Conservation Farm

We are sad to say that our storage building at the Conservation Farm has been broken into and vandalized with property damaged. Our Conservation Farm has always been free to the public to use for hunting, environmental study, hiking, etc. and we would love to keep it that way! Due to this recent vandalism we will be increasing security. Please be aware that there are cameras on the property and buildings are locked for a reason. We ask that you respect the land, buildings and rules at the Conservation Farm. If you see anything suspicious, please give our office a call.

Where is the Conservation Farm Located?

27546 BOORMAN RD LEONARD, MN 56652

The Conservation Farm is located at 27546 Boorman Road in section 13 of Dudley Township. North of Shevlin and Southeast of Leonard. Look for the big brown sign that says "Clearwater Soil & Water Conservation District Conservation Farm, 1994, USFWS & USDA Cooperating." Roughly 0.2 miles East of the brown sign is our parking lot.

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27546 Boorman Rd, Leonard, Minnesota 56652, United States

Can you hunt on the Conservation Farm?

With a required permit, yes!

Hunting is allowed on the Conservation Farm, but a permit from our office is required (and a MNDNR hunting license, of course). Simply stop by the office to fill out a permit for you and your fellow hunters!

Be sure to follow all rules when hunting on the property. Failure to comply with said rules will results in a loss of hunting privileges:

The use of any motorized vehicles (including ATVs) is strictly prohibited.
Must park in the parking lot. Do not attempt to drive or park past the gate.
Permanent deer stands of any kind are not allowed.
Temporary deer stands must be removed by December 31st.
No overnight camping or campfires allowed.
No alcoholic beverages allowed.
Access is denied to all buildings and areas marked with "KEEP OUT."
Please exercise caution where trees have been planted and wetlands restored.