News releases

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Bear hunt lottery applications available

Published on April 3, 2025

Deadline is Friday, May 2.

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Learn to camp, paddle, fish and mountain bike in Minnesota’s great outdoors with DNR’s I Can! programs

Published on April 3, 2025

Registration is now open for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ summer 2025 I Can! outdoor recreation programs in Minnesota state parks and recreation areas.

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DNR seeks public comment on Lake Superior fisheries rule proposals

Published on March 31, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is taking public comment on a proposal that would adjust the trout season dates for Lake Superior anglers and allow more harvest of Atlantic salmon.

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DNR sets open water fishing regulations for Upper Red Lake

Published on March 31, 2025

Anglers fishing on Upper Red Lake during the 2025 open-water season that starts Saturday, May 10, will have a five-walleye possession limit, with only one walleye over 17 inches allowed.

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Ojibwe spring fishing season begins

Published on March 31, 2025

Minnesota DNR reminds Minnesotans of Tribal rights to harvest fish.

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DNR now taking reservations for state park summer tours

Published on March 31, 2025

Three Minnesota state parks offer guided tours, giving participants opportunities to learn about fascinating features of the parks and the history behind them.

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DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, March 31

Published on March 31, 2025

A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.