In other rule changes, any straight-walled cartridge rifle with a minimum caliber of .357 to a maximum caliber of .50 is now allowed for hunting deer in Ohio.
Ohio Wildlife Council Approves 2017-2018 Hunting Regulations
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California junior hunters have enjoyed a new benefit that took effect at the beginning of the 2015-16 hunting season.
N.H. Panel OKs Bill to Legalize Hunting with Suppressors
A New Hampshire House subcommittee gave its approval last week to HB 500, which would repeal current prohibitions on using silencers for hunting.
West Virginia DNR Wildlife Resources Section Files Legislative Rules for Review
The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has filed legislative rule changes with the Secretary of State’s office, according to Paul R. Johansen, Chief of…..
Colorado: Hunting Bill Looks to Place More Hunters in the Field
Lengthy hunter education requirements discourage potential hunters going afield because the necessary time to complete the course in order to pursue an activity that they are simply trying out…
Deer Tracking Dogs, an Untapped Resource for Responsible Hunters
Over a dozen states prohibit the use of the most refined search “tool” available to hunters when trying to retrieve downed deer or other large game: tracking dogs…
New Mexico’s 2015 Hunting Rules & Information Booklet, Now Online
Rules and information about applying for licenses and hunting big-game, small game and turkeys in New Mexico are available online and for download…
Hunting: The Adventure and the Responsibility
There will be nearly 500,000 blaze-orange clad hunters afield when Minnesota’s firearms deer season gets underway Saturday, Nov. 8.
Expect Roadblocks Statewide During Hunting Seasons in New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will conduct roadblocks throughout the state during hunting seasons to collect harvest data and to detect wildlife law violations.
Hunting Common Sense Is On The March In Michigan
Michigan to allow .35 Caliber Or Larger Ammunition in Deer Zone Three.
Big Game Harvests to be Checked at Official Game Checking Stations
The West Virginia DNR reminds hunters that successful hunters must field tag and transport their deer, bear, turkey or boar to a Natural Resources Police Officer or official game checking station.
Pennsylvania Camp Roster Requirement Lifted
The PGC announced that groups of five or more people hunting from a permanent camp traditionally have needed to fill out and post a participant roster during big-game seasons.
Bobcat Hunting Changes; DWR Also Recommends Cougar Hunting Rules for Upcoming Season
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has announced that Wildlife biologists are recommending changes that could result in more chances to take bobcats in Utah this fall.
Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission Sends ODFW Budget to Governor
The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission today approved a $357 million budget proposal for the ODFW for the 2015 to 2017 biennium.
Commission to Consider Oregon Agency Budget, Fishing and Game Bird Hunting Regulation
The ODFW Commission has announced that it will consider the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s proposed budget request for approval when it meets August 1st at ODFW Headquarters.
Crossbow Use Will Be Legal for Wisconsin Deer Hunting in 2014
The WIDNR has announced that this hunting season, Wisconsin will offer a crossbow deer hunting season that will run along with the regular archery season.
DSC Praises Tanzania’s Crackdown on Green Mile Safari Co.
Tanzanian wildlife officials have revoked all hunting licenses and concessions for Green Mile Safari Co for violations in hunting ethics and laws.
Sportsmen Blast Attempts to Block Clean Water Rule
As Congress considers immediate action on clean water rule, hunters and anglers urge restoration of protections for nation’s waters and wetlands.
Hunters in Northern New Mexico Invited to Give Input on Big-Game Hunting Rules
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish invites hunters and wildlife enthusiasts in the Santa Fe area to give comments on several big-game hunting rules during a public meeting.
L.D.W.F. Issues Reminder to Leave Young Deer Fawns Undisturbed
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is reminding people who encounter what appear to be abandoned fawns that they must be left alone and undisturbed.
Hunters Are Invited To Give Input On Big-Game Hunting Rules
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish invites all hunters and wildlife enthusiasts in the Las Cruces area to give input on Big-Game Hunting Rules.
Crossbow Legalization Crosses New York Governor’s Desk
Add New York State to the 27 states allowing crossbow use for hunting during part or all of an open archery hunting season in the United States…
Minnesota Youth 15 And Younger No Longer Need Free Small Game License
This hunting season it’s very simple for kids 15 and younger. They can hunt grouse, squirrels, ducks, pheasant and rabbits without any license or stamps…
Wisconsin: Public Hearing on Pro-Hunting Legislation Postponed Until Next Wednesday
AB 194, would allow all hunters to use a crossbow during the big game archery season. This bill would help increase hunter participation and preserve Wisconsin’s rich hunting heritage…
Waterfowl Hunting Late Season Frameworks Proposed
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing continued liberal hunting season lengths and bag limits for the upcoming 2013-14 late waterfowl seasons…
