When “temporary” archery season crossbow inclusion first passed in 2023, Minnesota Bowhunters, Inc., was well aware that it was going to be an uphill battle for that legislation to expire and see a return to
A new bill in the state Legislature would allow elk to be imported into Minnesota from other states. HF4508 would exempt elk from the state’s ban on importing live cervidae. Rep. Josh Heintzeman, R-Nisswa, said
Thanks to a partnership with The Trust for Public Lands, the Minnesota DNR recently announced that it’s adding 155 acres to a state forest in southeastern Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR Conservation Officer Annette Schlag is recovering after rescuers airlifted her from a remote area in southeastern Minnesota.
Schlag fell 20 feet while attempting to remove an illegal deer stand and was unable
Pine County’s Pokegama Lake could be the finest representation of what a multi-species fishery is supposed to look like. As part of the Snake River system, you just never know what might show up on
Turkey hunting is all about having fun and shaking off the cabin dust. Use turkey hunting to mimic your favorite hunting styles.
New catch-and-release option for bass seems popular. A look at the Minnesota fishing report on April 15, 2026.
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Minnesota published in the April 17, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the April 17, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
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