Hunt Safe: Covid Updates for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Minnesota DNR updates outdoor recreation rules during Covid-19 emergency
The DNR and Minnesota Department of Health have released new outdoor recreation guidelines for use during the COVID-19 pandemic. See the details HERE.

Iowa DNR website offers outdoor recreation rules in effect during pandemic

The state has created a webpage where you can find virus-related closures and regulations. View it HERE.

Wyoming Game and Fish Commission finalizes 2020 hunting seasons
The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission held its April meeting online from the agency’s headquarters office in Cheyenne to set hunting seasons and address other matters. Setting hunting seasons is one of the main tasks before the Commission each spring, and the 2020 proposals were reviewed, some modified and all approved. Read more HERE.

Nebraska to consider changes to deer, elk and antelope regulations
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider recommendations for 2020 deer, antelope and elk hunting seasons when it meets May 8 in Lincoln. Find out more HERE.

Nebraska seeks landowners to enroll in hunting and fishing access program
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is looking to add more hunting and fishing access opportunities through its Open Fields and Waters Program. Get the details HERE.

“Grand Canyon of the Black Hills” now protected
A 10-mile stretch of critical elk and riparian habitat highlighted by Wyoming’s scenic Grand Canyon of the Black Hills is now permanently protected. The accomplishment represents a collaborative effort between landowners, Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments and State Forestry, and conservation organizations including the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Read the story HERE.

Hornady wins major defense contract
A specialized group from the U.S. Department of Defense has purchased an undisclosed amount of 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition from Hornady for its long-range sniper platform. The 6.5 Creedmoor was tested and selected for engagements from 0 to 1,200 yards. Read the details HERE.

Virus forces NRA to cancel competitions
Due to the current state of affairs surrounding COVID-19, the uncertainties associated with this pandemic at present, and shutdowns across our country that has impeded vital preparatory work, the National Rifle Association has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 NRA Precision Pistol Championships scheduled for July 1-5, 2020, 2020 NRA High Power Championships scheduled for August 9-25, 2020 and the 2020 NRA Smallbore Championships scheduled for July 23 – August 4, 2020. Get more info HERE.