‘Local legend’ buck survives icy ordeal in Red Lake River
Volunteer fire department saves the impressive whitetail after breaking through thin ice near Thief River Falls.
Oversight on DNR website omits four trapping season dates
All four seasons are still ongoing or scheduled, and the omission online is expected to be fixed shortly.
DNR asks for public comments to help shape management of Whitewater WMA
The Minnesota DNR has scheduled three events for the public to help them get to know an updated master plan that will help guide management of the nearly 28,000-acre WMA in southeastern Minnesota.
Deer permit area 184 near Bemidji added to CWD management hunt
The CWD special hunt will take place Dec. 16-18 and offers hunters plenty of flexibility to take additional deer.
The conservation history behind a simple piece of Minnesota fabric
Remembering the late 1980s effort to purchase a helicopter for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service special agents.
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DNR certifies new catch-and-release state record for muskie
The 58.25-inch fish, caught on Mille Lacs, bests previous record by an inch.
Anglers accused of cheating in Lake Erie walleye tournament plead not guilty
Both Jacob Runyan and Chase Cominsky were released on personal bonds of $2,500. Their next court hearing is scheduled for Nov. 9.
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Minnesota DNR certifies a state record hybrid sunfish
An angler caught a 1-pound, 12-ounce hybrid sunfish from Green Lake in Kandiyohi County that the Minnesota DNR has certified as tying the weight-based state record.
Upper Red winter walleye bag limit tightened
Anglers will have a three-walleye bag limit – down from four last winter – starting Nov. 1.
DNR certifies record-tying hybrid sunfish
The angler caught a 1 pound, 12-ounce hybrid sunfish on Green Lake in Kandiyohi County.
WCCO Radio launches new live outdoors radio program with Outdoor News
Tune in Sundays at 5 p.m. on AM 830 (or join the conversation) to hear about the latest hunting, fishing, and conservation topics
Capra’s Sporting Goods has new ownership
Outdoors industry veteran and his family purchase the longtime independent retailer in the north metro
Two anglers indicted in alleged cheating scheme
Felony charges filed against Lake Erie fishermen in case that garnered national media attention.
Pair accused of cheating in big Lake Erie walleye tourney
Chase Cominsky and Jake Runyan, who were leading both the tournament and the LEWT Team of the Year competition, were disqualified when the tournament director cut open the five fish they had entered to find that they were allegedly stuffed with eight pounds of lead weights and fillets from smaller walleyes.
Party platforms: Repealing Legacy Amendment, no net gain of public lands, and wolves
When candidates visit your doorstep this political season, note these natural resources problems in their party agendas.
A special evening celebrating conservation, art, family
By Ron and Ronny Hustvedt It was a big weekend in the waterfowling world, especially in Minnesota. In addition to it being the state waterfowler opener, a Minnesota artist once again won the national duck stamp contest. Joe Hautman’s painting…
Woman archer has über-close encounter with a North Dakota moose
The largest member of the deer family visits a whitetail hunter in her prairie ground blind.
Pheasant numbers spike after favorable spring
Weather and habitat are the main influences on Minnesota’s pheasant population trends.
Ed Boggess receives U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Silver Eagle Award
Longtime Minnesota DNR employee has remained active and working on conservation projects since retiring in 2016.
Drought, fires mean tough year for ducks in an important waterfowling state
You can't say waterfowl without saying “water,” so it’s bad news when one of the nation’s most important duck refuges is bone dry. Also, closer to home, Minnesota wild ricers face a challenging 2022.
Outdoor News Sounding Board – Live from the Minnesota State Fair: What’s your No. 1 conservation concern for Minnesota?
As the summer draws to a close the electoral season heats up and there are many open seats on this November’s ballot, including the Governor’s office, the top executive branch position in Minnesota.
Types of Optics You'll Need On Your Next Hunt
Successful hunts are contingent on much more than just a firearm. No matter the game, terrain, and weather conditions, there is always a piece of equipment that can add to your hunt. No other area of hunting equipment contributes to the excitement of hunting than optics.
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