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No bovine TB found in northwestern MN deer, management program ends
After eight years of monitoring and aggressive management, bovine tuberculosis (TB) is undetectable in wild deer in northwestern Minnesota, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Bovine TB was first discovered in area cattle operations and wild deer near Skime, Minn., in 2005.
State receives donation of forest land from The Nature Conservancy
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently accepted a donation of 2,751 acres of land in Cass County in north-central Minnesota from The Nature Conservancy.
Paintball warriors
About twenty years ago, my two sons thought it would be great sport if we all got paintball guns and ran around the woods having wars. They were able to convince a few friends and a couple adults, including their father, to play war games with them. I must admit, …
Learn how to make maple syrup at Minnesota state parks
Tap into the fun of making maple syrup at Minnesota state parks in March and early April. Naturalists will demonstrate how to tap trees and turn sap into syrup at several programs throughout the state.
An open water vacation
One of the ailments whose cure won't be found at the nearest pharmacy is cabin fever. Some might question whether it's a real, or imagined, condition, but Minnesotans and others who live where land and waters are ice and snowbound for months know better. It's real.
The rescued bird
Our grandson, Zane, overheard some adult friends talking about birds one day. Jim knew someone that had a canary and thought that it would be fun to have one. Zane has a good memory for details.
Phobias
A phobia is defined as an irrational fear of something. I have a tendency to define a phobia as something someone is afraid of and I am not. That is irrational. The most prevalent phobia public speaking and the list of phobias suddenly turns to things wild and in the …
Lessons learned from the 2012 ice fishing season
The 2012 ice fishing season is drawing to a close. For those of you who spend time on the ice, there are a few things we can learn from this year's ice fishing season. These are important lessons, life's moments that will someday be the "I remember back during the …
Snowmobile season could continue into April
With a foot or more of snow still blanketing most of northern Minnesota, the snowmobiling season may extend into April for the first time in many years, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said.
Bear hunt applications available; deadline is Friday, May 3
Applications for Minnesota bear hunting licenses are available beginning Monday, April 1, and will be accepted through Friday, May 3, the Department of Natural of Resources (DNR) said.
Bears emerging from hibernation; cause for preparation, not alarm
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wildlife managers are reporting an increase in bear sightings as the animals begin emerging from hibernation. Bear sightings are most prevalent in northern Minnesota, but bears can also be spotted in some metropolitan areas.
Check status of boat ramps, campgrounds, roads & trails before traveling
Before venturing out to campgrounds, trails and public water accesses statewide, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) advises people to check online or call ahead to avoid surprises.
Anglers spend $2.4 billion in Minnesota, according to new report
The anglers who enjoy Minnesota's sky blue waters are a powerful engine for the state's economy, according to a new survey data released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
DNR initiates public input process on Leech Lake special walleye regulations
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is initiating the public input process on potential walleye regulation changes on Leech Lake. The DNR is considering relaxing harvest regulations for the 2014 fishing season. The current 18- to 26-inch protected slot limit was put in place March 1, 2005 and extended …
Aquatic plant removal may require DNR permits
Lakeshore property owners are reminded that removal of aquatic plants from Minnesota lakes may require a permit from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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