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Ortonville in Spotlight for Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Hunt Opener

Hunters wearing blaze orange gathered on public lands surrounding Ortonville in western Minnesota for the 13th annual pheasant-hunting opener event, hosted by the DNR, Explore Minnesota, and the Governor's Office.

According to Gov. Walz, this event holds special meaning, as he shared with Outdoor News:

"We were pheasant hunters, not deer hunters, pheasant and grouse,"
regarding his outdoor experience.

The event is an annual festivity that brings attention to Ortonville.

Author's summary: Ortonville hosts Minnesota's pheasant hunt opener event.

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Outdoor News Outdoor News — 2025-10-16