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DNR researchers want to count squirrels. But they'll have to catch them first
The DNR wants to count squirrels, but it has to catch them first.
Outdoors
Are you smarter than a fish? Take our walleye quiz
How much do you know about the Minnesota state fish? These 10 questions are designed to reveal how much you know about the walleye and get you ready for this weekend's fishing opener.
Outdoors
![Ben Weaver, musician, activist and outdoorist, at the Bloomington Ferry pedestrian bridge, Thursday, May 5, 2016 in Bloomington, MN. ] (ELIZABETH FLOR](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/IADIJBZVYR3TS47BEBTIBXD4DE.jpg?h=91&w=145&fit=crop&bg=999&crop=faces)
St. Paul musician and artist Ben Weaver is wedded to the wheel
Musician's travel by cycle is well-known, but it has helped him reach deeper places along the way.
Outdoors
Moose in Minnesota represent a mystery
Calves are born in May or June. Best place to see them, if you're lucky, is northern Minnesota.
Outdoors
Weekend Minnesota parks events from birding to archery for women
It's another heavy calendar of events at state and regional parks.
Outdoors
What photo gear to lug into the outdoors? It's tricky
Increasingly, people are finding lighter, smaller alternatives for the field. Here are some things to consider.
Outdoors
This Detroit Lakes cabin history is long on activity
Traditional lake fun prevails; Pine to Palm golf tournament is a big part, too
Outdoors
Fish tales with your photos return next week
Beginning next Wednesday, May 18, we will publish contributed photos of anglers and their catches, along with short tales about how and where the fish were landed.
Outdoors
Look down; there are morel mushrooms there
Southeastern Minnesota is arguably the best morel-picking region this spring.
Outdoors
Birds and their followers will come together for Detroit Lakes festival
Festival of Birds, in its 19th year, is testament to region's bounty
Outdoors
After settling in the blind, expecting mostly ducks, a surprise vise visitor …
Expecting mostly ducks, the author saw a mysterious bird appear.
Outdoors
Events set up for trout fishing, morel hunting and birding by canoe
Trout Day at Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park includes instruction and more.
Outdoors
This cabin worked its way to the top
Pop-up trailer and tent camping were a prelude to tranquility in northwestern Wisconsin.
Outdoors
Native sparrows come in a variety of colors unlike house sparrows
Contrary to popular thinking, many sparrow species are quite attractive
Local
DNR's plan to make all park campsites reservable set to begin
In three phases beginning Tuesday, there will be full access to any state park site.
Outdoors
ACLU sides with suspected Minnesota deer poacher in surveillance case
The ACLU's involvement raises the profile of the already closely watched criminal prosecution of Joshua Liebl for alleged game violations in Lac qui Parle County.
Outdoors
The pitch from Alisha Perkins? Be kind to yourself
Minnesota woman has experienced the benefits of running, and makes a point to get the word out.
Outdoors
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