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Recreation Licenses & Permits
Game & Fish
Apply for MN DNR hunting and fishing licenses.
Large Gathering
A Large Gathering permit is required any time there is an event in the unincorporated areas of Stearns County that will have 1,000 or more people in attendance.
Open Air Park Shelter
Reserve an open air shelter at the following county parks: Mississippi River, Spring Hill, Two Rivers Lake, and Warner Lake.
Park Special Event Permit
Please note there are additional rules and policies when applying to host a special event at a county park.
Quarry Park Vehicle Parking Permit
A vehicle parking permit is required at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve. Purchase online.
Temporary Water Structure
Examples of temporary water structures include mooring buoys, slalom ski course, swimming raft, and water ski jump.
Warner Lake Nature Center
Reserve use of the Warner Lake Nature Center for indoor events.
Water Exhibition
Required for an event or exhibition held on a Stearns County lake or river. Examples include fishing tournament, boat race, and ski show.
Watercraft & Recreation Vehicle
Includes watercraft, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), off-highway vehicle (OHV), and snowmobile.