Minnesota state parks and recreation have free entrance on April 26
All Minnesota state parks will be free on Saturday, April 26 for one of the Free Park Days.
William O’Brien State Park Day Use Area, Riverway Campground to reopen in early May
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says it will reopen William O’Brien State Park's Day Use Area and Riverway Campground in early May after more than a year of being closed for updates.
Red flag warning issued for some southwest Minnesota counties
A red flag warning has been issued for parts of southwestern Minnesota due to extreme fire risks caused by strong winds and low humidity predicted.
DNR adds 27 Minnesota counties to burn restrictions list
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced Tuesday it's adding 27 counties to the state’s burn restrictions list.
Minnesota DNR warns dry winter creating increased spring wildfire danger
As Minnesotans start enjoying spring activities, DNR experts warn this season also comes with increased wildfire danger after a mellow winter.
Emerald ash borer found in 3 new Minnesota counties, quarantines expanding
Emerald ash borer has been confirmed in three new Minnesota counties that will lead to an expanded quarantine.
Minnesota DNR EagleCam loses view of nest
The Minnesota DNR says its EagleCam has been knocked out of view of the next and they aren't going to be able to correct it before hatching.
Anglers begin hauling away ice houses as DNR deadlines approach
With a stretch of warm weather and DNR-deadlines ahead, ice house owners are taking their houses off of frozen lakes this week.
Minnesota fish house removal deadline is approaching
The deadline to remove fish houses from Minnesota lakes is approaching.
Minnesota DNR says remove fish houses early
With the winter warmup, the Minnesota DNR is urging anglers to remove their fish houses off lakes before the Monday deadline.
Free MN fishing licenses for people 65 or older considered by lawmakers
Supporters say it’s a great way to get senior citizens outdoors, but officials with the DNR are concerned about the lost revenue – noting that anglers 65 and older currently contribute about $4 million annually in license fees to the game and fish fund.
New style of spearing decoy sparking interest in old school way of fishing
Two local Minnesotans are designing a new type of winter bait that's gaining views on social media.
Why you could be seeing more owls in Minnesota this winter
Northern Minnesota residents are being asked to use caution as an influx of owls is migrating further south than usual, leading to an increase in vehicle collisions and wildlife disturbances near North Shore state parks.
MN DNR firefighters helping fight Los Angeles area wildfires
Firefighters from Minnesota are heading to fight multiple active wildfires across Southern California that scorched over 50,000 acres across three counties.
How to get paid collecting conifer cones in northern MN
Collecting certain conifer cones in Minnesota could make you some money this winter.
Minnesota state parks luminary nights list: Walk, snowshoe, ski by candlelight
Here's a list of of dates and locations for 19 candlelight walk, snowshoe and ski events at 17 different Minnesota state parks and trails from Jan. 3 to Feb. 22.
First Day Hikes in MN happening across 10 state parks on Jan. 1
Nearly a dozen Minnesota state parks will be part of an organized hike as part of a nationwide effort.
Minnesota State Parks are free on Black Friday
Get outside this Black Friday! All 73 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas have free entry on Nov. 29.
Minnesota DNR EagleCam adding new nest site while keeping original camera online
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced on Tuesday it's adding another EagleCam that will feature a new nest with a bald eagle pair this season.
Higher Mille Lacs walleye limit spurs optimism from resorts
Resort owners said the walleye limit announcement will get ice anglers excited for the winter season but they know all too well from last year, it will be all weather permitting.