Official Scorers in Dakota County, Minnesota

Dakota County offers good opportunities for big game, especially for those hunting the river bottoms and hardwood stands near Castle Rock Township and Apple Valley. If you harvest a buck or a bear that looks like it might make the record books, you need to get it officially measured by a certified professional. These scorers use standardized methods to calculate net and gross dimensions for organizations like Boone and Crockett or the Minnesota official records.

There are currently two official scorers available in this part of the county, including David Nicolai in Castle Rock Township. They can help you navigate the drying period requirements and complete the necessary paperwork to document your trophy. Whether you are scoring a typical frame or a non-typical rack, these local contacts provide the expertise needed to verify your harvest's standing.