By: Julie Enderby, Education & Volunteer Supervisor

Heartfelt thanks to all of our leaders of volunteers! Putting on the extra “hat” helps make amazing things happen.

By: Dr. Doreen Martinez

Guest speaker Dr. Doreen E. Martinez provided a thought provoking keynote speech for our All-Staff gathering. Revisit some of her background, themed content, and presentation materials.

By: Compass Teams

Learn more about DNR’s COMPASS teams and their current work…

By: Jenevieve Kramer, Communications Coordinator

Regular visitors remind us to be mindful of seasonal safety…

By: Korrie Johnston, Communications Supervisor

Sometimes ‘checking out’ to ‘check in’ is just what we need. Read how one staff member leans on public lands for wellness and grounding…

By: Cindy Claggett, Carter Lake District Manager

Read how one of our camp hosts goes above and beyond to support positive connections to nature at Pinewood…

By: Amy Gilboy, Restoration and Stewardship Specialist

Read the restoration story of River Bluffs Open Space and how the river corridor is now flourishing…

By: Trevor Knight, Senior Ranger

Seeking mentors for the Department’s first mentorship program launching this fall…

By: Chris Metz, Land Stewardship Tech II

Managing noxious weeds in the Cameron Peak burn area will continue through 2028 via a renewed partnership with the USFS…

By: Jenevieve Kramer, Communications Coordinator

A simple late summer zoo visit brought home the ecological value of even the most familiar species, a racoon!