DNR seeks comments on Finland area

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DNR seeks comments on Finland area
(Released February 22, 2011)


Those interested in learning about or commenting on Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) strategies for managing Finland area lakes and streams have until Monday, Feb. 28, to ask questions or submit comments.

“Management plans describe the past, present and desired future conditions of the waters,” said Alan Anderson, Finland Area Fisheries supervisor. “The plans identify specific management activities planned for that lake or stream in the next five to 20 years.”

Every year, DNR fisheries staff prepares or revises individual lake and stream management plans for several waters in each management area. In the Finland area, plans for the following lakes and streams will be reviewed.

Lakes

In Cook County:

      *Grace Lake (BWCAW)

      *Beth Lake (BWCAW)

 In Lake County:

South Wigwam Lake                         
Lost Lake
Kawishiwi Lake (BWCAW)
Malberg Lake (BWCAW)
Koma Lake (BWCAW)
Balsam Lake
Dumbbell Lake
Lax Lake
Osier Lake
Eighteen Lake
Redskin Lake
Bog Lake (BWCAW)
Surprise Lake
Middle & North McDougal Lakes
Highlife Lake
Eikela Lake
Section Eight Lake
Beaver Hut Lake
Cramer Lake
 Streams

All streams are located in Lake County:

Balsam Creek
East Branch Beaver River
Junction Creek
South Branch Manitou River
Moose Creek
Rockcut Creek
Split Rock River
 To review current plans for lakes and streams in the area, as well as recent fish population assessment information, contact the DNR’s Finland area fisheries office, 6686 Highway 1 Box 546 in Finland, Minnesota. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Individuals also may call 218-353-7591 or e-mail alan.anderson@state.mn.us. Comments may be submitted via mail or e-mail. Suggestions for management of any of the other lakes and streams in the Finland area are welcome at any time, and will be considered when those plans are due for review.