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Wild rice season opens soon, but harvesters must ensure rice is ripe
Published on August 8, 2022
The DNR offers tips for those new to harvesting or considering taking up the activity .
DNR to host public meeting on CWD in Climax area Aug. 22
Published on August 8, 2022
Hunters need to know about changes to hunting regulations and CWD sampling this deer season.
DNR to host public meeting on CWD in Grand Rapids area Aug. 23
Published on August 8, 2022
Hunters need to know about changes to hunting regulations and CWD sampling this deer season.
DNR to hold 2 online confiscated equipment auctions
Published on August 8, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has scheduled two public auctions of confiscated fishing, hunting and trapping equipment, one on Saturday, Aug. 27 and the other on Saturday, Oct. 1.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 8
Published on August 8, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Embarrass Mine Pit in St. Louis County
Published on August 4, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in the Embarrass Mine Pit, also known as the Sabin Mine Pit, near Aurora in St. Louis County.
Hunting regulations, deer hunting licenses now available
Published on August 1, 2022
Plentiful opportunities will greet deer hunters this fall.
DNR announces CWD sampling changes
Published on August 1, 2022
As part of an adaptive approach to chronic wasting disease management statewide, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is broadening the options this year for hunters to get their deer tested for CWD.
Attend deer season webinar, contribute to deer conversations
Published on August 1, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites all hunters to attend an informational webinar on new deer hunting regulations at noon Wednesday, Aug. 3.
DNR seeks input on proposed special fishing regulations
Published on August 1, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 1
Published on August 1, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Lake Koronis in Stearns County
Published on August 1, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Lake Koronis, near Paynesville in Stearns County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Limestone Lake in Wright County
Published on July 28, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Limestone Lake, near Clearwater in Wright County.
Ruffed grouse counts up unexpectedly from last year
Published on July 28, 2022
Sharp-tailed grouse population also sees increase in east-central Minnesota
DNR accepting applications for several fisheries, wildlife advisory committees
Published on July 28, 2022
Minnesotans can apply online through Sept. 16 to serve on several committees that advise the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about fisheries and wildlife topics.
Declining water levels in parts of state affecting boat launches and retrievals
Published on July 27, 2022
Low water levels, resulting from below-average rainfall in much of the southern third of Minnesota in June and July, are making boat launching and retrieval challenging at many lakes and rivers, especially in the Twin Cities metro area.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 25
Published on July 25, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 18
Published on July 18, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Habitat restoration work begins in St. Louis River’s connected Perch Lake
Published on July 11, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Minnesota Land Trust are working to restore fish and wildlife habitat at Perch Lake, which was once a bay of the St. Louis River.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Clear Lake in Crow Wing County
Published on July 11, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Clear Lake, near Jenkins in Crow Wing County.
Assistance available for managing storm-damaged woods
Published on July 11, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has resources and foresters available to help landowners manage woodlands damaged by recent tornadoes and storms.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 11
Published on July 11, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 8
Published on July 8, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Status, trends report released on Upper Mississippi River System
Published on July 8, 2022
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Geological Survey, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and natural resources agencies in four other states, have released a report on the ecological status of the Upper Mississippi River.
Apply by Aug. 19 for Camp Ripley archery hunts
Published on July 6, 2022
Hunters can apply for the fall archery deer hunt at Camp Ripley near Little Falls through Friday, Aug. 19.