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<h3>Everything you need to know before hunting on Public Lands.</h3>
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<h2><strong>Is hunting legal in </strong><g class="gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep" id="6" data-gr-id="6"><strong>USA</strong></g><strong>?</strong></h2>
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<p>According to federal hunting laws, hunting is legal in USA.</p>
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<p>In the United States of America, Hunting is considered a tool for wildlife management and outdoor recreation. No doubt it’s an outdoor tradition for the Americans.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation depicts the manner in which we oversee access to wildlife. T<g class="gr_ gr_100 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="100" data-gr-id="100">hus</g> ensure sound &amp; natural wildlife population in the future. </p>
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<p>By regarding
seasons and points of confinement, hunters help guarantee that wildlife
population is supportable. Funds from hunting licenses (federal licenses, state
licenses), federal duck stamps, and taxes and duties imposed on hunting gears
and ammo help buy and maintain millions of acres of land for animals.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">With a couple
of special cases that differ by state, every hunter must have the required
state license(s). In case you're chasing on a national wildlife shelter, some
additionally require their own grants as well as user fees. Besides hunting programs,
state agencies have authority over animal control, management of non-endangered
species; maintenance of State parks, backwoods and recreation territories.</p>
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<h2><strong>Rules
of hunting you must know</strong></h2>
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<p>Hunting
in USA is controlled by Local State as well as National laws. So hunting must
be abiding by these rules. In this case, the below mentioned rules should be
considered. </p>
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<p><a><strong><em>The following violations and offenses
are considered acts of poaching in the USA </em></strong></a><em>(sources
Wikipedia):</em><strong><em>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hunting,
killing or collecting animals that is listed as endangered by <strong><em>IUCN</em></strong>
and protected by Endangered Species Act, the <strong><em>Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918</em></strong>
and international treaties like <strong><em>CITES</em></strong>.</p>
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<p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Fishing
and hunting without a valid state license.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Chasing
wildlife outside permitted hours and hunting season; usually the breeding
season is declared as the closed season.</p>
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<p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Use
of prohibited machine guns, explosives, poison, snare traps, nets and pitfall
traps.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Use
of baiting with food, decoys or recorded calls in order to increase chances for
successful shooting.</p>
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<p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Shooting
from a moving vehicle or aircraft.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lighting
deer with a spotlight at night to mislead its natural defense sense and thus
facilitate an easy kill is considered animal abuse. This hunting method is
prohibited in Florida, Virginia, Connecticut, Michigan, Tennessee and
California,</p>
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<p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Leading
wildlife on a land that is restricted or owned by somebody else.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hunting
animals in a confined area (canned hunting).</p>
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<h2><strong>What public lands can I hunt on?</strong></h2>
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<p>Public lands of <g class="gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep" id="5" data-gr-id="5">USA</g> offer immense opportunities to the hunters to chase their passion. Public lands allow families to pass down country’s rich hunting heritage. National Wildlife Refuge System has been pioneered by the hunting tradition of the Americans.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">At present, there are 76 hunting areas overseen by the National Park Service, 336 national wildlife asylums and 36 wetland administration regions overseen by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. And more than 220 million acres of land of BLM-oversaw public lands- notwithstanding most Bureau of Reclamation lands - that permit hunting as per government and state directions and laws. </p>
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<p>To guarantee you are hunting in appropriate territories, if it's not too much trouble contact your nearby public lands management office. </p>
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<h2><strong>Which animals can I hunt on America’s public lands?</strong></h2>
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<p>Public lands of
America assure you of a quality hunt. From deer and waterfowl to turkey and
wild hoards, there's a scope of allowed animal groups to chase on open
terrains. For those searching for a thrilling major game hunt, Alaska offers
the best hunting spot for you.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">The hunting on public lands is cautiously managed to guarantee <g class="gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar only-del replaceWithoutSep" id="8" data-gr-id="8">a harmony</g> among animals and their environments. Every area - regardless of whether it's a wildlife refuge or national preserve - chooses the right species that you can hunt. And when and precisely where you can hunt them. This analysis factor in <g class="gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep" id="6" data-gr-id="6">wildlife</g> population, monetary plausibility, living space attainability, public security and demand for <g class="gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar only-ins doubleReplace replaceWithoutSep" id="7" data-gr-id="7">hunt</g>. </p>
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<p>Locate the ideal hunt for you on national wildlife refuges, national preserves or <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://publicland.org/about/blm-flpma/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">BLM-maintained public lands.</a></p>
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<h2><strong>When
is hunting season in USA?</strong></h2>
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<p>Hunting season is defined as the time when a licensed hunter is allowed to hunt a particular species of animals.</p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">Every state has primary authority over the hunting of wildlife that resides within state boundaries.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;State agencies that
sell hunting licenses are the best source of information regarding hunting
seasons, areas open/closed for hunting etc.</p>
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<h3><strong>Open Season</strong></h3>
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<p style="background-color:#d7f9bd" class="has-background">Open season is the time when a specific wildlife animal is permitted to be chased according to state’s wildlife protection law. Each state makes laws and codes overseeing the season dates and species. It maintains a strategic distance from the peak breeding period when individuals from an animal types are especially vulnerable, and keeps away from any interruption to mating, which may influence profitability.</p>
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<h3><strong>Closed Season</strong></h3>
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<p style="background-color:#fdd3b5" class="has-background"><g class="gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins doubleReplace replaceWithoutSep" id="6" data-gr-id="6">Closed</g> season is the time when hunting <g class="gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar multiReplace" id="5" data-gr-id="5">a animal</g> of a given animal group(s) is in opposition to <g class="gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep" id="7" data-gr-id="7">law</g>. Normally, shut seasons are set to protect a species when it is most vulnerable or, sometimes to secure animals amid their reproducing season.&nbsp; </p>
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<p style="background-color:#fdd3b5" class="has-background"><amp-fit-text layout="fixed-height" min-font-size="14" max-font-size="48" height="50"><p style="background-color:#fdd3b5" class="has-background">A closed season is enforced by local conservation law for the preservation of the species and wildlife management; so any hunting during <g class="gr_ gr_3 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins doubleReplace replaceWithoutSep" id="3" data-gr-id="3">closed</g> season is punishable by law and termed as unlawful hunting or poaching.</p></amp-fit-text></p>
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<h2><strong>Do I need any license to hunt on
public lands?</strong></h2>
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<p>If you are looking for hunting on public lands you must have the state <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://fw.ky.gov/Hunt/Pages/Which-License-or-Permit-Do-I-Need-to-Hunt.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="license (opens in a new tab)">license</a>. That is because, the states are in charge of managing wildlife and natural resources inside their outskirts for the advantage of their inhabitants, regardless of whether the hunting happens on government lands. </p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">On the off
chance that you hunt migratory waterfowl and you are 16 years old or more, you
have to buy and carry updated Duck Stamp or E-Stamp. Duck Stamps are legitimate
from July 1 through the next June 30.</p>
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<p>Some public lands, <g class="gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar multiReplace" id="7" data-gr-id="7">overseen</g> by U.S. Department of the Interior, additionally require their very own licenses or potentially user fees. You may also need to take a hunting training course. Obviously, it's constantly fundamental to rehearse gun security and be outfitted with appropriate rigging. Check with the particular area before taking off for a hunt.</p>
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<h2><strong>Final
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<p>Now you have a good idea on federal hunting laws.</p>
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<p>Before you start a hunting adventure, ensure you have done all <g class="gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep" id="7" data-gr-id="7">necessary</g> paperwork. A well-planned map is very useful. As weather and conditions change very quickly, so always be prepared for the worst. Get maps and inform others where you will be, the point at which you will be back and build up plan-B if something <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/somerset/7053016.stm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="goes wrong. (opens in a new tab)">goes wrong.</a></p>
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<p style="background-color:#fff8d4" class="has-background">While hunting,
watch your step and know your surroundings. Be vigilant for other individuals
and potential dangers. Be sure of your objective and beyond that. Ensure your
hunting gears are working properly to lessen the chance of injury to yourself
or others. A misfire can cause a great harm to wildlife.</p>
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<p>Taking safety
classes are recommended and required in a few states. Treat each weapon as
though it is loaded. And never point the gun at anything you don't want to
shoot. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the objective
and you are prepared to shoot. It is wise to Wear appropriate hearing
protection and safety glasses.</p>
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<p>Good luck with your hunting adventure this season!</p>
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<p style="background-color:#d3effb" class="has-background">Sources of <g class="gr_ gr_4 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style multiReplace" id="4" data-gr-id="4">Information :</g> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.fws.gov/hunting/" target="_blank">Government websites</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hunting_license" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label=" (opens in a new tab)">Wikipedia</a> and our <a href="https://www.passionatehunters.com/">Passionate Hunters</a>. </p>
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