Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 158 - Natural Resources Department
Here’s a detailed overview of Minnesota Administrative Rules – Agency 158 (Department of Natural Resources):
📘 Agency 158 – Natural Resources Department
Agency 158 spans a broad range of environmental, wildlife, water, and land-use rules. Its chapters include:
Outdoor recreation & water resources
6100 – Outdoor Recreation
6102 – Recreational Vehicles
6105 – Wild, Scenic, and Recreational Rivers
6106 – Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area
6110 – Water Safety & Surface Use
6115 – Public Water Resources
6116 – Water Aeration Systems
6120 – Shoreland & Floodplain Management
6122 – Lakeshore Lease Appraisals
6125–6132 – Mineral & Peat Mining (includes ferrous, nonferrous, peat)
6133 – Restitution Value for Fish & Wildlife
6134 – Endangered, Threatened & Special Concern Species
6135 – Utility Crossings
6136 – Natural Preservation (Scientific & Natural Areas)
6140 – Boundary Waters Canoe Area Rules (revisor.mn.gov, regulations.justia.com)
Game, fish & wildlife management
6200 – Game & Fish General Provisions
6210 – Wildlife Management & Critical Habitat
6212 – Licenses & Permits
6213 – Electronic Licensing
6214 – Transfer of Wild Animals by Gift
6216 – Invasive Species
6218 – Public Water Access
6230 – Wildlife Management
6232 – Big Game (deer, bear, moose, elk, youth hunts, etc.) (law.cornell.edu, regulations.justia.com)
6234 – Small Game
6236 – Turkey Hunting
6237 – Prairie Chickens
6238 – Falconry
6240 – Migratory Birds
6242 – Shooting Preserves & Game Farms
6244 – Captive Wildlife
6250 – Private Fish Hatcheries
6252 – Fishing Methods
6254 – Minnows
6256 – Frogs & Turtles
6258 – Mussels (repealed)
6259 – Crayfish
6260 – Commercial Fishing
6262 – Fishing Regulations & Requirements
6264 – Designated Waters
6266 – Boundary Waters Fishing
6268 – Experimental Waters & Public Involvement
6270 – Aquatic Management Areas
6280 – Aquatic Plants & Nuisances
6282 – Ginseng
6284 – Wild Rice
6287 – Fish Egg Quarantine Facilities (law.cornell.edu)
🔍 Notable Chapters – Highlights
Chapter 6105 sets rules for wild and scenic rivers, including enforcement provisions in the Cannon River Management Plan (law.cornell.edu).
Chapter 6131 regulates peat mining—covering permit requirements, reclamation standards, and operational procedures (regulations.justia.com).
Chapter 6136 deals with the preservation of scientific and natural areas under DNR jurisdiction (casetext.com).
Chapter 6232 outlines rules for big game hunting including seasons, methods (archery, firearms), and special hunts (regulations.justia.com).
✅ How to Access Full Text
To view or download the complete rules, visit the Minnesota Revisor of Statutes site and navigate to:
Rules → Agency List → 158 – Natural Resources Department
You can then choose specific chapters (e.g., 6131 for peat mining, 6232 for big game). (revisor.mn.gov, regulations.justia.com)
Summary
Agency 158 comprises extensive rules spanning environmental conservation, water and land management, wildlife and fisheries, mineral extraction, recreational usage, and resource enforcement. Each chapter corresponds to a specific domain—ranging from river protection and mining to hunting seasons and invasive species control.
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