Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 158 - Natural Resources Department
Chapter 6270 - AQUATIC MANAGEMENT AREAS
Part 6270.0200 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR USE OF AQUATIC MANAGEMENT AREAS
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 39, March 25, 2024
Subpart 1. Posting of aquatic management areas.
The commissioner shall designate restricted use and general use aquatic management areas by posting signs at access points.
Subp. 2. Permitted activities for restricted use and general use aquatic management areas.
The following activities are permitted in restricted use and general use aquatic management areas:
Subp. 3. Permitted activities for general use aquatic management areas.
In addition to the permitted activities specified in subpart 2, hunting and trapping are permitted on general use aquatic management areas. The commissioner shall determine if an aquatic management area can be designated as general use based on the location and size of the area, the proximity of residences or livestock, and any other factors that relate to the compatibility of hunting and trapping in the area.
Subp. 4. Easement aquatic management areas.
Angler access is permitted on easement aquatic management areas. Other prohibited and permitted activities are described in easement rights purchased from the landowner. Activities other than angling are permitted only when identified on signs posted at access points.
Subp. 5. Prohibited activities on restricted and general use aquatic management areas.
The activities in items A to J are prohibited on restricted and general use aquatic management areas except as noted.
Subp. 6. Department operations excluded.
This part does not apply to persons lawfully engaged in the performance of their duties in the management and administration of aquatic management areas, including agents of the commissioner, persons operating under permit or contract with the Department of Natural Resources, and law enforcement officers.
Statutory Authority: MS s 86A.06