MN: Public Lands/Wilderness
National project helps MN push back against deforestation
Deforestation remains a concern in the U.S. but success stories are emerging and Minnesota advocates said new achievements bode well for all …
Mpls. labor dispute highlights park workers' job challenges
With the July 4 holiday approaching, families are likely to spend time at municipal parks to celebrate and Parks Department staff in Minneapolis hope …
Soggy MN weather prompts safety issues as state park season kicks off
Recent bouts of heavy rain are not just leading to flooded basements in Minnesota, they are reducing access to state parks just as summer demand …
As Congress debates new Farm Bill, hunters and anglers speak up
This week, Congress is picking up work on a new Farm Bill and hunters and anglers said billions of dollars in investments in private-lands …
Report: Great Lakes not as icy most winters
Minnesota is seeing a glaring lack of snow and lake ice this winter, and a new report underscores how climate trends are leading to diminished ice …
MN gets rolling on outdoor recreation investments
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources this month is outlining how it plans to use $150 million to make upgrades to its outdoor-recreation syst…
Public feedback sought on old-growth forest protections
States such as Minnesota have several old-growth forests, and the timber industry is pushing back against a Biden administration proposal to limit …
Outdoor Recreation Grants to Help MN Kids Stay Healthy
Health experts say soaking up nature and taking up outdoor activities can keep kids on a healthier path as they grow. But not all of them have equal …
MN Looks to Return to Full Funding of Outdoors
It's been two decades since Minnesota created a special account to fund aspects of outdoor recreation. Over time, some of the funding has gone …
Spurred by New Report, MN Explores Boat-Safety Policy
Boat shows are taking place around the country as water recreation enthusiasts look ahead to this summer's season. A new Minnesota report …
MN Asked to Step Up Boater Training with Certificate Program
BRAINERD, Minn. - Minnesota boat owners are storing their watercraft for the winter. But that isn't stopping the conversation about responsible water …
Mapping Out Nature's Ability to Store Carbon with Pinpoint Accuracy
DULUTH, Minn. - As Minnesota looks to address the impact of climate change on the region, land managers and policymakers are reminded of the role …