Starting February 2, the First and Second Thrift Store will accept donations on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Call 218-387-1826 to schedule a time to donate your objects. Items donated must be clean and in working order. Please, do not donate torn clothing, dirty clothing or broken appliances. First and Second Thrift cannot accept furniture, records, used... READ MORE >
Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local officials, and to support the nation’s effort to stop the spread of COVID- 19, NPS personnel and researchers will not be conducting research on Isle Royale this winter. Researchers from Michigan Technological University, State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry, University... READ MORE >
Minnesotans interested in deer populations in certain areas of the state can take an active role in shaping deer population goals during an open public input process starting Monday, February 8. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources sets deer population goals — how much of an increase or decrease is desired in a deer population in a particular deer permit... READ MORE >
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Sarah Strommen today unveiled the design of Minnesota’s newest critical habitat license plate, featuring native pollinators including a bee and butterflies. The new license plate is available now online and at deputy registrar and driver’s license offices statewide. “Many Minnesotans share a commitment to maintaining healthy populations of bees, butterflies and other native pollinators,”... READ MORE >
“You’re perfectly average.” If you were told that, would it be an insult? For most Americans, being called average is the same as being called mediocre, ordinary, tolerable, or boring, and in today’s world, those are a disgrace. For instance, consider these statistics: A study of college students that ran from 1989—2017 revealed during that time there was a 30... READ MORE >
Anglers can look forward to positive results from fish stocking that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conducted in 2020, despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. While the vast majority of fish in Minnesota waters are the result of natural reproduction in healthy habitats, stocking can provide angling opportunities where they might not otherwise exist. “This ended up being... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public input as it updates the state’s waterfowl hunting regulations. As a first step, the DNR is asking people to comment on potential changes that could alter seasons and create additional opportunities to hunt waterfowl. A summary of these potential changes and a questionnaire that seeks input is available on the DNR’s... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public input on 2020 deer populations and observations using an online survey. The survey includes questions about experiences hunters had during the deer-hunting season; issues related to damage deer might do to crops, landscaping or gardens; and other deer-related issues. This year the DNR will also ask for input on several proposed... READ MORE >
Ice skaters of all ages will be happy to note that the rink at Birch Grove community center is open and ready for skaters. The outdoor rink is open and lit daily from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Skates can be borrowed and returned to the shelf in the warming house when you are done with them. A donation box... READ MORE >
This month, Sally Berg and Gine Meisner, University of Minnesota Extension Cook County Master Gardeners, will conduct two gardening workshops through Zoom on Tuesday evenings. The workshops are on January 12 and January 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The first workshop will focus on the considerations to make when planting a vegetable garden, including what supplies you need... READ MORE >
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