DNR Seeks Comments: International Falls Area

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DNR seeks comments on lake and stream management plans in International Falls area

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comments on individual fisheries lake and stream management plans for 11 lakes and one designated trout stream in northern St. Louis and Koochiching counties. Fisheries managers use the plans to describe the past, present, and future conditions of the lake.  The plans identify goals and objectives for the fish community and identify specific management activities planned for the lake in the next 10 years. The lake management plans available for review at this time are for Bartlett, Fat, Mukooda, Kjostad, Myrtle, Moose (near Orr), Gannon, Blackduck, Quarterline, Little Loon, and Franklin The stream management plan available for review is for Lost River (near Orr). Copies of the plans are available at the DNR Area Fisheries Office, 392 Highway 11 East, International Falls, Minnesota 56649.  Call 218-286-5220 or email jeannine.nelson@dnr.state.mn.us to request a copy.  Comments will be accepted until April 7, 2008.