A Reminder from the DNR

As Saturday’s Deer Opener draws near, the Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that only DNR-approved firewood may be brought onto any DNR-administered lands, including state forests and wildlife management areas. Firewood is approved for use by DNR location and is not necessarily approved for use at another location. Hunters must keep the receipt supplied by the approved vendor as proof of purchase and as evidence the firewood is approved. State parks sell DNR-approved firewood for onsite use. Unopened firewood purchased at the park can be returned for a refund. People who camp in state forests may gather dead wood on the ground for campfire use on site. Transporting unapproved firewood can quickly spread damaging invasive species such as emerald ash borer, which can kill ash trees they infest. Minnesotans can follow these tips to keep forest pests from spreading: Dont bring firewood along with you on a camping trip. Buy local firewood. Dont bring extra firewood home with you from a camping trip. And, dont buy or move firewood that came from outside of Minnesota. A list of approved firewood vendors by location is on the DNR website.