Hunting has been a tradition in Minnesota for many generations. A large majority of Minnesota voters affirmed hunting is a constitutionally protected privilege in 1998. With almost 10 million acres of public land available for hunting, about half-a-million people hunt deer in Minnesota. The state has numerous knowledgeable hunting guides or you can always head out on your own provided you know and understand Minnesota's hunting regulations. Know matter what you choose, a hunting trip in Minnesota is sure to be memorable one.

An abundance of big game can be found in the forests of Minnesota, as well as smaller game and many birds. Larger game includes bears, moose, elk, and deer, while smaller game includes furbearers, rabbits, grouse, and gray partridges. Hunters in Minnesota will also find mourning doves, pheasants, prairie chickens, wild turkey, and various waterfowl.

Minnesota's hunting and trapping seasons are based on specific opening and closing dates. Much of there game such as bears, moose, prairie chickens, turkeys, elk, and even deer during certain parts of their season, are based on a lottery. There are applications available for lotteries, but there are specific deadlines that an application must be submitted by. During specific dates of the fall, bear, mourning dove, waterfowl, small game, grouse, turkey, moose, pheasant, deer, and furbearer seasons are opened and closed. Some species seasons extend into the winter such as various small game. Be aware that certain deer seasons are limited to archery, while others are open to firearms.
 
Before heading out on any hunting trip be sure you know and understand the state's rules and regulations. Check out the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for hunting seasons, opening and closing dates, and application deadlines. Find out about licenses, permit requirements, and safety. Once you begin your hunting expedition in Minnesota, you may decide you want to purchase your own beautiful piece of Minnesota land.