News releases

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Minnesota DNR issues ice warning for aerated lakes

Published on December 16, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has issued its annual ice safety warning for lakes with winter aeration systems.

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DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Dec. 16

Published on December 16, 2024

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

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Minnesota DNR celebrates major 2024 accomplishments

Published on December 16, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released a summary of significant 2024 accomplishments that advanced the DNR’s mission of working with Minnesotans to conserve and manage the state's natural resources, providing outdoor recreation opportunities, and providing for commercial uses of natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life.

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Minnesota DNR shares reminders about the snowmobile riding season

Published on December 12, 2024

As snowmobile riders prepare for the upcoming riding season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of important dates, safety tips and registration requirements.

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CWD confirmed in a wild deer near Wheaton in western Minnesota

Published on December 12, 2024

CWD late-season hunt takes place in select DPAs Dec. 20-22.

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Give the gift of the outdoors this holiday season

Published on December 12, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has a variety of budget-friendly holiday gift options for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, abilities and interests.

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First-come, first-served seats to be offered for 2025 DNR Roundtable

Published on December 5, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Roundtable — an annual gathering of conservation partners to discuss fisheries, wildlife, and ecological and water resource topics and encourage partnership — will again include a no-cost, open registration opportunity.