Combines aren't the speediest machinery out there nor, sadly for some unwary creatures, are they the most manuverable. Learn more in this week's Behind the Badge by warden Alan Howard.
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Just How Fast Were You Driving that Combine?
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The Barnes County Poaching Case (2004)
Twenty years ago, game warden Corey Erck got a call reporting a possible poaching incident involving two men and one deer. Turns out, the case was a wee bit more extensive than the original report. Read Corey's account in this week's Behind the Badge.
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Family of Raccoons
Raccoon kits may appear cute and cuddley, but in reality they can be little menaces as warden Zachary Biberdorf shows in this week's Behind the Badge.
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Creative Counting
For some, honesty comes naturally. For others, it can require a little encouragement. Read this week's Behind the Badge with warden Riley Gerding.
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Well That Escalated
Sometimes a casual reminder of the laws and regulations turns into something you never expected would happen. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Clayton Edstrom.
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The Ugly Coot
The American coot is a very distinctive bird, hard to mistake for anything else, but sometimes, somehow mistakes still happen. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Erik Schmidt.
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Stuck Between a Hook and a Hard Place
The job of a game warden requires a very diverse set of skills and a willingness to try new things under pressure as shown in this Behind the Badge by warden Gage Muench.
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Getting to the Truth
Have you ever gotten that sneaking suspicion a tale you've been told isn't quite aboveboard? When that happens, a little fact checking can be quite enlightening. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Andrew Dahlgren.
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PQ
For a game warden, protecting our fish and wildlife resources provides a sense of accomplishment, but it is the people met along the way that can make the job especially rewarding. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Dan Hoenke.
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Changing Times
While time can seem to speed and slow, often simultaneously, the speed of change only ever seems to increase, often leaving one surprised at how different simple tasks are today from yesterday. In this Behind the Badge, take a look back at a few of these changes across the career of game warden Mark Pollert.
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Catch any Poachers Lately?
When someone mentions “poaching” what comes to mind for you? A question considered in this week’s Behind the Badge with game warden Zachary Schuchard.
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Boating Accident – Fourth of July Weekend
When boating accidents happen, they generally happen fast. Some simple precautions can help keep you and your passengers safe. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Noah Raitz.
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When Deer Fly
While every poaching case is unique, some are just downright weird. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Greg Hastings.
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A New Way to Work the Water
Sometimes a little innovation can go a long way towards improving your job. Read this week's Behind the Badge by warden Drew Johnson.
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Remember to Put the Boat Plug Back In
Have you ever had that nagging feeling that you forgot something...maybe something kind of important? Warden Mike Raasakka knows that feeling. Read his story in this week's Behind the Badge.
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The Blundering Poachers
Poachers often attempt to cover up their less than legal activities, sometimes even layering on additional crimes in the attempt. Add to that a little overconfident risk tolerance and you get people like the anglers in this week's Behind the Badge by warden Sam Feldmann.
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The Next Hill
A game warden’s job is anything but predictable and can go from monotonous to rewarding in the time it takes to drive over the next hill. Read more in this week’s Behind the Badge by warden Kylor Johnston.
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Combinations that are Never a Good Idea
What happens when you combine poor decision making, boats and alcohol? Find out in this week's Behind the Badge with warden Mike Sedlacek.
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The Job Shadow
Job shadowing is a great way to show people the realities of a profession, including the good, the bad and the really...well, let's say unappetizing. In this week's Behind the Badge, warden Courtney Sprenger tells the story of a job shadow that didn't stint on reality.
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When Illegal Becomes too Illegal
In this week's Behind the Badge, warden Jonathan Tofteland recalls a case where honest mistake and intentional misconduct intermix.
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Stewards of the Land
In this week's Behind the Badge, warden Joshua Hedstrom gives some simple tips for being a conscientious steward of the land.
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Things Are Not Always as They Appear
So what do you do when that foolproof plan to find a lawbreaker turns out to be rather less than foolproof? You improvise. Read one such story in this week's Behind the Badge by warden Corey Erck.
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Small Talk
Sometimes the impulse to indulge in unmindful small talk can lead down unexpected paths as in this Behind the Badge by warden Zane Manhart.
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The Moose
A district game warden often serves as the go-to person for wildlife concerns in their community. An incident in 2020 highlighted this when a moose, stuck in a muddy wetland, was assisted by warden Erik Schmidt and a local veterinarian.
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Adventures and Misadventures in the Wild North
Like most jobs, a game warden's workday is often routine, but when routine ends, things get interesting. District game warden Ken Skuza shares some examples in this week's Behind the Badge.
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On Duty at Devils Lake
On the waters of Devils Lake, the role of a game warden extends far beyond enforcing fishing and hunting regulations. Find out how in this Behind the Badge by game warden Jonathan Peterson.
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It's Not What it Looks Like
The question, "Do my eyes deceive me", gets an answer in this week's Behind the Badge by game warden Zachary Biberdorf.
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Sometimes Work Finds You
For many, getting some time away from work is as simple as leaving the office (and turning off that cell phone). But if your office extends beyond four walls, getting away can be a bit more challenging.
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