Cold Spring Will Host 2027 Governor's Fishing Opener
The 79th event will feature fishing on Long Lake and the Sauk River Chain of Lakes, with Cold Spring hosting for the first time.
- On Wednesday, Governor Tim Walz announced Cold Spring will host the 79th Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener on May 14-15, 2027, marking the first time the community has hosted the annual event.
- Designed to promote Minnesota's recreation industry, the Governor's Fishing Opener has been a tradition since 1948. The Governor's Office partners annually with Explore Minnesota and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to plan the summer tourism kickoff.
- Festivities will center on Long Lake, a 460-acre water body connected to the Sauk River Chain of Lakes. Cold Spring, home to over 4,000 residents, provides access to four state parks and multiple wildlife management areas.
- Lauren Bennett McGinty, executive director of Explore Minnesota, said events like this drive economic impact for host communities. The broader ROCORI area, including Richmond and Rockville, offers locally-owned shops, restaurants, breweries, and outdoor recreation.
- Although Walz will no longer be in office when the 2027 event occurs, the winner of this November's gubernatorial race is expected to participate. This ensures continuity of the tradition dating back nearly eight decades.
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Cold Spring will host 2027 Governor's Fishing Opener
ST. PAUL — The 79th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener will be May 14-17, 2027, in Cold Spring, Gov. Tim Walz announced on Thursday, June 25. Each year, the Governor’s Office works with Explore Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and a community around the state to plan the event honoring tourism and fishing opportunities, according to a news release. “Cold Spring will provide a fantastic backdrop,” Walz said in a statement…
Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener planned for Cold Spring in 2027
ST. PAUL — Gov. Tim Walz has announced the 79th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener will take place May 14-15, 2027, in Cold Spring. Each year, the Governor’s Office works with Explore Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and a community around the state to plan the event honoring tourism and fishing opportunities. “Cold Spring will provide a fantastic backdrop,” Walz said in a statement. “Home to the Sauk River Chain of Lake…
Cold Spring, Minnesota will host Gov. Walz for 2027 fishing opener
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Walz announces the location of next year’s 79th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener. The event will take place in Cold Spring on May 14 and 15, 2027. Cold Spring is about 15 miles southwest of St. Cloud. This is the first time the city has hosted the opener. The tradition in Minnesota dates back to 1948. Categories: Local News, Minnesota News Tags: COLD SPRING, Fishing, Fishing Opener, GOV. TIM WALZ, …
Governor's Fishing Opener planned for Cold Spring in 2027
ST. PAUL — Governor Tim Walz has announced the 79th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener will take place May 14-15, 2027, in Cold Spring. Each year, the Governor’s Office works with Explore Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and a community around the state to plan the event honoring tourism and fishing opportunities. “Cold Spring will provide a fantastic backdrop,” Walz said in a statement. “Home to the Sauk River Chain of …
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