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Two lakes in Crow Wing County have been added to the list of Minnesota lakes with the invasive zebra mussels.

The 27-mile Roseau River Wildlife Drive is opening for 3 limited runs, the first one is July 18-26. Birders could see the approximately 149 bird species that breed within the area, including rare species like yellow rails and horned grebes.

The Minnesota DNR has a reminder for people selling docks, boat lifts, trailers, and other water accessories.

Planning to take a young hunter out this fall? Minnesota's special youth deer hunts have a new lead-free ammunition rule with no exceptions this year — and applications open soon. Here's everything you need before you apply.

This week's storms dumped up to 8 inches of rain on southeast Minnesota, and now state parks are paying the price. Here's which parks and trails are closed heading into the Fourth of July weekend, and how to check before you go.

Minnesota's waterways will be packed Fourth of July weekend, and the DNR will be out in force. The zero-tolerance crackdown on drunk boating runs July 3-5, with jail time on the line. Here's what every boater should know before launching.

Imagine casting your line with a bait that’s not only effective but good for the environment. That’s exactly what’s brewing in Long Lake, folks.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has added five more counties to a deer feeding ban.

Buying a used dock, boat lift or pontoon off the marketplace this summer? The Minnesota DNR says that secondhand deals could a dangerous surprise to a clean lake. Here's the simple check, and the 21-day law that keeps you should know.

The Minnesota DNR wants to hear from anglers. Proposed special fishing regulations could change the rules for sunfish, walleye, and pike on waterbodies in six counties found throughout the state. Weigh in by September 30.