Had it not been purchased for the WMA, it probably would have had several homes on it in the next 20 years, said Dave Ruff, TNC conservation program manager.
In an effort to get more families outdoors and enjoying nature, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering five outdoor skills programs for beginners.
Mille Lacs Lake walleye fishing will be catch-and-release during the spring and summer with the opportunity to harvest a walleye starting on Friday, Aug. 16.