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Action plans outline strategies to enhance habitats for ducks and pheasants
Published on January 30, 2025
Area wildlife managers across Minnesota soon will begin planning and implementing updated strategic conservation efforts designed to foster stewardship of ducks, pheasants and their habitats.
Sign up for firearms safety certification
Published on January 30, 2025
Though most hunting seasons are more than seven months away, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages anyone who plans to take a firearms safety class to sign up now.
Chronic wasting disease confirmed in wild deer in 2 new Minnesota deer permit areas
Published on January 27, 2025
Cases confirmed in DPA 266 near Hawley and DPA 701 near Greenfield
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 27
Published on January 27, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Northeast Minnesota elk restoration planning underway
Published on January 23, 2025
Public input period starts in January, two public meetings scheduled for February.
3M PFAS settlement grant program RFP coming soon
Published on January 23, 2025
$20 million available for restoration and recreation projects.
Preliminary 2024 season report shows higher deer harvest
Published on January 22, 2025
2023-2024 mild winter conditions helped deer populations begin to recover.
Top tips for fun winter outings to state parks and trails
Published on January 22, 2025
Winter recreation options are abundant in Minnesota state parks, recreation areas and trails.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 22
Published on January 22, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR invites public comment to shape offerings at new Keystone Woods Wildlife Management Area
Published on January 16, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in the new Keystone Woods Wildlife Management Area to share their thoughts on what amenities and opportunities they’d like to see at the WMA in the future.
Prune oaks now to avoid risk of oak wilt infection
Published on January 16, 2025
Winter is the ideal time to prune or remove oaks.
Minnesota state parks and recreation areas offer winter camping and lodging
Published on January 16, 2025
Camping and lodging are available throughout the state.
Minnesota DNR urges snowmobile riders to prioritize safety
Published on January 16, 2025
Even small amounts of snow can hide dangers.
Minnesota DNR seeks public input on updates to Lake of the Woods Fisheries Management Plan
Published on January 13, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in Lake of the Woods fisheries to share their thoughts on a draft update of the fisheries management plan for the lake.
Minnesota DNR releases 2024 Forest Health Annual Report
Published on January 13, 2025
Summary includes findings on insects, disease outbreaks and other impacts to Minnesota forests.
Minnesotans fish free statewide with kids Jan. 18-20
Published on January 13, 2025
Free Park Day is also Jan. 20.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 13
Published on January 13, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR honors Roseau River Watershed District
Published on January 9, 2025
Watershed District of the Year award highlights conservation effectiveness.
Minnesota DNR honors Pipestone Soil and Water Conservation District
Published on January 9, 2025
Appreciation award highlights conservation effectiveness.
Jan. 20 is the first 2025 Free Park Day at Minnesota state parks, recreation areas
Published on January 9, 2025
Minnesotans encouraged to try winter outdoor recreation.
Chronic wasting disease reaches endemic stage in 3 southeast Minnesota deer permit areas, DNR adjusts management strategy per CWD response plan
Published on January 8, 2025
DNR discontinues targeted culling of deer in these DPAs.
DNR releases Dodge County groundwater atlas; announces public workshop
Published on January 7, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has published the Groundwater Atlas of Dodge County.
Support Minnesota’s forests by collecting black spruce and jack pine cones this winter
Published on January 7, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Forest Nursery is seeking individuals to collect black spruce and jack pine cones this winter.
George H. Crosby Manitou State Park featured on 2025 state park vehicle permit
Published on January 7, 2025
For the first time, the Minnesota state park vehicle permit sticker and collectable mug features George H. Crosby Manitou State Park in northeast Minnesota.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 7
Published on January 7, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.