National Hunting & Fishing Day
September 28, 2024, is National Hunting and Fishing Day.
Georgia national hunting and fishing day:
Multiple events will be scheduled to celebrate. Check back in August 2024 for a full event listing.
An official website of the State of Georgia.
September 28, 2024, is National Hunting and Fishing Day.
Georgia national hunting and fishing day:
Multiple events will be scheduled to celebrate. Check back in August 2024 for a full event listing.
Alligator hunters will receive their harvest record as part of their alligator permit at the time of purchase (alligator permits are free to drawn hunters who have all-inclusive licenses but they still have to “purchase” the permit online, by phone or at a license retailer).
All big game hunters are required to have a Harvest Record for the current season.
This includes:
In Georgia, aquaculture and live fish sales (non-aquarium trade related) are regulated by the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Resident sportsmen save $5 annually ($65/year compared to $70/year) when purchasing a resident sportsman's license which covers most state hunting and fishing privileges including hunting, big game, fishing (fresh and salt water) and trout (excludes the alligator license and federal duck stamp; still must obtain the free deer harvest record and free Georgia Migratory Bird Stamp each season).
Application lists individual licenses and fees. Please complete the whole application and provide the required information then return by mail. Applications may be obtained from any Wildlife Resources Division Office.
Disability Hunting and Fishing License Application
Went into effect July 1, 2017.
One-Time Honorary Veterans Hunting & Fishing License Application
A One Time Veterans License is available free to Georgia resident military veterans who served on active Federal duty for 90 or more days and were honorably discharged on July 1, 2005 or later. This free license is valid for one year from date of issue, is available to Georgia residents, and may be issued only once.
Lifetime Sportsman’s Licenses—for people under 65