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18 new Minnesota DNR conservation officers graduate, begin field training

Eighteen people who’ve trained since late April to become Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers took a step closer to achieving their goal earlier this week when they graduated from the 23rd CO Academy.
They will spend the next several months training throughout the state with experienced conservation officers. The new officers will complete field training and be in their assigned stations in early December.

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Management planned for Eurasian watermilfoil found at Iowa’s Clear Lake

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently discovered that Eurasian watermilfoil has spread in Clear Lake in Cerro Gordo County. A small area was originally found last fall east of the McIntosh Beach and treated this May. A larger area was found last week near Farmer’s Beach.
“We are developing a short-term management plan to implement within the coming week and will work with local stakeholders and the community to develop a long-term plan of action,” said Scott Grummer, fisheries biologist for the Iowa DNR.

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Kunch family donation becomes popular public hunting spot in Iowa

George and Virginia Kunch left a legacy when they donated their 162-acre family farm in Tama County to the people of Iowa, in 2005.
Gone are the buildings, cottonwood trees and ag fields. In their place is a diverse reconstructed prairie with wild bergamot, prairie blazing star, cup plant, gray headed coneflower, ironweed, sunflowers and more. The steep and rolling hills of the Kunch Wildlife Area shares the landscape with four ponds and small stands of cedars and shrubs for winter wildlife cover.

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Michigan Bear Forum, Furtaker User Group meetings set for August

Hunting and trapping are an undeniable part of Michigan’s outdoor traditions.
New and veteran hunters and trappers and anyone interested in how the Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages wildlife populations are invited to two upcoming opportunities in St. Ignace: the Michigan Furtaker User Group meeting (Aug. 23) and the Michigan Bear Forum (Aug. 24).

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14 new officers begin training in Ohio

Fourteen cadets began their training recently to become the newest natural resources officers with the Ohio DNR (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft.
“Natural resources officers are crucial to enhancing our guests’ experiences,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “We are excited to welcome these cadets, who will receive comprehensive training to ensure they are well-prepared. Their role in maintaining safety and providing excellent customer service is essential to our mission.”

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Ohio DNR to host deer hunts at eight preserves this fall

The Ohio DNR (ODNR) Division of Natural Areas and Preserves will hold special deer hunts at eight state nature preserves across Ohio during the 2024-25 hunting season. These locations were identified as areas where deer populations pose a threat to native plant communities. The division is offering both gun and archery hunts this year.

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