If "absence makes the heart grow fonder," then that may be one of the best reasons why anglers like me consider mid-April's statewide opening of stream trout fishing an important event. That season has been closed since September 30th of last year, among the longest of closed seasons. The event …
If "absence makes the heart grow fonder," then that may be one of the best reasons why anglers like me consider mid-April's statewide opening of stream trout fishing an important event. That season has been closed since September 30th of last year, among the longest of closed seasons. The event …
Getting more adults to take young wild turkey hunters into the field is the goal of a $10,000 grant from the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Public input on revised deer population goals in southwestern and north-central Minnesota is being collected through an online survey on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) website at www.mndnr.gov/deergoals.
To me, the taste of morel mushrooms is much the same as the highly touted truffles of Europe, just not as intense. While truffles cost several hundred dollars per ounce, morels are free. The only catch is in finding them. They grow in wooded areas or open grasslands. They like …
The Geocaching Wildlife Safari, a high-tech treasure hunt, is nearing the end of its three-year run as one of the more popular programs of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Parks and Trails Division. Geocachers have until 10 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, to find any final caches hidden at …
Hunters have until Friday, June 1, to apply for one of 23 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Elk licenses will be available in the traditional Grygla area. Licenses also will be available in Kittson County, which offers its traditional zone and a …
The recent vacation taken by my wife and I to New Mexico and Colorado provided a temporary escape to a more summer-like climate, dramatic scenery, wildlife species we'd not seen before, and a deeper glimpse into the cultural history of our country.
The worst part about being an adult is having to do things that a person would rather not do unless forced. Sunday, I was forced to buck up and be an adult about doing our taxes. There were better things to do by far than taxes, but they would not …
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wildlife managers are reporting an increase in nuisance bear complaints at this time of year. Bear sightings are most prevalent in northern Minnesota, but they've also been spotted in the metropolitan suburbs."Despite the mild winter, this is a tough time of year for bears," …
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Bicyclists are back on the road, and together, motorists and bicyclists must share the road, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and Minnesota Department of Transportation.
When I go to bed, it takes me seconds to fall asleep. When I am asleep, I sleep soundly until morning. I know to many that have trouble sleeping, this should be a blessing. Up to a point, it is, but sound sleeping also can have its drawbacks. It was …
Anglers and boaters can expect stepped-up patrols and citations for violating the state's aquatic invasive species (AIS) laws, according to Lt. Col. Rodmen Smith, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Enforcement Division assistant director. "We are setting the expectation of the angling and boating public that they will follow the laws …
Minnesota anglers are reminded of new regulations on various water bodies and other changes for the general 2012 fishing season. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials said the changes are summarized on page 4 of the 2012 Minnesota Fishing Regulations booklet, which is available at any license agent or …
Question: I have been trying to find out what the laws say about using All Terrain Vehicles on public roads and in right of ways. Not the safety requirements, just using them on roads. Thanks!
