Bear hunters can also apply by visiting any license agent or calling the DNR at 888-665-4236. Licenses are $45 for Minnesota residents 18 and older, $231 for nonresidents 18 and older, $6 for kids ...

More: New auto parts store headed to St. Cloud this fall Bear, badger and pheasant hunting in Minnesota As for other animals, bear hunting began several weeks ago and goes until Oct. 13.

Researchers with the Minnesota DNR are monitoring 48 radio-collared black bears across the state, especially in bear hunting zones 27, 45, and parts of the no-quota zone.