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Zebra mussels confirmed in Lake Ann in Chanhassen

Published on July 31, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of additional zebra mussels in Lake Ann, in the city of Chanhassen in Carver County.


Walleye slot limit expands Aug. 1 for Mille Lacs anglers

Published on July 24, 2023

​Allowing harvest of smaller fish offers more opportunity to keep a walleye.


Hunting to be allowed on additional part of Walnut Lake Wildlife Management Area

Published on July 24, 2023

Faribault County parcel to have ‘No Trespass Wildlife Sanctuary’ designation removed.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 24

Published on July 24, 2023

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


St. Croix Watershed now in drought warning phase

Published on July 21, 2023

Affected communities directed to implement water use restrictions.


Minnesota DNR to require nontoxic ammunition for state park special deer hunts, 56 SNAs that allow hunting

Published on July 20, 2023

People participating in special hunts in state parks and recreation areas or hunting in those scientific and natural areas where hunting is allowed, will be required to use nontoxic ammunition starting this fall.


Starry stonewort confirmed in North Twin Lake in Beltrami County

Published on July 20, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in North Twin Lake, near the town of Turtle River in Beltrami County.


Minnesota DNR, Minnesota Zoo reintroduce Dakota skipper butterflies to Glacial Lakes State Park

Published on July 17, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Minnesota Zoo recently released hundreds of Dakota skipper butterflies back to the prairie at Glacial Lakes State Park.


Minnesota DNR expands all-terrain track chair program

Published on July 17, 2023

All-terrain track chairs expand access to state parks for visitors with mobility disabilities.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 17

Published on July 17, 2023

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


Apply through Aug. 18 for Camp Ripley archery hunts

Published on July 14, 2023

Hunters can apply for the regular archery deer hunt at Camp Ripley near Little Falls. The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 18.


Hoyt Lakes man is DNR’s 2022 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year

Published on July 14, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Donald Belange, a Hoyt Lakes resident, as the 2022 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year.


$2.4 million awarded to protect community forests across Minnesota

Published on July 14, 2023

Thirty-five Minnesota communities received a collective $2.4 million boost in their ability to protect urban forests thanks to funding provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources.


New kids’ activity booklet available at Minnesota state parks

Published on July 14, 2023

On July 14, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is launching the Junior Ranger program, which offers a new activity booklet for kids at Minnesota state parks.


Public information meeting scheduled to discuss Powers Lake in Meeker County

Published on July 10, 2023

Meeting planned for Monday, July 17 at Darwin City Hall.


Ruffed grouse counts remain high in core of ruffed grouse range

Published on July 10, 2023

Sharp-tailed grouse population similar to recent years.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 10

Published on July 10, 2023

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


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 6

Published on July 6, 2023

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


Burning restrictions lifted in Northeast Minnesota

Published on July 3, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is lifting burning restrictions in Carlton, Cook, Lake, and St. Louis counties, effective Monday, July 3 at 6 p.m.


DNR encourages safety first this July Fourth holiday weekend

Published on June 30, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds outdoor enthusiasts to keep safety in mind while enjoying the Fourth of July weekend with family and friends.


Zebra mussels confirmed in Pine Lake in Stearns County

Published on June 29, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Pine Lake, near Saint Anna in Stearns County.


Zebra mussels confirmed in Lake Plantagenet in Hubbard County

Published on June 29, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Lake Plantagenet, near Nary in Hubbard County.


Starry Stonewort confirmed in Long Lake in Kandiyohi County

Published on June 29, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Long Lake, near Hawick in Kandiyohi County.


Operation Dry Water set for July 1-3

Published on June 29, 2023

In more than half the boating fatalities in Minnesota, alcohol is the main factor. That means those deaths likely were preventable, which is a key reason why Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers and their public safety partners are stepping up their efforts to keep Minnesota’s waterways safe July 1-3.

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