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Chasing waterfalls? What to know before you go

May 15, 2022 10:12AM ● By Laura Durenberger

Waterfall season on the North Shore can be spectacular, but major flooding is causing road, park, and trail closures. Here's what you need to know. Boreal Media Exclusive - May 15, 2022

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Water safety top of mind on weekend of nice weather, fishing opener

May 14, 2022 03:45PM ● By Editor

“If you fall overboard you’re not going to be able to last very long in that water, and keep yourself upright and swimming, even if you’re a good swimmer,” declares Brian Nerbonne, the DNR Regional Fisheries Manager. By Richard Reeve of KSTP-TV May 14, 2022

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Lake Superior smelting tradition continues, despite new pollution concerns

May 13, 2022 07:58AM ● By Laura Durenberger

Groups of people line the shoreline with lanterns, portable heaters, and empty coolers they hope to fill with fish. They wear waders to stay warm in the 40-degree Lake Superior water - MPR News - May 13, 2022

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Ice still covering many lakes along Gunflint Trail

May 13, 2022 07:47AM ● By Laura Durenberger

With Minnesota Fishing Opener two days away, it'll be tough to get boats on lakes up the Gunflint Trail. Many are still fully ice-covered as of Thursday afternoon - WDIO - 5/13/2022

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VIDEO: The Catch: Climate Change and Your Allergies

May 12, 2022 10:45AM ● By Laura Durenberger

If you already suffer from seasonal allergies, get ready for more severe symptoms as the Great Lakes region experiences climate change in the coming decades - Great Lakes Now - May 9, 2022

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How Gooseberry Falls became a ‘destination park’

May 11, 2022 10:31AM ● By Laura Durenberger

One of Minnesota’s most popular nature areas, Gooseberry Falls was the first of eight state parks developed along Lake Superior’s North Shore - MinnPost - May 10, 2022

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Keeping a pulse on the Boundary Waters; local advocates urge Minnesota leaders to protect clean water

May 11, 2022 10:09AM ● By Laura Durenberger

A local group advocating to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) let their voice be heard in St. Paul - KBJR6.com - May 10, 2022

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How to safely put out your campfire or backyard fire

May 11, 2022 10:08AM ● By Laura Durenberger

One small spark can lead to widespread destruction in the blink of an eye - Fox 9 News - May 10, 2022

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Jumping worms in Minnesota: How to stop the spread

May 11, 2022 10:06AM ● By Laura Durenberger

The University of Minnesota is asking for the public’s help in stopping the spread of the "highly invasive" jumping worm - Fox 9 News - May 10, 2022

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DNR to host engagement sessions to inform all-terrain vehicle strategic planning

May 11, 2022 10:06AM ● By Laura Durenberger

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, at the direction of the Minnesota Legislature, is developing a statewide strategic plan for all-terrain vehicles - MN DNR - May 9, 2022

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