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Prevent conflicts with bears this spring by being BearWise
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is encouraging homeowners to remove birdfeeders now and check their property for food sources that could attract bears. While most female bears with cubs ...
Mar 23, 2026 MN DNR Bear
Minnesota's moose population remains relatively stable
The most recent Minnesota moose population estimate is approximately 4,470 animals, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' 2026 population survey. Results suggest that after a ste...
Mar 23, 2026 MN DNR Moose Calf
#NDGF Elk, Moose, Bighorn Sheep Apps Due
Elk, moose and bighorn sheep applications must be submitted online before midnight, March 25. Applicants can apply by visiting My Account at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department's website, gf.nd....
Mar 23, 2026 NDGF elk
#NDGF Spring Mule Deer Survey Begins
The state Game and Fish Department's annual spring aerial mule deer survey is scheduled for April 1-24 in western North Dakota and typically takes about two weeks to complete, weather permitting. Duri...
Mar 23, 2026 NDGF mule deer
#NDGF 2026 Waterfowl Hunting Season
North Dakota's waterfowl season opens for residents Sept. 26, while nonresidents may begin hunting waterfowl Oct. 5. The resident-only portion of the season has been extended from seven days in previo...
Mar 23, 2026
Why not shut down the season for a year?
By Doug Leier North Dakota's hunting seasons represent far more than tradition or recreation. For most it's almost part of our DNA. Yet, each year I hear a familiar question: Why don't we just close d...
Mar 17, 2026 NDGF Dead Deer
Why not shut down the season for a year?
By Doug Leier North Dakota's hunting seasons represent far more than tradition or recreation. For most it's almost part of our DNA. Yet, each year I hear a familiar question: Why don't we just close d...
Mar 17, 2026 NDGF Dead Deer
Minnesota DNR announces open water fishing regulations for Upper Red Lake
Anglers fishing on Upper Red Lake during the 2026 open-water season that starts Saturday, May 9, will have a five-walleye possession limit, with only one walleye longer than 17 inches allowed. This is...
Mar 16, 2026 photo: MN Dept. of Natural Resources
#NDGF 2026-28 Fishing Regulations Set
North Dakota's 2026-28 fishing proclamation is set, with regulations effective April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2028. New fishing licenses are required April 1. Anglers can find the North Dakota 2026-...
Mar 16, 2026 NDGF Fishing
Minnesota #DNR Conservation Officer Reports-March 16, 2026
Weekly CO report District 1 - Baudette area Last updated: 2026-03-16 CO Ben Huener (Roseau) checked walleye and Pike anglers on Lake of the woods. Tip up angling is slow for most folks, with mostly sm...
Mar 16, 2026 MN DNR K9 Conservation Officer
