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Hunting regulations now available in Hmong, Karen, Somali and Spanish
Published on November 1, 2021
People who speak Hmong, Karen, Somali or Spanish will be able to access Minnesota’s hunting regulations in their language. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is translating the state’s hunting regulations into four languages. Previously, they had been available only in English.
DNR invites public comment on proposed master plan amendment for land added to Frontenac State Park
Published on November 1, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will host an open house for the public to review and comment on a proposed master plan amendment for Frontenac State Park. The open house will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 30, at the Frontenac Sportsman Club, 30301 Territorial Road, Lake City, MN 55041.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on November 1, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Afton State Park to close during special hunt this weekend
Published on November 1, 2021
Afton State Park will be closed to all visitors beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5 for a special deer hunt. The state park will reopen to the public at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 8. The purpose for the hunt is to prevent overpopulation of deer and to protect resources.
Temporary off-highway vehicle restrictions begin with firearms deer opener
Published on October 28, 2021
Recreational use of off-highway vehicles (OHVs) will be restricted in some areas where hunters may use rifles during the firearms deer hunting season, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
DNR seeks comments on Grand Marais area lake and stream management plans
Published on October 25, 2021
Public comments accepted through Dec. 24 for fish management plans across a number of lakes in the Grand Marais work area.
Chronic wasting disease testing is mandatory for deer opener in CWD zones
Published on October 25, 2021
Minnesota deer hunters in several parts of the state must bring their harvested deer to sampling stations to be tested for chronic wasting disease during the opening weekends of firearms seasons.
The State Forest Nursery has urgent need for Jack pine, red pine, and black spruce cones
Published on October 25, 2021
The State Forest Nursery needs to acquire hundreds of bushels of evergreen cones within the next few months to meet state and county orders for spring 2022 reforestation efforts, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
DNR mini grants to help get children outside early and often
Published on October 25, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is excited to announce the availability of mini grants through the extremely popular No Child Left Inside Grant Program. These grants help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike or bike, or simply learn more about nature.
DNR seeks applications for advisory committee on natural heritage
Published on October 22, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting six new members to serve on a key advisory board. The Natural Heritage Advisory Committee (NHAC) advises the DNR on issues relating to sustaining the state’s natural heritage, biological diversity and ecosystem services.
DNR and partner agencies to continue innovative search for invasive carp
Published on October 22, 2021
Beginning Monday, Oct. 25, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will lead a second intensive invasive carp removal effort in Pool 8 of the Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wis. Thirty-four silver carp were captured in Pool 8 during the first interagency carp removal operation in April.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Upper South Long Lake in Crow Wing County
Published on October 22, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Upper South Long Lake, near Brainerd in Crow Wing County. Five hundred feet of the Nokasippi River immediately upstream and downstream of South Long Lake will also be listed for zebra mussels.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Mahnomen Lake and East Mahnomen Lake in Crow Wing County
Published on October 22, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Mahnomen Lake and East Mahnomen Lake in Crow Wing County.
Field reports: What Minnesota deer hunters can expect this season
Published on October 18, 2021
Nearly half a million firearms deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 6, and offers opportunity to spend time outdoors with friends and family, find adventure outdoors and put venison in the freezer.
Kingsbury Bay/Grassy Point project in St. Louis River Estuary completed
Published on October 18, 2021
One of Minnesota DNR’s largest habitat restoration projects is complete. The three-year, $18 million construction project in the St. Louis River estuary near Duluth has restored 230 acres of coastal wetland habitat at Kingsbury Bay and Grassy Point.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on October 18, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
In midst of deadliest boating season in 16 years, DNR asks late-season boaters to play it safe
Published on October 15, 2021
Minnesota’s waterways were unusually deadly this year, with 17 people losing their lives in boating-related drownings and crashes—the highest number since 2005. And with weeks of open water left this year, there’s a chance that total could climb higher.
DNR accepting applications for coastal area grants
Published on October 15, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting grant applications now through Nov. 16 for projects through its Minnesota’s Lake Superior Coastal Program. Approximately $500,000 will be available for projects to begin fall 2022. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office for Coastal Management provides the funding for these grants.
Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine to host 2022 Minnesota Fish Art Contest
Published on October 15, 2021
The Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine, in partnership with Wildlife Forever, will host the 2022 Minnesota Fish Art Contest. Open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade, this free art competition aims to introduce Minnesota youth to the wonders of fish, the joy of fishing, and the importance of aquatic conservation.
Minnesota DNR announces $13.3 million funding proposal to address 2021 drought impacts on natural resources
Published on October 13, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources today announced $13.3 million in funding proposals in response to the significant effects of this summer’s drought on two of the state’s critical natural resources: water and trees.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on October 11, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Deer deaths in Houston and Winona counties caused by midge-borne virus
Published on October 11, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed two cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in wild white-tailed deer in Minnesota. EHD is a viral disease of deer and some livestock that is spread by a biting insect called a midge.
DNR temporarily bans farmed deer movement into and within Minnesota to protect state’s wild white-tailed deer
Published on October 11, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued an emergency rule that temporarily prohibits the importation and movement of farmed white-tailed deer into and within Minnesota.
Small fire burning in Itasca State Park
Published on October 6, 2021
At approximately 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5, Clearwater County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a fire burning in timber, lowland grasses and brush in a remote location in Itasca State Park, at the end of Bohall Trail and on the north side of Bohall Lake.
Zebra mussel confirmed in Woman Lake in Cass County
Published on October 5, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of a zebra mussel in Woman Lake, near Longville in Cass County. Girl Lake will also be added to the infested waters list, because it is downstream of and closely connected to Woman Lake.