Finding great hunting ground open to the public is
often half the challenge of any hunt. However,
guests planning a Minnesota hunting trip to
McArdle's Resort find both great accommodations and
easy access to millions of acres of public hunting
ground in the Chippewa National Forest.
Aspen, birch, pines, balsam fir, and maples provide
outstanding habitat for grouse and bear which means
outstanding grouse hunting and
bear hunting for
you!. Water is also abundant in the Chippewa
Forest with plentiful lakes, rivers, streams and
wetlands making great opportunities for
duck hunting.
McArdle's Resort on Lake
Winnibigoshish has the perfect Minnesota hunting
resort for you and your hunting party. With
comfortable accommodations, a dining room and
friendly hosts you'll have a successful hunt and a
great trip up north! Contact us
today to check availability.
NOTE:
Completion of a Hunter Education/Firearms Safety course is now
required to purchase a hunting license for anyone born on or
after Dec. 31, 1979. Click here for the full story.
2008 - 2009 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.13, 2008
Pheasant
Oct. 11, 2008 - Jan. 1, 2009
Ruffed & Spruce Grouse
Sept. 16 - Jan.1, 2009
Sharp-tailed Grouse
Sept. 15 - Nov. 30, 2008
2008 Spring Wild Turkey (first season)
April 16 - May 29, 2008
Fall Wild Turkey Lottery Deadline
July 27, 2008
Fall Wild Turkey (first season)
Oct. 15 - 19, 2008
Fall Wild Turkey (second season)
Oct. 22 - 26, 2008
2008 Spring Wild Turkey Application Deadline
Dec. 7, 2008
Big Game
Bear hunt 2008 Application Deadline
May 4, 2008
Bear hunt - opener
Sept. 1 - Oct. 14, 2008
Special Youth Deer Hunt Application Deadline
Aug. 17, 2008
Deer Hunt Either Sex Application Deadline
Sept. 6, 2008
Deer Hunt Early Antlerless Opener
Oct. 13, 2008
Deer Hunting License on Sale
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Deer Hunt - Last Day toUpgrade Firearms Deer License
Nov. 2, 2008
Deer Opener - Archery
Sept. 13 - Dec. 31, 2008
Deer Opener - Firearms
Nov. 8, 2008
Deer Opener - Muzzleloader
Nov. 29 - Dec. 29, 2008
Elk Lottery Deadline
July 13, 2008
Elk (Bull)
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Elk - Antlerless - residents only
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Moose hunting license applications deadline
May 4, 2008
Moose - northeast zone
Oct. 4 - Oct. 20, 2008
Furbearers - Trapping/Hunting
Raccoon
Oct. 25, 2008 - March 15, 2009
Gray & Red Fox
Oct. 25, 2008 - March 15, 2009
Bobcat
Nov. 29, 2008 - Jan, 6, 2009
Pine Marten & Fisher
Nov. 29, 2008 - Dec. 9, 2009
Mink & Muskrat (north zone) > Opener
Oct. 25, 2008 - Feb. 29, 2009
Mink & Muskrat (south zone) > Opener
Nov. 1, 2008 - May 15, 2009
Beaver (north zone) > Opener
Oct. 25, 2008 - May 15, 2009
Beaver (south zone) > Opener
Nov. 1, 2008 - May 15, 2009
Otter (north zone) > Opener
Oct. 25, 2008 - Jan. 6, 2009
Otter (south zone) > Opener
Nov. 1, 2008 - Jan. 6, 2009
Migratory Birds
Spring Light Goose Season
March 1 - April 30, 2008
General duck and goose
Oct. 4, 2008 (tentative)
Rails, snipe - opener
Sept. 1 - Nov. 4, 2008
Woodcock
Sept. 20 - Nov. 5, 2008
Crow 2008 - First Season
March 1 - 31, 2008
Crow 2008 - Second Season
July 15, - Oct. 15, 2008
Mourning doves
Sept. 1 - 2008
Early Canada goose
Sept. 6 - 2008 (tentative)
Late Canada Goose
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Helpful links for great Minnesota Hunting:
2007 Hunting Regulations (.pdf) Note: 2008 Regulations will be added as soon as they are available.
Finding great hunting ground open to the public is
often half the challenge of any hunt. However,
guests planning a Minnesota hunting trip to
McArdle's Resort find both great accommodations and
easy access to millions of acres of public hunting
ground in the Chippewa National Forest. 