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Massachusetts Voters Decide Nov. 3 on a Sporting-Goods Conservation Fund and the 2024 Firearms Law
Massachusetts voters decide Nov. 3 on a sporting-goods conservation fund and whether the 2024 firearms law stays. Early voting runs through Oct. 30.
Okanogan-Wenatchee Opens Objections on Domestic Sheep Standards Aimed at Bighorn Disease Risk
The Forest Service opened objections on Okanogan-Wenatchee standards meant to separate domestic sheep and goats from bighorn sheep.
Oklahoma Hunters Can Comment Until Nov. 6 on Rules for Releasing Captive Deer
Oklahoma is taking comment until 4:30 p.m. Nov. 6, 2026, on proposed rules for releasing captive white-tailed deer, including CWD genetic conditions.
South Atlantic Council Will Hear Comment on Whether Three Grouper Spawning Closures Expire in 2027
The South Atlantic Council will take comment on extending three snapper-grouper spawning closures past Aug. 2, 2027. The hearing is Nov. 9.
NOAA Closed the Commercial Atlantic Bluefin General Category Through November 30
NMFS closed the Atlantic bluefin General category from Oct. 17 through Nov. 30, 2026. It reopens Dec. 1. Recreational angling quota is separate.
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Idaho Hunting Guide
Spring bear, elk, turkey hunting near Boise with millions of acres of public land.
- Spring bear hunting
- World-class elk
- Vast public lands
Michigan Hunting Guide
Exceptional whitetail deer hunting, strong hunting culture, and public land opportunities.
- Trophy whitetail
- Waterfowl migration
- Public land access
Colorado Hunting Guide
High country elk and mule deer hunting with OTC and draw tags. Seasons vary by unit; rifle has multiple segments. Check CPW for unit-specific dates and OTC availability—some units now limited.
- OTC elk (unit-dependent)
- Draw-only mule deer
- Trophy mule deer
Texas Hunting Guide
America's top hunting destination with long whitetail seasons, year-round hogs, and diverse private- and public-land options.
- Long deer seasons
- Year-round wild hog
- Mule deer in west TX
Montana Hunting Guide
Big Sky Country offers world-class elk, deer, and bear hunting on public lands.
- Missouri River Breaks
- Combo license draw
- Trophy mule deer
Pennsylvania Hunting Guide
Strong hunting culture with exceptional whitetail opportunities.
- Whitetail tradition
- Public gamelands
- Turkey hunting
Minnesota Hunting Guide
Diverse hunting from deer to waterfowl to upland birds across varied terrain.
- Southwest pheasant zone
- Walk-In Access
- Pheasant Stamp
Georgia Hunting Guide
Georgia offers long deer seasons and spring turkey; some counties have extended archery or either-sex restrictions. Check DNR regulations for county-specific dates and either-sex days.
- Deer archery Sep - Jan
- Primitive & firearms Oct - Jan
- Spring turkey Mar–May
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