Rifle Season


A portion of the hunting season designated for rifles only, typically separate from archery or muzzleloader seasons.

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Big Game


Larger species such as deer, elk, or bear, usually requiring specific tags and more restrictive r...


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Hunting License


Official authorization from a state wildlife agency to hunt certain species; often requires hunte...


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Muzzleloader Season


A special period allowing only muzzle-loading firearms, often extending hunting opportunities for...


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Open Season


The legal timeframe when a particular game species can be hunted, established to manage wildlife ...


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