News releases

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Zebra mussels confirmed in Clear Lake in Washington County

Published on October 21, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Clear Lake, near Forest Lake in Washington County.

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Know before you go for a safe and successful deer hunting season

Published on October 21, 2024

As 400,000 hunters prepare for firearms deer hunting seasons, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters about some ways to be safe and successful.

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Minnesota DNR urges safety around cold water

Published on October 21, 2024

As the leaves fall and the nights grow cooler, the water temperature in lakes and rivers across the state has started dropping as well.

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Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 21

Published on October 21, 2024

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

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DNR temporarily closing a portion of Chengwatana State Forest due to wildfire

Published on October 18, 2024

To help ensure public safety, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has issued an emergency order of closure effective immediately for a portion of the Chengwatana State Forest due to an active wildfire.

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Minnesota DNR announces annual public land sale

Published on October 15, 2024

Online auction to be held Nov. 7-21.

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Plant the future: DNR State Forest Nursery is accepting orders for spring 2025 seedlings beginning Oct. 15

Published on October 14, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' State Forest Nursery will begin spring 2025 seedling sales on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m.

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Field reports: What Minnesota deer hunters can expect this season

Published on October 14, 2024

More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 9.

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Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 14

Published on October 14, 2024

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