Water Levels To Be Lowered At Popular Minnesota Wildlife Management Area
Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but lakes are far from being the only attraction for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
For example, Minnesota is also home to 1,506 public wildlife areas, which are divided into more than 1,800 subunits, providing 1.37 million acres of habitat across the state.
They provide recreation for hunters and trappers, including small game, big game, and waterfowl. They also draw outdoor enthusiasts for wildlife-watching opportunities that include upland birds, waterfowl, mammals, and more.
However, sometimes the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has to take proactive steps to protect the future of public wildlife areas and that is something that is happening now in St. Louis County and it's something waterfowl hunters and migratory bird watchers need to be aware of.
Minnesota DNR To Temporarily Lower Water Levels In Northern Minnesota
Canosia Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a 2,488.61-acre, wildlife management area located about 10 miles north of Duluth near the Fish Lake Reservoir. The DNR notes that it's a popular trapping, hunting, and hiking area.
Canosia WMA has remote areas and it offers an extensive trail system, including a cross-country ski trail and a snowmobile trail that passes through the unit. Carry-in canoe access to the impoundments is available.
However, waterfowl hunters and migratory bird watchers who plan on visiting the area this fall are warned that they should expect very low water conditions because DNR wildlife staff are drawing down water levels in Angell, Trettle, and East Dyke pools within the Canosia WMA.
This needs to be done so the DNR can prepare the site for water control structure replacement. The current water control structures are in poor condition, so they are being replaced to allow the DNR to effectively control water levels on the WMA for habitat management and recreation.
What Does This Mean For Outdoor Enthusiasts Visiting The Area?
Canosia WMA users should expect that water access will be limited and more challenging than ordinary this fall. The boat access is dry, but users might be able to find small areas of open water in other places within the WMA this season.
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Construction to replace the water control structure is anticipated in the fall of 2024.
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