ODNR Division of Wildlife - Wild Resources - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Hunting FAQs 

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Q.  Where can I purchase a hunting license?
Q.  When does my hunting license expire? When should I buy my “new” licenses, permits and stamps?
Q.  What are the licensing requirements for a non-resident hunting license?
Q.  Where are the best places to go hunting for game species?
Q.  What is the hunter education requirement in Ohio?
Q.  How can I satisfy the hunter education requirement?
Q.  When and where is the hunter education course offered?
Q.  How can I obtain a duplicate hunter education card?
Q.  At what age can a child start hunting?
Q.  At what age is a hunting license required?
Q.  What is legal shooting time for all species?
Q.  What are the requirements of landowners, tenants, and renters?
Q.  I lost my License/Permits/Stamps. How can I get replacements?
Q.  May I pursue a deer across property lines?
Q.  Can I hunt small game during deer gun season?
Q.  Am I able to hunt on Sunday?
Q.  How do I apply for a controlled hunt?
Q.  Was I drawn for a controlled hunt?
Q.  Do I need to purchase a deer tag in order to participate in a controlled hunt?
Q.  If I kill a deer at a controlled hunt, does it count against my bag limit?
Q.  What are the handgun and cartridge limits for deer hunting?
Q.  Who sets the hunting/trapping regulations. How can I voice my opinion regarding season dates, bag limits, etc?
Q.  What should I do if I kill a banded duck or goose?
Q.  What should I do if I observe a wildlife violation?
Q.  Who is exempt from buying a hunting license?
Q.  What does it cost to hunt in Ohio?
Q.  Is wild boar hunting legal in Ohio? Where can I find more information?
Q.  What should I know about EHD (Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease) in Ohio's deer herd?