When Is the 2022 Fishing Opener for Minnesota?

Minnesota is the State of Hockey, the home of all the big professional sports teams, Paul Bunyan, many Fortune 500 companies, and the Mall of America.

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And, Minnesota has more than a few lakes for some of the best fishing in the country.

Something about having several thousand lakes draws anglers from far and wide every year. And one day, in particular, stands out.

The Fishing Opener in the state of Minnesota should be a state holiday with paid time off and it should also be on the school calendar.

"Each year, the Governor's Fishing Opener is a unique event, and this year will be no exception. What continues each year is the passion and enthusiasm Minnesotans have for this great tradition and pastime," said DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen.

The Minnesota Fishing Opener will be held Saturday, May 14.

Here are some interesting facts for anglers from the Minnesota DNR:

Over 500,000 Minnesotans will participate in the opening day of fishing
There are 4,500 fishing lakes in Minnesota & 3,800 miles of trout streams
Fishing is a $2.4 billion fishing industry for Minnesota

Through the state of Minnesota, the Mighty Mississippi is one of many rivers and streams where anglers can reel in huge catfish or northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, trout, and more than 100 lesser-known species.

No time to waste. Start rigging your boat for the 2022 fishing season.

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