MDHA working to prevent trespassing conflicts

Minnesota Deer Hunters Association has produced Hunter Access Cards for use by both hunters and landowners to foster positive hunter-landowner relations. Available, free of charge, the perforated card separates into two business card sized halves, one for the hunter and one for the landowner. The hunter fills out the card by providing their name, address, phone number, vehicle description and license number and gives this to the landowner. The landowner then signs the other half, giving the hunting guest written permission to enter the private lands.

Hunter Access cards are available free of charge and can be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

MDHA Hunter Access Initiative
460 Peterson Road
Grand Rapids, MN 55744-8413

According to Mark Johnson, Executive Director of MDHA, "Hunter Access Cards are designed to foster communication and understanding between the landowner and the hunter. Showing respect for private property by asking for permission can prevent misunderstandings and lead to increased hunting opportunities. It is always a good idea to ask permission even if the private land you want to hunt is not posted."