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Zebra mussels confirmed in Shamineau Lake in Morrison County
Published on August 10, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Shamineau Lake, near Motley, in Morrison County.
Riviera Public Water Access on Otter Tail Lake to close for upgrades
Published on August 10, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will begin construction on Aug. 17 to upgrade the Riviera Public Water Access on the northern shoreline of Otter Tail Lake in Otter Tail County.
Belle Plaine public water access to close for improvements
Published on August 10, 2026
Get Out MORE funding used for improvements
Minnesota DNR offers chance to learn about prairie management at local WMAs
Published on August 10, 2026
Event is part of celebrations recognizing the 75th anniversary of wildlife management areas in Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR completes road improvement project in Finland State Forest
Published on August 10, 2026
Project was part of the Get Out MORE initiative
Walk-In Access Program awarded $2.1M; lands open Sept. 1
Published on August 10, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program recently awarded $2.1 million dollars to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Walk-In Access Program to increase public access to private lands for wildlife-based recreation.
Wild rice season opens soon, but harvesters must ensure rice is ripe
Published on August 10, 2026
As the 2026 wild rice season approaches, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds harvesters that, while Aug. 15 is the earliest possible legal harvest date, rice stands must also be ripe before they can be harvested legally.
CWD confirmed in a wild deer near Stillwater
Published on August 4, 2026
A deer near Stillwater has been confirmed positive for chronic wasting disease.
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.