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Parents, guardians responsible for kids’ safety around cold water
Published on November 25, 2024
Rapidly falling air temperatures, dangerously cold water, and the likelihood of skim ice on some ponds across Minnesota means it’s imperative for parents and guardians to talk with their kids about the importance of safety ahead of the Thanksgiving break.
New bridge benefits northeastern Minnesota’s Baptism River watershed
Published on November 25, 2024
Work is complete on a new bridge south of Finland that opens up miles of trout habitat and preserves a trail connection where Hockamin Creek intersects with the CJ Ramstad ATV and Snowmobile Trail in northeastern Minnesota’s Finland State Forest.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 25
Published on November 25, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR to hold open house on Buffalo River State Park management plan
Published on November 21, 2024
The new plan will guide future recreation opportunities, resource management and interpretation at the park.
New eagle pair, nest to be featured on popular Minnesota DNR EagleCam
Published on November 19, 2024
Original camera will also remain on.
Free entrance to Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 29
Published on November 18, 2024
Minnesotans encouraged to explore outdoors with friends and family over the holiday weekend.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 18
Published on November 18, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR announces public information meeting to discuss Lake Henry in Le Sueur County
Published on November 13, 2024
Meeting planned for Thursday, Nov. 21 at the Cleveland American Legion.
2025 invasive aquatic plant management grant applications open Nov. 18
Published on November 13, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering grants to lake associations and other groups for projects to manage invasive aquatic plants.
Minnesota DNR retains 4 walleye limit on Upper Red Lake for winter season
Published on November 13, 2024
Due to excellent results in the fall netting assessment of walleye on Upper Red Lake, the winter season walleye limit on Upper Red will continue to be a four fish possession limit, with only one walleye longer than 17 inches allowed.
Minnesota DNR retains 2 walleye limit on Mille Lacs Lake for winter season
Published on November 13, 2024
State-licensed ice anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will be able to keep two walleye 18-20 inches long, or one walleye 18-20 inches and one walleye longer than 28 inches, from Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, to Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025.
Minnesota DNR grants help children get outside, begin a lifetime of outdoor experiences
Published on November 13, 2024
Apply until 2 p.m. Dec. 17 for funding aimed at increasing outdoor experiences, education and stewardship.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 13
Published on November 13, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
2024 Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener celebrates traditions and inspires new hunters
Published on November 9, 2024
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Sarah Strommen and Explore Minnesota Director Lauren Bennett McGinty gathered with hunters and conservation stakeholders to celebrate the 22nd annual Minnesota Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener at the Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center. The event was held in partnership with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, Bluffland Whitetails Association, and the Minnesota Conservation Federation.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Turtle River Lake in Beltrami County
Published on November 7, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Turtle River Lake, near the town of Turtle River in Beltrami County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Eagle Lake in Sherburne County
Published on November 4, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Eagle Lake, near the City of Big Lake in Sherburne County.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 4
Published on November 4, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in White Sand Lake in Crow Wing County
Published on October 31, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in White Sand Lake, near Baxter in Crow Wing County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Long Lake in Todd County
Published on October 31, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Long Lake, near Little Sauk Township in Todd County.
Father Hennepin State Park to reopen Friday, Nov. 1
Published on October 29, 2024
Father Hennepin State Park will reopen to the public on Friday, Nov. 1 after being closed on Sept. 3 for replacement of the park’s wastewater system.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 29
Published on October 29, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
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.