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Jul 11 - Minnewaska Lake Association 10th Annual Banquet. Minnewaska House in Glenwood.  For more information, contact Jerry Melby, 320-239-3974.

Aug 22 - Legends of the Outdoors National Hall of Fame Banquet. Sheraton Music City in Nashville, Tennessee. Garry Mason, founder and executive director of the Hall of Fame, announced the inductees for 2009 include: Rob Keck, Emily Shaffer, Jim Crumley, Eddie Salter, Terry Redlin, Toxey Haas and Herb Parsons, posthumously. In addition, the National Wild Turkey Federation will receive a special award at this year's banquet. Brenda Valentine, the First Lady of Hunting, will be the master of ceremonies for this year's event. Valentine was the first woman inducted into the Legends of the Outdoors National Hall of Fame and is a great ambassador for outdoor sports, helping other women and children get more involved with hunting and outdoor recreation. The guest of honor will be Mr. B.A.S.S., Ray Scott, who is a 2003 Legends inductee and has attended and participated in several of the Legends events. Dana Bowman, will be one of the guest speakers. Bowman is a double amputee who lost both legs in a tragic parachuting accident as a member of the US Army's elite parachute team, the Golden Knights. He is the only double amputee who has re-enlisted in the Army. For more information, visit www.legendsoftheoutdoors.com or contact Garry Mason at 731-539-0171 (office) or 731-693-7770 (cell).

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Jul 3-4 – Rock Climbing. July 3 – French Regional Park, Plymouth. July 4 – Saturday: Baker Park Reserve, Maple Plain, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Try out our 25-foot rock-climbing wall! With five different rock-climbing routes to choose from, there is a challenge for every skill level. Open to the public. $5 per climb. Ages: 4+. threeriversparks.org

Jul 5 - Oxcart Trail Program. 1 to 4 p.m.  Old Mill State Park, 33489 240th Ave. NW, Argyle, MN 56713 Meet at the picnic shelter. Orlin Ostby will tell the tale of his 2008 journey, which retraced the steps of trappers and traders along the nineteenth century oxcart trails from Winnipeg to St. Paul.  Then, experience what life was like on the trail and take a trip to the remnants of an actual trail close to the park. Tour led by DNR Ecologist Nancy Sather. Program is free, but vehicle permit is required to enter the park. Permits available at the park office; daily permit is $5, annual permit is $25. From Newfolden, go 11 miles west on County Road 4. From Argyle, go 12 miles east on County Road 4, then 1 mile north on County Road 4 to County Road 39.  Call the park office at 218-437-8174.

Jul 8 - BEGINNING CANOEING FOR WOMEN. Discover the fun of canoeing on Wednesday, July 8, from 6-8 p.m., at the Recreation Area in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Canoeing is a great way to explore Minnesota from a whole new perspective.  It can take you places no one else can reach and expose you to new, exciting experiences. This lesson for beginners is designed around having fun, being safe, and learning proper paddling techniques. Cost is $15 and reservations are required. Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity #32301105.  Program is open to women ages 12 and older.

Jul 9- Paddle to Eagles Nest Four SNA with Bill Tefft. This is our first trip to this Scientific and Natural Area.  There will be a short canoe paddle on the lake – Eagles Nest Four.  The plants and ecology of the 5-acre forested island will be explored. Life vests and canoes are provided.  Walking Distance: approximately 1 mile.

July 10 - Open Climbing. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Recreation Area in Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Come try the 25-foot rock-climbing wall!  With five different rock-climbing routes to choose from, there is a challenge for every skill level. Open to the public. Only $5 per climb. Ages: 4+. Call 763-559-6700 for more information.

Jul 11 - BIKING THROUGH HISTORY. Travel back in time and experience Lake Minnetonka during the era of grand hotels and lakeside estates, on Saturday, July 11, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., starting at the Dakota Rail Trailhead, Wayzata.  "Ride the rails" along the Dakota Rail Trail - a former Great Northern Railway roadbed. Circle Crystal Bay, then pause for a "pedal break" among the estate gardens at Noerenberg Memorial Park.  This guided, leisurely paced, 11-mile loop tour highlights the history of Lake Minnetonka during its heyday as one of Minnesota’s premier tourist destinations. All participants must bring their own bike, helmet and water. Cost is $5 and the program is for ages 12 and older.  Reservations are required; call 763/559-6700 and reference activity #31880201.

July 11 Free Family Fishing. 9-11 a.m., Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Enjoy time with your family while learning the basics of fishing with our guides.  Bait and equipment provided. FREE!  Ages: 4+. Reservations required; call 763/559-6700 and reference activity #32300301.

Jul 11 - Canoe/Kayak Demo. 10 a.m.-noon, French Regional Park. Try out the latest canoe and kayak designs. Co-sponsored by Hoigaard’s. Free, for all ages. Call 763-559-6700 for more information.

Jul 11 – Beginning Flatwater Kayaking for Women. 9 a.m.-noon, French Regional Park, Plymouth #32501103. Quietly gliding along the shoreline of Minnesota lakes and rivers in a kayak often gives a paddler a new perspective of freedom.  Our hands-on beginning classes are set up to teach beginning paddlers about safety, proper paddling form, and paddle strokes.  Participants will learn the basics of kayaking from qualified instructors surrounded in the beauty of a nature-based park.  All equipment provided. $45. Ages: 16+. Reservations are required; call 763/559-6700 and reference activity numbers above for women’s classes or general class.

Jul 11-12 - Free Northwest Minnesota Prairie Tours. The Minnesota County Biological Survey (MCBS), the Natural Sciences Department at the University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC), and the Minnesota Native Plant Society are teaming up to offer a variety of field trips to northwestern Minnesota's prairies.  Trip coordinator Nancy Sather, an MCBS ecologist originally from Fosston, notes that northwestern Minnesota’s tallgrass aspen parkland is too diverse to be explored on a single trip.  All tours are free, but space is limited. To preregister, send an e-mail stating exactly which tour(s) you plan to attend to or leave a voice message at 651-259-5136. The registration deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 7.
SATURDAY, JULY 11
         9 a.m. Agassiz Dunes Scientific and Natural Area (SNA) near Fertile, led by UMC Instructor Rhett Johnson (moderate hike). No preregistration required. Meet at the parking lot of the Sandhill Drive Inn, 605 South Mill St., Fertile.
         9 a.m. Count Western prairie fringed orchids near Fertile, led by MCBS Ecologists Nancy Sather and Derek Anderson (difficult, working hike). Preregistration is required.
         10:45 a.m. Aspen parkland near Karlstad, led by MCBS Ecologist Robert Dana. The trip continues through the afternoon (difficult tour and hike). Preregistration is required.
         1:30 p.m. Thorson Wildlife Management Area near Fertile, led by Rhett Johnson (moderate hike). No preregistration required. Meet at the parking lot of the Sandhill Drive Inn, 605 South Mill St., Fertile.
         1:30 p.m. Western prairie fringed orchids near Fertile, led by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) ecologists and Native Plant Society members (family-friendly hike). No preregistration required. Meet at the parking lot of the Sandhill Drive Inn, 605 South Mill St., Fertile.
SUNDAY, JULY 12
         9 a.m. Aspen parkland, led by MCBS Ecologist Robert Dana. The trip visits multiple sites, continuing through the afternoon (difficult tour and hike). Preregistration is required. Meet at the DNR Area Wildlife office, 202 Main St. North, Karlstad.
         9 a.m. Natural communities along the historic Pembina Trail ox-cart route through Marshall, Pennington, Red Lake and Polk counties, led by Nancy Sather (family-friendly auto tour with several short stops). No preregistration required. Meet at the entrance of Old Mill State Park, 33489 240th Ave. N.W., Argyle.

Jul 12 - GPS Excitement. (Three Rivers Park District) 1-4 p.m., Eastman Nature Center in Elm Creek Park Reserve, Dayton. Discover the fun and power of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology! Everyone can succeed in this hands-on class. Learn to operate the buttons, toggle through the pages, and perform other basic functions. Use GPS technology to navigate in the park and enjoy nature. Co-sponsored with Becoming an Outdoors Woman. $15. Ages: 12+. Reservations required; call 763-559-6700 and reference activity #32221100.

Jul 17 - Baker Park: Open Climbing. (Three Rivers Park District) 5-8 p.m., Baker Park, Maple Plain. Come try the 25-foot rock-climbing wall! With five different rock-climbing routes to choose from, there is a challenge for every skill level. Open to the public. Check our Web site for more information and updated dates. Only $5 per climb. Ages: 4+.

Jul 18 - Kid's Fishing Day. Cabela's, Owatonna MN, 10-2. Bring your kids and fish in our ponds! All the gear is provided, but feel free to bring your own. We will have Free Lunch and $500 in Gift Card prizes! Ages 16 and under! Patrick Madery, 507-444-5105.

Jul 18 - WOMEN’S MISSISSIPPI RIVER KAYAK TRIP. Discover the scenic and natural side of the Twin Cities as you weave in and out of island chains while learning some of the natural history of the Mississippi River from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, Brooklyn Park. We will start at Coon Rapids Dam, stop half way for a stretch and lunch, then continue to North Mississippi Regional Park.  Some paddling skills recommended.  Cost is $50; gear and shuttle are provided.  Reservations are required for this program.  Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity #32531200.  This program is open to women 18 and older.

Jul 18 - Canoe/Kayak Demo. (Three Rivers Park District) 10 a.m.-noon, Recreation Area in Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington. Try out the latest canoe and kayak designs. Co-sponsored by Hoigaard’s. Free, for all ages.

Jul 18 - Outdoors Family Day. (Three Rivers Park District) 1-5 p.m., Gale Woods Farm, Minnetrista. Come out to Gale Woods Farm for an exciting Outdoors Family Day! Families can try their hand at air guns, archery, canoeing, geocaching, fishing, orienteering, and more! All activities will be led by professional instructors. Kids must be at least 10 years old to participate in air guns and archery. Barn and animal tours will be ongoing for families of all ages. $10 for ages 6 and up. Ages 5 and under free. Ages: All. Reservations required; call 763-559-6700 and reference activity #32750700

Jun 20 - Fish Facts. An informational program about the history and fishery of Hayes Lake will be held at Hayes Lake State Park. The "Fish Facts" program, suitable for all ages, will take place at the beach picnic shelter at 1 p.m.  During the 30-minute presentation, DNR Fisheries Specialist Nate Hodgins will explain how a dam transformed a section of the north fork of the Roseau River into today's Hayes Lake. Visitors will learn which fish call this lake “home,” how they move throughout the river basin, and what's being done to manage and improve the fish population and fishing opportunities in the lake. The program is free, but a vehicle permit is required to enter the park. Daily permits are available for $5 at the park office. An annual permit good for yearlong access to all 72 of Minnesota's state parks and recreational areas is just $25. The entrance to Hayes Lake State Park is located 15 miles south of Roseau on State Highway 89, then nine miles east on Roseau County Road 4. For more information about Hayes Lake or Hayes Lake State Park, visit the DNR Web site at: MNDNR.gov.

Jul 23 - Beginning Flatwater Kayaking for Women. 5:30-8:30 p.m., French Regional Park, Plymouth. Quietly gliding along the shoreline of Minnesota lakes and rivers in a kayak often gives a paddler a new perspective of freedom. Our hands-on beginning classes are set up to teach beginning paddlers about safety, proper paddling form, and paddle strokes. Participants will learn the basics of kayaking from qualified instructors surrounded by the beauty of a nature-based park. All equipment provided. $45. Ages: 18+. Reservations required; call 763/559-6700 and reference activity #32501105.

Jul 23 - Home Place of Beavers with Bill Tefft. Beavers have a way of creating their own environment that meets the needs of beavers and other plants and animals.  Join this visit to a beaver lodge and dam for a look at beaver biology and wetland ecology. Walking Distance:  approximately 1 mile.

Jul 24 -French Park: Open Climbing. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Visitor Center in French Regional Park. Come try the 25-foot rock-climbing wall! With five different rock-climbing routes to choose from, there is a challenge for every skill level. Open to the public. Check our Web site for more information and updated dates. Only $5 per climb. Ages: 4+.

Jul 25 - WOMEN’S KAYAKING 200: BEYOND THE BASICS. Take your paddling skills to the next level from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at Baker Park Reserve, Maple Plain.  Spend a half day on the water refining your paddling strokes, techniques and skills from an ACA certified instructor.  The class will be on the water for two hours, break for a snack and debrief, then back on the water for one more skills lesson.  These sessions will cover more advanced paddle strokes with time to work on personal goals as well.  Snack and equipment are provided. Cost is $55 and reservations are required.  Call 763-559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity #32071100.  Program is open to women ages 16 and older. 

Jul 25 - Canoe/Kayak Demo. 10 a.m.-noon, French Regional Park. Try out the latest canoe and kayak designs. Co-sponsored by Hoigaard’s. Free, for all ages.

Aug 8 – I Can Camp! Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park event teaches families how to camp. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park in southeastern Minnesota is hosting a special “I Can Camp!” program for families new to camping, or just out of practice. “We designed this program especially for first-timers and those who haven’t camped for years,” said Warren Netherton, the park’s interpretive supervisor. “We'll demonstrate how people can use our public lands to enjoy the outdoors. Once they see demonstrations and get hands-on instruction, they can begin building their own treasured memories of fun and good times in the outdoors.” 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nov 6-7 - Governor's Deer Hunting Opener. Thief River Falls, MN. See www.mndeerhunters.com

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July 11-12 - MWC Tournament. The Cabela’s Masters Walleye Circuit (MWC) returns to the Bay of Green Bay out of the twin cities of Marinette, WI and Menominee, MI -- July 11th and 12th.  This is the third time in five years the MWC has held a tournament in this area.  Last year it took over 52 pounds to win this tournament, which is predicted to be in the running for the winning two day basket again this year.  Tournament weigh-ins are free to attend and will run from 3:45pm – 5:30pm at Memorial Park in Menominee, MI on both Saturday, July 11th and Sunday, July 12th.  Stop by and cheer your favorite team on as they weigh-in each afternoon.  Teams will take off from the Memorial Park Marina at 7:00am and are able to fish the majority of the Bay of Green Bay. For more information on the Cabela’s MWC or to view the 2009 schedule, visit: www.masterswalleyecircuit.com.  Questions – email: events@masterswalleyecircuit.com or call: 877-893-7947.

Jul 16 - RGS Clay Bird Shoot and Picnic. The Twin Cities Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) will hold it 7th annual Clay Target Skeet Shoot and Picnic at the Metro Gun Club, 10601 Naples St. NE, Blaine, MN beginning at 5 p.m. According to Jim Thorson, the entry fee for this 50 target shoot is $25, and free to the first 25 youngster ages 18 and younger who sign up. (Firearms safety certificate required). Prior to the shoot, shooting expert Staff King will provide group instruction, and RGS committee members will also be available to offer assistance. The entry fee also includes food and beverage.  As a side event, Ed Erickson of Autumn Breeze Kennels and Bob Zenisek of Lynch Gun Dogs will put on gundog demonstrations. For more information, registration and/or directions contact Thorson at 651-528-4571, or by e-mail at: jthorson@frontiernet.net. As with all RGS events, proceeds from this event will be used to restore and protect grouse and woodcock habitat.

Tuesday Nights - Weekly Trap Shooting. Starting at 6:30 pm at the Hasty - Silver Creek Sportsmen's Club Inc. 10917 Duffield Ave NW, Maple Lake. Contact Jason Neu, 320-267-8145.

Fishers of Men
Team bass tournaments in the MN area. For more information go to www.MNFOM.com or contact NaCole Schutz, 763-566-9141.

Ultimate Angler Challenge
For more information: www.ultimateanglerchallenge.com or call Doug at 218-390-9973.

2008 Super Slam Bass Tour
MN bass tour featuring huge payouts.
Contact Brenda Halstead at Kasten4bass@hotmail.com or 320-679-2207

Fishing For Life
For info: Visit www.fishingforlife.org

Northstar Walleye Classic
Wigwam Resort, Lake of the Woods
Kevin Olmstead at 218-634-9457 or Wigwam Resort at 218-634-2168

Ultimate Panfish League - Rochester
Contact Tyler Holm, 605-216-2581, http://tylerholmoutdoors.com/uplr/

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EDUCATION & SAFETY TRAINING
www.dnr.state.mn.us/es/index.html

SCHEDULED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING SESSIONS
www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/instructors/training.html

HUNTER EDUCATION & SAFETY CLASSES
www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/index.html

PERMIT TO CARRY TRAINING
July 5, August 1, August 29, October 3, October 31, December 6. Permit to Carry Training (Mn, UT, ND & FL) - NRA Pistol Class. Bemidji Gander Mountain. This one day class starts at 10:00 am. Carry in 29 States! Rusty Ramirez, NRA Instructor will be offering training in the Minnesota, Florida, North Dakota and Utah Permit to Carry at the Bemidji Gander Mountain monthly. Rusty's experience in training includes 35 years as a Firearms Instructor/Rangemaster and Training Specialist in the Use of Force and Crisis Intervention. The Utah Permit to Carry is a non-resident permit that North Dakota and Minnesota residents can obtain which will give them legal carry in over 29 states (including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota). North Dakota Permit to Carry Testing is also available. See website www.permittocarry.org for further information and pricing. Laura Ramirez, 218-252-1631

June 13, July 18, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 14, December 12. Permit to Carry Training (Mn, UT, ND & FL) - NRA Pistol Class. Rogers Cabelas. This one day class starts at 10:00 am. Carry in 29 States! Rusty Ramirez, NRA Instructor will be offering training in the Minnesota, Florida, North Dakota and Utah Permit to Carry at the Rogers Cabela's monthly. Rusty's experience in training includes 35 years as a Firearms Instructor/Rangemaster and Training Specialist in the Use of Force and Crisis Intervention. The Utah Permit to Carry is a non-resident permit that North Dakota and Minnesota residents can obtain which will give them legal carry in over 29 states (including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota). North Dakota Permit to Carry Testing is also available. See website www.permittocarry.org for further information and pricing. Laura Ramirez, 218-252-1631

July 26, 3009, August 9, September 27, October 18, November 22, December 20. Permit to Carry Training (Mn, UT, ND & FL) - NRA Pistol Class. East Grand Forks Cabela's. Carry in 29 States! Rusty Ramirez, NRA Instructor will be offering training in the Minnesota, Florida, North Dakota and Utah Permit to Carry at the Rogers Cabela's monthly. Rusty's experience in training includes 35 years as a Firearms Instructor/Rangemaster and Training Specialist in the Use of Force and Crisis Intervention. The Utah Permit to Carry is a non-resident permit that North Dakota and Minnesota residents can obtain which will give them legal carry in over 29 states (including Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota). North Dakota Permit to Carry Testing is also available. See website www.permittocarry.org for further information and pricing. Laura Ramirez, 218-252-1631

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SPECIAL HUNTS
For more information on special hunts, call the DNR Information Center at (651) 296-6157 or toll-free 1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367) or visit the state park pages to view the online chart of deer hunts and restrictions at www.mnstateparks.info

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TELEVISION
Ron Schara - Minnesota Bound - KARE-11/NBC

Note: MN. Bound will now be repeating on Saturdays at Noon (CT)
 
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. CT. 
this show will repeat on Saturday, July 4th at Noon CT
WINGS AVIATION ­ Learn more about a Minnesota company whose business is flying to outdoor excursions
BLUE JAYS ­ It’s “Blue Jay” 101 on Minnesota Bound.
PADDLEBOARDING? ­ Head to Lake Calhoun with Belinda Jensen as she checks out the latest and greatest Minnesota sport ­ Paddleboarding.

Sunday, July 5th at 10:30 a.m. CT.
this show will repeat on Saturday July 11th at Noon CT
IRAQ VETS ­ Bill Sherck, our man about the woods, heads to a fishing opener with some very special Iraq veterans.
TURKEY MENTOR ­ Tag along as Ron takes on the roll of turkey mentor on a very special turkey hunt.
RIVER CHALLENGE ­ Find out more about the Minnesota Mississippi River Challenge!

Sunday, July 12th, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. CT. 
this show will repeat on Saturday, July 18th at Noon CT
HOOKED ON A CURE- Artist Bob White paints a one-of-a-kind oil painting to help out the kids at St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
RUSTY CRAYFISH ­ Tag along with a Minnesota crayfish fisherman!
WILD MUSTANGS ­ Head to the hills of the Dakota's to see wild mustangs running free.

Sunday, July 19th at 10:30 a.m. CT.
(this show will repeat on Saturday July 25th at Noon CT
KINNI FLY FISHING ­ Tag along with Bill Sherck, the man about the woods, as he heads on a fly fishing adventure on the Kinni.
TOP DOG SPA ­ Find out why the pooch¹s all prefer the “Top Dog Spa” in the Twin Cities.
BIG FORK FLOAT ­ Ron Schara heads down the Big Fork River on a canoe-fishing float adventure.

Babe Winkelman Outdoor Secrets
For schedule: www.winkelman.com

Kent Hrbek Outdoors www.khotv.com
Fox 9 on Sunday nights at 10:35 pm

Due North Outdoors
Starring Laura Schara and Bill Sherck, FSN North and FSN Wisconsin, Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

RADIO
KFAN SPORTS RADIO - AM 1130
"Captain" Billy Hildebrand hosts the Thursday edition every week at 7 pm.
AM 1450 KBUN (Bemidji)
AM 1380 KLIZ (Brainerd)
AM 1440 KKXL (Grand Forks)
AM 1230 KYSM (Mankato)
AM 1270 KWEB (Rochester)
AM 1390 KXSS (St Cloud)
AM 560 WEBC (Duluth / Superior)
AM 1130 KFAN (Mpls St Paul)
AM 740 KKAG (Fargo)

Ron Schara’s “Minnesota Outdoors”, WCCO, Saturday mornings at 5:30 a.m.
Ron Schara’s “Live Outdoors”, WCCO radio, Monday nights, 8:00-9:30 p.m.
www.mnbound.com

Outdoor Talk with Tim Lesmeister and KC O'Dea
100.3 FM KTLK, Sundays from 5-7 pm

In the Outdoors Radio, Jerry Carlson
WJON 1240 AM, Thurs 8:35 am, Sun 7:15 am
WWJO (98 Country) 98.1 FM, Sundays, 8:50 am

WEEKLY WINTER FISHING REPORT
KASM 1150 AM, Saturday mornings, 8:30 am

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MEETINGS
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Hasty-Silver Creek Sportsmen's Club Monthly Meeting. Hasty-Silver Creek Sportsmen's Club. Open to the public on the second Wednesday of the month at 8 pm. Looking for new members. Contact: Jason Neu, 320-267-8145.

MN Duck & Goose Caller Association meets the last Thursday of each month, 7 p.m., Cabela's Meeting Room, Rogers. For more info call John Molkenbur, 651-426-0974.

Minnesota Valley In-Fisherman Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Apple Valley American Legion club, 14521 Granada Dr., Apple Valley. Gary, 952-423-3662.

Fishers of Men Twin Cities meets the first Thursday of each month, 7 p.m., Lutheran Church of The Master, 1200-69 Ave N. Brooklyn Center. For more info contact John Cummins, 612-670-0707 or www.fishfair.com

Lake Country Retriever Club. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., Minnesota Horse & Hunt Club Restaurant, Prior Lake. For more info www.lcretrieverclub.org or Larry Miller 763-571-7087.

Mississippi Longtails PF meets first Tuesday of each month. 7:30 p.m., The Point on Hwy's 61 & 10 in Hastings. For more info call Dan Richmond, 651-730-4434.

Minnesota Pole Benders Fishing Club meets the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Lakeville VFW, 8790 Upper 208th St., Lakeville. For more info call Dale, 952-469-4786 or www.minnpolebenders.com

Rapids Archery Club meets the second Monday of each month at the archery building located at the Bunker Hills Regional Park. For more info call Dan, 763-427-0808.

St. Cloud Fly Anglers Club meets the third Monday of each month, 7 p.m., Waite Park Gander Mtn. store. Call Dave Kollmann, 320-252-5906 or Tom Clapp, 320-685-3960 for more info.

Muskies Inc. Southern Crossroads Chapter 54. Meets 2nd Wed. of every month. 7 p.m., Eagles Club, Owatonna. For more info call Jake Loper 507-373-1818.

Four Points Retriever Club meets the third Thursday of the month, Gander Mountain, Maple Grove, MN. For more info call Travis J. Lund, 320-968-7016.

Muskies, Inc. Twin Cities Chapter No. 1 meets the second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m., KC Hall, 1114 West 79th St. Bloomington, MN. For more info call George Selcke, 952-933-2608.

Muskies Inc. North Metro Chapter meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month. 7:30 p.m., KC Hall in Fridley. For more info call 952-469-2155 or www.northmetromuskie.com

Three Rivers Park District's Fly Tiers Club meets first and third Wednesday of each month, 7-9 p.m., French Regional Park Visitor Center, Plymouth, Minn. Bring your own vise or use one of ours. $3 per session. Ages 14+. Reservations required, call 763-559-6700 or visit www.ThreeRiversParkDistrict.org

West Hennepin Pheasants Forever meets second Monday of every month. 6:30 p.m., at Loree's Bar & Grill in Maple Plain. For more info call Dave Schindler, 952-495-1019.

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