LIGHTEN UP!  We’re gaining daylight every day as we make the turn toward March.  Evenings last longer and dawn comes sooner, and we look at how fast things will change as part of today’s Three Things.

Featured Photo:  Semi-complete Crease Flies await stick-on eyes and epoxy on their way to spring fishing for pike and bass.

WEATHER (Bismarck Forecast):
Today: Wed 2/27 – Westerlies – Hi 10, Lo-9, Wind W@9.
Tomorrow:  Thu 2/28 – Let us out! – Hi 16, Lo -3, Wind W@8.

SOLUNAR (Bismarck Times):

Sunrise        Sunset
7:27AM       6:26PM

Moonrise      Moonset       Overhead    Underfoot
2:59AM       12:12PM      7:37AM       8:02PM

Moon Phase: Waning Crescent (38% Full)

EDGE HOUR:  7:00-8:00AM.  Get out there early and dress warm as sunrise and moon overhead combine in the Edge Hour

DAY RATING:

THREE THINGS:

THE BIG ONES.  The NDG&F has released success statistics for last year’s issued Bighorn Sheep, Moose and Elk tags in the state.  Bighorn hunters went three-for-three, while 92 percent of moose hunters and 65 percent of elk hunters were successful.

TAGGED.  The Missouri River Clay Target League is conducting a statewide whitetail deer tag raffle as part of this year’s Special Allocation charity tags issued by the state.  Funds will be used to defray the cost of ammo and targets in the coming seasons. Learn more and where to buy tickets at mrctl.org

SEE THE LIGHT.  The beginning of daylight savings time is just 11 days off (Mar. 10) and we’ll gain a half hour of sunlight before the clocks switch and everything just seems longer. The first day of spring is Mar. 20, so keep on keepin’ on!

Stay Sharp!