Minnesota DNR updates invasive carp action plan

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has updated its plan to help prevent and manage invasive carp in the state for the next decade. 

Minnesota DNR announces Upper Sioux Agency State Park to permanently close

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced on Wednesday the Upper Sioux Agency State Park will close for good in February in order to transfer the land back to the tribal community.

82-year-old man dies after ATV falls through ice on Pike Bay

An 82-year-old man has died after the ATV he was driving broke through thin ice on Pike Bay in northern Minnesota Friday. 

Minnesota state parks are free these days in 2024

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is waiving entry fees for state parks on four different days in 2024. 

122 people rescued from ice floe on Upper Red Lake: Sheriff’s Office

The incident marks the fifth time in two weeks week authorities have been dispatched to rescue people on Upper Red Lake, despite the Minnesota DNR and Beltrami County Sheriff's Office repeatedly warning of thin ice conditions.

Minnesota’s dry conditions increasing wildfire potential for December

The risk of wildfires is likely to increase throughout the next week due to the lack of snow, unusually warm weather and dry conditions across Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warns. 

Minnesota shaped forest: How did it get there?

In northwest Minnesota there is a pine forest in the shape of Minnesota. How did it get there? 

Minneapolis cougar hit by vehicle
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After recent cougar sightings in Minneapolis, a cougar was hit by a vehicle this morning on a Minnesota highway.

Minnesota DNR to hold December deer hunt to battle chronic wasting disease

After the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed another chronic wasting disease (CWD) case in November, it is expanding its special deer hunt to help battle the spread of the disease. 

Minnesota hunter downs rare 'unicorn buck' while hunting in Granite Falls

A Madison, Minnesota man shot a rare "unicorn buck", a deer that has three antlers instead of two, the third coming out of the middle of its forehead. 

Free Parks Day across Minnesota
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Following Thanksgiving Minnesota state parks are free on Friday as part of the annual Free Parks Day.

Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana prep for wild pig invasion

An exploding population of hard-to-eradicate “super pigs” in Canada is threatening to spill south of the border, and northern states like Minnesota, North Dakota and Montana are taking steps to stop the invasion.

Minnesota DNR shares cold water safety tips
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The Minnesota DNR shares crucial tips to help you stay safe before venturing out on frozen and partially frozen lakes and rivers this winter.

Minnesota DNR's EagleCam is returning for the winter

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) popular EagleCam is returning this winter. 

Minnesota deer hunting: Fewer deer harvested in first 9 days

Minnesota's hunters have harvested fewer deer during the first nine days of the firearms deer season than last year.

MN DNR holding meeting on feral pigs, minks
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is wondering what to do about pigs and farmed mink that have been let loose. Hoping to gather perspective on the impacts on the environment and people's health, several Minnesota agencies are asking people to share their perspectives on state management in an online questionnaire. The Minnesota DNR will also host an online public meeting from 6:30-8 p.m. on Nov. 14.