Rep. Emma Greenman, DFL-Minneapolis, has introduced legislation that would ban the possession of semiautomatic military-style weapons and add criminal penalties to those who own one. Greenman introduced HF4081 to the House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law committee March 17.
Gun legislation, northeast elk reintroduction stew at Minnesota Capitol Read More »
The northeast Minnesota moose population remains stable, holding near similar levels recorded in recent years. The latest 2026 survey estimates 4,470 moose, an 11% increase from last year.
“It’s certainly not a bad sign, especially after what we saw from 2009 to 2013; you don’t want to see that sharp drop like that,” said Seth Goreham, wildlife research manager.
Updated: Latest Minnesota moose survey shows increase from 2025 Read More »
The Minnesota DNR reported rising elk populations in northwest Minnesota following its annual aerial survey.
DNR staff conducted surveys by air in late January, flying transect lines over survey areas and counting bulls and cows within designated blocks. The results show growth across all three of the state’s elk populations, with one nearing its population goal.
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While on the road on Tuesday, March 3, Baudette Conservation Officer Nick Prachar got a call to assist in a horse that was running loose. It was running on Lake of the Woods School grounds and staff were concerned for the kids getting picked up from school.
Prachar and Minnesota State Patrol were both in the area and responded to the call.
Minnesota conservation officer corrals runaway horse Read More »
The House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee last week passed HF1531, which would remove the so-called “sunset” expiration date for allowing the use of crossbows during the Minnesota archery hunting season.
It is authored by Rep. Josh Heintzeman, R-Nisswa. Rep. Sydney Jordan, DFL-Minneapolis, worked with Heintzeman to pass the bill ahead of the 2026 bowhunting season so people can continue using crossbows as they have the past three years.
Expiration near for crossbow ‘sunset’ in Minnesota? Read More »
Representatives from the Legislative Citizens Commission on Minnesota Resources testified before the House and Senate last week on their annual funding recommendations. No vote was taken during the March 3, House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy meeting, but the language did pass the Senate Environment, Climate and Legacy committee meeting on March 5.
According to Rebecca Nash, LCCMR director, the commission received 400 proposals for 2026 amounting to approximately $359 million.
Outdoor Heritage Fund performance audit, LCCMR priorities heard in Minnesota committees Read More »
An informational hearing at the Environment, Climate and Legacy Senate meeting on March 5 debated the future of lead ammunition and fishing tackle in Minnesota.
A number of organizations testified for and against removing lead from ammo and angling equipment. Sen. Jennifer McEwen, DFL-Duluth, has authored bill SF1595 with Sen. Alice Mann, DFL-Edina. It aims to phase lead out of ammunition and tackle.
Lead ammo, tackle sees debate in Minnesota legislature Read More »
A potential record-breaking yellow perch was caught in Devils Lake, North Dakota on March 1. Alan Hintz of Stevens Point, Wis., caught the jumbo.
The unofficial record-breaker will take a few weeks to verify. Hintz had been going on the fishing trip with friends and his brother, Dale, for the past three years.
Wisconsin angler catches potential North Dakota record perch from Devils Lake Read More »
At its Feb. 26 meeting, Minnesota’s House Environment and Natural Resources Committee heard testimony on the effect crossbows have had on state deer and turkey populations. Members also heard new details on how a proposed Outdoor Recreation Endorsement (ORE) may influence future of funding for conservation and outdoor recreation.
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