Recently Discharged Veteran Hunting & Fishing
Free small game license and one deer license per year for veterans discharged within the past 24 months.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — Minnesota
- Who it's for
- Veterans, National Guard, Reservists
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $50-$75/year
- Where it applies
- Minnesota
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Recently Discharged Veteran Hunting & Fishing?
Recently Discharged Veteran Hunting & Fishing is a Minnesota recreation & parks benefit for veterans, national guard, reservists. Free small game license and one deer license per year for veterans discharged within the past 24 months. The listed value is $50-$75/year.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Minnesota residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Minnesota resident who served during the preceding 24 months in federal active service outside the United States as a member of the National Guard, or as a reserve component or active-duty member of the U.S. armed forces, and has been discharged.
Free small game hunting and fishing without a license (no state stamps required; federal duck stamp required for waterfowl). One free deer license per year. Must carry official military discharge papers.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dnr.state.mn.us
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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