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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.
Bear hunt applications available: deadline is May 7
Prospective bear hunters have through Friday, May 7, to apply for a bear hunting license. Applications for the 2021 season should be submitted online or via telephone at 888-665-4236.
Application for the 2021 BWCA Trip for Veterans Now Open
The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is once again hosting two free trips for veterans to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota this summer.
Prepare for Northern Pike this Fishing Season
DNR reminds anglers to be aware of northern pike zone regulations
Zebra mussels confirmed in South Long Lake in Crow Wing Power
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in South Long Lake, near Brainerd in Crow Wing County. Five hundred feet of the Nokasippi River upstream and downstream of South Long Lake will also be listed for zebra mussels.
Local guides collaborate to re-introduce the joys of fishing
Being raised and growing up in rural communities is a much different experience than larger towns and metropolitan areas.
West Nile virus impacting Minnesota loon population
A recent uptick in reports of dead loons and test results indicate an impact from West Nile virus (WNV), according to nongame wildlife staff at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Longville Lakes Area Fishing Report
Several times during the course of any summer fishing season you'll have days or even weeks where the species of fish that you'd like to catch simply will not cooperate with you. It seems as though you've tried every lure in your box and even bought a few new ones …
