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DNR celebrates building’s 90th anniversary and Smokey’s 80th birthday at State Fair exhibit
Published on August 15, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ building and surrounding grounds at the Minnesota State Fair (which runs from Aug. 22 to Sept. 2) will feature new musicians, presentations and activities, in addition to popular attractions from previous years.
DNR State Fair exhibit fact sheet
Published on August 15, 2024
DNR State Fair exhibit fact sheet break down
New documentary highlights Red River lake sturgeon recovery efforts
Published on August 15, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released a new 30-minute documentary called “Kings in the North: Lake Sturgeon Recovery in the Red River Basin.”
18 new DNR conservation officers graduate from Academy, begin field training
Published on August 15, 2024
Eighteen people who’ve trained since late April to become Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers took a step closer to achieving their goal earlier this week when they graduated from the 23rd CO Academy. Now, they will spend the next several months training throughout the state with experienced conservation officers.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac
Published on August 12, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Lake Byllesby in Goodhue and Dakota counties
Published on August 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Lake Byllesby, near Cannon Falls, in Goodhue and Dakota counties.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Buffalo Lake in Becker County
Published on August 8, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Buffalo Lake near Richwood in Becker County.
Fort Snelling State Park to reopen on Friday, Aug. 9
Published on August 8, 2024
Fort Snelling State Park will reopen to the public on Friday, Aug. 9. The park was closed June 22 due to flooding on the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers.
Minnesota DNR seeks input on proposed special fishing regulations
Published on August 6, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals.
Father Hennepin State Park to temporarily close for wastewater system construction in fall 2024
Published on August 6, 2024
Starting Tuesday, Sept. 3, Father Hennepin State Park in Mille Lacs County will temporarily close to the public during a project to replace the park’s wastewater system.
Wild rice season opens soon, but harvesters must ensure rice is ripe
Published on August 6, 2024
Minnesota DNR offers tips for those new to harvesting.
Minnesota DNR invites conversation about wildlife
Published on August 6, 2024
All wildlife topics welcome in discussions with local wildlife staff.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 6
Published on August 6, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Regulation change will increase walleye limit to 2 on Mille Lacs Lake
Published on August 1, 2024
Early season conditions allow for increased late season fishing opportunity.
Deer hunting regulations and hunting licenses available
Published on August 1, 2024
Hunters in antlerless lottery areas reminded to buy licenses by Sept. 5.
Get Out MORE funding includes critical dam modification projects
Published on August 1, 2024
Dam modification projects are a key component of Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation Experiences) funding that improves habitat, recreational opportunities, climate resilience, and safety across Minnesota.
DNR schedules 2 online auctions for confiscated fishing and hunting equipment
Published on July 30, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has scheduled two public auctions of confiscated fishing, hunting, and trapping equipment.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 29
Published on July 29, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR and partners to provide Mud Lake project update at public meeting
Published on July 26, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will host a public meeting to provide information about an upcoming restoration project at Mud Lake, a sheltered bay of the St. Louis River located in Duluth.
DNR to temporarily lower Silver Lake water levels
Published on July 22, 2024
Lake drawdown in Sibley County will improve water quality and fish and wildlife habitat.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Grove Lake in Pope County, Charlotte Lake in Todd County
Published on July 22, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Grove Lake, near the town of Grove Lake in Pope County, and Charlotte Lake, near Long Prairie in Todd County.
Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 22
Published on July 22, 2024
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife, and habitat management.
Archery permits at Camp Ripley available Aug. 1 with expanded hunting access starting in 2024 deer season
Published on July 19, 2024
Starting Thursday, Aug. 1, archery deer hunters can purchase permits to hunt on the Camp Ripley military installation.
Minnesota DNR announces new scientific and natural area in Cook County
Published on July 19, 2024
New site protects a rare wetland on Lake Superior shore.
Zebra mussels confirmed in Union Lake in Polk County, First Silver Lake and Heilberger Lake in Otter Tail County
Published on July 15, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Union Lake, near Erskine in Polk County; First Silver Lake, near the town of Battle Lake in Otter Tail County; and Heilberger Lake, near Erhard in Otter Tail County.