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Apply for AGFC 2022 Urban Archery Deer Hunt by July 11
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

The application period for Arkansas’s special urban bowhunts for the 2022-23 deer hunting season is now open. Registration closes July 11 at 11:59 p.m. The hunts, which begin Sept. 1, offer Arkansas bowhunters an early opportunity to get into the woods. It’s also the most effective method available for wildlife managers to assist cities in maintaining white-tailed deer populations at levels which reduce conflicts. The following areas will have urban hunts for the 2022-23 season...

Arkansas WMA Deer Hunt Permit Application Period Expanded to July 1st
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

The application period for special deer hunting permits on many wildlife management areas in Arkansas is open until 11:59 p.m. July 1, and hunters will notice many new opportunities, thanks to regulations passed during the May Commission meeting. Many WMAs managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission are open during fall deer hunting seasons without additional restrictions beyond the season dates and bag limits in that portion of the state. However...

Apply Now For A Georgia 2022 Quota Hunt - Deadlines vary depending on hunt type.
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

As of June 1, hunters can apply electronically for quota hunts including youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and turkey, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. “Interested in participating in a quota hunt this year? Be sure to take note of quota hunt deadlines and get that application in before that date. Application deadlines vary depending on hunt type such as...

Georgia 2022 Migratory Bird Hunting Seasons Approved
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

Time to make your duck, dove and goose hunting plans for the year. The 2022-2023 migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “One notable change to the migratory bird regulations this year is a change to the waterfowl hunting season. The second split for duck season will begin the first...

LDWF Accepting 2022 Houseboat Lottery Applications through Aug 11
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

The Louisiana LDWF is accepting lottery applications for houseboat mooring sites on Atchafalaya Delta Wildlife Management Area (WMA) for the 2022-23 hunting season. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 11, 2022. Permits issued for selected applicants will be valid from Sept. 1, 2022-March 16, 2023. Year round mooring is not permitted on Atchafalaya Delta WMA. LDWF will permit up to approximately 60% of the available sites at...

Maine 2022 Antlerless Deer Permit Lottery Coming Soon
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

Antlerless deer permit lottery applications will be accepted online only. The lottery will open late June and close August 1, 2022 at 11:59 PM. The link to apply will be posted online. There is no fee to apply for an antlerless deer permit. If you receive a permit you must pay the $12 permit fee and $2 agent fee to claim the permit. To apply for an antlerless deer permit, you must possess a valid Maine license to hunt big game. You may enter up to two (2) WMD or...

Maine 2022 Moose Lottery Drawing to be Held in Jackson June 11
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

It's a return to the in-person moose drawing tradition in Maine. This year, the drawing will be held in Jackman June 11, 2022 at the Jackman Town Office Grounds, 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Local businesses will be featuring live music and specials Friday & Saturday to celebrate the event. The event will highlight the region’s outdoor sporting heritage and include...

Nebraska Accepting Applications for the 2022 Bighorn Sheep Lottery till Aug 5th
Posted by TBC Press on: 06/07/22

Nebraska residents have the opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime hunt. Enter for the chance to harvest a full-curl ram in the beautiful Pine Ridge this December. Applications must be received in the Lincoln office or submitted online by Aug. 5, 2022. Only Nebraska residents are eligible to apply. The winner of the lottery permit will receive up to four days of free guide service from Game and Parks staff and up to four days and nights of meals and lodging at...