outdoors

Hot and dry conditions are leading to warmer lake and river water, and that's creating stressful conditions for fish in Minnesota.

From Lake Michigan and smaller inland waters, these are Wisconsin's 5 most dangerous bodies of water, ranked by fatal-incident data, water traffic, and key environmental conditions.

Minnesota may give duck hunters a simpler choice: three ducks a day of any species or sex, instead of the current six-duck limit and its species-by-species rules. The DNR is taking public comments through August 17. Here's how to weigh in.

Minnesota has five state parks that most people drive right past — and one of them sits where two rivers met a whole civilization.

Smoke can get inside your home, even if your windows and doors are shut. Here's what to know about using the air conditioner indoors and if it is safe.

The 27-mile Roseau River Wildlife Drive is opening for 3 limited runs, the first one is July 18-26. Birders could see the approximately 149 bird species that breed within the area, including rare species like yellow rails and horned grebes.

Ramsey County had to shut down mulch giveaways at two yard waste sites this summer — and the reason behind it is something most gardeners have never heard of.

Planning a north-woods camping trip? The U.S. Forest Service has banned tents and even pop-up campers at Minnesota's West Winnie Campground on Lake Winnibigoshish into the fall, citing frequent black bear activity.

For the first time, the Wisconsin DNR has confirmed an invasive vine called pale swallow-wort in two Wisconsin counties. It can crowd out native milkweed and trap monarch butterflies, and officials are asking the public to help spot it.

Planning to take a young hunter out this fall? Minnesota's special youth deer hunts have a new lead-free ammunition rule with no exceptions this year — and applications open soon. Here's everything you need before you apply.