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Lake Carlos State Park to offer snowshoe-lacing workshop Nov. 23-24

Published on October 17, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering a two-day snowshoe-lacing workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 23-Nov. 24 at the Lake Carlos State Park Visitor Center in Douglas County. During the workshop, an instructor will demonstrate how laces are strung on pre-built Ojibwe-style wood snowshoe frames, followed by a lesson on how to use the finished product.

Deer hunts are taking place at many Minnesota state parks this fall

Published on October 17, 2019

DNR advises park visitors to wear blaze orange or bright colors at parks that remain open during special hunts

Fall is a great time to make your home and property 'Firewise'

Published on October 16, 2019

Fall is a good time to reduce the risks of wildfires to cabins and homes as property owners in rural and wooded areas clear woodlots, cut firewood or remove downed or dying trees.

DNR regional wildlife managers detail what deer hunters can expect

Published on October 14, 2019

Nearly half a million firearms deer hunters are preparing for the season that opens Saturday, Nov. 9, and offers opportunity to spend time with friends and family, find adventure outdoors and put venison in the freezer.

DNR seeking applications to serve on Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee

Published on October 14, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking applications from Minnesota residents interested in serving on the statewide Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee.

DNR seeks applications for advisory committee on natural heritage

Published on October 14, 2019

Minnesotans with a strong interest in the state’s native prairies, forests and wetlands and the diversity of plants and animals they support are invited to apply for membership on a key advisory committee.

Stay safe when the water temperature drops

Published on October 14, 2019

As the leaves fall, the air temperature drops, memories of years past serve as a constant reminder that winter may be only a day away. It’s a time when hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans– many of them anglers and hunters – will spend the next month or two out in the elements, chasing fish, scanning the sky for ducks, or waiting for the deer that will fill their freezers with venison.

DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac

Published on October 14, 2019

Stay informed. Here’s a weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.

Austin wraps up successful weekend as host of Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener

Published on October 12, 2019

The Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Hunting Opener in Austin was a success, with Gov. Tim Walz harvesting a rooster on opening morning.

Fairmont named host community of 2020 Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Hunting Opener

Published on October 11, 2019

Gov. Walz announced that Fairmont would host the 2020 Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Hunting Opener during the Friday banquet.

Dock removal slated for state public water accesses

Published on October 10, 2019

Seasonal dock removal at state-managed public water accesses begin in late October

Downward trend in hunter participation continues in small game hunting

Published on October 8, 2019

The most recent small game hunter survey from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources revealed the fewest number of hunters pursuing species like grouse, waterfowl and squirrels since the DNR began keeping track of these figures in 1969. Small game license sales have been trending lower for the past 20 years.

Public invited to land dedication Oct. 11

Published on October 8, 2019

Dedication to be part of ninth annual Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener

Governor Walz to open pheasant hunting season in Austin this weekend

Published on October 7, 2019

Austin becomes the epicenter of upland bird hunting this weekend as the city hosts the Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener.

Zebra mussels confirmed in Spectacle Lake in Isanti County

Published on October 7, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed multiple young of the year zebra mussels in Spectacle Lake in Isanti County, between the cities of Princeton and Cambridge. This is the first confirmation of zebra mussels in an Isanti County lake.

DNR invites public input on trail uses in Rum River State Forest and nearby forest lands

Published on October 7, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend a meeting on Oct. 21 to review proposed changes to recreational trail systems in the Rum River State Forest and nearby state forest lands.

Celebrate Minnesota’s north shore at Sugarloaf annual open house

Published on October 4, 2019

Celebrate Minnesota’s majestic north shore and learn about its unique geology, climate and more. The Department of Natural Resources and the Sugarloaf North Shore Stewardship Association are holding an annual open house at the Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Meeker County Groundwater Atlas now available

Published on October 3, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has published the Meeker County Groundwater Atlas. This Part B atlas covers groundwater conditions and sensitivity to pollution. It expands on Part A, the geologic atlas previously published by the Minnesota Geological Survey.

New paintings chosen for pheasant and turkey stamps

Published on October 3, 2019

Mark Kness of Albert Lea won the Minnesota Pheasant Habitat Stamp contest and Stephen Hamrick of Lakeville won the Turkey Habitat Stamp contest. Both of the annual contests took place Sept. 19 and are sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

DNR fall land sale includes parcels in St. Louis, Carlton and Pine counties

Published on October 2, 2019

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will offer a total of 17 parcels of land at three public oral bid auctions in October. The auctions will be held in Virginia, Wadena and St. Paul. Included in the auctions are three unimproved recreational land parcels in St. Louis County, one in Carlton County, and one in Pine County.