Minnesota Governor Tim Walz celebrates the opening weekend of the state’s firearms deer hunting season in Goodhue County, emphasizing the event’s significance to local culture and economy. During his visit, he discusses the impact of nearly 400,000 hunters who participate each year, contributing over $1.2 billion to the state’s economy through tourism and outdoor activities.
Walz is joined by DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen at a chronic wasting disease (CWD) check station, where they engage with hunters bringing in deer for sampling. Highlighting the role of hunting in wildlife management, Strommen notes that it helps maintain healthy deer populations and supports the state’s landscapes and ecosystems. This season, as families gather for this cherished tradition, both officials wish all hunters a safe and successful experience.
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