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DNR EXTENDS COMMENT PERIOD FOR POLK COUNTY WATERCOURSE PROPOSAL

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is extending the public comment period for its proposal to make a correction to the Public Waters Inventory (PWI) by returning one watercourse in Polk County to the PWI. The PWI is used to identify waters that meet the statutory definition of public water and are regulated by the […]

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DNR GRANTS TWO ENBRIDGE LINE 3 PIPELINE PERMITS IN POLK COUNTY

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has made decisions granting two of 10 required DNR permits, licenses and approvals for the proposed Enbridge Line 3 pipeline replacement project. Enbridge is proposing to construct a new oil pipeline in Minnesota, replacing its existing Line 3. Line 3 is one of six Enbridge oil pipelines that cross

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DNR REMINDS WATERFOWL HUNTERS TO TAKE STEPS TO AVOID SPREADING AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES

With the Minnesota hunting season underway, it is important for waterfowl hunters to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Invasive species such as purple loosestrife, zebra mussels, Eurasian watermilfoil and faucet snails can be transported in waterfowl hunters’ boats, decoys or blind material and other equipment without the proper precautions. “Hunters should take

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UMC, CROOKSTON GUN CLUB TO HOST OPEN HOUSE, DEMONSTRATIONS, AND SHOOTING

On Thursday, June 25, from 3:30-7:30 p.m. the University of Minnesota Crookston’s Office of Outreach & Engagement is teaming up with the Crookston Gun Club for an open house as a part of R3 Outdoors. This is a free event for the public to learn more about the services and activities available at the Crookston

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DNR SETS GOAL TO STABILIZE DEER POPULATION IN NORTHWEST MINNESOTA

The Department of Natural Resources has set new deer population goals that reflect Minnesotans’ diverse perspectives about deer. “We really appreciate the perspectives brought to the table,” said Barbara Keller, DNR’s big game program manager. “We took what we heard seriously as we set goals.” The DNR sets deer population goals – how much of

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BURNING RESTRICTIONS IN THE CROOKSTON FIRE DISTRICT

With the COVID-19 pandemic, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has proactively transitioned the entire State of Minnesota into burning restrictions consistent with Gov. Tim Walz’s executive orders. Currently, recreational fires are permissible, but open burning will require a permit within city limits, according to Crookston Firefighter Justin Johnson. “If there is a burning

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