Lakeshore management and restoration information (updated January, 2006)

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers a multitude of information regarding the ownership of shoreland along with its care and restoration possibilities. Below are some links to valuable information.

For the "Guide for Buying and Managing Shoreland", click on the following link: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/shorelandmgmt/guide/index.html

If you are planning to alter your shoreline, the DNR has created some information sheets which may be helpful to you. http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/publications/waters/shoreline_alteration.html

The DNR has also developed a CD-ROM program entitled "Restore Your Shore" which offers valuable information to assist you with shoreline restoration projects. http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/restoreyourshore/index.html

For information regarding harmful exotic aquatic plants, click on this link: http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/assistance/backyard/shorelandmgmt/aquatic_plants_gardeners.pdf

Another source of information about helping fish & wildlife along the shore is a brochure entitled, "The Water's Edge." Click on this link for the .pdf version of it: http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/assistance/backyard/shorelandmgmt/savewateredge.pdf

A guide to aquatic plant identification and management is found at: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/shorelandmgmt/apg/index.html

Information on using your shoreline in a sustainable manner is found at: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/shorelandmgmt/apg/index.html