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Fire destroys main lodge at popular northern Minnesota resort

Fire destroys main lodge at popular northern Minnesota resort

The main building at a northern Minnesota resort that has hosted cross-country ski retreats, language camps, weddings and conferences for years was destroyed by fire Monday. News of the fire prompted an online outpouring of stories, memories and sympathy.
by Tim Nelson and MPR News Staff

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DNR aims to capture hunter observations for science

DNR aims to capture hunter observations for science

The Minnesota DNR is trying to encourage more deer hunters to join a citizen science data collection project. The hunter observations can provide valuable information about wildlife populations trends, but few Minnesota hunters are participating.
by Dan Gunderson

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Future of Mississippi River dams in Twin Cities up for discussion again

Future of Mississippi River dams in Twin Cities up for discussion again

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is about to restart a study charting the future of the Mississippi River gorge between Minneapolis and St. Paul, after barge traffic on that stretch of the river ended in 2015.
by Tim Nelson

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Cooler weather kicking Minnesota fall colors into drive

Cooler weather kicking Minnesota fall colors into drive

Autumnal equinox on Thursday? Northern Minnesota highs falling into the 50s? Those are the ingredients for a fall color explosion.
by MPR News Staff

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Autumn starting to show its true colors around Minnesota

Autumn starting to show its true colors around Minnesota

The Minnesota DNR’s fall colors map suggests your best chances at spotting the seasonal shift will be in the northwest, central south and western border near South Dakota near the Minnesota River.
by Matt Mikus

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In Focus: How to make outdoor recreation welcoming for all 

Research shows that people of color are far less likely to engage in nature-based outdoor recreation activities than their white peers. During this In Focus discussion from the Minnesota State Fair, host Twila Dang discusses the so-called nature gap and what to do about it, with outdoor equity experts Anthony Taylor and Asha Shoffner.
by Twila Dang and Kelly Gordon

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This map can tell you when fall foliage is peaking in 2022

This map can tell you when fall foliage is peaking in 2022

Aspen, maple and other trees are about to turn vivid shades of gold, orange and crimson — but when? It depends on a range of factors, from drought to local temperatures.
by Bill Chappell

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Remember September? DNR says autumn leaves are on their way

Remember September? DNR says autumn leaves are on their way

While the first week of September felt more like summer than fall, that doesn’t mean fall colors won’t be here soon. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' first fall color finder report of the season is here.
by Sam Stroozas

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Minnesota angler catches fresh water jellyfish on camera

Minnesota angler catches fresh water jellyfish on camera

A St. Cloud resident discovered freshwater jellyfish during a recent fishing trip. The species is not native to Minnesota, but DNR officials say they aren’t considered invasive and have been in various Minnesota lakes for years.
by Matt Mikus

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Infrequently Asked Fair Questions: What happens to the DNR fish after the State Fair is over?

Infrequently Asked Fair Questions: What happens to the DNR fish after the State Fair is over?

Each year the Minnesota State Fair stocks a pond full of fish at the Minnesota State Fair. But what happens to the fish after the fair is done? MPR News reporter Tim Nelson set out to reel in the answer.
by Tim Nelson

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