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Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener starts Friday in Ortonville with eyes on a strong harvest "We're actually up about 20% over the 10 year average," says DNR Commissioner Sarah Stromen

Fall Leaf Seekers Beware: crowds and full parking lots await at Minnesota state parks The Minnesota DNR says expect significant crowds if you're taking a weekend trip to see those peak fall colors

A popular lake at William O'Brien State Park is empty, and it happened by accident The man-made lake had a valve "stuck open" say the Minnesota DNR, who add it could take weeks to refill

A warning ahead of the 4th of July weekend: Drunk boating is drunk driving says the DNR "If you're under the influence and operating a boat or vehicle, we will find you"

Permit Required: New law goes into effect in Minnesota next week requiring some people to have a watercraft permit Anyone born 2004 or later needs to have an permit to operate a boat or jet ski with more age restrictions coming

Smoke from Canadian wildfires eases Wednesday - but don't get used to it

Northeastern Minnesota wildfires 80% contained says Governor Walz - but weather could complicate things Hot and dry conditions are coming back to the area which the National Weather Service says could persist

Safety on boats this Memorial Day weekend is crucial with cool water temperatures Minnesota DNR is asking boaters to stay sober and make sure life jackets are close-by and worn by children

Wildfire burns north of Duluth as Minnesota continues to experience dry, hot and windy conditions

Wildfire Warning: Dry conditions coupled with temps around 90 and wind creating dangerous conditions this weekend The fire danger comes during an already busy spring with 775 wildfires covering 15,000 acres so far