DNR issues citation for cougar shooting in Jackson County

Charges have been filed by the Jackson County attorney's office against a Jackson County man in southwestern Minnesota for allegedly shooting a cougar on Nov. 27, 2011

Minnesota deer harvest declines 7 percent in 2011

Minnesota hunters harvested 192,300 deer during the 2011 season, a drop of 15,000 from the 207,000 deer harvested in 2010.

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Limited gray wolf season possible in 2012

Minnesota wildlife officials have begun to plan for a limited gray wolf hunting and trapping season in late 2012.

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Fish shelter identification required

Ice conditions on Minnesota waterways may vary, but fish shelter identification violations seem to be consistent, according to conservation officers with the DNR.

DNR urges caution with fires; burning permits now required

With the exception of Cook County in northeastern Minnesota, burning permits are needed for debris and vegetation burning.

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Spring turkey hunting applications accepted through Jan. 13

Wild turkey permit areas have been consolidated into 12 new, larger areas from 77 smaller ones.

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Snowshoeing for beginners at Lac qui Parle State Park, Jan. 21

Experience a fun and exciting way to enjoy winter at a “snowshoeing for beginners” class at Lac qui Parle State Park on Saturday, Jan, 21, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Carp fight in high gear as DNA shows fish heading north

Minnesota is kicking up its Asian carp fight after test results show the invasive fish that can out-eat native species could be upstream from the Twin Cities.

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Preparing a venison meal, from field to table

As the 2011 deer-hunting season closes, review how you field-dressed and transported your game and note where you have room to improve for next season.

Safety is the best gift of all this holiday season

Parents who are planning to give their child a first hunting rifle, an all-terrain vehicle or a snowmobile as a gift this holiday season should also be sure to give them the second part of the gift – a safety training program offered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

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For a second year, Lac qui Parle, Minn., wildlife refuge playing host to goose hunting

WATSON– Part two in a new era in goose hunting at the Lac qui Parle wildlife refuge got underway Dec. 1.

DNR issues ice warning for aerated lakes

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warns ice anglers, snowmobilers, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts to use caution when going onto any lake covered or partially covered with ice, especially those that feature aeration systems.

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DNR warns parents of ice danger to children

In the light of a near tragedy in Anoka County this weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding parents to caution their children to stay off ponds, streams and other water bodies that now have a thin coating of ice.

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DNR investigating trumpeter swan deaths

DNR conservation officers are investigating a number of trumpeter swan deaths.

Opening weekend deer harvest off slightly from last year

Lou Cornicelli, wildlife research manager for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), said hunters registered approximately 73,000 deer after three full days of hunting. That compares with about 91,000 last year, or a 19-percent decline.