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Zebra mussels confirmed in Blackduck Lake in Beltrami County, Third Crow Wing Lake in Hubbard County
Published on November 13, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Blackduck Lake, near Blackduck in Beltrami County, and Third Crow Wing Lake, near Badoura in Hubbard County.
Report bear den locations in Brainerd, Grand Rapids, Duluth areas
Published on November 13, 2026
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.
Give the gift of the outdoors this holiday season
Published on November 13, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has a variety of unique, budget-friendly holiday gift options for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, abilities and interests.
Enjoy free entrance to Minnesota state parks, recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 27
Published on November 13, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will waive vehicle fees at all state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 27, the day after Thanksgiving.
2027 invasive aquatic plant management grant applications open until Dec. 9
Published on November 9, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has up to $1,060,000 available to local entities such as lake associations, watershed districts, cities, counties, and Tribal governments for the management of curly-leaf pondweed, Eurasian watermilfoil, flowering rush and starry stonewort.
Upper Red Lake walleye regulations change for winter season
Published on November 9, 2026
New limit will run from Nov. 15, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027.
Reminder: public invited to suggest future focus areas for the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee at Dec. 2 public meeting
Published on November 9, 2026
Minnesotans have an important opportunity coming up to engage with the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee.
Minnesota DNR dedicates public water access in the name of Tom Neustrom
Published on November 6, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is honored to dedicate the Tioga Public Water Access in Cohasset today in the name of Tom Neustrom, hall of fame fishing guide and conservation advocate.
Minnesota DNR invites eligible applicants to explore new environmental grant opportunity
Published on November 6, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites eligible organizations to explore a new funding opportunity for projects that protect, conserve, preserve or enhance the state's environment and natural resources.
Minnesota DNR seeks public input on draft management plan amendments for forest health management work in several state parks, recreation areas
Published on November 6, 2026
Plan amendments would enable the removal of trees for resource management projects.
Minnesota DNR plants nearly 60,000 seedlings to help forests adapt to emerald ash borer
Published on November 5, 2026
The planting will help diversify the forest canopy and build resilience ahead of EAB impacts.
Minnesota DNR celebrates evolving Minnesota Conservation Herd for National Bison Day
Published on November 5, 2026
The Minnesota DNR donated 23 bison in 2026 to help start, grow other herds.
Minnesota DNR, partners celebrate 2026 Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener in Grand Rapids
Published on November 4, 2026
Events include a listening session, media interviews and an evening gathering.
Minnesota DNR encourages deer hunters to familiarize themselves with electronic license system features
Published on November 2, 2026
As hunters prepare for the firearms deer season, which opens Saturday, Nov. 7, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing some tips for hunters who will be using the new electronic licensing system to buy licenses and validate and register harvests.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 2
Published on November 2, 2026
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Pearl Lake in Stearns County
Published on October 29, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Pearl Lake, south of Rockville in Stearns County.
Minnesota DNR Fish and Wildlife advisory committee invites public participation
Published on October 29, 2026
The public is invited to suggest topics of focus for the Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee at Dec. 2 public meeting
Safety is essential to a successful deer hunting season
Published on October 29, 2026
With the Nov. 7 firearms deer opener just days away, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that safe hunts are successful hunts.
Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental documents for Hill Annex Historic Properties Removal, Scram Mining Project
Published on October 27, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments until Nov. 30 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposed scram mining project and associated removal of historic properties at the former Hill Annex Mine in Itasca County.
Photo contest celebrates 75 years of wildlife management areas
Published on October 26, 2026
Minnesota DNR, conservation organizations calling for WMA photos
Minnesota DNR provides deer hunting outlook and regulation reminders
Published on October 26, 2026
Changes to CWD sampling, shotgun zone and license purchasing,
Most of Banning State Park to temporarily close for construction beginning Nov. 9
Published on October 23, 2026
The Eldon climbing area and snowmobile trail will remain open. Construction includes upgrades to day-use area to support growing visitor base and increase accessibility.
Minnesota DNR reminds off-highway vehicle riders of steps for safe rides
Published on October 22, 2026
With six reported off-highway-vehicle-related fatalities in the state in October, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds all riders to prioritize safety as they enjoy the outdoors.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Tulaby Lake in Mahnomen and Becker counties
Published on October 19, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Tulaby Lake, near Waubun in Mahnomen and Becker counties.
Minnesota DNR seeks public input on landscape-level plans for WMAs, AMAs
Published on October 19, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting Minnesotans to participate in a public scoping period to help shape landscape-level plans for the state’s wildlife management areas and aquatic management areas.