Youth waterfowl weekend is Sept. 9-10 During the youth waterfowl hunt Sept. 9-10, youth hunters will have a special opportunity to learn how to hunt waterfowl with an adult who is not hunting. During the two-day hunt, waterfowl hunters 17 and younger, when …
With summer waning, fall outdoor activities are around the corner. Anyone who wants to experience the outdoors in a new way can boost their fishing, hunting, habitat and outdoors know-how with webinars from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “ …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas on Saturday, Sept. 9. This “Free Park Day” is one of four days each year on which the Minnesota DNR waives the requirement for a vehicle …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Moon Lake, near Brandon in Douglas County. Minnesota DNR Parks and Trails Division staff found adult and juvenile zebra mussels on a settlement sampler on the dock …
Reminder: Deer lottery application deadline is Sept. 7 The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds firearm and muzzleloader hunters who want to harvest antlerless deer in a deer permit area designated as antlerless permit lottery this hunting …
With splashes and dashes, thousands of tiny brook trout swam free in several southeast Minnesota streams this August, representing a major milestone in a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources effort to restore a unique, native strain of brook trout. “ …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Clearwater Lake, near Annandale in Wright County. An aquatic vegetation survey company discovered starry stonewort across 1.8 acres of a …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting new members to serve on key advisory groups related to Minnesota’s natural heritage, aquatic invasive species, outdoor recreation, and Lake Superior Coastal Program. Interested people can learn …
With archery deer season coming up, 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 observations of wildlife to help …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will collect water samples from about 180 wells in St. Louis County for use in the development of a Groundwater Atlas of St. Louis County. Selected well owners will be contacted by mail or phone to request …
Meandering through the Minnesota State Fair for many visitors means stopping by the fish pond at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources building and grounds, where visitors can see about 40 fish species up close. This year, lesser-known fish are …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae starry stonewort in Long Lake, near Park Rapids in Hubbard County. An aquatic vegetation survey company hired by the Long Lake Association discovered starry …
Minnesota waterfowl hunters taking part in early teal hunting season in September need to be aware of and cautious of wild rice harvesters, because wild rice is ripening at the same time as this waterfowl hunting season. Minnesota’s experimental early teal …
Walk-In Access lands open Sept. 1 Beginning Friday, Sept. 1, hunters can access 29,000 acres of private land across 41 counties in western and south-central Minnesota through the Walk-In Access program, which pays landowners to allow public hunting on …
The Minnesota bear hunting season opens Friday, Sept. 1, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is once again asking hunters to avoid shooting marked research bears. These bears are marked with distinctively large, colorful ear tags and wear …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ building and surrounding grounds at the Minnesota State Fair (which runs from Aug. 24 to Sept. 4) will feature new musicians, presentations and activities in addition to popular attractions from previous years …
Sixteen people who trained for months to become Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers took a step to achieving their goal earlier this week when they graduated from the 22nd Conservation Officer Academy. With 16 weeks at the …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will hold an open house on Thursday, Sept. 7, to collect public comments and share information about a proposed northern pike regulation change for the Gull Lake chain, including Gull Lake and connected Upper …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting letters of intent for projects seeking funding through its Lake Superior Coastal Program. Letters of intent are due by 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15. Projects that positively impact the natural, …
A public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 22, to discuss management options, gather public input and review a plan for habitat enhancement on Silver Lake in Sibley County. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources fish and wildlife managers earlier …
