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DNR shares tips for celebrating the Fourth of July in state parks, recreation areas
Published on June 26, 2023
Minnesota state parks and recreation areas are great places to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday.
Wildlife Drive opening at Roseau River Wildlife Management Area
Published on June 26, 2023
The 27-mile Wildlife Drive within the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area will be open from Saturday, July 15, through Sunday, July 23, and on Saturdays and Sundays thereafter through Sunday, Aug. 6.
DNR removes deer feeding and attractant bans in 24 counties, adds 5 new counties
Published on June 26, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has removed deer feeding or feeding and attractant bans in 24 counties to focus restrictions on areas where risk of chronic wasting disease spread is of greatest concern.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, June 26
Published on June 26, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
DNR receives mining proposal from Talon Metals
Published on June 21, 2023
Agency launches website with project information.
DNR accepting comments on environmental impact statement for Grindstone River Dam removal project
Published on June 21, 2023
Public meeting also scheduled.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, June 21
Published on June 21, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Long Lake in Kandiyohi County
Published on June 15, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed zebra mussels in Long Lake, near Hawick in Kandiyohi County.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Wall Lake in Otter Tail County
Published on June 15, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has discovered zebra mussels in Wall Lake, near Fergus Falls in Otter Tail County.
Rushford man named 2022 ATV safety instructor of the year
Published on June 15, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Michael Halvorson, a Rushford resident, as the 2022 ATV instructor of the year.
Six watersheds move to drought watch phase
Published on June 15, 2023
Four other watersheds have been in drought watch since last year.
Fort Snelling State Park to reopen May 15
Published on May 11, 2023
Fort Snelling State Park will reopen to the public on Monday, May 15 after closing April 21 due to flooding.
DNR receives additional land donation along St. Croix River
Published on May 4, 2023
Expansion of Chengwatana State Forest will offer recreational opportunities, provide water quality benefits.
DNR accepting comments on environmental assessment for proposed Prospectors Loop ATV Trail segments
Published on April 4, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through May 4, on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposal to add four new ATV trail segments and a connecting spur on the greater Prospectors Loop Trail.
DNR holding career fairs to recruit conservation officers
Published on March 9, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is holding two open-house-style career fairs for anyone interested in learning about becoming a conservation officer.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Feb. 28
Published on February 28, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
New gar possession limit takes effect March 1 on all state waters
Published on February 21, 2023
Anglers will find this and other changes in the 2023 fishing regulations booklet.
DNR announces 2022 deer season preliminary harvest results, CWD management findings
Published on February 21, 2023
Hunters harvested about 170,000 deer during the 2022 deer hunting season, a lower total harvest than in recent years. Total harvest was down 7% compared to the 2021 season and 10% less than the five-year average deer harvest for Minnesota.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Feb. 21
Published on February 21, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Pheasant feeding discouraged despite snowy winter
Published on January 30, 2023
Well-meaning practice can put wildlife in harm’s way.
DNR celebrates EagleCam’s first decade
Published on January 30, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is celebrating 10 years of the EagleCam, a popular annual livestream of a bald eagle nest in Minnesota.
Use the winter to prepare for spring turkey hunting
Published on January 30, 2023
Imagine sitting in the woods on a spring morning with wildflowers in bloom, trees budding bright green and birds overhead migrating back to Minnesota. Then a turkey gobbles in the distance, responding to a turkey call.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 30
Published on January 30, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Grand Rapids lakes offer trout angling fun starting Jan. 14
Published on January 3, 2023
DNR stocking efforts help ensure diverse angling opportunities.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Jan. 3
Published on January 3, 2023
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.