Buoy Removal Begins and No Hunting Reminders Reinforced in Voyageurs National Park

Voyageurs National Park staff will be removing hazard marker and navigation buoys beginning in October. The tentative start date for this season’s buoy removal is October 1, although weather and other variables play a critical role in determining specific dates for this work.

In addition, Voyageurs National Park reminds visitors that hunting and trapping of any type is prohibited on lands and waters within the boundary of Voyageurs National Park. This includes removing animals that have entered the park boundary after being shot outside the park.

Park rangers enforce hunting and trapping laws under Federal regulations. These regulations carry a maximum penalty up to $10,000 and/or 6-months in jail for misdemeanor violations and $20,000 and/or 5-years in jail with forfeiture of hunting equipment for felony violations.

Park officials remind hunters to be aware of where they are hunting. Maps showing the park’s boundaries are located at informational kiosks throughout the park.