News releases

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DNR reminds Minnesotans to prepare yard trees for fall and winter

Published on November 10, 2025

As temperatures drop, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages homeowners to take simple steps to keep their yard trees healthy through fall and winter.

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Zebra mussels confirmed in Big Sand Lake in Hubbard County

Published on November 6, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Big Sand Lake, near Dorset in Hubbard County.

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Minnesota DNR seeks public feedback on Cody Lake aeration permit request

Published on November 6, 2025

People can comment through Nov. 18

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Major improvements coming to Moccasin Point Public Water Access on Lake Vermilion

Published on November 6, 2025

Construction begins winter 2025; closure planned for summer 2026.

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Report bear den locations in Brainerd, Grand Rapids, Duluth areas

Published on November 3, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters and other recreationists spending time outdoors this fall to report the locations of bear dens they encounter in and around the Brainerd, Grand Rapids and Duluth areas.

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DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 3

Published on November 3, 2025

A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.

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Red Flag Warning issued for extreme fire risk

Published on November 3, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for several counties in northeast Minnesota effective today from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., due to extreme fire risk conditions.