TBC Press - Outdoor Hunting, Fishing News
Apply for a Wisconsin 2021 Bobcat or Fisher Permit by Aug 1st
by TBC Press on 07/30/21The deadline to apply for a Wisconsin 2021 bobcat or fisher permit closes this Sunday, Aug. 1, at 11:59 p.m. Drawings for 2021 bobcat and fisher permits will take place in August and permits will be posted to Go Wild accounts by mid-September. In addition to a permit for bobcat and fisher, a trapping license is required to trap bobcat, fisher and river otter and a small game license is required to hunt bobcat. All first-time trappers who... READ MORE
Wyoming Accepting 2021 Applications for HMAs
by TBC Press on 07/30/21If you’re one of the many hunters forming plans to head to a Wyoming Game and Fish Department Hunter Management Area (HMA) this fall, it's time to apply for permission slips. Applications for HMAs are now open. As many hunters know, a successful hunting season begins long before heading afield. Securing permission for access is one of the most important planning steps. HMAs are typically private ranches and farms where the Game and Fish manages hunting access. These properties may include... READ MORE
Wyoming to Expand 2021 Fall Hunting Opportunities for Youth
by TBC Press on 07/30/21More youth will have the opportunity to hunt this fall in Wyoming. Effective as of July 1, youth hunters will be able to pursue big or trophy game animals at 11 years old if they turn 12 by the end of the calendar year. Youth hunters are required to successfully complete a hunter education course before heading afield, unless accompanied by a mentor. A course listing is available online. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has filed an emergency rule to modify Chapter 44 -- licensing regulations to... READ MORE
Arkansas New 2021 Private Land Dove Permit Period Opens Aug 1st
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Idaho Second 2021 Big Game Controlled Hunt Drawing Application Opens Aug 5th
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Idaho 2021 Sage Grouse and Sandhill Crane Tags on Sale Aug 1st
by TBC Press on 07/29/21Idaho hunters wanting to hunt sage grouse or sandhill cranes can buy tags starting at 10 a.m. MDT on Aug. 1, and both will be available in limited numbers on a first-come, first served basis. Hunters can buy tags at Fish and Game offices during normal business hours, at license vendors, with a credit card through the online vendor, by calling (800) 554-8685, or with the new Idaho Fish and Game app. NOTE: Because Aug. 1 falls on a Sunday, Fish and Game offices will be closed on that day. In addition... READ MORE
Illinois New Hunters Should Buy Licenses/Apply Early for IDNR Dove, Upland & Waterfowl
by TBC Press on 07/29/21The Illinois IDNR)is encouraging new Illinois hunting and trapping license buyers to apply early during application periods for a number of IDNR permits for the 2021-22 hunting seasons. With the transition to a new Illinois licensing, permitting, and harvest reporting system, first-time hunting and trapping license buyers are currently unable to enter required IDNR customer numbers until the day after they purchase those licenses. To avoid missing deadlines... READ MORE
Apply for Illinois 2021 Deer Hunting Opportunities Through IRAP by Aug 13
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Illinois Non-Resident Hunters Can Purchase 2021 Fall Deer/Turkey Permits OTC Aug 3rd
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Deadline to apply for LDWF 2021-22 Waterfowl Lottery Hunts is Aug 31
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Deadline to apply for LDWF 2021-22 Deer Lottery Hunts is Aug 31
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Apply by Aug 31 for Maryland 2021 Fall Black Bear Hunt Lottery
by TBC Press on 07/29/21The Maryland DNR is now accepting applications for the 2021 black bear hunt lottery. Successful applicants will receive a permit valid for the five-day hunting season which will take place Oct. 25-29 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties. The department will issue 950 hunting permits this year. Hunters may apply for the lottery online or at one of more than 250 hunting and fishing license agents across the state. Hunters need a valid DNR ID number to participate. All entries must be completed by 11:59 p.m. Aug. 31 and... READ MORE
Minnesota Hunters Can Begin Planning for the 2021 Deer Hunting Season - Licenses on sale starting Aug 1st
by TBC Press on 07/29/21With the release of the online version of the 2021 Minnesota Hunting and Trapping Regulations handbook, hunters can read up on what’s new to prepare for this year’s deer hunting season. The handbook is now available on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ deer hunting webpage. Printed copies of the handbook will be delivered to hunting license vendors the first week of August. Hunting licenses go on sale Sunday, Aug. 1, and are available at any DNR license agent, by telephone at 888-665-4236, or online. In addition... READ MORE
Apply by Aug 18 for New Mexico 2021 Sandhill Crane and Pheasant Draw Permits
by TBC Press on 07/29/21
Oregon 2021 All-Depth Pacific Halibut Fishing Opens Aug 5
by TBC Press on 07/29/21ODFW is changing the Central Oregon Coast Subarea (Cape Falcon to Humbug Mountain) summer all-depth Pacific halibut season open dates to increase angling opportunities. The summer season which begins Aug. 5 will now be open every Thursday through Saturday (instead of every other Thursday through Saturday) until the quota is met or Oct. 31. Anglers should take note of some new regulations this year. The 2021 pacific halibut regulations are... READ MORE
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