From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

-- Deer hunters, forest users advised about wet conditions. Minnesota residents and guests visiting state forests to use caution when operating motor vehicles or riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) to avoid negative impacts to forest access trails and roads. Current road and trail conditions are wet throughout much of northern Minnesota due to the recent heavy rains.

To learn more, click on this link: http://news.dnr.state.mn.us/index.php/2009/10/29/deer-hunters-forest-users-advised-about-wet-conditions-across-much-of-northland/ .

Hunters urged to STOP for survival
Getting lost in the woods can happen to even the best hunter, according to Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Enforcement Education Program coordinator. He encourages lost individuals to remain calm and just STOP.  To find out more, click on this link: http://news.dnr.state.mn.us/index.php/2009/10/29/hunters-urged-to-stop-for-survival/ .

State Forest Recreation Guide now available
People looking for new outdoor adventures can explore the 4 million acres in Minnesota’s 58 state forests for free. Minnesota’s state forests, located across the state, can be visited with no admission fee or vehicle permit. To find out how to get a copy, click on this link: http://news.dnr.state.mn.us/index.php/2009/10/29/minnesota-state-forest-recreation-guide-now-available/ .