Services offered by phone, online, mail, and fax Visit the county's COVID-19 page for current service information. Through April 10, Hennepin County has closed all buildings to follow the stay-at-home order issued by Governor Walz.
Cross-country ski pass Anyone over the age of 16 on ski trails in state parks or forests or on state or grant-in-aid trails must have a Minnesota ski pass. You must sign your pass and carry it with you when skiing. How to purchase Apply in person at the Government Center Service Center location only. Make an appointment for a shorter wait time. Cost Daily pass: $6 Season pass: $20 (effective July 1 to June 30 of following year, i.e. 07/01/2010 - 06/30/2011) 3-season pass: $55 (effective July 1 to June 30 of third year, i.e. 07/01/2010 - 06/30/2013) More information Your ski pass fee helps support Minnesota's cross-country ski trail system. DNR cross-country skiing information Ski pass trails map Ski pass trails a - z list State trails State forests State parks
Hunting and fishing licenses Unless exempt, all individuals 16 and older must purchase a license to hunt and fish in Minnesota. Fishing licenses are valid from March 1 to April 30 the following year and hunting licenses are valid from March 1 to February 28 the following year. How to apply Apply in person at the Government Center Service Center location only. Make an appointment for a shorter wait time. Requirements To purchase a license, you must provide your Social Security number, unless it's already on file with the Department of Natural Resources. See "Additional information" below. For resident license, you must also provide one of the following Proof of Minnesota residency (a MN driver's license or identification card) A firearm safety certificate For non-resident license, you must also provide one of the following from your state of residence A driver's license A state identification card Fees Vary based on the license and/or stamp purchased Payment options Additional information The requirement to collect your Social Security number when you purchase a DNR game and fish license is:Title IV-D of the Social Security Act, U.S.C., Title 42, section 666(a) 13 Minnesota DNR Fishing Regulations Hunting and fishing regulations are governed by Minnesota Statute 97A Fishing seasons Minnesota DNR hunting and trapping regulations Hunting seasons Minnesota DNR Permits & licenses for persons with special needs Stamps are also available