DNR will have booths at Northwest Sportshow in Minneapolis

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DNR will have booths at Northwest Sportshow in Minneapolis
(Released March 26, 2012)

Outdoor enthusiasts can learn about fishing, hunting, hiking trails, water safety and much more by visiting the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) booths at the 80th Annual Northwest Sportshow, which runs March 28-April 1 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
DNR specialists will be available to answer questions at the main DNR booth located in Lobby D. The DNR License Center will be selling state parks stickers, and fishing and hunting licenses.

Attendees can also visit the DNR’s invasive species information booth in Lobby C to pick up educational materials and talk with invasive species staff and conservation officers specializing in invasive species issues. The new aquatic invasive species rules decal, which is required for all boats, will be available for free at the booth.

The DNR Enforcement Division will also offer an interactive LaserShot shooting range for youth and adults. This family favorite gives participants a chance to test their skills at one of four shooting simulation stations. The range located in the lobby near the entrance to Hall C.

Daily admission is $10 for adults 16 and older. Youth 15 and younger are admitted for free. On March 29, seniors 62 and older will receive a discounted admission of $7 for the day.