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NWS update: Winter Storm Warning with 70% probability of 6+ inches; peak impacts expected Tuesday P.M. and Wednesday A.M.

Nov 25, 2025 08:55AM ● By Content Editor

Travelers planning to move through the area "must prepare for severe conditions," the NWS stated in its November 25 update. According to the forecast, valid through noon on Thursday, November 27, Cook County should expect 6–8 inches of snow for areas along Lake Superior and the northern portions of the county, and 8–12 inches for Grand Portage and the mid-section of the county - Boreal - November 25, 2025

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Opportunity for input: Foraging on state-managed lands

Nov 25, 2025 08:01AM ● By Content Editor

The Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force is designed to gather and review applicable information and develop recommendations to the legislature for foraging (mushrooms, berries, and plants) on DNR-managed lands - MN DNR - Nov 25, 2025

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Weekly Conservation Officer Reports for Northeast Minnesota

Nov 25, 2025 06:12AM ● By Editor

The weekly Conservation Officer Reports for Northeast Minnesota can be found below - MN DNR - November 25, 2025

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Updated: Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow forecasted for Cook County, Grand Portage, and northern Minnesota during Thanksgiving travel period

Nov 24, 2025 02:38PM ● By Content Editor

A major winter storm is projected to impact northern Minnesota, including Cook County and Grand Portage, from late Monday, November 24, through Thursday, November 27, 2025, which is expected to impact anyone traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday to and from the area - Boreal - Nov 24, 2025

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USFS prescribed burning update: East Bearskin Lake burns continue, added locations include Hungry Jack Lake, Menogyn, and Squint Lake

Nov 24, 2025 12:07PM ● By Content Editor

The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has scheduled additional prescribed pile burning operations to be conducted by firefighters from the Gunflint and Tofte Ranger Stations of the Superior National Forest - Boreal - November 24, 2025

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Winter Storm Watch for Cook County

Nov 23, 2025 03:29PM ● By Editor

Total snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches possible - NOAA - November 23, 2025

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Minnesota DNR announces online auction public land sale

Nov 22, 2025 07:15AM ● By Content Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will offer state lands in Carlton, Clearwater, St. Louis, and Wadena counties during an upcoming public land sale. These rural properties might appeal to adjacent landowners or offer recreational opportunities, such as hunting or camping - MN DNR - Nov 22, 2025

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Thanksgiving weather alert: NWS warns of potential winter pattern shift, issues long-term seasonal forecast

Nov 20, 2025 10:39AM ● By Content Editor

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday next week, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Duluth issued a weather outlook that suggests travelers should prepare for a significant "pattern change" that could "usher the region into winter mode" and potentially cause travel disruptions - Boreal - Nov 20, 2025

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Hook-setting devices allowed starting with the 2025-26 Minnesota ice fishing season

Nov 19, 2025 12:00PM ● By Content Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has changed the rules surrounding ice anglers’ use of automatic hook-setting devices and has clarified rules about multiple hook configurations and length - MN DNR - Nov 19, 2025

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Superior National Forest Christmas tree permits available online for the upcoming holiday season

Nov 18, 2025 08:58AM ● By Content Editor

Fourth graders with an Every Kid Outdoors pass are eligible for a free Christmas tree permit and can apply by entering the pass or voucher number when purchasing a permit (note: a $2.50 reservation fee will be applied) - SNF - Nov 18, 2025

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