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Flooding prompts closure of some DNR roads, trails, state forest campgrounds, as well as Fort Snelling State Park
Published on June 21, 2024
Minnesota DNR urges caution and a safety-first mentality during outdoor activities.
Minnesota DNR seeks input on Quad Cities ATV Club Trail Proposal
Published on June 13, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites public review and written comments on a proposal by St. Louis County and the Quad Cities ATV Club to obtain Grant-in-Aid (GIA) funding for an off-highway vehicle trail.
Hill Annex Mine State Park permanently closed to allow mining to resume
Published on June 13, 2024
Hill Annex Mine State Park in Calumet has been deauthorized as a state park and is now closed.
Get Out MORE funding includes critical fixes at hatcheries, streams
Published on June 11, 2024
Minnesota’s once-in-a-generation Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation Experiences) investments are providing $19 million for upgrades at Crystal Springs, including constructing a new hatchery building and replacing degraded raceways and waterlines.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, June 10
Published on June 10, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Starry Stonewort confirmed in Pokegama Lake in Itasca County
Published on June 7, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Pokegama Lake, near Grand Rapids in Itasca County.
Celebrate 100th Anniversary of the Swinging Bridge at Jay Cooke State Park on Free Park Day
Published on June 5, 2024
Beginning with Free Park Day on Saturday, June 8, visitors to Jay Cooke State Park can learn more about the historic Swinging Bridge with summer programming dedicated to the bridge’s 100th anniversary.
Northeastern Minnesota deer study to begin
Published on June 3, 2024
Private landowners sought at selected locations to host trail cameras.
Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is this Friday through Sunday
Published on June 3, 2024
During Take a Kid Fishing Weekend Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9, Minnesota residents can fish without licenses if they take children 15 or younger fishing — and fishing is one way among many to enjoy Great Outdoors Month (June).
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, June 3
Published on June 3, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
June is Great Outdoors Month in Minnesota
Published on May 31, 2024
Gov. Tim Walz is encouraging Minnesotans to get out in nature and enjoy the state’s outstanding outdoor opportunities by proclaiming June 2024 as Great Outdoors Month.
ATV riders can explore Minnesota riding opportunities for free June 8-9
Published on May 30, 2024
Minnesotans with an all-terrain vehicle registered for agricultural use can ride the state’s public ATV trails June 8-9 without paying the registration fee ($60 for three years).
Minnesota DNR unveils new shooting range finder web tool
Published on May 30, 2024
A new web tool will make it easier for people to locate shooting ranges that meet their needs, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 29
Published on May 29, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Dead leaves, dying branches – is it oak wilt or lingering effects of drought?
Published on May 23, 2024
Knowing the difference between oak wilt and other stressors can help people save money and care for their trees.
DNR encourages a safety mindset as recreational boating season kicks off
Published on May 23, 2024
Minnesota’s lakes and rivers are about to be abuzz with activity. Memorial Day weekend represents the traditional start of the recreational boating season, when water recreation enthusiasts of all types join the anglers, paddlers and others who’ve been on the water now for weeks.
Peregrine falcon chick visible on DNR FalconCam
Published on May 21, 2024
First egg has hatched.
Minnesota DNR casts around for favorite fish recipes
Published on May 20, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting anglers to share their favorite Minnesota fish recipes through the Wild Minnesota Recipe Exchange.
Be BearWise this summer while recreating outdoors
Published on May 20, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hikers, campers and others recreating outdoors to be aware of bears and learn how to prevent conflicts with bears.
DNR, The Nature Conservancy, Trust for Public Land team up to create new wildlife management area near Rochester
Published on May 20, 2024
Moon Valley WMA is now open to the public and provides 420 acres of public recreation space 15 minutes from Rochester.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 20
Published on May 20, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Clear Lake in Sibley County opened to unlimited fishing
Published on May 16, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has opened Clear Lake in Sibley County to unlimited fishing, allowing anglers to harvest fish that would likely not survive the upcoming winter during low water conditions on the 505-acre lake.
State parks and trails offer abundant recreational opportunities over Memorial Day weekend
Published on May 16, 2024
In preparation for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing recreation opportunities across the state parks and trails system.
Starry stonewort confirmed in Middle Cullen Lake in Crow Wing County
Published on May 13, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Middle Cullen Lake, near Nisswa in Crow Wing County.
Opportunities available to hunt elk in Minnesota
Published on May 13, 2024
License applications now open.