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Longtime shooting sports advocate is DNR’s 2025 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year

Published on August 3, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Grand Rapids resident Kraig Kiger the 2025 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year.

Minnesota DNR invites conversation about wildlife

Published on August 3, 2026

All wildlife topics welcome in discussions with local wildlife staff.

Lake levels impacted by persistent drought

Published on August 3, 2026

North-central Minnesota experiencing “storage drought.”

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 3

Published on August 3, 2026

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

Minnesota DNR receives notice of proposed changes to NorthMet Project

Published on July 29, 2026

Agency will determine whether a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement is required for the mining project.

Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for the Mile Post 7 west ridge railroad relocation, dam progressions and stream mitigation project

Published on July 28, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Mile Post 7 project, located in Lake County.

Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project

Published on July 28, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project, located in Carlton County.

Minnesota DNR launches new online tools for updated State Wildlife Action Plan

Published on July 28, 2026

Online resources include new data viewer.

Minnesota DNR seeks public input on Leech Lake Fisheries Management Plan

Published on July 27, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in Leech Lake fisheries management to share their thoughts on a draft update of the fisheries management plan for the lake.

Minnesota hunting regulations available for 2026 seasons

Published on July 27, 2026

Hunters will find major updates to electronic licensing, deer seasons and waterfowl regulations.

Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat

Published on July 24, 2026

With hot summer weather creating stressful conditions for fish in lakes, rivers and streams across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing what people can do if they see a fish mortality event — and how they can help prevent them.

Minnesota DNR seeks input on three-duck limit option

Published on July 20, 2026

Proposal aims to recruit new waterfowl hunters.

Minnesota DNR offering $1.7M in community grants to address emerald ash borer impacts

Published on July 20, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering $1.7 million in community grants to address the impact of emerald ash borer on community forests.

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 20

Published on July 20, 2026

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

Enhanced burning restrictions to begin Monday due to worsening fire conditions

Published on July 19, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will activate Class IV burning restrictions beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20, for Cook, Koochiching, Lake and northern St. Louis counties, and also including the portions of the George Washington State Forest and Scenic State Park that extend into Itasca County.

Minnesota DNR hosts Walk in the Wildflowers event at Lamberton WMA

Published on July 16, 2026

Part of 75th anniversary celebration of wildlife management areas in Minnesota.

Minnesota DNR announces state park license plate design contest

Published on July 15, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting Minnesotans to help in creating the next Minnesota state parks license plate.

Minnesota DNR seeks comments on scope of Environmental Impact Statement for proposed Tamarack Mining Project

Published on July 14, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comments on the scoping documents for a state Environmental Impact Statement for the Tamarack Mining Project.

Zebra mussels confirmed in Manuel Mine Lake, Perch Lake in Crow Wing County

Published on July 13, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Manuel Mine Lake, near Crosby, and Perch Lake, near Baxter, both in Crow Wing County.

Wildlife Drive opening at Roseau River Wildlife Management Area

Published on July 13, 2026

The 27-mile Wildlife Drive within the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area will be open July 18-26, Aug. 1-2 and Aug. 8-9.

Extreme fire danger continues in northern Minnesota

Published on July 13, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 13 counties in northern Minnesota effective Sunday, July 13, from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. due to extreme fire danger.

Red Flag Warning issued for extreme fire risk

Published on July 12, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for five counties in northeastern Minnesota effective Sunday, July 12, from noon until 9 p.m. due to extreme fire danger.

Minnesota DNR lowering Lake Henry in Le Sueur County for habitat improvements

Published on July 9, 2026

In support of wildlife while improving habitat quality, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is lowering water levels at Lake Henry in Le Sueur County.

Starry stonewort confirmed in Spider Lake in Hubbard County

Published on July 9, 2026

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae, starry stonewort, in Spider Lake, near Nevis, in Hubbard County.

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