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As always, Points North continues to educate outdoor men and women on matters of importance to them. Shawn Perich’s subjects and pleasant writing style are much appreciated!
Bill Reed, McGregor, MN

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Natural lessons unlearned tend to repeat

Shawn PerichSeptember 28, 2022

September 28, 2022183

More moose roamed the Minnesota North Shore’s backcountry in 1989. That year I was one...

Partridge Were Worth the Walk

Shawn PerichAugust 30, 2022

August 30, 2022312

Grouse hunting likely started for me when I was 4 years old, but certainly by...

The Sweet Pails of Summer

Shawn PerichJuly 28, 2022

July 28, 2022355

It was more than 50 years ago when Grandpa Casey walked with me from the...

Casting to Consistency

Shawn PerichJune 29, 2022

June 29, 2022378

I didn’t really learn to fish until I moved to the North Shore. This wasn’t...

Learning to Live with Them

Shawn PerichMay 25, 2022

May 25, 2022700

On the North Shore, a calendar month is little more than a series of small...

Dogs Have Good Advice

Shawn PerichApril 26, 2022

April 26, 2022440

Sometimes it is wise to follow the advice of a dog, especially when slippery, spring...

The Future is in North Shore Anglers’ Hands

Shawn PerichMarch 29, 2022

March 29, 2022645

It’s hard to recall just when it started. I remember Dad picked me up after...

Protect Native Fish—Where They Remain

Shawn PerichFebruary 22, 2022

February 22, 2022913

A couple of groups I follow on Facebook are devoted to native fish, primarily brook...

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