Archery Permits at Camp Ripley

Hunters interested in the regular archery deer hunts at Camp Ripley near Little Falls are reminded that this year’s  deadline is August 13th.

Hunters may pick from only one of two hunting seasons, Oct. 21-22 or Oct. 30-31 .

A total of 5,000 permits, 2,500 per two-day hunt, will be made available. Successful applicants must purchase a valid archery license at least two days before their hunt to participate. The bag limit for this year’s hunt is two, and bonus permits may be used to take antlerless deer.

The application fee for the hunt is $8 per applicant. Those who apply by phone or Internet will be charged an additional convenience fee of 3 percent ($0.24) per transaction.

The archery hunt at Camp Ripley is an annual event. The DNR coordinates the hunt with the Department of Military Affairs, which manages the 53,000-acre military reservation.