Maple Grove issues permits for limited hunting of deer and geese. To hunt in the city you must possess a valid deer or goose hunting permit signed by the police department.

In order to receive a permit to hunt you must:

1. Complete the permit application and include the signature of the landowner(s) giving you permission to hunt in a specific location.
2. Return the completed application to the Hunting Coordinator at the Maple Grove Police Department.
3. Pay a fee of $15.00 for deer hunting or $10.00 for goose hunting.
4. Attend a hunter orientation class. 

Classes start at 6:00 p.m. and are held at the Maple Grove Government Center. 

• Tuesday, August 30, 2011
• Thursday, September 8, 2011
• Wednesday, October 5, 2011

2011 Hunting Requirement:

All Maple Grove hunters, no matter of age, are required to show proof of possessing a Firearm Safety Certificate, advanced hunter education, or bow hunter safety certificate (archers only).

For general information on firearm safety training, or to request a duplicate firearm safety certificate, call (888) 646-6367 or (651) 296-6157 or visit the DNR website. 

  2011 Rules and Regulations for Deer and Goose Hunting

Archery Deer Hunting: Season:  September 17 - December 31, 2011 Permit Application Map Survey
Capable Partners Hunting Permit Application Map Survey
Goose Hunting:  Early Season:  September 3-22, 2011 Regular Season:  Dates to be approved by DNR Late Season:  Dates to be approved by DNR Permit Application Map Survey