News releases

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Prune oaks now to avoid oak wilt infection

Published on February 8, 2024

The unusually warm winter might leave more than a mark on the record books – it could hasten invasive oak wilt infection risk. Now is the safest time to prune and trim oak trees to prevent the spread of this deadly disease, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

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Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Feb. 5

Published on February 5, 2024

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

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Public input needed on fisheries management plans for 112 Minnesota lakes

Published on February 2, 2024

February is the month to connect with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources fisheries offices across Minnesota about 112 lakes in 34 counties that will have their fisheries lake management plans updated in 2024.

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Big Stone Lake State Park featured on 2024 state park vehicle permit

Published on February 2, 2024

Each year, DNR chooses a different park or natural feature to highlight on state park vehicle permits

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Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental documents for proposed Maple Creek Habitat Enhancement Project

Published on January 30, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through Feb. 29 on an environmental assessment worksheet for the Maple Creek Habitat Enhancement Project, located in Fillmore County.