Planning commission hears update on recent county hunting‑zone changes, including new rifle allowance in zone 666

Apr 21, 2026

Commissioner Jenny Mojo briefed the planning commission on a recent county board decision to realign hunting zones after legislative changes; zone 666 will be designated for rifle use for the upcoming season while much of the county remains shotgun only. Commissioners said the change will be reviewed after the 2026 season.

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Commissioner Jenny Mojo updated the Clay County Planning Commission on a county board action that realigned local hunting zones following a state legislative change. The county added zone 666 (east of County Road 9 and north of Highway 10) to allow rifle hunting for the upcoming season; most other county areas remain shotgun zone only.

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