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Published September 07, 2012, 12:00 AM

Pumping for ducks

Our many lakes, especially our shallow lakes, attract waterfowl and other birds - especially diving ducks that rely exclusively on aquatic foods to survive. In turn, these same shallow lakes traditionally attract duck hunters to the area too. A display of antique duck hunting boats at the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum in Alexandria speaks to that long, rich history.

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