The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Ann Lake, near Orrock in Sherburne County. Following up on an earlier unconfirmed report of zebra mussels in Ann Lake, the Sherburne County Soil and Water …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will partially draw down the water level of Lake Bronson, in Kittson County, Minnesota, beginning the week of Sept. 16. The partial drawdown, which will reduce the lake level by 4 feet, is necessary to allow …
Feedback on updated versions of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ duck and pheasant action plans is being accepted through Friday, Oct. 11. “DNR technical experts, with input from conservation and tribal partners, have been working since …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites those interested in non-motorized and motorized use of recreational trail systems in the Cloquet Valley State Forest and Riverlands State Forest in St. Louis County to attend an open house on Tuesday, …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is announcing $1 million in competitive grants to improve urban and community trees statewide, thanks to U.S. Forest Service’s Inflation Reduction Act funding. The Centering Communities in Canopy Solutions …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting upland bird hunters to voluntarily log details about their hunts. “We’re excited about working with bird hunters to improve our understanding of what they’re seeing in the field,” said Nate Huck, …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters of a variety of deer hunting related changes in effect for the upcoming seasons in northeast Minnesota. City of Grand Rapids special hunt The annual city of Grand Rapids special deer hunt …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Toad Lake, near Osage in Becker County. A Becker County aquatic invasive species specialist contacted the DNR after finding zebra mussels attached to pontoons that …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Rush Lake, near the town of Crosslake in Crow Wing County. Rush Lake is part of the Lower Whitefish Chain of Lakes. Starry stonewort had not …
Minnesota DNR reminds archery hunters about CWD testing options Minnesota’s archery deer season opens Saturday, Sept. 14, and hunters should check the chronic wasting disease requirements and available sampling options for the deer permit areas where they …
To celebrate Minnesota’s most colorful season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources shares a fall color forecast, typical timing of peak colors, ways for Minnesotans to find where colors are at their peak each week, and autumn trip-planning tips. …
With archery deer season just around the corner on Sept. 14, now is an ideal time for hunters to start using the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ online log for deer and other wildlife sightings. “We’re asking deer hunters to share their …
The number of small game hunters in Minnesota in 2023 increased slightly from 2022 and was 5% below the 10-year average. Overall, 230,283 small game licenses were sold for the 2023-24 hunting seasons, compared to the 10-year average of 242,688 small game …
Pheasant numbers in the 2024 Minnesota August Roadside Survey were similar to 2023 and 19% above the 10-year average, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “The stability in pheasant numbers across the state and most regions is …
Minnesota’s Lake Superior Coastal Program is accepting project funding applications, as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources program celebrates 25 years. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 17. Projects that positively impact the natural, …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Marion Lake, near Richville in Otter Tail County. A lake user contacted the DNR after finding an adult zebra mussel attached to a native mussel in Marion Lake. A …
Winner chosen for waterfowl stamp contest Mankato artist Kurt Kegler won the Minnesota waterfowl stamp contest with an acrylic painting of a cackling goose, a species that looks like a smaller version of a Canada goose. Michael Sieve of Rushford earned …
Youth who want to hunt in Minnesota have several opportunities to go hunting in the fall in addition to regular hunting seasons. “These hunting opportunities are designed for youth to have positive hunting experiences and get dedicated time to learn …
Minnesota’s archery deer season opens Saturday, Sept. 14, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has online tools and area wildlife staff ready to support hunters as they prepare for the season. “We’re looking forward to deer season and want …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reviewing the experimental fishing regulations for channel catfish on the Sauk River chain of lakes as well as Long, North Brown’s, Eden and Mud lakes. An experimental regulation that increased the …
