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DNR reminds boaters to take precautions against aquatic invaders

While many Minnesota lakes are still covered by a thick layer of ice, the open water fishing season is just around the corner and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is already gearing up for this year’s fight against zebra mussels, spiny waterfleas and other aquatic invasive species (AIS).

May 09, 2013

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DNR uses dogs to detect zebra mussels

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be using three zebra mussel-sniffing K-9 teams for the first time this year to help combat the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).

May 07, 2013

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Last chance for lake service provider training before ice-out

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has added two aquatic invasive species (AIS) training sessions for businesses that install or remove water-related equipment such as docks, lifts, rafts, boats, or sprinkler systems from Minnesota lakes and rivers.

April 22, 2013

DNR to host aquatic invasive species training sessions

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Northwest Region is offering volunteer training workshops for citizens interested in informing the public about aquatic invasive species (AIS) and how to slow their spread.

March 25, 2013

Lake service providers offered training

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering aquatic invasive species (AIS) training to owners of lake service provider businesses in Minnesota so they can legally work in the state’s waters.

February 20, 2013

Aquatic invasive species symposium to take place this week

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Northwest Region will host the Northwest Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Symposium on Jan. 31, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., and Feb. 1, 9 a.m. - noon, at the Chase on the Lake Hotel and Conference Center, 502 Cleveland Blvd. in Walker.

January 28, 2013

New aquatic invasive species committee formed to work with DNR

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) commissioner Tom Landwehr appointed 15 members on December 19 to a new statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Advisory Committee.

January 09, 2013

Have zebra mussels met their match?

Have zebra mussels met their match? Will Zequanox be the “silver bullet” in stopping zebra mussels? A new study shows promising results, according to Marrone Bio Innovations, the company that manufactures the biopesticide.

January 02, 2013

Effort to kill zebra mussels on Irene fails

Effort to kill zebra mussels on Irene fails An effort to kill zebra mussels discovered in Lake Irene and Rose Lake was unsuccessful, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

By Al Edenloff , October 26, 2012

Effort to kill zebra mussels in Lake Irene, Rose Lake fails; Lake Miltona now infested

An effort to kill zebra mussels discovered in Lake Irene and Rose Lake was unsuccessful, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

October 23, 2012

Prevent spread of aquatic invasive species during cabin close-up

Labor Day has come and gone. Soon, Minnesotans will rake leaves and prepare for winter. But the switch from summer to fall means a new season where Minnesotans must be vigilant to prevent and curb the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) like zebra mussels.

October 05, 2012

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Conservation officers come across a cart full of trouble

Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are normally confined to waterways, so conservation officers (COs) with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) were surprised when they recently discovered a full-blown infestation in a parking lot.

October 05, 2012

Hire AIS-certified lake service providers to remove docks, lifts

Fall is the time when lakeshore and cabin owners will hire lake service providers to remove their boats, docks, boat lifts and other water-related equipment. To be vigilant against the potential spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS), any business or person hired to do such work must have the proper permit from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

September 26, 2012

Waterfowl hunters reminded to avoid spreading invasive species

With the hunting season upon us, it’s waterfowl hunters’ turn to help stop aquatic hitchhikers, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

September 26, 2012

DNR recommends boat launch improvements for AIS prevention

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has developed aquatic invasive species (AIS) best management practices (BMPs) for water accesses. The BMPs include recommended improvements at boat launches, which would make it easier for boaters to comply with the AIS actions required by state statute.

August 24, 2012

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