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It’s Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend this Saturday, Jan. 18, through Monday, Jan. 20! During the three-day weekend, any Minnesota resident can go ice fishing for free if fishing with a child 15 years old or younger. Minnesotans 15 years old or younger don’t need fishing licenses any time of the year. If you’re new to […]
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Forest Nursery is seeking individuals to collect black spruce and jack pine cones this winter. These seeds are vital for reforesting thousands of acres each year, but the number of collectors has declined in recent seasons—creating a need for new participants. In addition to helping sustain Minnesota’s forests,
Each winter, candlelight events at Minnesota state parks, recreation areas, and trails encourage people to get outdoors and warm up to winter. The events feature trails lit up at night with candles, lanterns, and other luminaries. Depending on the location of the event and the amount of snow cover, visitors can hike, snowshoe, or cross-country
With fresh snow in many parts of the state, anglers and others recreating on the ice must keep in mind that snow can hinder ice-making and cover up potentially dangerous areas, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. In addition, it’s vital people check the ice thickness frequently and keep in mind the DNR’s
We’re sharing stories from hunters who’ve taken someone new hunting and participated in the Hunter Mentor Pledge. Here’s one from Jeffrey Freeman of Big Lake, who shared this story from September 2023: I took my 14-year-old nephew, Caden, out for his first waterfowl hunt this season, and he had an amazing time shooting two teals. He
Hunting pheasants, ruffed grouse, squirrels or rabbits offers opportunities to enjoy the Minnesota outdoors as temperatures fall and snow blankets the landscape. Pheasant hunting season is open through Jan. 1, 2025. On Dec. 1, the daily bag limit increased to three roosters, with a possession limit of nine roosters. The best places to find pheasants at
