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Bear hunt applications available; deadline is May 3
Applications for bear hunting licenses are being accepted now through Friday, May 3, wherever Minnesota hunting and fishing licenses are sold, online at mndnr.gov/buyalicense, and by telephone at 888-665-4236.
ATV riders can explore Minnesota trails for free June 7-9
Minnesotans with an all-terrain vehicle registered for private or agricultural use won't need to pay the additional registration fee ($53.50 for three years) to ride the state's public ATV trails, Friday through Sunday, June 7-9.
Aquatic invasive species education highlights holiday campaign
Partners at water access sites across Minnesota and throughout the Great Lakes region will conduct a targeted campaign from June 28 to July 7 to inform boaters and others about aquatic invasive species.
High angling pressure, catch rates combine to close Mille Lacs walleye fishing
Walleye fishing on Mille Lacs Lake will close Friday, Sept. 6, so state anglers do not exceed a safe walleye harvest level. "We're glad anglers had the opportunity to harvest walleye in May and fish for walleye through much of the open water season," said Brad Parsons, fisheries chief for …
Deer feeding and attractant bans expanded as part of CWD prevention
As part of efforts to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources bans the feeding of deer and the use of attractants in certain parts of the state to prevent the concentrations of wild deer in areas with a higher risk for disease.
New deer feeding bans in effect as part of CWD prevention efforts
To help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is adjusting bans on the feeding of deer in certain parts of the state.
Protecting the outdoors for future generations
When E.O. Olson donated the land near Longville that would become YMCA Camp Olson in 1954, he inscribed these words on the dedication plaque: "One man may not live to see his dreams come true, but his institutions carry on. We hope the Young Man's Christian Association will preserve in …
Bear hunt applications available; deadline is Friday, May 1
Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 1, to apply for a bear hunting license. Applications for the 2020 season should be submitted online or via telephone at 888-665-4236.
Camp Ripley archery hunt permits now available
The purchase of permits for the archery deer hunts at Camp Ripley near Little Falls began at noon on Friday, Aug. 28. Permits will remain on sale as long as they are available, or until Friday, Oct. 2.
Deer hunters urged to submit samples in chronic wasting disease sampling areas
Minnesota deer hunters should be aware of chronic wasting disease regulations and sampling as they plan ahead for upcoming deer seasons, including the antlerless-only and youth deer seasons that take place from Thursday, Oct. 15, to Sunday, Oct. 18, and the opening weekend of firearms deer season Saturday, Nov. 7, …
DNR offers tips for safe, successful ice fishing season
With the kickoff of the ice fishing season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds new and veteran anglers alike of their responsibility to keep themselves safe and to be a considerate member of the ice angling community.
DNR's 2020 fish stocking successful despite challenges
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.
Deadline to remove fish houses quickly approaching
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that the deadline to remove fish houses from Minnesota lakes is coming up.
DNR seeking public comment on proposed waterfowl regulations through April 11
People have through Sunday, April 11, to submit comments on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' proposed waterfowl hunting regulations and seasons. Comments may be submitted by completing on online comment form through Sunday, April 11.
Early and late season walleye harvest to be allowed on Mille Lacs in 2021
Early-season walleye anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will be able to keep one walleye 21-23 inches long or one longer than 28 inches. Summer will bring catch-and-release walleye fishing, with a mid-season closure, before the potential for a one-fish limit returns in the fall.
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