The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources works closely with Minnesotans to conserve and manage the state's natural resources, provide outdoor recreation opportunities, and provide for commercial uses of natural resources in a way that creates a sustainable quality of life.

Every year, in support of this mission, the DNR holds “the Roundtable,” a gathering of stakeholders and conservation leaders to discuss fisheries, wildlife, and ecological and water resource issues in Minnesota.

The 2026 Roundtable will be held Friday, Jan. 9. Anticipated topics include the science behind fish and wildlife limits, the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Wildlife Management Areas, balancing management of aquatic vegetation, wake impact research, the future of fair chase and more. Program details will be available closer to the event.