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ARCHERY AND FIRE ARM HUNTING

The 2008 archery hunting area is shaded in green on the map available for download here.  A similar 2008 fire arm hunting map is available by download here. 

Persons wishing to discharge a firearm or bow and arrow in the taking of wild game are no longer required to obtain a permit from the Director of Public Safety to hunt on private lands. The person or entity owning, leasing or controlling the premises must provide written permission to any person who desires to hunt those lands. Written permission along with adequate identification must be carried by the hunter on their person at all times while hunting.  More details on the City's hunting ordinance can be obtained by downloading here.

SNOWMOBILING IN COTTAGE GROVE

A summary of the rules and regulations regarding the use of snowmobiles in Cottage Grove can be viewed by downloading this PDF file .  The City ordinances regarding snowmobiles can be viewed in their entirety by following this link, and going to Title 6, Chapter 6.

RECREATIONAL FIRES

4-6-1: OPEN BURNING

A:  All recreational fires must be operated in compliance with the requirements of this subsection.

- Recreational fires must be located at least fifteen (15') away from any combustible structure and at least ten feet (10') from any property line, unless a different location is approved by the fire chief.

- Fires must be contained in a fire pit or enclosure that is constructed from brick, masonry, metal, or other noncombustible material.

- Fires must be no more than three feet (3') in diameter.  Flame height must not exceed three feet (3').

- No trash, leaves stumps, treated, painted, varnished, or otherwise coated lumber may be burned.

- An adult must be in attendance and a charged water hose or fire extinguisher must be readily available at all times.

- Recreational fires are not permitted when area winds exceed fifteen (15) miles per hour or when the fire chief has issued a no fire order.

- Fires must be extinguished to the point of cold before being left unattended.

B:  The fire chief may order any recreational fire to be immediately extinguished if the fire poses a nuisance to surrounding residences.  A nuisance is deemed to exist if the fire generates embers that pose a property hazard to property or generates smoke or odors that unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of neighboring properties. *To view the full Recreational Fire regulations in the City of Cottage Grove, please go to our City Code on-line and search for "Chapter 6 - Fire Prevention."