Events

Mud Creek WMA Fence Removal Project

Date(s): Friday, April 01, 2022
Hours: 8:00 AM

Come on out and meet the chapter and our Project Partner Backcountry Hunters and Anglers to do some HANDS-ON work for HABITAT to make a difference in your area!

Please register to ensure we know how many helping hands we will have.

Friday April 1st 8am

Saturday April 2nd - Friday's crew largely completed project.  Small group to gather to flag posts that will be removed at a later date.

Sunday April 3rd (No action needed.)

Workday is 8 am to 4 pm

4/1/22 Friday (Status:  Project is largely complete!!)

• Small group of volunteers/project leads free fence & posts from thicket area outline above.
• Begin freeing fence from posts are north most point of property.
• Utilize heavy equipment to begin removing posts from ground

4/2/22 Saturday

• Large group of volunteers separate between East & West Fence line
• Begin to free fence from posts
• Utilize heavy equipment to remove posts from ground
• Roll fence wire in 10-20 yard increments
• Collect posts in small sets along the previous fence line

4/3/22 Sunday (Status - Project Complete.  No volunteers needed.)

• Small group of volunteers to mark posts for future removal

Please note that this will be a strenuous activity. Minimum Age for this work event is 18+ years old.

Please bring a personal water bottle. Water to refill your water bottle will be available. We want to eliminate the waste from disposable plastic water bottles.

Wear weather appropriate Clothing and Boots.

Bring eye and ear protection, and leather gloves. Additional tools: Lopping Shears, Fencing Pliers, Bolt Cutters, and Brush Saws

Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Chapter Meeting

Date(s): Monday, February 28, 2022
Hours: 7:00 PM

Monthly chapter meetings are usually held at:

• West End Trap Club, Eagan, MN
• Fourth Monday of every month
• 7:00 PM

PF members are welcome at all meetings. Join us to discuss events, youth, and county habitat issues and projects.  Contact Mark to confirm location.

Annual Banquet

Date(s): Saturday, March 21, 2020
Hours: 4:30 PM

The Dakota Ringnecks Chapter's banquet, our largest fundraiser and most important revenue source, is held in March each year. The evening's festivities include a live auction, silent auction, and a variety of raffles. Cocktails begin at 4:30 p.m., with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. Please contact the chapter if you have an interest in becoming a donor, sponsor, or would like to attend the banquet.

2019 Dakota Ringnecks Reload Classic

Date(s): Saturday, September 7, 2019
Hours: 8:00 AM

CLICK HERE for ENTRY FORM AND EVENT WAIVER (must be submitted separately from payment)

CLICK HERE to SUBMIT PAYMENT

ABOUT THE EVENT

The Dakota Ringnecks Chapter of Pheasants Forever invites you to participate in the 2019 Dakota Ringnecks Reload Classic to be held at Traxler’s Hunting Preserve in Le Center, Minnesota on September 7, 2019.

The Reload Classic is a great way to get you and your dog “tuned-up” prior to the upcoming pheasant season via a team hunting competition. Teams will consist of two hunters and one dog—and hunters and dogs of all abilities are encouraged to register for this fun and casual event.

This year, we will be placing pheasants in the field to ensure an exciting hunt for ALL contestants—both human and canine! And in addition to bragging rights, the top three finishing teams will receive plaques to recognize their performance in the field. So get your registration in today and see how your team stacks up against the competition.

The first 24 team entries received by September 1, 2019 will be accepted. Entries received after the event has been filled will be put on a waiting list in case of a cancellation.

A random drawing for run times will be held on or before September 3, 2019. Your running time will be e-mailed to you on September 4, 2019. Participants must be at the staging area at least 30 minutes prior to their run time.

REGISTRATION FORMS AND WAIVERS MUST BE SUBMITTED SEPARATELY FROM PAYMENT. PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN INFORMATION PACKET.

CLICK HERE for ENTRY FORM AND EVENT WAIVER (must be submitted separately from payment)

CLICK HERE to SUBMIT PAYMENT

PINT NIGHT at Bald Man Brewing

Date(s): Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Hours: 5:00 PM

NEW VENUE!!!

Join the Dakota Ringnecks as they host their first ever PINT NIGHT at BALD MAN BREWING, in Eagan, MN from 5pm – 8pm on Tuesday, August 20, 2019.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT, SO JUST SHOW UP! The first 25 folks who show up wearing blaze orange get a FREE PINT (must be 21+). Mingle with other like-minded folks and talk conservation, hunting, and learn about some of the projects we’re working on!

So come on down and raise a glass to upland conservation, play some lawn games, and win some prizes!

• BEAN BAG TOSS COMPETITION: Win 2 lower level tickets ($270 value) to a 2019 Minnesota Vikings regular season home game (Section 139, Row 30)
• Win Pheasants Forever gear and merchandise

For more information contact Haley Hauch at 952-220-3151 or by email at hhauch@pheasantsforever.org.

FREE EVENT!! THERE IS NO NEED TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT. JUST COME ON DOWN AND SEE US AT BALD MAN BREWING!

Family Fun Shoot

Date(s): Sunday, September 7, 2014
Hours: 12:00 PM

All women and children will have opportunity to shoot one round (25 shells and clays) of trap for free at these events. Free instruction is available along with use of our firearms. Events will follow the same platform as our 2012 program. Participants will have an opportunity to learn and shoot Singles, doubles or wobble trap. Air and .22 caliber rifles on the Ahlman’s range. The Archery Club of Faribault will provide a archery range with all archery equipment and instruction on selected Sundays. We provide lunch and refreshments so come on out and have some fun.

Noon - 3pm

Annual Banquet

Each year Dakota Ringnecks has an annual banquet to get fellow pheasant hunters and those in the community to gather together in support of our pheasants. Raising money to help the efforts of conservation and habitat that is related to our pheasant population. As well, educating those new members and or youth in why our Pheasants Forever Chapter is important to the sport in our communities.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! REGISTER TODAY!

Banquet Page

Annual Youth Hunts

The future of our sport rely on the efforts of those generations younger than us. To help promote those efforts and educate youth in the importance of what Pheasants Forever, we host an annual hunt, showcasing why our organization is important, but at the same time having some fun with our leaders of tomorrow.

Monthly Meetings

Join us for our monthly meetings. The Dakota Ringnecks Chapter of Pheasants Forever would like to invite all members to attend these meetings. We discuss local habitat projects, youth events, our annual banquet, and other items related to Pheasants Forever and our local community in Minnesota. Chapter meetings are generally held the 4th Monday of every month at North 20 Brewing in Rosemount, MN.

Check Upcoming Meeting Times and Locations

Social Get-Togethers

The Dakota Ringnecks Chapter hosts social get-togethers such as Pint Night at Bald Man Brewing Company or Sporting Clay Outings. Chapter members and their families are cordially invited. This is a great opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy some great food and drink, and have some fun!

Mentor Hunts with Chapter Members

We pair mentors with inexperienced youth hunters in a hunt for live pheasants in a controlled environment. Participants received shooting tips, dog training instructions and a chance to shoot live pheasants. All of the young hunters learned some of the finer skills of upland game hunting from our staff. Dakota Ringnecks Pheasants Forever is honored to carry on the passion for teaching the next generation of hunters.

Veteran and Wounded Warrior Hunts

Each year the Dakota Ringnecks Chapter gives back to those service men and women by showcasing a Hero Hunt. We wanted to give back something to those who defend our freedom so that we are able to do things like hunt, fish, and enjoy being in the outdoors in general. We will provide the location, shells, pheasants, dogs & handlers, clay birds, and etc. So dress accordingly and bring your shotgun! Be prepared for a good time in the field. There will also be a few raffles and food available for purchase.

Hunter Safety Courses

While we all like to have fun in the field and chase pheasants for miles, safety is one of the most important aspects. We promote and encourage hunter safety in the field. Hunter education classes show both youth and adults the proper way to hold, maneuver and practice proper gun care. We at the Dakota Ringnecks Chapter believe it is essential for kids to become familiar with gun operation and be comfortable with handling their firearm. For more information on our youth hunts, please contact us through our website. If you are interested in enrolling yourself or your child in the Minnesota hunter education course, please click the link below.

Minnesota Hunter Safety Courses