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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.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Feb. 5
Published on February 5, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
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.
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
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.
DNR seeks comments on Duluth area stream management plans
Published on January 29, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anglers and others to comment through Friday, March 1, on fisheries management plans.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 29
Published on January 29, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR advances implementation of Get Out MORE funding
Published on January 22, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced the programmatic framework that will guide how and where the historic, one-time Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation Experiences) investments will be focused.
DNR releases Invasive Carp Action Plan update
Published on January 18, 2024
Broad collaboration informed plan update
Snowshoeing opportunities abound on state lands
Published on January 16, 2024
Snow cover in northeast and southwest Minnesota means snowshoers can enjoy the sport.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 16
Published on January 16, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR seeks private woodland owners to help expand forest inventory data
Published on January 11, 2024
Participants will receive high-quality data on their woodlands at no cost
Minnesotans fish free with kids Jan. 13-15
Published on January 11, 2024
Safety is the first priority for anglers; ice remains unsafe in much of the state
DNR to close Upper Sioux Agency State Park in February
Published on January 10, 2024
As part of its work to transfer the land at Upper Sioux Agency State Park to the Upper Sioux Community, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will close the park to the public on Feb. 16, 2024.
DNR honors watershed district
Published on January 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources presented its annual Watershed District of the Year award to the Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District.
DNR honors Cass County Soil and Water Conservation District
Published on January 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has presented its annual Ecological and Water Resources recognition award to the Cass County Soil and Water Conservation District.
DNR report shows wetland gains in state
Published on January 8, 2024
Wetland Status and Trends Monitoring Report summarizes 15 years of data
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 8
Published on January 8, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Clear Lake partial drawdown to begin this spring
Published on January 5, 2024
Area fisheries managers with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will begin the drawdown process on Sibley County’s Clear Lake this spring. The temporary lowering of water levels on this 505-acre lake is taking place to improve fish and wildlife habitat as well as water quality.
First Free Park Day of 2024 at Minnesota state parks and recreation areas is Jan. 15
Published on January 5, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas on Monday, Jan. 15.
DNR looking to fill 200 paid summer internships
Published on January 5, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about natural resource careers through paid summer internships.
Minnesota DNR webinars focus on winter animal tracks, ice fishing live from the lake
Published on January 2, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR, county sheriffs warn of poor ice conditions across Minnesota
Published on December 28, 2023
Widespread rain, wind and unseasonably warm weather during recent days have degraded ice conditions throughout the state, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Minnesota DNR shares 2023 accomplishments
Published on December 27, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released a year-end list of some of its major accomplishments in 2023.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on December 26, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.