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Read the latest Wabana Chain of Lakes Association newsletters below. Have a photo or story idea for a future issue? Email Lynne Pernsteiner at setofsteins@msn.com.

Latest DNR Information

Connect with the outdoors at the Minnesota DNR’s 2026 State Fair exhibits, presentations (published August 20, 2026) August 20, 2026
Through popular annual attractions, exhibits, activities and presentations, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ building and surrounding grounds at the Minnesota State Fair (Aug. 27 to Sept. 7) provide a unique opportunity for fairgoers to experience and learn about nature.
Celebrate the end of summer at Minnesota state parks and recreation areas this Labor Day weekend (published August 20, 2026) August 20, 2026
Whether people are looking for a day trip or a full weekend, Minnesota state parks and trails have something everyone can enjoy this Labor Day weekend.
DNR schedules August, September online auctions for confiscated fishing, hunting equipment (published August 20, 2026) August 20, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has scheduled two public auctions for confiscated fishing, hunting and trapping equipment.
Glow in the dark while hiking at Flandrau State Park (published August 20, 2026) August 20, 2026
Enjoy self-guided hikes with glow sticks and flashlights.
33 Minnesota communities receive grants to plant thousands of trees (published August 17, 2026) August 17, 2026
New grant open through Sept. 14
Hunters urged not to shoot ear-tagged, radio-collared research bears (published August 17, 2026) August 17, 2026
Collared bears provide important data to inform management decisions
Minnesota DNR accepting feedback on Lake Shaokatan Vegetation Management Plan (published August 17, 2026) August 17, 2026
Plan dictates how often lake can receive herbicidal treatment
Minnesota DNR accepting comments on trout stream and lake designations (published August 13, 2026) August 13, 2026
Under a proposal from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, some streams and lakes with the cold, clear water needed to support trout populations would be newly designated as trout streams and stream trout lakes, affording them a higher level of protection under state law.
Minnesota DNR hosts open house at the Hubbel Pond WMA (published August 13, 2026) August 13, 2026
Event is part of the 75th anniversary celebration of wildlife management areas in Minnesota
Zebra mussels confirmed in Kabekona Lake in Hubbard County (published August 13, 2026) August 13, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Kabekona Lake, near Benedict, in Hubbard County.

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