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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Garrett Thomas will be out on Crystal Lake in Burnsville reminding anglers about the upcoming deadline to remove their ice fishing shelters. In addition, CO Thomas will remind them to do their part in keeping our lakes clean by picking up trash, even if it doesn’t belong […]
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds you that applications for Special Youth Hunt permits, Prairie Chicken hunt lottery, and Camp Ripley Archery Hunts will end on Friday, August 20. The information on the three applications is below – Hunters can apply for special youth hunt permits through Friday, August 20. Youth special firearms hunt
Minnesota is now in a Drought Warning, and current conditions are leading to some domestic out-of-water calls. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has guidance and resources that can help. As of July 22, about half of Polk County is experiencing severe drought and the rest of the county is experiencing extreme drought. Most of
Hot weather is likely contributing to fish die-offs in lakes throughout Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said spring and summer fish die-offs happen occasionally, and they are getting widespread reports of dead fish following the recent prolonged stretch of hot weather. The DNR encourages you to report fish die-offs by calling the
Continued drought conditions mean very high fire danger persists in northwestern Minnesota. Spring outdoor recreation activity is increasing, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources urges outdoor enthusiasts to limit the use of campfires and use caution with off-road vehicles that could spark and start a wildfire. Northern Minnesota counties remain under open burning restrictions.
Before installing or investing in a new dock or dock platform, lakeshore owners should check to ensure it will meet state requirements. Lake service provider businesses should also review the regulations, to ensure the equipment they sell or install is in compliance. Dock and dock platform size are regulated in Minnesota by the Department of
