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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.


Know before you go for a safe and successful deer hunting season

Published on October 21, 2024

As 400,000 hunters prepare for firearms deer hunting seasons, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters about some ways to be safe and successful.


Minnesota DNR urges safety around cold water

Published on October 21, 2024

As the leaves fall and the nights grow cooler, the water temperature in lakes and rivers across the state has started dropping as well.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 21

Published on October 21, 2024

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


DNR temporarily closing a portion of Chengwatana State Forest due to wildfire

Published on October 18, 2024

To help ensure public safety, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has issued an emergency order of closure effective immediately for a portion of the Chengwatana State Forest due to an active wildfire.


Minnesota DNR announces annual public land sale

Published on October 15, 2024

Online auction to be held Nov. 7-21.


Plant the future: DNR State Forest Nursery is accepting orders for spring 2025 seedlings beginning Oct. 15

Published on October 14, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' State Forest Nursery will begin spring 2025 seedling sales on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m.


Field reports: What Minnesota deer hunters can expect this season

Published on October 14, 2024

More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 9.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 14

Published on October 14, 2024

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


Zebra mussels confirmed in Rice Lake in Hennepin County

Published on October 10, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Rice Lake, located partially in Maple Grove, Hennepin County.


Public invited to land celebration Oct. 11

Published on October 8, 2024

Celebration to be part of 12th annual Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener.


Minnesota DNR designates Keystone Woods as new wildlife management area

Published on October 8, 2024

Public comment period about the WMA opens in November.


DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 8

Published on October 8, 2024

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


Cook and Lake County Burning Restrictions Begin Friday, Oct. 4

Published on October 3, 2024

To help ensure public safety and protect natural resources, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is activating burning restrictions beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4 for Cook and Lake counties in northeast Minnesota.


Minnesota DNR to hold open house to discuss trail planning for Solana State Forest

Published on October 2, 2024

Meeting will be held in Aitkin.


Permits still available for Lake Bemidji State Park youth deer hunt Oct. 18-20

Published on September 30, 2024

Permits are available for the Oct. 18-20 youth hunt at Lake Bemidji State Park. This firearms hunt is open to youth ages 12 to 15.


Buckingham Creek stream restoration nears completion

Published on September 30, 2024

DNR and partners restore imperiled trout stream through Enger Park Golf Course in Duluth.


DNR invites public input for Roseau River WMA master plan update

Published on September 30, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in the Roseau River Wildlife Management Area to share their perspectives about future management at the WMA.


Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 30

Published on September 30, 2024

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

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