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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.


Report finds Blaine water supply wells were primary cause of nearby domestic well interferences during summer 2022

Published on June 27, 2023

An investigation by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has concluded that the water supply wells for the city of Blaine were the primary cause of supply issues in nearby domestic wells during the summer of 2022. A DNR report released today includes the investigation of 50 individual complaints from private well owners in the Blaine and Ham Lake area and found 47 of those complaints to be valid.


DNR shares tips for celebrating the Fourth of July in state parks, recreation areas

Published on June 26, 2023

Minnesota state parks and recreation areas are great places to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday.


Wildlife Drive opening at Roseau River Wildlife Management Area

Published on June 26, 2023

The 27-mile Wildlife Drive within the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area will be open from Saturday, July 15, through Sunday, July 23, and on Saturdays and Sundays thereafter through Sunday, Aug. 6.


DNR removes deer feeding and attractant bans in 24 counties, adds 5 new counties

Published on June 26, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has removed deer feeding or feeding and attractant bans in 24 counties to focus restrictions on areas where risk of chronic wasting disease spread is of greatest concern.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, June 26

Published on June 26, 2023

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


DNR accepting comments on Minnesota River fish management plan

Published on June 22, 2023

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anglers and other members of the public to comment through Friday, Aug. 11 about fishing and fisheries topics on the Minnesota River to inform an update to the fisheries management plan for the 320-mile river.

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