Join the Third District American Legion of Minnesota today. Learn about membership benefits and how you can support veterans in our community. We Are Legion Becoming a member means a lot. It means joining a community dedicated to honoring and uplifting those who have served their country, providing a network of camaraderie, resources, and advocacy. WHY JOIN HOW TO JOIN ELIGIBILITY RENEW Your Membership Matters Becoming a Member is a wonderful step forward on your journey, whether you have served or not, you'll find a new world of meaning & support along with these benefits: Veteran Support: Access to resources, benefits, and advocacy for veterans and their families. Community Service: Opportunities to give back and make a difference in local communities. Camaraderie: Build lasing friendships and connect with fellow veterans and like-minded individuals. Advocacy: Influence legislation and policies that affect veterans and their families. Programs & Activities: Participate in various events, programs, and activities that support veterans and the community. Scholarships & Education: Access to educational scholarships and programs for members and their families. Health & Wellness: Resources and programs focused on physical and mental well-being. Patriotic Involvement: Promote patriotism and honor those who have served. Youth Programs: Support & engage in programs that foster youth development and education. Networking: Connect with a diverse network of veterans, business leaders, and community members. Exclusive Benefits: Enjoy member-only discounts, insurance programs, and other perks. Legacy: Contribute to preserving the legacy and history of the military service. LEGION.ORG Joining is easy All you need is a little bit of information to join the Legion, Auxiliary, SAL and Legion Riders. Here are three ways you can join: Find a Post and stop in and complete the form and pay your annual dues. Download the Registration Form below, complete and mail to your Post of choice. Join online by going to MyLegion.org and completing the information requested. Once the Membership coordinator receives and verifies your information, you'll receive a Member card in the mail and possibly an email too (depending on the Post.) Who Can Join? You do not need to have served in order to join the American Legion. If someone in your family lineage has served or been a member you may be eligible to join the Sons of the Legion and / or Auxiliary. All Legion Riders must already be a Member to join the rider group. Did you also know that Juniors can join? Find criteria specific to your needs in the links below. Legionnaire / Post Membership Auxiliary Membership Sons of the Legion Membership ALR Membership Renewing your Membership You should receive a renewal notice each year in the mail, but if you don't for some reason you can always: Stop in at your Post and complete the form and pay your annual dues. Download the Registration Form below, complete and mail to your Post. Renew online by going to MyLegion.org and completing the information requested. You will receive a new card in the mail once processed with the current year associated. Please also note, you can save on dues by applying for a Multi-Year Membership. Find out more online . Questions? Stop in, email, or call any Post of your choosing or visit Legion.Org for more information. Legion Membership Application SAL Membership Application Auxiliary Membership Application Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Learn how you can become or nominate an Auxiliary Member for the Third District American Legion Auxiliary Member of the Year Award. Third District American Legion Auxiliary Member of the Year Award (Framed Certificate) Each Unit may submit one nomination per year (500 words or less), postmarked by March 1. The letter should describe how the nominee has made outstanding, continuous contributions to your Unit. Guidelines Narratives only — no photos, clippings, or articles Must be signed and dated by two Unit officers (include names, addresses, phone numbers, and signatures) Nominations remain active for three years (Units must re-submit after that) Notify the District Secretary if a nominee passes away during the three-year period Selection The recipient is chosen by previous award winners and the Third District Auxiliary Member of the Year. The award (framed certificate) is presented at the Third District Convention in May. Why Nominate? Every Unit has deserving members—whether working quietly behind the scenes or leading programs. Take time to recognize them! Submit nominations to: Barbara Klehr 921 Sommerville St. S Shakopee, MN 55379 📧 babsklehr@hotmail.com Questions? Contact: Betty Schlueter, Darlene Wondra, Lois Wenz, Suzette Maluchnik, or Barbara Klehr DOWNLOAD For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. 2025 By Legion Social. Contact the Webmaster. Key Links MN ALA Website National Website Third District Social Media MN ALA National ALA For Veterans Third District ALA Facebook Get In Touch Committees Officers Minnesota Third District Who We Are Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Programs/Committees Auxiliary Girls State Essay Contest Oratorical Contest Poppy Program Auxiliary Girls State Essay Contest Oratorical Contest Poppy Program Membership Application Book of Annual Reports Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Application Book of Annual Reports Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Upcoming Events Fall Conference Pearl Harbor Rally Unit Events Fall Conference Pearl Harbor Rally Unit Events Media Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Presidents Message Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Presidents Message Resources Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Key Links Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Menu Close

The mental health and emotional well-being of our Veterans is important to the MN Thundering Third District American Legion. Click to find resources to help you and your family navigate through difficult times. Mental & Emotional Health Resources for Veterans & Their Families Veterans Crisis Line Confidential, Support 24 hours every single day for Veterans and their loved ones. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. LINK Roger Up Roger Up offers veterans and first responders struggling with mental health a fast action approach to getting on a healthier & safer path. LINK Beyond the Yellow Ribbon BTYR services veterans, past and present and their families in our local communities to provide unparalleled services that help our heros receive the attention they deserve. LINK Our Heroes Tour Our Heroes Tour's mission is to provide opportunities for past and present First Responders, Military, and their families, to engage in unique experiences while providing time to live, laugh, and love together. LINK Hometown Hero Outdoors The mission is to give back to the men and women who serve our nation and community without any intention of receiving anything in return. This includes first responders, veterans, and those currently serving in the military. LINK Gaits of Hope Equine Therapy Offers Military Veterans a therapeutic experience with horses, guiding them through a process to address trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and triggers. LINK Minnesota Veterans Assistance Fund Veterans, families of deployed service members, and surviving minor children are eligible to apply for the grant. LINK Believet Canine Service Partners Believet™ service dogs provide veterans a new lease on life. They offer a path for veterans to grow and hope for a better future. LINK Wounded Warrior Project Every warrior has a next mission. We know that the transition to civilian life is a journey. And for every warrior, family member, and caregiver, that journey looks different. LINK Find the Assistance You Deserve Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Find the Third District MN American Legion Constitution by Article on this page. CONSTITUTION OF THE Third District American Legion Department of Minnesota PREAMBLE For God and Country, we associate ourselves together for the following purposes: To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster and perpetuate a one hundred percent Americanism; to preserve the memories and incidents of our associations in all wars; to inculcate a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation; to combat the autocracy of both the classes and the masses; to make right the master of might; to promote peace and good will on earth; to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of justice, freedom and democracy; to consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. ARTICLE I - NAME The name of this organization shall be the THIRD DISTRICT, DEPARTMENT OF MINNESOTA, THE AMERICAN LEGION. ARTICLE II - COMPOSITION This District shall be composed of all the chartered American Legion Posts situated in the counties of McLeod, Carver, Sibley, Nicollet, Scott, Le Sueur, Rice, Washington, Dakota and Goodhue, State of Minnesota. ARTICLE III - OFFICERS The elective officers shall be a Commander, Five (5) Vice Commanders (without numerical designation), and Finance Officer. The appointive officers shall be the Adjutant, Judge Advocate, Sergeant-At-Arms, Chaplain, Historian and Membership Director. Terms of office, duties and powers of said officers shall be as set forth in the By-Laws. ARTICLE IV - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The Executive Committee shall be composed of the District Commander, Vice Commanders, Finance Officer, Immediate Past District Commander. Also, the District Adjutant, District Judge Advocate, District Sergeant at Arms, any Past National Commander belonging in good standing to a Post in the District, any District member who currently holds a National Office, the District Chaplain and District Membership Director are ex officio and by these by-laws are non-voting members of the Executive Committee. ARTICLE V - ADMINISTRATIONS The affairs of the District shall be governed in accordance with the mandates made at the annual District Conventions and administered by the officers and Executive Committee in conformity with the Constitution of the District, Department of Minnesota and the National Organization. ARTICLE VI - ELECTIONS The elective officers of the District shall be elected at the Annual District Convention and shall take office immediately following adjournment of the Department Convention; however, the Commander-Elect shall be empowered to make appointments, hold meetings, and initiate programs immediately following the District Convention. Elections and Balloting shall conform to provisions as set forth in the By-Laws ARTICLE VII - AMENDMENTS This Constitution may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of delegates assembled at any duly constituted District Convention. Such proposed amendments must be submitted in writing sixty (60) days prior to the Annual District Convention, to the District Adjutant, who shall notify each post of context within thirty (30) days of receipt of such proposed amendment(s) by way of US Mail or electronic conveyance and provided further, it may be amended by unanimous vote at any District Convention without notice. ARTICLE VIII - BY-LAWS The Constitution and By-Laws shall become effective immediately upon adoption, and the Commander and Adjutant are authorized to execute all necessary certificates and to file any copies thereof at any public offices in the District and State where such filing may become necessary under the law. View the Full Document in PDF Format

Find all of the past Minnesota Third District American Legion Auxiliary Presidents and their years of service. Past 3rd District Presidents Name Location Years of Service *Emma Lueben (Mrs. S.C.) Farmington Sept. 15, Sept. 15 1921 *Bertha Herman (Mrs.) LeSueur 1921-22 *Eva Dempsey (Mrs. Charles) St. Peter 1922-23 *Mrs. E.E. Shrader Watertown 1923-24 *Isabelle Zurst (Mrs. John) Glencoe 1924-26 *Ida Scherkenback (Mrs.) Shakopee 1926-28 *Elsie Jorgensen Hutchinson 1928-30 *Edna Dressel (Mrs. H.C.) LeSueur 1930-32 *Sara Clark (Mrs. Robert) Northfield 1932-34 *Alice Barry (Mrs. R.R.) South St. Paul 1934-35 *Lena Lewis (Mrs.A.S.) Pine Island 1935-36 *Rose Hawlish (Mrs. Henry) Silver Lake 1936-37 *Mabel Sargeant (Mrs. H.L.) Northfield 1937-38 *Ruth Stussi (Mrs. Earl) Stillwater 1938-40 *Cora Rhea (Mrs. C.J.) Waconia 1940-41 *Celia Satrum (Mrs. Henry) Zumbrota 1941-42 *Lois Roell (Mrs. Ed) Cannon Falls 1942-43 *Margaret Arvidson (Mrs. R.H.) Kenyon 1943-44 *Tinnie Olesen Faribault 1944-45 *Rose Schumacker (Mrs. R.T) Shakopee 1945-46 *Loretta Greulick (Mrs. W.W.) St. Peter 1946-47 *Bernice Flotterud Zumbrota 1947-48 *Olive Simmer (Mrs. Thomas) New Prague 1948-49 *Cora Noltimier (Mrs. W.F.) St. Paul Park 1949-50 *Mabel Duncan (Mrs. Howard) Cannon Falls 1950-51 *Billie Hundt (Mrs. Ray) LeCenter 1951-52 *Lucy Mattsfield (Mrs. E.J.) Hutchinson 1952-53 *Viola Forcia (Mrs. Harold) Stillwater 1953-54 *Minnie Erickson (Mrs. E. O.) Northfield 1954-55 *Dolly Thompson (Mrs. Donald) Hugo 1955-56 *Elsie Rustad (Mrs. Arthur) Faribault 1956-57 *Hope Meehl (Mrs. Roy) Morrison 1957-58 *Ruth Vollmers ( Mrs Maynard) Redwing 1958-59 *Virginia leiverman ( Mrs.Cy) Chaska 1959-60 *Lois Vollmer (Mrs. Charles) LeCenter 1960-61 *Irene Jones (Mrs. B.W.) Northfield 1961-62 *Grace Kraft (Mrs. Seymour) Cannon Falls 1962-63 *Elsie Brockmeyer (Mrs. Hugo) Glencoe 1963-64 *Juanita Lutz (Mrs. Edward) Hugo 1964-65 *Sylvia Balfour (Mrs.William) Faribault 1965-66 *Ann Schmidtke (Mrs. Sieg) Morristown 1966-67 *Irene Anderson (Mrs. Martin) Red Wing 1967-68 *LuVerne Marier (Mrs Narcisse) Hugo 1968-69 *Mary Monkemeier (Mrs. Henry) Glencoe 1969-70 *Ivy Hoffman (Mrs. Luverne) Morristown 1970-71 *Marcy Schmidt (Mrs. Alois) Shakopee 1971-72 *Elizabeth Roberts (Mrs. Arthur) Faribault 1972-73 *Alice Goetz (Mrs. Ervin) Northfield 1972-73 *Margret Lonergan Bayport 1973-74 *Ida Mae Charles (Mrs Fank) Hastings 1974-75 *Blanche Coppa (Mrs. Peter) Bayport 1975-76 *Elaine Hein (Mrs. Warren) Cleveland 1976-77 *Millie Hansen (Mrs. Gerald) Winthrop 1977-78 *Helen Biemert (Mrs. Roman) Forest Lake 1979-80 *Rose Mary Diercks (Mrs. Gerald) Red Wing 1980-81 *Dolores Goettl (Mrs. Kenneth) Montgomery 1981-82 *Shirley Hamre (Mrs. Dean) St. Paul Park 1982-83 *Joan Tompkins (Mrs. Jerome) Rosemount 1983-84 *Dolly Huron (Mrs. Franklin) Red Wing 1984-85 *Pattie Black (Mrs. Arthur) Forest Lake 1985-86 *Mary Ellen Hale (Mrs. Robert) Hastings 1986-87 *Audrey Tolzman (Mrs. Kenneth Nicollet 1987-88 *Dolores Fink (Mrs. Bernard) Apple Valley 1988-89 Barbara Stussy (Mrs. Fred) Pine Island 1989-90 Betty Schuelter (Mrs. Elroy) Hutchinson Hutchinson 1990-91 *Clara Urban (Mrs. Ron) St Paul Park 1991-92 Ann Bode (Mrs. David) Nicollet 1992-93 *Patricia Kerber (Mrs. Lee) Chanhassen 1993-94 Elaine Schilling (Mrs. Alloyd) Nicollet 1994-95 *Nancy Lemke (Mrs. Romaine) St Paul Park 1995-96 Donna Beck Lakeville 1996-97 *Laila Schroeder Shakopee 1997-98 Darlain Kaufmann (Mrs. Norbert) Green Isle 1998-99 *Agnes Berg Apple Valley 1999-00 *Barbara McGowan (Mrs. Marlow) Pine Island 2000-01 Darlene Wondra (Mrs. Glenn) Montgomery 2001-02 Joanne Bratland (Mrs. Maynard) Shakopee 2002-03 Lois Wenz (Mrs. Donald) Chaska 2003-04 Diane Mackenthun (Mrs. David) Norwood 2004-05 Molly Smisek (Mrs. Donald) Lonsdale 2005-06 Marilyn Hardt (Mrs. Brad) North Mankato 2006-07 Suzette Maluchnik (Mrs. Randy) Chaska 2007-08 Barbara Klehr (Mrs. David) Shakopee 2008-09 Teri Richardson (Mrs. Gary) Mahtomedi 2009-10 Cynthia Wenz Chaska 2010-11 Deb Rottman Cannon Falls 2011-12 Lisa Tolzmann (Mrs. Kim) Nicollet 2012-13 Joanne Joachim Chanhassen 2013-14 Michelle Leonard Farmington 2014-15 Karla Otterness Winsted 2015-16 Marcie Baysinger (Mrs. Elmer) Brownton 2016-17 Kat Benjamin (Mrs. Bob) Chaska 2017-18 Lynn Duffy (Mrs. Joe) St. Paul Park 2018-19 Linda Kelly Pine Island Pine Island 2019-20 Linda Kelly Pine Island Pine Island 2020-21 Cavalene Regan Forest Lake 2021-22 Kim Carlander Chanhassen Chanhassen 2022-23 Deanna Meyer(Mrs. David) 2023-24 Tamara Thayer 2024-25 For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security. 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Find out how you can help with The American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Program. All proceeds go to support veterans in need. Poppy Program The American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Program is one of the organization’s most recognized traditions, honoring the sacrifices of veterans while educating communities about the true cost of freedom. Each year, members distribute handmade red poppies as a symbol of remembrance for service members who have died in war. The program traces its roots back to World War I, inspired by the famous poem “In Flanders Fields” where red poppies grew among the graves of fallen soldiers. By wearing a poppy, individuals show their respect and gratitude for the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. Beyond remembrance, the Poppy Program also provides meaningful support to veterans and their families. Disabled and hospitalized veterans craft many of the poppies, giving them therapeutic activity and a source of income. Donations collected during Poppy Days are used exclusively for programs that directly benefit veterans, military, and their families—such as rehabilitation, assistance, and educational scholarships. Through this program, the Auxiliary not only preserves a symbol of honor and remembrance but also continues its mission of service by turning a small red flower into a powerful tool of hope and help. Download Resources Key Links MN ALA Website National Website Third District Social Media MN ALA National ALA For Veterans Third District ALA Facebook Get In Touch Committees Officers Minnesota Third District Who We Are Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Presidents Message Decades of Making a Difference District Officers Mission / Preamble Past Presidents Past President Photos Programs/Committees Auxiliary Girls State Essay Contest Oratorical Contest Poppy Program Auxiliary Girls State Essay Contest Oratorical Contest Poppy Program Membership Application Book of Annual Reports Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Application Book of Annual Reports Eligibility Membership Transmittal Membership Video Upcoming Events Fall Conference Pearl Harbor Rally Unit Events Fall Conference Pearl Harbor Rally Unit Events Media Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Presidents Message Book of Annual Reports Bulletins/Newsletters Poppy Video Presidents Message Resources Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Auxiliary Forms Contest Rules Honor Flight Video Quilts of Valor Wreaths Across America VA Wish List Key Links Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Auxiliary District Facebook Auxiliary Department of MN Auxiliary Department of MN Facebook Auxiliary National Headquarters MN Third District National Headquarters Emblem Sales Menu Close 2025 By Legion Social. Contact the Webmaster. For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security.

Find a Sons of the American Legion Squadron in the Third District of Minnesota. There are currently 38 across several counties. Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Menu Close Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Find a Squadron Filter by Location Select Location Submit your Event to be listed on our website. Squadron# Location Perm Chart Date 2 Shakopee 10/18/76 37 St Peter 5/20/87 43 Faribault 2/11/82 45 New Prague 3/14/14 47 Hastings 11/23/82 48 Stillwater 3/27/89 54 Red Wing 12/16/91 57 Chaska 8/9/91 65 Rosemount 11/10/92 79 Montgomery 2/24/09 84 Northfield 4/2/80 96 Hutchinson 7/10/81 98 S T Paul Park 11/20/78 108 Le Center 1/7/85 141 Silver Lake 4/20/89 142 Cannon Falls 12/20/07 144 Belle Plaine 4/6/00 149 Morristown 6/2/70 150 Waconia 7/2/01 184 Pine Island 1/17/83 189 Farmington 11/19/85 207 Cleveland 6/27/91 225 Forest Lake 4/24/78 250 Arlington 5/8/02 311 Elysian 6/16/93 314 Winthrop 5/16/89 491 Bayport 5/4/92 507 Mahtomedi 3/29/85 510 Nicollet 6/15/90 518 North Mankato 2/12/90 580 Chanhassen 4/14/83 586 Lonsdale 9/8/21 598 Bellechester 4/6/00 620 Hugo 11/1/96 643 Savage 5/24/84 1700 Burnsville 12/6/91 1776 Apple Valley 2/1/80 3333 Coates 7/22/04 Make a difference, become a member of the SAL. Find a squadron. MN Third District Sons of the American Legion Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Created by Legion Social

The American Legion MN Thundering Third District is dedicated to the growth of Auxiliary. You'll find information about eligibility and how to join on this page. Join Online Visit Legion-Aux.org to get started today. Renew Renew your membership at your Post or Online. Preamble Download the Preamble. Resources Find resources for you, your family, or your Post. Auxiliary Membership To join you must be a grandmother, mother, sister, spouse, or a direct or adopted female descendant of a Member of the American Legion, A man or woman who served between 4/6/1917 to 11/11/1918, or anytime after 12/7/1941 or of any man or woman who died after honorable discharge or in the line of duty after 12/7/1941 or the periods mentioned above. Don't worry, we can help you find out! Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

The well-being of our Veterans and their families is important to the MN Thundering Third District American Legion. Click to find resources to help you and your family navigate through difficult times. Veteran Solutions Resources for Veterans & Their Families US Government Made Easy LINK Veteran Loans LINK TriCare LINK Veteran Entrepreneurship LINK Social Security LINK List of Veteran Homes LINK Find the Assistance You Deserve Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Each year, the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Minnesota is honored to sponsor the John Zgoda Disabled Veteran Deer Hunt held at Legionville Education Center near Brainerd, Minnesota. Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Menu Close Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Submit your Event to be listed on our website. John Zgoda Disabled Veteran Deer Hunt Each year, the Sons of the American Legion Detachment of Minnesota is honored to sponsor the John Zgoda Disabled Veteran Deer Hunt held at Legionville Education Center near Brainerd, Minnesota. Applications will be available online closer to the date! You may also contact one of the co-chairs for the Deer Hunt: Dave Vulcan (507) 380-5095 Dave Bilderback (507) 250-1057 Steve Bilderback (612) 220-1333 Chuck Stone (507) 213-7517 The SAL John Zgoda Memorial Deer Hunt is named after past Detachment of MN Commander John Zgoda, who envisioned the hunt for our disabled veterans in our state. Working with The American Legion, he sought out and finally got the permissions needed to do this hunt. The first hunt was held in 2007 and 4 disabled veterans participated. We now have up to 6 participants every year. The hunt is held in Late September/early October on the grounds of Legionville Education Center . It is run by volunteers from the American Legion Family who come together to provide a fun, safe, and unique experience for our participants. CONTACT US Make a difference, become a member of the SAL. Find a Squadron . MN Third District Sons of the American Legion Sons of the Legion District Events Find a Squad Officers Join the SAL Squad Resources 2025 Membership Report District Website Event Ideas for SAL Forms Using Social Media Programs We Support Disabled Vets Deer Hunt Legionville Safety Camp MN Boys State TAL Child Welfare Foundation Created by Legion Social

Third District American Legion of Minnesota Membership updates will be found on this page, including goals for each post and goal dates. Third District 2025 Membership Updates Membership Goals The Members of the American Legion help ensure the continuation of our organization. As many of you know, each year goals are set for the District and also each individual Post within the Thundering Third. Updates will be posted to this page, as well as the Latest News . DOWNLOAD The Goal Dates for 2025 are as follows. Please see the excel file above for more details: October 16, 2025 November 14, 2025 December 11, 2025 January 15, 2026 February 12, 2026 March 12, 2026 April 9, 2026 May 14, 2026 Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve our country.