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DNR volunteers celebrated for contributions
Published on April 19, 2021
DNR volunteers share a special commitment to making sure our natural resources are available for current and future generations to enjoy. More than 14,000 volunteers helped the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources last year do everything from monitoring rainfall levels to clearing trails.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on April 19, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Reporting fish die-offs helps the DNR and others respond when needed
Published on April 19, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources would like the public’s help in reporting fish die-offs in lakes and streams, which happen occasionally and usually result from natural causes.
More counties added to spring burn restrictions
Published on April 16, 2021
As fire season deepens and expands, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added the following counties to the burn restriction list: Aitkin, Carlton and Pine.
DNR invites public comments, announces meeting on recreational trail revisions within the Foot Hills State Forest
Published on April 13, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages people to learn about and comment on potential trail revisions within the Foot Hills State Forest in Cass County during an online public meeting from 6-7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 26. Comments and ideas may also be submitted through Friday, May 14.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on April 12, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Spring turkey hunting begins this week
Published on April 12, 2021
When Minnesota’s turkey hunting season begins Wednesday, April 14, hunters hoping to bag a tom turkey will see similar regulations as last year.
DNR invites public comments on FireFrost ATV Trail proposal
Published on April 12, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites public review and written comments on a proposal by Norman County to obtain grant-in-aid funding for an all-terrain vehicle trail. Grant-in-aid is a cost-share program that relies on partnership between the DNR, a local government sponsor and an off-highway vehicle organization to facilitate trail development and maintenance.
Stream trout fishing opens statewide on April 17
Published on April 12, 2021
Minnesota’s popular warm weather stream trout season opens Saturday, April 17, with quality fishing opportunities in every region of the state. Brook trout and splake fishing also open April 17 on Lake Superior and its tributary streams.
High-risk oak wilt season is now: Do not prune oaks
Published on April 8, 2021
April marks the beginning of the high-risk season for oak wilt, so the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds people not to prune oaks from April through July. This is the best way Minnesotans can prevent the spread of the deadly oak wilt disease.
Mountain bike trail expansion happening at Cuyuna Country SRA
Published on April 8, 2021
Mountain bike enthusiasts will have 27 miles of new trails to ride at the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area by the spring of 2023. New trail construction at the area’s Sagamore Unit is scheduled to begin in late April and last through the fall of 2022.
Richmond man is snowmobile safety instructor of the year
Published on April 8, 2021
Charles Reichert, of Richmond, has been named the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Volunteer Snowmobile Instructor of the Year for 2020.
More counties added to spring burn restrictions
Published on April 5, 2021
As fire season deepens and expands, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added the following counties to the burn restriction list: Cass (south) and Crow Wing.
DNR: Play it safe as early boating season gets underway
Published on April 5, 2021
Many lakes and rivers throughout Minnesota are now ice-free, and those where ice remains likely will be open in the near future. People are understandably eager to hit the water, but it remains dangerously cold. That means it’s vital for people to exercise extreme caution whenever they’re on or around the water.
Observation of walleye egg take operations closed to public
Published on April 5, 2021
Biologists with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will collect walleye eggs this spring; however, social distancing requirements mean this popular springtime activity will not be open for public viewing this year.
Minnesota’s fishing opener is May 15 this year
Published on April 5, 2021
Fishing seasons open for walleye, bass, trout in lakes, and northern pike on Saturday, May 15, with this year’s date taking the prize for the latest possible opener under Minnesota statute.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources completes sand and gravel resource map for Kandiyohi County
Published on March 30, 2021
Geologists in the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Aggregate Resource Mapping Program recently completed a new resource map showing the potential for sand and gravel deposits in Kandiyohi County. Aggregate resource maps are an important tool to assist in local land use planning and identifying local resources needed to construct roads, bridges, trails and buildings.
DNR seeking public comment on proposed waterfowl regulations through April 11
Published on March 29, 2021
People have through Sunday, April 11, to submit comments on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ proposed waterfowl hunting regulations and seasons. Comments may be submitted by completing on online comment form through Sunday, April 11.
Counties added to spring burn restrictions
Published on March 29, 2021
As warm and dry weather continues to spread throughout the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added the following counties today to the burn restriction list: Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Hubbard, Norman, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, Wadena and Wilkin.
DNR seeks comments on Tower area fisheries management plans
Published on March 29, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anglers and others interested in fisheries management in the Tower area to comment on management plans for several lakes through April 10.
DNR and partner agencies to conduct innovative search for invasive carp
Published on March 25, 2021
Beginning April 5, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will lead an intensive invasive carp removal effort in Pool 8 of the Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wis. The innovative Modified Unified Method (MUM) combines netting and herding techniques to drive and concentrate invasive carp from a large area of water into a small zone for removal.
Early and late season walleye harvest to be allowed on Mille Lacs in 2021
Published on March 23, 2021
Early-season walleye anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will be able to keep one walleye 21-23 inches long or one longer than 28 inches. Summer will bring catch-and-release walleye fishing, with a mid-season closure, before the potential for a one-fish limit returns in the fall.
Spring burning restrictions begin in Minnesota
Published on March 22, 2021
Warm temperatures and dry conditions in northwest Minnesota mean increased wildfire risk, so the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is restricting open burning in the following counties effective immediately: Beltrami (north), Kittson, Koochiching, Lake of the Woods, Marshall, Pennington and Roseau.
Prevent conflicts with bears with these spring tips
Published on March 22, 2021
With bears emerging from hibernation in the coming weeks, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds homeowners to check their property for food sources that could attract bears.
Spring thaw brings temporary closure of state forest roads and trails
Published on March 18, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will temporarily close some state forest roads and trails because they are not firm enough to support vehicle traffic without causing damage. Depending on weather conditions, the temporary closures could remain in effect until sometime in May.