Bidding in first of 2 online auctions for confiscated hunting, fishing equipment open, ends Saturday

The first of two online public auctions of confiscated fishing, hunting and trapping equipment is open and will close on Saturday.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said the equipment available for auction was confiscated during game and fishing violations.

Onsite inspection for the first auction happens Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Hiller Auction Service in Zimmerman. Then, the auction will begin closing at 10 a.m. Saturday, according to the DNR.

The auction will be held online here. Additional information about the auction can be found here.

Winning bidders will be sent an invoice after the auction’s completion and items will be available for pickup at Hiller Auction Service. The DNR issued a reminder that those who purchase a firearm will be required to pass a Federal Firearms background check in person when picking up the firearm at the auction location.

The next auction will take place Oct. 24.

DNR to hold auctions on confiscated hunting, fishing equipment