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Regulation change will increase walleye limit to 2 on Mille Lacs Lake
Published on August 1, 2024
Early season conditions allow for increased late season fishing opportunity.
Deer hunting regulations and hunting licenses available
Published on August 1, 2024
Hunters in antlerless lottery areas reminded to buy licenses by Sept. 5.
Get Out MORE funding includes critical dam modification projects
Published on August 1, 2024
Dam modification projects are a key component of Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation Experiences) funding that improves habitat, recreational opportunities, climate resilience, and safety across Minnesota.
DNR schedules 2 online auctions for confiscated fishing and hunting equipment
Published on July 30, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has scheduled two public auctions of confiscated fishing, hunting, and trapping equipment.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 29
Published on July 29, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR and partners to provide Mud Lake project update at public meeting
Published on July 26, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will host a public meeting to provide information about an upcoming restoration project at Mud Lake, a sheltered bay of the St. Louis River located in Duluth.
DNR to temporarily lower Silver Lake water levels
Published on July 22, 2024
Lake drawdown in Sibley County will improve water quality and fish and wildlife habitat.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Grove Lake in Pope County, Charlotte Lake in Todd County
Published on July 22, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Grove Lake, near the town of Grove Lake in Pope County, and Charlotte Lake, near Long Prairie in Todd County.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 22
Published on July 22, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Archery permits at Camp Ripley available Aug. 1 with expanded hunting access starting in 2024 deer season
Published on July 19, 2024
Starting Thursday, Aug. 1, archery deer hunters can purchase permits to hunt on the Camp Ripley military installation.
Minnesota DNR announces new scientific and natural area in Cook County
Published on July 19, 2024
New site protects a rare wetland on Lake Superior shore.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Union Lake in Polk County, First Silver Lake and Heilberger Lake in Otter Tail County
Published on July 15, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Union Lake, near Erskine in Polk County; First Silver Lake, near the town of Battle Lake in Otter Tail County; and Heilberger Lake, near Erhard in Otter Tail County.
Help document wild species at Bonanza Prairie event in Big Stone County
Published on July 15, 2024
BioBlitz scheduled for Aug. 3.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 15
Published on July 15, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR proposes selling 80,000 acres of school trust lands in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to the U.S. Forest Service to benefit Minnesota’s public schools
Published on July 11, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Office of School Trust Lands, and the U.S. Forest Service - Superior National Forest are working together on a strategy to transfer approximately 80,000 acres of school trust lands within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to federal ownership. This decision will benefit Minnesota's public education system.
Well sampling planned in Lac qui Parle County for the Groundwater Atlas
Published on July 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will collect water samples from about 90 wells in Lac qui Parle County to develop the Groundwater Atlas of Lac qui Parle County.
Ruffed grouse counts remain high in core of ruffed grouse range
Published on July 8, 2024
Sharp-tailed grouse population up in the northwest, but remains low in east-central Minnesota.
Carlton volunteer named 2023 ATV safety instructor of the year
Published on July 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Eric Senarighi, of Carlton, as the 2023 ATV instructor of the year. He also won the award in 2021.
Minnesota DNR certifies 9 new record fish
Published on July 8, 2024
After making changes to the record fish program, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has seen steady interest by anglers in documenting their largest catches, as evidenced by the nine new state record fish the Minnesota DNR has certified since March.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 8
Published on July 8, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR adds Aitkin County to deer feeding and attractant ban
Published on July 1, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added Aitkin County in a deer feeding and attractant ban to reduce the risk of chronic wasting disease spread, following CWD detection in two additional wild deer near Grand Rapids in fall 2023.
Clean, Drain, Dispose every time to prevent aquatic invasive species spread
Published on July 1, 2024
The upcoming Independence Day holiday brings busier lake accesses and people hurrying to family gatherings and celebrations. It is important for all lake and river users to take a few minutes to Clean, Drain, Dispose — every time — to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Despite flooding, outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities will abound in Minnesota 4th of July holiday weekend
Published on July 1, 2024
Planning ahead will help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on public lands and waters.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 1
Published on July 1, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Operation Dry Water anchors DNR safety, enforcement efforts during long holiday week
Published on June 28, 2024
People across the state are gearing up for lots of time on the water in the days ahead and just after the Fourth of July holiday. As they do, Minnesota Department of Resources conservation officers and their public safety partners are reminding them to keep safety at the top of their list.