St. Joe Rod And Gun Club History
View a brief history of everything St. Joe Rod and Gun Club has done over the years
Before 1972 sponsored Firearms Safety Training that continues today
1973 is an Affiliate of the Minnesota Conservation Federation (MCF)
The MCF is the official State Affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation.
1984 sponsored up to four children (age 12 to 15 years old) to the 6 day Long Lake Conservation Camp
March 1989 – Certificate of Commendation from Gov. Rudy Perpich in support & passage of Environmental and National Resources Trust Fund.
Sept. 1989 – Awarded Minnesota Conservation Federation(MCF) President Award as outstanding Sportsman Club for the year.
Since 1993 hold and Annual Ice Fishing Contest in February, weather permitting
1989 – Awarded National Wildlife Federation Chairman’s Award for Outstanding and Distinguished Service in the Field of National Resource Conservation.
2018 become a 100% non-profit club
The St. Joseph Rod And Gun Club
With the support of our members, St. Joseph Rod and Gun Club has been able to maintain the Lake accesses at Kraemer Lake and Watab (Long) Lake in St. Joseph, MN.
Since 1991, we have been stocking both lakes with walleye, crappie, and baitfish. In 1997, St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club started a free Birdhouse Build for children and their families. This yearly event takes place in March.
The Rod and Gun Club even has a lifetime membership for Pheasants Forever as well as a sponsoring membership in Thunder'n Toms Wild Turkey Federation.
Contact Us
Have questions about St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club or interested in joining? Please reach out — we’re happy to help.
PO BOX 374, St. Joseph, MN 56374