DNR officer report May 9

District 10 - Mille Lacs area

- CO Victoria Griffith (Isle) monitored area ATV-riding, turkey hunting, and angling activity. Griffith assisted with the kindergarten DNR day in Aitkin and an ATV safety class in Isle. Enforcement action was taken for angling without a license and driving an ATV in a state park. A reminder to boaters to check for all safety equipment before hitting the water for the first time this year.

- CO Dan Starr (Onamia) worked spring fish run and bowfishing activity. Shore anglers were targeting panfish, and some forgot to buy their 2024 fishing license. Work plans for opening of fishing were made, and assistance was provided to local law enforcement agencies.

District 12 - Princeton area

- CO Ryan Hanna (Milaca) received complaints about bears being a nuisance and being aggressive towards domestic dogs. Bears are naturally afraid of humans but do not like domestic dogs. Remove all food sources and eventually the bear will pass through the area.