01 / Season structure
When and how.
Sep 5, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026
Nov 21, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Confirm tag availability, current regulations, boundaries, legal methods, ammunition rules, closures, and access before you act. The agency source and your issued tag control.
02 / Sportsman’s Illustrated notes
What to solve before opening day.
A hunt area is not an access permit. Confirm land ownership, property rules, closures, and legal entry before relying on any parcel.
The split season creates two planning windows. Check tag availability first, then choose the period that fits your access and practice time.
More moving parts, usually because the draw, timing, or season structure requires earlier decisions.
03 / Regulatory record
Read the official material.
These sources establish the hunt record above. They can be updated after our verification date.