Lester Prairie-area residents and the greater McLeod County area have an exciting opportunity as the Minnesota Legislature convenes. Rep. Glenn Gruenhagen has put the Dakota Rail Regional Trail ...

A state senator wants to work with the federal government on land trades and facility acquisitions to create two new state ...

Spotify Minnesota’s state bird is everywhere: There are loons on license plates and library cards, at lottery counters, and ...

Three local lawmakers have introduced legislation to establish New Mexico's newest state park in Doña Ana County. Here's what ...

Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake and Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox return to talk about what's happening in the parks this month. We l ...

If you're looking for a laid back winter getaway, look no further than Taylors Falls; it's one of the best winter towns in ...

The Mississippi River from its humble beginning at Lake Itasca to St. Louis and beyond, is a treasured resource that we ...

Itasca State Park has transformed into a true winter adventure hub, offering expanded overnight options for both seasoned cold-weather enthusiasts and first-time winter travelers.

Check out these fun, educational and free opportunities to get outdoors in our area's state parks, wildlife refuges and more.

Conservation practices are increasing across Minnesota to protect the land and waters, and those leading the efforts were recognized recently at the state level ... by the Itasca Soil and Water ...