Hunting Seasons
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The specific times of day (e.g., half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset) during which...
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A defined geographic area (game management unit) with specific regulations, bag limits, and hunti...
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Official authorization from a state wildlife agency to hunt certain species; often requires hunte...
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The legal timeframe when a particular game species can be hunted, established to manage wildlife ...
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A state agency managing wildlife, issuing hunting licenses, and enforcing conservation laws.
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A limited-entry hunt requiring a draw or lottery, used to regulate harvest pressure or manage spe...
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A special period allowing only muzzle-loading firearms, often extending hunting opportunities for...
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Licenses or tags left over after the initial lottery or sale, often made available on a first-com...
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