Take the Time
Coac h's Corner
You would be wrong if you thought this is an article shaming deadbeat moms and dads. No, this column is written as much for myself as anyone else. Why does raising kids take so much calendar-looking and planning? Our lives in the 21st century have become busier and busier. Full Story
Photos
Photos by Laurie Dorr The Old-Timers and the Cook County Viking girls' softball team—for Fisherman's Picnic, the "Pretty Young Things'— faced off once again in a hard-fought game at the Grand Marais Rec. Park field on Friday, July 31. The Old-Timers emerged triumphant, defeating the Viking girls, 9-5. The record is now 3-1 Old-Timers. Look for another exciting competition next year! Above Right: The Viking girls' softball team, made up of current and past Viking team members, aka PYT are (L-R, front) Kristina Rude, Tasha Johnson, Dani Larson, Malinda Berglund. (L-R, back) Debbie Bakke, Jenny Wannemacher, Heidi Sande, Clara Waddell, Carly Puch, Katy Borud, Brea Boomer, Kari Nelson. Right: The Old-timers are (L-R, front) George Maruska, Bill Bockovich, Mike Ryden, Dick Dorr. (L-R, back) Stan Bautch, Pete Soehern, Mike Christenson, Steve Wick, Steve Precord, Roger Hansen, Norman Moe. Full Story
Bridge anyone?
A sign of summer is the return of the duplicate bridge games at the Grand Marais Senior Center. » Play resumed on Tuesday, July 14. Full Story
2009 Fisherman's Picnic Tennis Tournament Results
The 33rd annual Fisherman's Picnic Tennis Tournament was a success despite less than ideal circumstances. Full Story
Big winds and bad weather
Tai ls f rom the T r a i l
August can be a trying month for fishing guides. Walleyes are being caught in the same places we would fish on the opener, as well as on the big lake and everywhere in-between. Most of the walleyes I have been finding are biting in the 16-20 foot range, but there are some good reports in places like James Bay, where we would normally find fish in May and June. Full Story
Buck's Big Fish Report
Walleye Releases Stephen Foster Indianapolis, IN 29 1/2"Saganaga Buck's Fisherman's Picnic Big Fish Contest Congratulations to the anglers who were "on the board" at Buck's Hardware at the close of the Fisherman's Picnic Big Fish Contest on Saturday, August 1. Full Story
DNR seeks comments on aquatic plant management
Staff reports The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for comments regarding rule changes for aquatic plant management permit fees and policy rules. Comments may be submitted before Aug. 14. Full Story
Hoopin' in the Harbor
Staff reports The 2009 Hoopin' in the Harbor and 3-Point Contest run by the Cook County Girls Basketball team was a success despite dealing with wind and one five-minute rain delay. The morning sky was cloudy as teams were registering for the event, but the rain held off until a blast hit at about 1:15, causing a short delay. Full Story
Superior National at Lutsen named Minnesota's Best
North Shore residents have known for decades that Superior National at Lutsen Golf Course is an outstanding golf course. Full Story
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