Welcome Don, why don't you start by telling us a little bit about what the DNR is and what you do there. The DNR stands for the Department of Natural Resources. Our major job is to manage the various resources in Minnesota. I specifically work for the Fisheries Division and manage the Fisheries in Minnesota's portion of Lake Superior. Good question Justin.
Fisheries is a diverse area.
I studied biology, math, physics, chemistry and writing. The main area of study however is biology. I guess if I had to choose just one it would be the bluegill. This is the first fish I ever caught, bites readily, is good to eat and I really enjoy just watching them off the end of almost any dock in Minnesota. I'm not sure what species your throwing back, but you may be catching fish that are not in season or fish that are not of a legal length.