Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources

It's been another snowy start to a week in the Twin Ports and Minnesota's snowmobile trails officially opened on December 1, however, that doesn't mean all trails are ready for action.

It's been proven that spending time in nature provides health benefits and there's a state park or recreation area within 30 miles of most Minnesotans.

I spoke with the DNR today about some safety tips for enjoying the outdoors, and they had an important message for parents with Thanksgiving approaching.

There's an increased wildfire risk from dry conditions across much of Minnesota, including a portion of St. Louis County.

According to the DNR, tree stand accidents are the leading cause of injury to hunters. One in three people who hunt from an elevated stand will have a fall resulting in serious injury.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has set the bag limit for walleye on Upper Red Lake this winter.

A Minnesota angler caught a record-tying sunfish on a central Minnesota lake.

The Minnesota DNR is reminding hunters to brush up on Minnesota's firearms regulations ahead before heading out for the hunt.

The Minnesota wild turkey hunting season begins October 1 and the Minnesota DNR has a handy page filled with resources to help hunters.

This is the last resort from the DNR in an effort to restore 275 acres of wild rice to the St. Louis River.

Both Minnesota and Wisconsin have interactive pages that make it quick and easy to see the best places to see fall colors!

Fall is a great time of year to be on the water for outdoor recreation, the key is to take the potential cold water dangers seriously so you're prepared for accidents.