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Minnesota’s moose population has remained relatively stable for nearly a decade. The most recent population estimate is approximately 3,470 animals, according to the results of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 2024 population survey. Results continue to suggest that after a steep decline from a population estimate of approximately 8,000 in 2009, Minnesota’s moose population […]
Turkey hunters can now buy their licenses for the spring 2024 season. Licenses may be purchased online (mndnr.gov/buyalicense), by telephone at 888-665-4236, or in person wherever hunting and fishing licenses are sold. Hunters can hunt statewide and buy licenses for any time period (A-F) over the counter. Hunters will be asked which permit area they plan to
Most fish house owners in the southern two-thirds of Minnesota have already removed their fish houses from the lakes, given poor ice conditions and forecasted warm weather. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone with a fish house on the ice to start planning for its removal. The statutory shelter removal deadline for the
Hunters harvested 158,678 deer during the 2023 hunting season, a lower total harvest than in recent years. Harvest was down 8% compared to the 2022 season and 14% less than the five-year average. The greatest decreases were in the northern part of the state, where deer harvest compared to 2022 was 21% lower in the
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public feedback on fishing rules and regulations associated with lake trout seasons, native rough fish daily and possession limits, and daily and possession limits and seasons for the inland portion of Pool 3 (Mississippi River) and Lake Rebecca near Hastings. If you are interested in completing the
Snowshoeing is the perfect way to beat cabin fever, bringing people outside for fresh air and providing a connection with nature that benefits physical and mental health. Snow came late to Minnesota this year, and although there are still areas of the state with little snow cover, there are also many locations in northern and
