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DNR and partners begin process to provide better off-highway motorcycle experiences

Aug 28, 2020 12:43PM ● By Editor

The master plan will gauge current use and trends, the desires of riders, the views of non-riders, and current and proposed opportunities. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - August 28, 2020

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DNR urges people to take precautions to keep bears away

Aug 18, 2020 10:25AM ● By Editor

A shortage of natural foods is causing more bear-human conflicts in northeastern and north-central Minnesota as bears gravitate toward food sources at homes, cabins and campsites. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - August 17, 2020

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Duluth Fire Dept. app helps save man alone, paralyzed on rural bike trail

Aug 12, 2020 06:28AM ● By Editor

No more than 15-minutes into his ride, Brok crashed his bike and found himself in a nightmare situation. "I slapped my legs, it was like hitting a 50-pound bag of cement." Landing directly on his head, and smashing his helmet, the impact of the crash left his lower body paralyzed. By Jessie Slater of KBJR-TV - August 11, 2020

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Voyageurs National Park asks visitors to pack out their trash

Aug 07, 2020 05:42AM ● By Editor

Park Superintendent Bob DeGross attributes the increase in garbage to a nearly 50 percent surge in overnight camping visitors, when compared to previous years. By Dan Kraker of Minnesota Public Radio News - August 7, 2020

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Park the Phone: Avoid Slipping Back into Old Habits by Going Hands Free

Aug 03, 2020 07:54AM ● By Editor

Extra Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Enforcement on Minnesota Roads Aug. 1-8. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - August 1, 2020

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Highway 61 detour at Grand Marais scheduled until August 24

Aug 01, 2020 09:27AM ● By Editor

Starting Monday, August 3, a full Hwy 61 detour on County Road 7 will be in place. This is the current truck detour. From the Minnesota Department of Transportation - July 31, 2020

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MnDOT reminds motorists to yield for pedestrians at trail crossings

Jul 31, 2020 07:56AM ● By Editor

Traffic on Highway 61 on the North Shore has been increasing as the summer has progressed. Drivers should be especially aware in areas where pedestrians or bicyclists are crossing the highway such as in towns, near state parks and at Gitchi-Gami Trail crossings. From the Minnesota Department of Transportation - July 30, 2020

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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Food Storage Order

Jul 23, 2020 06:27PM ● By Editor

The Superior National Forest is implementing Food Storage Order Number R9-09-20-0, which is necessary to reduce human and bear conflicts due to improperly stored food. From the US Forest Service - July 23, 2020.

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What you’ll need to take a safe, relaxing road trip: Hand sanitizer to coolers

Jul 13, 2020 07:09AM ● By Editor

Staying safe means having the vehicle checked before your trip and, while on the road, adhering to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for face coverings, social distancing to limit exposure. and simply practicing smart hygiene: By Janet Eastman from The Oregonian/OregonLive - July 13, 2020

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Minnesota DNR changing window for state park reservations

Jun 23, 2020 05:11AM ● By Editor

Currently, sites can be reserved up to a year in advance. Starting July 1, reservations will only be allowed up to four months in advance, though reservations made prior to that date will still be honored. From WDIO-TV - June 22, 2020

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