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Learn how to camp, paddle, mountain bike, fish at Minnesota state parks
Published on April 14, 2022
I Can! program registration begins April 14, 2022.
Spring burning restrictions begin in Minnesota
Published on April 11, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is restricting open burning due to increased wildfire risk from warm temperatures and dry conditions.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on April 11, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Bear hunting license applications available
Published on April 8, 2022
Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 6, to apply for a bear hunting license from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Applications for the 2022 season can be submitted online, at any license agent or via telephone at 888-665-4236.
DNR volunteers celebrated for contributions
Published on April 7, 2022
More than 15,000 volunteers helped the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources do everything from monitoring rainfall levels to clearing trails, according to the new 2021 annual DNR volunteer report.
DNR prevention effort focuses on invasive species purchases
Published on April 5, 2022
Webinar will offer guidance about aquariums, gardens and live bait.
DNR accepting comments on environmental documents for Perch Lake Habitat Restoration Project
Published on April 5, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through May 5 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposal to restore aquatic and wetland habitat in the St. Louis River estuary.
DNR researchers optimistic about moose population wellbeing, immediate future
Published on April 4, 2022
For the 11th year in a row, Minnesota’s moose population remains relatively stable.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on March 29, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Public invited to comment on proposal to remove impairment designation for St. Louis River Estuary area of concern
Published on March 29, 2022
Public meeting will be held from 5-6:30 p.m. on April 14 at the Lake Superior Estuarium.
Prevent conflicts with bears with these spring tips
Published on March 29, 2022
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.
One-fish walleye limit set on Mille Lacs Lake for spring, fall fishing
Published on March 29, 2022
Mille Lacs Lake walleye anglers will have two potential opportunities for harvest during the 2022 open water season.
2022 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener Announcement
Published on March 24, 2022
Today, Governor Tim Walz, Explore Minnesota Tourism, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced details for the 2022 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener.
DNR seeking conservation officer applicants for 2023 academy
Published on March 24, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is holding a career fair Tuesday, March 29, from 4-7 p.m. for anyone interested in learning more about the career of a conservation officer.
CWD detected in a wild deer in Grand Rapids prompts DNR to update disease response plan
Published on March 22, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is updating its chronic wasting disease response plan after the discovery of a wild white-tailed deer infected with CWD within the city of Grand Rapids.
New surface tours offered this summer at historic Soudan Mine
Published on March 21, 2022
Visitors to Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park can learn about the rich history of Minnesota’s first iron ore mine in a new surface tour that will be offered this summer.
Spring thaw ushers in start of temporary state forest road, trail closures
Published on March 21, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will begin temporarily closing some state forest roads and trails as seasonal melting makes them too soft to support vehicle traffic without causing damage.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on March 21, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR accepting comments on environmental review of Big 39 and Little 39 Creek Mitigation Project
Published on March 15, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through April 14 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposal to restore Big 39 Creek and Little 39 Creek.
DNR seeks comments on International Falls area fisheries management plans
Published on March 14, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anglers and others to comment on fisheries management plans through April 15 for several waterbodies in the International Falls Fisheries work area.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on March 14, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Deadline to remove ice shelters in northern Minnesota is March 21
Published on March 14, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers the upcoming deadline to remove ice shelters from lakes in the northern one-third of the state is quickly approaching. Heavy snow and slush in some areas means conditions on the ice might be challenging, so the DNR urges anglers to plan ahead to ensure they’re able to meet the deadline.
DNR seeks comments on Finland area fisheries management plans
Published on March 7, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anglers and others to comment on fisheries management plans for several waterbodies in the Finland fisheries work area through March 31.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on March 7, 2022
DNR webinars cover archery hunting, sturgeon fishing.
Deadline just days away to remove fish houses in much of Minnesota
Published on March 3, 2022
March 7 is deadline on inland waters in southern two-thirds of state.