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Open fire restrictions lifted in northeast Minnesota
Published on October 24, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is lifting open fire restrictions in Cook, Koochiching, Lake, and the northern portion of St. Louis counties, effective Friday, October 25 at 12:01 a.m.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Bass Lake in Wright County
Published on October 24, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Bass Lake, near Annandale in Wright County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Potato Lake in Hubbard County
Published on October 21, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Potato Lake, near Park Rapids in Hubbard County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Clear Lake in Washington County
Published on October 21, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Clear Lake, near Forest Lake in Washington County.
Know before you go for a safe and successful deer hunting season
Published on October 21, 2024
As 400,000 hunters prepare for firearms deer hunting seasons, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters about some ways to be safe and successful.
Minnesota DNR urges safety around cold water
Published on October 21, 2024
As the leaves fall and the nights grow cooler, the water temperature in lakes and rivers across the state has started dropping as well.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 21
Published on October 21, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR temporarily closing a portion of Chengwatana State Forest due to wildfire
Published on October 18, 2024
To help ensure public safety, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has issued an emergency order of closure effective immediately for a portion of the Chengwatana State Forest due to an active wildfire.
Minnesota DNR announces annual public land sale
Published on October 15, 2024
Online auction to be held Nov. 7-21.
Plant the future: DNR State Forest Nursery is accepting orders for spring 2025 seedlings beginning Oct. 15
Published on October 14, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' State Forest Nursery will begin spring 2025 seedling sales on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m.
Field reports: What Minnesota deer hunters can expect this season
Published on October 14, 2024
More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 9.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 14
Published on October 14, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Rice Lake in Hennepin County
Published on October 10, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Rice Lake, located partially in Maple Grove, Hennepin County.
Public invited to land celebration Oct. 11
Published on October 8, 2024
Celebration to be part of 12th annual Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener.
Minnesota DNR designates Keystone Woods as new wildlife management area
Published on October 8, 2024
Public comment period about the WMA opens in November.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 8
Published on October 8, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Cook and Lake County Burning Restrictions Begin Friday, Oct. 4
Published on October 3, 2024
To help ensure public safety and protect natural resources, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is activating burning restrictions beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4 for Cook and Lake counties in northeast Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR to hold open house to discuss trail planning for Solana State Forest
Published on October 2, 2024
Meeting will be held in Aitkin.
Permits still available for Lake Bemidji State Park youth deer hunt Oct. 18-20
Published on September 30, 2024
Permits are available for the Oct. 18-20 youth hunt at Lake Bemidji State Park. This firearms hunt is open to youth ages 12 to 15.
Buckingham Creek stream restoration nears completion
Published on September 30, 2024
DNR and partners restore imperiled trout stream through Enger Park Golf Course in Duluth.
DNR invites public input for Roseau River WMA master plan update
Published on September 30, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area to share their perspectives about future management at the WMA.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 30
Published on September 30, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Cedar Lake in Morrison County
Published on September 26, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Cedar Lake, near Upsala in Morrison County.
Public Lands Day in Minnesota recognizes the importance of stewardship and the abundant contributions of the state’s natural places
Published on September 26, 2024
Gov. Tim Walz proclaimed Saturday, Sept. 28 as Public Lands Day in Minnesota, which aligns with National Public Lands Day, the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands in the United States.
Wadena County groundwater atlas released
Published on September 23, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has published the Groundwater Atlas of Wadena County.