REGIONAL – Much-needed rain last week helped ease fire danger in northern Minnesota, and prompted the Superior National Forest to lift campfire restrictions.The use of campfires, charcoal, and … more

Can sharing outdoor adventures help create a community of like-minded people? It can, believes Bret Alexander, who founded Mesabi Outdoor Adventures two years ago — with a mission to get people … more

REGIONAL— A new survey commissioned by the Department of Natural Resources finds that Minnesotans agree by a wide margin that it is important to maintain Minnesota’s gray wolf population. … more

ELY –Aaron Kania recently took over as the new permanent district ranger for the Kawishiwi Ranger District, which is headquartered out of Ely. He most recently served as a supervisory ranger … more

It’s a stressful time of year for bird parents around the North Country. In most cases, their young of the year have spilled out of the nest by now, and that means an almost never-ending task … more

REGIONAL— It will all come down to the rain. After last year’s disappointing wild berry crop, the signs were pointing to better news this year for fans of blueberries, juneberries, and … more

REGIONAL—Eight new state forest maps from the Minnesota DNR feature recreation highlights to help Minnesotans find their perfect adventure.The maps, in print and mobile formats, are available … more

The soft, yet insistent cry told me that waiting in my camo just might be rewarded. I was standing not far from the shore of one of our local beaver ponds, where I had searched unsuccessfully for … more

REGIONAL— The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is shortening its window for making reservations for camping and lodging in state parks and recreation areas to 120 days, in hopes of … more

REGIONAL— Pollinators play a critical role in keeping the environment healthy, help produce food, and are beautiful and fascinating to watch. That’s why the Department of Natural … more