Bemidji Get New DNR HQ Director

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has named Lori Dowling as director of its regional headquarters in Bemidji, which serves 23 counties in northwestern Minnesota.  She replaces Mike Carroll, who has become an assistant DNR commissioner for field operations and community outreach.

Dowling’s job will focus on community outreach. She will work with local units of government, tribes and cooperators in promoting a unified DNR effort to enhance the economic, recreational and conservation uses of Minnesota's natural resources.