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    A fisheries sample envelope and a small sharp knife are the only tools needed to help biologists studying muskies on Lake Vermilion. Minnesota DNR photo
    Minnesota DNR needs help collecting muskie scales on Lake Vermilion
    The DNR is asking Lake Vermilion muskie anglers to collect scales from the fish they catch.
    sports/outdoors50 min 20 sec ago
    June 21, 2019
    This bighead carp was captured by the Minnesota DNR on Thursday, June 20, near the Xcel Energy King Power Plant on the St. Croix River in Oak Park Heights. Minnesota DNR photo
    More invasive carp confirmed in Mississippi and St. Croix Rivers
    ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources confirmed the capture of a bighead carp and two silver carp within the past several...
    sports/outdoorsJune 21, 2019 - 11:14am
    Innovative angler Dave Genz says that ice-fishing tactics are just as effective in open water as they are during winter, though you might need to modify your boat a bit for the best results. Steve Hoffman photo
    The ‘Holy Boat’ — Ice fishing for summer panfish
    ST. CLOUD — By mid-March even hardcore ice anglers are usually praying for open water, ready to stow their winter gear and prep the boat for...
    sports/outdoorsJune 21, 2019 - 7:45am
    June 20, 2019
    Ethan Rasset broke his own state record for golden redhorse when he landed this 4-pound, 13-ounce fish from the Otter Tail River in March. Photo courtesy of the Minnesota DNR
    Two new state record fish certified in Minnesota
    ST. PAUL — The Minnesota DNR certified a 13-pound, 9-ounce whitefish caught by an Oklahoma angler ice fishing on Lake of the Woods in April,...
    sports/outdoorsJune 20, 2019 - 4:04pm
    June 19, 2019
    Drew Hildenbrand jokes around with kids Jack and Kate Hildenbrand while hanging out by the yurt they were camping in Tuesday, June 18, at the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area by Yawkey Mine Lake. The park has three yurts, circular insulated canvas tents with wood floors, wood stoves and a skylight, that are available year round by reservation through the Minnesota DNR. Kelly Humphrey / Brainerd Dispatch
    Yurt Camping
    Drew Hildenbrand jokes around with kids Jack and Kate Hildenbrand while hanging out by the yurt they were camping in Tuesday, June 18, at the...
    sports/outdoorsJune 19, 2019 - 3:00pm
    June 17, 2019
    This emaciated deer in Iowa County, Wis., was later confirmed to have chronic wasting disease. Minnesota lawmakers approved additional funding to combat the disease, which is always fatal to deer, elk and moose. (File photo/ Wisconsin DNR)
    A field test for fatal deer disease? Minnesota scientists say it's just months away
    ST. PAUL — Minnesota hunters and farmers could soon carry handheld tools to test deer for fatal brain disease in the field. In labs across...
    news/government-and-politicsJune 17, 2019 - 4:09pm
    June 10, 2019
    A bald eagle, like this one, with a staff member from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center, will be featured at the Aitkin County Rivers and Lakes Fair June 15. Submitted photo
    Raptors of Minnesota and colorful dragonflies to be featured atthe Aitkin County Rivers and Lakes Fair
    AITKIN—The Aitkin County Rivers and Lakes Fair is scheduled Saturday, June 15, at Rippleside Elementary School in Aitkin. Featured guests...
    newsJune 10, 2019 - 8:00am
    June 5, 2019
    Cougar spotted prowling in Dodge Center
    DODGE CENTER, Minn. — A cougar was spotted late Tuesday, June 4, in a back yard in the east side of Dodge Center. Dodge County Sheriff's deputies...
    newsJune 5, 2019 - 5:16pm
    May 19, 2019
    Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
    Brad Dokken column: DNR increases elk permits in effort to reduce growing Kittson County herd
    Minnesota hunters will have a few more opportunities to shoot an elk this fall near Lancaster, Minn., in Kittson County after winter aerial surveys...
    sports/outdoorsMay 19, 2019 - 7:10am
    May 16, 2019
    Brainerd firefighters grab their gear Wednesday, May 15, after they finished their work on extinguishing a grass fire off Two Mile Road in Oak Lawn Township. Jennifer Kraus / Brainerd Dispatch
    Fewer fires, but fire danger remains high in lakes area
    Burning restrictions are in place for the entire state of Minnesota and fire prevention experts continue to encourage people to use caution as...
    news/firesMay 16, 2019 - 5:00am
    May 10, 2019
    Assistant Area Fisheries Supervisor Brandon Eder shows Albert Lea fifth graders a variety of fish that swim in area lakes. Steve Hoffman / Forum News Service
    Kids take center stage leading up to Governor’s Fishing Opener
    ALBERT LEA, Minn. -- On Saturday, May 11, the focus on Fountain Lake will be the Governor’s Fishing Opener. But on Friday, the lake belonged...
    sports/outdoorsMay 10, 2019 - 5:13pm
    May 9, 2019
    Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Eugene Wymn
    Report: DNR officer wasn't wearing life jacket
    PINE CITY, Minn. - The Minnesota conservation officer who drowned in a Pine County Lake on April 19 was not wearing a life jacket when his DNR-issued...
    news/accidentsMay 9, 2019 - 1:42pm
    May 7, 2019
    2 sent to hospital after crash
    MENAHGA—Two men in their 70s suffered injuries when the vehicles they were driving crashed at 3:54 p.m. Saturday, May 4, near Menahga in Wadena County.
    news/accidentsMay 7, 2019 - 8:46pm
    May 3, 2019
    Four piles of gutted fish resting on the shores of Wigwam Bay, Mille Lacs Lake. Garrison resident Gary Rambousek, who discovered them Wednesday afternoon, estimated as many as 300 to 500 fish were discarded there. Photo courtesy of Gary Rambousek
    Piles of gutted fish along shores of Mille Lacs raise concerns: Investigation determines fishing, disposal both legal within treaty rights
    Conservation officials conducted an investigation into four piles of fish filleted and discarded in large numbers on the shores of Mille Lacs...
    newsMay 3, 2019 - 5:00am
    April 26, 2019
    Hundreds of conservation officers gathered to honor fallen DNR officer Eugene Wynn, who died in the line of duty on April 19. Courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
    Hundreds of officers attend funeral for fallen DNR officer
    PINE CITY, Minn. — Hundreds of law enforcement officers from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and other agencies attended a Friday,...
    newsApril 26, 2019 - 10:01pm
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