The official page of the wildlife resources section of the west virginia division of natural resources. Hunters and trappers must obtain their dnr id number before using the telephone game check option. To see more information consult the hunting and trapping regulations, page 44. Below are the seasons and bag limits for most hunting and trapping seasons for from july 1, 2019 through june 30, 2020. Eithersex deer hunting days east of the blue ridge. Comment on 20202021 migratory game bird hunting seasons federal frameworks and staff recommendations. Antlered deer may be taken every day of the season.
Most counties are open to a concurrent antlerless deer hunting season on private land and selected public lands during the traditional buck gun season. Spring gobbler season wild turkey starts september 1. West virginia hunting seasons, 20192020 hunting season hq. The 201718 season dates and bag limits for migratory game birds will be available in midapril. Nevada nevada big game hunting nevada small game hunting nevada fishing nevada big game hunting seasons. Regulations are set annually by the fisheries and wildlife board. Wild boar archery and crossbow september 24 december 31. General hunting seasons oklahoma department of wildlife. However, there are some exceptions on public land see the wma section for details on public land hunting. Squirrel hunting season 2019 2020 squirrel hunting seasons. Bear, deer and turkey tag validation and checking requirements. New to the 2016 2017 deer hunting season is the ware creek wma in new kent county. One 1 bearded turkey per day, not to exceed four 4 per season. Changes in hunting trapping regulations for 20182019 seasons are in italicbold type.
Changes in huntingtrapping regulations for 20182019 seasons are in italicbold type. West virginia mast survey and hunting outlook now available. Discover the amazing variety of wild and wonderful hunting, trapping and fishing opportunities in the mountain state. It is illegal to bait or feed any wildlife on public land between september 1 and december 31 and during the spring gobbler seasons. Information is subject to change due to legislation passed during the 201 7 general assembly. The first thing youll need is a hunting or sporting license. Several important changes in fall hunting seasons for squirrel, whitetailed deer, black bear and wild turkey are included in the new 20162017 west virginia. It is designed as a service to hunters and is not intended to be a complete digest of all hunting and trapping regulations. These pages provide a summary of the regulations and statutes that relate to hunting and trapping in massachusetts. There are additional local, state and federal laws that may apply to fishing, hunting, and the use of firearms, including the california penal code and california fish and game code, and many local ordinances. Chronic wasting disease info bucksonly firearms antlerless.
Most regulations are subject to change by administrative rule. For complete information, hunters should consult the 20162017 west virginia hunting and trapping regulations summary available at any wvdnr office, license agents or by visiting the wvdnr website. Nov 07, 2016 buck firearm hunters in 14 counties see the 20162017 hunting and trapping regulations are required to take an antlerless deer with a firearm before harvesting a second antlered deer. Call tollfree in maryland at 18776208dnr 8367 out of state. Proposed 2015 hunting regulations for whitetailed deer, wild turkey, black bear and boar, proposed 20162017 general hunting and trapping regulations and proposed 2016 fishing regulations are now. Deer archery and crossbow september 30 december 31 deer antlerless. See page 12 for special regulations for west virginia containment area carcass transport and baiting, and for baiting and feeding wildlife on olderaged deer management areas. These are the seasons and bag limits for most hunting and trapping seasons from july 1, 2019 through june 30, 2020. Increase in mast ensures a good hunting season sports. May 14, 2020 most california fishing and hunting regulations are contained in the california code of regulations ccr, title 14 natural resources.
Hunting brochurespermits new for 20162017 hunt season will be available after september 1. Proposed 2015 hunting regulations for whitetailed deer, wild turkey, black bear and boar, proposed 2016 2017 general hunting and trapping regulations and proposed 2016 fishing regulations are now. Virginia offers a list of larger sized animals for hunters such as deer, elk, bear and turkey, as well as small game like squirrel and quail. All tennessee counties are open to spring turkey seasons. New hunting regulations include early bear season in. As part of our comprehensive guide to us hunting seasons by state on this page you will find out when is hunting season for west virginia. The publication is now available at all west virginia hunting and fishing license agents, dnr district offices, the elkins operation. West virginia division of natural resources home facebook.
Virginia hunting seasons take place throughout the year in the beautiful appalachian mountains. They can cause tremendous damage to habitat and property, and pose an everpresent threat to wildlife and the biosecurity of the states multimilliondollar. Management will still have the ability to obtain hunt harvest information on most species in coordination with west virginia department of natural resources wvdnr. Hunters shall check in each day at the designated checkin location no earlier than 4 a. There have been no changes to north carolina hunting or fishing license requirements, seasons, or bagcreel limits. Deer buck firearms november 21 december 3 see pages 18. Any turkey harvested during the young sportsman hunt counts toward the spring season limit of four 4. These dates are for the 20172018 hunting seasons only, dates for 20162017 can be found here. Buck firearm hunters in 14 counties see the 20162017 hunting and trapping regulations are required to take an antlerless deer with a firearm before harvesting a second antlered deer.
Deer archery and crossbow september 26 december 31 deer antlerless split season selected counties. Hunting season dates that are shown on this page are either upcoming or currently open. Split counties mapsdescriptions split youth, class qqq and xs. The 20162017 hunting and trapping seasons have proposed opening and closing dates. The 2016 mast survey and hunting outlook is now available on the west virginia division of natural resources website at. Waterfowl hunting regulations kentucky department of. Since 1971, the wildlife resources section, in cooperation with volunteers from numerous other agencies, has conducted a fall mast survey to determine the abundance of mast produced by 18 species of trees and shrubs. Feral swine are not native to pennsylvania and present many problems to wildlife and people. Hunting brochurespermits new for 2016 2017 hunt season will be available after september 1.
Although hunting is prohibited on 600 miles of npsacquired a. All designated swimming beaches at kansas state parks are temporarily closed. The 2017 18 season dates and bag limits for migratory game birds will be available in midapril. Hunters and trappers may now check their game via the telephone at 1844wvcheck, the website. The official west virginia dnr els electronic licensing. Visitors may still enjoy the water in other areas, so long as social distancing and park regulations are observed. Hunters shall check out each day at the designated checkin location.
Wear blaze orange when hiking in fall, winter or spring, and take other safety precautions. Virginia hunting seasons, 20192020 hunting season hq. This is a large 7mb file and may take a long time 20 min or longer to open on a dialup internet connection. It is unlawful to hunt wildlife, except foxes, crows and coyotes, on sundays. Regulations west virginia division of natural resources. Most california fishing and hunting regulations are contained in the california code of regulations ccr, title 14 natural resources. There is also general information on the different hunting seasons for a wide range of wild game species. Nov 19, 2016 consult the 20162017 hunting and trapping regulations summary for specific counties. Hunting season changes explained in new 20162017 west. These dates are for the 2017 2018 hunting seasons only, dates for 2016 2017 can be found here. West virginia hunting seasons, 20192020 west virginia offers several big game hunting seasons through the beautiful appalachian mountains.
Antleress deer may only be taken on the designated eithersex deer hunting days listed below. During checkin, hunters will be provided a map showing portions of the area that are open. In all areas including merrimac farm wma and occoneechee state park unless otherwise noted below. Taking elk counts towards a hunters deer permits and bag. Coyotes may be hunted after daylight hours using lights or nightvision equipment from feb. Wvdnr hunting regulations deer special split youth and. In previous years, in order to obtain a hunt package, a hunter had. Aptly named the mountain state, west virginia gives hunters the opportunity to hunt in majestic solitude while pursuing deer, bear, turkey and small game. Deer archery and crossbow september 24 december 31 deer. Being able to pattern the game animals movements and predict their location is not an easy task. Hunting and trapping seasons for small game in west virginia will commence in midoctober, and wildlife biologists with the state division of natural resources are predicting good opportunities for success this season. Tennessee turkey season regulations and information. The guide is a summary of indiana hunting regulations.
You may take only two antlered deer during the archery and firearms deer hunting seasons combined. Hunters, buck gun season is almost here west virginia. Effective january 9, 2016, temporary closure to feral swine hunting in butler county. Hunters may purchase and fill any number of archery antlerless deer hunting permits in open counties you may take only two antlered deer during the. To comply with the governors stay at home order and help prevent the spread of covid19, the n. Seasons that have ended for the year will not be shown. Several important changes in fall hunting seasons for squirrel, whitetailed deer, black bear and wild turkey are included in the new 20162017 west virginia hunting and trapping regulations summary brochure. Consult the 20162017 hunting and trapping regulations summary for specific counties. Only one antlered deer may be taken before november 16. Dnr inviting public comment on proposed changes news. Hunters may purchase and fill any number of archery antlerless deer hunting permits in open counties. Central office 614 2656633 construction projectscontracts 614 2656369 ohio emergency operations center ohio eoc 614 7999538.
There have also been additional hunting lands added to several existing wmas. Hunting dates and seasons new hampshire fish and game. Areas west of i55 and north of i20 plus areas south of i20 and west of u. Advertisement an increase in the availability of mast this year and a mild winter in 20162017 should contribute to a bountiful season, according. Wildlife resources commission has suspended the sale of all field trial permits until further notice. Being a successful hunter requires time, knowledge and luck. To get your hunt brochurepermit simply go by a kiosk wooden structure with brochures in front located in refuge parking lots click on hunting at canaan valley below for more information, sign the front of the brochurepermit and go hunting. New hunting regulations include early bear season in southern. Wildlife resources commission has suspended the sale of. If you wish, instead, to receive a printed copy, please visit an authorized hunting license agent or request a copy from a dnr district office. We are delighted to announce the release of the updated hunting, trapping and fishing map application. Species opening date closing date daily bag limit possession limit season limit. Electronic game check muzzleloader mountaineer heritage. Since 1971, the wildlife resources section, in cooperation with volunteers from numerous other agencies, has conducted a fall mast survey to determine the abundance of mast produced by 18 species of.