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Study: interest in wildlife, outdoors resurges

Study reports resurgence in the number of Americans who say they hunt, fish and watch birds or other wildlife.
by Dan Kraker

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Q&A with 'Birdchick' Sharon Stiteler

Now that we're officially into the winter, we wondered how Minnesota's birds are faring — the ones that stick around.
by Tom Crann

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William Souder on Rachel Carson

William Souder on Rachel Carson

William Souder speaks at the University of Minnesota Bookstore about his book, "On a Farther Shore: The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson." This year marks the 50th anniversary of her influential book, "Silent Spring."

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DNR seeking helicopters for fire control

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for helicopter and pilot services for its fire control bases in Cloquet, Princeton and Roseau.
by Tom Robertson

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Lab gets upgrade help to fight Asian carp

Lab gets upgrade help to fight Asian carp

The University of Minnesota lab charged with finding ways to fight Asian carp and other invasive species is about to get a makeover.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Wolf hunting in Wis. closes for season

Wolf hunting in Wis. closes for season

Wisconsin closed the last of its six wolf hunting zones on Sunday evening after reaching its target quota.
by Dan Kraker

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Minn. mine plan open for public comment

Environmental reviews of two proposed silica sand mines in Winona County are up for public comment starting Monday.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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