It’s the time of year when anglers and hunters need to buy new fishing and hunting licenses. Minnesota fishing, hunting, and trapping licenses for 2022 expired Tuesday, Feb. 28. Licenses for 2023 are now available wherever fishing and hunting licenses are sold, online (dnr.state.mn.us/licenses), and by telephone at (888) 665-4236. Mobile buyers receive a text or email that serves as proof of a valid fish or game license to state conservation officers.
All 2023 fishing licenses become effective Wednesday, March 1. New licenses are required for 2023 hunting and fishing seasons that continue past Feb. 28.