Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Press Releases

• Published on November 10, 2024 - 19:04 GMT

  

  2024 Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener celebrates traditions and inspires new hunters (published November 9, 2024)

  To assist with your coverage of the deer season and the 2024 Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has photos, video and soundbites available in the Minnesota DNR Media Room. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minnesota …

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• Published on November 7, 2024 - 20:10 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Turtle River Lake in Beltrami County (published 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. A lake property owner contacted the DNR after finding several dozen zebra mussels on equipment …

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• Published on November 4, 2024 - 20:59 GMT

  

  Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 4 (published November 4, 2024)

  Deer harvest numbers available online People who are interested in deer harvest data can find current harvest data and past harvest reports on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ deer reports and statistics webpage. The page also features an …

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• Published on November 4, 2024 - 20:59 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Eagle Lake in Sherburne County (published 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. A dead zebra mussel was found at the Eagle Lake public water access in 2021, but no live specimens were …

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• Published on October 31, 2024 - 18:12 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Long Lake in Todd County (published 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. An angler contacted the DNR after finding a zebra mussel on aquatic plants in Long Lake. A DNR invasive …

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• Published on October 31, 2024 - 18:12 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in White Sand Lake in Crow Wing County (published 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. The White Sand Lake Association contacted the DNR after zebra mussels were found on a dock being removed from the …

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• Published on October 29, 2024 - 14:41 GMT

  

  Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 29 (published October 29, 2024)

  Hunters: Register your deer Hunters are required to register every deer they harvest before processing or removal of antlers, and within 48 hours after harvesting the animal. Hunters can register deer online, via phone or in person. Information from deer …

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• Published on October 29, 2024 - 14:41 GMT

  

  Father Hennepin State Park to reopen Friday, Nov. 1 (published 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. Park hours will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. While the park will reopen, the ranger station and campgrounds …

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• Published on October 24, 2024 - 20:37 GMT

  

  Open fire restrictions lifted in northeast Minnesota (published 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. Recent rain and improved humidity have reduced, although …

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• Published on October 24, 2024 - 17:46 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Bass Lake in Wright County (published October 24, 2024)

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Bass Lake, near Annandale in Wright County. Bass Lake residents contacted the DNR after finding zebra mussels attached to their docks. DNR invasive species …

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• Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:10 GMT

  

  Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 21 (published October 21, 2024)

  Know the difference between white-tailed deer and elk People sometimes report seeing elk in a wider geographical area outside of far northwestern Minnesota. Hunters need to make sure they know the difference in the field. The Minnesota Department of …

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• Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:10 GMT

  

  Minnesota DNR urges safety around cold water (published 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. Whether they’re hunting, fishing, or paddling, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offers this reminder to …

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• Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:10 GMT

  

  Know before you go for a safe and successful deer hunting season (published 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. “Know before you go so you can focus on having a great season,” said Barb Keller, …

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• Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:10 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Potato Lake in Hubbard County (published 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. A lake property owner contacted the DNR after a lake service provider found a zebra mussel on a boat lift they …

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• Published on October 21, 2024 - 16:10 GMT

  

  Zebra mussels confirmed in Clear Lake in Washington County (published 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. Rice Creek Watershed District staff contacted the DNR after a lake resident reported a zebra mussel on their …

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• Published on October 19, 2024 - 01:29 GMT

  

  DNR temporarily closing a portion of Chengwatana State Forest due to wildfire (published 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.  The DNR is temporarily closing …

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• Published on October 15, 2024 - 20:31 GMT

  

  Minnesota DNR announces annual public land sale (published October 15, 2024)

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will offer state lands in Aitkin, Cook, Itasca, and St. Louis counties during its annual public land sale Nov. 7-21. These rural and lakeshore properties may appeal to adjacent landowners or offer recreational …

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• Published on October 14, 2024 - 19:39 GMT

  

  Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 14 (published October 14, 2024)

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the fall program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series. In a webinar on Wednesday, Oct. 16, John Erb, DNR …

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• Published on October 14, 2024 - 19:39 GMT

  

  Field reports: What Minnesota deer hunters can expect this season (published October 14, 2024)

  More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 9. The season offers opportunities to spend time outdoors with friends and family, find adventure and put venison in the freezer. Deer hunting is the …

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• Published on October 14, 2024 - 19:39 GMT

  

  Plant the future: DNR State Forest Nursery is accepting orders for spring 2025 seedlings beginning Oct. 15 (published October 14, ...

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' State Forest Nursery will begin spring 2025 seedling sales on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 9:30 a.m. With around 5 million seedlings available, landowners can reforest their property, create wildlife habitat, plant …

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