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DNR: Safety must be the priority around cold water
Published on April 27, 2023
Lake ice is gone – or on its way out – across much of the state, so the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone around lakes, rivers and ponds that cold water is dangerous and unexpected falls can quickly turn tragic.
DNR takes important step toward building a modernized electronic license system
Published on April 24, 2023
Conservation technology company selected as vendor.
DNR seeks public input on Mille Lacs WMA master plan update
Published on April 24, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in the Mille Lacs Wildlife Management Area to participate in a webinar and help inform the DNR’s updates to the WMA’s master plan.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, April 24
Published on April 24, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Minnesota Twins offer free hats
Published on April 21, 2023
Anyone with a 2023 Minnesota fishing or hunting license can receive a free special edition orange Minnesota Twins logo cap and a ticket discount thanks to a special ticket offer from the Twins.
Report fish die-offs to help DNR, others respond as needed
Published on April 21, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages Minnesotans to contact the state duty officer if they see evidence of a fish die-off in a lake or stream.
Fort Snelling State Park closed temporarily due to flooding
Published on April 20, 2023
Due to rising waters on the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers, Fort Snelling State Park will close to the public starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 21.
DNR shares top 10 tips for planning a camping trip in state parks, recreation areas and forest campgrounds
Published on April 18, 2023
As Minnesotans prepare for the summer camping season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources shares tips to help in planning an outdoor adventure.
DNR volunteers celebrated during National Volunteer Week
Published on April 18, 2023
More than 13,000 volunteers helped the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources do everything from monitoring rainfall levels to clearing trails, according to the 2022 annual DNR volunteer report.
Upper Red Lake walleye regulations announced for open water season
Published on April 18, 2023
Anglers fishing on Upper Red Lake in northern Minnesota during the 2023 open-water season that starts May 13 will have a five-walleye possession limit, with only one walleye longer than 17 inches allowed, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on April 18, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR accepting comments on environmental review of Mile Post 7 West Ridge Railroad relocation, dam extensions and stream mitigation project
Published on April 18, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through May 18 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposed project at Northshore Mining’s Mile Post 7 tailings basin.