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20112012 GEORGIA HUNTING 
SEASONS& REGULATIONS 
 
Nathan Deal, Governor 
Mark Williams, Commissioner, Department of Natural Resources 
Dan Forster, Director, Wildlife Resources Division 
 
BOARD OF NATURAL RESOURCES 
 
Earl Barrs, Chairman 
Warren Budd, Jr., Vice Chairman 
Mabel Jenkins, Secretary 
 
Phyllis Johnson Ray Lambert, Jr. Robert Leeburn, Jr. Aaron McWhorter Mark Smith 
 
Bill Archer 
 
Loyce Turner 
 
Dennis Billew 
 
Jim Walters 
 
Bill Carruth 
 
Philip Watt 
 
Joe Hat eld 
 
Philip Wilheit, Jr. 
 
Walter Hudson 
 
Steven Woodru 
 
Duncan Johnson, Sr. 
 
ABOUT THIS PUBLICATION 
Welcome to Georgia's 20112012 Hunting Seasons and Regulations. Hunting regulations are set by the Board of Natural Resources, acting on the recommendations of the Department's professional wildlife biologists and other eld personnel. Laws are set by the elected members of the General Assembly. is guide is designed to help you understand the laws and regulations for hunting in Georgia. For complete rules and exact wording, refer to the Game and Fish Code (Title 27) and the current copy of the Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division's regulations (Chapter 391) on le with the Secretary of State. 
is publication is paid for through the sale of advertising space. e Georgia Department of Natural Resources neither endorses the products or services listed nor accepts any liability arising from the use of products or services listed. 
Editor: Brandon C. Anderson, Senior Wildlife Biologist, GA DNR 
ON THE COVER 
Hunting party in the Chestatee militia district (Lumpkin County) ca. 1900. Photo courtesy of Georgia Archives. Father/son photo by Dusan Smetana. 
 
Game Management O ces ......................4 Law Enforcement O ces..........................4 Major Changes .........................................8 License Fees & Sales .................................9 Hunter Education Courses Online ......... 14 Hunter Education Requirements ............16 License Requirements ....................... 1617 Legal Archery Equipment & Firearms.... 17 Unlawful Activities ................................. 18 Training Dogs......................................... 18 Required Clothing.................................. 18 Legal Hours ............................................ 18 Protected Species .................................... 18 Seniors (60-64): Be Counted and Save!....21 Skill Development Programs ..................29 Landowner Liability ...............................24 Baiting ....................................................27 Establishing Deer Harvest Guidelines for Your Property or Hunting Club..........26 National Hunting and Fishing Day ........56 
 
Centennial Celebration ................1214 
 
Statewide Seasons & Regulations Deer ..................................................20 25 Northern Zone Firearms Map ................24 Southern Zone Firearms Map.................25 Bear ........................................................28 Turkey ....................................................28 Feral Hog................................................28 Alligator..................................................28 Small Game ............................................28 Falconry..................................................28 Trapping .................................................28 Migratory Bird Hunting .........................29 One Page Season Summary ..............3031 
 
Hunters for the Hungry.................... 23 
 
WMA Regulations 
 
Recreational Opportunities ....................32 
 
Unlawful Activities .................................33 
 
Dogs & Dog Training ............................33 
 
Horses, Vehicles, ATVs...........................34 
 
Adult/Child Hunts .................................34 
 
Deer ........................................................34 
 
Bear ........................................................34 
 
Turkey ....................................................34 
 
Feral Hog................................................34 
 
Migratory Birds ......................................34 
 
Small Game & Furbearers ......................35 
 
Specialty Hunt Listings 
 
3637 
 
Dog Training Areas ................................37 
 
Shooting Ranges.....................................38 
 
Areas Open for Hunting 
Area Locator Map...................................42 
Georgia Public Hunting Opportunities .................................. 4360 
Federal Areas ....................................6162 
 
Quota Hunt Information Quota Hunt Application Instructions.....39 WMA Quota Turkey Hunts ...................40 WMA Quota Waterfowl Hunts..............40 WMA Quota Deer Hunts ......................41 State Park Quota Deer Hunts .................41 
 
Sunrise/Sunset Table ......................... 63 
 
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About this Guide 
 
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 contact information & offices 
Contact Information & Offices 
Refer to the map for color coding of Game Management regions. Color codes correspond to the region listings below. 
Statewide or General Offices 
Wildlife Resources Division State Headquarters 2070 US Highway 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025 Main Number................................................770-918-6400 Game Management........................................770-918-6404 Fisheries Management....................................770-918-6406 Law Enforcement...........................................770-918-6408 Nongame Conservation..................................770-761-3035 Wildlife Resources Conservation Center 2065 US Highway 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025 Boating Registration.......................................800-366-2661 Hunting & Fishing Licenses...........................800-366-2661 Boating Education..........................................770-761-3010 Hunter Education.......................................770-761-3010 Special Permits Unit...................................770-761-3044 Hunter Services..............................................770-761-3045 Private Lands Program................................478-994-7583 Coastal Resources Division Headquarters One Conservation Way, Suite 300, Brunswick, GA 31520 Main Number................................................912-264-7218 Coastal Law Enforcement..............................912-264-7237 
Turn in Poachers (T.I.P.) Statewide.....800-241-4113 
 
Game Management Region Map 
 
Game Management Region Office 
 
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Wildlife Resources Division Headquarters 
 
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Region Offices 
Northwest Region Office (Region 1) 
2592 Floyd Springs Road, Armuchee, GA 30105 Game Management (Armuchee)....................706-295-6041 Law Enforcement (Calhoun)..........................706-624-1367 Law Enforcement (Atlanta)............................770-769-9680 
Northeast Region Office (Region 2) 
2150 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501 Game Management (Gainesville)...................770-535-5700 Law Enforcement (Gainesville)......................770-535-5499 
East Central Region Office (Region 3) 
142 Bob Kirk Road NW, Thomson, GA 30824 Game Management (Thomson)......................706-595-4222 Game Management (Social Circle).................770-918-6416 Law Enforcement (Thomson).........................706-595-4211 
West Central Region Office (Region 4) 
1014 MLK Blvd., Fort Valley, GA 31030 Game Management (Fort Valley)...................478-825-6354 Law Enforcement (Macon).............................478-751-6415 
Southwest Region Office (Region 5) 
2024 Newton Road, Albany, GA 31701 Game Management (Albany).........................229-430-4254 Law Enforcement (Albany).............................229-430-4252 
South Central Region Office (Region 6) 
1773-A Bowens Mill Hwy, Fitzgerald, GA 31750 Game Management (Fitzgerald).....................229-426-5267 Law Enforcement (Metter).............................912-685-2145 
Coastal Region Office (Region 7) 
1 Conservation Way, Brunswick, GA 31520 Game Management (Brunswick)...................912-262-3173 Law Enforcement (Brunswick).......................912-264-7237 
 
Law Enforcement Region Map 
PLEASE NOTE: the Law Enforcement regions and offices differ slightly from those in the Game Management map above. 
 
Law Enforcement Region Office 
 
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Wildlife Resources Division Headquarters 
 
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Commissioner's Message 
On behalf of the Department of Natural Resources, I want to thank all of the sportsmen who support wildlife and wildlife conservation in Georgia. Hunting, fishing and trapping are a valued part of our cultural heritage. I have long enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout our state, and especially in south Georgia where I've lived for many years. These are traditions that I'm committed to protecting. Not only are hunting and fishing great outdoor activities, they also have a huge economic impact on our state. Hunters and anglers spend an average of $5 million per day in Georgia, with a total economic impact of more than $3 billion each year for local communities. Georgia not only provides great opportunities for residents, it also is the top destination in the United States for non-resident hunters. Sportsmen are the original conservationists. We consider you our partners as you help support the operation and management of state WMAs and as you volunteer with our hunter education training. Your financial support in the form of license sales and buying outdoor recreational equipment allows for the purchase and management of land for a variety of public hunting and fishing opportunities. Licenses are available seven days a week by phone (1-800-366-2661), online (www.georgiawildlife.com), and through retail license agents (list of agents available at www.georgiawildlife.com). We also have many customer service conveniences for you, including a $2.75 discount on many licenses if renewed before they expire, special pricing for multiple-year licenses and special hunting/fishing combination licenses. How else can you support wildlife? Purchase a lifetime hunting and fishing license for your child or grandchild. Put a wildlife license plate on your car. Donate to the Wildlife Conservation Fund Tax Check-off on your state income tax form. Or, volunteer your time with a conservation group. Thank you for your continued support, and good luck on your next hunting or fishing trip! 
Mark Williams Commissioner of Natural Resources 
Major Changes for 20112012 
 Baiting of Deer & Feral Hogs: The Georgia General Assembly passed legislation changing Georgia law relating to hunting deer and feral hog over bait. See page 27. 
 Pursuit of Bears & Feral Hogs with Dogs for Training Pur- 
poses on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest (outside 
of WMAs): In response to public desires to maintain some level of training opportunity, while minimizing conflicts, regulations governing this activity have been adopted. In addition, a designated season has been established in order to maintain opportunities to pursue bears & feral hogs with dogs for training purposes on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest at times that minimize conflicts with other National Forest user groups. Please refer to page 18 for more information. 
 
 Bear Season for Bibb, Houston, Twiggs Counties: In response to public desires and consistent with biological data, the Wildlife Resources Division is providing the opportunity to hunt bear on private land in Bibb, Houston, and Twiggs Counties. Please refer to page 28 for more information. 
 Bear Bag Limit (Northern Zone): In response to public desires and to facilitate stabilization of the mountain bear population, the bear bag limit in the Northern Zone has been increased from one (1) to two (2). Please refer to page 28 for more information. 
 Georgia Outdoor Recreation Pass (GORP): In response to public input and to increase the self-sufficiency of providing certain recreational opportunities on WMAs and PFAs, a GORP may be required to utilize designated fee areas on state-owned WMAs and PFAs. Additional requirements exist for certain organized events involving more than eight individuals. Individuals that hold a valid lifetime, sportsman, honorary or WMA license are exempt from this requirement. Please refer to page 32 for more information. 
 Raccoon Zone Lines: In response to public input, the raccoon trapping and hunting zone lines have been eliminated. This change simplifies hunting regulations for raccoon. Raccoons may now be trapped during the trapping season in North Georgia. Individuals must obtain a valid trapping license. With respect to hunting raccoons, the statewide bag limit is now three (3) per person per day. Please refer to page 28 for more information. 
 Firearms Either-Sex Days for Deer: In response to public desire and shifts in deer population parameters, firearms either-sex days in Banks, Fannin, Franklin, Hart, Rabun, Towns, and Union Counties have been modified (see page 24). In addition, either-sex days on the entire Chattahoochee National Forest have been set at three (3) (see page 61). 
 Special Coyote Hunts on WMAs: In response to public input, several WMAs will provide special opportunities to hunt coyotes. These WMAs are Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA, J.L. Lester WMA, Paulding Forest WMA and Pine Log WMA. Please refer to page 37 for more information. 
 Feral Hog Hunting with Dogs on WMAs: In response to public input, several WMAs will offer special opportunities to hunt feral hogs with dogs. These WMAs are Altamaha WMA, Pine Log WMA and Townsend WMA. Please refer to page 37 for more information. 
 Feral Hog Hunts on WMAs: In response to public input, opportunities to hunt feral hogs have been added or expanded on several WMAs. Please refer to the individual listings on pages 37 for more information. 
 Woodcock: In response to changes in the Federal framework for this migratory bird and in response to public desires, hunting opportunity for woodcock has been increased by 15 days. Please refer to page 31 for details. 
 Bird Dog Training Areas: In response to public input, bird dog training areas have been established on Fall Line Sandhills WMA, Joe Kurz WMA, West Point WMA, and Flat Creek PFA. 
 
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20112012 HUNTING LICENSE INFORMATION 
 
LICENSE FEES 
 
TERM 
 
RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT 
 
Hunting license 
 
Annual 
 
$10.00 
 
n/a 
 
Two-year 
 
$18.00 
 
n/a 
 
Annual 
 
$17.00 
 
$100.00 
 
Hunting & Fishing license 
 
Two-year 
 
$31.00 
 
n/a 
 
Three-day 
 
$3.50 
 
$20.00 
 
Apprentice Hunting license1 
 
Three-day 
 
$3.50 
 
$20.00 
 
Annual 
 
$9.00 
 
$195.00 
 
Big Game license 
 
Two-year 
 
$16.00 
 
n/a 
 
Three-day 
 
n/a 
 
$90.00 
 
Deer-Dog Hunting license 
 
Annual 
 
$5.00 
 
$5.00 
 
Deer Harvest Record2 (expires 1/31/2012) 
 
Annual 
 
FREE 
 
FREE 
 
Waterfowl Conservation license 
 
Annual Two-year 
 
$5.50 $11.00 
 
$5.50 $11.00 
 
Migratory Bird Hunting license (H.I.P. Permit) (expires 2/29/2012) 
 
Annual 
 
FREE 
 
FREE 
 
Sportsman's license 
 
Annual 
 
$55.00 
 
n/a 
 
Two-year 
 
$105.00 
 
n/a 
 
Alligator Hunting license 
 
Annual 
 
$50.00 
 
$200.00 
 
Trapping license3 
 
Annual 
 
$30.00 
 
$295.00 
 
Wildlife Management Area license 
 
Annual Two-year 
 
$19.00 $38.00 
 
$73.00 n/a 
 
Shooting Preserve License 
 
Two-year 
 
$12.00 
 
$12.00 
 
Lifetime Licenses4 
 
Under 2 years old 
 
$200.00 
 
n/a 
 
Ages 215 
 
$350.00 
 
n/a 
 
Ages 16 and older 
 
$500.00 
 
n/a 
 
Ages 6064 
 
$95.00 
 
n/a 
 
Ages 65 and older 
 
FREE 
 
n/a 
 
Veteran 
 
$400.00 
 
n/a 
 
Non-Resident Grandchild 
 
n/a 
 
$1,000.00 
 
Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass (GORP)5 
 
TERM 
 
FEE 
 
Individual 
 
3-day Annual 
 
$3.50 $19.00 
 
Small Group (less than 8 individuals) 
 
3-day Annual 
 
$10.00 $35.00 
 
1 e Apprentice Hunting license is a three day hunting and shing privilege that does not require completion of hunter education. 
2 A Deer Harvest Record is required for anyone hunting deer and must be replaced each season. 3 Non-resident trapping license requires a forfeiture bond. Please refer to application for speci c 
details. 4 Restrictions apply. Go to gohuntgeorgia.com for details and application instructions. 5 Please refer to page 32 for more information 
 
WHERE TO BUY YOUR LICENSE 
t Internet: gohuntgeorgia.com t By Phone: 1-800-366-2661 t In Person: License vendors statewide. Check the list of vendors at gohuntgeorgia.com t Federal Duck Stamp: 1-800-STAMP24 or www.usps.com t Social Security Number (SSN): Anyone buying any commercial, professional or 
recreational licenses and permits must furnish their SSN. No hunting, shing or other wildlife-related license can be issued to anyone who possesses a valid SSN, but refuses to provide it to an authorized license agent. No dissemination of the SSN to any entity other than the Department of Human Resources is permitted, unless required by law. 
 
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All ages can buy a Lifetime License and save.* This one-time purchase satisfies all state license requirements for hunting and fishing for the life of the license holder. 
Infants under age 2............... $200 Youth ages 215 .................... $350 Adult ages 1659................... $500 Veterans*............................... $400 Senior (6064)....................... $95 Senior (65+)........................... $0** Non-resident under 16*.............$1,000 
* Special restrictions apply. Visit gohuntgeorgia.com or call 1.800.366.2661 for instructions and more information 
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Lifetime License holders will need to renew and print a Deer Harvest Record and HIP permit annually after March 1st. 
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 Transaction charge for an Internet license sale: $2.50 
 Transaction charge at a retail license dealer: $3.00 
 Transaction charge for a telephone license sale: $5.00 
Fees subject to change. 
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1. Game Wardens ca. 1930s 2. President Calvin Coolidge hunting on Sapelo Island, 1927-1928 3. John and Walt Weaver raccoon hunting in Pickens County, ca. 1920s 4. Successful hunting party on Ossabaw Island in 1927 5. Wildlife Ranger Lloyd "Jeep" Stephens patrolling in a Willis Jeep in 1960 6. Wildlife Biologist, David Carlock, examining a bear as part of a radio- 
telemetry study of black bear ecology in 1977 
 
7. President Dwight D. Eisenhower (2nd from left) hunting in Thomas County in 1956 
8. Senator Richard Russell hunting at Cabin Bluff in Camden County ca. 1930s-1940s 
9. Wildlife Biologist, Dick Whittington, removes a trapped turkey to be released elsewhere as part of the historic turkey restoration by DNR (photo ca. 1972) 
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10. Historic deer stocking on Cohutta WMA with deer from Berry College WMA in 1972 by DNR (Cohutta WMA did not have an open deer season at that time) 
11. Wildlife Ranger Hoyt Seabolt patrolling Cohutta on horseback ca. 1930s 
 
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HUNTER EDUCATION & AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR HUNTING Resident and non-resident hunters born on or after Jan. 1, 1961 must successfully complete a hunter education course prior to purchasing a hunting license. Hunter education courses certi ed or mandated by any state wildlife agency or Canadian province are accepted. Hunter education is not required to purchase an Apprentice Hunting License or a ree-day Hunting & Fishing license. Hunter education is not required to hunt on one's own land or land of a parent or guardian (blood or dependent relationship) residing in the same household. Contact your local DNR Law Enforcement O ce or (770) 761-3010 for course information or register at gohuntgeorgia.com. 
REPLACEMENT CARDS: Anyone who completed a Georgia hunter education course can obtain a replacement card online at gohuntgeorgia.com or call 800-864-7275 (outside Atlanta) or 770-389-7275 (in Atlanta) MondayFriday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for information. 
HUNTERS UNDER AGE 16 are not required to complete a hunter education course; however no one under age 16 may hunt unless under direct adult supervision, i.e. within sight or hearing of a licensed adult (at least 18 years old). It is unlawful for an adult to permit their child or ward (under age 16) to hunt without adult supervision. Exception: Hunters 1215 years old may hunt unsupervised after successfully completing a hunter education course. Special restrictions may apply: see page 34 for WMAs and NWRs and pages 6162 for other Federal Areas. 
HUNTERS AGE 1625 must present a Hunter Education Card when purchasing a season hunting license and must possess the card while hunting. 
Apprentice Hunting License 
This license offers potential hunters (16 years of age and older) an opportunity to hunt for three (3) days without completing a hunter education course. It also includes fishing privileges on WMAs and PFAs and this license may be purchased multiple times. All other license requirements still apply. For more information, go to: 
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HUNTERS OVER AGE 25 and born after Jan. 1, 1961 must meet hunter education course requirements but need not present their Hunter Education Card when buying a season hunting license or possess it while hunting. 
APPRENTICE HUNTER is any person who has not successfully completed a hunter education course or does not possess a hunter education certi cate. Apprentice hunters may purchase an Apprentice Hunting License for the privilege to hunt and sh in Georgia. 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Reliable identi cation and a Social Security Number (SSN) are required to purchase a license (see page 9; OCGA  19-11-9.1). Conservation rangers may require positive identi cation when checking licenses. All required hunting licenses and stamps must be in possession while hunting. Any person hunting or providing assistance to another hunter must meet applicable licensing requirements as speci ed below. 
RESIDENT means any citizen of the United States who has been domiciled within the State of Georgia for a period of at least three months. Residents include full-time military personnel on active duty who list Georgia as their home of record in their o cial military 
les or who are stationed at a military base located in Georgia and the dependents of such military personnel. Residents also include out-of-state college students living in Georgia. Students may use a current Georgia student ID as documentation. 
RESIDENT HUNTERS UNDER AGE 16 are not required to possess any of the following: Hunting, Big Game, Wildlife Management Area, Georgia Waterfowl Conservation, Deer-Dog Hunting, Alligator Hunting licenses or Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp. However, they must possess a Deer Harvest Record. 
HONORARY LICENSE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS: Georgia residents 65 years old or older may obtain an Honorary License free of charge from any license dealer, or a permanent Lifetime License card for $10. See page 9 for details. 
HONORARY LICENSE FOR DISABLED GEORGIANS: 
Georgia residents who are permanently, totally disabled may obtain an Honorary License by applying to the License Unit, 2065 US H 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025, 1-800-366-2661. 
A qualifying disability is an impairment of a permanent and total nature, which prevents gainful employment and is certified as such by the Department of Veterans Affairs, Social Security Administration, Medicaid, Medicare, or Railroad 
 
Retirement System. Honorary License for disabled Georgians must be renewed every 3 years. 
HONORARY LICENSE FOR RETURNING GEORGIA 
VETERANS: A one-year (from date of issuance) Honorary License is available to returning veterans, that were on active duty for 90 or more consecutive days, and who were discharged on or after July 1, 2005. Such veterans may obtain this license by providing a copy of their DD Form 214, and a completed DNR application. Applications for this license may be obtained at any WRD o ce, on the web at gohuntgeorgia.com, or by contacting the License Unit, 2065 US H 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025, 1-800-366-2661. 
RESIDENT HUNTING OR HUNTING & FISHING 
LICENSE is required for all resident hunters 16 years old or older except when hunting on land owned by them or their immediate family (blood or dependent relationship) residing in the same household. 
NON-RESIDENT HUNTING & FISHING LICENSE is required for all non-resident hunters, except non-resident small game hunters under 16. Additionally, non-resident big game hunters (deer, turkey, or bear) 16 years of age and older must possess a valid Big Game License. When hunting big game, non-residents under age 16 must possess a valid non-resident Hunting License, but are exempt from the Big Game License requirement. All nonresident deer hunters must possess a deer harvest record regardless of age. 
ALLIGATOR HUNTING LICENSE is required, in addition to a valid Hunting License, for anyone 16 years of age or older hunting alligator or assisting an alligator permit holder. is privilege is not covered by the Sportsman License. However, Lifetime and Honorary License holders do not need an Alligator Hunting License. 
BIG GAME LICENSE is required for hunting deer, turkey, or bear, in addition to a regular Hunting License. e Big Game License requirement is met by residents who possess a Lifetime, Honorary, or Sportsman License. Everyone else who hunts big game must purchase a Big Game License except non-residents under age 16. It is unlawful to purchase or possess multiple Big Game Licenses. 
DEER DOG HUNTING LICENSE is required for all hunters participating in a dog deer hunt. Hunters who possess a valid Honorary, Lifetime, or Sportsman's License can obtain the deer-dog license at no cost. 
DEER HARVEST RECORD is required for any person, regardless of age, who hunts deer. 
e Deer Harvest Record is valid only for 
 
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a single deer hunting season and expires at a Deer Dog license (free of charge). Life- smaller rimfire, air rifle, or any muzzle- 
 
the end of January each year. Deer hunters time License applications can be obtained at loading firearm. 
 
who are not required to purchase a Big Game gohuntgeorgia.com, Wildlife Resources Divi-  Shotguns: Any having shot shell size 3.5 
 
License (Youth under 16, Honorary & sion (WRD) offices, or by mail. For identifica- inches or smaller in length with No. 2 or 
 
Lifetime License holders) must obtain a free tion and proof of residency requirements see smaller shot. 
 
Deer Harvest Record at gohuntgeorgia.com information on page 16. 
 
 Shotguns (Waterfowl): Any 10-gauge 
 
or from any license agent. All deer hunters 
 
or smaller loaded with federally approved 
 
must obtain new Deer Harvest Record each 
 
nontoxic shot of size "F" or smaller. Lead 
 
deer season. It is unlawful to possess multiple Georgia Outdoor 
 
shot may not be in possession while hunt- 
 
Deer Harvest Records. 
 
Recreational Pass (GORP) 
 
ing waterfowl. 
 
Any person, age 16-64, entering any desig- 
 
Wildlife Management Area (WMA) License nated fee area on state-owned WMAs and Special Firearm Restrictions 
 
is required for any person 16 years old or PFAs must possess a valid GORP. Persons  Plugged Shotguns: Shotguns must be 
 
older, who does not possess a valid Honor- who possess a valid three-day hunting & plugged to a maximum capacity of 3 shells 
 
ary, Sportsman, or Lifetime License, when fishing, WMA, Lifetime, Sportsman's, or (magazine and chamber combined) ex- 
 
hunting on a WMA, PFA or State Park (ex- Honorary license are exempt from this re- cept for deer, bear and feral hog shotguns, 
 
cept that any person hunting on a State Park quirement. Designated fee areas are marked which are limited to maximum capacity 
 
quota hunt is exempt from this requirement). with the posting of a sign at the site or area of 5 shells. Plugs must be one piece and 
 
entrance. 
 
incapable of being removed through the 
 
Migratory Bird Hunting License or Har- 
 
loading end of the magazine. 
 
vest Information Program (H.I.P.) License 
 
 Silencers: Silencers may not be used for 
 
is required for any person who possesses a Legal Firearms & Archery Equipment hunting. 
 
license and hunts migratory birds (doves, Convicted Felons may not possess any firearm 
 
ducks, geese, woodcock, snipe, coots, rails, (including primitive weapons) while hunting Alligator Equipment: Hand-held ropes or 
 
or gallinules). This license is free. This license unless that individual's right to carry has been snares, snatch hooks, harpoons, gigs, or ar- 
 
is valid only for a single hunting season and restored (OCGA  16-11-131). This does not rows with restraining line attached. Lawfully 
 
expires at the end of February each year. apply to archery equipment. 
 
restrained alligators may be killed with any 
 
caliber handgun or bangstick. 
 
Georgia Waterfowl Conservation License Archery: Crossbows, longbows, recurve 
 
is required for hunting waterfowl, except for bows, and compound bows are allowed Unprotected Species Firearms: For unpro- 
 
hunters with a valid Honorary, Sportsman, for hunting any game or feral hog. Arrows tected species only--any firearm. 
 
or Lifetime License or children under the age for hunting deer, bear or feral hog must be 
 
of 16. Waterfowl hunters must also obtain a broadhead type. 
 
free Migratory Bird Hunting License (H.I.P. 
 
permit) in addition to other required licenses Loaded Weapon: A firearm is considered 
 
and stamps. 
 
Hog Wild, USA loaded if a shell is in the chamber or maga- 
zine; a percussion cap is on the nipple; or 
 
Federal Duck Stamp is required for all powder is present on the frizzen pan. A crosswaterfowl hunters 16 years old or older bow is considered loaded if it is cocked and 
 
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and is available after July 1 from U.S. Post either has a bolt or arrow engaged or partially 
 
Offices. The stamp is valid from July 1June engaged on the shooting rail or track or with 30 and must be signed in ink across the face. a trackless crossbow when the crossbow is 
 
One of the 
 
The Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and cocked and a bolt or arrow is notched. Conservation Stamp is available at US Post 
 
Best Hog Hunts 
 
Offices, 1-800-STAMP24 or usps.com. 
 
Deer & Bear Firearms 
 Modern Rifles and Handguns: Centerfire 
 
in Georgia! 
 
Sportsman License is a license that covers Only, .22-cal. or larger with expanding 
 
all hunting and fishing privileges excluding: bullets. 
 
Deer Dog License, Alligator License, and  Shotguns: 20-gauge or larger loaded with 
 
Federal Duck Stamp. This license specifi- slugs or buckshot. Buckshot is not allowed 
 
cally includes Hunting, Big Game, WMA, on WMAs, unless otherwise specified. 
 
Georgia Waterfowl Conservation, Fishing  Muzzleloaders: .44-cal. or larger, or muz- 
 
and Trout Licenses. Migratory bird hunters zleloading shotguns 20 gauge or larger. 
 
must obtain a H.I.P. license. Deer hunters Scopes are legal. 
 
must obtain a deer harvest record. Deer  Primitive Weapons: Legal weapons dur- 
 
Dog hunters must obtain a Deer Dog li- ing primitive weapons season include cross- 
 
cense (free of charge). 
 
bows, bow and arrow, and muzzleloading 
 
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firearm. Scopes are legal. Lifetime Licenses are valid for the life of the person and cover all hunting and fishing Turkey Firearms: Shotguns with No. 2 or 
 
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privileges (except Federal Duck Stamp). This smaller shot and any muzzleloading firearm. 
 
Deer/Hog Combo Hunts! 
 
specifically includes Alligator, Hunting, Big 
 
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tion, Fishing, and Trout Licenses. Migratory or small game firearms. bird hunters must obtain a H.I.P. license. Deer hunters must obtain a deer harvest Small Game & Furbearer Firearms record. Deer Dog hunters must obtain  Rifles and Handguns: Any .22-cal. or 
 
478.256.3448 
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UNLAWFUL ACTIVITIES 
 
t Concealing the taking or possession of be marked with hunter's name, address, and 
 
t Importation of any whole cervid (deer spe- wildlife (or parts) which the person in pos- telephone number. 
 
cies) carcass or cervid carcass part from session reasonably should have known was Dogs must be removed from the area upon 
 
any state having a documented case of a obtained illegally. 
 
departure and it is unlawful to allow dog(s) 
 
cervid infected with CWD, except that 
 
to pursue bears onto property for which writ- 
 
the following may be imported: 1) boned- TRAINING DOGS: Persons training dogs for ten permission has not been granted, or onto 
 
out meat; 2) commercially processed cuts hunting must have a valid Hunting License any WMA, PFA, or other state-owned lands, 
 
of meat; 3) meat with no part of spinal unless they are on their own land or land or Federal lands unless otherwise authorized. 
 
column or head attached; 4) clean skull of an immediate relative. For speci c rules 
 
plates w/antlers attached; 5) clean antlers; regarding WMAs see page 33. ere is no REQUIRED CLOTHING: A hunter, and anyone 
 
6) nished taxidermy heads; 7) clean upper closed season for training dogs on private accompanying the hunter, must at all times 
 
canines (buglers, whistlers, ivories). 
 
lands. It is unlawful to possess rearms (ex- wear as an outer garment at least 500 square 
 
t Hunt, shoot, kill, or wound any farmed cept handguns with blank or shot cartridges), inches of visible hunter orange above the 
 
deer (e.g. elk, red deer, fallow deer, sika axes, climbers, or other equipment for taking waist (which may include a head covering) 
 
deer, or axis deer) or exotic wild animal game while training hunting dogs except that when hunting: 
 
(e.g. farmed deer, mou on sheep, Barbary shotguns with number six or smaller shot may t deer during the primitive weapons or re- 
 
sheep [aoudad], antelope, etc.) held under be used while training pointing, ushing, and arms deer season 
 
a wild animal license for enjoyment, gain, retrieving dogs using pen raised quail and t bear during the primitive weapons or re- 
 
amusement, or sport. 
 
pigeons provided that the dog trainer main- arms bear seasons 
 
t Hunting while under the in uence of tains proof of purchase of pen raised quail. t feral hogs during the primitive weapons or 
 
drugs or alcohol. 
 
It is unlawful to run deer with dogs, except rearms deer season 
 
t Use of any pitfall, deadfall, snare, catch, during open seasons for hunting deer with 
 
trap, net, exposed salt or minerals, live de- dogs, or to take game by any means while Hunter orange is not required on WMA or 
 
coy, or baited hook to take game species. training hunting dogs, except during open Corps of Engineers tracts designated archery- 
 
t Hunting or shooting from or across a pub- seasons for such game. 
 
only, unless otherwise indicated. 
 
lic road. 
 
On National Forest lands, hunting dogs 
 
t Discharging a rearm within 50 yards of may not be trained from June 1August 14 LEGAL HOURS for hunting are 30 minutes 
 
a public road. 
 
and pen-raised birds may not be used at any before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset, 
 
t Hunting from a vehicle, plane, or boat time. However, the pursuit of bears and feral except that alligators, raccoons, opossums, 
 
under power. 
 
hogs with dogs for training purposes may foxes, coyotes, bobcats and feral hogs may 
 
t Hunting without landowners' permission, only occur Aug. 1Sept. 8, Jan. 2Mar. 19, be hunted at night. Any light used to hunt 
 
including power line, gas line, railroad and May 124 during legal daylight hours. raccoons, opossums, foxes, bobcats or feral 
 
and other rights-of-way. Written permis- Speci c regulations apply to the pursuit of hogs shall be carried on the person of a hunter, 
 
sion must be obtained if land is so posted. bears with dogs for training purposes on the a xed to a helmet or hat worn by a hunter, 
 
t Use of drugs, poisons, chemicals, smoke, Chattahoochee National Forest. See section or be part of a belt system worn by a hunter. 
 
gas, or explosives, or electronically-ampli- below for details. 
 
ere is no voltage restriction on such lights. 
 
ed sounds to hunt any game species. 
 
Pursuit of Bears With Dogs for Train- Legal hours for migratory bird hunting con- 
 
t Use of electronic communications equip- ing Purposes on the Chattahoochee Na- form to federal regulations (see page 34). 
 
ment to aid in the pursuit of game. 
 
tional Forest: Bears may only be pursued 
 
t Use of a computer or any other device to with dogs for training purposes Aug. 1Sept. CLOSED AREAS: Hunting for all species of wild- 
 
remotely discharge a rearm for the pur- 8; Jan. 2Mar. 19; May 124 during legal life is prohibited on that portion of Morgan 
 
pose of hunting. 
 
daylight hours. It is unlawful for any person Falls Lake (Bull Sluice) lying within Fulton 
 
t Selling or purchasing any game species or to allow their dog(s) to pursue bears on the Co. and in Willeo Creek. Counties or parts 
 
parts thereof, except antlers, hides, and Chattahoochee National Forest at any other of counties not speci cally open by law or 
 
tails of legally taken deer, tails of legally time. Any person participating or assisting regulation are closed to hunting. Counties 
 
taken squirrels, and legally taken alligator in this activity must possess a valid hunt- open for hunting do not include lands lying 
 
products. 
 
ing license, Big Game license, and WMA within WMAs, PFAs, State Parks, or other 
 
t Disturbing wildlife dens, holes, or homes, license and must check-in once per season State/Federal lands except when such lands 
 
or driving wildlife, except venomous at either Rich Mountain WMA, Swallow are speci cally opened. 
 
snakes, from their dens, holes, or homes. Creek WMA, or Warwoman WMA check 
 
t Blinding wildlife with lights. 
 
stations. Each person must keep a copy of PROTECTED SPECIES: It is unlawful to take non- 
 
t Killing or crippling game without reason- their check-in permit on their person at all game wildlife except ddler crabs, coyotes, 
 
able e orts to retrieve. 
 
times while participating or assisting in the armadillos, groundhogs, beavers, starlings, 
 
t Holding, possessing, releasing, or import- lawful pursuit of bears with dogs for train- English sparrows, pigeons, and venomous 
 
ing wildlife without a permit from the ing purposes. In addition, each dog used in snakes. Additionally, rats, mice, frogs, spring 
 
DNR. 
 
pursuit of bears for training purposes must lizards, freshwater cray sh, freshwater turtles, 
 
and freshwater mussels may be taken except 
 
2010 Forestry for Wildlife Partners 
 
for species on Georgia's Protected Species List. e taking of freshwater mussels re- 
 
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division, proudly honors the 2010 Forestry for Wildlife Partners for incorporating wildlife conservation practices into their land 
 
quires a Fishing License or Commercial Fishing License. For more information on the commercial taking of freshwater mussels, consult your local state sheries o ce or visit go shgeorgia.com. 
 
management goals. 
 
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 Poaching is the illegal taking of wildlife. 
 Poachers rob you of hunting opportunities. 
 Poachers steal everyone's wildlife. 
 Poachers give ethical hunters a bad name. 
 Rewards are paid if an arrest is made. 
 Anonymity is respected. 
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Wildlife Violator Compact 
Georgia, along with 36 other states, is a member of the Wildlife Violator Compact (WVC). This allows Wildlife Officers to treat non-residents hunting in WVC member states (shown below in green) as if they were a resident of that state in regards to wildlife violations. All wildlife law violators will be held more responsible due to the fact that their illegal activities in one state can affect their hunting privileges in all WVC member states. For more information visit gohuntgeorgia.com. 
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ARCHERY SEASON 
 
PRIMITIVE WEAPONS SEASON 
 
that are permitted by DNR. Permits are spe- 
 
EITHER SEX 
 
EITHER SEX: Youth under 16 may hunt ci c to a piece of property. Only one annual 
 
t Statewide: Sept. 10Oct. 14; 
 
deer with any legal deer rearm during permit application per property should be 
 
t Archery Only Counties: Fulton (north primitive weapons deer hunts and seasons. submitted. Applications for a permit must 
 
of GA H 92) and all of Clayton, Cobb, Oct. 1521; Statewide, except in archery- be received at least 30 days prior to hunt- 
 
and DeKalb Counties): Sept. 10Jan. 1 only counties and in accordance with bag ing deer with dogs. Applicants wishing to 
 
in accordance with statewide bag limits, limits, county-wide antler restrictions and hunt on opening day must submit an ap- 
 
county-wide antler restrictions and other other regulations. Primitive weapons hunt- plication by September 22, 2011. Applica- 
 
regulations. 
 
ers may not possess any center re or rim re tions for a permit may be obtained by visiting 
 
t Extended Archery Season: Clayton, rearm while hunting during the primitive www.gohuntgeorgia.com. To legally hunt deer 
 
Cobb, DeKalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, weapons season for deer, except that any per- with dogs, each hunter 16 years and older 
 
and Rockdale Counties only; Jan. 231 in son possessing a license to carry a concealed must possess a deer dog hunting license in 
 
accordance with statewide bag limits. 
 
rearm that is valid in this state pursuant to addition to all other required licenses and 
 
OCGA  16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may permits. e fee for this license is $5 except 
 
ADDITIONAL ARCHERY SEASON INFORMATION: carry such rearm subject to the limitations that Honorary, Sportsmen's and Lifetime 
 
Archers may not possess any center re, rim- of OCGA  16-11-126 and 16-11-127 ex- license holders may obtain the license at no 
 
re, or muzzleloading rearm while hunting cept where prohibited by federal law. Scopes charge. Dogs used for hunting deer on such 
 
during the archery deer season , except that may be used. 
 
properties must be marked with the assigned 
 
any person possessing a license to carry a 
 
permit number during a hunt. e permit 
 
concealed rearm that is valid in this state 
 
number also must be clearly displayed on all 
 
pursuant to OCGA  16-11-126(f) or FIREARMS SEASON 
 
vehicles being used during a dog deer hunt. 
 
16-11-129 may carry such rearm subject to See pages 24 and 25 for rearms deer season, For more information visit gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
the limitations of OCGA  16-11-126 and dog deer seasons and either-sex dates. 
 
or call (770) 761-3044. 
 
16-11-127 except where prohibited by fed- 
 
eral law. Archery hunting is allowed during 
 
SEASON LIMIT is 10 antlerless deer and 2 ant- 
 
rearms deer seasons and deer of either sex DEER HUNTING WITH DOGS 
 
lered deer. One of the two antlered deer must 
 
may be taken except as otherwise speci ed on Deer may be hunted with dogs only within have a minimum of 4 points, 1 inch or longer, 
 
WMAs. Archery hunters must wear at least authorized seasons and localities (see page on one side of the antlers except in counties 
 
500 square inches of hunter orange during 25). Additionally, deer may be hunted with withspecialantlerrestrictions(seepages2425). 
 
primitive weapons and rearms deer seasons dogs only on leased properties of at least ere are no antler restrictions for the other 
 
except in Archery-Only Counties. 
 
1,000 contiguous acres or privately-owned antlered buck except in counties with spe- 
 
properties of at least 250 contiguous acres cial antler restrictions (see pages 2425). Deer 
 
Wouldn't You Love For Your Child To Be a 
WORLD CHAMPION ARCHER? 
In November 2010, Woodlawn Elementary School (Chatsworth, GA) won the National Archery in the Schools Program World Tournament archery title for their division and one of their students (Morgan Ray) took first place! How did that happen? In 2008, students at Woodlawn Elementary School began the National Archery in the Schools Program, and students there have been exceeding ever since! Does your child's school have NASP? NASP is an in-school archery curriculum that meets all education department standards. Schools in nearly 80 counties in Georgia are NASP certified. The program promotes instruction in international-style target archery to improve educational performance and participation in shooting sports. 
Find out more at www.georgiawildlife.com/nasp 
 
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killed on WMA sign-in hunts and all other deer harvest record has been permanently 
 
deer killed in Georgia shall be recorded on marked. Hunters may not possess multiple 
 
the hunter's deer harvest record and count deer harvest records. All deer hunters regard- 
 
against the hunter's season limit. Failure to less of age or residency must obtain a deer 
 
record harvested deer on the deer harvest harvest record and must record all deer har- 
 
record is a violation of state law. Deer killed vest information. 
 
on WMAs, NWRs, or State Parks requiring 
 
check-out of harvested deer will be tagged TRANSPORTING DEER HARVESTED BY ANOTHER 
 
with a special tag and do not count toward HUNTER: Persons transporting deer harvested 
 
the season limit unless otherwise speci ed. by another hunter must possess, in writing, 
 
the complete name, address, telephone and 
 
ARCHERY-ONLY COUNTIES: Deer may be hunting license number of the person who 
 
hunted only with legal archery equipment harvested the deer. 
 
in Clayton, Cobb, and DeKalb Cos., and 
 
that portion of Fulton Co. lying north of COOLER LOCKERS: Whole or eld dressed deer 
 
GA H 92. Hunter orange is not required received by a cold storage or processing facil- 
 
in archery-only counties or portions thereof. ity must be marked by the facility operator 
 
with hunter's name, county of kill, sex of deer, 
 
COUNTY-WIDE ANTLER RESTRICTIONS: Antlered and date of kill. A list of processors is avail- 
 
bucks may be harvested in Dooly and Macon able at gohuntgeorgia.com. See Importation 
 
Cos. only if they have a minimum outside section below for restrictions on importation 
 
antler spread of 15 inches. In Hancock, of deer carcasses. 
 
Harris, Meriwether, Montgomery, Randolph, 
 
Talbot, and Troup Cos., antlered bucks may HEAD OF DEER: It is unlawful to remove the 
 
be taken only if they have a minimum of 4 head of a deer until the deer is self-processed 
 
antler points, 1 inch or longer, on one side or surrendered to a storage facility for storage 
 
of the antlers. 
 
or processing. 
 
ANTLERS: It is unlawful to kill a deer unless it has antlers (bone) visible above the hair, except during either-sex or antlerless seasons or hunts. 
RECORDING DEER HARVEST: Except for WMA, State Park and NWR hunts requiring hunter check-out of harvested deer, hunters may not remove a deer from the place of kill until the 
 
RIGHTS-OF-WAY/TRANSMISSION TOWERS: Transmission towers are property of the utility company. Hunting from a stand or platform attached to a transmission tower is trespassing and is prohibited. Written permission must be obtained from the landowner to hunt on power line, gas line, railroad, or other rights-of-way. 
 
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Georgia seniors ages 6064 have a golden opportunity to ensure a lasting contribution to conservation and continuation of our sporting heritage by purchasing a $95 Senior Discount Lifetime License. Purchasing this license now can save you up to $200 in license costs before age 65 and confirms your status as a PAID sportsman for the rest of your life. 
Did you know that once you become 65 and receive an honorary license the state can no longer count you as a PAID license holder? As a result, Georgia's hunting and wildlife conservation programs are losing money! Georgia can only count PAID license holders for the purpose of obtaining critical Federal Sportfish and Wildlife Restoration dollars, which are derived from taxes placed on fishing gear and sporting arms and ammunition. In Georgia, this means we do not get to count at least 270,000 honorary license holders that represent an annual loss of at least $4 million in Federal Sportfish and Wildlife Restoration funds. 
Secure your investment in the continuation of hunting and fishing for the next generation, ensure your fishing and sporting arms and ammunition tax dollars are returned to Georgia, and save money now by purchasing the Senior Discount Lifetime License for $95. 
Applications available online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or by visiting a Wildlife Resources Division office. 
 
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LAKES, STREAMS & PONDS: It is unlawful to take a deer by any means while it is in a lake, stream, or pond. 
IMPORTATION: It is unlawful to import or cause to be imported any live cervid (deer species) into Georgia. Violators are subject to nes, imprisonment, and loss of hunting privileges for at least three years. Also, it is unlawful to import any whole cervid carcass or carcass part from any state having a documented case of a cervid infected with CWD, except that the following may be imported: t Boned-out meat t Commercially processed cuts of meat t Meat with no part of spinal column or head 
attached t Clean skull plates w/antlers attached t Clean antlers t Finished taxidermy heads t Clean upper canines (buglers, whistlers, 
ivories). Visit cwd-info.org for a list of states/provinces where CWD has been documented. Individuals with information concerning the importation of cervids are encouraged to report this activity to DNR at (478) 825-6354. 
 
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) 
While no evidence currently exists to indicate that CWD is present in Georgia's quality deer herd, discoveries of the disease in 19 states, including most recently in Michigan and West Virginia, indicates that no state should consider itself immune. Since 2002, Georgia has tested over 5,766 deer and no positive tests have been confirmed. Also, the importation of any cervid (deer) into Georgia is prohibited. Violators may lose their hunting privileges for at least 3 years. 
Further, the importation of any whole cervid (deer) carcass or cervid carcass part from any state having a documented case of a cervid infected with CWD is prohibited, except that the following may be imported: 
1. boned-out meat; 2. commercially processed cuts of meat; 3. meat with no part of spinal column or head attached; 4. clean skull plates w/antlers attached; 5. clean antlers; 6. finished taxidermy heads; 7. clean upper canines (buglers, whistlers, ivories). 
Tolerating illegal activity or behavior threatens your hunting tradition. You can proactively protect Georgia's deer herd by reporting illegal importation by calling 1-800-241-4113 or contact a regional WRD Law Enforcement office. 
For more information visit www.georgiawildlife.com and search for "CWD." 
This material and the testing of deer for CWD was made possible, in part, by a Cooperative Agreement from the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). 
 
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Help Feed Hungry Georgians 
Through Georgia Hunters for the Hungry 
Since 1993, Georgia sportsmen have donated more than 1.5 million meals of venison! Please donate a portion of your processed venison through one of our participating processors this season. Look for the "Drop Back A Pack" sign. 
PARTICIPATING PROCESSORS 
Donate Sept. 10, 2011Jan. 15, 2012 (during business hours)  Daffin's Meat Processing, 914 Neil Drive, Columbus, 706.322.8848  Sealey's Deer Cooler, 5675 South Apple Valley Rd, Jefferson, 706.335.9304  Starley's Deer Processing, 190 George Hatcher Rd, Irwinton, 478.946.8976  Garner's Grinder, Route 3, Box 464-2, Sparta, 706.444.9228  Stewart's Quality Meats, 204 Washington St, Vidalia, 912.537.9888  Lee's Processing, 461 Dove Lane, Axson, 912.422.3079  JJ's Deer Processing, 974 GA HWY 105, Baldwin, 706.776.2819  Mossey Creek Outdoors, 2788 Americus Hwy, Dawson, 229.995.4109  Barlow's Meat Processing, 1692 Milan-Eastman Rd, Eastman, 478.374.5614  Lee Processing, 105 Hwy 377, Leesburg, 229.759.2869  K&K Processing, 6749 Good Hope Rd, Naylor, 229.269.5557  Wright's Processing, 126 Wright Dr NE, Milledgeville, 478.452.4228 
 
For more program information and opportunities to help, please visit 
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 either sex days--northern zone 
 
NORTHERN ZONE FIREARMS DEER SEASON (OCT 22  JAN 1) 
Buck only except during either sex days. Fulton (north of GA H 92) and all of Clayton, Cobb, and DeKalb Counties are CLOSED to rearms deer hunting. In the portion of Forsyth County lying south of GA H 20, archery equipment, shotguns and muzzleloading rearms only (no other rearms allowed). Antler restrictions in Hancock, Meriwether and Troup Counties: ONLY bucks with at least four points (one inch or longer) on one side of antlers are legal. 
Chattahoochee & Oconee National Forests Either sex days on National Forest lands di er from county regulations. 
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tOconee NF ES Days: Oct. 2830, Nov. 1113, 2427; Dec. 26Jan. 1. 
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Dade Whitfield Murray Habersham 
 
Catoosa Walker 
 
Chattooga Floyd 
 
Gordon Bartow 
 
Polk Haralson 
 
Paulding Douglas 
 
Fannin 
 
Towns 
 
Union 
 
Rabun 
 
Gilmer Pickens Cherokee 
 
Dawson Lumpkin Forsyth 
 
White 
 
Hall 
 
Banks 
 
Jackson 
 
Stephens Franklin 
Madison 
 
Hart Elbert 
 
Cobb 
 
Gwinnett Barrow 
 
DeKalb 
 
Walton 
 
Clarke Oconee 
 
Oglethorpe 
 
Wilkes 
 
Lincoln 
 
Fulton Rockdale 
 
Carroll Heard 
Troup 
 
Coweta Meriwether 
 
McDuffie Clayton 
Fayette 
 
Newton 
 
Morgan Greene Taliaferro 
 
Henry 
 
Warren 
 
Spalding Butts Jasper Putnam 
 
Hancock 
 
Pike 
 
Lamar 
 
Monroe 
 
Jones 
 
Baldwin 
 
Glascock 
 
Columbia Richmond 
 
Upson 
 
Bibb Crawford 
 
NORTHERN ZONE EITHER SEX DAYS MAP 
 
Banks, Franklin, Gilmer, Habersham, Hart, Lumpkin, Murray, Stephens, White, Whit eld. 
OCT 29, NOV 12, 2427, DEC 26, JAN 1 
 
EXTENDED ARCHERY SEASON 
Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, and Rockdale Cos. Only; Jan. 231 in accordance with statewide bag limits. 
 
Fannin, Rabun, Towns, Union. 
 
SHOTGUNS AND MUZZLELOADERS 
 
OCT 22JAN 1 
Baldwin, Barrow, Bartow, Bibb, Butts, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Clarke, Columbia, Coweta, Crawford, Dade, Dawson, Douglas, Elbert, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Fulton, Glascock, Gordon, Greene, Gwinnett, Hall, Hancock*, Haralson, Heard, Henry, Jackson, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Lincoln, Madison, McDu e, Meriwether*, Monroe, Morgan, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Paulding, Pickens, Pike, Polk, Putnam, Richmond, Rockdale, Spalding, Taliaferro, Troup*, Upson, Walker, Walton, Warren, Wilkes. 
*Antler restrictions apply 
 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 Upson 
 
Bibb Crawford 
 
either sex days--southern zone 
 
Southern Zone Firearms Deer Season (Oct 22  Jan 15) 
 
Jefferson 
 
Burke 
 
Either-sex entire season except that portion of 
 
Washington 
 
Glynn County lying within Jekyll Island. Dooly and Macon Counties ONLY antlered bucks with a minimum outside spread of 15 inches are legal. Harris, Montgomery, Randolph, and Talbot Counties ONLY bucks with at least four 
 
Harris Talbot 
Muscogee Chattahoochee Marion 
 
Wilkinson 
 
Taylor Macon 
 
Peach Houston 
 
Twiggs Bleckley 
 
Laurens 
 
Johnson 
 
Emanuel 
 
Jenkins 
 
Screven 
 
Treutlen 
 
Candler 
 
Bulloch 
 
Effingham 
 
points (one inch or longer) on one side of the 
 
antlers are legal. 
 
Stewart 
 
Oct 22Jan 15 Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Baker, Ben Hill, 
 
Quitman Randolph 
 
Webster 
 
Schley Sumter 
 
Terrell 
 
Lee 
 
Montgomery Toombs 
 
Pulaski 
 
Dooly 
 
Dodge 
 
Wheeler 
 
Crisp 
 
Wilcox 
 
Telfair 
 
Turner 
 
Ben Hill 
 
Jeff Davis 
 
Evans Bryan 
Tattnall 
 
Appling 
 
Liberty Long 
 
Chatham 
 
Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Bulloch, 
 
Clay 
 
Calhoun 
 
Dougherty 
 
Burke, Calhoun, Camden, Candler, Charlton, 
 
Chatham, Chattahoochee, Clay, Clinch, Coffee, 
 
Early 
 
Baker 
 
Colquitt, Cook, Crisp, Decatur, Dodge, Dooly*, Dougherty, Early, Echols, Effingham, Emanuel, 
 
Miller 
 
Mitchell 
 
Seminole 
 
Evans, Glynn, Grady, Harris*, Houston, Irwin, Jeff 
 
Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Lanier, Laurens, 
 
Decatur 
 
Grady 
 
Lee, Liberty, Long, Lowndes, Macon*, Marion, 
 
McIntosh, Miller, Mitchell, Montgomery*, Muscogee, 
 
Irwin 
 
Coffee 
 
Worth 
 
Tift 
 
Berrien Atkinson 
 
Colquitt 
 
Cook 
 
Lanier Clinch 
 
Thomas Brooks 
 
Lowndes 
 
Echols 
 
Bacon 
 
Wayne 
 
Pierce 
 
Ware 
 
Brantley 
 
McIntosh Glynn 
 
Charlton 
 
Camden 
 
Peach, Pierce, Pulaski, Quitman, Randolph*, Schley, Screven, Seminole, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot*, Tattnall, Taylor, Telfair, Terrell, Thomas, Tift, Toombs, Treutlen, Turner, Twiggs, Ware, 
 
Southern Zone Either Sex Days Map 
 
Washington, Wayne, Webster, Wheeler, Wilcox, Wilkinson, Worth. 
 
*Antler restrictions apply 
 
Dog Hunting (Oct 22Jan 15) Baker, Brantley, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Calhoun, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Clinch, Decatur, Dougherty, Early, Echols, Effingham, Emanuel, Evans, Glynn, Grady, Jenkins, Lanier (east of the Alapaha River and southeast of US Hwy 221), Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce (southeast of US Hwy 84 and portion lying northwest of US Hwy 84 and east of Scenic Drive), Screven, Seminole, Tattnall, Thomas, Ware (that portion lying south of US Hwy 82; and that portion lying north of US Hwy 82 and southeast of US Hwy 84), Washington (north of GA Hwy 24), Wayne (north of US Hwy 341 and west of Beard's Bluff Rd.; north of GA Hwy 169; and southeast of US Hwy 84) 
Dog Hunting (Nov 24Jan 15) Atkinson (south of US Hwy 82), Jefferson, Johnson (east of GA Hwy 15) 
Dog Hunting (Dec 3Jan 15) Colquitt, Marion, Stewart, Terrell, Webster 
 
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 Establishing 
Deer Harvest Guidelines 
for Your Property or Hunting Club 
 
Georgia is blessed with a healthy white-tailed deer population that provides diverse recreational opportunities and generates significant economic vitality. However, Georgia's white-tailed deer herd can present a variety of management challenges as we strive to maintain a sustainable deer population within appropriate biological, ecological, and sociological limits. Properly managing this important resource is critical. 
Hunting is the primary tool for managing white-tailed deer and hunting has successfully reduced the statewide deer population from 1.4 million deer in the 1990s to close to 1 million today. This reduction decreased or stabilized the deer population across much of the state resulting in improved habitat conditions, healthier deer, and substantial increases in antler quality. Finally, this success is consistent with the goal established in Georgia's Deer Management Plan. 
Despite this statewide success, there are localized areas that may experience either overabundance or scarcity. Further complicating this issue is the scale at which deer density varies. There may be extreme variations in deer densities within a single county making this issue difficult or impossible to solve through regional or county level regulations on deer harvest. Thus, responsible deer management, individually or collectively, by landowners, hunting clubs and hunters is essential, especially regarding proper doe harvest rates. 
It is the responsibility of hunters, clubs, and landowners to establish objectives to manage deer on the property they own, lease, or hunt. Georgia deer hunters, landowners and hunting clubs have differing management objectives. There is no statewide season and bag limit scenario that will satisfy these differing objectives. As such, Georgia's current statewide regulations provide a framework for landowners and hunting clubs to use when establishing a harvest regime for their specific property(ies). This statewide framework is not site-specific and should never be viewed as such. However, statewide regulations do provide landowners and hunting clubs great flexibility to meet their deer management objectives. 
When determining management objectives it is critical to consider property size, habitat conditions, and management of adjacent properties. Hunters often set deer 
 
management guidelines on the property they hunt through individual hunter bag limits that can, if hunter density is high, result in overharvest. For example, a 1,500 acre hunting club with 50 members has a density of 1 hunter per 30 acres. With a bag limit of 2 bucks and 3 does, overharvest is likely to occur. With this much hunting pressure, a harvest regime that is more restrictive is likely appropriate. 
Considering deer harvest per land area can be an effective way to avoid an unwanted decline in deer density. General guidelines for appropriate doe harvest rates across much of Georgia are: one doe per 75 acres will decrease density, one doe per 150 acres will stabilize density, and one doe per 200 acres will increase density. Keep in mind that these guidelines may not be applicable in all areas of the state and are not a substitute for population monitoring and management, which are critical elements of any successful deer management program. 
Technical assistance establishing a management program and biological advice is available to all Georgia hunters. Biologists with the state's Wildlife Resources Division are available to provide technical guidance on managing deer herds or a private biologist can be hired to develop a management strategy and monitor deer harvest. However, biological recommendations are only as good as the information provided. Better and more extensive objective data result in better recommendations. 
Effective deer management requires more work than simply killing deer. At a minimum, records should be kept on each deer harvested (i.e., sex, age, weight, antler measurements). Also, fetal data from late season harvested does and observational records (e.g., antlered bucks seen, does seen, and fawns seen) add greatly to the information used to generate advice and recommendations, although not generally required. Such data is used to establish baselines, monitor the population and adjust property-specific harvest strategies to achieve a desired goal. In many instances, a harvest strategy will be more restrictive than the statewide framework. 
Decreases in deer sightings may not always mean a decrease in deer density. Deer movements and behavior are affected by hunting pressure, habitat conditions, predation, and 
 
weather. The best advice for deer hunters is to hunt where the deer are rather than where you want the deer to be. More often than not, rainy summers make it a good year to be a deer, but a bad year to be a deer hunter. Failure to adapt to deer movement and feeding patterns affected by abundant rainfall can cause some hunters to believe there is a serious decline in deer numbers in their area. 
Wet growing seasons generally produce abundant natural forage and good acorn crops. Deer movement can be very limited when natural forage and acorns are abundant. Deer spend very little time, if any, in and around managed wildlife openings under these conditions. To be successful, hunters must spend more time hunting where the natural browse and acorns are located, or along travel routes leading to and from these natural feeding areas. Knowing the "when's" and "where's" of hunting a property makes for a more enjoyable hunting experience. 
It is worth considering whether feeding deer is or has altered deer activity patterns, especially when combined with hunting pressure, so that deer are more nocturnal, move less frequently, and are less exposed to harvest. This practice may create a "welfare system" such that deer do not have to "work for a living" locating natural food sources. Thus, deer remain largely sedentary and hidden during legal shooting hours, and get their fill by feeding for a short period of time during the night. This can reduce the number of deer seen and the exposure of deer to harvest. Deer always adapt to their circumstances  hunters should too! 
Statewide regulations provide a framework within which landowners and hunting clubs establish a harvest regime for the property they hunt. Either-sex days and bag limits are effective at protecting statewide and regional populations from over-harvest, but they cannot protect every single property from over-harvest. This is the reason site-specific, property-level deer management is critical to a successful deer management program. Ultimately, the solution rests in the hands of Georgia's deer hunters and their willingness to practice voluntary restraint and responsible deer management. 
 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 Summary of Georgia's Laws & Regulations Pertaining to 
Bait and the Taking of Game & Feral Hogs Over Bait 
 
Statewide* 
It is unlawful for any person to hunt any game animal (except as noted below) or game bird upon, over, around, or near any place where any corn, wheat, or other grains, salts, apples, or other feed or bait has been placed, exposed, deposited, distributed, or scattered so as to constitute a lure, attraction, or enticement to such game animals or game birds. It shall also be unlawful to hunt any game animal or game bird upon, over, around, or near any such place for a period of 10 days following complete removal of all such feed or bait. 
The placing of any feed or bait and the hunting of any game or feral hog over such feed or bait on Wildlife Management Areas is prohibited. 
Any person who takes any big game, other than in accordance with the following exceptions, shall upon conviction be guilty of a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature and subject to a fine not to exceed $5,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 12 months, or both. 
 
The DNR Board may by rule or regulation restrict the feeding, baiting, or hunting of deer and/or feral hogs upon, over, around or near such feed or bait in any county and any adjoining county, upon documented occurrence of a communicable disease in deer in such county. No person shall feed, bait or hunt deer and/or feral hogs in violation of any such restriction imposed. DNR will notify current licensed hunters by mail or electronic means within a restricted county. DNR may place signs to give such notice of restrictions. 
Exceptions for Deer (Zone Limited) 
 In the Southern Deer Zone, deer may be hunted upon, around, over or near any feed or bait on private lands provided such person has written permission of the landowner. Any such feed or bait shall not be placed in a manner as to cause hunting on an adjacent property to be prohibited. The placing of any feed or bait and the hunting of deer over such feed or bait on any state or federal lands is prohibited. 
 
 In the Northern Deer Zone, it is unlawful to hunt deer upon, around, over or near any feed or bait when the hunter is less than 200 yards away or within sight of such feed or bait. Any such feed shall not be placed in a manner as to cause hunting on an adjacent property to be prohibited. The placing of any feed or bait and the hunting of deer over such feed or bait on any state or federal lands is prohibited. 
Exceptions for Feral Hogs (Statewide) 
Feral hogs may be hunted upon, around, over or near any feed or bait on private lands year round provided that any such feed or bait is not placed within 50 yards of any property ownership boundary. Any such feed or bait shall not be placed in a manner as to cause hunting on an adjacent property to be prohibited. 
* Additional restrictions apply to federally regulated migratory birds (e.g., doves, ducks, geese, etc.). See the Late-Season Migratory Bird Regulations or visit www.gohuntgeorgia.com/ hunting/regulations. 
 
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 bear, turkey, feral hog, alligator & small game regulations 
 
Bear 
 
same household. Non-residents must meet Cook, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Thomas, 
 
Restriction Killing of females with cub(s) or non-resident license requirements. Contact Tift, and Turner Cos. 
 
a cub under 75 pounds is prohibited. 
 
the Game Management office nearest you  Zone 5 (Q=70) Ben Hill, Bibb, Bleckley, 
 
Northern Zone In Banks, Barrow, Bartow, for more information (see page 4). 
 
Coffee, Dodge, Jeff Davis, Laurens, 
 
Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Dade, 
 
National Forest & Corps of Engineers Lands Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, 
 
Dawson, Fannin, Floyd, Forsyth, Franklin, (outside of WMAs) Hogs may be taken with Twiggs, Wheeler, Wilcox and Wilkinson Cos. 
 
Gilmer, Gordon, Habersham, Hall, Hart, archery equipment during archery deer season,  Zone 6 (Q=100) Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, 
 
Jackson, Lumpkin, Madison, Murray, 
 
with deer weapons during firearms deer season, Camden, Charlton, Clinch, Echols, Pierce, 
 
Pickens, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, with turkey weapons during turkey season and Ware Cos. 
 
Walker, White, Whitfield Cos.: 
 
and with small game weapons during small  Zone 7 (Q=130) Appling, Glynn, Long, 
 
 Archery: Sept. 10Oct. 14 
 
game season. Pursuing, catching, or hunting McIntosh, Tattnall, Toombs, and Wayne Cos. 
 
 Primitive Weapons: Oct. 1521 
 
hogs with dogs is prohibited, unless specified  Zone 8 (Q=120) Bryan, Bulloch, Candler, 
 
 Firearms: Oct. 22Dec. 4 
 
otherwise (see pages 4360 for regulations on Chatham, Effingham, Evans and Liberty Cos. 
 
Hunting bears with dogs or over bait is pro- specific WMAs). No limit. No night hunt-  Zone 9 (Q=80) Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, 
 
hibited. Harvested bears must be reported ing. No hunting over bait. Hunting license Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Richmond, 
 
to personnel of the Wildlife Resources Divi- requirements must be met. Hunter orange is Screven, and Washington Cos. 
 
sion, Gainesville Office (770) 535-5700 or required during firearms and primitive weap- On WMAs in the open zones, alligators 
 
Armuchee Office (706) 295-6041 within ons deer seasons. Special regulations apply for may be taken during open small game dates 
 
24 hours of harvest. After hours, call 1-800- Hartwell, Strom Thurmond/Clarks Hill , and that coincide with the open season for alliga- 
 
241-4113. At a minimum, the hide and skull Russell lakes (see page 61). 
 
tor (unless otherwise specified) by valid permit 
 
must be taken to the Gainesville or Armuch- Transporting & Release Transporting live holders only. WMA license required. No al- 
 
ee office within 3 business days of harvest for feral hogs is prohibited unless such feral hogs ligator hunting on National Wildlife Refuges. 
 
tagging. Harvested bears may also be checked have tested negative for brucellosis and pseu- For detailed information see Georgia's Al- 
 
at any WMA check station in the counties dorabies within 30 days prior to transport. It ligator Management Plan in the special Alliga- 
 
listed above that are open for a managed deer/ is illegal to release any trapped or transported tor Hunting Season brochure available on the 
 
bear/hog hunt between 8 a.m.8 p.m. during live feral hogs into any area that is not fenced internet at gohuntgeorgia.com or at WRD of- 
 
the bear season. 
 
to prevent escape of such feral hog. Any per- fices. Interested hunters must apply online for 
 
Central Zone In Bibb, Houston, Twiggs Cos.: sons convicted of the release of live feral hogs Alligator Quota hunts at gohuntgeorgia.com. 
 
 Firearms: Nov. 12 
 
in violation of established laws and regulations 
 
Hunting bears with dogs or over bait is pro- may be subject to revocation of hunting privi- 
 
Small Game 
 
hibited. Hunting bears on WMAs in the Cen- leges for up to three (3) years. 
 
Bobcat & Fox Dec. 1Feb. 29. No limit. 
 
tral Zone is prohibited. Harvested bears must Warning Feral hogs can carry infectious Hunting with dogs allowed. Bobcats and 
 
be checked and tagged at the Oaky Woods diseases that are transmissible to people. To foxes may be hunted with small game fire- 
 
WMA check station between 12 noon and 9 avoid possible exposure, wear plastic gloves arms by hunters using manual calls. 
 
p.m. on the day of the hunt. 
 
when field-dressing feral hogs; wash hands Grouse Oct. 15Feb. 29; Daily limit: 3. 
 
Southern Zone In Brantley, Charlton, Clinch, with soap and hot water immediately after- Opossum Oct. 15Feb. 29; No limit. 
 
Echols and Ware Cos.: 
 
wards; avoid direct contact with blood and Quail Nov. 12Feb. 29; Daily limit: 12. 
 
 Firearms: Sept. 29Oct. 1, Oct. 68, Oct. reproductive organs; cook thoroughly, and Rabbit Nov. 12Feb. 29; Daily limit: 12. 
 
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properly dispose of all waste. 
 
Raccoon Oct. 15Feb. 29; Daily limit: 3. 
 
Hunting with dogs is allowed. Hunting over Processing Any facility that processes hogs Squirrel Aug. 15Feb. 29; Daily limit: 12. 
 
bait is prohibited. Bears must be checked and for a fee must be licensed as a red meat estab- Coyotes, Armadillos, Groundhogs, Beavers, 
 
tagged at either the Georgia Forestry Com- lishment by the Dept. of Agriculture. Deer Starlings, Pigeons & English Sparrows No 
 
mission Office at Fargo, from Noon through processors can obtain a Custom Feral Hog Ex- closed season. No limit. Electronic calls may 
 
9 p.m. on days of hunts or at the Waycross empt license from the GA Dept. of Agriculture, be used for hunting coyotes. 
 
DNR office from 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Meat Inspection Section for $10. Contact the 
 
on Thursdays and Fridays of hunts and Noon Meat Inspection Section at (404) 656-3673 for 
 
Trapping 
 
through 9 p.m. on Saturdays of hunts.. 
 
more information. This licensing requirement Dec. 1Feb. 29 for mink, otter, fox, raccoon, 
 
Statewide Season Limit: Two (2); provided, does not apply to anyone processing a feral hog opossum, muskrat, skunk, bobcat, and wea- 
 
however, that no more than one (1) of which for their own use. 
 
sel. There is no closed season for trapping 
 
may be taken from the Southern and Central 
 
beavers and coyotes. Complete trapping 
 
Zones. 
 
Alligator 
 
regulations can be obtained on the web at 
 
Sept. 3Oct. 2 for quota permit holders only. gohuntgeorgia.com or from any WRD office. 
 
Turkey 
 
Season limit of 1 per quota permit holder. 
 
Mar. 24May 15, 2012, statewide. 
 
Legal alligators must be 48 inches or longer 
 
Falconry 
 
Season Limit: 3 Gobblers. 
 
from end of snout to tip of tail. Participants Valid falconry permit required. Hunting li- 
 
must be at least 12 years of age. Areas open cense required. 
 
Feral Hog 
 
for the harvest of alligators are limited to 9  Quail (Daily limit: 12), grouse (Daily limit: 3), 
 
Private Lands No closed season; no limit. Fe- zones with zone specific quotas as follows: 
 
and rabbit (Daily limit: 12); Oct. 1Mar. 15. 
 
ral hogs may be hunted at night with a light,  Zone 1 (Q=65) Calhoun, Chattahoochee,  Squirrel (Daily limit: 12); Aug. 15Mar. 15. 
 
which is carried on the person, affixed to a Clay, Early, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, See Late-Season Migratory Bird brochure for 
 
helmet or hat, or part of a belt system worn Randolph, Stewart, Terrell, and Webster Cos. falconry waterfowl season information. 
 
by a hunter. No hunting from a vehicle. A  Zone 2 (Q=140) Baker, Decatur, Grady, 
 
resident Hunting License is required to hunt Miller, Mitchell, and Seminole Cos. 
 
feral hogs for all resident hunters 16 years old  Zone 3 (Q=60) Crawford, Crisp, Dooly, 
 
or older, except when hunting on land owned Dougherty, Houston, Lee, Macon, Peach, 
 
by them or their immediate family (blood Schley, Sumter, Taylor, and Worth Cos. 
 
or dependent relationship) residing in the  Zone 4 (Q=85) Berrien, Brooks, Colquitt, 
 
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 federally regulated migratory birds 
 
FEDERALLY REGULATED MIGRATORY BIRDS 
A separate publication with hunting regulations for ducks, geese, and other late-season migrants is distributed by the DNR, and available at gohuntgeorgia.com in early September. 
MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING LICENSE (H.I.P. 
License) is required for any person who purchases a license and hunts migratory birds (doves, ducks, geese, woodcock, snipe, coots, rails, or gallinules). is license is free and can be obtained by completing a migratory bird hunter questionnaire when purchasing a hunting license. 
CROWS Nov. 5Feb. 29; No Limit; Electronic calls may be used. Crows may be taken outside of these dates only when causing agricultural damage. 
MARSH HENS (Rails) Sept. 24Oct. 31; Nov. 8 Dec. 9. Daily limit: 15. 
MOURNING DOVE 
t Sept. 318; Oct. 816; Nov. 24Jan. 7; Daily Limit: 15. 
t Eurasian collared doves may be taken at any time; No limit. 
SNIPE Nov. 15Feb. 28; Daily Limit: 8. 
WOODCOCK Dec. 10Jan. 23; Daily Limit: 3. 
LEGAL HOURS 
t Dove: 12 noon until sunset on opening day of September season, and  hour before sunrise to sunset for the remainder of the season. 
t Other Migratory Birds:  hour before sunrise to sunset. 
FEDERAL YOUTH WATERFOWL DAY Only youth 15 years of age or younger may hunt waterfowl or geese on this day. An adult at least 18 years of age must accompany the youth into the eld but may not hunt. 
BANDED BIRDS Hunters harvesting any banded migratory bird should call the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Bird Banding Laboratory at 1-800-327-BAND. 
POSSESSION OF MIGRATORY BIRDS HARVESTED BY 
ANOTHER Persons possessing migratory birds harvested by another hunter must possess, in writing, the hunter's signature, address, total number of birds harvested by species and dates of harvest. 
 
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 201112 georgia hunting seasons, dates & limits 
 
Big Game 
 
Species Deer 
 
Season 
Archery, Either sex Extended Archery--Either Sex 
(ONLY for Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett & Rockdale Counties) Primitive Weapons--Either Sex 
Firearms--Northern Zone 
Firearms--Southern Zone 
 
Dates Sept. 10  Oct. 14, Statewide 
Jan. 231 Oct. 1521, Statewide 
Oct. 22  Jan. 1 Oct. 22  Jan. 15 Archery: Sept. 10  Oct. 14 
 
Limit 
12 per season, Statewide. 
No more than 10 may be antlerless and no more than 2 may be antlered. One (1) of the 2 antlered deer must have at least 4 points, one inch or longer, on one side of the antlers. 
Firearms deer hunting is not allowed in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton (north of GA Hwy. 92), and that portion of Glynn county lying within Jekyll Island. In the portion of Forsyth county south of GA Hwy. 20, only shotguns and muzzleloaders may be used (no other firearms allowed). In Hancock, Harris, Meriwether, Montgomery, Randolph, Talbot and Troup counties, only antlered bucks with at least 4 points on either side are legal. In Dooly and Macon counties, antlered bucks must have a minimum 15-inch outside spread. 
 
Bear Turkey 
 
Northern Zone 
Central Zone Southern Zone 
Statewide 
 
Primitive Weapons: Oct. 1521 
 
Firearms: Oct. 22  Dec. 4 
 
Two (2) per season, Statewide; provided, however, that no more than one (1) of which may be taken from the Southern and Central Zones. 
 
Firearms: Nov. 12 
 
Firearms: Sept. 29  Oct. 1, Oct. 68, Oct. 1315 
 
March 24  May 15, 2012 
 
3 Gobblers per season 
 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 SMALL GAME 
 
201112 georgia hunting seasons, dates & limits 
 
SPECIES Alligator Crows 
 
SEASON 
Zone & Quota Limited 
Statewide 
 
Dove 
 
Statewide 
 
Fox & Bobcat Grouse 
Marsh Hens 
Opossum Quail Rabbit 
Raccoon Squirrel Woodcock Mink, Otter, Fox, Raccoon, Opossum, Muskrat, Skunk, Bobcat, Weasel 
 
Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide Statewide 
Statewide 
 
DATES 
Sept. 3  Oct. 2 
Nov. 5  Feb. 29 Sept. 318; Oct. 816; 
Nov. 24 Jan. 7 Dec. 1  Feb. 29 Oct. 15  Feb. 29 Sept. 24  Oct. 31; Nov. 8  Dec. 9 Oct. 15  Feb. 29 Nov. 12  Feb. 29 Nov. 12  Feb. 29 Oct. 15  Feb. 29 Aug. 15  Feb. 29 Dec. 10  Jan. 23 
Dec. 1  Feb. 29 
 
LIMIT 1 per quota permit 
holder No limit 
15 per day, 30 in possession 
No limit 3 per day 
15 per day 
No limit 12 per day 12 per day 3 per day 12 per day 3 per day 
No limit 
 
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OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES 
GEORGIA OUTDOOR RECREATION PASS (GORP): 
Any person, age 1664, entering any designated fee area on state-owned WMAs and PFAs must possess a valid GORP. Persons who possess a valid three-day hunting & shing, WMA, Lifetime, Sportsman's, or Honorary license are exempt from this requirement. Designated fee areas are marked with the posting of a sign at the site or area entrance. 
A three-day GORP is valid for no more than three (3) days from date of purchase and an annual GORP is valid for not more than 365 days from date of purchase. A GORP may be purchased at www.gohuntgeorgia.com, 1-800-366-2661, or license vendors. Transaction fees apply (please refer to page 9). 
Any individual(s) or organization(s) who desire to sponsor or conduct an event, activity, or series of events or activities involving more than eight (8) individuals on a WMA or PFA may be required to obtain a "Right of Entry" agreement from the Department. A Right of Entry agreement must be formally requested from the Department not less than thirty (30) days prior to the proposed event, activity, or series of events or activities. Events that con ict with the primary uses (e.g. hunting and shing) of a WMA or PFA may be prohibited. Contact the respective Game Management o ce (see page 4) for more details. For WMAs on National Forest, special use permits issued by the US Forest Service may be used in lieu of the GORP requirement. 
 
GENERAL: Camping, hiking and other recreational uses are allowed year-round, unless otherwise posted at the WMA check station or at a speci c recreation site. All WMA visitors are encouraged to wear hunter orange during the hunting seasons. Speci c recreation sites may be closed as needed for management purposes by posting at the site. 
CAMPING: All camps must be in designated campgrounds, unless otherwise indicated or posted at the WMA check station. Camping is allowed anywhere on WMAs on National Forest Lands, except where posted otherwise. Forest Service regulations govern outdoor recreation on WMAs located on National Forest Lands. Camping or driving motor vehicles on managed wildlife openings is prohibited. Carving, cutting, chopping or damaging of live trees is prohibited. Camping or establishment of a campsite shall be limited to a period of time not to exceed 14 consecutive days after which the campsite shall be vacated and all personally owned property is removed for a period of not less than 7 days. During that 7 day period, a new campsite may not be established within 1 mile of the vacated campsite by the same person(s). Loaded 
rearms are prohibited in camping areas, except that any person possessing a license to carry a concealed rearm that is valid in this state pursuant to OCGA  16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such rearm subject to the limitations of OCGA  16-11-126 and 16-11-127, except 
 
where prohibited by federal law. Campers are responsible for their own trash. No person shall unreasonably disturb or annoy others through abrasive, insulting, or threatening words or actions, or disobey any lawful order of a law enforcement o cial, or act in a manner resulting in a breach of the peace. No generators, musical instruments, radios, televisions, or other noisemaking devices may be used after 10 p.m. or before 7 a.m., in such a manner that they may be heard by other WMA visitors. 
FIREWOOD: Only trees that are dead and down may be cut and used for rewood by visitors while staying on WMAs. 
FISHING: Unless otherwise posted, shing is allowed on WMAs according to statewide regulations. When shing on a WMA, only a Fishing License is required. However, a Fishing License and a WMA License is required to 
sh on state Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) and Waters Creek Trophy Trout Stream on Chestatee WMA (see shing regulations). A trout license is required in trout waters. Anglers possessing a ree-Day Fishing, Honorary, Disability, Sportsmen's, or Lifetime License are not required to have a WMA License. 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 general wma regulations 
 
All WMA laws, rules and regulations, un- restrict access to roads, trails or any other 
 
less otherwise specified, must be followed on access features. 
 
Public Fishing Areas and State Parks open for 
 
hunting. WMA license is required except for  Using paintball equipment (this regulation 
 
State Park Quota Hunts. 
 
does not apply on National Forest Lands). 
 
General 
 
Check-In Versus Sign-In Hunts: Check-In is 
 
Unlawful Activities: 
 
required prior to hunting during managed 
 
 Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. firearms deer, bear and hog hunts except as 
 
 Camping or operating a motor vehicle otherwise specified. Hunters may Check-In 
 
upon any permanent wildlife opening. starting at 12 noon the day before the hunt. 
 
 Consuming alcohol except at camp sites Check-In permits must remain in the hunter's 
 
(this regulation does not apply on National possession while hunting on all check-in hunts. 
 
Forest Lands). 
 
Some firearms deer hunts only require sign-in 
 
 Driving a vehicle around any gate, sign, prior to hunting. Sign-In prior to hunting is 
 
earth berm, or similar device intended to required only once per season for archery deer 
 
prevent vehicular access. 
 
hunts and turkey hunts. Check-out or sign-out 
 
 Hunting any game species or feral hog over (on day of kill) is required on big game hunts 
 
bait. 
 
only if a deer, bear, hog or turkey is killed. 
 
 Hunting within 50 yards of any road Deer harvested on Sign-In hunts must be 
 
opened for vehicular access. (Possession recorded on your Deer Harvest Record. Deer 
 
of a loaded firearm within 50 yards of a harvested on Check-In hunts receive special 
 
road opened for vehicular access is con- tags and are not recorded on your Deer Harvest 
 
sidered hunting.) 
 
Record. 
 
 Hunting within a posted safety zone. 
 
 Night hunting except for raccoon, fox, Quota Hunts are hunting opportunities lim- 
 
opossum, bobcat, and alligator (permit- ited to selected applicants only unless speci- 
 
ted alligator hunters only). 
 
fied otherwise. Hunters must apply by the 
 
 Placing bait or wildlife food. 
 
deadline and be selected for a specific quota 
 
 Possessing a cocked crossbow in a motor hunt to participate. See page 39 for details. 
 
vehicle. 
 
 Possessing a firearm during a closed hunt- Tree Stands & Other Hunting Structures: 
 
ing season for an area, except on designated "Hunting Structure" means any portable tree 
 
shooting ranges, unless such a firearm is stand, ground blind, stool, chair, bucket, wa- 
 
unloaded and stored in a motor vehicle so terfowl blind, or other similar device used for 
 
as to not be readily accessible, except that the purpose of hunting. Hunters may not 
 
any person possessing a license to carry a construct or hunt from any tree stand that is 
 
concealed firearm that is valid in this state not portable or natural. Tree stands may not 
 
pursuant to OCGA  16-11-126(f) or be placed on utility poles or other structures 
 
16-11-129 may carry such firearm subject supporting utility lines. For big game and fe- 
 
to the limitations of OCGA  16-11-126 ral hog hunts, hunting structures shall not be 
 
and 16-11-127, except where prohibited by placed any sooner than one day prior to the 
 
federal law. 
 
hunt and shall be removed from the WMA 
 
 Possessing alcohol while hunting on no later than 12 noon the day following the 
 
National Forest lands. 
 
hunt. For small game hunts, hunting struc- 
 
 Possessing a loaded firearm (a gun is con- tures may be placed and shall be removed 
 
sidered loaded if a shell is in the chamber or from the WMA only on the day of the hunt, 
 
magazine, a percussion cap is on the nipple, except that on opening day of dove season 
 
or powder is present on the frizzen pan) hunters shall not enter a managed dove field 
 
in a motor vehicle, except that any person and hunting structures shall not be placed on 
 
possessing a license to carry a concealed a managed dove field prior to 10 a.m. 
 
firearm that is valid in this state pursuant to 
 
OCGA  16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may Dogs must be confined or kept on a leash 
 
carry such firearm subject to the limitations except when hunting or training during 
 
of OCGA  16-11-126 and 16-11-127, ex- designated seasons or on designated areas. 
 
cept where prohibited by federal law. 
 
Persons training dogs must have a valid 
 
 Possessing or using buckshot except on Hunting and WMA License. Hunters must 
 
dog-deer hunts. 
 
remove their dogs upon departure. Trail 
 
 Shooting from a motor vehicle. 
 
dogs for rabbits are limited to Beagles, Basset 
 
 Taking or possessing any wildlife except hounds and Dachshunds. Hunters are allowed 
 
during an open season for that species. to hunt raccoons with trail dogs only. Owners 
 
 Target practicing except on an authorized are responsible for their dogs and any damage 
 
shooting range. 
 
they may do to wildlife other than raccoon, 
 
 Trapping. 
 
fox, opossum or bobcat. It is unlawful to run 
 
 Using metal detectors or collecting artifacts. deer with dogs unless otherwise specified (see 
 
 Using motor vehicles, signage, flagging Dixon Memorial, Paulks Pasture, Rogers, and 
 
tape, or any other method(s) to close or Townsend WMAs). Hunters whose dogs are 
 
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found chasing deer may be appropriately shooting ranges, and boat ramps on the must be listed on sign-out forms provided at 
 
charged. Anyone wishing to pursue any National Forest. ese fees apply to all users. For check station and reported to personnel of the 
 
game animal or furbearer for the purpose of more information, visit www.fs.fed.us/conf or Wildlife Resources Division within 24 hours: 
 
training dogs may do so only during hunting contact any US Forest Service O ce. 
 
Armuchee (706) 295-6041, Gainesville 
 
dates for that species listed for each WMA 
 
(770) 535-5700, Fort Valley (478) 825-6354, 
 
unless otherwise speci ed. 
 
CHILDREN 
 
or Fitzgerald (229) 426-5267. After hours, 
 
"Direct supervision" or "directly supervised" call 1-800-241-4113. For bear tagging re- 
 
DESIGNATED BIRD DOG TRAINING AREAS: See means uninterrupted, unaided visual contact quirements, see page 28. 
 
page 37. Bird dog training is allowed year round, and auditory communication of a child by an 
 
only during daylight hours or as otherwise adult. All children under sixteen (16) years 
 
TURKEY 
 
speci ed, only pen-raised quail and pigeons of age shall be accompanied by and under Turkey hunting on some WMAs is by 
 
may be released and harvested using shotguns direct supervision of an adult eighteen (18) quota application. See page 39 for informa- 
 
with number six or smaller shot while train- years of age or older when hunting. 
 
tion. Otherwise, turkey hunting is allowed 
 
ing pointing, ushing, and retrieving dogs 
 
Mar. 24May 15 and hunters must sign-in 
 
provided that the dog trainer maintains proof ADULT/CHILD HUNTS ON WMAs, STATE PARKS & at check station and sign-out any harvested 
 
of purchase of pen-raised quail. 
 
NWRs: (Hunts for those under age 18) On birds. Season limit is 3 gobblers. 
 
Adult/Child Hunts for big game, all children 
 
DESIGNATED FURBEARER DOG TRAINING AR- (17 years old and under) shall be accompa- 
 
FERAL HOG 
 
EAS: See page 37. No furbearer dog training nied and directly supervised by a responsible May be hunted with archery equipment dur- 
 
is allowed unless otherwise speci ed in the adult; an adult shall supervise no more than ing archery deer hunts, with deer rearms 
 
WMA listings on pages 4360 of this booklet. one child. On Adult/Child Hunts for small during rearms deer hunts, with turkey 
 
Where speci ed in the WMA listings, fur- game, one adult may directly supervise no weapons during turkey hunts and with small 
 
bearer dog training is allowed during WMA more than two (2) children (17 years old game weapons during small game dates on 
 
small game dates and Aug. 114 and March and under). Adults and children may pos- most WMAs or as otherwise speci ed in the 
 
119. 
 
sess rearms and hunt on small game and WMA listings on pages 4260. 
 
non-quota big game Adult/Child Hunts pro- 
 
HORSES AND BICYCLES are restricted to vided that an adult hunting on such hunts On special hog hunts, speci ed in the WMA 
 
open improved roads, designated trails, or shall be directly supervising a child who is listingsonpages4260,biggameweaponsmay 
 
designated areas. (GORP fee may apply. actively participating in the hunt. During be used and hunter orange may be required. 
 
See page 32 for details.) Bicycles may be used Adult/Child big game quota hunts, only one No limit unless otherwise speci ed. Hunting 
 
on closed improved roads for the purpose rearm is allowed and only the child may and WMA Licenses are required. Electronic 
 
of hunter access. Horses may be used o hunt. All Adult/Child big game hunts are hog calls are permitted. No night hunting. 
 
roads and trails during permitted eld rearms hunts unless speci ed otherwise. 
 
trials. Horses and bicycles may be used on 
 
MIGRATORY BIRDS 
 
National Forest Lands not otherwise closed. 
 
DEER 
 
CROWS, SNIPE & WOODCOCK may be taken on 
 
Horses and bicycles are prohibited on the Two (2) deer may be harvested on any one (1) small game dates during the statewide seasons 
 
Appalachian Trail. 
 
managed hunt (sign-in hunts less than one (1) unless otherwise speci ed. Electronic calls 
 
week in length or any hunt requiring hunter may be used for crows. No limit on crows. 
 
VEHICLES: ATVs are allowed on open, im- check-in). However, on managed hunts hav- 
 
proved roads and designated trails only dur- ing quality buck antler restrictions, only one DUCK hunting on managed impoundments 
 
ing the period between 2 hours before sunrise (1) of the two (2) deer harvested may be an at Altamaha, Cordele Hatchery, Evans PFA, 
 
and 2 hours after sunset one day prior to and antlered buck. Bag limits on sign-in hunts Oconee & Rum Creek WMAs is by quota 
 
during big game and special hog only hunts lasting one (1) week or longer are the same only. Hunters must hunt from assigned areas 
 
by hunters actively participating in the hunt, as the statewide limit. On check-in hunts, or ponds. Shooting hours end at 12 noon, 
 
except where otherwise speci ed. However, hunters must obtain a permit at the WMA except the last Saturday of the season, when 
 
on National Forest Lands including WMAs check station prior to hunting and are re- 
 
on the National Forest, ATVs are restricted quired to check-out harvested deer. Hunt- 
Attention Youth to designated trails unless posted otherwise. ers should not record the deer on their deer 
 
Quail Hunters Roads may be closed at the discretion of the harvest record. e deer should be taken to 
DNR. Vehicles may not be parked in such a the WMA check station where DNR person- 
 
way as to block an open or closed roadway. nel will provide a special deer tag. On all other 
 
All motor vehicles are restricted to improved deer hunts, hunters must complete their deer 
 
roads open for vehicular access. "Improved harvest record at the site of the kill and sign-out 
 
Roads" are roads that receive maintenance the deer on the date of kill at the WMA check 
 
for the purpose of hunter access, and "Open station. No small game or furbearer hunting 
 
Roads" are roads not closed with a gate, sign, is allowed during managed deer hunts, un- 
 
earthen berm or similar device intended to less otherwise speci ed. On hunts with qual- 
 
prevent vehicular access. Motor vehicles (in- ity buck regulations requiring a minimum of 
 
cluding ATVs, dirt bikes, utility vehicles, golf 4 points on one side, points must be at least one 
 
carts, and other o -road vehicles) must meet inch long. On hunts requiring a 15-inch ant- 
 
applicable safety, licensing, insurance and ler spread, spread is greatest width measured 
 
registration requirements for use on public from the outside edges of the antler beams. 
 
roads. Vehicle and ATV operators must be 
 
at least 16 years old. 
 
BEAR 
 
All bears killed during open seasons must be 
 
FEES ON NATIONAL FOREST LANDS: Fees may checked at the check station on same date as 
 
be charged for camping, ATV/ORV trails, killed. If check station is unmanned, kills 
 
As part of 
 
the WRD 
 
Bobwhite Quail 
 
Initiative (BQI), 
 
quota youth 
 
quail hunts will 
 
be conducted on private 
 
Les Howard 
 
farmland during 
 
the quail season. Youth hunters 
 
ages 1017 may apply. Hunt dates, 
 
locations & rules will be advertised 
 
at www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
beginning August 15, with an 
 
application deadline of October 15, 
 
2011. 
 
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hunting is allowed until sunset. See page 40 dates, unless otherwise speci ed in the with an open state season (see page 31) during 
 
for quota hunt information for Altamaha & WMAlistingsonpages4260.Furbearersmay the small game dates speci ed in the WMA 
 
Oconee (Dan Denton Waterfowl Area). For not be hunted during rearms deer hunts. listings on pages 4260. No small game or fur- 
 
Evans PFA, Rum Creek WMA, Flat Creek Night hunting is allowed, unless otherwise bearer hunting is allowed during managed 
 
PFA and Cordele Fish Hatchery see area list- speci ed. Hunters must pick up their dogs deer hunts except that migratory birds may 
 
ingsonpages4360.Waterfowlhuntingcantake by 12 noon on the day following the hunt. be hunted during archery deer hunts during 
 
place only during speci ed waterfowl hunting Electronic calls are prohibited. 
 
open state season unless otherwise speci ed. 
 
dates. Waterfowl on all other WMA loca- 
 
tions may be hunted any day of the waterfowl SMALL GAME: Unless otherwise speci ed, UNPROTECTED NONGAME SPECIES may be taken 
 
season that the area is open for small game hunters are allowed to hunt any small game only during small game dates. 
 
hunting or as otherwise speci ed. 
 
GOOSE hunting is allowed on WMAs except on managed waterfowl impoundments. On managed waterfowl impoundments, geese may be taken only during managed waterfowl hunts during the state goose season. 
SMALL GAME, FURBEARERS, Falconry & Coyotes 
ALLIGATORS are small game species and may be taken on small game dates during statewide alligator season by quota permit holders only, unless otherwise speci ed in the WMA listings on pages 4260. See page 28 for more information. 
COYOTES may be taken during deer, bear, turkey and small game hunts. Weapons are restricted to legal rearms and archery equipment for the game species speci ed for a particular hunt in theWMAlistingsonpages4260ofthisbooklet. Electronic calls may be used. No night hunting. 
FALCONRY: All WMAs are open for falconry during listed small game dates for a speci c area (see pages 4260). Field trial areas and archery-only hunting areas on WMAs are also open for small game hunting by means of falconry during the statewide falconry season. 
FURBEARERS: Raccoons, opossum, foxes and bobcats may be hunted within statewide seasons during small game and furbearer 
 
Acknowledgment of Landowners 
The Department would like to acknowledge the following private landowners, companies, and governmental agencies owning properties leased as Wildlife Management Areas: 
 
Aubrey Corporation Berry College, Inc. Campbell Group Coleman Stanley Forest Resources Consultants Forestar 
(formerly Temple-Inland) Frederick Blum Georgia Power Company 
(No Fee Lease) Girl Scouts of USA Hancock Timberland VIII Inc, & 
Valencia Forest LLC Houston Co. Commission 
(No Fee Lease) 
 
Jones Company Ltd. K. B. Coleman The Langdale Company McCranie Land Company, Inc. Plum Creek Timberlands LLC Randall Odum Rayonier Forest Resources, L.P. Springbank, LLC Stuckey Timberland, Inc. Timbervest Partners, LLC University of Georgia VZ Timberland, LLC Wildwood Timberlands, LLC 
 
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Adult/Child Hunts 
 
Information on Adult/Child Hunts at Cumberland Island NS, Eufaula NWR, and Savannah NWR may be found on pages 4360. Information on federal listings can be found on pages 6162. 
 
Region WMA 
 
Location 
 
Type 
 
Dates 
 
Quota Instructions 
 
101 Allatoona WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 22-23 
 
Sign-In 
 
103 Berry College WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Jan. 14-15 
 
Check-In. Only child may hunt. 
 
105 Coosawattee WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 21-23 
 
Check-In. Only child may hunt. 
 
107 CrockfordPigeon Mtn WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 22-23 
 
Check-In 
 
108 J. L. Lester WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 8-9 
 
 Quota 20. Check-In. See application instructions on page 39. 
 
1 108 J. L. Lester WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Jan. 14-15 
 
 Quota 20. Check-In. See application instructions on page 39. 
 
109 John's Mountain WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 28-30 
 
Check-In 
 
112 Paulding Forest WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 14-16 
 
Check-In. Only child may hunt. 
 
108 J. L. Lester WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3/Sept. 10/ Sept. 17 
 
102 Arrowhead WMA 
 
Waterfowl 
 
Dec. 17/Jan. 7 
 
Sign-In. Only child may hunt. 
 
205 Coopers Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 7-8 
 
Check-In 
 
206 Dawson Forest WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 14-16 
 
Check-In 
 
2 207 Dukes Creek-Smithgall Woods SP Deer 
 
Oct. 21-22 
 
Sign-In 
 
209 Lake Russell WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Nov. 11-13 
 
Check-In 
 
215 Wilson Shoals WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3 
 
 Quota 25. Call Aug. 1-15 to apply for a permit. (770) 535-5700 
 
303 Clarks Hill WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 28-30 
 
Sign-In 
 
322 Tuckahoe WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Sept. 23-25 
 
Sign-In 
 
304 Di-Lane WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3 
 
 
 
Quota 100 for Field 1 & 100 for Field 2. Apply Aug. 1-15 by letter to Region 3. 
 
318 Redlands WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3 
 
 Quota 100. Apply Aug. 1-15 by letter to Region 3. 
 
3 323 Walton Public Dove Field WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3 
 
 Quota 80 parties. Apply Aug. 1-15 by letter to Region 3. 
 
304 DiLane WMA 
 
Quail 
 
Feb. 4 
 
 Quota 8 parties (3 persons per party). Apply Oct. 1-15 by letter to Region 3. 
 
314 Mead Farm WMA 
 
Waterfowl Wed. & Sat. in Nov. 
 
During statewide season, all Wed. & Sat. in Nov. are Adult/Child. 
 
315 Oconee WMA 
 
Waterfowl 
 
Youth Waterfowl Day & Nov. 26 
 
Quota 3 parties per hunt (3 persons per party).  Sign-In. Apply Oct. 1-15 by letter to Region 3. Quota is 
for Impoundment 1. No quota for Impoundment 3. 
 
403 Big Lazer Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 8-9 
 
Sign-In 
 
404 Blanton Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 15-16 
 
Sign-In 
 
405 Cedar Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Dec. 26-28 
 
Sign-In 
 
408 Clybel WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 7-9 
 
 Quota 150. Check-In. Apply by Sept. 10 by letter to Region 4. 
 
408 Clybel WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Dec. 16-18 
 
Sign-In 
 
414 Oaky Woods WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 8-14 
 
 Quota 300. Sign-In. Apply by Sept. 10 by letter to Region 4. 
 
415 Ocmulgee WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 8-14 
 
 Quota 300. Sign-In. Apply by Sept. 10 by letter to Region 4. 
 
401 B. F. Grant WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 24-31 
 
Sign-In 
 
4 408 Clybel WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 24-Apr. 1/ Apr. 7-15 
 
 Quota 25 per hunt. Sign-In. Apply Feb. 1-28 by letter to Region 4. 
 
408 Clybel WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
May 12-15 
 
Sign-In 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 24-Apr. 1/ Apr. 7-15 
 
 Quota 25 per hunt. Sign-In. Apply Feb. 1-28 by letter to Region 4. 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
May 12-15 
 
Sign-In 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA (Youth Area) 
 
Waterfowl 
 
Youth Waterfowl Day & Wed.Sat. 
 
No quota, Youth Waterfowl Day and Wed.-Sun. during state season. 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA (Marsh Pond) Waterfowl 
 
Dec. 10/Jan. 7 
 
 Quota 3 parties per hunt. Apply Oct. 1-15 by letter to Region 4. 
 
502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Dec. 26-28 
 
Sign-In 
 
512 River Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Dec. 26-28 
 
 Quota 40. Sign-In. Apply by Dec. 1 by letter to Region 5. 
 
512 River Creek WMA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3/Sept. 10 
 
 Quota 15 per hunt. Apply by Aug. 15 by letter to Region 5. 
 
512 River Creek WMA 5 513 Silver Lake WMA 
 
Turkey Turkey 
 
Mar. 30-Apr. 1/ Apr. 6-8 Apr. 7-15 
 
 Quota 5 per hunt. Sign-In. Apply by Mar. 1 by letter to Region 5.  Quota 35. Sign-In. Apply by Mar. 1 by letter to Region 5. 
 
503 Cordele Hatchery 
 
Waterfowl 
 
Nov. 26/Jan. 7 
 
 
 
Quota 3 parties per hunt (3 persons per party). Apply by Oct. 15 by letter to Region 5. 
 
512 River Creek WMA 
 
Waterfowl 
 
Dec. 17/Jan. 7 
 
 
 
Quota 3 parties per hunt (3 persons per party). Sign-In. Apply by Dec. 1 by letter to Region 5. 
 
601 Beaverdam WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Sept. 24-30 
 
Sign-In 
 
602 Big Hammock WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Nov. 25-27 
 
Sign-In 
 
603 Bullard Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Nov. 4-6 
 
Sign-In 
 
608 Grand Bay WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Sept. 24-25 
 
Sign-In 
 
609 Horse Creek WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 8-9 
 
Sign-In. 
 
615 River Bend WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 29-30 
 
Check-In 
 
614 Paradise PFA 
 
Dove 
 
Sept. 3 
 
Sign-In 
 
6 611 Moody Forest NA 
 
Squirrel Dec. 16-17/Dec. 23-24 
 
Sign-In at E. River Rd kiosk. 
 
608 Grand Bay WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 1/ Apr. 7-8 
 
Sign-In. Only child may hunt. 
 
611 Moody Forest NA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 24-25 
 
Sign-In. 
 
605 Dodge PFA 
 
Quail 
 
Dec. 10/Jan. 14 
 
 
 
Quota 1 party (1 adult/2 children) per hunt. Apply Oct. 1-15 to region 6. Sign-In. 
 
606 Evans County PFA 
 
Waterfowl Nov. 26/Dec. 10 
 
 
 
Quota 3 parties per hunt (3 persons per party). Apply by Oct. 14 by letter. See listing for instructions. 
 
703 Clayhole Swamp WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Sept. 16-18 
 
Check-In 
 
704 Griffin Ridge WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Nov. 4-6 
 
Check-In 
 
706 Ossabaw Island WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Nov. 24-26 
 
 Quota 75. Check-In. Apply by Sept. 15 by letter to Region 7. 
 
7 
 
707 Paulks Pasture WMA 708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 
 
Deer Deer 
 
Sept. 16-18 Sept. 23-25 
 
Check-In Check-In 
 
712 Sansavilla WMA 
 
Deer 
 
Sept. 23-25 
 
Check-In 
 
701 Altamaha WMA - Butler Refuge 
 
Rabbit 
 
Jan. 21-22 
 
704 Griffin Ridge WMA 
 
Turkey 
 
Mar. 24-25 
 
 Quota 25. Check-In. Apply by Feb. 1 by letter to Region 7. 
 
-- Cumberland Island NS 
 
Deer 
 
Dec. 18-20 
 
 Application instructions on page 39. 
 
-- Savannah NWR 
 
Deer 
 
Oct. 1-31 
 
Designated areas only. Free permit required. Instructions on page 39. 
 
-- Eufaula NWR 
 
Waterfowl Check with Refuge 
 
 Application instructions on page 39. 
 
-- Savannah NWR 
 
Waterfowl Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10 
 
 Application instructions on page 39. 
 
Region 1 (706) 295-6041 
 
Region 2 (770) 535-5700 
 
Region 3 (706) 595-4222 
 
Region 4 (478) 825-6354 
 
Region 5 (229) 430-4254 
 
Region 6 (229) 426-5267 
 
Region 7 (912) 262-3173 
 
Federal Areas 
 
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 specialty hunts on wmas & federal areas 
 
Ladies, Honorary License & Wheelchair Hunts 
 
Information on Wheelchair Hunts at Okefenokee NWR, Piedmont NWR, and Savannah NWR may be found on pages 4260. 
 
Region WMA 
 
Location 
 
101 Allatoona WMA 
 
1 
 
105 Coosawattee-Carter's Lake WMA 107 Crockford-Pigeon Mtn WMA 
 
109 John's Mountain WMA 
 
2 
 
207 Dukes Creek SP 209 Lake Russell WMA 
 
3 
 
303 Clarks Hill WMA 320 R. B. Russell SP 
 
403 Big Lazer Creek WMA 
 
408 Clybel WMA 
 
4 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA 
 
418 Rum Creek WMA 
 
422 West Point WMA 
 
501 Albany Nursery WMA 
 
5 
 
506 Flint River WMA 
 
501 Albany Nursery WMA 
 
6 
 
609 Horse Creek WMA 615 River Bend WMA 
 
Type 
Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Turkey Deer Deer 
 
Ladies 
    
  
 
Honorary License 
 
     
  
  
 
 
Wheelchair 
 
 
    
 
Dates 
Oct. 22-23 Nov. 4-6 Oct. 22-23 Oct. 28-30 Oct. 21-22 Oct. 14-16 Oct. 28-30 Dec. 6-7 Nov. 21-23 Dec. 8-10 Sept. 29-Oct. 1 Oct. 7-8 Oct. 20-22 Nov. 10-13/Dec. 8-11 Oct. 21-23 Mar. 31-Apr. 1/Apr. 14-15/Apr. 28-29 Oct. 8-9 Oct. 1-2 
 
Feral Hog Hunts 
 
No dogs allowed on feral hog hunts unless specified otherwise. Hunters must wear 500 in2 of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist unless specified otherwise. Hogs may not be removed alive. 
 
Region WMA 
 
Location 
 
104 Cohutta WMA 
 
1 
 
113 Pine Log WMA 113 Pine Log WMA 
 
115 Rich Mountain WMA 
 
502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 
 
5 
 
505 Elmodel WMA 506 Flint River WMA 
 
507 Hannahatchee WMA 
 
701 
 
Altamaha WMA - Buffalo Swamp & Lewis Island 
 
703 Clayhole Swamp WMA 
 
706 Ossabaw Island WMA 
 
7 
 
707 Paulks Pasture WMA 
 
708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 
 
710 Richmond Hill WMA 
 
712 Sansavilla WMA 
 
713 Sapelo Island WMA 
 
714 Townsend WMA 
 
Dates 
Mar. 3-9 Aug. 12-14/Jan. 13-15 Feb. 11-12 Aug. 15-21 Aug. 2-7/Mar. 6-11/May 22-27/June 5-10/June 19-24 Aug. 6-7/Mar. 10-11/May 26-27/June 16-17/July 7-8 Aug. 2-7/Mar. 6-11//May 29-June 3/June 19-24/July Aug. 2-7/Mar. 6-11/May 22-27/June 5-10/June 26-July 1 
Mar. 1-15/May 19-June 3 
Mar. 1-15 
Jan. 19-21/Feb. 23-25 
Mar. 1-15 Mar. 1-15 Mar. 1-15 Mar. 1-15 Mar. 1-May 15 Mar. 1-10 
 
Quota 
 
 
Instructions 
Sign-In. Sign-In. Quota 5 parties. Dogs may be used. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Only islands west of Butler & Champney. Dogs may be used. Sign-In. Quota 100. Maximum 5 persons per party. Check-In. Apply by Dec. 1 by letter to Region 7. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Sign-In. Dogs may be used. 
 
Dog Training Areas 
 
Review specific area listing for seasons and restrictions. Furbearer training is outside of take season. 
 
Region WMA# 
 
Location 
 
Bird 
 
101 Allatoona WMA 
 
 
 
103 Berry College WMA 
 
 
 
106 Coosawattee WMA 
 
 
 
1 
 
107 Crockford-Pigeon Mtn WMA 108 J.L. Lester WMA 
 
  
 
111 Otting WMA 
 
112 Paulding Forest WMA 
 
 
 
118 Sheffield WMA 
 
2 
 
208 Hart County WMA 
 
 
 
301 Alexander WMA 
 
 
 
306 Elbert County WMA 
 
307 Fishing Creek WMA 
 
308 Germany Creek WMA 
 
311 Keg Creek WMA 
 
3 
 
312 Lower Broad River WMA 
 
314 Mead Farm WMA 
 
 
 
318 Redlands WMA 
 
321 Soap Creek WMA 
 
323 Walton Public Dove Field WMA  
 
324 Yuchi WMA 
 
411 Fall Line - Sandhills WMA 
 
 
 
412 Flat Creek State Park 
 
 
 
413 Joe Kurz WMA 
 
 
 
4 
 
416 
 
Ocmulgee WMAGum Swamp Creek Tract 
 
 
 
420 Sprewell Bluff NA 
 
422 West Point WMA 
 
423 West Point - Dixie Creek Tract  
 
501 Albany Nursery WMA 
 
 
 
5 
 
502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 505 Elmodel WMA 
 
 
 
508 Lake Seminole WMA 
 
6 
 
601 Beaverdam WMA 609 Horse Creek WMA 
 
  
 
705 Little Satilla WMA 
 
708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 
 
 
 
7 
 
710 Richmond Hill WMA 
 
 
 
711 Rogers WMA 
 
713 Sapelo Island WMA 
 
Rabbit 
     
 
 
Furbearer 
     
 
     
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
   
 
Coyote Hunts 
 
Region 
1 1 1 1 
 
WMA# 
107 108 112 113 
 
Location 
Crockford Pigeon Mtn WMA 
J.L.Lester WMA 
Paulding Forest WMA 
Pine Log WMA 
 
Dates 
Mar. 1-22 Mar. 5-22 Mar. 1-22 Mar. 1-22 
 
Instructions 
Sign-In. Small game weapons only. Sign-In. Small game weapons only. Sign-In. Small game weapons only. Sign-In. Small game weapons only. 
 
Georgia's License System Faster, Friendlier, Easier 
Purchase Hunting and Fishing Licenses 
 Online: gohuntgeorgia.com or active.com/outdoors  Phone: 1.800.366.2661  Participating License Vendors 
Boat Registrations 
 Online: goboatgeorgia.com  Phone: 1-800-366-2661  Mail-in: Print application from website 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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 shooting ranges on wmas & federal areas 
 
DNR provides archery and rearms shooting range opportunities around the state. GORP fees may apply. See page 32 for details. Hours and days of operation vary. Range rules are posted at all ranges. Hearing and eye protection are required at all rearms ranges. Clay targets are prohibited. Most ranges are not sta ed. Use ranges at your own risk. Please visit gohuntgeorgia.com or call the appropriate Game Management o ce for hours, complete rules, and speci c range information. 
WMAs WITH ARCHERY RANGES 
 
Region 
1 2 3 
4 
 
WMA# 
108 115 117 212 303 313 316 315 323 408 412 415 
 
DNR Archery Ranges 
J. L. Lester WMA Rich Mountain WMA -- Cartecay Tract Rocky Mountain PFA Tallulah Gorge State Park Clarks Hill WMA McDuffie PFA Panola Mountain State Park Oconee WMA Walton Public Dove Field Clybel WMA Flat Creek PFA Ocmulgee WMA 
 
GORP Required 
  
 
   
 
WMAs WITH FIREARMS SHOOTING RANGES 
 
For directions and additional range information visit www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Region WMA# 
 
Location 
 
104 Cohutta WMA 
 
1 
 
109 John's Mountain WMA 
 
2 
 
215 Wilson Shoals WMA 
 
3 
 
324 Yuchi WMA 
 
403 Big Lazer Creek WMA 
 
408 Clybel WMA 
 
4 
 
415 Ocmulgee WMA 
 
422 West Point WMA 
 
502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 
 
5 
 
507 Hannahatchee WMA 
 
510 Mayhaw WMA 
 
601 Beaverdam WMA 
 
6 
 
602 Big Hammock WMA 603 Bullard Creek WMA 
 
604 Dixon Memorial WMA 
 
7 
 
710 Richmond Hill WMA 
 
Range Hours 
Sunrise to sunset daily. $5.00 parking fee. May 1Aug. 31: 9:00 a.m.8:00 p.m. Sept. 1April 30: 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED $5.00 parking fee. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. or sunset, whichever is earliest Tuesday: 12:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. or sunset, whichever is earliest Sunday: 12:00 p.m.5:00 p.m. TuesdaySunday: 10:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. Mondays: CLOSED MondaySunday: sunrise to sunset TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Sunday& Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Monday: CLOSED MondaySaturday: 9:00 a.m. to sunset Sunday: 12:00 p.m.  sunset TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySunday: sunrise to sunset Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySunday: sunrise to sunset Monday: CLOSED Daylight hours Daylight hours Daylight hours Daylight hours Sept. 16March 15: 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. March 16Sept. 15: 9:00 a.m.8:00 p.m. Tuesday: CLOSED 
 
GORP Required 
 
      
     
 
Game Management Regional Offices 
Northwest Regional Office (Region 1) 2592 Floyd Springs Rd. Armuchee, GA 30105 (706) 295-6041 
Northeast Regional Office (Region 2) 2150 Dawsonville Hwy. Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 535-5700 
East Central Regional Office (Region 3) 142 Bob Kirk Rd. NW Thomson, GA 30824 (706) 595-4222 
West Central Regional Office (Region 4) 1014 MLK Blvd. Fort Valley, GA 31030 (478) 825-6354 
Southwest Regional Office (Region 5) 2024 Newton Rd. Albany, GA 31701 (229) 430-4256 
South Central Regional Office (Region 6) 1773-A Bowens Mill Hwy. Fitzgerald, GA 31750 (229) 426-5267 
Coastal Regional Office (Region 7) 1 Conservation Way Brunswick, GA 31520 (912) 262-3173 
 
Can You Handle the Challenge? 
The Hunter Education Skills Challenge offers participants an opportunity to advance their outdoor education skills through competition. The program includes events that simulate realistic conditions in order to reinforce and test a young hunter's skills. 
Who Can Compete? 
This program is open to any youth age 18 years old or younger that has completed their hunter education course. Competitions include two divisions: Junior (age 14 and younger) and Senior (age 1518). 
How Does it Work? 
Youth compete first in a local Challenge. Each Challenge is an organized competition containing up to six components (archery, air rifle, safety trail challenge, orienteering, wildlife identification and responsibility exam). Participants earn points at each component with a maximum score of 500. The top 10 scoring participants are eligible for the State Challenge (scheduled for January 15, 2011). For more information--such as practice tests or local Challenge locations--visit www.georgiawildlife.com and select "Education" and "Shooting Sports." 
This program is made possible through Wildlife Restoration funds and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. 
 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 SPECIALTY WMA QUOTA HUNT INSTRUCTIONS Specialty WMA Quota Hunt applications are not available through the online application system. ese include: Adult/Child Quota hunts, dog deer quota hunts, quail quota hunts, rabbit quota hunts, feral hog quota hunts, and some dove and waterfowl quota hunts. 
ese hunts require that applications be submitted by mail. Applications must be sent to the Game Management region o ce responsible for the WMA where the hunt is to be held. Application periods and deadlines are listed next to the respective hunts in the WMA section of this publication. Applications should include: full name, address, phone number, and SSN for each member of the party. Adult/Child applications must include the DOB for each child. If there are multiple hunt dates, then list hunt dates in priority order. A separate application is required for each hunt. e responsible region may be determined by looking at the heading for the area where the hunt is to be held in the Georgia Public Hunting Opportunities section of this publication. 
APPLICATIONS MUST BE ADDRESSED IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER: 
EXAMPLE: 
River Creek Adult/Child Dove Hunt..............................NAME OF HUNT Region 5 Game Management ...... REGION OFFICE RESPONSIBLE FOR HUNT 2024 Newton Rd. Albany, GA 31701 ....... ADDRESS FOR REGION OFFICE WHERE HUNT IS HELD 
(See the region office addresses listed to the left.) 
 
quota instructions 
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Visit WMAHUNTER.COM to get the information that you need to take full advantage of this 
resource. Sign up for our monthly newsletter to receive up-to-date news and reports that will 
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THIS PROGRAM IS MADE POSSIBLE BY AN EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN J.F.GRIFFIN PUBLISHING AND THE GEORGIA DNR, WILDLIFE RESOURCES DIVISION. 
 
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 20112012 quota hunts 
 
The hunt numbers within the following tables correspond to the Hunt Choices provided in the Quota Hunt Application Dropdown Menus at gohuntgeorgia.com. Selection odds for alligator, deer, turkey, and waterfowl quota hunts are available at gohuntgeorgia.com. 
 
20112012 Turkey Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Feb. 15 
 
20112012 Waterfowl Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Oct. 15 
 
Region No. 
 
WMA 
 
Date 
 
Quota 
 
4 01 Big Lazer Creek 4 02 Big Lazer Creek 4 03 Big Lazer Creek 4 04 Blanton Creek 4 05 Blanton Creek 4 06 Blanton Creek 5 07 Chickasawhatchee 5 08 Chickasawhatchee 4 09 Clybel 4 10 Clybel 3 11 Di-Lane 3 12 Di-Lane 2 13 Dukes Creek 2 14 Dukes Creek 2 15 Dukes Creek 7 16 Griffin Ridge 7 17 Griffin Ridge 7 18 Griffin Ridge 4 19 Joe Kurz 4 20 Joe Kurz 4 21 Joe Kurz 1 22 Johns Mountain 1 23 Johns Mountain 3 24 Oconee 3 25 Oconee 6 26 River Bend 6 27 River Bend 5 28 River Creek 4 29 Rum Creek 4 30 Rum Creek 5 31 Silver Lake 2 32 Wilson Shoals 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
50 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
50 
 
Apr. 7-13 
 
50 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
35 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
35 
 
Apr. 7-13 
 
35 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
50 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
50 
 
Apr. 21-27 
 
25 
 
May 2-8 
 
25 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
30 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
30 
 
Mar. 30-Apr. 1 20 
 
Apr. 13-15 
 
20 
 
Apr. 27-29 
 
20 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
25 
 
Apr. 14-20 
 
25 
 
Apr. 28-May 4 
 
25 
 
Mar. 24-Apr. 1 25 
 
Apr. 7-15 
 
25 
 
Apr. 21-29 
 
25 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
75 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
75 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
30 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 30 
 
Mar. 24-30 
 
15 
 
Mar. 31-Apr. 6 
 
15 
 
Apr. 13-15 
 
5 
 
Apr. 21-27 
 
25 
 
May 2-8 
 
25 
 
Mar. 24-Apr. 1 35 
 
Mar. 24-31 
 
15 
 
This information corresponds to the Hunt Choices provided in the online Turkey Quota Hunt Application dropdown menu at gohuntgeorgia.com. Hunters applying for WMA turkey quota hunts may apply as a party for a maximum party size of three. 
 
Region No. 
 
WMA 
 
7 01 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 02 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 03 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 04 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 05 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 06 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 07 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 08 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 09 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
7 10 Altamaha - Butler Island 
 
3 11 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 12 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 13 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 14 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 15 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 16 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 17 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
3 18 Oconee - Dan Denton 
 
Date 
Nov. 19 Nov. 26 Dec. 10 Dec. 17 Dec. 24 Dec. 31 Jan. 7 Jan. 14 Jan. 21 Jan. 28 Dec. 10 Dec. 17 Dec. 24 Dec. 31 Jan. 7 Jan. 14 Jan. 21 Jan. 28 
 
Quota 
20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 
 
This information corresponds to the Hunt Choices provided in the online Waterfowl Quota Hunt Application dropdown menu at gohuntgeorgia.com. Selection odds for alligator, deer, turkey, and waterfowl quota hunts are available at gohuntgeorgia.com. 
 
Hunters selected for waterfowl quota hunts may bring up to two additional hunters for a maximum party size of three. 
 
Waterfowl quota hunt dates are subject to US Fish & Wildlife approval. 
 
If the dates you choose change, your application will automatically be changed to the closest available date for that particular WMA 
 
30 Minutes 
of daylight left 
5 Miles 
still to go 
 
No problem. 
 
Always be prepared with a 4Sevens Quark series flashlight. Maximum outputs of over 200 lumens, and low-mode runtimes of up to 50 days. 
www.4Sevens.com/quark 
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20112012 Hunting Seasons & Regulations 
 
 20112012 quota hunts 
 
20112012 Deer Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Sept. 1 
 
Region No. 
 
WMA 
 
Type 
 
4 01 B.F. Grant 4 02 B.F. Grant 1 03 Berry College 1 04 Berry College 
 
Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless Either Sex Last 2 Days 
Either Sex 
 
4 05 Blanton Creek 4 06 Blanton Creek 4 07 Blanton Creek 5 08 Chickasawhatchee 
 
Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless Either Sex Last 2 Days 
 
5 09 Chickasawhatchee 4 10 Clybel 4 11 Clybel 1 12 Coosawattee 
 
Either Sex Last 2 Days Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex 
 
1 13 Coosawattee 3 14 Di-Lane 3 15 Di-Lane 5 16 Flint River 5 17 Flint River 
 
Either Sex Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless 
 
7 18 Griffin Ridge (PW) 7 19 Griffin Ridge 7 20 Griffin Ridge 4 21 Joe Kurz 
4 22 Joe Kurz 7 23 Ossabaw 
 
Either Sex 
Either Sex 
Either Sex Quality Buck/Antlerless 
Last Day Quality Buck/Antlerless 
Last Day Either Sex 
 
7 24 Ossabaw (A) 7 25 Ossabaw (PW) 7 26 Ossabaw 1 27 Pine Log 
 
Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Last Day 
 
5 28 River Creek 5 29 River Creek 4 30 Rum Creek 4 31 Rum Creek 7 32 Sapelo (PW) 
 
Quality Buck/Antlerless Quality Buck/Antlerless 
Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex 
 
7 33 Sapelo 7 34 Sapelo (A) 7 35 Sapelo 7 36 Sapelo (A) 
 
Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex 
 
5 37 Silver Lake 5 38 Silver Lake 
 
Either Sex Either Sex 
 
PW = Primitive Weapons; A = Archery 
 
Date 
Nov. 3-5 Dec. 1-3 Nov. 2-5 Nov. 30-Dec. 3 Nov. 3-5 Nov. 17-19 Dec. 8-9 Dec. 1-3 Dec. 15-17 Oct. 27-29 Nov. 17-19 Nov. 10-12 Dec. 15-17 Oct. 12-15 Oct. 26-29 Nov. 3-5 Nov. 17-19 Oct. 6-8 Nov. 17-19 Dec. 8-10 
Oct. 27-29 
Nov. 10-12 
Oct. 6-8 Oct. 20-22 Nov. 3-5 Dec. 8-10 Nov. 16-19 Nov. 16-19 Dec. 7-10 Nov. 3-5 Nov. 17-19 Oct. 6-8 Oct. 20-22 Nov. 3-5 Nov. 17-19 
Dec. 1-3 Nov. 2-5 Dec. 28-31 
 
Quota 
 
400 400 
 
800-223-0900 
 
1,000 www.precisionreloading.com 
 
1,000 
 
200 200 200 
 
CaFtarleoeg! 
 
350 
 
350 
 
150 
 
150 
 
400 
 
400 400 
 
Reloading Supplies 
 
400 
 
35 
 
35 100 
 
CUSTOM OUTDOORS OF GEORGIA 
 
100 
 
100 
 
DEERSTANDS 
 
Available in 
 
100 
 
5', 10', 13', 15' & 20' 
 
100 
 
ONE MAN OR TWO MAN 
 
100 
 
100 
 
100 
 
100 
 
750 
 
30 
 
30 
 
200 
 
200 
 
125 125 
 
229-769-5339 
 
125 
 
584 Davis Road  Norman Park, GA  31771 
 
125 
 
Dealer Inquiries Welcomed 
 
125 
 
160 
 
160 
 
20112012 State Park Deer Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Sept. 1 
 
Region No. 
 
State Park 
 
4 01 Chattahooche Bend 
 
4 02 F. D. Roosevelt 
 
3 03 Hard Labor Creek 
 
3 04 Panola Mountain State Park 
 
3 05 R. B. Russell 
 
1 06 Red Top Mountain 
 
2 07 Tugaloo (A) 
 
A = Archery 
 
Type 
Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex 
 
Date 
Dec. 14-15 Dec. 6-7 Nov. 8-9 Nov. 15-16 Dec. 6-7 Nov. 29-30 Dec. 3-4 
 
Quota 
75 150 250 40 60 40 25 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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 wildlife management area locator 
The numbers on this map correspond with the alphabetical listing by region of Georgia Public Hunting Opportunities on the following pages. Maps for all WMAs are available to view, print or download free of charge at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. 
 
Region 1 (706) 295-6041 
 
Region 2 (770) 535-5700 
 
Region 3 (706) 595-4222 (770) 918-6416 
 
Region 4 (478) 825-6354 
 
Region 5 (229) 430-4254 
 
Region 6 (229) 426-5267 
 
Region 7 (912) 262-3173 
 
104 
 
211 
 
214 
 
119 107 109 
 
111 
 
102 
 
117 
 
103 
 
104 115 106 116 
105 
 
205 201 
 
203 
 
204 207 
 
212 209 
 
113 101 
 
206 110 
 
210 215 
 
118 114 
 
213 202 
 
108 112 
 
208 320 
306 312 307 321 
 
N 
 
W 
 
E 
 
S 
 
316 407 
 
422 413 
 
410 404 421 
 
420 403 411 511 
 
323 309 318 
 
408 401 
 
315 
 
308 311 
303 317 
313 
 
405 
402 418 
 
409 
 
601 610 
 
415 
 
412 417 414 416 
 
615 
 
314 
 
304 301 324 
 
305 310 
 
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LEGEND 
S Sign-in C Check-in 
 
DIRECTIONS From Rome Take U.S. HWY 27 north 9 miles to GA HWY 156; turn right (east) and go 2.3 miles to Floyd Springs Rd; turn left and go 2 miles to area. 
 
Adult/Child Hunt Q Quota Hunt a Archery Only Area 
 
103 
Q BERRY COLLEGE WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 31, 
 
Nov. 6-11 S. Firearms Q Buck Only Either 
 
Sex Deer Last Two Days: Nov. 2-5; Quota 
 
1,000 C; Q Either Sex: Nov. 30-Dec. 3; 
 
Quota 1,000 C; Q Adult/Child/Ei- 
 
ther Sex: Jan. 14-15; Apply by Nov. 15; see 
 
quota hunt application instructions (page 
 
39); Quota 750 C. 
 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 31, Nov. 6-11 
 
S. Firearms Q Nov. 2-5; Quota 1,000 C; 
 
Q Nov. 30-Dec. 3; Quota 1,000 C. 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Oct. 31, Nov. 6-28, 
 
REGION 1 
 
Dec. 4-Jan. 12, Jan. 16-Feb. 29. No fur- 
 
bearer season. Pigeons and pen-raised quail 
 
101 
 
may be used for training pointing, ushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas (see 
 
Q ALLATOONA WMA 
 
page 18). Rabbit dogs may be used on the 
 
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bird dog training area. Bird dog training 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10Oct. 21 area open only from Aug. 1-Oct. 31, Nov. 
 
S; Firearms Adult/Child, Honorary 6-28, Dec. 4-Jan. 12, Jan. 16-Feb. 29. No 
 
License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 22-23 S. furbearer season. 
 
General Hunt: Oct. 24-Dec. 4, Dec. 26- DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24- 
 
Jan. 1 S. 
 
Jan. 7. 
 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10Oct. 21 S. Firearms SPECIAL REGS ere is no open season for 
 
Adult/Child, Honorary License Holders the taking of any wildlife on Berry College 
 
& Ladies: Oct. 22-23 S. General Hunt: Refuge. Firearms and archery equipment 
 
Oct. 24-Dec. 4 S. 
 
are prohibited on refuge. Hunters may not 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24May 15 S. 
 
use the main campus for gaining access. 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15Sept. 9, Dec. 525, Horse, bicycle and foot trails and areas are 
 
Jan. 2Feb. 29. Pigeons and pen-raised closed all day during deer rearms season 
 
quail may be used for training pointing, and before 10:00 a.m. during deer archery 
 
ushing and retrieving dogs in designated and turkey season. ATVs prohibited. Only 
 
areas Aug. 1Oct. 15, Dec. 625, Jan. 2 child may hunt on Adult/Child deer hunt. 
 
Mar. 19. Rabbit dogs may be used on the DIRECTIONS From Rome Take U.S. 27 north 
 
bird dog training area. 
 
to jct. of Old Summerville Rd.; turn left on 
 
DOVE Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24Jan. 7. Old Summerville Rd. and go 1.5 miles to 
 
WATERFOWL State season except closed Oct. jct. with CCC Rd. at check station. 
 
104 22-23. 
SPECIAL REGS No rearms allowed in U.S. 
 
Corps of Engineers developed campsites. Q COHUTTA WMA 
 
Horse and bicycle facilities are closed all .+!*%(VXgZh,%+#'.*#+%)& 
 
day Oct. 22-23 and before 10:00 a.m. EST during all other deer and turkey seasons. ATVs prohibited. No camping. DIRECTIONS From Cartersville Take HWY 20 east from I-75, 5.5 miles to check station. 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 17-21 S. Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 13-16, Nov. 30-Dec. 4 C. 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 17-21 S. Firearms Oct. 13-16, Nov. 30-Dec. 4 C. 
 
102 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-Nov. 
 
Q ARROWHEAD WMA 
 
28, Dec. 5-Feb. 29. 
 
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FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunt: 
 
DEER Archery Dec. 24-Jan. 1 S. BEAR Archery Dec. 24-Jan. 1 S. 
 
Mar. 3-9; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed S. 
 
SMALL GAME Sept. 3-4, Oct. 15-16, Nov. 24- DIRECTIONS From Ellijay Take HWY 52 
 
27, Jan. 14-16. 
 
west 9.2 miles; turn right at Conasauga 
 
WATERFOWL Adult/Child (only child can Lake sign; go 3.5 miles; turn right on USFS 
 
hunt): Dec. 17 and Jan. 7 S. Shooting Road #68, go 2.0 miles to check station. 
 
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107 From Chatsworth Take U.S. HWY 411 
North to Eton; turn right at traffic light and follow Holly Creek Rd. 11.6 miles to  Crockford-Pigeon 
 
26-Dec. 23, Jan. 6-Feb. 29 except during scheduled field trials. Field trial schedule is posted at check station or call (706) 295- 
 
check station. From Cisco Take GA HWY Mountain WMA 
 
6041. Coyote: Mar. 5-22 S. Small game 
 
2; go 3 miles to jct. with West Cowpen Rd.; 19,951 acres  706.295.6041 
 
weapons only. 
 
check station at jct. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 20, Dove Adult/Child: Sept. 3, 10, 17. 
 
105 
 
Oct. 24-Nov. 8 S. Firearms Adult/ Waterfowl State season except during field Child, Honorary License Holders & La- trials and deer hunts. 
 
 Coosawattee Carter's 
Lake WMA 
3,300 acres  706.295.6041 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21, Nov. 7-Jan. 1 S. Firearms Q Wheelchair 
109 Hunters Only/Either Sex: Nov. 4-6; Quota 
40 C. Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21, Nov. 7-Jan. 1 
S. Firearms Q Wheelchair Hunters Only: Nov. 4-6; Quota 40 C. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-Nov. 2 , Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Waterfowl State waterfowl season. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Quota hunters must apply by letter to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, P.O. Box 96, Oakman, GA 30732 between Aug. 15 and Sept. 10. Directions From Chatsworth Go 11 miles south on old U.S. 411; turn left at Carters Lake Powerhouse sign; go 1 mile to check station. From Ellijay Take HWY 282 west to old U.S. 411; go south 3.8 miles; turn left at Carters Lake Powerhouse sign; go 1 mile to check station. 
106  Coosawattee WMA 
 
dies/Either Sex: Oct. 22-23 C; Buck Only Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 10-12; Dec. 7-10 C. Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 20, Oct. 24Nov. 8 S. Firearms Adult/Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies Only Oct. 22-23 C; Nov. 10-12; Dec. 7-10 C. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 20, Oct. 24-Nov. 8, Nov. 13-Dec. 5, Dec. 11-Feb. 29. Limit 3 rabbits/person. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas (see page 18). Rabbit dogs may be used on the bird dog training area. Bird dog training area open only from Aug. 1-Oct. 20, Oct. 24-Nov. 8, Nov. 13-Dec. 5, Dec. 11-Mar. 19. Special Coyote Hunt: Mar. 1-22 S. Small game weapons only. Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17 ,Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24Dec. 5, Dec. 11-Jan. 7. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Horse, bicycle, caving, hiking, rock climbing, parasailing and hang-gliding trails and areas are closed all day during firearms deer seasons. Additionally, horse and bicycle trails and areas are closed before 10:00 a.m. during archery deer and turkey season. Firearms restrictions apply to certain portions of 
 
Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Directions From Cedartown South of Ce- 
dartown at jct. of Bus. U.S. 27 and U.S. 27, go north  mile on U.S. 27 to Cason Rd.; turn right and go 4.3 miles to check station. 
 John's Mountain WMA 
24,849 acres  706.295.6041 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Adult/Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies/Either Sex: Oct. 28-30 C; Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Two Days: Nov. 22-26 C. 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Adult/Child, Honorary License Holders 
& Ladies: Oct. 28-30 C; General Hunt: Nov. 22-26 C. Turkey Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; Quota 75 S; General Hunt: Apr. 7-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-26, Oct. 31-Nov. 20, Nov. 27-Feb. 29. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Directions From Calhoun Take HWY 136C north 6 miles to Sugar Valley; turn left and go 6 miles to Lake Marvin; check station is at The Pocket. 
 
5,936 acres  706.295.6041 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 19, S. Firearms Adult/Child/Either Sex: Oct. 21-23 C; Q Either Sex: Nov. 10-12, Dec. 15-17; Quota 400 C. 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 19 S. Firearms 
 
WMA. Consult WMA map for specific locations. Directions From Lafayette Take HWY 193 west 2.7 miles to Chamberlain Rd.; turn left and go 3 miles to Rocky Lane Rd.; turn right and go 0.3 mile to check station. 
 
110 
 McGraw Ford WMA 
2,255 acres  706.295.6041 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 S. 
 
108 Adult/Child: Oct. 21-23 C; Q Nov. 10- 
12, Dec. 15-17; Quota 400 C. 
 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 S. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
 J.L. Lester WMA 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 24-Nov. 477 acres  706.295.6041 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Dec. 5-25, Jan. 
 
111 8, Nov. 13-Dec. 13, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. Pi- 
geons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas (see page 18). Rabbit dogs may be used on the bird dog training area. Bird dog training area open only from Aug. 1-Oct. 19, Oct. 24-Nov. 8, Nov. 13Dec. 13, Dec. 18-Mar. 19. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Only child may hunt on Adult/Child deer hunt. Directions From Chatsworth Hunters must Sign-In/Check-In and Sign-Out/ Check-Out harvested big game at the Coosawattee Carter's Lake Archery Area check station (see below). 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Nov. 20-26, Dec. 24-Jan. 5 S. Firearms Q Adult/Child/ Either Sex: Oct. 8-9, Jan. 14-15; Quota 20 C. Apply by Sept. 10. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Q Rabbit Hunts: Jan. 7, Feb. 
26; Quota 5 parties. Maximum of 3 hunters/party. Limit 3 rabbits/person and 9 rabbits/party. Q Quail Hunts: Jan. 8, Feb. 25; Quota 7 parties. Maximum of 2 hunters/ party. Limit 6 quail/person and 12 quail/ party. Apply by Oct. 15 for rabbit and quail hunts. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). Pigeons and pen-reared quail may used for training pointing, flushing 
 
2-Feb. 29. Dove Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. Special Regs Horse and bicycle trails and ar- 
eas are closed before 10:00 a.m. during deer, bear, and turkey seasons. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Ballground From jct. of Bus. HWY 5 and HWY 372 travel 2.1 miles east to Sign-In on right across from intersection with Conns Creek Rd. 
 Otting Tract WMA 
700 acres  706.295.6041 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 25-Jan. 1 S. 
 
and retrieving dogs in designated areas Bear Archery Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 25-Jan. 
 
(see page 18). Rabbit dogs may be used on 1 S. the bird dog training area. Training Sea- Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
son: Aug. 1-Oct. 6, Oct. 10-Nov. 19, Nov. 
 
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114 SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Dec. 5-24, Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training allowed 
 
117 
 
(see page 34). 
 
Q RED TOP MOUNTAIN STATE Q ROCKY MOUNTAIN 
 
DIRECTIONS From Cloudland Take HWY PARK 
 
RECREATION & PFA 
 
157 north 2.1 miles. e property is north &!,,+VXgZh,,%#.,*#%%** 
 
(!%%%VXgZh,%+#-%'#*%-, 
 
of HWY 157. 
 
DEER Firearms Q Either Sex: Nov. 29-30; DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
 
112 
 
Quota 40 C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & TURKEY Archery Only: Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
coyotes may be taken; no limit. 
 
SMALL GAME Archery Only: Aug. 15-Feb. 29. 
 
Q PAULDING FOREST WMA 
'*!,%,VXgZh,%+#'.*#+%)& 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 13 S. Firearms Adult/Child/Either Sex: Oct. 14-16 C. Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 17-20 C. 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 17-Nov. 
15, Nov. 21-Feb. 29. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, ushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas (see page 18). Rabbit dogs may be used on the bird dog training area. Bird dog 
 
SPECIAL REGS Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 28. Hunt participants will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 ParkPass will be required. Cabins and campsites may be reserved by calling the park o ce at (770) 975-4226. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Nov. 29-30. ATVs prohibited. 
DIRECTIONS From Acworth Take I-75 north to exit 285; turn right on Red Top Mountain Rd.; go 1.5 mi to park entrance. 
 
WATERFOWL Antioch Lake: Statewide season, Mon.-Sat. during January only S; Heath Lake (Angler Haven Dr.): Statewide season S. 
FERAL HOG May be taken during deer hunts only. 
SPECIAL REGS Daily use fee (per vehicle) required for all users. Waterfowl hunters only may use rearms. 
DIRECTIONS From Rome Take U.S. 27 north 10.4 miles; turn left on Sikes Storey Rd.; go 0.4 miles; turn left on Big Texas Valley Rd.; go 5.4 miles to entrance. 
 
115 training area open from Aug. 1-Oct. 12, 
Oct. 17-Nov. 15, Nov. 21-Mar. 19. Coyote: 
 
118 
 
Mar. 1-22 S. Small game weapons only. Q RICH MOUNTAIN WMA 
 
Q SHEFFIELD WMA 
 
SPECIAL REGS ATVs prohibited. Horse & bi- &.!.**VXgZh,%+#'.*#+%)& 
 
(!'..VXgZh,%+#'.*#+%)& 
 
cylce trails and areas, except Silver Comet DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 13 DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4, 
 
Trail, are closed all day during rearms deer S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-20 S. Dec. 26-Jan. 1 S. 
 
hunts and before 10:00 a.m. during archery Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
deer and turkey hunts. Coyote hunting is Two Days: Nov. 15-20 C. 
 
prohibited in bird dog training area. Only BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 13 S. Primitive 
 
child may hunt on Adult/Child deer hunt. Oct. 15-20 S. Firearms Nov. 15-20 C. DIRECTIONS At jct. of U.S. 278 and HWY 61, TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
take U.S. 278 west 7 miles to check station. SMALL GAME Aug. 22-Sept. 9, Oct. 21-Nov. 
 
You Give, They Live. Buy A Tag! 
 
113 
 
13, Nov. 21-Feb. 29. FERAL HOG Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 15-21 Georgia residents who purchase a 
 
Q PINE LOG WMA 
 
S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square wildlife license plate for their vehicle 
 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Q Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 16-19; Quota 750 C; Buck Only: Dec. 7-10 S. 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms 
 
inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. SPECIAL REGS ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Ellijay Take HWY 515 north 7 miles to Co. Road 151; turn right, go 4 miles to Stanley Creek check station. 
 
116 Q Nov. 16-19; Quota 750 C; Dec. 7-10 S. 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-Nov. Q RICH MOUNTAIN WMA - 
 
14, Nov. 20-Dec. 5, Dec. 11-Feb. 29. No CARTECAY TRACT 
 
furbearer season. Coyote: Mar. 1-22 S. '!&)'VXgZh,%+#'.*#+%)& 
 
Small game weapons only. DOVE Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 
Dec. 11-Jan. 7. FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: 
Aug. 12-14, Jan. 13-15 S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. Q Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Feb. 11-12; Quota 5 parties C. SPECIAL REGS Horse and bicycle trails and areas are closed all day during deer rearms season and before 10:00 a.m. during deer archery and turkey season. ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Cartersville Take U.S. 411 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 S. 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 S. 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Dec. 5-25, Jan. 
2-Feb. 29. SPECIAL REGS Horse and bicycle trails and 
areas are closed before 10:00 a.m. during deer, bear, and turkey seasons. No camping. ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Ellijay Take HWY 515 north 7 miles to Co. Road 151; turn right, go 4 miles to Stanley Creek check station. 
 
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Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Dec. 5-25, Jan. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. 
 
5 miles to Mulkey Gap Rd.; turn left and 
 
2-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training allowed Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Dec. 5-Feb. 29. travel 8.5 miles to check station. 
 
(see page 34). 
 
No furbearer season. 
 
206 Directions From Cartersville Take HWY Directions From Danielsville Go north on 
 
61 south 13.2 miles to Braswell Moun- U.S. 29 for 2 miles; turn right on HWY 
 
tain Rd.; turn right; go 2.4 miles to Lee 281; go 4 miles, cross Broad River; go 0.3 
 
Rd.; turn right and proceed 1.2 miles to mile; area is on right. 
 
area. From Dallas Take HWY 61 north 
203 6.2 miles to Braswell Mountain Rd.; turn 
 
left; go 2.4 miles to Lee Rd.; turn right and proceed 1.2 miles to area. 
 
 Chattahoochee WMA 
25,150 acres  770.535.5700 
 
 Dawson Forest WMA 
25,000 acres  770.535.5700 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 10-Oct. 12, Oct. 17-21, Dec. 4-11 S. Firearms Adult/Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 14-16 C; Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 27-29 C; Quality Buck: 
 
119 
 Zahnd WMA 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 Nov. 16-19, Nov. 30-Dec. 3 C. S.  Firearms Buck Only Either Sex Deer Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 12, Oct. 17-21, Last Day: Oct. 26-29, Dec. 7-10 C; Buck Dec. 4-11 S. Firearms Adult/Child: 
 
1,400 acres  706.295.6041 
 
Only: Nov. 19-27 S. 
 
Oct. 14-16 C; Oct. 27-29 C; Nov. 16-19, 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Nov. 30-Dec. 3 C. 
 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
 
Oct. 26-29, Dec. 7-10 C; Nov. 19-27 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-25, 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-24, Oct. 30-Nov. 14, Nov. 20-28, Dec. 4-Feb. 
 
Directions From Cloudland Take HWY Oct. 30-Nov. 18, Nov. 28-Dec. 5, Dec. 29. 
 
157 north 8.2 miles; turn right on Dough- 11-Feb. 29. 
 
Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 17-18, Nov. 24-28, 
 
erty Gap Rd. and go 3.5 miles; Dougherty Directions From Helen Take HWY 75 Dec. 4-Jan. 7. 
 
Gap Rd. becomes West Cove Rd.; Con- north to Robertstown, turn left on Alt. Waterfowl State season during small game 
 
tinue straight for 3.5 miles; Turn left on S. HWY 75; cross bridge; turn right, go 2.8 dates. No hunting on managed waterfowl 
 
Cedar Lane to end of road. 
 
miles to check station. 
 
impoundment behind horse camp. 
 
204 
 
Special Regs Only bucks with 4 or more points (1 inch long or longer) on one side 
 
REGION 2 
201 
 Blue Ridge WMA 
20,900 acres  770.535.5700 
 
 Chestatee WMA 
25,000 acres  770.535.5700 
 
of the antlers are legal. Horse and bicycle trails and areas are closed all day during firearms deer hunts and before 10:00 a.m. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Buck Only Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 2-5 C; Buck Only: Nov. 30-Dec. 3 C; Either Sex: Dec. 29-31 C. 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Nov. 2-5 C; Nov. 30-Dec. 3 C; Dec. 2931 C. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
during archery and turkey seasons. Special rules apply to horse and bicycle use; rules are posted at trailhead. Roads on the City of Atlanta tract are closed to vehicles daily from 10:00 p.m.-6:00 a.m. except for individuals legally camping, hunting, or fishing on the area. Directions From Dawsonville Take GA 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-31, HWY 53 west 6 miles; turn right onto 
 
Nov. 6-28, Dec. 4-27, Jan. 1-Feb. 29. 
 
driveway at kiosk; check station is at top 
 
Directions From Cleveland Take U.S. 129 of hill. 
 
north 10.5 miles to Turner's Corner; turn 
 
207 left on U.S. 19; go 0.5 mile; turn right on 
 
Dick's Creek Rd.; go 1 mile to check station 
 
driveway on left. 
 
 Dukes Creek-Smithgall 
 
205 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 16-21 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 
 
Woods State Park 
4,500 acres  770.535.5700 
 
202 12-15 S. Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 2-5, 23-26 C. Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 16-21 
S. Primitive Oct. 12-15 S. Firearms Nov. 2-5, 23-26 C. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 10, Oct. 22-Oct. 31, Nov. 6-21, Nov. 27-Feb. 29. Directions From Dahlonega Take GA 60 north for 28 miles to jct. with USFS Road #69; turn left and go 1 mile to the check station. 
 Broad River WMA (formerly Broad River Natural Area) 
440 acres  770.535.5700 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4. 
 
 Coopers Creek WMA 
30,000 acres  770.535.5700 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 5, Oct. 9-14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 9-12 C. Firearms Adult/Child/Either Sex: Oct. 7-8 C; Buck Only: Dec. 14-17 C. 
Bear Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 5, Oct. 9-14 S. Primitive Nov. 9-12 C. Firearms Adult/ Child: Oct. 7-8 C; Dec. 14-17 C. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-Nov. 7, 
Nov. 13-Dec. 12, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. Directions From Dahlonega Take GA 
HWY 60 north 26 miles to jct. of Coopers Creek Rd.; turn right and go 0.5 mile to jct. of USFS Road #236; turn left and go 4 miles to jct. of USFS Road #4; turn right and go 0.5 mile to check station. From Blairsville Take Old Blue Ridge HWY west 
 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 16-18, Sept. 30-Oct. 2 S. Primitive Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 2-5 S. Firearms Adult/Child or Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 21-22 S; Quality Buck & Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 16-19, Dec. 7-10 S. 
Bear Archery Sept. 16-18, Sept. 30-Oct. 2 S. Primitive Nov. 2-5 S. Firearms Adult/Child or Honorary License Holders: Oct. 21-22 S; Nov. 16-19, Dec. 7-10 S. 
Turkey Q Mar. 30-Apr. 1, Apr. 13-15, 2729; Quota 20 C. 
Small Game Nov. 25-26, Dec. 2-3, 16-17, 23-24, 30-31, Jan. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 2728, Feb. 3-4. All small game and furbearer hunting (day and night) by reservation only. All hunters must Sign-In and Sign-Out. Maximum 25 hunters per hunt period for 
 
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small game. Maximum 10 hunters per hunt period for furbearers. Reservations must be made beginning Sept. 1 for small game and beginning Dec. 1 for furbearer by calling 
 
210 
Q LULA BRIDGE TRACT 
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DIRECTIONS From Lavonia Take GA-328N/ Gumlog Rd. 4.0 mi. 
214 
 
(706) 878-3087. SPECIAL REGS Only Quality Bucks with at 
least four (4) points (1 inch long or longer) on either side are legal. DIRECTIONS From Helen Take HWY 75 north to Robertstown, turn left on Alt. GA 75; go 2.2 miles, turn left into Smith- 
 
WATERFOWL Statewide Season. DIRECTIONS From Gainesville Take U.S. 
HWY 365 north 7 miles from Exit 24; turn left on GA HWY 52; go 3 miles; cross Chattahoochee River; turn right into boat ramp parking lot. 
 
Q WARWOMAN WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms Buck Only: Dec. 7-10, Jan. 4-7 C. 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms 
 
211 gall Woods at Stone Pillars; follow signs to 
 
check station. 
 
Q SWALLOW CREEK WMA 
 
Special Bear Hunt: Oct. 22-30. Only bear and feral hog may be taken. S; General Hunt: Dec. 7-10, Jan. 4-7 C. 
 
208 
Q HART COUNTY WMA 
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TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 21 SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 31-Dec. 
 
S. Firearms Buck Only: Nov. 16-19, Dec. 5, Dec. 11-Jan. 2, Jan. 8-Feb. 29. 
 
14-17 C. 
 
DIRECTIONS From Clayton Take U.S. 441 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14, BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 21 S. Firearms north; turn right on Warwoman Rd.; go 
 
Dec. 17-24. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15- Nov. 16-19, Dec. 14-17 C. 
 
3.5 miles to Finney Creek Rd.; turn left and 
 
21. Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 22-Nov. 17; TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
go 0.2 miles to check station. 
 
Either Sex: Nov. 18-20. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15. 
 
215 SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22- Nov. 14, Nov. 20-Dec. 12, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 21-Dec. DIRECTIONS From Cleveland Take HWY 
 
16, Dec. 25-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training 75 north 20 miles to GA 180; continue on 
 
allowed(seepage34).Pigeonsandpen-reared HWY 75 for 1 mile and turn left at check 
 
quail may be used to train pointing, ush- station sign. 
 
ing and retrieving dogs in designated area 
 
(see page 18). 
 
212 
 
DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. DIRECTIONS From Hartwell Take HWY 77 
 
Q TALLULAH GORGE STATE 
 
south 1.5 miles; turn left onto Liberty Rd.; PARK 
 
go 4 miles to the end of the pavement at '!+-.VXgZh,%+#,*)#,.-& 
 
Q WILSON SHOALS WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Oct. 1-28, Dec. 10-17 S. Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last ree Days: Oct. 29-Nov. 13 S. 
BEAR Archery Oct. 1-28, Dec. 10-17 S. Firearms Oct. 29-Nov. 13 S. 
TURKEY Q Mar. 24-31; Quota 15 S; Apr. 1-May 15 S. 
 
Cedar Creek; the area lies to the south. DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 30, Nov. 14-Dec. 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 9, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. 
 
209 
 
Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 22-Jan. 1 S; DOVE Q Adult/Child: Sept. 3; Quota 25. 
 
Q LAKE RUSSELL WMA 
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Either Sex: Oct. 29, Nov. 26, Dec. 26 S. BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive 
Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Oct. 22-Dec. 4 S. 
 
Adult/Child dove hunters must call (770) 535-5700 between Aug. 1-15 to apply for permit. A party consists of one adult and 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 16-21 S. Primitive Either Sex: Dec. 29-31 C. Firearms Firearms/Ladies 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers 
may not be hunted during rearms deer 
 
Take A Hunter 
 
& Honorary License Holders Only/Either Sex: Oct. 14-16 C; Adult/Child/Either Sex: Nov. 11-13 C; Buck Only: Nov. 2326 C. 
 
hunts. SPECIAL REGS Mandatory Daily Sign-In. 
ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Tallulah Falls Take U.S. 
 
BEAR Archery Sept. 10-Oct. 11, Oct. 1621 S. Primitive Dec. 29-31 C. Firearms Adult/Child: Nov. 11-13 C; Ladies & 
 
441 north; turn right onto Jane Hurt Yarn Dr.; go  mile past campground, follow WMA signs. 
 
Education Course Today! 
Learn hunting & shooting skills, firearms safety and wildlife 
 
Honorary License Holders Only: Oct. 14- 
 
16 C; Nov. 23-26 C;. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
213 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 10, Oct. 22-Nov. Q TUGALOO STATE PARK 
 
9, Nov. 14-21, Nov. 27-Dec. 27, Jan. 1-Feb. (.(VXgZh,%+#(*+#)(+'a Archery Only Area 
 
conservation. Hunter education develops knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become a safe, responsible hunter. We now offer Hunter Education online as 
 
29. 
 
DEER Archery Q Either Sex: Dec. 3-4; 
 
DIRECTIONS From Gainesville Take HWY Quota 25 C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & 
 
well as in the classroom. 
 
365 north; take Toccoa/Lavonia exit, stay coyotes may be taken; no limit. 
 
Go to: www.gohuntgeorgia.com/ 
 
on HWY 365; go 1.8 miles, turn right on SPECIAL REGS Hunters must attend pre-hunt hunting/education for details and 
 
Rock Rd.; go 0.7 mile, turn left on Dicks meeting at 8:00 p.m. on Dec. 2. Hunt registration. 
 
Hill Pkwy.; go 2.4 miles, turn right on Ay- participants will be charged a $30 nonre- 
 
ersville Rd. by the Milliken plant; go 0.9 fundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a 
 
mile, turn left on Check Station Rd.; go 0.5 $5 ParkPass will be required. Cabins and 
 
mile to check station on left. 
 
campsites may be reserved by calling the 
 
park o ce at (706) 356-4362. Applicable 
 
fees will apply. All other Park facilities will 
 
be closed to the general public Dec. 3-4. 
 
ATVs prohibited. 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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303 up to two children. General Hunt: Sept. 10, 
17, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. 
 
Dove Q Sept. 3; Dove Field 1: Quota 100; Q Adult/Child/Dove Field 2: Quota 
 
Directions From Gainesville Take HWY  Clarks Hill WMA 
 
100 parties. Apply Aug. 1-15; applications 
 
365 north 11 miles; turn right on Mud 12,700 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
must be received by Aug. 15. General Hunt: 
 
Creed Rd.; go 1 mile, turn left; go 0.1 mile, Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-21, Sept. Sept. 10 & 17, Oct. 8, Nov. 24-Dec. 2; Jan. 
 
turn right on Yonah Rd.; go 2.1 miles, area 26-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 1-7, South of Rocky Creek only. Designated 
 
on left. 
 
15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Sept. 23-25 fields only. See quota hunt application in- 
 
C; Nov. 7-27 S; Adult/Child & Honor- structions (page 39). An Adult/Child party 
 
ary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 28-30 consists of one adult and up to two children. 
 
Clarke 
 
S. 
 
Waterfowl Hunting area-wide during state 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
season on dates open for small game 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-26, Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at 
 
Oct. 31-Nov. 6, Nov. 28-Feb. 29 S. 
 
least four (4) points (1 inch long or longer) 
 
Dove Q Sept. 3; Quota 30. Apply Aug. 1-15. on either side are legal. For information on 
 
Applications must be received by Aug. 15. bird dog field trials call (706) 595-4222. 
 
See quota hunt application instructions Bird dog training allowed Oct. 21-23. 
 
(page 39). A self-addressed stamped envelope Directions From Waynesboro Take HWY 
 
REGION 3 
 
must be included to receive permit. Dove 25 South to 4th Street. Turn right on 4th hunting on Sept. 3 for quota permit hold- Street/Herndon Rd. and go 9 miles. Follow 
 
ers only in designated fields only. General signs to check station. 
 
301 
 Alexander WMA 
1,300 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10Jan. 15 S; Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22Nov. 30 S 
Turkey Mar. 24May 15 S 
 
305 Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. 3-18, Nov. 24-Jan. 
7. 
 
Waterfowl State seasons. All waterfowl hunters must possess a WMA license when hunting waters west of HWY 43 bridge. 
Special Regs Areas west of U.S. HWY 78/ GA HWY 17 are open for hunting during statewide seasons only. Camping in desig- 
 
 Dixon Bay WMA 
300 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 12-Jan. 15 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15Feb. 29: Pigeons and nated sites only. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer and 
 
pen-raised quail may be used for training Directions From Thomson Take U.S. 78 alligator hunting prohibited. 
 
pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas. Furbearer dog training 
 
north 10 miles; turn right on Smith Mill Rd. at WMA sign; go 2.5 miles to check 
 
Directions From Sylvania Take E. Ogeechee 2.2 miles to jct. of Buck Creek 
 
allowed (see page 34). 
 
station. 
 
Dove Q Sept. 3: Quota 50; Apply Aug. 115. 
 
and Brannen's Bridge Rd., take Brannen's Bridge Rd. 3.4 miles to jct. of GA HWY 24, 
 
304 Applications must be received by Aug. 15. 
 
Dove hunting on Sept. 3 for quota permit holders only in designated fields only. 
 
 DiLane WMA 
 
continue on Brannen's Bridge Rd. 5.3 miles to stop sign, turn left on Pine Grove Inn Rd. and go 6 miles; turn right on Sweetheart 
 
General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 8,100 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
Rd., go 1.6 miles. Area is on right. 
 
306 24Jan. 7. 
 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: 
 
Special Regs No camping. See page 39 for Sept. 10-Oct. 10 S Firearms Q Quality 
 
302 quota hunt application instructions. 
Directions From Waynesboro Take GA HWY 24 east 6 miles; turn right on Harrison Rd.; go 1.5 miles to Sign-In board. 
 
Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 12-15, Oct. 26-29; Quota 400 C; Nov. 10-12 C Turkey Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; Quota 30 S. Apr. 7-May 15 S Small Game & Furbearers (except quail) Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 16-24, Oct. 30-Nov. 
 
 Elbert County WMA 
2,500 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. Beverly Tract (a designated a Archery Only Area): Sept. 10-Jan. 1. Primitive Ei- 
 
 Big Dukes Pond WMA 
 
8, Nov. 13-Dec. 2, Dec. 4-6, 8-9, 11-13, 15-16, 18-20, 22-27, 29-30, Feb. 1-3, 5-7, 
 
ther Sex: Oct. 15-21. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 1. 
 
1,692 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
9-29. Squirrel hunting area-wide during state season on dates open for small game. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Nov. 30 S. 
 
Other small game and furbearers on area South of Rocky Creek from Jan. 1-31. 
 
training allowed (see page 34). Special Regs No camping. Sign-In required 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
QUAIL Adult/Child: Feb. 4. Q General for deer and turkey only on Vaughter Tract. 
 
Small Game Wed.Sat. during statewide Hunt: Dec. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 28, 31, Feb. Directions From Elberton This WMA 
 
seasons. No furbearer season. Waterfowl Wed. and Sat. only during state 
 
8; Quota: 8 parties per hunt; persons se- consists of 5 separate tracts in Elbert Co. lected may bring up to 2 guests; limit 6 Beverly Tract: Take GA HWY 72 east 5 
 
waterfowl season. Waterfowl hunting al- quail/person, 12 quail/party S. Apply miles; turn north on Pearl Mill Rd.; go 
 
lowed until 12 noon. 
 
between Oct. 1-15; applications must be 1.5 miles to area. Elbert Tract: Take GA 
 
Special Regs Camping, horses and ATVs received by Oct. 15. Hunters including a HWY 72 east 10 miles to Bobby Brown prohibited. Note safety zone on map--ac- non-selection notice from previous applica- State Park Rd.; turn south, area is east of 
 
cess prohibited between Feb. 1 and Jul. 15. Directions From Millen Take HWY 17 
 
tions will receive priority. List hunts dates in order of preference on application. Quail 
 
road. Heardmont Tract: Take GA HWY 72 east 5 miles; turn north on Pearl Mill 
 
North 0.9 miles; turn right on Old Lou- hunters may take wood-cock, snipe, and isville Rd. Go 7.9 miles to entrance on left. other game birds with an open season. See 
 
Rd.; bear right on Heardmont Rd.; turn right on Johnsontown Rd.; follow to area. 
 
quota hunt application instructions (page 39). An Adult/Child party consists of one adult 
 
Pickens Tract: Take GA HWY 77 north 1.5 miles; turn right on Ruckersville Rd.; 
 
and up to two children. 
 
go 10 miles; turn right on Turner Hill 
 
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310 Rd.; continue to entrance sign. Vaughter Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. 
Tract: Take GA HWY 77 north 3 miles Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog 
 
and turn right onto HWY 368; go 3 miles training allowed (see page 34). 
 
 Hiltonia WMA 
 
to Harmony Rd.; turn left and continue to Special Regs No camping. Access by boat 500 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
entrance sign on right. 
 
only. Unauthorized motor vehicles prohib- Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. 
 
307 
 
ited. 
 
Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 12-Jan. 15 S. 
 
Directions From Thomson Access only by Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
 Fishing Creek WMA 
2,900 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
boat (nearest boat ramp is Raysville Bridge on GA HWY 43 approximately 12 miles north of Thomson). The area is to the east 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 
 
of bridge access. 
 
Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 1 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
309 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog  Hard Labor Creek State 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. No furbearer season. 
Directions From Hiltonia Take GA HWY 24 west 2.7 miles to Hurst Church Rd.; turn left and go 0.7 mile to Sandy Church Rd. Take Sandy Ridge Rd. 1.2 miles to Mt. Pleasant Rd. to enter area. 
 
training allowed (see page 34). 
 
Park 
 
Waterfowl Wed. and Sat. only during 5,804 acres  706.557.3001 
 
311 
 
State Season on waterfowl impoundments; Deer Firearms Q Either Sex: Nov. 8-9:  Keg Creek WMA 
 
Shooting hours until 12 noon. 
 
Quota 250 C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs 800 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
Directions From Washington Take HWY & coyotes may be taken; no limit. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
 
44 East 12.8 miles to O'Hara-Standard Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Rd.; turn right; at end turn left on Jones meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 7. Hunt Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog 
 
Chapel and continue to area. To Waterfowl participants will be charged a $30 nonre- training allowed (see page 34). 
 
Area from Lincolnton Take HWY 79 eight fundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a Special Regs No camping. 
 
miles to Midway Church Rd. and turn left. $5 ParkPass will be required. Cabins and Directions From Pollards Corner Take 
 
Go 1.5 miles to sign on right. 
 
campsites may be reserved by calling the HWY 47 west 2 miles. Area is on left side 
 
308 
 
park office at (706) 557-3001. Applicable of HWY. fees will apply. All other Park facilities will 
 
 Germany Creek WMA 
1,200 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 1. 
 
be closed to the general public Nov. 8-9. ATVs prohibited. Directions From I-20 From Exit 105 turn north on Newborn Rd. Go 2.3 miles to Rutledge, follow signs. 
 
wwwA.g2oLhaudn.tingedodrgi1a.com 
 
THE BRIGHTER, LONGER-RUNNING A2 LED AVIATOR. A powerful, white LED encircled by long-running, lower-intensity LEDs in your choice of red (invisible to game, good for stalking), blue (for blood tracking), green, or white. Track. Locate. Dress. Celebrate. 
 
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312 
Q LOWER BROAD RIVER WMA 
 
316 DIRECTIONS From Waynesboro Take HWY 56 north 3.5 miles, turn right on Cates Mead Rd.; go 3.8 miles, turn left on Seven Q PANOLA MOUNTAIN STATE 
 
(formerly Broad River WMA) 
 
Oaks Rd.; entrance is 0.8 mile on left. PARK 
 
315 &!*%%VXgZh,%+#*.*#)'''$,,%#.&-#+)&+ 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
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DEER Firearms Q Either Sex: Nov. 15-16; 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Q OCONEE WMA 
 
Quota 40 C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & 
 
Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 1 S. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog 
training allowed (see page 34). DOVE Q Sept. 3; Quota 30. Apply Aug. 1-15. 
Applications must be received by Aug. 15. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. SPECIAL REGS No camping. DIRECTIONS From Elberton Take HWY 72 east 11 miles. Turn right on HWY 79; go 7.3 miles to River Rd., turn right. Go 0.75 miles to Sign-In board on left. 
 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14, Nov. 14-Jan. 1 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Nov. 13 S. 
TURKEY Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; Quota 30 S; General Hunt: Apr. 7-May 15 S. 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Oct. 9, Nov. 14-Feb. 29. 
DOVE Q Sept. 3; Quota 60. Apply Aug. 1-15. Applications must be received by Aug. 15. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. 
 
coyotes may be taken; no limit. SPECIAL REGS Hunters must attend pre-hunt 
meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 14. Hunt participants will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 ParkPass will be required. Yurts and campsites may be available by calling the park o ce at (770) 389-7801. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Nov. 15-16. ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Atlanta Take I-20 to Exit 71; turn right on Panola Rd; go 3.6 mi to Snap nger Rd/GA Hwy 155; go left; go 1.5 mi to park entrance on left. 
 
313 WATERFOWL (Dan Denton Waterfowl Area) 
 
317 Q MCDUFFIE PFA 
 
Federal Youth Waterfowl Saturday (only 
 
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DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8, 15. WATERFOWL Dec. 10, 17, 24, 31. Designated 
ponds only. Shooting hours until 12 noon. SPECIAL REGS Waterfowl hunters must check 
kiosk at entrance gate for information on which ponds are open. DIRECTIONS From omson Take U.S. HWY 278 east for 5.6 miles; turn right on Ellington Airline Rd.; go 2.8 miles and turn right on Fish Hatchery Rd. 
314 
Q MEAD FARM 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Pigeons and 
pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, ushing and retrieving dogs in 
 
Youth under 16 years of age can hunt). Q Adult/Child: Nov. 26--both adult and youth (under 18 years of age) may hunt; Quota 3 parties for Impoundment 1 S. No Quota for Impoundment 3 S. Apply between Oct. 1-15. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). Q General Waterfowl Hunt: Sat. only during State Duck Season after Nov. 30; Quota 3 parties/hunt for Impoundment 1. No Quota for Impoundment 3 S. No hunting on Herndon Pond. SPECIAL REGS Waterfowl Sign-In is located on the west side of the Oconee River on the north side of GA HWY 16. No shing or hunting (other than ducks, geese and archery deer hunting during statewide archery and primitive weapons season) on managed waterfowl impoundments. Waterfowl hunting is prohibited on the Oconee River between Wallace Dam and GA HWY 16. Wheelchair bound hunters selected for 
 
Q PHINIZY SWAMP WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. WATERFOWL Wed. and Sat. during state sea- 
son. Shooting hours end at 12 noon. SPECIAL REGS No camping. DIRECTIONS From Augusta From I-520 exit 
south on HWY 56 spur (Doug Barnard Pkwy.); go 0.5 mile to WMA entrance sign adjacent to Augusta Wastewater Treatment Facility; or from I-520, exit north on HWY 56 spur (D. Barnard Pkwy.); go 1.6 miles and turn right on Gravel Pit Rd. WMA at end of road. 
318 
Q REDLANDS WMA 
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designated areas (see page 18). No furbearer Pond 1 can request accommodations by DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
hunting. 
 
calling (770) 918-6416. 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 
 
DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24- ROCK HAWK TRAILS & EFFIGY 
 
Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Dec. 4, Dec. 
 
Jan. 7. 
 
DEER Archery Only/Either Sex: Sept. 10- 26-Jan. 1 S. 
 
WATERFOWL Wed. and Sat. during state sea- Jan. 1 S. 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
son; Shooting hours until 12 noon. 
 
TURKEY Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers 
 
SPECIAL REGS Foot tra c only. 
 
Quota 30 S; General Hunt (Archery may not be hunted during rearms deer 
 
Only): Apr. 7-May 15 S. 
 
hunts; furbearer dog training allowed (see 
 
SMALL GAME Nov. 15-Feb. 29. 
 
page 34). 
 
DIRECTIONS From Greensboro Turn south DOVE Q Adult/Child: Sept. 3; Quota 100 
 
from HWY 278 onto Walnut St. (Veazey parties; Apply between Aug. 1-15; appliRd.) at caution light; go 7.1 miles and turn cations must be received by Aug. 15; see 
 
right on Liberty Church Rd.; go 7.5 miles quota hunt application instructions (page to check station. From Eatonton Go east 39). A party consists of one adult and up to 2 
 
14.7 miles on GA HWY 16 to the Oconee children; General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. River; continue 1.3 miles to Georgia Power 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. 
 
Co. Rd.; turn left and follow signs for 3 SPECIAL REGS No hunting on Dyars Pasture 
 
miles to check station. 
 
MARSH pond. 
 
DIRECTIONS From Greensboro Take GA 
 
HWY 15 north 9 miles; check station on 
 
left. 
 
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Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 7-24, Dec. 4-Jan. 3, Jan. 8-Feb. 29. Feral hogs 
 
 Redlands WMA - 
 
may be taken during small game dates after 
 
Watson's Spring Area 
 
Oct. 31. 
 
706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
Alligator Sept. 3-Oct. 2 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Dec. 4, Special Regs Camping in designated sites 
 
Dec. 26-Jan. 1. 
 
only. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Directions From Sylvania Take E. 
 
Bibb 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers Ogeechee 2.2 miles to jct. of Buck Creek 
 
dog training allowed (see page 34). 
 
and Brannen's Bridge Rd., take Brannen's 
 
Directions From Greensboro Take GA Bridge Rd. 3.4 miles to jct. of GA HWY 
 
HWY 15 north 9 miles; check station on 24, continue on Brannen's Bridge Rd. 5.2 
 
left. 
 
miles to check station on left. 
 
320 
 
323 
 
REGION 4 
 
 Richard B. Russell State  Walton Public Dove 
 
Park 
 
Field 
 
401 
 
2,508 acres  706.213.2045 
 
200 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
 B. F. Grant WMA 
 
Deer Firearms Q Either Sex: Dec. 6-7; Gen- BIRD DOG TRAINING Oct. 15-Aug. 1; Pigeons 12,000 acres  478.825.6354 
 
eral Quota 60, Wheelchair-Only Quota 20 and pen-reared quail may be used for train- Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: 
 
C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & coyotes ing pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs Sept. 15-18, 22-25 S. Primitive Quality 
 
may be taken; no limit. Special Regs All hunters must attend a pre- 
 
(see page 18). Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
 
Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 15-18 S. Firearms Q Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 3-5, 
 
hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 5. All hunters will be charged a $30 nonrefund- 
 
Small Game Oct. 15-Feb. 29; Dove Q Adult/Child: Sept. 3; Quota 80 
 
Dec. 1-3; Quota 400 C. Turkey Adult/Child: Mar. 24-31 S; 
 
able, nontransferable hunt fee. Wheelchair parties. Apply between Aug. 1-15; appli- General Hunt: Apr. 1-May 15 S. 
 
hunters only must apply by letter by Oct. cations must be received by Aug. 15; see Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Sept. 19-20, 
 
20 to: Wheelchair Hunt, RBR State Park, quota hunt application instructions (page Sept. 26-Nov. 1, Nov. 6-29, Dec. 4-13, Dec. 
 
2650 Russell State Park Rd., Elberton, GA 39). A party consists of one adult and up to 2 19-Feb. 29. 
 
30635. Cabins and campsites may be re- children. General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. Waterfowl State season during small game 
 
served by calling the park office at (706) 15-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. 
 
dates. No hunting on MARSH ponds. 
 
213-2045. Applicable fees will apply. All Special Regs No unleashed dogs except for Special Regs Only bucks with 15" outside 
 
other Park facilities will be closed to the bird dog training and dove hunting pur- spread or 16" main beams are legal. No 
 
general public Dec. 5-7. ATVs prohibited poses. No rifles or muzzleloaders (except hunting on pastures. 
 
except for wheelchair hunters. 
 
muzzleloading shotguns) of any caliber Directions From Eatonton Take HWY 16 
 
Directions From Elberton Take HWY 77 allowed. 
 
west 0.7 miles; turn right on HWY 441 
 
north 1.5 miles. Turn right on Ruckersville Directions From I-20 At Exit 101, take Bypass; go 1.5 miles to Godfrey Rd.; turn 
 
Rd., go 8 miles; park entrance on right. 
 
HWY 278 north 1.7 miles. Area is on left and go 6 miles to Check-In station. 
 
left across from Wildlife Resources Head- 
 
321 
 Soap Creek WMA 
1,000 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
402 quarters adjacent to the Wildlife Resources 
 
Conservation Center. Additional parking on Willow Springs Church Rd. 
 
 Bartram Forest WMA 
 
2,113 acres  478.825.6354  a Archery Only Area 
 
324 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
Deer Archery Archery South of Reedy 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 1 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
 Yuchi WMA 
7,800 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
Creek: Sept. 10-Jan. 1; North of Reedy Creek: Nov. 19-Jan. 1 S. Turkey Archery Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training allowed (see page 34). 
Special Regs No camping. Directions From Lincolnton Take HWY 
79 north 2 miles. Turn right on New Petersburg Rd. Sign-In board is on left. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-19 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 20-22 C; Oct. 23-30, Nov. 18-20 S; Buck Only: Oct. 31-Nov. 17 S; Nov. 21-Dec. 4, Dec. 26Jan. 1 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Small Game Archery South of Reedy Creek: Aug. 15-Feb. 29; North of Reedy Creek: Nov. 19-Feb. 29. 
Special Regs Bartram Forest is a multipleuse recreation area; other users may be present during open hunting seasons. Gates may be opened or closed at the discretion of 
 
322 
 Tuckahoe WMA 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 18, Oct. 31-Nov. Georgia Forestry Commission. Please see 
 
17, Nov. 21-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training WMA maps for safety zones. 
 
allowed (see page 34). 
 
DIRECTIONS From Milledgeville Take US 
 
15,100 acres  706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 
 
Special Regs Sign-In at Check Station on 441 south 3.1 miles, turn left; continue 2.9 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-22, Sept. Ebenezer Church Rd. Camping in desig- miles on US 441/GA29 and make U-turn 
 
26-Oct. 4, Oct. 9-Nov. 1 S. Primitive Ei- nated sites only. 
 
to return north; go 0.1 miles to 1st pull-in 
 
ther Sex: Oct. 6-8 C. Firearms Adult/ Directions From Waynesboro Take HWY on right. Kiosk is just down that road. 
 
Child/Either Sex: Sept. 23-25 S; General 80 east 8 miles to Shell Bluff Community; 
 
Hunt: Nov. 3-6, Jan. 5-7 C. Nov. 25-Dec. turn right on HWY 23; travel 7 miles 
 
3 S. 
 
south; turn left on Ebenezer Church Rd.; 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
go 1 mile to Check Station on right. 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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403 
 Big Lazer Creek WMA 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 23-Nov. 14, Dec. 19-Feb. 29. Daily limit: 3 rabbits/ 
 
8, Nov. 13-18, Nov. 28-Dec. 12, Dec. 19- person and 6 quail/person or 12 quail/party. 
 
24, Dec. 29-Feb. 29. 
 
Dove Q Sept. 3, Quota 200; Dove hunt- 
 
7,200 acres  478.825.6354 
 
Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Nov. 28-Dec. 12, Dec. ers must call (478) 825-6354 between Aug. 
 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: 19-24, Dec. 29-Jan. 7. 
 
1-15 to apply for quota dove hunt. General 
 
Sept. 10-Oct. 6, Oct. 10-14 S. Firearms Special Regs ATVs prohibited. 
 
Hunt: Sept. 10-17, Oct. 10-18, Nov. 24- 
 
Adult/Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Directions From Monticello Take HWY Dec. 6, Dec. 11-14, Dec. 19-Jan. 7. 
 
Oct. 8-9 S; Quality Buck & Antlerless: 16 east 3/4 mile; take right fork on HWY Special Regs Multi-use trails and areas are 
 
Oct. 20-22, Nov. 10-12 C; Honorary Li- 212; go 12 miles to check station sign; fol- closed all day during firearms deer hunts 
 
cense Holders & Ladies/Quality Buck & low arrow 0.5 mile to check station. 
 
and before 10:00 a.m. during archery and 
 
406 Antlerless: Nov. 21-23 S; Quality Buck & 
Antlerless: Dec. 1-3 S. 
 
turkey seasons. Rules are posted at trailhead. 
 
Turkey Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6, Apr. 7-13; Quota 50 C. Apr. 14-May 15 S. 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 8, Oct. 15-18, 
 
 Cedar Creek - little river area 
 
Directions From Mansfield Take HWY 11 south 5.7 miles to Shepard rd. turn left and follow signs 1.1 miles. 
 
Oct. 23-Nov. 8, Nov. 13-19, Nov. 24-29, 1,229 acres  478.825.6354 
 
409 Dec. 4-Feb. 29. 
Waterfowl Big Lazer Creek PFA: Wed. & Sat. during small game dates concurrent with state waterfowl season. Shooting hours: 30 minutes before sunrise until noon. 
Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four (4) points (1 inch long or longer) on either side are legal. 
407 Directions From Talbotton Take U.S. 80 
east 4 miles; turn left on Po Biddy Rd. go 6.5 miles; turn left on Bunkum Rd. and go 1.2 miles to check station. 
 
Deer Archery/Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Directions From Eatonton Take GA 16 
west 3.6 Miles to Lynchburg Rd.; turn right; go 0.5 miles to kiosk on right. 
 Chattahoochee Bend State Park 
2,910 acres  770. 254.7271 
 
 Echeconee Creek WMA 
490 acres  478.825.6354  a Archery Only Area 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Turkey Archery: Mar. 24-May 15 S. Special Regs Public access to Ocmulgee 
River tract is only by boat. Directions From Bonaire (to Ocmulgee 
River tract) Take GA 96 east for 3.3 miles to boat ramp on Ocmulgee River; go north by boat on river approximately 10.5 miles. Tract is on west bank of the river. From 
 
404 
 Blanton Creek WMA 
 
Deer Firearms Q Either Sex: Dec. 14-15; Quota 75 C. Two deer limit. Coyotes & feral hogs may be taken. 
 
Warner Robins (to Echeconnee Creek 
tract) From intersection of HWY 247C and HWY 247, take HWY 247 north 3.9 
 
4,800 acres  478.825.6354 
 
Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt miles; turn right on Feagin Rd.; turn right 
 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 13. Hunt on Santa Clara Dr.; tract is 0.2 miles on the 
 
Sept. 10-Oct. 13 S. Firearms Adult/ participants will be charged a $30 nonre- right and left side of road. 
 
410 Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 15- fundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 
16 S; Q Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. ParkPass will be required. All other Park 
 
408 3-5, Nov. 17-19; Quota 200 C; Q Dec. 8-9; 
Quota 200 S. Turkey Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6, Apr. 
7-13; Quota 40 C. April 14-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 17-Nov. 1, 
Nov. 6-15, Nov. 20-Dec. 6, Dec. 10-Feb. 29. Dove Q Sept. 3, 10; Quota 75. Dove hunt- 
ers must call (478) 825-6354 between Aug. 1-15 to apply for quota dove hunt. Sept. 11, 18, Oct. 8-13, Nov. 25-Dec. 6, Dec. 10Jan. 7. Waterfowl No Hunting on MARSH Pond. Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four (4) points (1 inch long or longer) on either side are legal. Directions From West Point Take HWY 103 south 10 miles to mile marker 6, turn right to check station. 
 
facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 14-15. Campsites will be available for hunter use and may be reserved through the park office at (770) 254-7271. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Newnan Take U.S. 27 Alt north 6.4miles to Wagers Mill Rd.; turn left, go 3.3 miles to Boone Rd.; turn right, go 1.5 miles to Payton Rd.;go right 2.1 miles to park. 
 Clybel WMA (Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center) 
6,400 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 5, Nov. 5-11 S. Firearms Q Adult/Child/ Either Sex: Oct. 7-9; Quota 150 S; Ap- 
 
 F. D. Roosevelt State Park 
9,049 acres  706.663.4858 
Deer Firearms Q Either Sex: Dec. 6-7; Quota 150 C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & coyotes may be taken; no limit. 
Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 5. Hunt participants will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 ParkPass will be required. Cabins and campsites may be reserved by calling the park office at (706) 663-4858. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 6-7. ATVs prohibited. 
Directions From Pine Mountain Take U.S. 27 south to GA 354; turn left, go 2.9 miles to park. 
 
405 411 ply by Sept. 10; Dec. 16-18 S; Honorary 
 
 Cedar Creek WMA 
37,820 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 18 S. Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Day: Oct. 20-22 C; Nov. 10-12 C; Dec. 14-18 S; Buck Only: Nov. 19-27 S; Adult/Child/Either Sex: Dec. 26-28 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
License Holders/Either Sex: Dec. 8-10 S; Q Either Sex: Oct. 27-29, Nov. 17-19; Quota 150 C. Turkey Q Adult/Child: Mar. 24-Apr. 1, Apr. 7-15; Quota 25 S; Apply between Feb. 1-28. May 12-15 S; Q General Hunt: Apr. 21-27, May 2-8; Quota 25 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 10-25, Oct. 30-Nov. 4, Nov. 20-Dec. 6, Dec. 11- 
 
 Fall Line Sandhills WMA 
1,576 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Fox squirrel 
hunting prohibited. Bird dog training Aug. 15-Mar. 15. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, flush- 
 
ing and retrieving dogs in designated areas. 
 
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Special Regs No camping. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Turkey Q Adult/Child: Mar. 24-Apr. 1, 
 
Directions From Butler To East Tract: Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 8, Oct. 15-Nov. Apr. 7-15; Quota 25 C; Apply between Feb. 
 
From the intersection of HWY 96 and 29, Dec. 4-30, Jan. 7-Feb. 29. 
 
1-28. May 12-15 S; see quota hunt applica- 
 
HWY 19, go west 2.6 miles to Taylor Special Regs No bear hunting. 
 
tion instructions (page 39); Q General Quota 
 
County Industrial Park; turn right; kiosk is Directions From Perry Take HWY 127 Hunt: Apr. 21-27, May 2-8; Quota 25 S. 
 
immediately on the left side of the road. To east 8 miles to HWY 247; turn right; go 1 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-Nov. 
 
West Tract: From the intersection of HWY mile; turn left on Oaky Woods Rd. At fork 1, Nov. 6-15, Nov. 20-Feb. 29. 
 
96 and HWY 19, go west 10.7 miles; turn veer right and go 1.7 miles to check station. Dove Q Sept. 3, 10; Quota 75. Dove hunt- 
 
left on Kel Foster Rd. At fork, bear right. 
 
Entrance is  mile on the left. 
 
415 
 
ers must call (478) 825-6354 between Aug. 1-15 to apply for a dove hunting permit. 
 
412  Flat Creek PFA 
850 acres  478.825.6151 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Bird dog 
training Aug. 15-Mar. 15. Waterfowl Q Nov. 20, 27; Quota 3 parties; 
Wed. and Sat. only during state season except during quota waterfowl hunts. Shooting hours until 12 noon. Apply by letter for quota waterfowl hunts by Oct. 15 to: Flat Creek Waterfowl Hunt, Fort Valley Game Mgmt., 1014 MLK Blvd., Fort Valley, GA 31030. Maximum of 3 persons per party 
 
 Ocmulgee WMA 
17,370 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 6 S. Firearms Q Adult/Child/Either Sex: Oct. 8-14; Quota 300 S. Apply by Sept. 10; See quota hunt application instructions (page 39); Buck Only: Dec. 14-17 S; Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Nov. 24-26 C. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-Nov. 
22, Nov. 27-Dec. 12, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. Special Regs Westlake Tract is archery 
equipment only for managed deer hunt dates. No bear hunting. Directions From Cochran Take U.S. 23 north, turn left on Red Dog Farm Road; 
 
General Hunt: Sept. 17, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. Waterfowl Shooting hours are until 12 
noon on all areas. Lake Juliette & Youth Area: Youth Waterfowl Day and Wed.-Sun. during State Season. Q MARSH pond/ Adult/Child (only youth can hunt): Dec. 10 and Jan. 7; Quota 3. Apply between Oct. 1-15. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). Special Regs No waterfowl hunting west of Ebenezer Rd. except that youth may hunt waterfowl between Ebenezer and Juliette Roads (Youth Area). No motor in excess of 25hp may be operated on Lake Juliette. Directions From Forsyth Take HWY 18 east 7 miles to Check Station. 
 
on quota waterfowl hunts. Special Regs Closed every Monday & Tues- 
day. Directions From Perry Take U.S. HWY 
 
go 4 miles to Magnolia Road. Turn right and follow signs to check station. 
416 
 
419 
 Rum Creek WMA - Berry Creek Area 
 
41 south across Flat Creek. Park is on left. 
413  Joe Kurz WMA 
3,700 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 10-25, Nov. 13-22 S. Firearms Q 
 
 Ocmulgee WMA - Gum Swamp Creek Tract 
475 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-Feb. 
 
750 acres  478.825.6354  a Archery Only Area 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. Turkey Archery Only: Mar. 24-May 15 S. Special Regs No camping. Directions From Forsyth Take HWY 18 
east 7 miles to Check Station. 
 
420 Quality Buck & Antlerless Last Day: Oct. 
27-29, Nov. 10-12; Quota 100 C. 
 
29. Pigeons and pen-reared quail may be used to train pointing, flushing and retriev-  Sprewell Bluff WMA 
 
Turkey Q General Hunt: Mar. 24-Apr. 1, Apr. 7-15, 21-29; Quota 25 C; 
 
ing dogs in open fields only Aug. 15-31, 1,734 acres  478.825.6354 
 
Nov. 1-Mar. 15. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 8, Sept. 26-Oct. Directions From Cochran Take HWY 26 Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. 25, Oct. 30-Nov. 8, Nov. 23-Feb. 29. Limit to HWY 126 (Airport Rd.); go 5.9 miles; Small Game Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog 
 
3 rabbits/person/day. Limit 6 quail/person/ day or 12 quail/party/day. Bird dog train- 
 
turn left onto Rebie Rd.; go 0.3 miles; turn training allowed. See page 34. left onto Skipper-Jackson Rd.; go 0.5 miles, Special Regs Includes Pigeon Creek and 
 
ing allowed Aug. 15-Mar. 15 in designated entrance on left. area only. Bird dog training closed during 
 
deer hunts. 
 
417 
 
Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24- 
 
Jan. 7. 
 
 Perry Dove Field 
 
Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with 15" 70 acres  478.825.6354 
 
Nichols Tracts. No hunting in park dayuse area. Pigeon Creek Tract closed to all vehicular access. No camping. Directions From Thomaston to Sprewell 
Bluff Tract Take HWY 36 west 6 miles to Roland; turn right on Alabama Rd.; turn 
 
outside spread or 16" main beams are legal. Dove Sept. 3, 10 & 17 only. 
 
left and follow paved road to area. From 
 
Directions From Woodbury Take HWY Directions From I-75 take Exit 134 and Manchester to Nichols And Pigeon Creek 
 
85 north for 7.5 miles to Gay; turn right at head East approximately 1.6 miles and field Tracts Take HWY 190 east 3.9 miles; turn 
 
red light; check station is 2.7 miles on left. is on the right. 
 
left on paved road; go 0.1 mile to fork; turn 
 
414 
 
418 
 
left; go 1.8 miles to fork in road; right fork to Nichols Tract; left to Pigeon Creek Tract. 
 
 Oaky Woods WMA 
13,240 acres  478.825.6354 
 
 Rum Creek WMA 
5,739 acres  478.825.6354 
 
421 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 6 S. Firearms Q Adult/Child/Either Sex: Oct. 8-14; Quota 300 S. Apply by Sept. 10; see quota hunt application instructions (page 39); Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Dec. 1-3 C. Buck Only: Dec. 31-Jan. 6 S. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-27, Oct.  Standing Boy Creek 
 
2-5, 9-21 S. Firearms Ladies Only/Either Sex: Sept. 29-Oct. 1 S; Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 7-8 S; Q General Hunt Either Sex: Nov. 3-5, Nov. 17-19; Quota 200 C. 
 
Tract 
1,580 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15; Sign-In once per season. 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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424 Special Regs Upon determination by the Commissioner that a person has violated this title (OCGA 27) or any rule or regula-  West Point WMA - 
 
Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Buck Only: Nov. 3-5, 17-19 S; Either Sex: Q Dec. 1-3; Quota 350 C; Q Dec. 15-17; Quota 350 S; 
 
tion promulgated pursuant to hunting or Glovers Creek Area 
 
Adult/Child/Either Sex: Dec. 26-28 S. 
 
trespass on or from Standing Boy Creek 337 acres 
 
Turkey Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; 
 
Tract, the Commissioner may revoke, suspend, deny, or refuse to renew any license or permit, or both, required by this title which is held by or has been applied for by the person, for a period of up to two years following the determination of such violation. 
 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
Waterfowl Youth Waterfowl Saturday and Sat. only during State Season. Shooting hours until 12 noon. 
 
Quota 50 S. Apr. 7-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-Nov. 
1, Nov. 6-15, Nov. 20-29, Dec. 4-13, Dec. 18-24, Dec. 29-Feb. 29 S. Furbearer dog training allowed (see page 34). Dove Q Sept. 3; Quota 40; Apply by let- 
 
Harvested deer will not be tagged with 
 
ter by August 15th; Quota on designated 
 
Department tags and must be recorded on 
 
field only (all other areas are open to public) 
 
the hunter's deer harvest record. Camping 
 
S; see quota hunt application instructions 
 
prohibited. ATVs prohibited. 
 
(page 39). General Hunt: Sept. 5-9, Nov. 25- 
 
Directions From Columbus Take HWY 
 
29; Dec. 4-13; Dec. 18-24; Dec. 29-Jan. 7. 
 
219 north. Turn left on Old River Rd., go 
 
Feral Hog Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 2-7, 
 
1.5 miles. Tract on left. 
 
Mar. 6-11, May 22-27, June 5-10, 19-24; 
 
422 
 
hunter orange required; no dogs allowed S. Directions From Albany Take HWY 91 
 
 West Point WMA 
8,952 acres  478.825.6354 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: 
 
south 4 miles to jct. with HWY 62; turn right and go 15 miles; follow signs to check station. 
 
REGION 5 Sept. 10-18, Nov. 12-18 S. Primitive 
Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 16-17 
 
503 
 
501 S. Firearms Honorary License Holders/ 
Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 20-22 S; 
 
 Cordele Fish Hatchery 
40 acres  229.430.4254 
 
Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 27-29 C; Dec. 1-3 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Sept. 19-Oct. 18, Oct. 23-Nov. 11, Nov. 19-29, Dec. 4-14, Dec. 18-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog training allowed (See page 34). Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 19-29, Dec. 4-14, Dec. 18-Jan. 7. Waterfowl Daniels Pond & Pond 1: Waterfowl hunting during small game dates concurrent with state waterfowl season. Shooting hours until 12 noon Saturday only. 
504 Special Regs No gasoline outboards allowed on waterfowl ponds; only hand held lights 6 volts or less allowed; Only Quality Bucks with at least four (4) points (1 inch long or longer) on either side are legal. No fishing on managed waterfowl impoundments. Directions From Lagrange Take GA HWY 
219 north 0.5 miles past Chattahoochee River Bridge; turn right on Old Whitley Rd. Follow signs to check station and kiosk. 
423  West Point WMA - Dixie 
Creek Area 
711 acres 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: 
 
 Albany Nursery WMA 
300 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Dec. 17-Jan. 15 S; Firearms Either Sex/Wheelchair Hunters Only: Nov. 10-13, Dec. 8-11; No Quota; Shotgun Only S. 
Turkey Q Wheelchair Hunters Only: Mar. 31-April 1, April 14-15, April 28-29; Quota 2 S. Apply between Feb. 15-Mar. 10. 
Small Game Squirrel: Aug. 20-Nov. 5. Squirrel & Rabbit: Shotgun only. Saturday & State Holidays only from Jan. 21-Feb. 25. Q Quail: Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4. Quota 1 party/ hunt and 3 persons/party. Bag limit is 6/ person and 12/party S. Apply by Dec. 15. Bird Dog Training: Pigeons & pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, flushing, and retrieving dogs in designated areas except during scheduled hunts. No furbearer season. 
Dove Q Sept. 3: Quota 35 S. Apply by Aug. 15. General Hunt: Sept. 5, 10,17, Oct. 8, 10, 15, Nov. 24-26, Dec. 3, 10, 17, 23-26, 31, Jan. 1, 7. 
Waterfowl Saturdays & State Holidays only: Jan. 16 through end of statewide season. 
Special Regs See page 39 for quota hunt application instructions. 
 
Waterfowl Q Adult/Child: Nov. 26, Jan. 7; Quota 3 parties. Q General Hunt: Dec. 10, Jan. 21; Quota 3 parties. Apply by Oct. 15 for all hunts. See quota hunt applicationinstructions(page 39).Shootinghours end at noon. Maximum of 3 persons/party including permit holder for Adult/Child hunts and the three persons listed in party for general hunts. Designated Pond Only. 
Directions From Cordele Take U.S. HWY 280 west 0.5 miles. Turn right on Fish Hatchery Rd., go 1.4 miles. 
 Doerun Pitcherplant 
Bog WMA 
600 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Nov. 1-Jan. 15 S. Small Game Jan. 16-Feb. 29 S. Fox squirrel 
hunting prohibited. Special Regs Doerun Pitcherplant Bog con- 
tains rare species and sensitive habitats. To protect these resources, vehicular access is limited to entrance road and parking area. ATVs and horses prohibited. Directions From Doerun Take HWY 133 south two (2) miles; turn left at Natural Area sign. 
 
505 Sept. 10-Jan. 1 S. 
 
Directions Take GA HWY 234 west 11 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Jan. 2-Feb. 29. Bird Dog Train- 
ing Area: Aug. 15-Mar. 15. 
 
miles; turn right on Tallahassee Rd.; go 
 
1.2 miles to entrance on right. 
 
 Elmodel WMA 
 
1,600 acres  229.430.4254 
 
502 Waterfowl Waterfowl hunting during 
small game dates concurrent with state waterfowl season. Shooting hours until 12 noon. 
 
 Chickasawhatchee WMA 
19,700 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14, Dec. 30-Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29 S. No fur- 
bearer season. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas. 
 
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508 Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24Jan. 7. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer 
 
Feral Hog See page 34. Special Hog Hunts:  Lake Seminole WMA 
 
hunts. 
 
Aug. 6-7, Mar. 10-11, May 26-27, June 16- 15,680 acres  229.430.4254 
 
Special Regs No waterfowl hunting on 
 
17, Jul. 7-8; hunter orange required; no dogs Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. MARSH pond on north end of Willoughby 
 
allowed S. 
 
Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21. Firearms tract. 
 
Special Regs Archery-only for deer and feral Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 15. 
 
Directions From Colquitt Firetower Tract 
 
hog except that legal firearms may be used Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. 
 
is 1 mile west of Colquitt on HWY 91. 
 
during Special Hog Hunts. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers Willoughby and Oldhouse tracts: From 
 
Directions From Newton Take HWY 37 may not be hunted during firearms deer Colquitt take U.S. 27 North to first paved 
 
north 8 miles; turn left on Jericho Rd.; area hunts; furbearer dog training allowed (see road; turn left and go 1 mile to Willough- 
 
is on right. 
 
page 34). 
 
by Tract and 2 miles to Oldhouse Tract. 
 
506 
 
Alligator May be hunted during open ar- Check station is located near entrance to chery deer dates concurrent with the alli- Willoughby tract. 
 
511  Flint River WMA 
 
gator season in accordance with rules and 
 
2,300 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 10-Oct. 16, Nov. 26-Dec. 18 S. Firearms Quality Buck & Antlerless/ Wheelchair Hunters Only: Oct. 21-23 S; Q Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 3-5, 17-19; Quota 35 C. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs No hunting within 200 yards 
of a house, dock, building, or other structure, or a developed recreation area (i.e. beach, campground, boat ramp, etc.). Directions Contact the Albany Game Management Office, 2024 Newton Rd., Albany, GA 31701, (229) 430-4254. 
 
 Montezuma Bluffs WMA 
500 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 1-Jan. 15 S. 
Turkey Archery Only: May 1-15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 31, Jan. 16-Feb. 
29. No furbearer season. 
 
509 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 17-19, Oct. 24-Nov. 1, Nov. 6-15, Nov. 20-25, 
 
Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with 15" outside spread or 16" main beams are le- 
 
Dec. 19-Feb. 29. Quail: Wednesdays, Sat-  Lake Walter F George 
 
gal. Montezuma Bluff Natural Area con- 
 
urdays, and State holidays during small WMA 
 
tains rare species and sensitive habitats. To 
 
game dates after Nov. 19. 
 
1,200 acres  229.430.4254 
 
protect these resources, vehicular access is 
 
Dove Sept. 3, 10, 17, Nov. 24-25, Dec. 19- Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15. limited to boat landing road. No ATVs or 
 
Jan. 7. Feral Hog See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. Small Game Shotguns & archery only: Aug. 
 
horses allowed. Directions From Montezuma Take HWY 
 
Aug. 2-7, Mar. 6-11, May 29-June 3, June 15-Feb. 29. Feral hogs may be taken with 
 
19-24, July 10-15; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed S. 
 
shotgun only during small-game season. Waterfowl Waterfowl hunting permit- 
 
Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with 15" ted on portions of lake in Georgia, except 
 
49 north 1 mile to boat landing road; turn left; area lies along river bluff north and south of Boat Landing Road. 
 
512 outside spread or 16" main beams are le- 
gal. Each wheelchair hunter may bring an attendant (if needed) who may provide assistance but not hunt. Directions From Vienna Take HWY 27 to HWY 230, turn right; go 1 mile; veer left on River Rd. and go 6 miles to entrance sign. 
507  Hannahatchee WMA 
5,095 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either sex: Oct. 22-Nov. 6, Nov. 19-Dec. 4, Dec. 17-Jan. 15 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
within 200 yards of a public park, road, cabin, or other developed areas. Areas within Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge have separate regulations. Alligator May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Directions From Ft. Gaines This WMA consists of 5 different tracts of land that can be found at various points along the lake shore. Directions to and maps of the various tracts can be obtained from: the Albany Game Management Office, 2024 Newton Rd., Albany, GA 31701; (229) 430-4254 and maps may be printed from gohuntgeorgia.com. 
 
 River Creek, The Rolf & 
Alexandra Kauka WMA 
2,437 acres  229.430.4254 
Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 17-25, Oct. 15-23 S. Firearms Q Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 16-19, Dec. 7-10; Quota 30 C; Q Adult/Child/ Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 26-28; Quota 40 S. Apply by Dec. 1. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). 
Turkey Q Adult/Child: Mar. 30-Apr. 1, Apr. 6-8; Quota 5 S. Apply by Mar. 1; See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). Q General Quota Hunt: Apr. 13-15; Quota 5 S. Apply by Mar. 1. 
Small Game Jan. 28-Feb. 12 S. No furbear- 
 
510 Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer 
 
er season. Fox squirrel hunting prohibited. Dove Q Adult/Child: Sept. 3, 10; Quota 
 
hunts. 
 
 Mayhaw WMA 
 
DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24- 6,300 acres  229.430.4254 
 
15 S. Apply by Aug. 15. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). 
 
Jan. 7. 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 Waterfowl Q Adult/Child: Dec. 17, Jan. 
 
Feral Hog See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 7; Quota 3 parties, Max 3 persons/party S. 
 
Aug. 2-7, Mar. 6-11, May 22-27, June 5-10, June 26-July 1; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed S. 
 
Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 22-27, Oct. 31Nov. 10, Nov. 14-Dec. 1, Dec. 5-15, Dec. 19-Jan. 5, Jan. 9-15 S; Either Sex: Oct. 
 
Apply by Dec. 1. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39). Q Wheelchair Hunters Only: Jan. 14; Quota 3 parties/hunt S. 
 
Directions From Richland Take HWY 27 west toward Lumpkin; Go 4 miles to first 
 
28-30, Nov. 11-13, Dec. 2-4, Dec. 16-18, Jan. 6-8 S. 
 
Wheelchair hunters may bring one assistant who may hunt. 
 
paved road; turn right and go 3 miles; turn Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
left and go 1 mile to first dirt road on right; 
 
turn right and proceed to check station. 
 
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SPECIAL REGS Only Quality Bucks with four (4) or more points (1 inch or longer) on one side of the antlers are legal. 
DIRECTIONS From omasville Take U.S. HWY 84 west approx. 4 miles. WMA entrance is on left approx. 0.9 mile after crossing the Ochlocknee River Bridge. 
 
only in Archery Only Area. Hunter orange is not required on Archery Only Area. DIRECTIONS From Glennville Take HWY 144 south 12 miles to Altamaha River. Area lies on both sides of HWY 144. 
Evans 
603 
 
513 
 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-27, Oct. 2-14 S. Ocmulgee Tract open for Ar- 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
chery deer hunting only: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Sept. 29-Oct. 1 
 
REGION 6 Firearms Q Either Sex: Nov. 2-5, Dec. 28- 
31; Quota 160 S; Buck Only: Nov. 19-Dec. 
 
C. Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-22 S; Adult/Child/Either Sex: Nov. 4-6 S; 
 
601 4, Jan. 4-15 S. 
TURKEY Q Mar. 24-Apr. 1; Quota 35 S; 
 
Either Sex: Nov. 23-26 S. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
Q Adult/Child: Apr. 7-15; Quota 35 S; Q BEAVERDAM WMA 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-17, 
 
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Oct. 23-Nov. 2, Nov. 7-21, Nov. 27-Feb. 
 
instructions (page 39); General Hunt: Apr. 21-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Oct. 31, Nov. 6-17, 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-23, Oct. 1-14 S. Firearms Adult/Child/Either Sex: Sept. 24-30 S; Either Sex: Nov. 3-5 
 
29; Ocmulgee Tract: Jan. 16-Feb. 29. ALLIGATOR May be hunted during open ar- 
chery deer dates concurrent with the alli- 
 
Dec. 5-26, Jan. 1-2, Jan. 16-Feb. 29. 
 
C; Buck Only: Nov. 24-26, Dec. 14-17 S. gator season in accordance with rules and 
 
ALLIGATOR May be hunted during statewide alligator season in accordance with rules 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-Nov. 1, 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. SPECIAL REGS Montgomery County Tract ac- 
 
and regulations pursuant to alligator hunt- Nov. 6-22, Nov. 27-Dec. 12, Dec. 18-Feb. cess is limited to foot or boat travel only and 
 
ing. DIRECTIONS From Bainbridge Take HWY 
 
29. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for training pointing, ushing and re- 
 
is quality buck which means bucks must have a minimum of four (4) points (1 inch 
 
253 south 2.7 miles; go left on Ten Mile trievingdogsindesignatedareas(seepage18). or longer) on one side. No rearms deer 
 
Still Rd.; travel 6 miles; turn right on Silver ALLIGATOR May be hunted during open arLake Rd.; travel 2.9 miles; turn left onto chery dates concurrent with the alligator 
 
hunting within designated archery-only areas (Ocmulgee and Towns Blu Tracts) 
 
WMA access road. Check station is 0.8 season in accordance with rules and regula- but legal rearms permitted for turkey and 
 
miles on the right. 
 
tions pursuant to alligator hunting. DIRECTIONS From Dublin Take 
 
U.S. 
 
small game hunting. DIRECTIONS From Hazlehurst Take U.S. 221 
 
441 north 4.5 miles; turn right on Old north 7 miles; turn left at entrance sign; go 
 
Toomsboro Rd., go 7.5 miles to WMA sign; to check station. 
 
604 turn right on Oconee Church Rd., turn at 
WMA sign. 
 
602 
 
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Q BIG HAMMOCK WMA 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-26, Oct. 
 
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2-20 S. Primitive Either Sex: Sept. 28-Oct. 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 4, Oct. 9-21 S. a Archery Only Area: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 
 
1 C. Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 22-23, Oct. 29-Nov. 1 S; Either Sex: Nov. 10-12 C. Nov. 23-27, Dec. 3-6 S. Q Dog Hunting/ 
 
6-8 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 26-29 S; Buck Only: Nov. 11-12, Dec. 7-10 S; 
 
Either Sex/Shotguns with Buckshot Only: Nov. 19, Dec. 10; Quota 60 S. Apply by 
 
Adult/Child: Nov. 25-27 S. 
 
Sept. 1. See quota hunt application instruc- 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
tions (page 39). Maximum of 20 individuals/ 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 22-24, deer-dog hunt application. All deer-dogs 
 
Oct. 30-Nov. 9, Nov. 13-23, Nov. 28-Dec. must be marked with the selected hunter's 
 
5, Dec. 11-Feb. 29; a Archery Only Area: name and phone. All dogs used in the dog 
 
Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Jan. 16-Feb. 29. 
 
deer hunt must be marked with the selected 
 
ALLIGATOR May be hunted during open ar- hunter's name and phone number. All ve- 
 
chery dates concurrent with the alligator hicles must display deer dog permit in the 
 
season in accordance with rules and regula- windshield. A copy of the permit must be 
 
tions pursuant to alligator hunting. 
 
carried on person while hunting. e des- 
 
SPECIAL REGS If the river stage is 9 feet or ignated dog hunting section of the WMA 
 
higher, measured at the Doctortown Gauge, is closed to all users during dog deer hunts 
 
the gates will be closed. No rearms deer hunting allowed in Archery Only Area and hunters may not hunt within 50 feet of the nature trail. Dogs prohibited on Archery 
 
except to hunters with a valid quota permit. BEAR Archery Oct. 6-8, 13-15 S. Primitive 
Sept. 29-Oct. 1 C. Firearms Nov. 10-12 C. Bears may not be taken on the Federal 
 
Only Area from Mar. 1-Nov. 1. Foot tra 
 
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portion of Cowhouse Island. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
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Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 26, Oct. 2-Nov. Directions From Douglas Take HWY 441 Alligator May be hunted during open ar- 
 
8, Nov. 13-Feb. 29. 
 
north 20 miles; turn right onto HWY 107; chery deer dates concurrent with the alli- 
 
Alligator May be hunted during open ar- go 8 miles to WMA sign on left. 
 
gator season in accordance with rules and 
 
chery deer dates concurrent with the alli- 
608 gator season in accordance with rules and 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Directions From Jacksonville Take HWY 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Alligators may not be taken on the Federal portion of Cowhouse Island or Laura S. Walker State Park. Special Regs Airboats prohibited. Directions From Waycross Take U.S. 1 south 6 miles to HWY 177, turn north and follow signs to check station. 
 
 Grand Bay WMA 
8,700 acres  229.426.5267 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-11, 17-18, Oct. 1-2, 8-9, Nov. 12-13, 19-20, Dec. 1011, 17-18, Jan. 7-8 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-16 C. Firearms Adult/Child/ Either Sex: Sept. 24-25 S; General Hunt: Either Sex: Oct. 22-23 C; Oct. 29-30, Nov. 
 
117 east 6 miles; turn right at sign; then turn right at information board; follow road to check station. 
610 
 Hugh Gillis PFA 
700 acres  912.285.6094 
Deer Archery Nov. 5-6, 9-13 S. 
 
605 
 Dodge County PFA 
 
5-6, 26-27, Dec. 3-4, 24-25, Dec. 31-Jan. Special Regs All hunters must sign-in at the 
 
1 S. 
 
PFA office prior to hunting. Closed every 
 
Turkey Adult/Child: Mar. 31-Apr. 1, Apr. Monday & Tuesday. 
 
444 acres  912.285.6094 
 
7-8 C. General Hunt: Apr. 21-22 S. 
 
Directions From East Dublin Go east on 
 
Deer Archery Nov. 5-6, 9-13 S. 
 
Small Game Aug. 20-21, 27-28, Sept. 3-4, U.S. Hwy 80 for 10 mi.; left on Keens 
 
Small Game Quail: Q Adult/Child: Dec. 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, Oct. 1-2, 8-9, 29-30, Crossing Rd.; go 1.4 mi. to PFA entrance 
 
10, Jan. 14; Quota 1 party S. Apply Oct. Nov. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27, Dec. 3-4, on right. 
 
1-15. 
 
10-11, 17-18, 24-25, Dec. 31-Jan. 1, Jan. 7-8, 
 
611 Alligator Sept. 23-25 S. Night hunting 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, Feb. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 
 
only. Special Regs All hunters must sign-in at PFA 
office before hunting. Submit quail quota hunt applications by Oct. 15 to: DNR Fisheries, P.O. Box 2089, Waycross, GA 31502. List hunt dates in preference order on ap- 
 
25-26. Fox squirrel hunting prohibited. No furbearer season. Waterfowl Sat. and Sun. only during state season. Shooting hours end at 12 noon. Alligator Sept. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, and Oct. 1-2 in accordance with rules and 
 
 Moody Forest WMA 
3,500 acres  229.426.5267 
Deer Firearms Either Sex: Nov. 1-Dec. 15 S. Turkey Adult/Child: Mar. 24-25 S; 
General Hunt: Mar. 30-Apr. 14 S. 
 
plication. Closed every Monday & Tuesday. Directions From Eastman South on U.S. 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs Harvested deer must be 
 
Small Game Squirrel: Adult/Child: Dec. 16-17, 23-24 S. Fox squirrel hunting pro- 
 
Hwy 23/341 for 3 miles; left on County Rd. 49; go .6 miles. 
 
removed from the area whole (no fielddressing). Outboard motors in waterfowl 
 
hibited. General Hunt: Dec. 30-31, Jan. 6-7, 13-14 S. 
 
impoundments limited to 10hp or less. Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Check for 
 
606 
 
No firearms hunting, except for doves and prescribed burn info and Sign-In at kiosk 
 
 Evans County PFA 
400 acres  912.285.6094 
 
small game, within designated Archery on East River Road. Only Areas. No ATVs or motorcycles al- Directions From Baxley Go 7 miles north lowed on area. A valid Moody Air Force on U.S. 1. Turn right on Lenox Rd., go 4.2 
 
Waterfowl Q Adult/Child: Nov. 26, Dec. 10; Quota 3 S; Q General Hunt: Jan. 7; Quota 3 S. Apply by 4:30 p.m., Oct. 14. 
 
Base Hunting and Fishing Permit may be substituted for WMA license. Hiking trail from check station closed to hikers during 
 
miles. Turn left on Davis Landing Rd., go 2.3 miles. Turn left on East River Rd., go 0.8 miles to kiosk. 
 
612 Hunting allowed in waterfowl impound- firearms deer hunts. Federal lands within 
ment only. No boats allowed. Maximum of WMA may be closed for military training. 
 
3 people per blind. Parties must stay in designated spots, must stay together, and must stay within 100 feet of blind marker except when retrieving game. Shooting hours until 12 noon. Apply by letter to: DNR Fisheries, 
 
Directions From Valdosta Take U.S. 221 north 8 miles; turn left on Knights Academy Rd.; go 1.5 miles to entrance on right; follow signs to check station. 
 
 Ohoopee Dunes WMA 
2,500 acres  229.426.5267 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
609 P.O. Box 2089, Waycross, GA 31502. 
Alligator Sep 16-18 S. Night hunting only 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. No furbearer season. 
 
Directions From Claxton Take U.S. HWY  Horse Creek WMA 
 
Special Regs Ohoopee Dunes WMA con- 
 
280 east for 8.5 miles; turn right on Old 8,100 acres  229.426.5267 
 
tains rare species and sensitive habitats. To 
 
Sunbury Rd.; go 1 mile and turn left on Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-20, protect these resources vehicular access is 
 
Area Line Rd.; go 0.3 miles, PFA on right. Sept. 25-Oct. 6, Oct. 10-31, Jan. 1-15 limited. No ATVs or horses are allowed 
 
607 
 
S. Primitive Either Sex: Sept. 22-24 S. on the area. Dogs prohibited from Mar. Firearms General Hunts:Buck Only: Nov. 1-Nov. 1. 
 
 Flat Tub WMA 
3,597 acres  229.426.5267 
 
2-5 S; Either Sex: Nov. 17-19 C; Dec. 8-10 Directions From Swainsboro From jct. of 
 
S; Honorary License Holder/ Adult/ U.S. 1 and U.S. 80, take U.S. 80 west 6 
 
Child/Either Sex: Oct. 8-9. 
 
miles to kiosk on north side of HWY. 
 
613 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 
 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 6-15, 
 
Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Nov. 27, Dec. 26-Jan. 10 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15, S. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Special Regs Small game hunters are required to wear hunter orange during firearms deer hunts. No camping. No ATVs. 
 
Nov. 20-Dec. 6, Dec. 11-Feb. 29. Pigeons  Oliver Bridge WMA 
 
and pen-reared quail may be used for train- 1,560 acres  229.426.5267 
 
ing pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas (see page 18). Furbearer dog training allowed (see page 34). 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-30, Nov. 19- 
 
27 S. 
 
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TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Dec. Saturday of waterfowl season. 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Oct. 21, Oct. 31-Nov. 6, Dec. 11-Jan. 7. 
 
Rabbits: Daily Limit - 3/person. Butler 
 
18, Nov. 28-Feb. 29. 
 
WATERFOWL Waterfowl may be hunted on Island Special Youth Hunt: Jan. 21-22. 
 
SPECIAL REGS ATVs and camping prohibited. impoundment and its surrounding roads/ Snipe hunting is allowed Wed.-Sun. dur- 
 
DIRECTIONS From Statesboro From Veteran's dikes until noon only on Wed., Sat., and ing state season, except on Butler Island 
 
Memorial Pkwy. and GA 24 intersection go Sun. during statewide season. 
 
which opens after last Saturday of Water- 
 
east on GA 24 toward Oliver for approxi- ALLIGATOR May be hunted during open ar- fowl Season. No furbearer season. 
 
mately 12.5 miles to the WMA entrance chery deer dates concurrent with the alli- DOVE Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 8-16, and Nov. 
 
on right. 
 
gator season in accordance with rules and 24-Jan 7, except that Butler Island is closed 
 
614 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. to dove hunting during statewide waterfowl SPECIAL REGS No WMA access from I-16. season. 
 
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DOVE Adult/Child: Sept. 3, S. General Hunt: Sept. 10, 17, Oct. 8, 12, 15, Nov. 26, 30 Dec. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, Jan. 4, 7. 
WATERFOWL Dec. 15, Jan. 5, Jan. 19 S. SPECIAL REGS Dove hunting in designated 
elds only; shooting hours follow state regulations. Waterfowl hunting for ducks and geese only in designated areas only, shooting hours until 12 noon. DIRECTIONS From Tifton Take U.S. HWY 82 east for 8 miles to Brook eld. Turn right on Whitley Rd.; take rst left on Brook eld-Nashville Rd. and go 1.5 miles to entrance on left. 
 
DIRECTIONS From Dublin Take I-16 east to Exit 58 (HWY 199); turn south and go 0.3 miles; road to check station is on right. 
REGION 7 
 
WATERFOWL Wed., Sat., Sun., State Holidays during statewide season. Shooting hours are noon to sunset on last day of season. Q Butler Island: Saturday Only; Quota 20; Check-In Time: 5 a.m. 
FERAL HOG Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Small Game weapons only. Waterfowl impoundments are open only during archery deer hunts and after last Saturday of waterfowl season. 
SPECIAL REGS is area includes Broughton, Butler, Champney, Rhetts Islands. Butler Refuge (located on Butler Island east of HWY 17) and Ansley Hodges MARSH Project (located west of HWY 17 on Champney Island) are closed to rearms at all times but open to archery deer & hog hunting archery seasons and archery rabbit hunting after the last Saturday of waterfowl season. 
 
615 
 
701 
 
Airboats are prohibited inside managed waterfowl impoundments. Access to Rhetts Is- 
 
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land at designated crossover sites only. Boats Q ALTAMAHA WMA - BUFFALO are restricted to one motor of 25hp or less. 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-29, Oct. 3-14 S. Firearms Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Oct. 1-2 C; Adult/ Child/Either Sex: Oct. 29-30 C; Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 1012 C. Dec. 8-10 S. 
TURKEY Q Mar. 24-30, Mar. 31-Apr. 6; Quota 15 S. Apr. 7-May 15 S. 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-27, Oct. 31-Nov. 8, Nov. 13-Dec. 6, Dec. 11Feb. 29. 
 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S; Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 15-30, Nov. 21Dec. 4, Dec. 26-Jan. 15 S 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. DOVE Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. WATERFOWL Statewide season. SPECIAL FIREARMS HOG HUNTS Mar. 1-15, 
 
Stand-by waterfowl hunters will be issued unlled blinds on quota hunts based on drawing the morning of the hunt. Maximum three persons per blind area. Rhetts Island is closed to shing, shrimping & crabbing during early teal season & statewide waterfowl season. Butler Island ponds & impoundments closed to cast netting. 
DIRECTIONS From Darien Take U.S. HWY 17 south 1.5 miles; check station is on the right. 
 
703 May 19-June 3. Hunter orange required. 
Dogs may be used to hunt hogs during Spe- 
 
cial Firearms Hog Hunts only. Hogs may Q CLAYHOLE SWAMP WMA 
 
not be removed from WMA alive. 
 
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SPECIAL REGS is area includes those Altamaha WMA lands west of Butler & Champney Islands. 
DIRECTIONS From Darien Take HWY 251/ Cox Rd west 8 miles to Cox. Left onto Possum Point Rd. Sign In box is 1.5 miles on left. 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-14, Sept. 19-27, Oct. 2-14, Oct. 22-Nov. 10, Dec. 26Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Buck Only: Nov. 12-18 S; Adult/Child/Either Sex: Sept. 16-18 C; Either Sex: Sept. 29-Oct. 1 C; Either Sex: Nov. 19-20, Dec. 19-25 S. 
 
702 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 21-Dec. 
 
Q ALTAMAHA WMA - 
 
18, Dec. 26-Feb. 29. 
 
WATERFOWL MANAGEMENT FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunt: 
 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 23 S. 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Except 
 
Mar. 1-15; hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist; no dogs allowed S. ALLIGATOR May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alli- 
 
Butler Island which opens after the last 
 
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gator season in accordance with rules and Child/Either Sex: Nov. 24-26; Quota 75 person while hunting. The WMA will be 
 
regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. C. Apply by Sept. 15; see quota hunt ap- closed to all users during dog deer hunts 
 
Special Regs Horseback riding prohibited plication instructions (page 39); Q General except to hunters with a valid quota permit. 
 
during ALL deer hunts. Area west of Fire- Hunt Either Sex: Oct. 6-8, Dec. 8-10; Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
break along Cowpen Swamp is archery only Quota 100 C. 
 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 7-11, Nov. 
 
for all species. 
 
Feral Hog Q Jan. 19-21, Feb. 23-25; Quota 28-Dec. 7, Dec. 11-14, Jan. 16-Feb. 29. 
 
Archery Only Area Deer Either Sex: Sept. 100 C. Apply by Dec. 1. Hunters must wear Dove Sept. 3-15, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Dec. 8, 
 
10-Jan. 15. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. at least 500 square inches of hunter orange Dec. 11-15, Dec. 18-Jan. 7. 
 
Small Game & Furbearers Aug. 15-Sept. as an outer garment above the waist. See Feral Hog See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: 
 
9, Jan. 16-Feb. 28. 
 
quotahuntapplicationinstructions(page39). Mar. 1-15 S. Hunters must wear at least 
 
Directions From Sterling Take HWY 341 Special Regs Hunters on Ossabaw Island 500 square inches of hunter orange as an 
 
north 0.5 mile; turn right on Old Jesup Rd.; WMA will be required to furnish their own outer garment above the waist. No dogs 
 
go 1 mile to Pennick Rd. on right; WMA is boat transportation to & from the Island. allowed. 
 
6 miles down Pennick Rd. on right. 
 
Limited docking space is available; some Special Regs No camping. Horseback rid- 
 
704 
 
boats may have to stream anchor. All hunter ing is prohibited during deer hunts. access to the Island will be over the dock a Archery Only Area Area east of U.S. 
 
 Griffin Ridge WMA 
5,600 acres  912.262.3173 
 
facilities at Newell Creek on the south end HWY 341. of the Island. Hunters may not enter upon Directions From Brunswick Take U.S. Ossabaw Island until 12:01 a.m. EST one- HWY 341 north 8 miles to check station 
 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 5, Oct. 9-21 S. Primitive Q Either Sex: Oct. 6-8; Quota 100 S. Firearms Adult/ Child/Either Sex: Nov. 4-6 C; Q Either Sex: Nov. 17-19; Quota 100 S. Q Dec. 8-10; Quota 100 C. 
 
day prior to hunt. Hunters may check-in on left. 
 
708 at 9:00 a.m. EST one-day prior to hunt 
& camps must be removed by 12:00 noon 
 
on the day following the hunt. One person from each campsite must check-in and upon leaving check-out from the campsite 
 
 Penholoway Swamp WMA 
4,269 acres  912.262.3173 
 
Turkey Q Adult/Child: Mar. 24-25; Quota 25 C; Apply by Feb. 1. Q General Hunt: Mar. 31-Apr. 6, Apr. 14-20, Apr. 28May 4; Quota 25 C. 
Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 15-Nov. 2, Nov. 7-15, Nov. 20-Dec. 6, Dec. 11-Feb. 29. No furbearer season. 
Alligator Sept. 10-Oct. 3 in accordance 
 
at the check-in station. No motorized ve- Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-21, Sept. 
 
hicles allowed & only permitted activities allowed. Mail Adult/Child deer hunt applications (by Sept. 15) & hog hunt applications/letters (by Dec. 1) to Georgia Wildlife Resources Division, Game Management, One Conservation Way, Brunswick, GA 31520. Apply for special feral hog hunts us- 
 
26-Oct. 4, Oct. 9-Nov. 27, Dec. 5-Jan. 15 S; a Archery Only Areas/Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 16-22 S. Firearms Adult/Child/Either Sex: Sept. 23-25 C; Either Sex: Oct. 6-8 C; Nov. 28-Dec. 4 S. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
with rules and regulations pursuant to al- ing restrictions & application guidelines Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 21, Sept. 26-Oct. 
 
ligator hunting. 
 
that apply to WMA quota deer hunts. 
 
4, Oct. 9-Feb. 29. Pigeons and pen-reared 
 
Special Regs No ATVs or horses allowed Directions Access only by boat; nearest quail may be used for training pointing, 
 
on area. No vehicles allowed beyond des- ramp is at Ft. McAllister State Park, ap- flushing and retrieving dogs in designated 
 
ignated parking areas. River access allowed. proximately 9 miles east of Richmond Hill. areas (see page 18). Bird dogs may be trained 
 
Check-In and camping only at Fountain 
 
in the areas off of Redman and Deadend 
 
707 Hole Camping Area. See quota hunt ap- 
plication instructions (page 39). Directions From Ludowici Take U.S. 301  Paulks Pasture WMA 
 
Rds. a Archery Only Area: Area north of Paradise Park Rd. Feral Hog See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: 
 
south 2 miles. The area is on the right 16,600 acres  912.262.3173 
 
Mar. 1-15 S. Hunters must wear at least 
 
(north) of highway. First road south of Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-14, Sept. 500 square inches of hunter orange as an 
 
DOT weigh station. 
 
19-27, Oct. 2-14 S; a Archery Only Area/ outer garment above the waist. No dogs 
 
705 
 
Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15 S. Primitive allowed. Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms a Archery Only Area Area north of Para- 
 
 Little Satilla WMA 
18,920 acres  912.262.3173 
Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 15 S. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers 
dog training allowed (see page 34). Dove Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. Directions From Patterson Take U.S. 
HWY 32 east 8 miles; turn left at check station sign. 
706 
 Ossabaw Island WMA 
9,000 acres  912.262.3173 
Deer Archery Q Either Sex: Oct. 20-22; Quota 100 C. Primitive Q Either Sex: Nov. 3-5; Quota 100 C. Firearms Q Adult/ 
 
Adult/Child/Either Sex: Sept. 16-18 C; dise Park Rd. 
 
Either Sex: Sept. 29-Oct. 1 C; Dec. 18-23 Special Regs Idle speed only on Cogden 
 
S; Buck Only/Either Sex/Last Two Days: Lake. 
 
Oct. 22-Nov. 6, Nov. 12-20, Nov. 21-27; Directions From Mt. Pleasant Take HWY 
 
Buck Only: Dec. 24-Jan. 15 S. Q Dog 341 north 2 miles to Akin Rd.; turn right; 
 
Hunting/Either Sex/Shotguns with Buck- go to end of Akin Rd.; turn left onto River 
 
shot Only: Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-17; Quota Rd. Entrance to WMA is 2.7 miles on right 
 
60 C. Apply by Sept. 1. See quota hunt just before Paradise Park Rd. 
 
application instructions (page 39) to apply for 
709 dog deer hunts Maximum of 20 individu- 
 
als per application letter. List hunt dates in preference order. Dog deer hunting allowed in designated area only. Dog deer hunters 
 
 Rayonier Corridor Lands WMA 
 
must check-in at Paulks Pasture check sta- 482 acres  912.262.3173 
 
tion prior to hunt. All dogs used in the dog Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 deer hunt must be marked with the selected S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. hunter's name and phone number. All vehi- Firearms Oct. 22-Jan. 15 S. cles used in the dog deer hunt must display Turkey Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
permit in the windshield or on vehicle dash. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. 
 
A copy of the permit must be carried on 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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SPECIAL REGS WMA consists of 300ft wide DIRECTIONS From Hortense Take HWY 301 Dock at head of Duplin River. No motor- 
 
section of non-contiguos property on the north to McKinnon. Turn left at Rogers ized vehicles allowed on island. Hunters 
 
Wayne County side of the Altamaha River Tract sign and cross over railroad tracks. may Check-In starting at 9:00 a.m. EST 
 
712 extending from mile 61 (Doe Eddy) to 1.5 
mi west of entrance to Paradise Park. All 
 
one day prior to hunt. Camps must be removed by 12 noon on the day following 
 
lands in McIntosh/Long Counties previously listed under this area are now part of Townsend WMA. 
 
Q SANSAVILLA WMA 
&+!-+,VXgZh.&'#'+'#(&,( 
 
each hunt. Departures and returns from deer hunting must be made from Moses Hammock campsite. Hunters are required 
 
710 
Q RICHMOND HILL WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-14, Sept. 26-Oct. 4, Oct. 9-14 S; Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. Firearms Adult/ Child/Either Sex: Sept. 23-25 C; Either Sex: Oct. 6-8 C. Dec. 24-30 S; Buck 
 
to stay outside the boundaries of the safety zones. Hunting is restricted to the north end of Greater Sapelo Island and Little Sapelo Island unless otherwise indicated. Ferry Restrictions ere is limited space 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Oct. 22- 
 
S; a Archery Only Areas/Either Sex: Sept. Nov. 6, Nov. 19-Dec. 4 S. 
 
10-Jan. 15 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. a ARCHERY ONLY AREAS Either Sex: Sept. 
 
15-21 S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 22-Jan. 10-Jan. 15 S. Archery equipment restric- 
 
15 S. 
 
tion for deer only. 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
on the ferry, so please limit the amount and size of your gear; propane fuel only; Guns must be unloaded and cased for transport on ferry; No folding chairs or tables, ladder stands, bicycles, or excessively large boxes; Climbing stands are OK; Coolers are lim- 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Nov. 7-18, Dec. ited to one 48 qt. per guest or one 96 qt. 
 
dog training allowed (see page 34). Pigeons 5-Dec. 23, Dec. 31-Feb. 29. Furbearer dog per two guests. 
 
and pen-reared quail may be used for train- training allowed Aug. 1-Sept. 3. 
 
DIRECTIONS From Savannah Take I-95 south 
 
ing pointing, ushing and retrieving dogs DOVE Sept. 3-18, Oct. 8-16, Nov. 24-Jan. 7. to Exit 58; turn left on GA HWY 57; go 1 
 
in designated areas (see page 18). 
 
FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: 
 
FERAL HOG Special Hog Hunts: Mar. 1-15 Mar. 1-15 S. Hunters must wear at least 
 
S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square 500 square inches of hunter orange as an 
 
mile to ashing light; continue straight on HWY 99, go 9.1 mi. to Landing Rd. (in Meridian); turn left and proceed to Sapelo 
 
inches of hunter orange as an outer garment outer garment above the waist. No dogs Island Visitors Center. 
 
above the waist. No dogs allowed. 
 
allowed. 
 
a ARCHERY ONLY AREAS Tracts 8, 9, 10, 12 SPECIAL REGS No camping. 
 
714 
 
& 17 and that portion of the WMA east DIRECTIONS From Brunswick Take U.S. 341 
 
of Lincoln Estate Road and south of Kil- north to Mt. Pleasant, south of Jesup; Turn Q TOWNSEND WMA 
 
kenny Rd. 
 
right on Howard Rd.; Check Station is on '+!%%'VXgZh.&'#'+'#(&,( 
 
DIRECTIONS From Richmond Hill Take left (17 miles from Brunswick). 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 
 
HWY 144 east to Oak Level Rd. or Kil- 
 
kenny Rd. and follow signs. 
 
713 
 
S. Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 15-Nov. 20, Dec. 5-25, Jan. 6-15 S. Q Dog Hunting/ 
 
711 
Q ROGERS WMA 
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Q SAPELO ISLAND WMA 
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DEER Archery Either Sex/North End: Sept. 10-Oct. 4, Oct. 9-18, Dec. 5-Jan. 15 S; Q 
 
Either Sex/Shotguns with Buckshot Only: Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Jan. 4-5; Quota 60; C. Apply by Sept. 1. See quota hunt application instructions (page 39) to apply for dog deer hunts. Maximum of 20 individuals per ap- 
 
DEER Archery Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 15-21 S. 
 
Either Sex/South End: Nov. 3-5, Dec. 1-3; Quota 125 C; Dec. 5-Jan. 15 S. Maps of 
 
plication letter. List hunt dates in preference order. Dog deer hunters must check-in 
 
Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 22-Nov. 24, Nov. 27-Dec. 13 S; Still hunting only; Either Sex: Nov. 25-26 S; Still hunting only; Dog Hunting/Either Sex: Dec. 14 & 17 S; Dog Hunting/Buck Only: Dec. 21 & 24 S. TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
open hunting areas available at the Sapelo WMA Sign-In kiosks, Brunswick DNR o ce, and gohuntgeorgia.com. Primitive Q Either Sex: Oct. 6-8; Quota 125 C. Firearms Q Either Sex: Oct. 20-22, Nov. 17-19; Quota 125 C. 
 
at kiosk on Middleton Lake Road prior to hunt. Dog deer hunting allowed in designated area only. All dogs used in the dog deer hunt must be marked with the selected hunter's name and phone number. All vehicles used in the dog deer hunt must display 
 
SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Furbearers SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Oct. 4, Oct. 23-Nov. permit in the windshield or on vehicle dash. 
 
dog training allowed (see page 34). 
 
1, Nov. 6-15, Nov. 20-28, Dec. 4-Feb. 29. A copy of the permit must be carried on 
 
SPECIAL REGS No camping. All dogs used Furbearer dog training allowed (see page 34). person while hunting. e WMA will be 
 
during dog-deer hunts must be marked FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunts: with dog hunter's name, address, telephone. Mar. 1-May 15 S. Hunters must wear at 
 
closed to all users during dog deer hunts except to hunters with a valid quota permit. 
 
least 500 square inches of hunter orange TURKEY Mar. 24-May 15 S. 
 
as an outer garment above the waist. No SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Nov. 29, Dec. 2-Jan. 
 
dogs allowed. 
 
3, Jan. 6-Feb. 29. 
 
SPECIAL REGS Reservations for transpor- FERAL HOG See page 34. Special Hog Hunt: 
 
tation on state boat for Check-In hunts Mar. 1-10 S. Hunters must wear at least 
 
must be made through the Sapelo Island 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer 
 
Visitor Center (912) 437-3224. No reser- garment above the waist. Dogs may be used 
 
vations will be accepted until you receive on Special Hog Hunt only. Hogs may not 
 
your selection notice; Visitor Center Hours: be removed from WMA alive. 
 
Tues.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 8:00 DIRECTIONS From Ludowici Take HWY 57 
 
a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Closed Sunday & Mon- South 4.2 miles; turn right onto Old Bar- 
 
day. Stream anchorage may be required rington Road; go 3.2 miles; Townsend WMA 
 
for hunters using their own boats. Hunter will be on the right along the power line. 
 
access is allowed only at Moses Hammock 
 
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Blackbeard Island NWR 
843.784.2468 
 
season. No night hunting. Electronic calls may be used. 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex:Oct. 20-22, Dec. 1-3 C. 
 
Lake Sidney Lanier - 
 
Special Regs Detailed hunt information Buford Dam (USACE) 
 
at: http://www.fws.gov/savannah/hunt- 770.945.9531 
 
ing.html. Refuge permit required. Island Deer Archery: Either Sex: Dec. 20-21; 
 
closed to general public Oct. 19-23, Nov. Quota. 
 
30-Dec. 4. 
 
Special Regs Detailed hunt information: 
 
lanier.sam.usace.army.mil/hunting.htm. 
 
Bond Swamp NWR 
 
All facilites closed to the general public 
 
478.986.5441 
 
Dec. 20-21. Two deer limit only one may 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Nov. 1-23 S. Feral Hog Jan. 2-31 S. Special Regs Detailed hunt information at: 
http://www.fws.gov/bondswamp. Refuge permit required. Hunters must sign out all harvested game at check station. 
 
be antlered. Apply by letter to: Operation Mgr's Office, Attn: Craig Sowers, P.O. Box 567, Buford, GA 30518-0567. Include full name, address, phone, email. One hunter per letter. Hunters must attend a pre-hunt meeting at 7 p.m. on Dec. 19. 
 
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Islands (USACE) 
 
770.297.3000 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. Primitive: Either Sex: Oct. 15-21. Firearms: Buck Only: Oct. 22-28, Oct. 30-Nov. 25, Nov. 27-Dec. 25, Dec. 27-Jan. 1. Either Sex: Oct. 29, Nov. 26, Dec. 26. 
Bear Archery: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. Primitive: Oct. 15-21. Firearms: Oct. 22-Dec. 4. No hunting with dogs. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Feral Hog Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Small game 
weapons only. No night hunting during 
 
Deer Archery:Either Sex: Nov. 17-20, Dec. 1-4, Dec. 15-18; Quota. 
Special Regs Detailed hunt information: lanier.sam.usace.army.mil/hunting.htm. Limit one deer per day. Apply by letter to: Operation Mgr's Office, Attn: Craig Sowers, P.O. Box 567, Buford, GA 30518-0567. Include full name, address, phone, email. One hunter per letter. Accessible by boat only. 
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hunts with big game weapons. Feral hogs may be hunted with dogs with appropriate weapons restrictions while training dogs during dates when training season coincides with small game or turkey season. Special Regs No dog training June 1-Aug. 14. Pursuit of bears or feral hogs with dogs for training purposes may occur only Aug. 1-Sept. 8; Jan. 2-Mar. 19; May 1-24 during legal daylight hours; other requirements apply (see page 18). Prohibited: Transportation of any loaded weapon in a motor vehicle. Possession of alcohol when hunting. Placing, leaving, or depositing and food, bait, or garbage in a manner likely to attract or concentrate any wildlife, whether for purposes of hunting or viewing animals. Failure to properly store food or garbage so as to prevent access by wildlife. NOTE: The Appalachian Trail (AT) is heavily used all year for camping and hiking. Please be aware of campers/hikers and use caution when hunting near the AT or any other trails/ campgrounds. Coyotes may be hunted during open seasons with weapons restrictions for game species in season. No night hunting. Electronic calls may be used. Coyotes may be hunted during open seasons with weapons restrictions for game species in 
 
Allatoona Lake/ 
Carters Lake (USACE) 
Special Regs Hunting is prohibited on some Corps of Engineer lands. Hunting opportunities vary by area. Detailed hunting information may be found at: www.sam.usace.army.mil/op/rec. Lake Allatoona 678.721.6700/Lake Seminole 229.662.2001/W.F. George Lake 229.768.2516/Carters Lake 706.334.2248/ West Point Lake 706.645.2937 
Hartwell Lake/ 
Richard B. Russell Lake/ 
J. Strom Thurmond Lake 
(Clarks Hill) (USACE) 
Special Regs Hunting is prohibited on some Corps of Engineer lands. Hunting opportunities vary by area. Detailed hunting information may be found at: www. sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/hartwell/hunting.htm, www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/ russell/hunt.htm, www.sas.usace.army. mil/lakes/thurmond/hunt.htm. Hartwell 1.888.893.0678/Russell 1.800.944.7207/ Thurmond (Clarks Hill) 1.800.533.3478. Contact resource manager's office for feral hog hunting opportunities and restrictions 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Oct. 10-12; Quota 125 C. Primitive: Either Sex: Nov. 7-9, Dec. 5-7; Quota 100 C. Legal handguns may be used. Firearms: Adult/Child/Either Sex: Dec. 18-20; Quota 50 C. Child must be 12-16 years of age. All children under 16 must be directly supervised at all times. 
Feral Hog Jan. 9-11, 23-25; Quota 100 C. Special Regs Detailed hunt information 
at: www.nps.gov/cuis. Registration begins July 1 (go to www.pay.gov and type "cumberland" in the FIND PUBLIC FORMS search box. Mandatory check-in begins 8:00 a.m. the day before each hunt. Camps must be removed by noon the day after each hunt. Cumberland Island Ferry will be available for a fee. Dock space for unloading only and private boats must stream anchor. All hunting access only by Plum Orchard hunt station on Brick Hill River. No motor vehicles. No buckshot. No carts or bicycles in Wilderness Area. Hunting fee is $35. No stand-by hunters or non-hunters. 
Eufaula NWR 
334.687.4065 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10Oct. 13. Bustahatchee & Rood Creeks: 
 
outside of firearms deer season. 
 
www.gohuntgeorgia.com 
 
Purchase your license by phone at 1-800-366-2661 
 
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Nov. 1-Jan. 15. Firearms: Either Sex: Oct. Special Regs Detailed hunt information lowed except pointing dogs for hunting 
 
15, 29; Quota 10 C. 
 
at: www.fws.gov/savannah/hunting.html. quail. Sign-In & Check-In at Dixon Me- 
 
Waterfowl Ducks & Geese Only; Satur- Apply by Aug. 31. Refuge closed to gen- morial WMA. 
 
days during statewide season; Quota 15 C. eral public during hunts. All youth hunters 
 
Shell limit is 25. Youth Waterfowl Saturday under 16 must possess Hunter Safety cer- Okefenokee - Pocket Unit 
 
& one day determined by Refuge. Contact tificate and be supervised by an adult 21 or 912.496.7836 
 
Refuge for details. Special Regs Detailed hunt information 
at: www.fws.gov/eufaula/hunting/hunting. html. Portions of Chattahooche River & W.F. George Lake within Eufaula NWR are closed to waterfowl hunting. Contact Refuge office for quota applications. 
 
older. One adult may supervisor one youth. 
Oconee National Forest 
706.485.1776 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14. Primitive: Either Sex: Oct. 15-22. Firearms: Buck Only: Oct. 22-27, Oct. 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14 S. Sign out is required. 
Special Regs Foot travel only off of paved road. No dogs allowed. No alligator hunting. 
Piedmont NWR 
 
Fort Gordon 
706.791.2397 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 14; Quota C. Archery Only Area: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 1; Quota C. Primitive: Either Sex: Oct. 15-Jan. 1 Firearms: Buck Only: Oct. 22-Jan. 1; Quota C. Either Sex: Contact Fort Gordon for details. 
Turkey Mar. 25-May 15; Quota C. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29; Quota C. Special Regs All hunting subject to post 
regulations. Hunters may apply for permits for all species by letter between May 1-15 to: WRD Game Mgmt, 142 Bob Kirk Rd NW, Thomson, GA 30824. Include full name, address, SSN, DOB, telephone. Maximum of three hunters per application. Minimum age is 16. Contact Fort for more information. 
 
31-Nov. 10, 14-23, 28-30; Either Sex: Oct. 28-30, Nov. 11- 13, 24-27, Dec. 26. Turkey Mar. 24-May 15. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Feral Hog Aug. 15-Feb. 29. Small game weapons only. No night hunting. No hunting with dogs. Special Regs No dog training Jun. 1-Aug. 14. Pursuit of bears with dogs prohibited. Pursuit of feral hogs with dogs may occur only Aug. 1-Sept. 8; Jun. 2-Mar. 19; May 1-24 during legal daylight hours. Prohibited: Transportation of any loaded weapon in a motor vehicle. Possession of alcohol when hunting. Placing, leaving, or depositing and food, bait, or garbage in a manner likely to attract or concentrate any wildlife, whether for purposes of hunting or viewing animals. Failure to properly store food or garbage so as to prevent access by wildlife. 
 
478.986.5441 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 2. Primitive: Either Sex: Oct. 27-29; Quota 1250. Firearms: Wheelchair Hunters Only/ Either Sex: Oct. 14-15. General Hunt/Either Sex: Nov. 3-5, 10-12, 17-19; Quota 1250. 
Turkey Mar. 27-31, Apr. 10-14, 24-28; Quota 300. 
Small Game Quail/Rabbit/Squirrel Only: Aug. 15-Sept. 9, Oct. 3-13, 16-26, Oct. 30Nov. 2, Nov. 6-9, 13-16, Nov. 20-Feb. 29. Raccoon/Opossum/Fox/Bobcat: Jan. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28. 
Special Regs Detailed hunt information at: www.fws.gov/piedmont/hunting.html. Permit required for all hunting. Permit fee applies. Applications deadlines: Deer - Aug. 31, Turkey - Feb. 29. 
 
Fort Stewart & 
 
Coyotes may be hunted during open seasons with weapons restrictions for game 
 
Savannah NWR 
 
Hunter Army Airfield 
 
species in season. No night hunting. Elec- 843.784.2468 
 
912.767.4354 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Oct. 7; Quota C. Archery Only Areas: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15; Quota C. Primitive: Either Sex: Oct. 8-21; Quota C. Two deer limit and only one may have antlers. Firearms: Buck only: Oct. 24-Nov. 4, Nov. 7-18, 21-23, Nov. 28-Dec. 25, Jan. 1-15; Quota C. Either Sex: Oct. 22-23, Nov. 5-6, 19-20, 24-27, Dec. 26-31; Quota C. Shotgun Only Areas: Either Sex: Sept. 10-Jan. 15; Quota C. 
Turkey Mar. 24-May 15; Quota C. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 29; Quota C. 
 
tronic calls may be used. 
Okefenokee NWR Suwanee Canal Unit 
912.496.7836 
Deer Firearms: Either Sex: Oct. 28-29; Quota 30 C. Wheelchair Hunters Only/ Either Sex: Oct. 28-29; Quota 10 C. Feral hog may be taken; no limit. 
Special Regs Detailed hunt information at: www.fws.gov/okefenokee/hunting.html. Shooting hours close at 12 noon. Shotguns with slugs & muzzleloaders only. Apply by Aug. 31. 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Oct. 1-31. Youth Only in designated areas (free permit required). Firearms: Either Sex: Nov. 1-30; Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Nov. 15-16. Apply by Sept. 15. 
Turkey Apr. 7-28. Small Game Nov. 1-30. Waterfowl Youth Waterfowl Hunts: Nov. 
26, Dec. 3, 10; Quota. Apply by Aug. 31. General Hunt: Statewide Season. Feral Hog Mar. 10-24 and during deer hunts. No limit. Special Regs Detailed hunt information at: www.fws.gov/savannah/hunting.html. 
 
Dove Managed Dove Fields: Wed, Sat., Sun., Holidays during statewide dove sea- Okefenokee - 
 
Wassaw Island NWR 
 
son. Statewide season. No hunting past 12 noon; Quota C. Special Regs Detailed hunt information 
 
Cowhouse Unit 
912.496.7836 
 
843.784.2468 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Oct. 27-29 C. Primitive: Either Sex; Oct. 27-29 C. 
 
at: www.stewart.army.mil/dpw/wildlife/default.htm. Mandatory check-in. All hunting subject to post regulations and access for hunting is not guaranteed. 
 
Deer Archery: Either Sex: Sept. 10-26, Oct. 2-20 S. Primitive: Either Sex: Sept. 28Oct. 1 C. Firearms: Either Sex: Nov. 10-12 C, Nov. 23-27, Dec. 3-6 S. Buck Only: Oct. 22-23, Oct. 29-Nov. 1 S. 
 
Firearms: Dec. 8-10 C. Special Regs Detailed hunt information 
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C. Shotguns with slugs only. 
 
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ZONE A--Eastern Standard Time for 20112012 Season 
 
September 
 
October 
 
November 
 
December 
 
January 
 
February 
 
March 
 
April 
 
May 
 
Day Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set Rise Set 
 
AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM 
 
1 6:59 7:49 7:18 7:09 7:41 6:34 7:07 5:19 7:25 5:30 7:18 5:57 6:51 6:22 7:12 7:44 6:37 8:05 
 
2 7:00 7:47 7:18 7:08 7:42 6:33 7:08 5:19 7:25 5:31 7:18 5:58 6:50 6:23 7:11 7:45 6:37 8:06 
 
3 7:00 7:46 7:19 7:07 7:42 6:32 7:08 5:19 7:25 5:32 7:17 5:59 6:49 6:24 7:09 7:46 6:36 8:07 
 
4 7:01 7:45 7:20 7:05 7:43 6:32 7:09 5:19 7:26 5:32 7:16 6:00 6:47 6:24 7:08 7:46 6:35 8:07 
 
5 7:02 7:43 7:20 7:04 7:44 6:31 7:10 5:19 7:26 5:33 7:15 6:01 6:46 6:25 7:07 7:47 6:34 8:08 
 
6 7:02 7:42 7:21 7:03 6:45 5:30 7:11 5:19 7:26 5:34 7:15 6:02 6:45 6:26 7:05 7:48 6:33 8:09 
 
7 7:03 7:41 7:22 7:02 6:46 5:29 7:12 5:19 7:26 5:35 7:14 6:03 6:44 6:27 7:04 7:48 6:32 8:09 
 
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9 7:04 7:38 7:23 6:59 6:48 5:28 7:13 5:19 7:26 5:36 7:12 6:05 6:41 6:28 7:02 7:50 6:30 8:11 
 
10 7:05 7:37 7:24 6:58 6:48 5:27 7:14 5:20 7:26 5:37 7:11 6:05 6:40 6:29 7:01 7:50 6:30 8:12 
 
11 7:05 7:36 7:25 6:57 6:49 5:27 7:15 5:20 7:26 5:38 7:11 6:06 7:39 7:30 6:59 7:51 6:29 8:12 
 
12 7:06 7:34 7:25 6:55 6:50 5:26 7:15 5:20 7:26 5:39 7:10 6:07 7:37 7:30 6:58 7:52 6:28 8:13 
 
13 7:07 7:33 7:26 6:54 6:51 5:25 7:16 5:20 7:26 5:40 7:09 6:08 7:36 7:31 6:57 7:52 6:27 8:14 
 
14 7:07 7:32 7:27 6:53 6:52 5:25 7:17 5:21 7:25 5:41 7:08 6:09 7:35 7:32 6:56 7:53 6:27 8:14 
 
15 7:08 7:30 7:27 6:52 6:53 5:24 7:17 5:21 7:25 5:42 7:07 6:10 7:34 7:32 6:55 7:54 6:26 8:15 
 
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17 7:09 7:28 7:29 6:50 6:55 5:23 7:19 5:22 7:25 5:43 7:05 6:12 7:31 7:34 6:52 7:55 -- -- 
 
18 7:10 7:26 7:30 6:48 6:55 5:23 7:19 5:22 7:25 5:44 7:04 6:12 7:30 7:35 6:51 7:56 -- -- 
 
19 7:10 7:25 7:30 6:47 6:56 5:22 7:20 5:22 7:24 5:45 7:03 6:13 7:29 7:35 6:50 7:57 -- -- 
 
20 7:11 7:24 7:31 6:46 6:57 5:22 7:20 5:23 7:24 5:46 7:02 6:14 7:27 7:36 6:49 7:57 -- -- 
 
21 7:11 7:22 7:32 6:45 6:58 5:21 7:21 5:23 7:24 5:47 7:01 6:15 7:26 7:37 6:48 7:58 -- -- 
 
22 7:12 7:21 7:33 6:44 6:59 5:21 7:21 5:24 7:23 5:48 7:00 6:16 7:25 7:37 6:47 7:59 -- -- 
 
23 7:13 7:20 7:33 6:43 7:00 5:21 7:22 5:24 7:23 5:49 6:59 6:17 7:23 7:38 6:46 7:59 -- -- 
 
24 7:13 7:18 7:34 6:42 7:01 5:20 7:22 5:25 7:23 5:50 6:58 6:17 7:22 7:39 6:44 8:00 -- -- 
 
25 7:14 7:17 7:35 6:41 7:02 5:20 7:23 5:26 7:22 5:51 6:57 6:18 7:21 7:39 6:43 8:01 -- -- 
 
26 7:15 7:16 7:36 6:40 7:03 5:20 7:23 5:26 7:22 5:52 6:55 6:19 7:19 7:40 6:42 8:02 -- -- 
 
27 7:15 7:14 7:37 6:39 7:03 5:20 7:23 5:27 7:21 5:53 6:54 6:20 7:18 7:41 6:41 8:02 -- -- 
 
28 7:16 7:13 7:37 6:38 7:04 5:19 7:24 5:27 7:21 5:54 6:53 6:21 7:17 7:41 6:40 8:03 -- -- 
 
29 7:17 7:12 7:38 6:37 7:05 5:19 7:24 5:28 7:20 5:55 6:52 6:21 7:16 7:42 6:39 8:04 -- -- 
 
30 7:17 7:11 7:39 6:36 7:06 5:19 7:24 5:29 7:19 5:55 -- -- 7:14 7:43 6:38 8:04 -- -- 
 
31 -- -- 7:40 6:35 -- -- 7:25 5:29 7:19 5:56 -- -- 7:13 7:44 
 
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