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New High Falls pedestrian bridge opens to the public at Tettegouche State Park
Published on November 24, 2025
After several years of closure and construction, the new High Falls pedestrian bridge at Tettegouche State Park opens to the public on Monday, Nov. 24.
Explore the outdoors this winter by hunting Minnesota small game
Published on November 24, 2025
Hunting pheasants, ruffed grouse, squirrels or rabbits offers opportunities to enjoy the Minnesota outdoors as winter begins.
Support DNR’s reforestation efforts by donating to the Future Forest Fund
Published on November 24, 2025
The Future Forest Fund provides a way to partner with the DNR to plant trees and keep state forests healthy for generations.
Minnesota DNR shares reminders about the snowmobile riding season
Published on November 24, 2025
As snowmobile riders prepare for the upcoming riding season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of important information about safety, registration and trail conditions.
Parents, guardians urged to prioritize kids’ safety around cold water
Published on November 24, 2025
As temperatures fall and ice begins forming on ponds, small lakes, and other waterways across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds parents and guardians to talk with their kids about the importance of safety on the ice and around the water.
Section of Munger State Trail in Duluth to be temporarily closed for improvements
Published on November 20, 2025
Get Out MORE project will benefit brook trout, other species.
DNR keeps walleye limit at three for winter on Mille Lacs Lake
Published on November 20, 2025
The walleye limit for ice fishing season on Mille Lacs Lake will remain at three fish longer than 17 inches, only one of which can be longer than 20 inches.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 20
Published on November 20, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Hook-setting devices allowed starting with the 2025-26 ice fishing season
Published on November 17, 2025
Hook configuration and length rule also clarified.
Minnesota DNR seeks public input on draft management plan for Buffalo River State Park
Published on November 17, 2025
New plan will guide state park’s future recreation opportunities, resource management and interpretation.
Enjoy free entrance to Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 28
Published on November 17, 2025
Minnesotans are encouraged to explore outdoors with friends and family over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
Minnesota DNR announces public land sale
Published on November 17, 2025
Online auction to be held Dec. 2-16.
State Trail Visitor Survey results available from Minnesota DNR
Published on November 13, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released a study of state trail visitors.
Give the gift of the outdoors this holiday season
Published on November 13, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has a variety of budget-friendly holiday gift options for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, abilities and interests. These gifts include subscriptions to the Minnesota Conservation Volunteer, gift cards, Nature Store items, and lifetime hunting and fishing licenses.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 13
Published on November 13, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
DNR invites public input to update of Lake Winnibigoshish management plan
Published on November 10, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in Lake Winnibigoshish to share their thoughts on prioritizing future management of the lake, as an initial step in updating the lake’s management plan.
2026 invasive aquatic plant management grant applications open Nov. 10
Published on November 10, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has up to $1,060,000 available to local entities such as lake associations, watershed districts, cities, and counties, as well as Tribal governments, for the management of curly-leaf pondweed, Eurasian watermilfoil, flowering rush and/or starry stonewort.
DNR reminds Minnesotans to prepare yard trees for fall and winter
Published on November 10, 2025
As temperatures drop, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages homeowners to take simple steps to keep their yard trees healthy through fall and winter.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Big Sand Lake in Hubbard County
Published on November 6, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Big Sand Lake, near Dorset in Hubbard County.
Minnesota DNR seeks public feedback on Cody Lake aeration permit request
Published on November 6, 2025
People can comment through Nov. 18
Major improvements coming to Moccasin Point Public Water Access on Lake Vermilion
Published on November 6, 2025
Construction begins winter 2025; closure planned for summer 2026.
Report bear den locations in Brainerd, Grand Rapids, Duluth areas
Published on November 3, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters and other recreationists spending time outdoors this fall to report the locations of bear dens they encounter in and around the Brainerd, Grand Rapids and Duluth areas.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 3
Published on November 3, 2025
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Red Flag Warning issued for extreme fire risk
Published on November 3, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for several counties in northeast Minnesota effective today from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., due to extreme fire risk conditions.
Starry stonewort confirmed in Buffalo Lake in Wright County
Published on October 30, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Buffalo Lake, located in and adjacent to the city of Buffalo in Wright County.