March–April 2024 | Minnesota Conservation Volunteer

Mysterious Morphs

There’s only one species of lake trout in Lake Superior, but this shape-shifting fish has at least four distinctive morphotypes—and there may be more.

The Call of the River

Devin Brown was drawn to Minnesota by the Mississippi. Now she intends to follow it to the end.

From the Editor

The Eel and the Butterfly

Despite challenges, these species continue to travel ancient migration routes.

Dispatch

Burn Notice

Wood smoke pollutes—but you can help by burning cleaner.

Bucket List

Fly Fish for Winter Trout

750 miles of southeastern Minnesota trout streams are open in winter.

Young Naturalists

A Slippery Mystery

Meet the American eel—one of Minnesota’s rarest fishes.

Minnesota Profile

Striped Skunk (Mephitis mephitis)

This mustelid is well known to most Minnesotans.

Photo Essay

Nature's Lines

A photographic exploration of the natural order.

Your guide to Minnesota's woods, waters, and wildlife