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For the avid hunter in the family, there is plenty of opportunity to sharpen those hunting
skills in the Minnesota Northwoods. Whether it is big game, small game, or waterfowl you are after,
there is a wide variety for your hunting  pleasure. This area has an abundance of whitetail deer and open
season starts in mid-September for archery and early November for firearms. Ruffed grouse are
also a commodity in the Northwoods. The open season for grouse and partridge begins in mid-September and
continues to the end of the year. For that "really big game" hunter, the season for Minnesota Black Bear opens at the
end of August.
The more than 1,000 lakes in Itasca County make perfect haven for many migratory birds that come each year
to nest and stay for the summer and fall. Canadian Geese and ducks are popular birds hunted on our area
lakes. Waterfowl season begins the end of September. See exact season dates below.
The Edge of the Wilderness Resort Area is alive with the many sights and sounds of an abundant supply of wildlife. It offers
a tremendous opportunity to teach your family about Minnesota's greatest resource - nature.
We encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful experience and book your next hunting vacation with
us.
2012-2013 Minnesota Hunting Calendar
This calendar will be updated as information becomes available from the MN/DNR. |
Small Game
| Cottontail Rabbit, Jack-rabbit and Snowshoe Hare, Gray & Fox Squirrel |
Sept.15, 2011 - Feb. 29, 2012 |
| Pheasant |
Oct. 13, 2012 - Jan. 1, 2013 |
| Ruffed, Spruce Grouse & Partridge |
Sept. 15, 2012 - Jan. 1, 2013 |
| Sharp-tailed Grouse |
Sept. 15, 2012 - Nov. 30, 2012 |
| Fall Wild Turkey Lottery Deadline |
July 27, 2012 |
| Fall Wild Turkey First Season |
Sept. 29, 2012 - Oct. 28, 2012 |
| 2012 Spring Wild Turkey Lottery Application Deadline |
Jan. 13, 2012 |
| 2012 Spring Wild Turkey Season |
Apr. 18, 2012 - |
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Big Game
| Bear Hunt Lottery Deadline (applications avail. late Mar.) |
May 4, 2012 |
| Bear Hunt - Opener |
Sept. 1 - Oct. 14, 2012 |
| Antlerless Deer and Special Hunt Lottery Deadline |
Sept. 6, 2012 |
| Deer Hunt Early Antlerless Opener |
Oct. 20-21, 2012 (tentative) |
| Deer Hunting License on Sale |
tba |
| Deer Opener - Archery |
Sept. 15 - Dec. 31, 2012 |
| Deer Opener - Firearms |
Nov. 3 - 18, 2012 |
| Deer Opener - Muzzleloader |
Nov. 24 - Dec. 9, 2012 |
| Elk Hunt Lottery Deadline |
June 1, 2012 |
| Elk (Bull) |
TBA |
| Elk - Antlerless - residents only |
TBA |
| Moose Hunt Lottery Deadline |
May 4, 2012 |
| Moose - Northeast Zone |
Sept. 29 - Oct. 14, 2012 |
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Furbearers - Trapping/Hunting
| Raccoon |
Oct. 20, 2012 - March 15, 2013 |
| Gray & Red Fox, Badger |
Oct. 20, 2012 - March 15, 2013 |
| Bobcat |
Nov. 24, 2012 - Jan, 5, 2013 |
| Pine Marten & Fisher |
Nov. 24, 2012 - Dec. 2, 2012 |
| Mink & Muskrat |
Oct. 22, 2012 - Feb. 28, 2013 |
| Beaver |
Oct. 27, 2012 - April 30, 2013 |
| Otter |
Oct. 27, 2012 - Jan. 5, 2013 |
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Migratory Birds
| Spring Light Goose Season |
Mar. 1 - Apr. 30, 2012 |
| Crow 2012 - 1st Season |
Mar. 1 - 31, 2012 |
| General Duck and Goose |
Sept. 22 - Nov. 27, 2012 |
Snow, Blue, Ross & White-Fronted Geese
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Sept. 29 - Dec. 23, 2012 |
Early Canada Goose
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Sept. 1 - 22, 2012 |
| Youth Waterfowl Hunt Day |
Sept. 15, 2012 |
| Late Canada Goose |
TBA |
| Rails, Snipe - opener |
Sept. 1 - Nov. 5, 2012 |
| Woodcock |
Sept. 22 - Nov. 5, 2012 |
Crow 2012 - Second Season
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July 15 - Oct 15, 2012 |
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Helpful links for great Minnesota Hunting:
Licensing & Regulations:
Minnesota DNR Region II, Northeast Regional Wildlife Headquarters --
1201 East Highway 2, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 Phone: 218-327-4413
Completion of a Hunter Education/Firearms Safety course is a must to purchase a hunting license
for anyone born on or after Dec. 31, 1979.
Click here for more info.
Resident Hunting License Information
Non-Resident Hunting License Information
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