These Hunting Seasons Start in Minnesota on Labor Day
As the sun rises on a new hunting season, excitement fills the air for bear and dove enthusiasts across Minnesota.
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Did You Know MN Bear Hunt Applications Are Due This Friday?
Don't miss out: The deadline for bear hunting license applications in Minnesota is fast approaching. Are you ready for the 2025 season?
What to Know About Bear Hunting Season in Minnesota
The bear hunting season in northern and northeastern Minnesota starts September 1. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says baiting started last week and the food supply for bears appears better than originally expected.
Bear Spotted Near Clearwater; Bear Hunting Numbers in Minnesota
More and more bears are being spotted in Minnesota over the past few years. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says that more bears have moved into to Central Minnesota but it is also possible we are seeing them more because of trail cameras and people seeing them on properties and snapping a picture of them.
MN Man Charged With Baiting and Killing Bear
A Minnesota Man has been charged with baiting and killing a bear.
Bear Hunters Having Success in Minnesota
The bear hunting harvest was expected to be high this year. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON today. He says he is hearing that the hunting has been "phenomenal" for bears so far. Bear hunting starting September 1st and will continue through October 18th in Minnesota.
Bear Hunting On the Rise in Minnesota
Minnesota's bear population has been on the rise over the past few years. The DNR has indicated that the amount of those applicating for bear hunting is up to 24,600 people. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News says we haven't seen that number in more than 2 decades according to the DNR. He says "Minnesota is a really good bear hunting state."