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| Nov 6, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks public input on draft management plan amendments for forest health management work in several state parks, recreation areas | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comments on draft management plan amendments for 12 state parks and recreation areas. The comment period is open now through Dec. 11.
The draft amendments recognize the use of ... |
| Nov 4, 2026 | Minnesota DNR, partners celebrate 2026 Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener in Grand Rapids | This weekend, hundreds of thousands of deer hunters will head out to camps and stands across Minnesota for the opening weekend of firearms season. To celebrate this tradition, the DNR will join partners in Grand Rapids, Minn., for the annua... |
| Nov 2, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Nov. 2 | Deer harvest numbers available online
People who are interested in deer harvest data can find preliminary data for 2026 and final past year harvest information on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ deer reports and statistics we... |
| Nov 2, 2026 | Minnesota DNR encourages deer hunters to familiarize themselves with electronic license system features | As hunters prepare for the firearms deer season, which opens Saturday, Nov. 7, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing some tips for hunters who will be using the new electronic licensing system to buy licenses and validate... |
| Oct 27, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental documents for Hill Annex Historic Properties Removal, Scram Mining Project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments until Nov. 30 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposed scram mining project and associated removal of historic properties at the former Hill Annex Mine in It... |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks input on winter trout season in lakes | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is evaluating winter angling season dates for trout in lakes. Public input will help guide whether to maintain or modify the structure of the winter trout season.
The winter trout season in lake... |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Minnesota DNR celebrating National Forest Products Week | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is joining partners across the country in recognizing National Forest Products Week (Oct. 18-24), highlighting how healthy, well-managed forests provide renewable wood products and support local... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Spring planting planning starts now, order DNR tree seedlings starting Oct. 13 | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' State Forest Nursery will open spring 2027 seedling sales at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13. More than 3.5 million native, bareroot tree and shrub seedlings are available for Minnesota landown... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 12 | Two Minnesota deer hunting seasons are coming up Thursday, Oct. 15, through Sunday, Oct. 18 — the statewide youth deer season and, in select deer permit areas, the early antlerless-only season.
Youth deer season is for hunters ages 10-17 an... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks public comments on proposed OHV grant-in-aid trail for Becker County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comments on a proposed off-highway vehicle trail in Becker County submitted through the state’s grant-in-aid program. The OHV grant-in-aid program is a cost-share partnership... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | DNR reminds firearms deer hunters to prepare for chronic wasting disease sampling | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding deer hunters in southwest Minnesota that chronic wasting disease sampling will be required on the opening weekend of firearms deer season Saturday, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 8.
Manda... |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks public input on several fisheries rule proposals | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting preliminary public input on several proposals that would update fishing regulations in upcoming seasons.
“These proposed changes are intended to bring clarity to complex rules and st... |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Minnesota DNR decides not to implement three-duck limit option | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has completed its review of public input, biological data, and harvest information related to the proposed optional three‑duck bag limit and determined it will not be implementing the optional t... |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Statewide youth deer season is Oct. 15-18 | Minnesota offers a perfect opportunity for experienced deer hunters to share their knowledge and traditions with youth ages 10-17 during the statewide youth deer season.
The four-day season will take place statewide Thursday, Oct. 15, throu... |
| Oct 5, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Oct. 5 | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has chosen winners for the Minnesota pheasant and turkey stamp contests. Winners were selected for both contests on Oct. 1.
Farmington artist Heidi Haugen won the pheasant stamp contest with an ... |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Minnesota DNR, partners develop guide for raising golden shiners | An online guide aims to help Minnesota minnow producers increase golden shiner production to meet angler demand in the state.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources partnered with Minnesota Sea Grant, minnow producers and Central Lak... |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Head to Minnesota state parks and recreation areas for long MEA weekend | Each October, Minnesota children get a school break during the Minnesota Educator Academy. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages families to spend time outdoors during the MEA weekend, which is Oct. 15-18 this year.
For f... |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Traverse Lake in Traverse County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Traverse Lake, near Browns Valley in Traverse County.
A Traverse Lake property owner contacted the DNR after finding zebra mussels attached to equi... |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Sauer Lake in Becker County, Eleventh Crow Wing Lake in Hubbard County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Sauer Lake, near Detroit Lakes in Becker County, and Eleventh Crow Wing Lake, near Akeley in Hubbard County.
At Saurer Lake, a lake property owner ... |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Public invited to land celebration Oct. 9 in Rice County | The public is invited to attend the dedication of new public hunting land in Rice County at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, as part of the Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener.
The ceremony celebrates a 101-acre island added in 2025 to th... |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Take a scenic fall color drive through Minnesota’s state forests | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recommending three different state forest drives to view striking fall colors. Minnesota’s 60 state forests cover more than 4 million acres and offer some of the most varied and scenic fall c... |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Grants Available to Minnesota Livestock Owners for Prevention of Wolf Attacks | St. Paul, Minn: New funding is available to Minnesota livestock producers to help prevent wolf attacks. A total of $25,000 funded by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, will be awarded by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) through W... |
| Sep 29, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 29 | Minnesota upland bird hunters have two seasons to look forward to: fall turkey and pheasant.
Fall turkey hunting season, open Saturday, Oct. 3 through Sunday, Nov. 1, offers hunters a challenge and another way to experience the outdoors. Hu... |
| Sep 29, 2026 | DNR encourages deer hunters to buy licenses early | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking deer hunters to buy their deer licenses early this year.
“Buying that license early helps hunters avoid any last-minute delays and protect their hunting time,” said Paul Burr, DNR deer... |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Grants Available to Minnesota Livestock Owners for Prevention of Wolf Attacks | St. Paul, Minn: New funding is available to Minnesota livestock producers to help prevent wolf attacks. A total of $25,000 funded by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, will be awarded by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) through t... |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Public Lands Day highlights Minnesota’s natural spaces, those who care for them | Saturday, Sept. 26, is National Public Lands Day, the largest single-day volunteer event for public lands in the United States. It is also National Hunting and Fishing Day, which recognizes the contributions of hunters and anglers to wildli... |
| Sep 21, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 21 | Minnesota’s regular waterfowl season opens this Saturday
Minnesota’s regular waterfowl hunting season opens 30 minutes before sunrise on Saturday, Sept. 26.
Spring waterfowl counts were substantially higher than last year. The full report f... |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Minnesota DNR completes seed sowing via helicopter for remote reforestation | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has completed aerial seeding via helicopter to disperse jack pine, white pine, tamarack and black spruce seeds on DNR-managed forests. The flights are part of the DNR’s typical reforestation wor... |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Northfield readies for 2026 Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener | Northfield’s natural beauty, outdoor recreation opportunities, and vibrant businesses and nonprofits will be highlighted during the Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener Friday, Oct. 9 and Saturday, Oct. 10.
In addition to pheasant h... |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Prioritize safety as archery deer, small-game hunting seasons kick off | With archery deer and small-game hunting seasons set to begin Saturday, Sept. 19, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages all hunters to prioritize their safety and that of others in the field.
Each year, hunters are injure... |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Add your voice to the conservation conversation by joining a Minnesota DNR advisory group | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting new members to serve on several key advisory groups related to natural resource management. The DNR has a long and proud tradition of working closely with advisory groups as we man... |
| Sep 15, 2026 | New state parks license plate contest accepting design entries Sept. 15-Oct. 31 | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds Minnesotans that, starting today, they may begin submitting their designs for the next state parks and trails license plate. Entries will be accepted online from Sept. 15 through Oct. 31... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Minnesota archery hunters set to begin season this weekend | It’s an exciting time of the year for archery deer hunters as they look forward to Minnesota’s archery deer season that runs from Saturday, Sept. 19 through Thursday, Dec. 31.
“Archery hunters benefit from having a long season to get out in... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Minnesota DNR invites deer hunters to share wildlife observations | With archery deer season just around the corner on Saturday, Sept. 19, now is an ideal time for hunters to familiarize themselves with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ online log for deer and other wildlife sightings.
“We will... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Sept. 14 | Getting youth outdoors in pursuit of squirrels, rabbits and other small game is the focus of Take a Kid Hunting Weekend. On Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20, adult Minnesota residents accompanied by a youth younger than age 16 may hu... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Aquatic invasive species confirmed in Six Mile Lake in Cass County, Little Wolf Lake in Cass and Hubbard counties | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of starry stonewort and zebra mussels in Six Mile Lake, near Bena, in Cass County and zebra mussels in Little Wolf Lake, near the town of Cass Lake, in Cass and Hubbar... |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Hubbard, Schultz, Wheeler lakes near Atwater to be drawn down | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, in coordination with the Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District and other partners, will begin a planned drawdown this fall of Hubbard, Schultz and Wheeler lakes in western Kandiyohi County ... |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Calhoun Lake Public Water Access closed during bridge improvement project | The bridge leading to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Calhoun Lake Public Water Access in Kandiyohi County will be closed starting Sept. 15 for improvements.
The project, funded by Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation E... |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Celebrate autumn in Minnesota with DNR’s 2026 foliage predictions, Fall Color Finder map, weekly newsletter and more | Shorter days and cooler night air mean that fall color will soon arrive in Minnesota. To kick off this colorful season, this week the Minnesota Department of Resources launches its celebration of all things autumn with its 2026 color foreca... |
| Sep 1, 2026 | DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for Twig Area Trail Riders ATV Trail System | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments through Oct. 1 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for an all-terrain vehicle project that would include approximately 510 miles of roadway and natural surface trail a... |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Banning State Park campground to close for shower building construction project after Labor Day | Starting Tuesday, Sept. 8, Banning State Park’s campground will close for a construction project to replace the park’s shower building.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources anticipates that the campground, which includes 33 sites a... |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Minnesota DNR encourages residents to water residential trees during dry summer weather | Minnesota’s summer heat and unpredictable rainfall are creating drought conditions across much of the state, which can stress neighborhood trees. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages homeowners, residents and community t... |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Talk with experts Sept. 11 on Dune Discovery and Stewardship Day in Duluth | Talk with scientists and land stewards, enjoy guided dune walks and learn simple, local actions that help protect coastal dunes during Dune Discovery and Stewardship Day, Friday, Sept. 11 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Lafayette Park Community ... |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Minnesota DNR extending comment period on environmental review documents for the Mile Post 7 west ridge railroad relocation, dam progressions and stream mitigation project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is extending the comment period to Sept. 28 for an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Mile Post 7 project, located in Lake County.
Northshore Mining Company proposes relo... |
| Aug 24, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 24 | Antlerless deer lottery deadline is Sept. 10
Firearm and muzzleloader hunters who want to harvest antlerless deer in a deer permit area that is designated as antlerless permit lottery must purchase their license by Thursday, Sept. 10. Hunte... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Connect with the outdoors at the Minnesota DNR’s 2026 State Fair exhibits, presentations | Through popular annual attractions, exhibits, activities and presentations, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ building and surrounding grounds at the Minnesota State Fair (Aug. 27 to Sept. 7) provide a unique opportunity for fa... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Celebrate the end of summer at Minnesota state parks and recreation areas this Labor Day weekend | Whether people are looking for a day trip or a full weekend, Minnesota state parks and trails have something everyone can enjoy this Labor Day weekend.
“For those looking to savor the last bit of Minnesota summer, state parks and trails hav... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Glow in the dark while hiking at Flandrau State Park | Ready to explore Flandrau State Park in a new light? The public is invited to join the annual glow hike event, starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5.
“This is a fun, family friendly night adventure on the trails,” said Natalie Brinson,... |
| Aug 20, 2026 | DNR schedules August, September online auctions for confiscated fishing, hunting equipment | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has scheduled two public auctions for confiscated fishing, hunting and trapping equipment. The auctions, which will be held online Aug. 31 and Sept. 28, include equipment that was confiscated fo... |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Hunters urged not to shoot ear-tagged, radio-collared research bears | The Minnesota bear hunting season opens Tuesday, Sept. 1, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters to avoid shooting marked research bears. These bears have large, colorful ear tags and wear radio collars.
Researc... |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting feedback on Lake Shaokatan Vegetation Management Plan | Residents and visitors of Lake Shaokatan (also known as Shaokotan Lake) in Lincoln County are encouraged to provide their feedback on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Vegetation Management Plan for the lake. Feedback will be a... |
| Aug 17, 2026 | 33 Minnesota communities receive grants to plant thousands of trees | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has awarded nearly $5 million in Community Tree Planting Grants to 33 communities across the state. Funded by the Minnesota State Legislature, the grant increases urban forest diversity by remov... |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting comments on trout stream and lake designations | Under a proposal from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, some streams and lakes with the cold, clear water needed to support trout populations would be newly designated as trout streams and stream trout lakes, affording them a h... |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Minnesota DNR hosts open house at the Hubbel Pond WMA | Get out and explore the woods, prairies and wetlands at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ open house event Saturday, Aug. 29 at Hubbel Pond Wildlife Management Area in Becker County.
The Minnesota DNR is celebrating 75 years of... |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in LaRue Mine Pit in Itasca County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in the LaRue Mine Pit, near Nashwauk, in Itasca County.
A survey crew with the Itasca County Soil and Water Conservation District aquatic invasive spe... |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Kabekona Lake in Hubbard County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Kabekona Lake, near Benedict, in Hubbard County.
The Kabekona Lake Board contacted the DNR when zebra mussels were found on a rock on a Kabekona La... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Walk-In Access Program awarded $2.1M; lands open Sept. 1 | The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program recently awarded $2.1 million dollars to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Walk-In Access Program ... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Belle Plaine public water access to close for improvements | The Minnesota River Public Water Access just north of Belle Plaine will be closed, starting Aug. 17, as the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources makes improvements to the site.
The primary purpose of the project is to modernize and reh... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Minnesota DNR completes road improvement project in Finland State Forest | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has completed a project to install three new arch culverts over water crossings along the Stoney River Grade State Forest Road in Finland State Forest. The road is now open to the public.
The ef... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Shamineau Lake in Morrison County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Shamineau Lake, near Motley, in Morrison County.
After the DNR received a report of a zebra mussel found by an angler on Shamineau Lake, DNR invasi... |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Minnesota DNR offers chance to learn about prairie management at local WMAs | Anyone can learn about prairie ecology, restoration and management with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources staff at a Tuesday, Aug. 18 event touring both Long Lake and Shetek Inlet wildlife management areas in Lyon and Murray countie... |
| Aug 4, 2026 | CWD confirmed in a wild deer near Stillwater | A deer near Stillwater has been confirmed positive for chronic wasting disease.
The female deer was reported to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources by a landowner who observed it for several days and noted it was unafraid of peopl... |
| Aug 3, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, Aug. 3 | Minneapolis artist Melissa Mickelson has won the Minnesota 2027 trout and salmon stamp contest with an acrylic painting of a lake trout, and Virginia artist John Barnard is the winner of the 2027 walleye stamp contest with an oil painting o... |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Minnesota DNR invites conversation about wildlife | Everyone interested in wildlife is invited to chat with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ wildlife managers in DNR offices across the state, or by phone, on Thursday, Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
“People have a lot to talk... |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Longtime shooting sports advocate is DNR’s 2025 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Grand Rapids resident Kraig Kiger the 2025 volunteer firearms safety instructor of the year.
Kiger has been a certified firearms safety instructor since 2003, helping more than 2,000 a... |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Lake levels impacted by persistent drought | With lower-than-normal rainfall and higher-than-normal temperatures in the last few weeks, persistent drought and lower lake levels have become common across a large portion of the state.
Much of north-central Minnesota is experiencing stor... |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Minnesota DNR receives notice of proposed changes to NorthMet Project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources received notice from NewRange Copper Nickel LLC of proposed changes to its NorthMet Project, a planned mine and associated processing facility located about six miles north of Hoyt Lakes in St. ... |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Minnesota DNR launches new online tools for updated State Wildlife Action Plan | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has launched new web resources for “Minnesota’s Wildlife Action Plan 2025–2035: Conserving Habitats and Biodiversity.” The plan guides, facilitates and inspires conservation actions for a divers... |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for the Mile Post 7 west ridge railroad relocation, dam progressions and stream mitigation project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Mile Post 7 project, located in Lake County.
Northshore Mining Company proposes ... |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project, located in Carlton County.
The Minnesot... |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks public input on Leech Lake Fisheries Management Plan | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in Leech Lake fisheries management to share their thoughts on a draft update of the fisheries management plan for the lake.
The Minnesota DNR last updated the Leech Lak... |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Minnesota hunting regulations available for 2026 seasons | Hunters can now review a variety of significant updates made in the 2026 Minnesota hunting and trapping regulations. Hunting and trapping licenses will be available to purchase starting Saturday, Aug. 1.
“We’re excited about fall being arou... |
| Jul 24, 2026 | Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat | With hot summer weather creating stressful conditions for fish in lakes, rivers and streams across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing what people can do if they see a fish mortality event — and how they can ... |
| Jul 19, 2026 | Enhanced burning restrictions to begin Monday due to worsening fire conditions | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will activate Class IV burning restrictions beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20, for Cook, Koochiching, Lake and northern St. Louis counties, and also including the portions of the George Wash... |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Minnesota DNR announces state park license plate design contest | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting Minnesotans to help in creating the next Minnesota state parks license plate. The theme for this plate is the North Shore and the Lake Superior agate. The North Shore refers to the w... |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks comments on scope of Environmental Impact Statement for proposed Tamarack Mining Project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comments on the scoping documents for a state Environmental Impact Statement for the Tamarack Mining Project.
The EIS will describe project details, identify environmental impa... |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Manuel Mine Lake, Perch Lake in Crow Wing County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Manuel Mine Lake, near Crosby, and Perch Lake, near Baxter, both in Crow Wing County.
A lake user contacted the DNR after finding suspected zebra m... |
| Jul 9, 2026 | Minnesota DNR lowering Lake Henry in Le Sueur County for habitat improvements | In support of wildlife while improving habitat quality, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is lowering water levels at Lake Henry in Le Sueur County.
Lake Henry is a 360-acre shallow lake, south of Cleveland. Because of its impor... |
| Jul 9, 2026 | Starry stonewort confirmed in Spider Lake in Hubbard County | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the invasive algae, starry stonewort, in Spider Lake, near Nevis, in Hubbard County.
A contractor conducting early detection surveys contacted the DNR after finding... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Ruffed grouse in declining phase of population cycle | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ latest ruffed grouse counts found Minnesota’s spring 2026 population declined from its peak in 2024. Ruffed grouse drums per stop were 1.7 statewide, which is down slightly from last year. Drum... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Learn from biologists, naturalists as they document wild species at Purrington Prairie near Windom | Become a community scientist for a day by observing biologists and naturalists as they document species diversity at an upcoming BioBlitz in Cottonwood County.
The event is Saturday, July 18 at the Purrington Prairie Scientific and Natural ... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | 10-year fish monitoring report rates the health of Minnesota’s lakes | Every lake tells a story through its fish. The mix of species and their abundance can reveal the health of a lake and how the lake changes over time.
A new report from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with the M... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Minnesota state parks, trails and forest recreation areas impacted by flooding in southeast Minnesota | Due to significant rainfall in recent days, several state parks and trails in the southeast part of Minnesota have been impacted by flooding, making some closures necessary. The most impacted locations are Beaver Creek Valley State Park, Fo... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | Minnesota DNR urges boaters to own their wake and keep in mind how activities affect others, the environment | As the summer boating season enters its peak with the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds boat operators who create a wake to be mindful of the potential risks to other water users ... |
| Jul 2, 2026 | DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 2 | Minnesotans are encouraged to report sightings of ring-necked pheasants and wild turkeys to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources as part of a community science effort.
People are asked to report pheasants and turkeys they see in th... |
| Jul 1, 2026 | 3M PFAS settlement project awards announced | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency have selected 26 proposals to receive a total of $20 million in awards for habitat restoration and outdoor recreation projects in the Twin Cities east metr... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental documents for Skandia WMA restoration project | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments until July 29 on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposal to restore a channelized stream and create and restore wetland habitat within the Skandia Wildlife Man... |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Minnesota DNR encourages boaters to be courteous, remember waterways are shared resources | Waterways likely will be extremely busy in the days around and including the Fourth of July, as people across Minnesota enjoy getting out in their motorized and non-motorized watercraft. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds... |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Check for invasive species before buying or selling docks, lifts, boats or other water equipment | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds people to check boats and trailers, docks and boat lifts, and all other water-related equipment for aquatic invasive species, especially when buying or selling used equipment.
“Although ... |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Minnesota DNR seeks input on proposed special fishing regulations | 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 ... |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Record rundown: Anglers catch state record fish | The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified nine new state record fish this spring.
Of the nine records certified so far this spring, two have been in the weight category, which requires the angler to harvest the fish and ha... |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Application period is open for license to hunt elk in Minnesota | 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 c... |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Minnesota state parks and trails’ Junior Ranger program expands with new activity book for kids 9 and up | A new Junior Ranger activity book aimed at ages 9 and up is now available at Minnesota state parks and recreation areas.
With activities designed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ state park naturalists, the new “Junior Rang... |
| Jun 11, 2026 | Landowners can apply for second round of Minnesota DNR reforestation funding | 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 t... |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Minnesota DNR launches new, transformative electronic licensing system | 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 Minnesot... |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Minnesota DNR issues safety advisory for a corridor of the North Branch Root River | 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 general... |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Zebra mussels confirmed in Little Boy Lake in Cass County | 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 set... |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Celebrate Great Outdoors Month, National Get Outdoors Day, and Free Park Day in Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on June 13 | 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 ... |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Minnesota DNR launches new state water trail maps, recommended paddling sections | 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 ... |