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Public can learn about accessibility updates to William O’Brien State Park at upcoming open house

Published on June 2, 2023

A construction project to bring accessibility updates to William O’Brien State Park is slated to begin in September. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites the public to learn more about the project at an open house Thursday, June 15 from 4-6 p.m. in the Zephyr Room at the Wildwood Library in Mahtomedi.

Volunteers needed in select northeastern Minnesota counties for DNR loon survey

Published on June 2, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers to help monitor the loon population in Aitkin, Cook, Crow Wing, Itasca and Lake counties. Volunteers are needed for a minimum of one morning during the June 30 through July 10 monitoring period, to count the number of adult and juvenile loons on pre-selected lakes.

June is Great Outdoors Month in Minnesota

Published on June 2, 2023

Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota DNR are encouraging Minnesotans to get out in nature and enjoy the state’s outstanding outdoor opportunities by proclaiming June 2023 as Great Outdoors Month. The proclamation cites the health and wellness benefits of spending time outdoors as one of the many reasons to encourage Minnesotans to get outdoors.

ATV riders can explore Minnesota trails for free

Published on May 31, 2023

Riders with an all-terrain vehicle registered for private or agricultural use won’t need to pay the registration fee to ride the state’s public ATV trails June 10-11. This is the 10th year that Minnesota is providing ATV riders with free access to more than 3,000 miles of state forest and grant-in-aid trails during an annual no registration weekend.

Newborn bison calves join herds at Minneopa, Blue Mounds state parks

Published on May 30, 2023

The state park herds usually grow by 25-30 calves each spring.

Lake sturgeon egg take on Rainy River key to restoration success in Red River Basin

Published on May 30, 2023

DNR now leading egg take effort in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Red Lake and White Earth nations.

Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 30

Published on May 30, 2023

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

Woman injured by black bear near Nisswa

Published on May 27, 2023

A woman was treated and released from the hospital after being injured by a black bear near Nisswa early Friday morning.

Fort Snelling State Park to reopen May 27

Published on May 26, 2023

After closure due to flooding, Fort Snelling State Park will reopen to the public on Saturday, May 27.

Water levels dropped at Canisteo Mine Pit in Itasca County

Published on May 26, 2023

Water levels in the Canisteo Legacy Mine Pit have dropped from 1,311 to 1,309.07 feet since the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources began contingency pumping last December.

With long holiday weekend on tap, safety is key

Published on May 24, 2023

Minnesota’s summer boating season is about to kick into high gear. While anglers and paddlers have been on the water for weeks, Memorial Day weekend represents the traditional start of the recreational boating season, when waterways come alive with all sorts of users.

Be BearWise this summer while recreating outdoors

Published on May 22, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hikers, campers and others recreating outdoors to be aware of bears and learn how to prevent conflicts.

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac

Published on May 22, 2023

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

DNR invites public comment on Red Lake WMA master plan update

Published on May 19, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in the Red Lake Wildlife Management Area to share their thoughts on a draft update of the WMA’s master plan, which will guide management of the popular hunting, fishing and wildlife-watching destination in northwestern Minnesota.

Recreational opportunities abound at state parks, trails, recreation areas over Memorial Day weekend

Published on May 18, 2023

In advance of the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is highlighting recreational opportunities at state parks, trails and recreation areas throughout Minnesota.

Fort Snelling State Park temporarily closed again due to flooding

Published on May 17, 2023

Fort Snelling State Park temporarily closed again to the public at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17 because water from the rising Minnesota River is expected to flood the main park road and all the parking lots.

Don’t let a wildfire become a life-changing event

Published on May 15, 2023

Due to a recent rise in wildfire activity, with 207 wildfires reported since May 1, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds the public that safety matters. Report wildfires immediately by calling 911 from a safe location.

Off-Highway vehicle riding season underway

Published on May 15, 2023

After a long winter, the off-highway vehicle riding season is upon us. Minnesota boasts more than 3,000 miles of trails for all types of OHVs and rider skill levels.

Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 15

Published on May 15, 2023

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

Fort Snelling State Park to reopen May 15

Published on May 11, 2023

Fort Snelling State Park will reopen to the public on Monday, May 15 after closing April 21 due to flooding.

Public hearing scheduled to discuss Clear Lake management options

Published on May 8, 2023

Meeting planned for May 16 in Gibbon.

Minnesota state park summer tours now taking reservations

Published on May 8, 2023

This summer, Minnesota state parks will offer tours that highlight life in a prairie (including the possibility of viewing bison!), the longest cave in the state and Minnesota’s mining history.

Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 8

Published on May 8, 2023

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

Counties added to spring burning restrictions

Published on May 4, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has expanded the area subject to open burning restrictions as warm and dry weather spreads throughout the state.

DNR seeks input on Appleton OHV Park expansion

Published on May 4, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites public review and written comments on a proposal by Swift County to obtain grant-in-aid funding for an expansion of the Appleton Off-Highway Vehicle Park.