The public comment period for revised deer population goals in southwestern and a portion of northern Minnesota has been extended to Thursday, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “A number of people have already provided us input using the online survey since April 16,” said Steve Merchant, DNR Wildlife Population Program manager.  Read more »

As part of its ongoing effort to get more people outdoors, Minnesota state parks and trails are offering a series of skill-building programs that will introduce camping, fishing, paddling, climbing and archery to the next generation this summer. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Parks and Trails Division created the “I Can!” program series in  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources Lakeshore property owners are reminded that removal of aquatic plants from Minnesota lakes may require a permit from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). DNR staff members who issue permits for aquatic plant removal can help lakeshore owners avoid harming the lake or river near their home, said  Read more »

By Tina Snell Staff Writer tina.snell@mcrecord.com The idea has been around for a few years, but Bill Boser, Little Falls, has taken the idea to a new level. He has taken the concept of bait from a vending machine and perfected the process. His newly created business is Northwood’s 24Hr Bait and Tackle. “This is  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources Anglers who fish Mille Lacs Lake during the 2012 season will be able to keep walleye less than 17 inches in length, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This is a change from last year’s regulation that allowed keeping of walleye less than 18 inches.  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources A new required decal is now available for Minnesota boaters to help remind them of the state’s aquatic invasive species laws, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced. The free decals are available at: • DNR offices. • Deputy registrar offices where licenses are sold. • Large  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources Angling – 24-hour (r), $8.50 Angling – combination  (husband wife) (r), $25 Angling – dark house rental (r), $26 Angling – dark house shelter (r), $12.50 Angling – individual (r), $17 Angling – military, no fee Angling – Netting white tulibee herring (r), $10 Angling – spearing from  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources • Bowfishing, May 1, 2012 through Feb. 24, 2013. • Walleye, sauger, northern pike – 2012  season, Saturday, May 12 through Feb. 24, 2013. • Lake Trout (summer) 2012 season, from Saturday, May 12 through Friday, Sept. 30. • Stream Trout in lakes – 2012 season, from Saturday,  Read more »

By PATRICK SLACK Sports Editor patrick.slack@mcrecord.com The fifth annual “Fishing with the Pros” fundraiser brought 21 professionals to the Minnesota Fishing Museum and Falls Ballroom to share stories, tips and even a few secrets, April 13. But most importantly, the group wanted to enjoy the sport’s past while getting more people involved in its future.  Read more »

Courtesy of the Department of Natural Resources      To recognize the achievements of anglers who catch the biggest fish in each species, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) annually presents an award to anglers who break state records. If you catch a fish that you think could be a record, follow these steps: •  Read more »

Consistent with the state’s moose management plan, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will offer a limited bulls-only hunting season this fall. Although hunting mortality of bulls is not a significant factor in the moose population decline, the state’s moose plan, which addresses habitat, climate change, disease and other moose population factors, identifies specific  Read more »

Habitat will be restored, enhanced or protected on more than 3,500 acres under the latest round of Conservation Program Legacy (CPL) grants administered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The DNR awarded 38 grants totaling $2.6 million during the recently concluded funding cycle. This is the fifth time CPL grants have been awarded  Read more »

The Minnesota Fishing Museum (MFM) will host its fifth annual “Fishing with the Pros” fundraiser Friday, April 13, at the Falls Ballroom in Little Falls. The event begins with a 5 p.m. social, followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Featured guests include 21 pro-fishermen and guides as well as five Fishing Hall of Fame members.  Read more »

Students interested in firearms safety training this year have two options available to them. Classroom firearms safety training will be held at the Little Falls Community High School beginning Thursday, April 19 with the field day planned for Saturday, May 12. A registration fee of $4 must be paid to Little Falls Community Services at  Read more »

On June 23, the All-Terrain Vehicle Association of Minnesota (ATVAM) will be attempting to break a Guinness World Record™ for the World’s Longest ATV Parade. In June 2009, ATVAM broke the World Record for the “Longest ATV Parade” with 1,632 ATVs. In the fall of 2010 Utah broke the record with 1,870 ATVs. ATVAM encourages  Read more »