Genevieve (MN DNR) is holding a virtual tour of the Fish Hatchery Wednesday, May 7th @ 12 N

Minnesota DNR hosts webinar on the role of state fish hatcheries, BearWise

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the spring program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship webinar series.

On Wednesday, May 7, join Genevieve Furtner, DNR St. Paul fish hatchery supervisor, for a talk about fish production and a virtual tour of the DNR St. Paul fish hatchery that will show more about the important role hatcheries play in fisheries management.

Then, on Wednesday, May 14, Andrew Tri, DNR bear researcher and Franklin Whittaker, BearWise coordinator, will discuss how to be BearWise, keep your property safe, and keep bears wild. As we move into late spring, hibernation is over, and bears are out and about. Hear some simple tips on how to coexist with bears and keep property secure.

The Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series webinars are free and offered year-round, though registration is required. Visit the Outdoor Skills and Stewardship webpage of the Minnesota DNR website (mndnr.gov/discover) for the registration portal, more information about upcoming webinars and recordings of past webinars.

NOTE:  Although this webinar is not listed - just click the Registration Button, that page will list it.  OR click HERE to go right to the registration page.