CWD confirmed for first time in Douglas County
8-year-old white-tailed doe tested positive for chronic wasting disease after its white-tailed buck pen-mate killed it in a small, two-deer, hobbyist herd.
Brainerd man charged after killing large bear on Red Lake Indian Reservation
He's charged with federal misdemeanor counts of wildlife trafficking and trespassing on Indian lands after he allegedly shot and killed a bear on the reservation, sawed off the bear's head, and left most of the carcass behind.
25 holiday gift ideas for the angler in your life
From stocking stuffers to great values and accessories to gifts for the serious angler.
Minnesota DNR, Red Lake Nation renew Upper and Lower Red Lake fishery management agreement
The new MOU closely parallels previous 1999-2019 agreements that facilitated restoration of high-quality walleye fishing to Minnesota’s largest inland body of water. The agreement states that each entity will support the Red Lake Fisheries Technical Committee, a joint panel of experts that recommends policies and practices to maintain a healthy fishery.
Governor’s Christmas tree harvested in state forest [video]
Half a million Christmas trees are harvested each holiday season from private tree farms in Minnesota, contributing about $30 million to the state's economy. For each tree harvested, one to three trees are planted. Real Christmas trees store carbon during their lifespan, and they can be chipped and used for mulch when the season is over, making them an environmentally friendly choice.
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Eastern equine encephalitis virus found in ruffed grouse
It's the first time the virus has been confirmed to cause illness in a Minnesota wild animal.
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Melissa Bachman shares a great whitetail hunting tip with Outdoor News: hunting over a deer decoy.
Time for the late-season rooster roll call
Challenging and calorie-burning? Sure, but some of the most rewarding ring-necked pheasant hunting begins right now.
2019 Outdoor News Holiday Gift Ideas
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Zebra mussel larvae found in Lake of the Woods
No adult or juvenile zebra mussels reported, but number of larvae substantial.
Carcass disposal locations available for firearms deer hunters
Hunters who harvest deer in north-central and southeast Minnesota during firearms deer season will have 26 dumpsters available in a variety of locations to dispose of carcasses after completing deer registration, chronic wasting disease sampling and removing the meat.
Donating To Hides For Habitat (MDHA)
Don't throw your deer hides away this season, it only takes minutes to drop it off at a local Hides for Habitat drop box and have it get put to good use!
Upper Red Lake walleye regulations change for winter season
The regulations, which become effective Sunday, Dec. 1, are the same as those of last winter but more restrictive than during 2019 open water fishing.
Minnesota DNR statement regarding action on petition to ban lead ammunition and tackle
After careful consideration of the petition and review of more than 20 years of data and stakeholder input related to this subject, the DNR issued a decision today denying the petition.
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Capturing Every Morsel of Meat From Your Ruffed Grouse
Whenever ethical hunters harvest an animal, they use as much of it as possible. That rule certainly applies to ruffed grouse. Spend a few minutes with Mike Hehner, who shows us how he gets the most meat from his bird.
One walleye allowed for Lake Mille Lacs winter anglers starting Dec. 1
Winter anglers on Mille Lacs Lake will enjoy a walleye harvest this winter for the fourth season in a row, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Honored to live a Hall of Fame life
A healthy career, marriage, and network of friends and colleagues leads Tim Lesmeister to the Little Falls-based Minnesota Fishing Hall of Fame.
Participate in ruffed grouse research this fall by testing for West Nile virus
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has asked ruffed grouse hunters in northern Minnesota to voluntarily submit samples for a West Nile virus research project that the agency is conducting. Hunters simply pick up a kit at their local DNR office, then submit some feather and tissue samples for testing. In this video, Mike Hehner demonstrates how to use the kit and submit the proper sample.
Smart safety choices may have saved duck hunters’ lives
It was a decision they’d already made that morning – to wear their life jackets – that may have saved their lives.
Taking advantage of Great Lakes country grouse numbers and hunting opportunities
Rumor has it that ruffed grouse numbers aren’t bad across the upland species’ range this year, and even in down years, the author still heads afield.
Study: Virus present in region's ruffed grouse, but exposed birds can survive
Test results are in from the first year of a multi-state study on West Nile virus in ruffed grouse in Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin.
DNR certifies new catch-and-release state-record muskie
Lake Vermilion catch has special meaning for angler at his family cabin.
The autumn gold that stays: Tips for catching fall walleyes
From jigs to crankbaits, unleash a greatest hits of top angling tactics to convince walleyes to fall in during the great bite of autumn.
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