MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The return of northern pike spearing to Mille Lacs Lake for the first time in 32 years is generating a buzz among long-time spearers — and hope for resort owners whose fortunes long ...

Dave Estrem witnessed firsthand the frenzy that occurred this winter when northern pike spearing was allowed on Lake Mille Lacs for the first time in 32 years. "The bays were just littered with ...

MINNEAPOLIS — The return of northern pike spearing to Mille Lacs Lake for the first time in 32 years is generating a buzz among long-time spearers — and hope for resort owners whose fortunes long have ...

Dark-house spearing of northern pike will be allowed at Mille Lacs Lake for the first time since the winter of 1982-83, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Anglers and spearers ...

Darkhouse spearing has a long history in Minnesota that seems to have been rejuvenated this winter with Mille Lacs Lake once again open to northern pike spearing. This winter is the first time ...

After sawing a wide rectangle into the ice, a person holds a fish spear at the ready while looking through the water, past a small decoy meant to lure northern pike into range. A well-placed throw ...

The six bands of Chippewa in northern Wisconsin have declared intentions to spear a near-record number of walleyes during the annual spring harvest. While the total number of lakes declared is similar ...

WILLMAR — Darkhouse spearing is celebrated as a tradition as much as a sport, and relies on technology that has remained unchanged for generations. To this world has come Tyler Templer. He brings the ...