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Group of four duck hunters rescued after boat capsized
According to the release, deputies arrived at the scene and rescued all four of the hunters, who were treated for hypothermia exposure.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is reminding all watercraft users about the importance of life jackets after a boat carrying two adults and two children capsized.
The group of four was rescued after the county’s water patrol boat and dive team airboat were sent to the scene near Bird Lake in Osaki Township on Saturday, according to a release from the office.
It was reported to responding units that the parties were having a “difficult time” staying afloat because their waders had filled with water.
According to the release, deputies arrived at the scene and rescued all four of the hunters, who were treated for hypothermia exposure.
None of the adults or children were wearing lifejackets and there were not enough life jackets for all of the craft’s occupants, according to the statement.
“Hopefully, this call will serve as a reminder for all watercraft users to wear life jackets (or have them immediately accessible), have all children wear life jackets, and to have a life jacket for each occupant. Please do not sacrifice safety when participating in outdoor activities such as waterfowl hunting. Drowning is the leading cause of death for waterfowl hunters,” said the statement.
Kendama is a traditional Japanese skill toy consisting of a handle (ken), a pair of cups (sarado), and a ball (tama) that are all connected by a string.
PLYMOUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of people from around the world are in Minnesota this weekend to compete in North America’s largest kendama tournament.
Kendama is a traditional Japanese skill toy consisting of a handle (ken), a pair of cups (sarado), and a ball (tama) that are all connected by a string.
The North American Kendama Open (NAKO) is Nov. 15 -17 at the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis West Hotel in Plymouth. It’s become popular in part due to a Minneapolis-based company, Sweets Kendamas, and the company’s owner, Matt “Sweets” Jorgenson.
Sweets Kendamas hosts the nation’s largest kendama competitions and sells the toys at Target stores nationwide.
In partnership with the nonprofit Mindfulness Through Play, it also operates 12 kendama clubs at afterschool programs across the Twin Cities.
Besides the competition, NAKO will feature music, merchandise, workshops, video premiers and an award show.
Tickets are $60 for the weekend or $25/day.
Taste the flavors of fall at this popular Minneapolis-St. Paul restaurant.
ST PAUL, Minn. — Celebrate the change in the seasons with a delicious meal off the new menu at The Buttered Tin.
James Beard-recognized chef Alicia Hinze offers breakfast, lunch and sweet treats at locations in St. Paul and Northeast Minneapolis. The new fall menu centers around local harvest and has vegetarian, plant-based and gluten friendly options.
Some of the new items are the Hot Honey Apple French Toast, Big Ol’ Bennie, TBT Hash with salmon filet, Portobello Melt and Jerk Shrimp Tacos.
The St. Paul restaurant is open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Northeast Minneapolis location is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m..
Family Fun Twin Cities co-founder Gianna Kordatzky visited KARE 11 with some ideas to help the kids get more involved.
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Many adults equate Thanksgiving with watching football on TV, eating too much and falling asleep on the couch.
That trio of activities would likely not be high on the list of most children, who are looking for more inclusive activities for the holiday.
Family Fun Twin Cities co-founder Gianna Kordatzky visited KARE 11 Saturday with some ideas that can make Thanksgiving a blast for EVERYONE in the family, ranging from a version of Simon Says to Scavenger Hunts and The Bowl Game.
For more on these games and other awesome living room games, check out the Family Fun Twin Cities website.
