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‘Incredibly Unique Habitat’ Featured In MN’s Newest Natural Area

Explore the beauty and biodiversity of the newly established Icelandite Coastal Fen SNA near Grand Marais. Continue reading…

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Free State Park Access for Some Communities in Minnesota

The State of Minnesota is trying to make it easier for more residents to enjoy state parks through a new library program. Continue reading…

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Minnesota Fall Turkey Hunting Season Begins This Weekend

Minnesota's fall turkey hunting season gets underway on Saturday Continue reading…

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Minnesota Pheasant Numbers Similar to 2023 Ahead of Opener

Minnesota's pheasant season opens on Saturday and hunters should have an equal chance to bag birds as last year. Continue reading…

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Annual Youth Deer Hunt Scheduled for MEA Weekend

Once again, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is holding a statewide youth deer hunt next week. Continue reading…

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Winter Walleye Bag Limits Set for Mille Lacs and Upper Red Lake

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has announced the winter walleye bag limits for Mille Lacs Lake and Upper Red Lake. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Launches Second EagleCam

Exciting news for Minnesota DNR EagleCam lovers. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Opens 2025 Roundtable Registration

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has opened the registration window for its annual Roundtable discussion. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Releases Video of Second EagleCam Installation

The Minnesota DNR has launched a video highlighting the installation of a second EagleCam. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Seeking Comments on Off-Road Trail Systems

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for off-road enthusiasts who want to comment on the master plans for the state's trail system. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Seeking Summer Interns

College students looking for a summer job have an opportunity to get college credit while getting paid. Continue reading…

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Minnesotans Can Earn Cash for Gathering Pine Cones

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is paying residents to gather up cones from two kinds of trees from around the state. Continue reading…

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Minnesota’s First Free Park Day Approaching

Minnesota's first Free Park Day is Monday, January 20th. Continue reading…

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Take a Kid Fishing Weekend January 18-20

Minnesota's Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is this weekend. Continue reading…

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Despite Little Snow Statewide, MN DNR Urging Snowmobile Safety

Even though there is a lack of snow across most of Minnesota, the Minnesota DNR is reminding snowmobilers to take precautions. Continue reading…

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Time For Another ‘Take A Kid Fishing Weekend’ In Minnesota

It's the first one of 2025. Here are details along with ice safety guidelines to keep in mind all winter. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Reporting Strong 2024 Deer Harvest

It was a successful deer harvest last season, thanks in part to a record-warm winter in 2023-2024. Continue reading…

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Chronic Wasting Disease Confirmed In 2 New Minnesota Permit Areas

Concerning news because it shows new areas of the disease in areas where it hadn't been previously detected. Continue reading…

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DNR Asks Minnesotans to Support Wildlife When Filing Taxes

The Department of Natural Resources is reminding Minnesotans of the Nongame Wildlife Fund Tax Checkoff program. Continue reading…

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Duluth-Based Officer Is Now 2024 Minnesota Conservation Officer Of The Year

The honor was awarded at the DNR's annual award celebration. Four other officers also received special recognition. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Reminding Anglers of Fish House Removal Deadlines

The deadline is approaching to remove fish houses from lakes in the southern two-thirds of the state. Continue reading…

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New Angling Limits Added On Several Species Of Fish In Minnesota

New limits on several species of fish, as well as additional regulations, will be in effect on March 1. Continue reading…

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You Can Now Learn How To Make Maple Syrup At Minnesota Parks

There are several free programs coming up at various state parks, some of which do require you to register in advance. Continue reading…

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Red Flag Warnings Now Issued In 27 Minnesota Counties

Residents should not burn in those counties and permits will not be issued or activated. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Dramatically Reducing Perch Bag Limit on Mille Lacs

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Ojibwe Tribes are lowering the yellow perch daily and bag limit on Mille Lacs Lake. Continue reading…

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New Possession Limit In Place On Minnesota’s Second-Largest Lake

The daily and possession limit on one species of fish has been drastically reduced, effective immediately. Continue reading…

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Mille Lacs Walleye Bag Limit Set for 2025 Open Water Season

The Minnesota DNR and the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe have set the open water bag limits for walleye on Lake Mille Lacs. Continue reading…

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DNR Issuing Burning Restrictions Across Central Minnesota

A dry start to spring has the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources issuing burning restrictions in central Minnesota. Continue reading…

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DNR Survey: Minnesota Moose Population Stable

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 2025 moose survey shows the state's population remains stable. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Announces Walleye Bag Limit on Upper Red Lake

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has set the walleye bag limit for Upper Red Lake this summer. Continue reading…

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New Walleye Regulations Begin Soon On Popular Minnesota Lake

The open-water season starts May 10, and there's good news for anglers on Upper Red Lake. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Adding More Counties to Burning Restrictions List

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has expanded the open burning restrictions in the state. Continue reading…

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Minnesota DNR Announces Next “Free Park Day”

Minnesota's next Free Park Day is Saturday, April 26th. Continue reading…

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New Public Water Access On St. Croix River Now Open In Minnesota

The new St. Croix Crossing PWA features 35 parking/trailer spots, a double boat launch, and more. Continue reading…

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The Surprising Number Of People Killed By Bears In Minnesota

Reported conflicts between people and black bears can be scary, and they have been on the rise. Continue reading…

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