DNR needs to open the smallie season the same day as walleye opener. Should be catch & release, barbless hooks, and no live bait until July 1 when intentional fishing smallies - similar to WI. I haven't seen anyone floating over beds with bobbers and leeches in northen WI the past 2 Junes. I've never understood the point of opening bass season when most bass in MN are STARTING to spawn.