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City of Austin 2022 Special Deer Hunt

With confirmation from the DNR, the city is holding a special deer bow hunt again this fall to help keep the deer population at a healthy level. The hunt runs from October 16 through December 31. Hunters are working with the Nature Center to ensure that visitors may safely use the trails while the hunt is in progress.  All hunters were required to pass a proficiency test and complete their bowhunter education course before applying to participate in the hunt.  Deer stands must be located 100 feet from trails and 150 feet from structures.

Proficiency archery test dates and times: August 24th from 5 - 8 pm and August 27th from 9 am - 1 pm. Located at the Cedar River Archery Club. To participate in the proficiency test please bring $5 cash or check made out to the Cedar River Archery Club 

For all the up-to-date rules and regulations [click here]
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This year there is a large push for CWD testing in this area. For more information on CWD in MN, please visit https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html.

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CWD sampling drop off location
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Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
1304 21st St NE
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-7519
Email: info@hormelnaturecenter.org

Fax: (507) 396-2903
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  • Home
  • About
    • eNewsletters
    • FAQ/Rules
    • Trail Map
    • Education Programs
    • History
    • Staff
    • Nature Center Gifts
    • Canoe & Kayak Rental
    • Injured/Abandoned Animals
    • 50th Anniversary
  • Programs & Events
    • Upcoming Programs and Events
    • Summer Classes
    • Calendar of Events
    • Trail Access Tours
    • Nature Play Afternoons
    • Senior Specials
    • Eco-Blitz: Tree Week
    • Dammen Adventure Family Fun Day
    • Bus Trip
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer
    • Friends of the Hormel Nature Center
    • Employment
  • Facility Rental
  • Sola Fide Observatory
    • Cedar River Astronomy Club
    • Night Sky Viewing Guide
  • Resources
    • Scavenger Hunts
    • Nature Notes
    • Radio: What's New In Nature?
    • Rain Garden
    • Pollinator Garden
    • Gravel Bed Tree Nursery
    • Sustainable Tips
    • Environmental Education Resources
  • Track Power Chair Rentals