Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
By Nicole RonchettiMay 06, 2026Luverne residents hoping for an easy beach day this summer may be in for disappointment. Low water levels at The Lake mean that the shoreline has receded several feet, leaving sandy ground where there used to be water. As water levels continue to drop, community members are increasingly focused on one question: why? Various theories have been raised to explain The Lake receding, from recent…
March 04, 2026The Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR) has issued its 2027 Request for Proposals (RFP) for funding from Minnesota’s Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF). Approximately $121 million from the lottery-generated fund is available for projects that aim to protect, conserve, preserve and enhance Minnesota’s air, water, land, fish, wildlife and other natural…- January 08, 2025The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for passionate and dedicated students interested in learning more about natural resource careers through paid summer internships. DNR summer interns receive valuable training, develop key skills and contribute in important ways to the department’s mission of working with Minnesotans to conserve and manage natural resources, provide outdoor…
- September 17, 2024Youth who want to hunt in Minnesota have several opportunities to go hunting in the fall in addition to regular hunting seasons. “These hunting opportunities are designed for youth to have positive hunting experiences and get dedicated time to learn outdoor skills,” said Benji Kohn, volunteer mentor program coordinator with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Youth who take part…
- September 17, 2024The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting upland bird hunters to voluntarily log details about their hunts. “We’re excited about working with bird hunters to improve our understanding of what they’re seeing in the field,” said Nate Huck, resident game bird specialist. “Their information will complement our existing monitoring efforts.” He thanked hunters for being willing to…
- July 24, 2024Hunters can apply for special youth deer hunt permits through Friday, Aug. 16. The number of permits for each hunt is limited. Individual hunts will take place in several state parks on various dates in the fall. These firearms hunts are for youth who are ages 12-15 at the time of the hunt and are accompanied by an adult. The Blue Mounds State Park special youth firearm hunt is Nov. 23-24. The…
- By Pete SchaeferJune 16, 2015Question: Why is it important not to disturb roadside ditches during the spring and summer? Answer: Roadside ditches are highly productive nesting sites, and they provide some of the most valuable wildlife habitat available in the state. More than 40 kinds of birds and animals nest on the ground or in low vegetative cover. Wildlife that nest in these areas include pheasants, gray partridge,…
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