Game Commission: State Hunting & Furtaking licenses go on Sale Monday

The Pennsylvania Game Commission announced hunting and furtaking licenses for the 2020-21 season will be available starting this Monday. 

General hunting licenses and furtaker licenses cost $20.90 each for Pennsylvania residents and $101.90 for nonresidents. Resident senior hunters and furtakers, ages 65 and older, can purchase one-year licenses for $13.90, or lifetime licenses for $51.90. For $101.90, resident seniors can purchase lifetime combination licenses that afford them hunting and furtaking privileges. A complete list of licensing requirements can be found here.

Due to a recent change in state law, big-game hunting will be permitted on the following dates: Sunday, Nov. 15, for archery deer hunting; Sunday, Nov. 22, for bear hunting; and Sunday, Nov. 29, for deer hunting during regular firearms season.

For additional information about elk seasons and licenses, Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) permits, and where to buy hunting and furtaking licenses, visit pgc.pa.gov.