Historic Change on the Horizon: Minnesota Eliminates Shotgun-Only Deer Hunting Zone
After more than 80 years, Minnesota’s shotgun-only deer hunting zone is officially coming to an end. Thanks to the passage of the 2025 DNR omnibus bill, hunters statewide will be permitted to use all legal firearms—including rifles—during the regular firearms deer season starting in 2026. This long-anticipated change marks a significant shift in Minnesota’s hunting […]
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