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Be BearWise this summer while recreating outdoors
Published on May 21, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hikers, campers and anyone else enjoying outdoor recreation to learn how to prevent conflicts with bears.
Minnesota DNR shares tips for wildfire prevention before Memorial Day weekend
Published on May 21, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds all Minnesotans to keep wildfire prevention in mind while enjoying the Memorial Day weekend with family and friends.
Gooseberry Falls State Park wins national reader’s choice award for best state park
Published on May 21, 2026
Voters chose Gooseberry Falls State Park as the best in the nation among 20 nominees in the USA Today 10BEST Reader’s Choice Awards
Statement from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on the Flanders Fire
Published on May 19, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has located the origin of the Flanders Fire near the north shore of Flanders Lake.
Minnesota DNR seeking public input on draft rules for regulating gas resource development
Published on May 18, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has published a notice of intent to adopt rules that would regulate gas resource development projects and is inviting the public to comment on these draft rules through July 2, 2026.
Minnesota DNR: Prioritize safety as recreational boating season kicks off
Published on May 18, 2026
The long Memorial Day weekend marks the traditional start of Minnesota’s boating season, which means the state’s lakes and rivers see increased traffic.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 18
Published on May 18, 2026
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Red Flag Warning issued for 54 counties due to extreme fire risk
Published on May 15, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 54 counties across northern, central, and parts of southwest Minnesota today, May 15, due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Minnesota DNR upgrades four shore fishing piers in northeast region of the state
Published on May 14, 2026
Anglers looking for shore fishing spots can enjoy four upgraded piers in northeast Minnesota this open water season.
State parks, recreation areas and trails offer abundance of recreational opportunities over Memorial Day weekend
Published on May 14, 2026
In preparation for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is highlighting recreation opportunities across the state parks and trails system as well as tips on how to safely plan your trips.
Red Flag Warning issued for extreme fire risk
Published on May 14, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 37 counties in parts of northwest, west central, and southwest Minnesota today, May 14, due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Red Flag Warning issued
Published on May 12, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 35 counties in parts of northwest, west central, and southwest Minnesota today, May 12, due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Reporting fish mortality events helps DNR, other agencies respond as needed
Published on May 11, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages Minnesotans who see multiple dead fish in one area of a body of water to file a report by using a new online form or calling the state duty officer.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 11
Published on May 11, 2026
Weekly news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Red Flag Warning issued
Published on May 9, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of central and northeast Minnesota effective today, May 9, until 7 p.m. due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Red Flag Warning issued
Published on May 8, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 24 counties in parts of central and northwest Minnesota, effective today, May 8, from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. due to extreme fire risk conditions.
DNR offers new birding tour at Lac qui Parle WMA
Published on May 4, 2026
Viewing points selected by experts; online map, navigation available
Wildlife Drive at Roseau River Wildlife Management Area open May 16-17
Published on May 4, 2026
The 27-mile Wildlife Drive within the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area will be open to the public on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, weather and dike conditions allowing.
Launching boats may be difficult this spring as drought conditions persist in northeast Minnesota
Published on May 4, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is cautioning boaters in some parts of northeast Minnesota that launching watercraft may be difficult this spring due to low water levels on many lakes and rivers.
During fishing opener weekend and always: Clean, drain, dispose
Published on May 4, 2026
The approaching walleye fishing season comes with a reminder from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to always follow state laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Minnesota DNR certifies fish of a lifetime lake sturgeon as new catch-and-release state record
Published on May 4, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified a new catch-and-release state record lake sturgeon, an 80-inch fish caught by Travis Keating April 18 on the Rainy River in Lake of the Woods County.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, May 4
Published on May 4, 2026
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Counties added to spring burning restrictions
Published on May 1, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is expanding the area subject to open burning restrictions of vegetative debris, as warm and dry weather spreads throughout the state.
Evidence of reproducing cougar population in Minnesota
Published on April 30, 2026
Minnesota cougar kittens documented on camera by Voyageurs Wolf Project
Eagan volunteer named 2025 ATV safety instructor of the year
Published on April 30, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Chris Conroy of Eagan as the 2025 volunteer ATV instructor of the year.