Hunt
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Forms of Proof
The following are considered forms of licenses, state stamps, permits and harvest authorizations:
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Permit Application Deadlines
SpeciesApplication Due DateDrawing DateElkMay 31Early JuneBobcatAug. 1Mid-SeptemberSharp-tailed Grouse*Aug. 1SeptemberSpring TurkeyDec. 10Early JanuaryBearDec.
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Wisconsin Residency
A person must have maintained a permanent residence in Wisconsin for 30 consecutive days immediately before purchasing a license. Domiciliary intent is required. Evidence of domiciliary intent includes where the person votes, pays personal state…
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Hunter Education Requirement
Persons born on or after Jan. 1, 1973, must present one of the following to purchase any hunting license:
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License Fees
All licenses, stamps and permits can be purchased on Go Wild.Please see the individual species sections for more information on specific licensing requirements.
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Protected Species
Hunting protected species, such as cougar, badger, jackrabbit, moose, flying squirrel and wolf, is prohibited. See Ch. NR 10.02 for details.
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Highly Visible Clothing
When and where a firearm deer season is in progress, it is illegal to hunt any game, except waterfowl, unless at least 50% of the hunter’s outer clothing above the waist is colored blaze orange or fluorescent pink. A hat or other head covering, if…
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Use of Dogs For Hunting
Dogs may not be used to hunt elk or deer. Dogs are legal to use for hunting small game mammals, game birds, furbearing animals, bears, migratory game birds and unprotected species. Dogs may be used for hunting wild turkeys only during the fall…