DEFINITIONS

DISABLED
Our organization defines disabled as "a physical impairment that substantially limits sporting activities."

MANDATORY
Capable Partners has several meetings designated as "mandatory" throughout the year. These meetings are specifically related to the use of firearms. If you do not attend a meeting designated as "mandatory" you WILL NOT be allowed to hunt with Capable Partners for the associated outing. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHEN DOES THE BOARD MEET?
Capable Partners board meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at Courage Center located in Golden Valley, MN. Both members and those interested in membership are welcome to attend.

HOW DO I BECOME A CAPABLE PARTNERS MEMBER?
Visit our membership page

I AM INTERESTED IN MAKING A DONATION, CAN I TARGET MY CONTRIBUTION TO A SPECIFIC SPORT OR EVENT?
Yes. You can use the membership form to send in a donation. Complete "Section B: Interests" to identify the area you wish your contribution targeted. Complete "Section D: Membership Fees & Contributions" identifying the amount of your contribution and any other special instructions you would like followed. Print out the form and send with your check or money order to,

Capable Partners
P.O. Box 27664
Golden Valley, MN  55427-0664

WHY DO I HAVE TO SIT DOWN IN THE BLIND WHEN I SHOOT AT A GOOSE HUNT?
Many of Capable Partners members are in wheel chairs which requires that they sit when they shoot. As a safety measure Capable Partners requires all individuals in a goose blind to remain seated during the discharge of firearms.

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ARE FIREARM SAFETY CERTIFICATES REQUIRED?
The state of Minnesota requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1980 have a Firearms Safety Certificate (or equivalent), a previous hunting license, or other evidence of successfully completing a hunter safety course to obtain a license to hunt or trap in Minnesota.

Individuals between the ages of 12 and 18 must hold a Firearms Safety Certificate and individuals under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

In addition to the above state requirements, Capable Partners requires that participants attending outings where there will be a discharge of firearms attend a mandatory meetings associated to the outing.

As of January 1999 Capable Partners will also require Advanced firearm Safety Certification for events where there is a discharge of firearms.

DO I NEED A HUNTING LICENSE TO HUNT WITH CAPABLE PARTNERS?
Yes. In accordance with the State of Minnesota, Capable Partners requires each individual have in their personal possession while hunting on a Capable Partners Outing, all Minnesota required licenses and stamps.

DO I NEED A LICENSE TO SHOOT FROM MY WHEELCHAIR?
Minnesota offers to persons of disability a permit to shoot from a stationery vehicle when shooting from an ATV.

HOW DO I REPORT A FISH OR GAME VIOLATION?
If you witness a violation or find an illegally taken animal, contact a DNR Conservation Officer, Sheriff's office, the State Patrol, or Turn In Poachers (TIP). The TIP statewide, 24-hour toll-free hotline is (800)652-9093. Callers may remain anonymous.

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