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Group rescues men from Lake Pepin
LAKE PEPIN -- Wacouta residents Jerry and Jan Nelson and a group of friends feared the worst Sunday evening when they came across an overturned catamaran on Lake Pepin's choppy waters.
By Jen Cullen , October 01, 2009
Land owners grumble over proposed Red Wing to Hastings bike trail
Minnesota NewsThe public portion of Tuesday night's open house about the proposed trail from Red Wing to Hastings was more of the same, according to Red Wing Planning Director Brian Peterson.
By Ryan Nilsson , July 08, 2009
Outdoors spending plans taking shape
ST. PAUL -- An influx of dedicated state tax revenue leads outdoors enthusiasts to believe a logjam of Minnesota natural resources projects will begin to free up this year.
By Scott Wente , April 13, 2009
Snowmobiling: Ready to ride
Although she had been inundated with snowmobiling information all day, the first thing Nicole Clifton did when she got home on Saturday night was jump on her sled. With a brand new safety certificate with her name on it, the 15-year-old finally got to drive her own snowmobile.By Emily Zimmer , December 12, 2008
Cashing in on geocaching near Hastings
Armed with a map, camera, pen and notebook, I tromp into a thicket of trees in Riverwood Park in search of a hidden treasure.By Keith Grauman , September 12, 2008
DNR watercraft inspector applications due March 14
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking watercraft inspector interns for this year’s boating season. Inspectors are stationed at public accesses on lakes and rivers infested with invasive species such as Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussels.March 07, 2008
Cross-country ski trails in great condition
OutdoorsGood snow means Minnesota's 1,800-plus miles of grant-in-aid and state-operated cross-country ski trails are in great condition.
February 14, 2008
Minnesota snowmobiling facts
OutdoorsLong-awaited snowy fields are beckoning snowmobilers to hit the trails within the state. Here’s a short list of Minnesota snowmobile facts:
By Sam Cook , January 14, 2008
Ski, snowshoe or walk by candlelight at state parks
OutdoorsNeed to get out of the house? How about joining friends to frolic in the moonlight at more than 20 candlelight ski, snowshoe or hiking events in Minnesota state parks.
January 11, 2008
DNR releases new audio programs about snowmobiling in Minnesota
OutdoorsSnowmobile trip planning, safety and other topics are featured in a new series of audio programs produced by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
January 09, 2008
DNR encourages snowmobilers to drive safely
We’ve got snow -- the best and earliest snow conditions in several years. Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Enforcement Education Program coordinator, said "Drivers should also be aware of potential hazards, changing conditions and use good judgment."December 21, 2007
Ski and snowmobile trail reports available on Web
OutdoorsThroughout the winter, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources personnel monitor the condition of dozens of ski and snowmobile trails maintained by the agency.
December 13, 2007
Snow and slush on lakes creates unsafe ice conditions
OutdoorsEven with recent cold conditions, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reports spotty ice conditions around the state due to snow that fell on thin ice before it had a chance to thicken.
December 12, 2007
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