by Bay Paulsen, Communications Specialist, GLIFWC Public Information Office

With resounding success in the last decades’ efforts to control the overwhelming population of sea lampreys in Gichigami’s waters and the native namegos (lake trout) being fully restored, readers may wonder what post-crisis management of this non-local being looks like.

by Zach Wilson, GLIFWC Forest Ecologist

Spring and summer months in Ojibwe Country heralds the return of vibrant amphibian activity, notably among frogs and the one species of toad, the American toad (Anaxyrus americanus). Wetlands are bursting with life, and the calls of our frog friends are singing so loudly that at times they seem deafening.  These species enrich ecosystems and serve as vital indicators of environmental health.​

by Steve Garske, Invasive Species Coordinator

Ojibwe treaty rights ogichidaa and respected Lac Courte Oreilles Band elder Mike Tribble started his journey March 21, 2025 at age 85.

Ojibwe tribal members have the right to exercise their inherent rights in a safe environment. If you are harassed while hunting, fishing, or gathering in the Ceded Territory, it is important to know how to take immediate action. Please follow the guidelines below to keep yourself safe and to properly document the occurrence. Following “The Four Cs” supports both short-term and long-term safety. Reporting harassment allows for enforcement intervention, which may reduce future incidents, creating a safer environment for all harvesters.