The Free Press, Mankato, MN John Cross

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

2012-05-27T00:27:13-05:00

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.

Decoy carver adapts and wins

2012-05-19T23:21:42-05:00

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

Fishing opener is Minnesota's May holiday

2012-05-12T23:43:11-05:00

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.

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

2012-05-06T00:07:22-05:00

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

Cross: A hunted meal even a vegetarian could enjoy

2012-04-28T23:52:20-05:00

Spring hunting extends beyond the traditional wild game.

Cross: Early walleye opener would be both good and bad

2012-04-14T23:42:37-05:00

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.

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

2012-03-25T00:14:08-05:00

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.

Cross: Local Pheasants Inc. group doing things right

2012-03-11T00:26:16-06:00

Cross: Wells Gun Show more than just guns

2012-03-04T01:20:30-06:00

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

Cross: Conservation runs deep for North Mankato man

2012-02-26T01:38:13-06:00

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