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DNR seeks to fill 200 paid summer internships
Published on January 18, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about possible careers with the DNR through paid summer internship opportunities.
DNR seeking public input on deer population goals
Published on January 18, 2022
Portions of southeast, Arrowhead and north central areas to be evaluated.
2022 invasive aquatic plant management grant applications open Jan. 21
Published on January 18, 2022
The Minnesota DNR is opening the annual aquatic plant management grant process.
Snowmobile riders revving their engines across Minnesota
Published on January 14, 2022
DNR reminds riders to stay sober, ride smart.
19 Minnesotans appointed to game and fish fund oversight committees
Published on January 10, 2022
The group of Minnesota citizens that monitors fish and wildlife spending by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is in place for 2022.
Minnesotans fish free with kids Jan. 15-17
Published on January 10, 2022
Take proper precautions on the ice.
Management plan finalized for Heron Lake
Published on January 10, 2022
Significant public input contributed to waterfowl plan in Jackson County.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on January 10, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Itasca State Park features twinkling lit trail beneath night sky
Published on January 3, 2022
For a view of twinkling lights to match the starry night sky, consider a walk on Itasca State Park’s Twinkle Light Trail.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on January 3, 2022
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Thunder Lake in Cass County
Published on December 27, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in Thunder Lake, near Remer in Cass County.
Usher in the New Year on foot at a state park First Day Hike
Published on December 27, 2021
First Day Hikes will take place at six Minnesota state parks on Saturday, Jan. 1, as part of a nationwide effort to connect people with the outdoors. Individuals, families and groups in all 50 states will have an opportunity to enjoy guided hikes that vary in distance and difficulty. The event offers visitors an opportunity to celebrate the New Year amidst local nature and history.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on December 27, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR cautions about uneven conditions as ice season gets underway
Published on December 21, 2021
Anglers in some parts of Minnesota have been venturing onto the ice for several weeks, while water remains open in other parts of the state. So far in December, weather in the state—which has included rain, snow and fluctuating temperatures—has affected ice-making and impacted ice that’s already formed.
Public has opportunity to comment on management of Lake Maria
Published on December 20, 2021
The management plan identifies new triggers that will guide when specific actions will be used, such as periodic drawdowns. The updated triggers are tied to water quality benchmarks, as well as abundance of aquatic plants, common carp, fathead minnows and bullhead. Public comments will be accepted through Jan. 20.
Take steps to protect trees and shrubs from deer
Published on December 20, 2021
In winter, property owners sometimes begin to notice broken branches or branches missing on tree and shrubs. This damage often is a result of deer browsing and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has tips to prevent it.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on December 20, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Statewide snowmobile season here, but most trails not groomed yet
Published on December 20, 2021
While recent snow in parts of Minnesota has many snowmobile enthusiasts excited to take their first ride of the season, most of the state’s trails are not yet groomed and ready to ride, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on December 13, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR considers request for negotiated metallic mineral leases
Published on December 10, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has received a new request for negotiated nonferrous metallic minerals lease amendments from Vermillion Gold, Inc. (Vermillion).
Continued habitat restoration project prompts temporary liberalized fishing on Lake Wakanda
Published on December 6, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is liberalizing fishing regulations on Lake Wakanda in Kandiyohi County from Dec. 18 through Feb. 27, 2022. The liberalized fishing rules are in response to a lake rehabilitation project that will temporarily draw down water levels.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on December 6, 2021
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR certifies new state record for muskie
Published on December 6, 2021
An angler caught a muskellunge weighing 55 pounds, 14 ounces, from Mille Lacs Lake that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified as a weight-based state record. The previous record was a 54-pound muskie caught from Lake Winnibigoshish in 1957. Although news of the fish has spread quickly in the news and social media, a record is not official until the certification process is complete.
Lake Vermilion creel survey begins
Published on December 6, 2021
Ice anglers fishing Lake Vermilion this winter may be asked to participate in the lake’s first winter creel survey since the winter of 1985-1986. Creel clerks from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will be traveling the lake on foot or on snowmobile to interview ice anglers about their harvest through Feb. 27.
Positive test on 1 Brainerd Lakes area deer extends CWD management to 2024
Published on December 6, 2021
A newly discovered instance of chronic wasting disease in the Brainerd Lakes area will result in three more years of sampling and other disease management efforts for that area.