News Release

2022 Buoy Removal and No Hunting Reminders in Voyageurs National Park

Date: October 7, 2022
Contact: Tawnya Schoewe

International Falls, MN – Voyageurs National Park staff will begin removing hazard marker and regulatory buoys within the park this weekend. Removal efforts will continue throughout the following week, although weather and other variables play a critical role in determining a specific date for completion.

In addition, Voyageurs National Park reminds visitors that hunting and trapping of any type or manner is prohibited on Federal lands and all waters within the boundary of Voyageurs National Park. This includes the removal of 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 know where they are hunting, and to be aware of others recreating in the area. Maps showing the park boundary are located at informational kiosks throughout the park.