Did you know Vermont was the first state to constitutionally protect its citizens’ right to hunt? The passion and deep love for hunting in Vermont has stayed strong to this day. If you’d like to enjoy all Vermont offers, you need to understand the laws and regulations of the state before setting off on the hunt. 

In order to legally hunt in the state of Vermont, hunters must be properly licensed unless they are resident or nonresident landowners intending to hunt on their land. Before applying to purchase a license, applicants must present a previous or current hunting license or hunter safety education certification card. Applicants under the age of 16 must have a guardian’s signed permission given in the presence of an issuing agent. 

The state of Vermont offers a variety of hunting licenses that will vary in price based on the circumstances and intended game. It is highly recommended to look at the details of the different licenses listed on the site in order to find the license suitable for your needs. For example, there are special discount rates for members of the United States Armed Forces stationed in Vermont and students residing in Vermont. Special permits for hunting moose and antlerless white-tailed deer are given out annually through a lottery system. You can buy your hunting licenses online or through authorized license agents.