Michael Cross received the permanent station. 10:00 am, Feb. 14, 2021 × Lake George’s new conservation officer is busy exploring every trail, forest and lake. Michael Cross, originally from the Duluth-Two Harbors area, received the permanent station. He, his wife and two sons moved to Lake George in early December “This was something I’ve always wanted to do and the opportunity came about, so I took it,” Cross said. “It’s what makes me who I am, my love for the outdoors.” Previously, Cross was a full-time, career firefighter for Sioux Falls, S.D.; St. Paul and Duluth. He currently serves with the Minnesota Air National Guard 148th Fighter Wing out of Duluth.