John Cross

John Cross

• Cross: For Mankato man, hauling in shovelnose sturgeon comes with a catch

  A Mankato man hauled in an unofficial state record shovelnose on April 14; the fish is unofficial because it is illegal to keep sturgeon, except on the Mississippi River near Redwing.

  May 27, 2012 1 Photo

• Decoy carver adapts and wins

  Dave Jackson received a first- and two second-place finishes for his decoys at the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Competition last month.

  May 19, 2012 2 Photos

• Fishing opener is Minnesota's May holiday

  When anglers pushed away from the dock Saturday morning to celebrate Minnesota’s own unique May holiday, they were blessed with bright sunshine and gentle breezes.

  May 12, 2012 2 Photos 1 Story

• Cross: More and more anglers taking advantage of the digital era

  One of the best advantages to be gleaned in fishing comes from the personal computer.

  May 6, 2012 4 Photos 1 Story

• Cross: A hunted meal even a vegetarian could enjoy

  Spring hunting extends beyond the traditional wild game.

  April 28, 2012 2 Photos

• Cross: Early walleye opener would be both good and bad

  While fishing a bit earlier for a few walleyes would be nice, there are a lot of other areas and people who could be affected by a change to the opener.

  April 14, 2012 1 Photo

• Cross: DNR Waterville Fish Hatchery helping to create 'green lightning' (w/video)

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Waterville Fish Hatchery plays a big role in the reproduction of several species of fish, including the northern pike.

  March 25, 2012 2 Photos

• Cross: Local Pheasants Inc. group doing things right

  March 11, 2012 1 Photo

• Cross: Wells Gun Show more than just guns

  The annual gun show held by the Wells Rifle and Pistol Club has plenty of history.

  March 4, 2012 1 Photo

• Cross: Conservation runs deep for North Mankato man

  Scott Seigfreid's love for nature shows, so much so that he was honored in "Field and Stream."

  February 26, 2012 2 Photos

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