Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Jan. 16, 2026 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Around 400 outdoors-focused folks from conservation organizations, community members, the media, and DNR staff attended this year’s DNR Roundtable on Friday, Jan. 9, at the Heritage Center.
Bob St. Pierre had to get out one last time before Minnesota’s ruffed grouse season slammed shut at sunset on Jan. 4. After all, the iconic forest game bird he loves to hunt beckoned. So,
Around this time last year, the DNR announced that deer permit areas 646, 647, and 648 in southeastern Minnesota had entered a new phase of infection – “endemic,” according to its chronic wasting disease response
The Minnesota DNR Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts. Listen here for details.
Most fishing activity is taking place in 25 to 31 feet of water. A two-rod setup continues to shine: work an active jigging line to draw fish in and trigger aggressive walleyes, while running a
The Minnesota DNR made formal this week its proposal to reduce the statewide walleye limit from six fish to four (both daily and possession limits).
The current regulation of only one walleye over 20
The Minnesota DNR is now conducting its annual aerial elk surveys in the northwestern part of the state. Listen here for details.
The Minnesota DNR Enforcement Division announced that 12 new DNR conservation officers recently hit the field. Listen here for details.
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