Bob Timmons
Outdoors reporter
Timmons used to coordinate the former Star Tribune Outdoors Weekend section. He joined the Star Tribune in 2005 after several years working on Page One at the St. Paul Pioneer Press. He's a University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (Wis.) graduate.
Latest from Bob Timmons
The latest Minnesota camping trend: crops and livestock
Campers are seeking farm sites for quiet, isolation and authentic experiences.
June 26, 2025
At 74, this Minnesota ultramarathoner isn't slowing down
Michael Koppy, of Hermantown, aims to be the oldest finisher ever of the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run.
June 25, 2025
Goodbye windshield stickers? Why Minnesota is looking to create a new kind of state park pass.
Linking park passes to vehicle registration could mean lower costs for visitors and more revenue for the state, the DNR says.
June 23, 2025
Potential fee hike for Boundary Waters trips has campers wondering: How much is too much?
A proposal by the Superior National Forest would more than double the price of BWCAW entry.
June 17, 2025
Proposal: More than double fees for Boundary Waters trips
Forest Service said money needed for staffing and to improve campsites and portages. Fee would more than double for BWCAW travelers.
June 16, 2025
After one of the darkest days in state history, Minnesotans wonder: Is this who we are now?
The shock and sorrow of Saturday’s killings have given way to questions about Minnesota’s political culture.
June 16, 2025
Feds now want employees on leave to help fight wildfires. Here’s what it could mean for Minnesota.
The federal government wants to beef up wildfire support with employees put on leave.
June 11, 2025
![Jon Settergren, a Nisswa firefighter, talks with other firefighters and surveys the smoldered remains of a structure as part of the efforts to combat the Camp House wildfire in Brimson, Minn. on Thursday, May 15, 2025. ]
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How to stay up to date on Minnesota wildfires and fire danger
Check these state, federal and local resources ahead of recreation plans.
June 9, 2025
Land snorkeling is the latest outdoors trend. So what exactly is it?
An old idea gets new attention thanks to its oddball name – and national media
June 4, 2025
So you want to get an e-bike? Here’s what you should know in Minnesota
More than 700,000 e-bike sales are projected in the United States this year. If you hope to be one of the people buying them, there are some basics you should know.
May 28, 2025
Rain tempers northeast Minnesota fires, burned areas opened to property owners
Groups have organized relief funds for those affected by the fires, and officials promise more support.
May 16, 2025
Minnesota wildfire risk called ‘critical’ as weather service issues watch
Dry fuel, record high temperatures and low humidity are raising the risk, and the state has brought in extra firefighting resources.
May 9, 2025
