Schools and nonprofit organizations interested in introducing students to archery can apply for a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources program that pays for some of the cost of archery equipment. Through the program, teachers can also receive training on how to teach archery in their schools to students in grades 4-12, using curriculum designed by the National Archery in the... READ MORE >
As more anglers prepare for ice fishing, the DNR sometimes receives questions about ice shelter licenses. Minnesota fishing regulations recognize two types of shelters: portable and non-portable. A portable shelter is one that collapses, folds or is disassembled for transportation. Portable shelters only need licenses and identification when left unattended, which is defined as all occupants being more than 200... READ MORE >
The Department of Natural Resources has received a project proposal from Twin Metals Minnesota (TMM) for a new mining project in Lake County in northeastern Minnesota. TMM’s proposed project would involve construction of an underground mining operation, processing facility, and dry stack tailings facility. Per the Minnesota Environmental Policy Act, the TMM proposal requires preparation of an environmental impact statement... READ MORE >
Applications for new wolf plan advisory committee due Dec. 20 The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is updating the state’s wolf management plan and is looking to the public for input. To that end, the agency is creating a new wolf plan advisory committee to help inform the update to the management plan. Applications are now open for the committee,... READ MORE >
Trappers are reminded that season dates have changed for several species. The fisher and marten season is open Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, through Sunday Dec. 29, 2019, and fur registration will be Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019. The bobcat season is open from Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, through Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, and fur registration will be Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020.... READ MORE >
As cold temperatures continue to make ice on Minnesota lakes, ice anglers and spearers gearing up for winter fishing action are reminded that northern pike zone regulations apply. The zone regulations went into effect in May 2018 and created three distinct zones in the north central, northeastern and southern parts of the state. The northern pike regulations apply to inland... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is hosting its third annual Veteran Employment Information Event on Thursday, Jan. 9 in St. Paul. Space is limited and pre-registration is required to attend the free event. Veterans can register for a time slot between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. by going to tinyurl.com/dnrvets2020. Many veterans want to work in a natural resources... READ MORE >
As excited as they are about the holiday season, many kids are equally curious when it comes to the ice. Talking with children about ice safety now will help them stay safe during this festive time. “We want families to get out on the ice and have a good time when conditions allow— but we also want parents to make... READ MORE >
Unseasonably cold weather means ice making has begun on many lakes across the state, but Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers advise people to stay off of the still-forming ice. That’s because ice thickness is highly variable and subject to the whims of Mother Nature. Emergency responders already have responded to incidents where anglers have fallen through thin ice... READ MORE >
The Department of Natural Resources asks Minnesotans to carefully consider the situation before reporting trumpeter swans or other waterfowl that appear to be trapped in ice or rapidly freezing water. While they may initially appear to be distressed, they most often are not. It is easy to mistake unusual animal behaviors for an animal in distress. Stop and closely observe... READ MORE >
