LAKE BRONSON, Minn. 鈥� The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Lake Bronson, near the city of Lake Bronson in Kittson County, the DNR announced Monday, March 24.
Lake Bronson, which covers about 312 acres, is located in Lake Bronson State Park. According to a DNR news release, state park staff reported a zebra mussel attached to a rock near a public access. A DNR invasive species specialist found more adult zebra mussels in the same area.
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Lake Bronson has been drawn down as part of a DNR project to replace the aging Lake Bronson Dam. While the park remains open, access to the lake is prohibited, and no fishing is allowed during the project to ensure public safety and protect sensitive resources in the project area. Project completion is anticipated by July 2027.
Based on in 2022, Lake Bronson has a healthy walleye population, along with good numbers of black crappies and northern pike. More information is available on the
More information about aquatic invasive species prevention is available on the .
Voyageurs National Park marks 50 years
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. 鈥� , in collaboration with the (NPS), is celebrating 50 years of Voyageurs National Park. Established on April 8, 1975, Voyageurs spans more than 218,000 acres of lakes, forests and streams in northern Minnesota. The primarily water-based and is one of the state鈥檚 top natural wonders and home to some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Voyageurs Conservancy, the official charitable partner of the park, and the NPS will commemorate the Minnesota milestone . Events on tap include:
- Gov. Tim Walz to proclaim April 8 鈥淰oyageurs National Park Day鈥� in Minnesota.
- NPS Archives Tour, Voyageurs National Park Headquarters and virtual webinar, April 8.
- National Park Week, April 19-27.
- Voyageurs 50th Birthday Party, Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis, May 29.
- Limited Edition park merchandise and prints available, spring 2025.
- Voyageurs 50th Anniversary Photo Contest and Summer Sweepstakes, summer 2025.
- Voyageurs Scavenger Hunt, summer 2025.
- All-New Crane Lake Visitor Center opening, summer 2025.
- Voyageurs at the Minnesota State Fair, August 2025.
- Park Artist-In-Residence Symphony debut, fall 2025.
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