The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced the award of $3.6 million in 35 grants through the Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) grant program.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota Deer Hunters Association (MDHA) and Turn In Poachers (TIP) are asking hunters to share stories of exemplary hunting behavior by nominating hunters for the 18th Annual Minnesota Deer Hunter Ethics Award.
Controversy has long raged about the relative quality and taste of venison and beef as gourmet foods. Some people say venison is tough, with a strong "wild" taste, others insist venison's flavor is delicate.
Turkey hunters have more time this year than they have traditionally had in the past to apply for this spring's hunt, either electronically or by telephone. The deadline to apply for the 2011 spring season has been extended by about two weeks.
Furbearers (all species) may be registered between noon and 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Dec. 7, with bobcat and otter-only registration between 3 and 6 p.m., on January 11.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warns ice anglers, snowmobilers, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts to use caution when going onto any lake covered or partially covered with ice, especially those that feature aeration systems.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has finalized a five-year management plan that aims to sustain Leech Lake as one of Minnesota's top fishing destinations.
Two new tactics to add more ducks to Minnesota's skies were the focus of a signing ceremony Tuesday, Dec. 14, attended by leaders of Ducks Unlimited, the Minnesota Waterfowl Association and other conservation organizations.
The Chippewa National Forest will welcome a new Forest Supervisor by February 2011. Darla Lenz will become the 19th Forest Supervisor of the Chippewa National Forest since its establishment in1908. Lenz replaces Rob Harper, who transferred to the Forest Service Washington DC office in August 2010.
The Chippewa National Forest has named the new Deer River District Ranger. Jason Kuiken begins his new job on the Deer River Ranger District on February 13, 2011.
Yes, I really am an old softy, especially at Christmas time. The boys are grown and they have their families, so they need to make their own Christmas traditions on Christmas day. When the boys were young, they would get up early and see what Santa left in their stockings …
At this time of year there is always a tension between our hope for snow, and our desire for snow-less, cold weather. Snowmobilers and skiers are eager for the white stuff, to make those pastimes possible. Ice fishermen, on the other hand, want - actually need - enough cold weather …
Hunters who want to get in the field early for the 2010 spring turkey hunt must apply by Friday, Jan. 14, wherever hunting and fishing licenses are sold.
A veteran natural resource professional has been promoted to deputy commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by new DNR Commissioner Tom Landwehr.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for people who would like to pass on to others their passion for hunting by serving as volunteer instructor/mentors for the DNR's Firearms Safety Hunter Education Program.
