Minnesotans wishing to hunt elk have through Tuesday, July 7, to apply for one of 12 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “We’ve increased elk harvest opportunities this year based on higher elk counts from the …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals. Each year, the Minnesota DNR reviews existing fishing regulations, proposes new special regulations that apply to individual waters and asks …
After several months of intensive training, two new dog/handler teams have earned their detection certification and joined the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ K9 Unit. The two teams – Conservation Officer Matt Brodin and K9 Molly (Brainerd) and …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for the second round of its Field to Forest Cost Share Program through Dec. 1. Private landowners participating in the program can receive up to 75% reimbursement for tree planting …
Paddlers should portage on limited stretch of the North Branch Root River The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is advising caution when recreating on a stretch of the North Branch Root River in Fillmore County. This area is generally a beginner- …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources today launched the first phase of its modernized electronic licensing system for anglers, hunters and trappers, replacing a system that has served the state for more than 25 years. “The Minnesota DNR is …
June is Great Outdoors Month, making it an ideal time to get outside and explore Minnesota’s outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities. A perfect day to do so is Free Park Day on Saturday, June 13, which also coincides with National Get Outdoors Day. On …
Minnesotans with an all-terrain vehicle registered for private or agricultural use won’t need to pay the additional registration fee ($60 for three years) to ride the state’s public ATV trails June 13-14. Out-of-state riders can explore Minnesota’s ATV …
The Minnesota Department of Resources recently launched more than 60 new state water trail maps. In addition to offering the most-accurate navigation to help paddlers explore everywhere from the Red River in the northwest to the Root River in the southeast …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Little Boy Lake, near Longville in Cass County. A Cass County invasive species specialist contacted the DNR after a zebra mussel was found on a settlement …
June is Great Outdoors Month, a perfect time to highlight our abundant natural resources, celebrate Minnesota’s dedication to conservation, and get outdoors to enjoy the incredible recreation activities available here. In 2019, the U.S. Senate officially …
Each year in early June, Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is an opportunity for adults to share the fun of fishing with kids. “This is a great time of year to take kids fishing. The weather is usually pleasant, and the fish are often found close to shores …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will collect water samples from about 90 wells in Cook and Yellow Medicine counties this summer and fall to develop their official groundwater atlases. The process involves collecting a water sample from an …
Webinars on muskellunge fishing and the state’s muskie plan, surveying fish in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, sampling rare or threatened fish species, moose research, and changes in duck harvest are part of the summer lineup for the Minnesota …
Minnesota communities make significant investments in infrastructure projects related to roads, bridges, stormwater systems, housing, and disaster recovery. These types of projects rely on access to locally available sand, gravel, crushed stone, …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels and starry stonewort in Anna Lake, near Underwood in Otter Tail County. A lake property owner contacted the DNR after finding zebra mussels on a concrete block near …
To celebrate Minnesota’s most colorful season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing a fall color forecast, typical timing of color change, ways for Minnesotans to find where colors are at their peak each week, and autumn trip-planning …
It’s the time of year when leaves turn color, the air gets crisp, and hunters look forward to deer hunting opportunities as Minnesota’s archery deer season begins on Saturday, Sept. 13. “We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable archery season,” said Paul Burr …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting upland bird hunters to voluntarily log details about their hunts for grouse, woodcock, pheasants, prairie chickens and partridge. “We’re working with bird hunters to improve our understanding of …
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Roosevelt Lake, near Outing in Cass and Crow Wing counties, and Swan Lake, near Pengilly in Itasca County. A surveyor hired by the Roosevelt and Lawrence Area …
01 days 07:49:55
