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Georgia Hunting & Seasons Regulations 2013-2014 Contents Game Management Offices........................................................4 Law Enforcement Offices............................................................4 Major Changes............................................................................10 License Fees & Sales................................................................. 12 Youth Education, Skill Development & Opportunities......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 Landowner Liability...................................................................24 Baiting.......................................................................................... 26 Establishing Deer Harvest Guidelines for Your Property or Hunting Club.........................................27 National Hunting and Fishing Day.........................................39 Statewide Seasons & Regulations Deer........................................................................................ 2026 Deer, Either-Sex Days......................................................... 2325 Northern & Southern Zone Firearms Maps.................. 2425 Dog Hunting Seasons (Southern Zone)................................ 25 Bear............................................................................................... 28 Turkey........................................................................................... 28 Feral Hog..................................................................................... 28 Alligator........................................................................................29 Small Game..................................................................................29 Trapping........................................................................................29 Falconry........................................................................................29 Migratory Bird Hunting........................................................... 30 Seasons Summary............................................................... 3233 Georgia Public Hunting Opportunities....36 Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) Q&A................. 3739 Alphabetical WMA Index.........................................................39 General WMA Regulations..................................................... 40 Unlawful Activities on WMAs............................................... 40 Shooting Ranges.........................................................................41 Specific WMA Regulations............................................... 4259 Federal Area Regulations...................................................60-61 Specialty Hunts on WMAs & Federal Areas........................62 Dog Training............................................................................... 64 Quota Hunts: Application Instructions................................ 65 Quota Hunts: General Quota Hunt Listings.................6667 Adult-Child Hunt Listings....................................................... 68 Sunrise/Sunset Table............................72 20132014 Georgia Hunting Seasons & Regulations Nathan Deal, Governor Mark Williams, Commissioner, Department of Natural Resources Dan Forster, Director, Wildlife Resources Division BOARD OF NATURAL RESOURCES First District Mark V. Smith Second District Jeff "Bodine" Sinyard Third District Aaron McWhorter Fourth District VACANT Fifth District Paul Shailendra Sixth District Dwight J. Davis Seventh District Thomas M. "Mike" Phelps, Jr. Eighth District J. Mark Mobley, Jr. Ninth District William Bagwell, Jr. Tenth District Ray P. Lambert, Jr. (Secretary) Eleventh District Robert D. Leebern, Jr. (Chairman) Twelfth District Duncan N. Johnson, Jr. Thirteenth District Walter A. Hudson Fourteenth District Delos H. Yancey, III Coastal District Nancy A. Addison Members-At-Large Phyllis T. Johnson Philip C. Watt Philip A. Wilheit, Jr. (Vice Chairman) Alfred W. "Bill" Jones List of Board Members was current as of press time. To see a current list of Board Members please go to www.GADNR.org. About This Publication Welcome to Georgia's 20132014 Hunting Seasons and Regulations. Hunting regulations are set by the Board of Natural Resources, acting on the recommendations of Wildlife Resources Division's professional wildlife biologists and other field personnel. Laws are set by the elected members of the General Assembly. This 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 file with the Secretary of State. The cost of this publication is offset through the sale of advertising space. The 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 Anderson, Senior Wildlife Biologist, GADNR Advertising: J.F. Griffin Publishing (413) 884-1099 On The Cover Photo courtesy Ryan Holt Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this publication. If any errors are discovered, the online version of this publication found at www.gohuntgeorgia.com will be updated. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 3 Introduction contact information & offices Statewide or General Offices Wildlife Resources Division 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 Nongame Conservation.............................................. 770-761-3035 Game Management Region Map 2 1 Game Management Region Office Wildlife Resources Division Headquarters Wildlife Resources Conservation Center 2065 US Highway 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025 Hunting & Fishing Licenses....................................... 800-366-2661 Boating Registration.................................................... 800-366-2661 Hunter Services............................................................ 770-761-3045 Hunter Education......................................................... 770-761-3010 Private Lands Program................................................ 478-994-7583 Special Permits Unit.................................................... 770-761-3044 Boating Education........................................................ 770-918-6414 3 4 Coastal Resources Division Headquarters One Conservation Way, Suite 300, Brunswick, GA 31520 Main Number............................................................... 912-264-7218 Coastal Law Enforcement........................................... 912-264-7237 Law Enforcement Division Headquarters 5 Main Number................................................................ 770.918.6408 6 7 Turn in Poachers (T.I.P.) Statewide...................................800-241-4113 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 Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center.................................... 770-784-3059 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 Division Map PLEASE NOTE: the Law Enforcement regions and offices differ slightly from those in the Game Management map above. Law Enforcement Region Office Law Enforcement 2 Division Headquarters 1 3 4 6 5 7 | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 4 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 (1) (2) (3) AVA I L A B L E C L A S S - E X C LU S I V E(1) A I R S U S P E N S I O N Four drive modes offer automatic load leveling, enhanced off-road ground clearance, and a smooth ride, no matter the haul. The new 2013 Ram 1500 with best-in-class highway fuel economy. Engineered to move heaven and earth. RAMTRUCKS.com (1) Based on Automotive News Classifcation. (2) EPA EST. 25 HWY MPG based on Ram 1500 V6 4x2. (3) See dealer for a copy of the limited warranty and details. Ram is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. INVISIBLE MEETS INVINCIBLE 2014 TERYX4TM CAMO The best hunting spots are often the most difficult to reach. 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Your votes decided the top designs and these eye-catching tags are now available! Wildlife license plates have provided vital funding for the Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division since 1997. The quail plate benefits the Bobwhite Quail Initiative, which depends on tag sales and renewals to restore habitat for bobwhites which also benefits other game species such as rabbits, deer and turkeys as well as nongame species. The eagle plate supports Georgia's Nongame Wildlife Conservation Fund, which is responsible for conserving the more than 1,000 plant and animal species of concern in Georgia research and management that also helps game species. The trout tag provides for conservation, protection and restoration of trout. Here is how we have put your tag dollars to work: Bobwhite quail habitat management, monitoring and research Enhanced habitat for game and non-game wildlife Quota youth quail hunts Bald eagle recovery efforts Trout restoration and stocking It's the support of hunters like you that help make this work possible. If you're an avid outdoorsman, like me, then know that when you buy or renew a wildlife plate your investment in our natural resources is a small way to give back to nature, and ensure it will be there for your enjoyment and for future generations. Thank you for your support and I hope you will join me in purchasing one of these three bumper billboards for wildlife conservation. Mark Williams Commissioner, Georgia Department of Natural Resources | 2013-2014 YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES SEE PAGES 14-15 GEORGIA HUNTING & SEASONS REGULATIONS 2013-2014 REDUCTION OF EITHER-SEX SEE PAGE 23 DEER DAYS NEW PLATES AVAILABLE SEE PAGE 8 www.gohuntgeorgia.com TFFwaociltletoebwro@ouksG.coeonomrFg/aiWacWieldiblldiofeoRkeasnodurTcwesiDttievrisaiotn: GADNR About this Guide This high-quality regulation guide is offered to you by the Wildlife Resources Division through its unique partnership with J.F. Griffin Publishing, LLC. J.F. Griffin is an award winning publishing house that specializes in producing state fish & wildlife regulation books. J.F. Griffin supports the Wildlife Resources Division staff in the design, layout and editing of the guides. They also manage the marketing and sales of advertising to appropriate businesses within the book. The revenue generated through ad sales significantly lowers production costs and generates savings. 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Fully searchable Live hyperlinks to expanded content Email pages One-click printing eRegulations.com/GA/hunting | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 8 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 TAKE P00014308 $10 OFF YOUR NEXT HUNTING PURCHASE OF $50 OR MORE Limit one coupon per customer. Minimum purchase of $50 before sales tax. Total amount of coupon must be redeemed at one time. Cannot be combined with any other offers, coupons, team discounts or Guaranteed In-Stock markdown, or used for licenses or previously purchased merchandise. Coupon valid on in-store purchases only. Not redeemable for cash, gift cards or store credit. No reproductions or rain checks accepted. Returns or exchanges where a ScoreCard Reward or other discount was applied may result in an adjusted refund amount. Excludes firearms, ammunition and Under Armour. Some additional exclusions may apply. See store for details. Valid 7/21/13 through 7/21/14. 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LEGAL FIREARMS FOR FOX & BOBCAT: The Georgia General Assembly passed legislation that expands the legal firearms for hunting fox & bobcat to include any centerfire firearm of .17 caliber or larger. Please see page 18. Family memories are always in season SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY TURKEY SEASON: The Georgia General Assembly passed legislation directing the Department to establish a special opportunity turkey season for youth (16 years of age or younger) and mobility impaired persons. Please see page 28. Seniors (60-64)! Be Counted and Save Up to $200 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. It's never too late to start making year round memories with a hunting lease from Plum Creek. To find a lease or sign up for lease information, go to: plumcreekrecreation.com 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. 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Permit) (expires 2/28/2014) 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 license6 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 7 FREE n/a Veteran $400.00 n/a Non-Resident Grandchild Shooting Preserve license6 n/a $75.00 $1,000.00 $75.00 Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass (GORP)5 TERM FEE Individual 3-day Annual $3.50 $19.00 Small Group (not more than 8 individuals) 3-day Annual $10.00 $35.00 1The Apprentice Hunting license is a three day hunting and fishing 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. 3Non-resident trapping license requires a forfeiture bond. Please refer to application for specific details. 4 Restrictions apply. Go to gohuntgeorgia.com for details and application instructions. 5 Please refer to page 16 for more information. 6Resident and non-resident hunting of pen-raised birds on licensed commercial and private shooting preserves, and fishing within the boundaries of the licensed preserve. 7 Optional Senior Lifetime Commemorative Plastic Card - $10.00 Early Renewal Discount Tip Let us Remind you An easy way to save! Most hunting and fishing licenses offer an early renewal discount of $2.75 when a same privilege license is purchase before expiration--even just one day before it expires. Enter your email address while purchasing and we'll send you a reminder. Quickest Savings Tip Buy online! 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. Where to Buy Your License Internet gohuntgeorgia.com By Phone 1-800-366-2661 In Person License vendors statewide. Check the list of vendors at gohuntgeorgia.com Federal Duck Stamp 1-800-STAMP24 or www.usps.com Social Security Number (SSN) Anyone buying any commercial, professional or recreational licenses and permits must furnish their SSN. No hunting, fishing 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. Biggest Savings Tip Buy a one-time Lifetime License! All ages can buy a Lifetime License and save.* This onetime 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*........................ $1,000 *Special restrictions apply. Visit gohuntgeorgia.com or call 1.800.366.2661 for instructions and more information **$ 10 for durable plastic card Lifetime License holders will need to renew and print a Deer Harvest Record and HIP License and SIP License (if fishing salt water) annually after March 1st. Tip Give a Lifetime License The perfect gift for graduation, milestone birthdays, and even the birth of a child! Visit gohuntgeorgia.com or call 800-366-2661 for information on purchasing a Lifetime License. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 12 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 2013-14 YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES ADVANCED HUNTER EDUCATION HUNT & LEARNS Young Hunters (age 17 and under) develop skills and sharpen wits during these immersive weekend programs. Parents and youth train, hunt and hone hunting techniques--such as proper care for harvested game. $75 (per person) covers food and lodging for the weekend plus Hunter Ed is provided for students who are not certified. Select Hunt & Learns are offered in three levels: LEVEL I An introductory program--open to anyone! During Level 1 programs only the youth may hunt LEVEL II For youth who attended a Level 1 program or any of the following: Youth Hunter Education Challenge Advanced ffa camps Family Day at the Range 4-h bb, archery or shotgun cewc shooting sports camps Scholastic Clay Target Program LEVEL III Open to youth that have attended a Level 2 program. OCT. 11-13, 2013 NOV. 1-3, 2013 NOV. 15-17, 2013 NOV. 15-17, 2013 DEC 6-8, 2013 DEC 6-8, 2013 JAN 31-FEB 2, 2014 JAN 31-FEB 2, 2014 APRIL 11-13, 2014 MAY 9-11, 2014 DEER (QUOTA 20) QUAIL SQUIRREL RABBIT SQUIRREL QUAIL RABBIT FALCONRY TURKEY (QUOTA 15) TURKEY For more information on Hunt & Learns visit: CHARLIEELLIOTT.ORG or call (770) 784-3059 YOUTH HUNTER EDUCATION CHALLENGE The yhec program provides the best practical environment for reinforcing and testing a young hunter's skills. Program events are conducted under simulated hunting conditions and may include shotgun, archery, air rifle, and orienteering components. yhec is recognized as the most comprehensive youth hunting program in North America. It offers "graduate studies" to hunters who have completed their hunter-safety training. For dates of upcoming regional and state competitions please visit GEORGIAWILDLIFE.COM/YHECEVENTS | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 14 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 SUMMER CAMPS Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center offers an array CHARLIE'S TRACKERS AGES 7 8 WILDLIFE RANGERS AGES 9-10 of exciting summer camps--everything from Shooting Sports to Girls of the Great Outdoors. DAY CAMPS OVERNIGHT CAMPS SHOOTING SPORTS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TEAM CHALLENGE ANIMAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AGES 12-16 AGES 11-13 AGES 12-14 For information about summer camps visit GEORGIAWILDLIFE.ORG/CHARLIEELLIOTT/CAMPS or call (770) 784-3059 STATEWIDE ARCHERY CAMPS GIRLS OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS A.C.E - ADVENTURES IN CONSERVATION EDUCATION AGES 10-13 [GIRLS ONLY] MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS The shooting sports program also offers several additional archery camps. For details visit GEORGIAWILDLIFE.ORG/SHOOTING/CAMPS IN SCHOOLS NATIONAL ARCHERY in the SCHOOLS PROGRAM Elementary, middle and high schools in over 100 Georgia counties are nasp certified, offering inschool archery units during physical education and agriculture classes. Woodlawn Elementary School (Chatsworth, ga) won the 2013 nasp National Championship in their division, and Bay Creek Elementary (Loganville, ga) placed third! Grant funding is available to assist your school in purchasing archery equipment for nasp. For more information visit WWW.GEORGIAWILDLIFE.COM/NASP GOT QUOTA? YOUTH HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES Wildlife Management Areas around the state offer age-limited Quota Hunts open only to youth. Visit GEORGIAWILDLIFE.COM and click on QUOTA HUNTS to apply. Many Specialty Hunts (no limits on the number of hunters) are also available. See PAGE 68 for more details. SCHOLASTIC CLAY TARGET PROGRAM The Georgia Independent Schools Association is now offering sctp as a varsity team sport. Students who have passed Hunter Education have the opportunity to shoot trap, skeet and sporting clays with the help and support of trained coaches focused on firearm safety. FAMILY FUN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE DAYS Free events for all ages! For more information check the CALENDAR OF EVENTS on GEORGIAWILDLIFE.COM w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 15 20132014 General Hunting Information 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 certified 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 Three-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, or to hunt pen raised game birds on licensed shooting preserves that provide specified hunter education instruction. Contact your local DNR Law Enforcement Office 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. Age Requirements Hunters under age 16 are not required to complete a hunter education course; however, a child under age 16 must be under "Direct supervision" or "directly supervised", which means uninterrupted, unaided visual contact and auditory communication of a child by an adult. All children under sixteen years of age shall be accompanied by and under direct supervision of an adult eighteen years of age or older when hunting. 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 39 for WMAs and pages 6061 for Federal Areas. Hunters age 1625 must present a Hunter Education Card when purchasing a season hunting license and must possess the card while hunting. 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 certificate. Apprentice hunters may purchase an Apprentice Hunting License for the privilege to hunt and fish in Georgia. Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass (GORP) Any person, age 16-64, entering any designated fee area on state-owned WMAs and PFAs must possess a valid GORP. Persons who possess a valid three-day hunting & fishing, WMA, Lifetime Sportsman's, 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. More information at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. License Requirements Reliable identification and a Social Security Number (SSN) are required to purchase a license (see page 12; OCGA 19-11-9.1). Conservation rangers may require positive identification 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 specified below. It is unlawful to obtain, possess, or use multiple licenses for the purpose of circumventing the season bag limit for deer. Resident means any person 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 official military files 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. Free License for Senior Citizens: Georgia residents 65 years old or older may obtain an Honorary Lifetime Sportsman's License free of charge from any license dealer, or a durable Lifetime License card for $10. See page 12 for details. Free License for Disabled Georgians: Georgia residents who are permanently and totally disabled may obtain a Disability License. Disability License applications may be obtained by mail from the License Unit, 2065 US Hwy 278 SE, Social Circle, GA 30025, by calling 1-800-366-2661 or on the web at gohuntgeorgia.com. 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. Free License for Returning Georgia Veterans (one time only): A one-year (from date of issuance) Honorary License is available free of charge one time 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 office, on the web at gohuntgeorgia.com, or by contacting the License Unit, 2065 US Hwy 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 non-resident 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. This privilege is not covered by the Sportsman License. However, Lifetime Sportsman's 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. The Big Game License requirement is met by residents who possess a Lifetime Sportsman's, Honorary, or Sportsman License. Everyone else who hunts big game must purchase a Big Game License except non-residents under age 16 and resident | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 16 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 hunters 16 years old or older when hunting on land owned by them or their immediate family (blood or dependent relationship) residing in the same household. Dog-deer hunting license is required for all hunters 16 years of age and older participating in a dog deer hunt. Hunters who possess a valid Honorary, Lifetime Sportsman's, or Sportsman's License can obtain the dog deer license at no cost. Deer harvest record is required for any person, regardless of age, who hunts deer. The Deer Harvest Record is valid only for a single deer hunting season. Deer hunters who are not required to purchase a Big Game License (resident youth under 16, Honorary, Lifetime Sportsman's License holders and resident landowners and their immediate family) must obtain a free Deer Harvest Record at gohuntgeorgia.com or from any license agent. All deer hunters must obtain new Deer Harvest Record each deer season. Wildlife Management Area (WMA) License is required for any person 16 years old or older, who does not possess a valid Honorary, Sportsman, or Lifetime Sportsman's License, when hunting on a WMA, PFA or State Park (except that any person hunting on a State Park quota hunt is exempt from this requirement). Migratory Bird Hunting License or Harvest Information Program (H.I.P.) License is required for any person required to possess a license and hunts migratory birds (doves, ducks, geese, woodcock, snipe, coots, rails, or gallinules). This license is free. This license is valid only for a single hunting season and expires at the end of February each year. Lifetime Licenses are valid for the life of LEGAL FIREARMS, the person and cover all hunting and fishing PRIMITIVE WEAPONS & privileges (except Federal Duck Stamp). This ARCHERY EQUIPMENT specifically includes Alligator, Hunting, Big Game, WMA, Georgia Waterfowl Conservation, Fishing, and Trout Licenses. Migratory bird hunters must obtain a H.I.P. license. Deer hunters must obtain a deer harvest record. Dog-Deer hunters must obtain a Dog-Deer Convicted Felons may not possess any firearm (including primitive weapons) while hunting unless that individual's right to carry has been restored (OCGA 16-11-131). This does not apply to archery equipment. license (free of charge). Lifetime License applications can be obtained at gohuntgeorgia.com, Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) offices, or by mail. For identification and proof of residency requirements see information on page 16. Primitive Weapons Legal weapons during primitive weapons season include crossbows, bow and arrow, and any muzzleloading firearm. Scopes are legal. Lifetime license remains valid if the licensee moves outside of Georgia. Archery Equipment Crossbows, longbows, recurve bows, and Resident / Non-Resident Shooting Preserve compound bows are allowed for hunting any License: A 2-year ($12) or lifetime ($75) game or feral hog. Arrows for hunting deer, shooting preserve license is available to resi- bear or feral hog must be broadhead type. dents and nonresidents that covers hunting pen raised game birds and fishing in any Loaded Weapon private or state waters within the boundaries A firearm is considered loaded if a shell is in the of licensed private or licensed commercial chamber or magazine; a percussion cap is on the shooting preserves. Hunter safety require- nipple; or powder is present on the frizzen pan. ments for persons hunting pen raised game A crossbow is considered loaded if it is cocked. birds on properly licensed shooting preserves may be met by hunter education instruction Deer & Bear Firearms that, at minimum, demonstrates techniques Modern Rifles and Handguns: Centerfire for proper firearm handling, unloading, and Only, .22-cal. or larger with expanding bullets. safety. Appropriate licenses, hunter safety There is no restriction on magazine capacity certification requirements, and state seasons for rifles. and regulations apply when hunting wild game birds or other wildlife on shooting preserves, except that it shall be lawful to hunt bobwhite quail between October 1 and March 31 of the Shotguns: 20-gauge or larger loaded with slugs or buckshot. Buckshot is not allowed on WMAs, unless otherwise specified. following year on licensed shooting preserves. Muzzleloaders: .44-cal. or larger, or muzzle- loading shotguns 20 gauge or larger. Scopes are legal. Georgia Waterfowl Conservation License is required for hunting waterfowl, except for hunters with a valid Honorary, Sportsman, or Lifetime Sportsman's License or children under the age of 16. Waterfowl hunters must also obtain a free Migratory Bird Hunting License (H.I.P. permit) in addition to other required licenses and stamps. Federal Duck Stamp is required for all waterfowl hunters 16 years old or older including resident landowners and their immediate family. The stamp is valid from July 1June 30 and must be signed in ink across the face. The Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp is available at US Post Offices, 1-800-STAMP24 or usps.com. Lifetime Sportsman's License is a license that covers all hunting and fishing privileges excluding: Dog Deer License, Alligator License, and Federal Duck Stamp. This license specifically includes Hunting, Big Game, WMA, Georgia Waterfowl Conservation, Fishing and Trout Licenses. Migratory bird hunters must obtain a H.I.P. license. Deer hunters must obtain a deer harvest record. Dog Deer hunters must obtain a Dog Deer license (free of charge). LLeeaarrn W WiitthhUUss Whether you're earning a new degree or continuing your education, theWarnell School has classes designed for you. Undergraduate & Graduate Degrees in: Continuing Education credits for: Fisheries & Wildlife Forestry Water & Soil Resources Natural Resources Recreation and Tourism Natural Resources Professionals Landowners Foresters Game Managers warnell.uga.edu (706)542-2686 w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 17 20132014 General Hunting Information Turkey Firearms Shotguns with No. 2 or smaller shot and any muzzleloading firearm. Feral Hog Firearms Any deer, bear, turkey or small game firearms. There is no restriction on magazine capacity for rifles. Additional weapons restrictions apply on WMAs (see page 37) and Federal lands (see pages 6061). Small Game & Furbearer Firearms Rifles and Handguns: Any .22-cal. or smaller rimfire, air rifle, or any muzzleloading firearm. For fox & bobcat, centerfire firearms of .17 caliber and larger may be used. There is no restriction on magazine capacity for rifles. Shotguns: Any having shot shell size 3.5 inches or smaller in length with No. 2 or smaller shot. Shotguns (Waterfowl): Any 10-gauge or smaller loaded with federally approved nontoxic shot of size "F" or smaller. Lead shot may not be in possession while hunting waterfowl. Unprotected Species Firearms For unprotected species only--any firearm. Training Dogs Persons training dogs for hunting must have a valid Hunting License unless they are on their own land or land of an immediate relative. There is no closed season for training dogs on private lands. It is unlawful to possess firearms (except handguns with blank or shot cartridges), axes, climbers, or other equipment for taking game while training hunting dogs except that shotguns with number six or smaller shot may be used while training pointing, flushing, and retrieving dogs using pen raised quail and pigeons provided that the dog trainer maintains proof of purchase of pen raised quail. It is unlawful to run deer with dogs, except during open seasons for hunting deer with dogs, or to take game by any means while training hunting dogs, except during open seasons for such game. For specific rules & regulations for dog training on WMAs & Chattahoochee National Forest see page 64. Legal Hours Legal hours for hunting are 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset, except that alligators, raccoons, opossums, foxes, coyotes, bobcats and feral hogs may be hunted at night. Any light used to hunt raccoons, opossums, foxes, bobcats or feral hogs shall be carried on the person of a hunter, affixed to a helmet or hat worn by a hunter, or be part of a belt system worn by a hunter. There is no voltage restriction on such lights. Legal hours for migratory bird hunting conform to federal regulations (see page 40). Closed Areas Hunting for all species of wildlife is prohibited on that portion of Morgan Falls Lake (Bull Sluice) lying within Fulton Co. and in Willeo Creek. Counties or parts of counties not specifically open by law or regulation are closed to hunting. Counties open for hunting do not include lands lying within WMAs, PFAs, State Parks, or other State/Federal lands except when such lands are specifically opened. Special Firearm Restrictions Plugged Shotguns: Shotguns must be Required Clothing plugged to a maximum capacity of 3 shells A hunter, and anyone accompanying the hunter, (magazine and chamber combined) except must at all times wear as an outer garment at for deer, bear and feral hog shotguns, which least 500 square inches of visible hunter orange are limited to maximum capacity of 5 shells. above the waist (which may include a head Plugs must be one piece and incapable of covering) when hunting: being removed through the loading end of deer during the primitive weapons or fire- the magazine. arms deer season Protected Species It is unlawful to take nongame wildlife except fiddler crabs, coyotes, armadillos, groundhogs, beavers, starlings, English sparrows, pigeons, and venomous snakes. Additionally, rats, mice, frogs, spring lizards, freshwater crayfish, and freshwater mussels may be taken except for species on Georgia's Protected Species List. No more than 10 freshwater turtles may be Suppressors: Suppressors may not be used bear during the primitive weapons or fire- possessed without a commercial turtle permit for hunting. arms bear seasons (contact the Special Permit Unit at (770) 761-3044 Alligator Equipment Hand-held ropes or snares, snatch hooks, feral hogs during the primitive weapons or firearms deer season to apply for permit). The taking of freshwater mussels requires a Fishing License or Commercial Fishing License. For more infor- harpoons, gigs, or arrows with restraining line Hunter orange is not required on WMA or mation on the commercial taking of freshwater attached. Lawfully restrained alligators may be Corps of Engineers tracts designated archery- mussels, consult your local state fisheries office killed with any caliber handgun or bangstick. only, unless otherwise indicated. or visit gofishgeorgia.com. Unlawful Activities Hunt, shoot, kill, or wound any farmed deer (e.g. elk, red deer, fallow deer, sika deer, or axis deer) or exotic wild animal (e.g. farmed deer, mouflon sheep, Barbary sheep [aoudad], antelope, etc.) held under a wild animal license for enjoyment, gain, amusement, or sport. Hunting while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Use of any pitfall, deadfall, snare, catch, trap, net, live decoy, or baited hook to take game species. Hunting or shooting from or across a public road. Discharging a firearm within 50 yards of a public road. Hunting from a vehicle, plane, or boat under power. Hunting without landowners' permission, including power line, gas line, railroad and other rights-of-way. Written permission must be obtained if land is so posted. Use of drugs, poisons, chemicals, smoke, gas, or explosives, or electronically-amplified sounds to hunt any game species. Use of electronic communications equipment to aid in the pursuit of game. Use of a computer or any other device to remotely discharge a firearm for the purpose of hunting. Selling or purchasing any game species or parts thereof, except antlers, hides, and tails of legally taken deer, tails of legally taken squirrels, and legally taken alligator products. Disturbing wildlife dens, holes, or homes, or driving wildlife, except venomous snakes, from their dens, holes, or homes. Blinding wildlife with lights. Killing or crippling game without reasonable efforts to retrieve. Holding, possessing, releasing, or importing wildlife without a permit from the DNR. Concealing the taking or possession of wildlife (or parts) which the person in possession reasonably should have known was obtained illegally. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 18 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Someone's Stealing Georgia's Wildlife 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. Go Ahead and Make Their Day-- Turn In Poachers TurnInPoachers@dnr.state.ga.us 1-800-241-4113 We Are Available 247365 Wildlife Violator Compact Georgia, along with 38 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. 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Archery hunters must wear at least Deer hunting Regulations Archery Season Either Sex Statewide: Sept. 14Oct. 11 500 square inches of hunter orange during primitive weapons and firearms deer seasons except in Archery-Only Counties. Deer Hunting With Dogs Deer may be hunted with dogs only within authorized seasons and localities (see page Archery Only Counties: Fulton (north of GA Hwy 92) and all of Clayton, Cobb, and DeKalb Counties): Sept. 14Jan. 1 in accordance with statewide bag limits and other regulations. Primitive Weapons Season Either Sex During the statewide primitive weapons deer season, youth under 16 years of age may hunt deer with any legal deer firearm. 25). Additionally, deer may be hunted with dogs only on leased properties of at least 1,000 contiguous acres or privately-owned properties of at least 250 contiguous acres that are permitted by DNR. Permits are specific to a Extended Archery Season: Clayton, Cobb, Additionally, youth under 16 years of age piece of property. Only one annual permit DeKalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, and may hunt deer with any legal deer firearm application per property should be submitted. Rockdale Counties only; Jan. 231 in accor- during any WMA primitive weapons hunts. Applications for a permit must be received at dance with statewide bag limits and other Oct. 1218; Statewide, except in archery-only least 30 days prior to hunting deer with dogs. regulations. counties and in accordance with bag limits, Applicants wishing to hunt on opening day Chattahoochee-Oconee NF: During firearms deer season, archers must follow firearms either sex dates on the National Forest. Please see page 24. county-wide antler restrictions and other regulations. Primitive weapons hunters may not possess any centerfire or rimfire firearm while hunting during the primitive weapons season for deer, except that any person possessing a must submit an application by September 6, 2013. Applications for a permit may be obtained by visiting www.gohuntgeorgia.com. To legally hunt deer with dogs, each hunter 16 years and older must possess a deer dog Additional Archery Season Information Archers may not possess any firearm while hunting during the archery deer season , except that any person possessing a Weapons Carry License that is valid in this state pursuant to OCGA 16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such firearm subject to the limitations of OCGA 16-11-126 and 16-11-127 except where prohibited by federal law. Archery hunting is allowed during firearms deer seasons and deer of either Weapons Carry License that is valid in this state pursuant to OCGA 16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such firearm subject to the limitations of OCGA 16-11-126 and 16-11-127 except where prohibited by federal law. Scopes may be used. Firearms Season See pages 24 and 25 for firearms deer season, dog deer seasons and either-sex dates. hunting license in addition to all other required licenses and permits. The fee for this license is $5 except that Honorary, Sportsmen's and Lifetime license holders may obtain the license at no charge. Dogs used for hunting deer on such properties must be marked with the assigned permit number during a hunt. The permit number also must be clearly displayed on all vehicles being used during a dog deer hunt. 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One of the two antlered deer must have a minimum of 4 points, 1 inch or longer, on one side of the antlers. There are no antler restrictions for the other antlered buck. In counties with antler restrictions, special restrictions apply (see pages 24-25). County-wide Antler Restrictions Antlered bucks may be harvested in Dooly and Macon Cos. only if they have a minimum outside antler spread of 15 inches. In Hancock, Harris, Meriwether, Montgomery, Randolph, Talbot, and Troup Cos., antlered bucks may be taken only if they have a minimum of 4 antler points, 1 inch or longer, on one side of the antlers. regardless of age or residency must obtain a deer harvest record and must record all deer harvest information. Transporting Deer Harvested by Another Hunter Persons transporting deer harvested by another hunter must possess, in writing, the complete name, address, telephone and hunting license number of the person who harvested the deer. Cooler Lockers Whole or field dressed deer received by a cold storage or processing facility must be marked by the facility operator with hunter's name, county of kill, sex of deer, and date of kill. A list of processors is available at gohuntgeorgia.com. Head of Deer It is unlawful to remove the head of a deer until the deer is self-processed or surrendered to a storage facility for storage or processing. 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. Lakes, Streams & Ponds It is unlawful to take a deer by any means while it is in a lake, stream, or pond. 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 deer harvest record has been permanently marked. Hunters may not possess multiple deer harvest records. All deer hunters IMPORTATION 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). Kodabow Crossbows Simplicity At Its Best From the leader in innovative RECURVE crossbow design. The most versatile and feature-rich crossbow you can buy! Ruger invests in Kodabow! 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Beginning this season, the number of firearms either-sex days is reduced in most counties. For those counties (see pages 24-25), Dec. 1-25 will be buck-only. Why Reduce Either-Sex Days? Fawn recruitment rates -- the number of fawns that survive into fall -- have declined in all five of Georgia's physiographic regions and about 26 percent statewide. Also, doe harvest rates have increased 13 percent over several years, while the percentage of does in the harvest has remained near 65 percent. Echoing these trends, comments during recent public meetings indicated strong support for reducing the doe harvest. Combined, these factors warranted regulatory changes to reduce the doe harvest. While no regulation will satisfy everyone, the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) developed a regulation that strikes a balance between addressing biological concerns with the deer population and the desires of deer hunters. Why Restrict Either-Sex Days in December? WRD evaluated the long-term harvest data used to inform regulation development. The last significant expansion of either-sex days occurred from 2000-2002 and was 23-27 days. Those changes essentially converted the historical "December break" from "buck-only" to "either-sex" days. Before, does accounted for 50-52 percent of the total deer harvest. Since, does have accounted for nearly 65 percent of the harvest, and remained near that level. Regulation changes this season represent a similar management step to achieve population stabilization and allow moderate growth in some areas. Why Not Reduce the Bag Limit? Harvest data indicate that most deer hunters (93 percent) kill two or fewer does. Thus, any change in bag limit would have to be drastic (e.g., from 10 to two) to affect a populationlevel change in the deer herd. This would reduce the doe harvest far beyond what is needed to stabilize the population. This would also unduly restrict management flexibility on some properties and areas where a higher doe harvest may be needed to meet desired management objectives. What about Coyotes? While coyotes do kill deer, hunters are the No. 1 source of deer mortality and the only source that hunting regulations can affect. WRD cannot develop regulations that will affect the number of deer taken by coyotes! However, options for hunters managing coyotes are quite liberal. On private lands, coyotes can be taken 24 hours a day year-round. Electronic calls can be used and there are no light or firearms restrictions. Coyotes can also be trapped year-round. In a nutshell, there are few, if any, restrictions on taking coyotes. Why Not Add a Coyote Bounty? Coyote bounties attempted in numerous areas of the western U.S. over the last century have not succeeded in significantly reducing coyote populations. Harvest data obtained from Georgia deer hunters indicates they annually take an estimated total of 95,000 coyotes while deer hunting. Adding a bounty of $5 per coyote would cost about $475,000 a year. This would be a significant expenditure to justify and, unless more funds were appropriated, likely would not increase the number of coyotes killed. Coyotes The 30-Pound Predator In The Deer Woods Coyotes and deer coexisted in Georgia for more than 30 years. So why does their coexistence seem to be such a big issue now? In the early and mid-2000s, the deer population began declining. Research on a handful of properties revealed interesting impacts of coyote predation on fawn recruitment, or the number of fawns per doe that survive or are "recruited" into the fall population. It's also generally accepted that coyote abundance increased across the state during this time. The correlation between fewer deer and more coyotes may seem to be a direct cause and effect relationship, but there are other factors at play. Although coyote predation on fawns can be factor, the decrease in the deer population largely resulted from increased harvest because of public desires to reduce the deer density in most regions. Georgia's Deer Management Plan 2005-2014 was a direct reflection of this desired trend. Current science-based research in Georgia indicates that the impact of coyotes is highly variable and can vary widely on properties that are close together. Coyotes are very mobile and have home ranges that can cover thousands of acres. This may contribute to high variation in impacts on fawn recruitment from area to area and even on the same property from year to year. If you believe coyotes are a concern where you hunt, what can you do? Trail camera surveys are an excellent way to estimate fawn recruitment and evaluate whether a problem exists. Professional wildlife biologists with WRD are available, as are private biologists, to help you set up a survey and assess the data. If coyote predation is a problem, the first step is to evaluate your doe harvest. Doe harvest may be contributing to a decrease in deer density as much as, or more than, other predators. In most cases, reducing the doe harvest, or even temporarily eliminating it, may solve the problem. If coyote removal is needed, the most effective method is intensive trapping immediately before and during fawning. When coyotes are killed during deer season or trapped in January, transient coyotes quickly move in and fawn recruitment will likely not improve. While coyotes are a management issue for deer managers to consider, hunters kill four deer for each deer a coyote kills. Humans are the dominant predator on deer. Coyotes can have an influence, but they will not be the end of deer hunting in Georgia. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 23 Dade Whitfield Murray Habersham Deer Hunting either sex days Zones Catoosa Fannin Towns Union Rabun Walker Chattooga Floyd Gordon Bartow Gilmer Pickens Cherokee Dawson Lumpkin White Hall Stephens Banks Franklin Forsyth Jackson Madison Hart Elbert Polk Haralson Paulding Cobb Douglas Gwinnett DeKalb Barrow Walton Clarke Oconee Oglethorpe Wilkes Lincoln Fulton Rockdale Carroll Heard Troup Coweta Meriwether McDuffie Clayton Fayette Newton Morgan Greene Taliaferro Henry Spalding Butts Jasper Putnam Hancock Pike Lamar Monroe Jones Baldwin Warren Glascock Columbia Richmond Upson Bibb Crawford Northern Zone Either Sex Days Map Northern Zone Northern Zone Firearms Deer Season (Oct. 19-Jan. 1) Buck only except during either sex days. Fulton (north of GA Hwy 92) and all of Clayton, Cobb, and DeKalb Counties are CLOSED to firearms deer hunting. In the portion of Forsyth County lying south of GA Hwy 20, archery equipment, shotguns and muzzleloading firearms only (no other firearms allowed). Either Sex Days on Chattahoochee & Oconee National Forests Either sex days on National Forest lands differ from county regulations. Chattahoochee NF (lands east of I-75): Oct. 26, Nov. 9, and Nov. 30 Chattahoochee NF (lands west of I-75): Same as county either- sex days. Oconee NF: Oct. 26-27, Nov. 28-30, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 Either Sex: Oct. 26, Nov. 9, Nov. 28-30, Jan. 1 Fannin, Rabun, Towns, and Union. Either Sex: Oct. 26-27, Nov. 9-10, Nov. 19-30, Jan. 1 Banks, Franklin, Gilmer, Habersham, Hart, Lumpkin, Murray, Stephens, White, and Whitfield. Southern Zone Southern Zone Either Sex Days Map Jefferson Washington Burke Southern Zone Firearms Deer Season (Oct. 19-Jan. 15) Harris Talbot Muscogee Chattahoochee Marion Taylor Macon Wilkinson Peach Houston Twiggs Bleckley Laurens Johnson Jenkins Emanuel Screven Treutlen Candler Bulloch Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26-Jan. 15 Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Baker, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Bulloch, Burke, Calhoun, Camden, Effingham Candler, Charlton, Chatham, Chattahoochee, Clay, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Cook, Crisp, Decatur, Dodge, Dougherty, Montgomery Toombs Stewart Schley Sumter Webster Quitman Randolph Terrell Lee Dooly Crisp Pulaski Wilcox Dodge Wheeler Telfair Turner Ben Hill Jeff Davis Evans Tattnall Bryan Appling Liberty Long Early, Echols, Effingham, Emanuel, Evans, Glynn, Grady, Houston, Irwin, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Chatham Lanier, Laurens, Lee, Liberty, Long, Lowndes, Marion, McIntosh, Miller, Mitchell, Muscogee, Peach, Pierce, Pulaski, Quitman, Schley, Screven, Seminole, Stewart, Sumter, Tattnall, Taylor, Telfair, Terrell, Thomas, Tift, Clay Irwin Calhoun Dougherty Worth Tift Coffee Bacon Wayne McIntosh Toombs, Treutlen, Turner, Twiggs, Ware, Washington, Wayne, Webster, Wheeler, Wilcox, Wilkinson, and Worth. Early Baker Pierce Miller Mitchell Berrien Atkinson Colquitt Cook Ware Brantley Glynn Lanier Decatur Grady Thomas Brooks Lowndes Clinch Charlton Camden Either Sex: Oct. 19-Jan. 15 Dooly, Harris, Macon, Montgomery, Randolph, Talbot. 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 Seminole Echols four points (one inch or longer) on one side of the antlers are legal. Landowner Liability & Hunting Legal liability has been identified as a major concern among landowners when considering whether or not to grant access to hunters to hunt their property. Legal liability has also been offered as a reason some landowners have stopped allowing hunter access to their property. This is an important issue of concern with the increasing need of improving deer management and hunting access. To encourage landowners to make their lands available to the public for recreational purposes, including hunting and fishing, Georgia law (OCGA 51-3-20 through 51-3-26) explicitly shields landowners from civil liability for injuries to persons who use their land for recreational purposes without charge unless the landowner willfully or maliciously fails to guard against or warn of a dangerous condition, use, structure, or activity. Landowners will not be liable unless they violate this standard of care. Georgia Courts have interpreted this reasonable standard of care as the "duty of slight care", which is lower than that of ordinary care. Georgia law (OCGA 27-3-1) further extends this same protection to landowners, lessees of land, or lessees of hunting or fishing rights who give permission to another to hunt or fish on their property with or without charge. 24 Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 Baldwin, Barrow, Bartow, Bibb, Butts, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Clarke, Columbia, Coweta, Crawford, Dade, Dawson, Douglas, Elbert, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth (In Forsyth County south of GA Hwy 20, only shotguns and muzzleloaders are legal for firearms deer hunting.), Fulton, Glascock, Gordon, Greene, Gwinnett, Hall, Haralson, Heard, Henry, Jackson, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Lincoln, Madison, McDuffie, Monroe, Morgan, Newton, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Paulding, Pickens, Pike, Polk, Putnam, Richmond, Rockdale, Spalding, Taliaferro, Upson, Walker, Walton, Warren, and Wilkes. Either Sex: Oct. 19-Jan. 1 Hancock, Meriwether, and Troup. 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Jefferson Burke Washington Harris Talbot Muscogee Chattahoochee Marion Taylor Macon Wilkinson Peach Houston Twiggs Bleckley Laurens Johnson Jenkins Emanuel Screven Treutlen Candler Bulloch Effingham Montgomery Toombs Stewart Schley Sumter Webster Quitman Randolph Terrell Lee Dooly Crisp Pulaski Wilcox Dodge Wheeler Telfair Turner Ben Hill Jeff Davis Evans Tattnall Bryan Appling Liberty Long Chatham Clay Calhoun Dougherty Early Miller Baker Mitchell Seminole Decatur Grady Worth Irwin Tift Coffee Berrien Atkinson Colquitt Cook Lanier Clinch Thomas Brooks Lowndes Echols Bacon Wayne Pierce Ware Brantley McIntosh Glynn Charlton Camden Dog Hunting Seasons Map Taurus Public Defender #1165 Ruger LCP with Laser #2500-3 Buffalo Sling #27-132 www.huntercompany.com Made in USA Please refer to our online Hunter catalog at www.huntercompany.com for our full line of Holsters, Slings, Belts, and Accessories. 3300 W. 71st Ave., Westminster, CO 80030-5303303-427-4626FAX: 303-428-3980 w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 25 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 any State or Federal managed lands 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 up to $5,000 or imprisonment up to 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. INJURED or HURT? Contact James E. 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While there is no statewide season and bag limit structure that will meet the desires of everyone, Georgia's current regulations are designed to provide a framework for deer managers to use when establishing site-specific management strategies. Extreme variations in deer densities can exist within an area; therefore, responsible deer management by landowners and hunting clubs is essential especially proper doe harvest rates. It is hunters' responsibility to establish management objectives on the property they hunt. When determining those objectives it is critical to consider property size, habitat conditions, and management of adjacent properties. Establishing doe harvest per land area can be an effective tool. General guidelines for appropriate doe harvest rates across Georgia are: one doe per 75 acres to decrease density; one doe per 150 acres to stabilize density; or one doe per 200 acres to increase density. Keep in mind that these guidelines may not be applicable in all areas and are no substitute for objective population monitoring, which is critical to a successful deer management program. Georgia hunters can get technical assistance for creating a management program from WRD's professional biologists or a private biologist. However, biological recommendations are only as good as the information provided. Objective biological data result in better recommendations. Effective deer management requires more work than simply killing deer. At a minimum, biological data should be kept on each deer harvested (e.g., sex, age, weight, antler measurements). In many instances, a harvest strategy that is more restrictive than the statewide framework may be needed. Eithersex days and bag limits are effective at protecting statewide and regional populations from over-harvest, but they cannot provide the same protection for every single property. 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HALF DAY QUAIL HUNT Unlimited Birds and Lunch $375 No Overage No Cleaning Fee Don't Mortgage the Farm for a Great Hunt! 334-738-5066 www.greatsouthernoutdoors.com w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 27 Hunting Regulations bear, turkey, feral hog, alligator & small game Bear Restriction Killing of females with cub(s) or bears under 75 pounds is prohibited. Northern Bear Zone In Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Dade, Dawson, Fannin, Floyd, Forsyth, Franklin, Gilmer, Gordon, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Madison, Murray, Pickens, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, Walker, White, Whitfield Cos.: Archery: Sept. 14-Oct. 11 Primitive Weapons: Oct. 12-18 Firearms: Oct. 19-Dec. 1 Hunting bears with dogs or over bait is prohibited. Harvested bears must be reported to personnel of the Wildlife Resources Division, Gainesville Office (770) 535-5700 or Armuchee Office (706) 295-6041 within 24 hours of harvest. After hours, call 1-800-241-4113. At a minimum, the hide and skull must be taken to the Gainesville or Armuchee office within 3 business days of harvest for tagging. Harvested bears may also be checked at any WMA check station in the counties listed above that are open for a managed deer/bear/hog hunt between 8 a.m.8 p.m. during the bear season. Central Bear Zone In Bibb, Houston, Twiggs Cos.: Firearms: Dec. 14 Hunting bears with dogs or over bait is prohibited. Hunting bears on WMAs in the Central Zone is prohibited. Harvested bears must be checked and tagged at the Oaky Woods WMA check station between 12 noon and 9 p.m. on the day of the hunt. Southern Bear Zone In Brantley, Charlton, Clinch, Echols and Ware Cos.: Firearms: Sept. 26-28, Oct. 3-5, Oct. 10-12 CUSTOM OUTDOORS OF GEORGIA Hunting with dogs is allowed. Hunting over bait is prohibited. Bears must be checked and tagged at one of these locations: Fargo Georgia Forestry Commission Office Noon to 9 p.m., all hunt days; Waycross DNR Office Thursdays and Fridays 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Saturdays Noon 9 p.m., Sept. 26-28, Oct. 10-12; Dixon Memorial WMA Oct. 3-5, 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Statewide Season Limit Two; provided, however, that no more than one of which may be taken from the Southern or Central Zones. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15, 2014, statewide. Season Limit: 3 Gobblers. SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY SEASON Mar. 15-16, 2014 Only for youth 16 years of age and younger and mobility impaired persons (i.e. confined to wheelchair, hemiplegia, monoplegia, paraplegia, or single-leg amputation above the knee). Such hunters must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) who may call but may not take or attempt to take a turkey. This season does not apply to public lands unless otherwise indicated on pages 42-61. Feral Hog Private Lands No closed season; no limit. Feral hogs may be hunted at night with a light (no voltage restriction), which is carried on the person, affixed to a helmet or hat, or part of a belt system worn by a hunter. No hunting from a vehicle. Hunting over bait is allowed. A resident Hunting License is required to hunt feral hogs 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-residents must possess a non-resident hunting license. National Forest Lands (outside of WMAs) Hogs may be taken with archery equipment during archery deer season, with deer weapons during firearms deer season, with turkey weapons during turkey season and with small game weapons during small game season. 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. See page 64 for dog training seasons and rules. No limit. No night hunting. No hunting over bait. Hunting license requirements must be met. Hunter orange is required during firearms and primitive weapons deer seasons. Transporting & Release It is illegal to release any trapped or transported live feral hogs into any area that is not fenced to prevent escape of such feral hog. Any persons convicted of the release of live feral hogs in violation of established laws and regulations may be subject to revocation of hunting privileges for up to three years. Transport and possession of live feral hogs are regulated by Georgia Department of Agriculture, contact the Animal Industry Division at 404-656-3671 for more information. Warning Feral hogs can carry infectious diseases that are transmissible to people. To avoid possible exposure, wear plastic gloves when field-dressing feral hogs; wash hands with soap and hot water immediately afterwards; avoid direct contact with blood and reproductive organs; cook thoroughly, and properly dispose of all waste. Processing Any facility that processes hogs for a fee must be licensed as a red meat establishment by the Dept. of Agriculture. Deer processors can obtain a Custom Feral Hog Exempt license from the GA Dept. of Agriculture, Meat Inspection Section for $10. Contact the Meat Inspection Section at (404) 656-3673 for more information. This licensing requirement does not apply to anyone processing a feral hog for their own use. 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On WMAs in the open zones, alligators may be taken during open small game dates that coin- Coyotes, Armadillos, Groundhogs, Beavers, Starlings, Pigeons & English Sparrows No closed season. No limit. Electronic calls may be used for hunting coyotes. with zone specific quotas as follows: cide with the open season for alligator (unless Zone 1 Q65 Calhoun, Chattahoochee, Clay, Early, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph, Stewart, Terrell, and Webster Cos. otherwise specified) by valid permit holders only. WMA license required. No alligator hunting on National Wildlife Refuges. Trapping Dec. 1Feb. 28 for mink, otter, fox, raccoon, opossum, muskrat, skunk, bobcat, and weasel. There is no closed season for trapping beavers Zone 2 Q140 Baker, Decatur, Grady, Miller, Small Game and coyotes. Complete trapping regulations can Mitchell, and Seminole Cos. Bobcat & Fox Zone 3 Q60 Crawford, Crisp, Dooly, Dougherty, Dec. 1Feb. 28. No limit. Hunting with dogs be obtained on the web at gohuntgeorgia.com or from any WRD office. Houston, Lee, Macon, Peach, Schley, Sumter, allowed. Bobcats and foxes may be hunted Taylor, and Worth Cos. with small game firearms or centerfire firearms Falconry Zone 4 Q85 Berrien, Brooks, Colquitt, Cook, of .17 caliber or larger. Manual calls only. Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Thomas, Tift, and Grouse Turner Cos. Oct. 15Feb. 28; Daily limit: 3. Valid falconry permit required. Hunting license required. Quail (Daily limit: 12), grouse (Daily limit: 3), and rabbit (Daily limit: 12); Oct. 1Mar. 15. Zone 5 Q70 Ben Hill, Bibb, Bleckley, Coffee, Opossum Dodge, Jeff Davis, Laurens, Montgomery, Oct. 15Feb. 28; No limit. Squirrel (Daily limit: 12); Aug. 15Mar. 15. Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Twiggs, Wheeler, Wilcox and Wilkinson Cos. Quail Nov. 16Feb. 28; Daily limit: 12. See Late-Season Migratory Bird brochure for falconry waterfowl season information. 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Snipe Nov. 15Feb. 28; Daily Limit: 8. Woodcock Dec. 7Jan. 20; Daily Limit: 3. Legal Hours Dove: 12 noon until sunset on opening day of September season, and hour before sunrise to sunset for the remainder of the season. Other Migratory Birds: hour before sunrise to sunset. Federal Youth Waterfowl Days Only youth 15 years of age or younger may hunt waterfowl or geese on these days. An adult at least 18 years of age must accompany the youth into the field but may not hunt. Dates available in late August at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. Banded Birds Hunters harvesting any banded migratory bird should call the Bird Banding Laboratory at 1-800-327-BAND or go to www.reportband.gov. 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. Migratory Bird Hunting License (H.I.P. 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The Wildlife Resources Division uses these funds for projects that promote conserva- tion of wildlife and their habitats; provide public access to Georgia's wildlife resources; hunter education and development; shooting range development and enhancement; wildlife research; and many other wildlife conservation projects.Examples of projects funded through the program include: Successful restoration and management of white-tailed deer, wild turkey and black bear; Acquisition and/or management of more than 935,000 acres of public hunting lands on more than 100 Wildlife Management Areas statewide; Support and promotion Cycle of Success of the National Archery in the Schools program; Construction, management and maintenance Better hunting & wildlife-associated recreation. Hunters purchase hunting equipment. of Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center trap & skeet range and 17 other shooting ranges statewide; Assess the impacts of coyote predation State agencies implement programs & projects. Manufacturers pay excise tax on that that equipment. on fawn recruitment; Population size, survival and reproductive ecology of the central Georgia black bear population; and many other important wildlife conser- States receive grants. U.S . Fish & Wildlife Service allocates funds to State wildlife agencies. vation projects. To learn more about Wildlife Restoration in Georgia, visit www.fws.gov and www.gohuntgeorgia.com | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 30 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 BEST RECOIL REDUCTION ON THE MARKET! The A400 Xtreme features the latest evolution of Beretta's patented recoil reduction system, Kick-Off Mega. Its de ning characteristic is a proven 60% recoil reduction, virtually eliminating muzzle rise and any cheek movement on the stock as the shotgun cycles. 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No more than 10 may be antlerless and no more than 2 may be antlered. One 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. Primitive Weapons: Oct. 12-18 Firearms: Oct. 19-Dec. 1 Firearms: Dec. 14 Two per season, Statewide; provided, however, that no more than one of which may be taken from the Southern or Central Zones. Harvested bears must be reported and tagged. Please see page 28. 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Call (303) 291-PLAN (7526) Mon-Fri: 8-5 MT Brochures online at cpw.state.co.us/BigGame w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 33 General Hunters for the Hungry | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 34 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Georgia Public Hunting Opportunities Jordan Haney, Smithgall Woods, December Hunt Section Contents Introduction Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) Q&A................. 3739 Alphabetical WMA Index.........................................................39 Regulations General WMA Regulations..................................................... 40 Unlawful Activities on WMAs............................................... 40 Archery & Firearms Shooting Ranges...................................41 Legend of Symbols for WMAs/Federal Areas.................... 42 Specific WMA Regulations............................................... 4259 Specific Federal Area Regulations................................... 6061 Dog Training on WMAs........................................................... 64 Buck Hawkins, Charlie Elliott, December 28, 2012 Summary of Specialty Hunts Specialty Hunts on WMAs & Federal Lands..........................62 (Ladies, Honorary License, Wheelchair, Feral Hog, Coyote & Dove) Quota Hunts Quota Hunt Application Instructions................................... 65 General Quota Hunts.........................................................6667 (Turkey, Dove, Waterfowl, Quail/Rabbit, Deer, State Park Deer, Dog-Deer) Adult-Child Hunts.................................................................... 68 (Deer, Waterfowl, Quail, Dove, Turkey) Game Management Regional Offices Region 1 Northwest Regional Office 2592 Floyd Springs Rd. Armuchee, GA 30105 (706) 295-6041 Region 3 East Central Regional Office 142 Bob Kirk Rd. NW Thomson, GA 30824 (706) 595-4222 Region 2 Northeast Regional Office 2150 Dawsonville Hwy. Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 535-5700 Region 4 West Central Regional Office 1014 MLK Blvd. Fort Valley, GA 31030 (478) 825-6354 Region 5 Southwest Regional Office 2024 Newton Rd. Albany, GA 31701 (229) 430-4254 Region 6 South Central Regional Office 1773-A Bowens Mill Hwy. Fitzgerald, GA 31750 (229) 426-5267 Region 7 Coastal Regional Office 1 Conservation Way Brunswick, GA 31520 (912) 262-3173 | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 36 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Public Hunting Opportunities Wildlife Management Areas Q&A The Wildlife Management Area (WMA) system offers diverse hunting opportunities on approximately one million acres. Each WMA offers unique hunting opportunities based upon factors such as climate, topography, access, wildlife population dynamics and public desires. Therefore each WMA has specific rules and regulations. You should always be familiar with the rules and regulations for a WMA before visiting. Below are several important frequently asked questions related to hunting on WMAs. Tip Before You Go All of the applicable rules and regulations are not featured in the WMA Q & A. So, it is highly recommended that you become familiar with all of the information provided in the annual Hunting Seasons & Regulations publication and at www.gohuntgeorgia.com before you visit the WMA system. Q: What are the best sources of information for hunting WMAs? A: The annual Hunting Seasons & Regulations publication is your most comprehensive resource and is available in print or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. You can also sign up for email alerts and visit the specific WMA pages for real time information. Click on the RED envelope at gohuntgeorgia.com. In addition, Game Management region offices can provide assistance over the telephone. CAUTION: There are numerous websites offering WMA related resources such as maps and regulations. These may not be reliable sources of information and may contain errors and omissions or inaccurate critical information. For the most accurate information go to: www.gohuntgeorgia.com Q: Where can I find maps of WMAs? A: Wildlife Resources Division offers WMA maps (line, topographic, and aerial). You view/ print/download all WMA maps free of charge at: www.gohuntgeorgia.com Q: When can I hunt on a WMA? A: Each WMA has unique hunting opportunities and regulations. WMAs are typically open for hunting during specific dates and not the entire statewide seasons. You should become familiar with the regulations for a WMA before visiting. In addition, WMAs are open to scouting outside of posted seasons (unless specified otherwise). Q: What is a QUOTA hunt? A: A quota hunt is a hunt that allows a predetermined number of hunters to participate. A quota is used for several reasons: to conserve natural resources (wildlife and their habitats); to provide a high quality hunting experience; and to maintain a high level of safety. You must submit an application and be selected in order to participate in a QUOTA hunt (this includes children or any other persons who wish to participate in the hunt). Quota permits are non-transferrable. More information on quota hunts is available in the Quota Hunt Section on page 65. Q: What is the difference between a CHECK-IN and a SIGN-IN hunt on a WMA? A: CHECK-IN or SIGN-IN is required prior to hunting during any managed firearms deer, bear, turkey or hog hunt on a WMA (except as otherwise specified). It may also be required on some special hunts for other game species. Refer to the specific WMA listing to determine whether a hunt is designated as CHECK-IN or SIGN-IN. Check-In/Sign-In is available beginning at noon one day prior to hunt at check station/kiosk. Sign-In online is available for non-quota sign-in hunts at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. CHECK-IN Hunt: Hunters must check-in prior to hunting. Check-in permits are available starting at noon one day prior to the hunt, and anytime during the hunt. Complete the CHECK-IN permit; deposit the bottom copy in the permit box at the check station; keep the top copy in your possession throughout the hunt. Check-In is required once for each check-in period. SIGN-IN Hunt: Hunter must sign-in prior to hunting. Sign-In is required only once per hunt. SIGN-IN and CHECK-IN hunts have different requirements for handling harvested game. See below for details. Q: What do I do if I harvest a deer, bear, turkey or hog on a WMA? A: CHECK-IN Hunt: You must check-out your harvested game or feral hog at the check station on the day of harvest. Deer harvested on CHECK-IN hunts will receive a special tag and should not be recorded on your Deer Harvest Record. SIGN-IN Hunt: You must sign-out your harvested game or feral hog at the check station/kiosk on the day of harvest. Deer harvested on SIGN-IN hunts must be recorded on your Deer Harvest Record. MANDATORY WMA BEAR HARVEST REQUIREMENTS All bears must be reported and tagged. See page 28 for specific requirements by Bear Zone. Q: How many deer can I harvest on a WMA hunt? A: CHECK-IN Hunt: Two deer of either sex may be harvested during any one check-in hunt, except that on Quality Buck hunts your harvest is restricted to one Quality buck and one antlerless OR two antlerless deer. Additional restrictions may apply such as antler restrictions; refer to the specific WMA listing for details. SIGN-IN hunt [lasting less than one week]: Two deer may be harvested during any one sign-in hunt. SIGN-IN hunt [lasting one week or longer]: The bag limit is the statewide limit. Important Note: Deer harvested on all SIGN-IN hunts must be recorded on your Deer Harvest Record and count toward your season limit. You are required to sign-out the harvested deer as well. Q: What if the WMA has Quality Buck restrictions? A: Several WMAs are managed for Quality Bucks. This means there are restrictions on the buck you may harvest. A Quality Buck WMA will have one of the following restrictions: Requires a minimum of 4 points on one side and points must be at least one inch long OR Requires a 15 inch outside spread OR 16 inch main beam. Requires a minimum of 4 points on one side and points must be at least one inch long OR a 15 inch outside spread. On hunts having quality buck antler restrictions, only one antlered buck may be harvested per hunt. Always refer to the specific listing for a WMA to determine if it is Quality Buck and the applicable restrictions. Q: What weapons may be used to hunt feral hog on a WMA? A: Feral hogs are not a game species and are considered incidental take during any hunt on a WMA (except during Special Hog Hunts). This means that you must use the legal weapons for the specific game species for which the WMA is open. So, if a WMA is open for small game then you may only use legal weapons for small game if you intend to hunt for feral hogs. Muzzleloaders and archery equipment are legal during small game and turkey seasons. However, during Special Hog Hunts only, you may use any legal firearm. Electronic calls may be used for feral hog. Night hunting and baiting are prohibited on WMAs. Q: Why are some gates closed on WMAs? A: There are a number of reasons why roads may be closed to motor vehicles. These include: provide a quality hunting experience protect sensitive and/or critical habitats and species during nesting or other natural wildlife cycles to minimize disturbance weather conditions may dictate closure for public safety or to minimize damage and erosion road maintenance or repair law enforcement tool for crime deterrence to increase huntable acres Some roads are only intended for WRD personnel to perform management related activities on a WMA (such as timber harvest, habitat management, prescribed fire or emergency response). Roads that are typically closed may be open during Big Game hunts to provide better access and evenly distribute hunters. See tip below for how to get more information on access. Tip Here's how you can learn more about access before you go to a WMA: check our website (www.gohuntgeorgia.com) for notices of road closures obtain a WMA map that denotes area specific access w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 37 Public Hunting Opportunities wildlife management areas Q&A contact the responsible region office regarding questions pertaining to the specific status of roads or access features Q: What are the rules related to dogs on a WMA? A: Dogs must be confined or kept on a leash except when hunting or training during designated seasons or on designated areas. See Dog Training section on page 64 for more details. Q: How do I know if I need a Georgia Outdoor Recreation Pass (GORP)? A: Any person, age 1664, entering any designated fee area on WMAs and PFAs must possess a valid GORP. Persons who possess a valid three-day hunting & fishing, 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 days from effective start date and an annual GORP is valid for no more than 365 days from effective start date. A GORP may be purchased at www.gohuntgeorgia.com, 1-800-366-2661, or license vendors. Transaction fees apply (please refer to page 12). 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 individuals on a WMA or PFA may be required to obtain a "Right of Entry" agreement (ROEA) from the Department. A Right of Entry agreement must be formally requested from the Department no less than thirty days prior to the proposed event, activity, or series of events or activities. Events that conflict with the primary uses (e.g. hunting and fishing) of a WMA or PFA may be prohibited. Contact the respective Game Management office (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 ROEA requirement. Q: Can I camp on a WMA? A: All camps shall be in designated camp- grounds unless otherwise posted at the check station, except that camping is allowed anywhere on National Forest Lands unless otherwise indi- cated or signed. Forest Service regulations govern outdoor recreation on WMAs located on NatioCnal Forest Lands. Camping, or establishment of a campsite, shM all be limited to a period of time not to exceedY 14 consecutive days; after which the campsite shall be vacated and all personally owned propertCyM or physical features of the camp are removed foMYr a period of not less than 7 days. During that 7-day period a new campsite may not be establishCYed within the boundaries of the same WMA or CMY within 1 mile radius of the vacated campsite by the same person(s). K It is unlawful for any person to use any musical instruments, radios, televisions, generators or other noise making devices after 10:00 p.m. or before 7:00 a.m. in such a manner that such devices may be heard by other WMA visitors. Camping or driving motor vehicles on managed wildlife openings is prohibited. Carving, cutting, chopping or damaging of live trees is prohibited. A Fishing License and a WMA License are Loaded firearms are prohibited in camping areas, required to fish on state Public Fishing Areas except that any person possessing a Weapons (PFAs) and Waters Creek Trophy Trout Stream Carry License that is valid in this state pursuant to on Chestatee WMA (see fishing regulations). OCGA 16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such A trout license is required in trout waters. firearm subject to the limitations of OCGA Anglers possessing a Three-Day Fishing, 16-11-126 and 16-11-127, except where prohibited Honorary, Disability, Sportsmen's, or Lifetime by federal law. Campers are responsible for their Sportsman's License are not required to have own trash. No person shall unreasonably disturb a WMA License for fishing. or annoy others through abrasive, insulting, or threatening words or actions, or disobey any lawful order of a law enforcement official, or act in a manner resulting in a breach of the peace. Q: Can I sight in my gun or target shoot on a WMA? A: DNR provides shooting ranges on several WMAs statewide. Target practice is prohibited Q: Can I collect firewood on a WMA? outside of designated ranges. Please refer to page A: Only trees that are dead and down may be cut 41 for more information. and used for firewood by visitors while staying on WMAs. Annual firewood cutting permits are issued for private use by the region office. On National Forests, firewood permits are available from the district US Forest Service offices. Q: What are the restrictions for tree stands and other hunting structures on WMAs? A: Hunting structure means any portable tree stand, ground blind, stool, chair, bucket, waterfowl blind, or other similar device used for the Q: Can I fish on a WMA? purpose of hunting. Hunters may not construct A: Unless otherwise posted, fishing is allowed on or hunt from any tree stand that is not portable or WMAs according to statewide regulations. When natural. Tree stands may not be placed on utility fishing on WMAs that are not one of the listed poles or other structures supporting utility lines. GORP areas, only a Fishing License is required For big game and feral hog hunts, hunting struc- (a trout license is additionally required to fish tures shall not be placed any sooner than one day in mountain trout waters). On WMAs listed as prior to the hunt and shall be removed from the GORP areas, requirements for the GORP must WMA no later than 12 noon the day following the be met in addition to having a fishing license. hunt. For small game hunts, hunting structures On these GORP WMA areas, a three-day combo may be placed and shall be removed from the hunting & fishing license fulfills both fishing WMA only on the day of the hunt, except that (non-trout) & GORP requirements. There are on opening day of dove season hunters shall other license combinations that fill both GORP not enter a managed dove field and hunting and fishing license requirements for these structures shall not be placed on a managed dove GORP areas (for example, anglers possessing field prior to 10 a.m. a Three-Day Fishing, Honorary, Disability, Sportsman's, or Lifetime Sportsman's License are not required to have a WMA or GORP to fish on thes1e6a99re4aGs.Ahunt_TNhunt.ai 1 5/22/13 Q: What do I need to know about riding horses or bicycles on WMAs? A: Horses and bicycles are restricted to open im9p:r4o0veAdM roads, designated trails, or designated Get The Best You Can Get. 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A: ATVs may be operated only on open improved roads within WMAs during the period between 2 hours before sunrise and 2 hours after sunset one day prior to and during big game, small game, and special hog only hunts by hunters actively participating in the hunt except where otherwise specified according to 391-4- 2-.70. However, on National Forest Lands including WMAs on the National Forest, ATVs are restricted to designated trails unless posted otherwise. Roads may be closed at the discretion of the DNR. Vehicles may not be parked in such a way as to block an open or closed roadway. All motor vehicles are restricted to improved roads open for vehicular access. "Improved Roads" are roads that receive maintenance for the purpose of hunter access, and "Open Roads" are roads not closed with a gate, sign, earthen berm or similar device intended to prevent vehicular access. Motor vehicles (including ATVs, dirt bikes, utility vehicles, golf carts, and other off-road vehicles) must meet applicable safety, licensing, insurance and registration requirements for use on public roads. Vehicle and ATV operators must be at least 16 years old. Fees on National Forest Lands: Fees may be charged for camping, ATV/ORV trails, shooting ranges, and boat ramps on the National Forest. These fees apply to all users. For more information, visit www.fs.fed.us/conf or contact any US Forest Service Office. Q: What do I need to know about supervising children on WMAs? A: "Direct supervision" or "directly supervised" means uninterrupted, unaided visual contact and auditory communication of a child by an adult. All children under sixteen years of age shall be accompanied by and under direct supervision of an adult eighteen years of age or older when hunting. Adult/Child Hunts on WMAs, State Parks & NWRs (Hunts for those under age 18) On Adult/Child Hunts for big game, all children (17 years old and under) shall be accompanied and directly supervised by a responsible adult; an adult shall supervise no more than one child. On Adult/Child Hunts for small game, one adult may directly supervise no more than two children (17 years old and under). Adults and children may possess firearms and hunt on small game and non-quota big game Adult/ Child Hunts provided that an adult hunting on such hunts shall be directly supervising a child who is actively participating in the hunt. During Adult/Child big game quota hunts, only one firearm is allowed and only the child may hunt. All Adult/Child big game hunts are firearms hunts unless specified otherwise. Saturday, September 28, 2013 The U.S. Congress and President Nixon established National Hunting & Fishing (NHF) Day 39 years ago to recognize hunters and anglers for the time and money--more than $1 billion each year--they donate to wildlife conservation programs. NHF Day events provide FREE opportunities for everyone to learn more about outdoor skills and activities. Visit gohuntgeorgia.com/ getinvolved to learn about Georgia events such as FREE fishing, FREE kids events and Outdoor Adventures Days. Alphabetical WMA Index -- refer to page numbers below for specific WMA information Albany Nursery.................................... 53 Alexander..............................................47 Allatoona.............................................. 42 Altamaha.............................................. 57 Altamaha: Waterfowl Area.................. 57 Arrowhead........................................... 42 BF Grant.............................................. 50 Balls Ferry State Park......................... 50 Bartram Forest WMA.......................... 50 Beaverdam.......................................... 55 Berry College....................................... 42 Big Dukes Pond NA..............................47 Big Hammock...................................... 55 Big Lazer Creek................................... 50 Blanton Creek...................................... 50 Blue Ridge........................................... 45 Broad River.......................................... 45 Bullard Creek....................................... 55 Cedar Creek........................................ 50 Cedar Creek: Little River Area............ 50 Chattahoochee Bend SP.................... 50 Chattahoochee WMA.......................... 45 Chestatee............................................ 45 Chickasawhatchee.............................. 53 Clarks Hill..............................................47 Clayhole Swamp................................. 58 Clybel/Charlie Elliot..............................51 Cohutta................................................ 42 Coopers Creek.................................... 45 Coosawattee....................................... 43 Coosawttee Carter's Lake.................. 43 Cordele Fish Hatchery........................ 53 Crockford-Pigeon Mountain............... 43 Dawson Forest.................................... 45 Di-Lane.................................................47 Dixon Bay..............................................47 Dixon Memorial................................... 55 Dodge County PFA.............................. 55 Doerun Pitcherplant Bog WMA.......... 53 Dukes Creek-Smithgall Woods SP...... 45 Echeconee Creek.................................51 Elbert County.......................................47 Elmodel................................................ 53 Evans County PFA............................... 56 FD Roosevelt SP..................................51 Fall Line Sandhills WMA......................51 Fishing Creek....................................... 48 Flat Creek PFA......................................51 Flat Tub................................................ 56 Flint River............................................. 53 Fort Yargo SP...................................... 46 Germany Creek................................... 48 Grand Bay............................................ 56 Griffin Ridge......................................... 58 Hannahatchee..................................... 54 Hard Labor Creek SP.......................... 48 Hart County......................................... 46 Hiltonia Tract........................................ 48 Horse Creek......................................... 56 Hugh Gillis PFA.................................... 56 Indian Ford Farm Dovefields............... 56 JL Lester.............................................. 43 Joe Kurz................................................51 John's Mountain.................................. 43 Keg Creek............................................ 48 Lake Russell........................................ 46 Lake Seminole..................................... 54 Lake Walter F George......................... 54 Little Satilla.......................................... 58 Lower Broad River............................... 48 Lula Bridge Tracts............................... 46 Mayhaw................................................ 54 McDuffie PFA....................................... 48 McGraw Ford....................................... 43 Mead Farm........................................... 48 Mistletoe SP........................................ 48 Montezuma Bluffs WMA..................... 54 Moody Forest WMA............................ 56 Oaky Woods.........................................51 Ocmulgee.............................................51 Ocmulgee: Gum Swamp Creek Tract..................51 Oconee................................................ 48 Oconee: Dan Denton Waterfowl Area................................. 48 Ohoopee Dunes WMA........................ 56 Oliver Bridge........................................ 56 Ossabaw Island Heritage Preserve.... 58 Otting Tract.......................................... 43 Panola Mountain SP............................ 49 Paradise PFA....................................... 56 Paulding Forest................................... 43 Paulks Pasture..................................... 58 Penholoway Swamp............................ 58 Perry Dove Field.................................. 52 Phinizy Swamp.................................... 49 Pine Log............................................... 44 Rayonier Corridor Lands..................... 58 Redlands.............................................. 49 Redlands: Watson's Spring Area........ 49 Redtop Mountain SP........................... 44 Rich Mountain..................................... 44 Rich Mountain: Cartecay Tract........... 44 Richard B. Russell SP......................... 49 Richmond Hill...................................... 58 River Bend........................................... 56 River Creek, the Rolf & Alexandra Kauka............................... 54 Rocky Mountain.................................. 44 Rogers................................................. 59 Rogers State Prison Farm Dove Fields........................................ 57 Rum Creek........................................... 52 Rum Creek: Berry Creek..................... 52 Sansavilla............................................. 59 Sapelo Island....................................... 59 Sheffield............................................... 44 Silver Lake........................................... 54 Soap Creek.......................................... 49 Sprewell Bluff WMA............................ 52 Standing Boy Creek Tract................... 52 Swallow Creek..................................... 46 Tallulah Gorge SP................................ 46 Townsend............................................ 59 Tuckahoe............................................. 49 Tugaloo SP.......................................... 46 Walton Public Dove Field.................... 49 Warwoman........................................... 46 West Point........................................... 52 West Point: Dixie Creek Area.............. 52 West Point: Glovers Creek Area......... 52 Wilson Shoals...................................... 46 Yuchi.................................................... 49 Zahnd................................................... 44 w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 39 Public Hunting Opportunities General Wma Regulations All WMA laws, rules and regulations, unless otherwise specified, must be followed on Public Fishing Areas and State Parks open for hunting. WMA license is required except for State Park Quota Hunts. Camping, hiking and other recreational uses are allowed year-round, unless otherwise posted at the WMA check station or at a specific recreation site. All WMA visitors are encouraged to wear hunter orange during the hunting seasons. Specific recreation sites may be closed as needed for management purposes by posting at the site. Quota Hunts See pages 62, 6568 for details. Feral Hog, Deer, Bear & Turkey See WMA Q&A on page 37. Direct questions regarding a specific WMA to the region office for that WMA. See office contact info page 36. Migratory Birds Crows, Snipe & Woodcock may be taken on small game dates during the statewide seasons unless otherwise specified. Electronic calls may be used for crows. No limit on crows. Duck hunting on managed impoundments at Altamaha (Butler Island), Cordele Hatchery, Evans PFA, Oconee & Rum Creek WMAs, West Point WMA - Glovers Creek tract is by quota only. Hunters must hunt from assigned areas or ponds. Shooting hours end at 12 noon, except the last Saturday of the season, when hunting is allowed until sunset. See page 66 for quota hunt information. Waterfowl hunting can take place only during specified waterfowl hunting dates. Waterfowl on all other WMA locations may be hunted any day of the waterfowl season that the area is open for small game hunting or as otherwise specified. 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 specified in the WMA listings on pages 4259. See page 29 for more information. Coyotes may be taken during big game, small game, and special hog hunts as well as special coyote hunts (See page 62). Weapons are restricted to legal firearms and archery equipment for the game species specified for a particular hunt in the WMA listings on pages 4259 of this booklet. Electronic calls may be used. No night hunting. Unlawful Activities on WMAs Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Camping or operating a motor vehicle upon any permanent wildlife opening. Consuming alcohol except at camp sites (this regulation does not apply on National Forest Lands). Driving a vehicle around any gate, sign, earth berm, or similar device intended to prevent vehicular access. Hunting within 50 yards of any road opened for vehicular access. (Possession of a loaded firearm within 50 yards of a road opened for vehicular access is considered hunting.) Hunting within a posted safety zone. Night hunting except for raccoon, fox, opossum, bobcat, and alligator (permitted alligator hunters only). Placing bait or wildlife food and hunting any game species or feral hog over bait. Possessing a cocked crossbow in a motor vehicle. Possessing a firearm during a closed hunting season for an area, except on designated shooting ranges, unless such a firearm is unloaded and stored in a motor vehicle so as to not be readily accessible, except that any person possessing a Weapons Carry License that is valid in this state pursuant to OCGA 16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such firearm subject to the limitations of OCGA 16-11-126 and 16-11-127, except where prohibited by federal law. Possessing alcohol while hunting on National Forest lands. Possessing a loaded firearm (a gun is considered loaded if a shell is in the chamber or magazine, a percussion cap is on the nipple, or powder is present on the frizzen pan) in a motor vehicle, except that any person possessing a Weapons Carry License that is valid in this state pursuant to OCGA 16-11-126(f) or 16-11-129 may carry such firearm subject to the limitations of OCGA 16-11-126 and 16-11-127, except where prohibited by federal law. Possessing or using buckshot except on dog-deer hunts. Shooting from a motor vehicle. Taking or possessing any wildlife except during an open season for that species. Target practicing except on an authorized shooting range. Trapping except that special permits may be issued for certain WMAs. Using metal detectors or collecting artifacts. Using motor vehicles, signage, flagging tape, or any other method(s) to close or restrict access to roads, trails or any other access features. Using paintball equipment (this regulation does not apply on National Forest Lands). Falconry: All WMAs are open for falconry during listed small game dates for a specific area (see pages 4259). 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 dates, unless otherwise specified in the WMA listings on pages 4259. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer hunts. Night hunting is allowed, unless otherwise specified. Hunters must pick up their dogs by 12 noon on the day following the hunt. Electronic calls are prohibited. Small Game: Unless otherwise specified, hunters are allowed to hunt any small game with an open season (see page 33) during the small game dates specified in the WMA listings on pages 4259. No small game or furbearer hunting is allowed during managed deer hunts except that migratory birds may be hunted during archery deer hunts during open state season unless otherwise specified. Unprotected Nongame Species may be taken only during small game dates. TRAPPING Limited opportunities to trap on certain WMAs are available by permit only. Trapping is intended to facilitate meeting desired management objectives for wildlife or to minimize damage to property or habitats. Such opportunities are available on: Albany Nursery, B. F. Grant, Bullard Creek, Clayhole, CrockfordPigeon Mtn, Dawson Forest, Dixon Memorial, Elmodel, Penholoway, Rum Creek, Tuckahoe, West Point, and Yuchi WMAs. Please contact the appropriate region office for further details or to apply for a permit. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 40 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Public Hunting Opportunities Shooting ranges DNR provides archery and firearms shooting range opportunities around the state. GORP fees may apply. See page 16 for details. Hours and days of operation vary. Range rules are posted at all ranges. Hearing and eye protection are required at all firearms ranges. Clay targets are prohibited. Most ranges are not staffed. Use ranges at your own risk. Please visit gohuntgeorgia.com or call the appropriate Game Management office for hours, complete rules, and specific range information. A WMAs/PFAs/SPs with Archery Ranges # Location 108 J. L. Lester WMA 115 Rich Mountain WMA -- Cartecay Tract 117 Rocky Mountain PFA 213 Tallulah Gorge State Park 303 Clarks Hill WMA 313 McDuffie PFA 316 Oconee WMA 318 Panola Mountain State Park 325 Walton Public Dove Field 409 Clybel WMA 413 Flat Creek PFA 416 Ocmulgee WMA 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 604 Bullard Creek WMA 606 Dodge County PFA 617 River Bend WMA Victoria Bryant State Park GORP Required S WMAs with Firearms Ranges For directions and additional range information visit www.gohuntgeorgia.com # Location Range Hours GORP Required 104 Cohutta WMA Sunrise to sunset daily. $5.00 parking fee. May 1Aug. 31: 9:00 a.m.8:00 p.m. 109 John's Mountain WMA Sept. 1April 30: 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED $5.00 parking fee. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday: 9:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. 216 Wilson Shoals WMA 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. 326 Yuchi WMA TuesdaySunday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Mondays: CLOSED 404 Big Lazer Creek WMA MondaySunday: daylight hours ThursdaySunday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. 406 Cedar Creek WMA MondayWednesday: CLOSED 409 Clybel WMA TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Sunday & Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. 416 Ocmulgee WMA Sunday: 1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. 423 West Point WMA Sunday: 1:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySaturday: 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA Sunday: 12:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Monday: CLOSED 507 Hannahatchee WMA TuesdaySunday: sunrise to sunset Monday: CLOSED TuesdaySunday: sunrise to sunset 510 Mayhaw WMA Monday: CLOSED 602 Beaverdam WMA Daylight hours 603 Big Hammock WMA Daylight hours 604 Bullard Creek WMA Daylight hours 605 Dixon Memorial WMA Daylight hours 710 Richmond Hill WMA Sept. 16March 15: 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. March 16Sept. 15: 9:00 a.m.8:00 p.m. Tuesday: CLOSED DR ROTO-HOGTM POWER TILLER Faster, Easier, More Productive Food Plots Perfect for preparing and planting food plots, lawns, cover crops, gardens and landscaping. 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Each listing provides the specific information applicable to that WMA/ PFA/State Park. However, if you require additional information, a contact number is provided with each listing. Please review the legend below. Each listing will have a list of applicable symbols located in its header as a quick reference. It is strongly recommended that you review the WMA Q & A information on pages 3739. Maps for each area are available for print/download at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. Northwest REGION 1 (706) 295-6041 101 C HL Allatoona WMA 6,818 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 17S Firearms C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 19-20S General Hunt/Either Sex: Oct. 21-Dec. 1S|Dec. 26-Jan. 1S Map: Region 1 107 119 109 111 117 102 103 108 104 104 115 106 116 105 113 110 101 118 114 112 Legend S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 17S Firearms C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 19-20S General Hunt: Oct. 21-Dec. 1S|Dec. 26-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Dec. 2-25, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 Waterfowl State season except closed Oct. 19-20. Special Regs No firearms allowed in U.S. Corps of Engineers developed campsites. Horse and bicycle trails & areas are closed all day Oct. 19-20 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. 102 a C Arrowhead WMA 400 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Dec. 21-Jan. 5S Bear Archery Dec. 21-Jan. 5S Turkey Q2 Apr. 19-20S Small Game Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Oct. 12-14, Nov. 9-11, Jan. 18-20. Waterfowl C Adult-Child (only child can hunt): Sept. 21S|Dec. 14S|Jan. 11 S. Shooting hours until 12 noon. 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. 103 C B R Q Berry College WMA 15,029 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Nov. 4|Nov. 10-15 Firearms Q1000 Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 6-9C Q1000 Either Sex: Dec. 4-7C C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Jan. 11- 12C. Only child may hunt. Bear Archery Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Nov. 4 | Nov. 10-15 Firearms Q1000 Nov. 6-9C Q1000 Dec. 4-7C C Adult-Child: Jan. 11-12C. Only child may hunt. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Aug. 15-Nov. 4, Nov. 10-Dec. 2, Dec. 8-Jan. 9, Jan. 13-Feb. 28. No night hunting. Bird & Rabbit Dog Training Area: Aug. 1-Nov. 4, Nov. 10-Dec. 2, Dec. 8-Jan. 9, Jan. 13-Mar. 19. See page 64. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11. Sign-In Special Regs There is no open season for the taking of any wildlife on Berry College Refuge. Firearms and archery equipment are prohibited on refuge. Hunters may not use the main campus for gaining access. Horse, bicycle and foot trails and areas are closed all day during deer firearms season and before 10:00 a.m. during deer archery and turkey season. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Rome Take U.S. 27 north to jct. of Old Summerville Rd.; turn left on Old Summerville Rd. and go 1.5 miles to jct. with CCC Rd. at check station. 104 S P Cohutta WMA 96,503 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Oct. 14-18S Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 10-13C|Dec. 4-8C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Oct. 14-18S Firearms Oct. 10-13C|Dec. 4-8C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug 15-Sept 13, Oct. 19-Dec 2, Dec 9-Feb 28. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 42 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 SPECIFIC WMA REGULATIONS FERAL HOG Q30 Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Mar. 8-14 C. Hunter orange required, big game weapons allowed, hogs may not be removed from area alive. DIRECTIONS From Ellijay Take HWY 52 west 9.2 miles; turn right at Conasauga Lake sign; go 3.5 miles; turn right on USFS Road #68, go 2.0 miles to check station. From Chatsworth Take U.S. HWY 411 North to Eton; turn right at traffic light and follow Holly Creek Rd. 11.6 miles to check station. From Cisco Take GA HWY 2; go 3 miles to jct. with West Cowpen Rd.; check station at jct. 105 a W Q COOSAWATTEE CARTER'S LAKE WMA 3,300 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18|Nov. 4-Jan. 1 FIREARMS Q40 W Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Nov. 1-3C BEAR ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Oct. 18|Nov. 4-Jan. 1 FIREARMS Q40 W Wheelchair Hunters Only: Nov. 1-3C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-30, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 RABBIT DOG TRAINING Wed/Fri/Sat Nov. 1-Feb. 28. Designated areas only. 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 C B R Q COOSAWATTEE WMA 5,936 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 16S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 1820C. Only child may hunt. Q400 Either Sex: Nov. 14-16C|Dec. 19-21C BEAR ARCHERY Sept. 14-Oct. 16S FIREARMS C Adult-Child: Oct. 18-20C. Only child may hunt. Q400 Nov. 14-16C|Dec. 19-21C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 21-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-Dec. 17, Dec. 22-Feb. 28 Bird & Rabbit Dog Training Area: Aug. 1-Oct. 16, Oct. 21-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-Dec. 17, Dec. 22-Mar. 19. See page 64. SPECIAL REGS ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Chatsworth Hunters must SignIn/Check-In and Sign-Out/Check-Out harvested big game at the Coosawattee Carter's Lake Archery Area check station. 107 C HL O G B R CROCKFORD-PIGEON MOUNTAIN WMA 19,951 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 17| Oct. 21Nov. 12 FIREARMS C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies/Either Sex: Oct. 1920C Buck Only Either Sex Deer Last Day: Nov. 14-16; Dec. 11-14C BEAR ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Oct. 17|Oct. 21-Nov. 12 FIREARMS C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 19-20C General Hunt: Nov. 14-16C|Dec. 11-14C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Aug. 15-Oct. 17, Oct. 21-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-Dec. 9, Dec. 15-Feb. 28. Limit 3 rabbits/person. Bird & Rabbit Dog Training Area: Aug. 1-Oct. 17, Oct. 21-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-Dec. 9, Dec. 15-Mar. 19. See page 64. O Coyote: Mar. 1-20S. Small game weapons only. DOVE Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Oct. 12-17, Nov. 28-Dec. 9, Dec. 15-Jan. 11 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 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. 108 A C O G B R Q J.L. LESTER WMA 477 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Nov. 24-30|Dec. 23Jan. 2 FIREARMS Q20 C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 5-6C|Jan. 11-12C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Q5 Rabbit Hunts: Jan. 4, Feb. 23; Limit 3 rabbits/person and 9 rabbits/party. Q4 Quail Hunts: Jan. 5, Feb. 22; Limit 6 quail/person and 12 quail/party. Bird & Rabbit Dog Training Area: Aug 1-Oct 3, Oct 7-Nov 22, Dec 1-21, Jan 3-9, Jan 13-Feb 28 except during scheduled field trials. Field trial schedule is posted at check station or call (706) 295-6041. O Coyote: Mar. 10-20S. Small game weapons only. DOVE C Adult-Child: Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept.21 WATERFOWL State season except during field trials and deer hunts. SPECIAL REGS ATVs prohibited. DIRECTIONS From Cedartown South of Cedartown 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. 109 S C HL Q JOHN'S MOUNTAIN WMA 24,849 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Either Sex: Sept 14-Oct 24, Oct 28Nov 26, Dec 1-Dec 26, Dec 30-Jan 1. Sign-In once for the season. FIREARMS C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies/Either Sex: Oct. 2627C Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Nov. 28-30C Dec 28-29C BEAR ARCHERY Sept 14-Oct 24, Oct 28-Nov 26, Dec 1-Dec 26, Dec 30-Jan 1. Sign-In once for the season. FIREARMS C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 26-27C General Hunt: Nov. 28-30C Dec. 2829C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Aug. 15-Oct. 24, Oct. 28-Nov. 26, Dec. 1-26, Dec. 30-Feb. 28 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. 110 a G MCGRAW FORD WMA 2,255 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 26-Jan. 1 BEAR ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 26-Jan. 1 TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Dec. 2-25, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 DOVE Sept 7-22, Oct 12-20, Nov 28-Jan 11 WATERFOWL Statewide waterfowl season. SPECIAL REGS Horse and bicycle trails and areas 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. 111 a F OTTING TRACT WMA 700 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 23-Jan. 1 BEAR ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 23-Jan. 1 TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Fur Bearer Dog Training Area: Aug 15- Sept 13, Dec 2-22, Jan 2-Feb. 28. DIRECTIONS From Cloudland Take HWY 157 north 2.1 miles. The property is north of HWY 157. 112 C O B R PAULDING FOREST WMA 25,707 acres 706.295.6041 DEER ARCHERY Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 9; Oct. 14-18 Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 1113C. Only child may hunt. Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 21-24C TURKEY Mar. 22-May 15S SMALL GAME Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 19, Nov. 25-Feb. 28 Bird & Rabbit Dog Training Area: Aug. 1-Oct. 9, Oct. 19-Nov. 19, Nov. 25-Mar. 19. O Coyote: Mar. 1-20S. Small game weapons only. W W W.GOHUNTGEORGIA.COM Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 43 Specific WMA Regulations Special Regs Directions Either Sex: Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 0.4 miles; turn left on Big Texas Valley ATVs prohibited. Horse & bicycle trails From Acworth Take I-75 north to exit 285; 26-Jan. 1 Rd.; go 5.4 miles to entrance. and areas, except Silver Comet Trail, are turn right on Red Top Mountain Rd.; go closed all day during firearms deer hunts 1.5 mi to park entrance. 115 and before 10:00 a.m. during archery deer and turkey hunts. Coyote hunting is pro- P hibited in bird dog training area. Rich Mountain WMA Directions 19,955 acres 706.295.6041 At jct. of U.S. 278 and HWY 61, take U.S. Deer 278 west 7 miles to check station. Archery 113 O P Q Either Sex: Sept 14-Oct 2, Oct 7-18. Sign-In once for the season. Pine Log WMA Firearms 14,134 acres 706.295.6041 C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Holders & Ladies/Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Oct. 4-6C Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 19-24C Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Day: Bear Nov. 20-23C Archery Buck Only: Dec. 11-14S Sept 14-Oct 2, Oct 7-18. Sign-In once Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Nov. 20-23C for the season. Firearms C H L Adult-Child, Honorary License Holders & Ladies: Oct. 4-6C Nov. 19-24C General Hunt: Dec. 11-14S Turkey Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Bear Archery Sign-In once for the season. Sept. 14-Dec. 1 | Dec. 26-Jan. 1 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Dec. 2-25, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 Special Regs Horse and bicycle trails and areas are closed before 10:00 a.m. during deer, bear, and turkey seasons. 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. 117 a A Rocky Mountain Recreation & PFA 3,000 acres 706.802.5087 Deer Archery 118 a F Sheffield WMA 4,850 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Sign-In once for the season. Either Sex: Sept. 14-Dec. 1|Dec. 23-Jan. 1 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug 15-Sept 13, Dec 2-22, Jan 2-Feb 28. See page 64. Furbearer Dog Training Area: Aug 1-Sept 13, Dec 2-22, Jan 2-Mar 19. Directions From Cartersville Take HWY 61 south 13.2 miles to Braswell Mountain Rd.; turn right; go 2.4 miles to Lee Rd.; turn right and proceed 1.2 miles to area. From Dallas Take HWY 61 north 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. 119 a G Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug 15-Sept 13, Oct 19-Nov 18, Nov 24-Dec 9, Dec 15-Jan 8, Jan 13-Feb 5, Feb 10-28. O Coyote: Mar. 1-20S. Small game weapons only. Small Game Aug. 22-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 17, Nov. 25-Feb. 28 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 15-21S. Blaze orange required. No dogs allowed. Dove Special Regs Sept 7-22, Oct 12-20, Nov 28-Dec 10, Dec ATVs prohibited. 15-Jan 11. Directions Feral Hog From Ellijay Take HWY 515 north 7 miles See page 40. to Co. Road 151; turn right, go 4 miles to P Special Hog Hunts: Aug. Stanley Creek check station. 116 9-11S|Jan. 10-12S. Blaze Orange Required. No dogs allowed. aA G Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Archery Only: Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Archery Only: Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Waterfowl Antioch Lake: Statewide season, Mon.- Sat. during January onlyS Heath Lake (Angler Haven Dr.): State- wide seasonS Feral Hog Archery Only: May be taken during deer hunts only. Special Regs Zahnd WMA 1,400 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Bear Archery Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Sign-In once for the season. Sign-out of harvested small game NOT required. Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 P Q5 Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Feb 7-9 C. Hunter orange required, big game weapons allowed, hogs may not be removed from area alive. Special Regs Horse and bicycle trails and areas are closed all day during deer firearms sea- Rich Mountain WMA Cartecay Tract 2,142 acres 706.295.6041 Deer Archery Sign-In once for the season. Daily use fee (per vehicle) required for all users. Waterfowl hunters only may use firearms. Directions From Rome Take U.S. 27 north 10.4 miles; turn left on Sikes Storey Rd.; go Directions From Cloudland Take HWY 157 north 8.2 miles; turn right on Dougherty Gap Rd. and go 3.5 miles; Dougherty Gap Rd. becomes West Cove Rd.; Continue straight for 3.5 miles; Turn left on S. Cedar Lane to end of road. son and before 10:00 a.m. during deer ar- chery and turkey season. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Cartersville Take U.S. 411 north to Acknowledgment of Landowners White; turn right on Stamp Creek Rd.; go 3.6 miles; check station on left. The Department would like to acknowledge the following private landowners, companies, and governmental agencies owning properties leased as Wildlife 114 Q Management Areas: Red Top Mountain State Park 1,776 acres 770.975.0055 Deer Firearms Q40 Either Sex: Dec. 3-4C. Two deer limit, must take doe first on first day. Feral hogs & coyotes may be taken; no limit. Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 2. 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 (770) 975-0055. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 3-4. ATVs prohibited. Aubrey Corporation Berry College, Inc. Campbell Group Forest Resources Consultants Forestar (formerly TempleInland) Frederick Blum Georgia Department of Corrections Georgia Department of Transportation Georgia Forestry Commission 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. The Langdale Company McCranie Land Company, Inc. Plum Creek Timberlands LLC Randall Odum Rayonier Forest Resources, L.P. Springbank, LLC Timbervest Partners, LLC University of Georgia VZ Timberland, LLC Wildwood Timberlands, LLC | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 44 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations Northeast REGION 2 (770) 535-5700 201 Blue Ridge WMA 20,900 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Oct. 14-18S Primitive Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Two Days: Oct. 9-13S Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Oct. 30-Nov. 2C|Nov. 27-30C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Oct. 14-18S Primitive Oct. 9-13S Firearms Oct. 30-Nov. 2C|Nov. 27-30C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Oct. 28, Nov. 3-25, Dec. 1-Feb. 28 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. 202 Broad River WMA 440 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Dec. 1 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Dec. 2-Feb. 28. No furbearer season. Directions From Danielsville Go north on U.S. 29 for 2 miles; turn right on HWY 281; go 4 miles, cross Broad River; go 0.3 mile; area is on right. 203 P Q Chattahoochee WMA 25,150 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 30-Nov. 2C|Nov 23-Dec. 1 S|Dec. 11-14C Map: Region 2 212 215 205 203 201 204 207 206 211 213 210 216 214 209 202 208 Bear Archery 205 C P Q Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Coopers Creek WMA Firearms 30,000 acres 770.535.5700 Oct. 30-Nov. 2C|Nov 23-Dec. 1 S |Dec. 11-14C Deer Archery Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 2S| Oct. 6-18S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-28, Nov. 3-Dec. 9, Dec. 15-Feb. 28 Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 6-9C Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 4-5C Feral Hog Buck Only: Dec. 11-14C Q8 Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Oct. 9-12S. Hunter orange required, big game weapons allowed, hogs may not be removed from area alive. Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 2, Oct. 6-18S Primitive Directions Nov. 6-9C From Helen Take HWY 75 north to Rob- Firearms ertstown, turn left on Alt. HWY 75; cross C Adult-Child: Oct. 4-5C bridge; turn right, go 2.8 miles to check General Hunt: Dec. 11-14C station. Turkey 204 Mar. 22-May 15S Chestatee WMA 27,123 acres 770.535.5700 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 4, Nov. 10-Dec. 9, Dec. 15-Feb. 28 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Buck Only/Either Sex Last day: Oct. 23-26C Dec. 19-22C Feral Hog Q8 Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Oct. 15-18S. Hunter orange required, big game weapons allowed, hogs may not be removed from area alive. Buck Only: Nov. 20-23 C Directions Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Oct. 23-26 C|Nov. Dec. 19-22C 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 20-23 C| USFS Road #4; turn right and go 0.5 mile to check station. From Blairsville Take Old Blue Ridge HWY west 5 miles to Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Mulkey Gap Rd.; turn left and travel 8.5 miles to check station. Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-21, Oct. 27-Nov. 18, Nov. 24-Dec 17, Dec. 23-Feb. 28 Directions From Cleveland Take U.S. 129 north 10.5 miles to Turner's Corner; turn 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. 206 O Q C G Dawson Forest WMA 25,500 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Oct. 10S|Dec. 9-15S Firearms C Adult-Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 12-14C Quality Buck /Either Sex Last Two Days: Oct. 23-26C Quality Buck: Nov. 13-16C|Dec. 4-7C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 10S|Dec. 9-15S Firearms C Adult-Child: Oct. 12-14C General Hunt: Oct. 23-26C | Nov. 13-16C | Dec. 4-7C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 15-21, Oct. 27-Nov. 11, Nov. 17-Dec. 2, Dec. 8-Feb. 28 Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Nov. 22-Dec. 2, Dec. 8-Jan. 11 Waterfowl State season during small game dates. No hunting within 50 yards of waterfowl impoundment behind horse camp. Feral Hog/Coyote Special Hunt: May 16-23, any legal weapon, no dogs allowed. Special Regs Only bucks with 4 or more points (1 inch long or longer) on one side of the antlers are legal. Horse and bicycle trails are closed all day during firearms deer hunts and before 10:00 a.m. 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 HWY 53 west 6 miles; turn right onto driveway at kiosk; check station is at top of hill. 207 C H Q Dukes Creek-Smithgall Woods State Park 4,500 acres 706.878.3087 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 20-22S|Oct. 4-6S Primitive Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 13-16S Firearms C H Adult-Child & Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 18-19S Buck Only: Dec. 4-7S Bear Archery Sept. 20-22S|Oct. 4-6S Primitive Nov. 13-16S Firearms C H Adult-Child & Honorary License Holders: Oct. 18-19S General Hunt: Dec. 4-7S Turkey Q20 Mar. 28-30C|Apr. 11-13C|Apr. 25-27C Small Game Dec. 19-21, Jan. 2-4, Jan. 16-18, Jan. 30-Feb. 1. Hunting by reservation only. Sign-In/Sign-Out required. Maximum 10 furbearer hunters/25 small game hunters per hunt period. Reservations must be made beginning Nov. 1 by calling (706) 878-3087. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 45 Specific WMA Regulations Directions From Helen Take HWY 75 north to Robertstown, turn left on Alt. GA 75; go 2.2 miles, turn left into Smithgall Woods at Stone Pillars; follow signs to check station. 208 Fort Yargo State Park 1,814 acres 770.867.3489 SPECIAL NOTE No hunt scheduled for 2013. Look for next scheduled hunt in 2014. 209 Hart County WMA 1,000 acres 770.535.5700 B F Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11, Dec. 14-21 Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-Nov. 14 Either Sex: Nov. 15-17 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game B F Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Nov. 18-Dec. 13, Dec. 21-Feb. 28. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Dec. 13, Dec. 21-Jan. 11 Legend S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) Directions From Hartwell Take HWY 77 south 1.5 miles; turn left onto Liberty Rd.; go 4 miles to the end of the pavement at Cedar Creek; the area lies to the south. 210 HL C Lake Russell WMA 17,300 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 9S|Oct. 14-18S Primitive Either Sex: Dec. 20-22C Firearms H L Ladies & Honorary License Holders Only/Either Sex: Oct. 11-13C C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Nov. 8-10C Buck Only: Nov. 27-30C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 9S|Oct. 14-18S Primitive Dec. 20-22C Firearms H L Ladies & Honorary License Holders Only: Oct. 11-13C C Adult-Child: Nov. 8-10C General Hunt: Nov. 27-30C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 6, Nov. 11-25, Dec. 1-19, Dec. 23-Feb. 28 O Coyote/Feral Hog: Mar. 1-7S. Any legal weapon. No night hunting. Directions From Gainesville Take HWY 365 north; take Toccoa/Lavonia exit, stay on HWY 365; go 1.8 miles, turn right on Rock Rd.; go 0.7 mile, turn left on Dicks Hill Pkwy.; go 2.4 miles, turn right on Ayersville Rd. by the Milliken plant; go 0.9 mile, turn left on Check Station Rd.; go 0.5 mile to check station on left. 211 Lula Bridge Tract 513 acres 770.535.5700 Waterfowl Only 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. 212 Swallow Creek WMA 19,000 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Buck Only: Nov. 21-24C|Dec. 5-8C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Nov. 21-24C|Dec. 5-8C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 19, Nov. 25-Dec. 3, Dec. 9-Feb. 28 Directions From Cleveland Take HWY 75 north 20 miles to GA 180; continue on HWY 75 for 1 mile and turn left at check station sign. Firearms Special Bear Hunt: Oct. 19-27S. Only bear and feral hog may be taken. General Hunt: Nov. 14-17C|Dec. 12-15C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S 213 A Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 28-Nov. 12, Nov. Tallulah Gorge State Park 18-Dec. 10, Dec. 16-Feb. 28 2,689 acres 706.754.7981 Feral Hog Deer Q5 Special Hog Hunt (with dogs): Oct. Archery 2-5S. Hunter orange required, big game Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S weapons allowed, hogs may not be re- Primitive moved from area alive. Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Directions Buck Only: Oct. 19-Jan. 1S From Clayton Take U.S. 441 north; turn Either Sex: Oct. 26S|Nov. 9S| right on Warwoman Rd.; go 3.5 miles to Nov. 30S Finney Creek Rd.; turn left and go 0.2 miles to check station. Bear Archery 216 S C QG Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Oct. 12-18S Wilson Shoals WMA 2,800 acres 770.535.5700 Firearms Deer Oct. 19-Dec. 1S Archery Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Either Sex: Oct. 5-Nov. 1S|Dec. 7-14S Firearms Small Game Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers may not be Three Days: Nov. 2-17S hunted during firearms deer hunts. Bear Special Regs Archery Mandatory Daily Sign-In. ATVs prohibited. Oct. 5-Nov. 1S|Dec. 7-14S Directions From Tallulah Falls Take U.S. 441 north; Firearms Nov. 2-17S turn right onto Jane Hurt Yarn Dr.; go Turkey mile past campground, follow WMA Q15 Mar. 22-29S signs. General Hunt: Mar. 30-May 15S 214 a Q Tugaloo State Park 393 acres 706.356.4362 a Archery Only Area Deer Archery Q30 Either Sex: Dec. 6-8C. Two deer limit. Feral hogs & coyotes may be taken; no limit. Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 8:00 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) 356-4362. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 6-8. ATVs prohibited. Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 4, Nov. 18-Dec. 6, Dec. 15Feb. 28 Dove Q15 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Dec. 6, Dec. 15-Jan. 11 Directions From Gainesville Take HWY 365 north 11 miles; turn right on Mud Creed Rd.; go 1 mile, turn left; go 0.1 mile, turn right on Yonah Rd.; go 2.1 miles, area on left. Directions From Lavonia Take GA-328N/Gumlog Rd. 4.0 mi. 215 P Q Warwoman WMA 15,800 acres 770.535.5700 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S Firearms Buck Only: Nov. 14-17C|Dec. 1215C Bear Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 18S | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 46 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations Map: Region 3 322 Clarke 306 312 307 323 East Central REGION 3 318 309 321 320 325 317 316 308 315 311 303 319 313 314 326 (706) 595-4222 301 Alexander WMA 1,300 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 F B Q 301 304 302 310 324 305 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S|Dec. 1-Jan. 15S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F B Aug. 15-Feb. 28: See page 64. Dove Q50 Sept. 7. Dove hunting on Sept. 7 for quota permit holders only in designated fields only. General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Special Regs No camping. Directions From Waynesboro Take GA HWY 24 east 6 miles; turn right on Harrison Rd.; go 1.5 miles to Sign-In board. 302 Big Dukes Pond WMA 1,692 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Wed.-Sat. during statewide seasons. No furbearer season. Waterfowl Wed. and Sat. only during state waterfowl season. Waterfowl hunting allowed until 12 noon. Special Regs Camping, horses and ATVs prohibited. Note safety zone on map--access prohibited between Feb. 1 and Jul. 15. Directions From Millen Take HWY 17 North 0.9 miles; turn right on Old Louisville Rd. Go 7.9 miles to entrance on left. 303 A C H Q Clarks Hill WMA 12,700 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-25S|Sept. 30Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Sept. 27-29C|Nov. 4-24S C H Adult-Child & Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 25-27S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13S|Oct. 19-23S|Oct. 28-Nov. 2S|Nov. 25-Feb. 28S Dove Q30 Sept. 7. Dove hunting on Sept. 7 for quota permit holders only in designated fields only. General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 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 designated sites only. Directions From Thomson Take U.S. 78 north 10 miles; turn right on Smith Mill Rd. at WMA sign; go 2.5 miles to check station. 304 DiLane WMA 8,100 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 C Q Q Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Oct. 8S Firearms Q400 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 10-12C|Oct. 24-26C General Hunt: Nov. 14-16C Turkey Q30 Mar. 22-28S|Mar. 29-Apr. 4S|Apr. 5-11 S General Hunt: Apr. 12-May 15S Small Game & Furbearers (except quail) Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 13-22, Oct. 27-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-Dec. 3, Dec. 5-6, Dec.8-10, Dec. 12-13, Dec. 1517, Dec. 19-20, Dec. 22-27, Dec. 29-30, Feb. 2-4, Feb. 6-28. Squirrel hunting areawide during state season on dates open for small game. Other small game and furbearers on area South of Rocky Creek from Jan. 1-31. QUAIL Q8 C Adult-Child: Feb. 1S Q8 General Hunt: Dec. 4, Dec. 7, Dec. 11, Dec. 14, Dec. 18, Dec. 21, Dec. 28, Dec. 31, Feb. 5; limit 6 quail/person, 12 quail/partyS. Quail hunters may take wood-cock, snipe, and other game birds with an open season. Bird Dog Training: Nov. 22-24 Release of pen-raised birds for training is prohibited. For information on bird dog field trials call (706) 595-4222. Dove Q100 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7; Dove Field 2. Q100 General: Sept. 7; Dove Field 1. General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 28-Dec. 3 and South of Rocky Creek Jan. 1-11, 2014. Designated fields only. Waterfowl Hunting area-wide during state season on dates open for small game. Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four points (1 inch long or longer) on either side are legal. Directions From Waynesboro Take HWY 25 South to 4th Street. Turn right on 4th Street/Herndon Rd. and go 9 miles. Follow signs to check station. 305 Dixon Bay WMA 300 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Nov. 8S Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 9-30, Dec-26-Jan. 15S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearer and alligator hunting prohibited. Directions From Sylvania Take E. Ogeechee 2.2 miles to jct. of Buck Creek and Brannen's Bridge Rd., take Brannen's Bridge Rd. 3.4 miles to jct. of GA HWY 24, 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 Rd., go 1.6 miles. Area is on right. 306 a F Elbert County WMA 2,500 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11. Beverly Tract (a designated a Archery Only Area): Sept. 14-Jan. 1 Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan. 1 Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs No camping. Sign-In required for deer and turkey only on Vaughter Tract. Directions From Elberton This WMA consists of 5 separate tracts in Elbert Co. Beverly w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 47 Specific WMA Regulations Tract: Take GA HWY 72 east 5 miles; turn north on Pearl Mill Rd.; go 1.5 miles to area. Elbert Tract: Take GA HWY 72 east 10 miles to Bobby Brown State Park Rd.; turn south, area is east of road. Heardmont Tract: Take GA HWY 72 east 5 miles; turn north on Pearl Mill Rd.; bear right on Heardmont Rd.; turn right on Johnsontown Rd.; follow to area. Pickens Tract: Take GA HWY 77 north 1.5 miles; turn right on Ruckersville Rd.; go 10 miles; turn right on Turner Hill Rd.; continue to entrance sign. Vaughter Tract: Take GA HWY 77 north 3 miles and turn right onto HWY 368; go 3 miles to Harmony Rd.; turn left and continue to entrance sign on right. 307 F Fishing Creek WMA 2,900 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan .1S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Waterfowl Wed. and Sat. only during State Season on waterfowl impoundments; Shooting hours until 12 noon. Directions From Washington Take HWY 44 East 12.8 miles to O'Hara-Standard Rd.; turn right; at end turn left on Jones Chapel and continue to area. To Waterfowl Area from Lincolnton Take HWY 79 eight miles to Midway Church Rd. and turn left. Go 1.5 miles to sign on right. 308 Germany Creek WMA 1,200 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11 Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan .1 Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs No camping. Access by boat only. Unauthorized motor vehicles prohibited. Directions From Thomson Access only by boat (nearest boat ramp is Raysville Bridge on GA HWY 43 approximately 12 miles north of Thomson). The area is to the east of bridge access. 309 Q Hard Labor Creek State Park 5,804 acres 706.557.3001 Deer Firearms Q250 Either Sex: Nov. 5-6C. 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 Nov. 4. 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) 557-3001. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Nov. 5-6. ATVs prohibited. Directions From I-20 From Exit 105 turn north on Newborn Rd. Go 2.3 miles to Rutledge, follow signs. 310 Hiltonia WMA 500 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Nov. 8S Primitive Either Sex: Nov. 9-30, Dec. 26-Jan. 15 S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. 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. 311 F Keg Creek WMA 800 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs No camping. Directions From Pollards Corner Take HWY 47 west 2 miles. Area is on left side of HWY. 312 F Q Lower Broad River WMA 1,500 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan. 1S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Dove Q30 Sept. 7. General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 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. 313 A McDuffie PFA 600 acres 706.595.1619 Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12, Oct. 19 Waterfowl Dec. 7, Dec. 14, Dec. 21, Dec. 28. 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 Thomson 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 C B Mead Farm 200 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game B Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 18. Waterfowl General Hunt: Wed. and Sat. during state season except in November; Shooting hours until 12 noon. C Adult-Child: Nov. 16 (Only youth can hunt), Nov. 23, Nov. 27, Nov. 30. Special Regs Foot traffic only. Directions From Waynesboro Take HWY 56 north 3.5 miles, turn right on Cates Mead Rd.; go 3.8 miles, turn left on Seven Oaks Rd.; entrance is 0.8 mile on left. 315 MISTLETOE STATE PARK 1920 acres 706.541.0321 SPECIAL NOTE No hunt scheduled for 2013. Look for next scheduled hunt in 2014. 316 Oconee WMA 4,800 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 A Q Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S|Nov. 18-Jan. 1S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 17S Turkey Q30 Mar. 22-28S|Mar. 29-Apr. 4S General Hunt: Apr. 5-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 11, Nov. 18-Feb. 28 Dove Q60 Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Rock Hawk Trails & Effigy Deer Archery Only Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey General Hunt (Archery Only): Apr. 5-May 15S Selected quota turkey hunters only may hunt with firearms during quota hunt dates in this area. Small Game Nov. 15-Feb. 28 Directions (to check station at Oconee WMA) From Greensboro Turn south from HWY 278 onto Walnut St. (Veazey Rd.) at caution light; go 7.1 miles and turn right on Liberty Church Rd.; go 7.5 miles to check station. From Eatonton Go east 14.7 miles on GA HWY 16 to the Oconee River; continue 1.3 miles to Georgia Power Co. Rd.; turn left and follow signs for 3 miles to check station. 317 C Q Oconee WMA--Dan Denton Waterfowl Area 100 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 DEER Archery Only: Sept. 14-Oct. 18S WATERFOWL Q3 C Adult-Child: Nov. 16, Federal Youth Waterfowl DayS. Only Youth (under 16 years of age) may hunt. Q3 C Adult-Child: Nov. 30S. Adult and Youth (under 18 years of age) may hunt. Q3 Pond 1: Sat. only during State Duck Season after Nov. 30S Q2 Pond 3: Sat. only during State Duck Season after Nov. 30S Pond 3: Sun. only during State Duck Season after Dec. 1S Special Regs No waterfowl hunting on Herndon Pond and Pond 2. Sign-In is located on the west side of the Oconee River on the north side of GA HWY 16. No fishing or hunting other than ducks, geese and archery deer hunting. Waterfowl hunting is prohibited on the Oconee River between Wallace Dam and GA HWY 16. Wheelchair bound hunters selected for Pond 1 can request accommodations by calling (770) 9186416. Directions From Eatonton Go east 14.2 miles on GA Hwy 16, look for turn in for Impoundment 1 on left before you reach the bridge over the Oconee River. Sign-in kiosk is located in gravel parking lot. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 48 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations 318 A Q Panola Mountain State Park 1,635 acres 770.389.7801 Deer Firearms Q40 Either Sex: Nov. 12-13C. Two deer limit, must take doe first on first day. Feral hogs & coyotes may be taken; no limit. Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 11. Hunt participants will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 ParkPass will be required. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Nov. 12-13. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Atlanta Take I-20 to Exit 71; turn right on Panola Rd; go 3.6 mi to Snapfinger Rd/GA Hwy 155; go left; go 1.5 mi to park entrance on left. 319 Phinizy Swamp WMA 1,500 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Waterfowl Wed. and Sat. during state season. 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. 320 Redlands WMA 37,500 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 C F Q Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30S|Dec. 26-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer hunts (see page 64. Dove Q100 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Special Regs No hunting on Dyars Pasture MARSH pond. Directions From Greensboro Take GA HWY 15 north 9 miles; check station on left. 321 REDLANDS WMA - WATSONS SPRINGS AREA 706.595.4222/770.918/6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan. 1 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Directions From Greensboro Take GA HWY 15 north 9 miles; check station on left. 322 W Q Richard B. Russell State Park 2,508 acres 706.213.2045 Deer Firearms Q80 Either Sex: Dec. 3-4 Q20 W Wheelchair-Only/Either Sex: Dec. 3-4C. Two deer limit, must take doe first on first day. Feral hogs & coyotes may be taken; no limit. Special Regs All hunters must attend a pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 2. All hunters will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee. Wheelchair hunters only must apply by letter by Oct. 20 to: Wheelchair Hunt, RBR State Park, 2650 Russell State Park Rd., Elberton, GA 30635. Cabins and campsites may be reserved by calling the park office at (706) 213-2045. Applicable fees will apply. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 3-4. ATVs prohibited except for wheelchair hunters. Directions From Elberton Take HWY 77 north 1.5 miles. Turn right on Ruckersville Rd., go 8 miles; park entrance on right. 323 F Soap Creek WMA 1,000 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan. 1S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. 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. 324 C Tuckahoe WMA 15,100 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-18S|Sept. 23Oct. 1S|Oct. 6-Nov. 5S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 3-5C Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 2022S Either Sex: Nov. 7-9C|Nov. 29-Dec. 7S|Jan. 9-11C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Nov. 10-28, Dec. 8-Jan. 7, Jan. 12-Feb.28. Feral hogs may be taken during small game dates after Oct. 31. Alligator Sept. 7-Oct. 6 Special Regs Camping in designated sites only. Directions From Sylvania Take E. Ogeechee 2.2 miles to jct. of Buck Creek and Brannen's Bridge Rd., take Brannen's Bridge Rd. 3.4 miles to jct. of GA HWY 24, continue on Brannen's Bridge Rd. 5.2 miles to check station on left. 325 A C B Q Walton Public Dove Field 200 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 BIRD DOG TRAINING B Oct. 1-July 15. See page 18. Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Small Game Oct. 1-Feb. 28 Dove Q80 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Special Regs No unleashed dogs except for bird dog training and dove hunting purposes. No rifles or muzzleloaders (except muzzleloading shotguns) of any caliber allowed. Directions From I-20 At Exit 101, take HWY 278 north 1.7 miles. Area is on left across from Wildlife Resources Headquarters adjacent to the Wildlife Resources Conservation Center. Additional parking on Willow Springs Church Rd. 326 S F Yuchi WMA 7,800 acres 706.595.4222 / 770.918.6416 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-15S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 17-19C|Oct. 2026S|Nov. 15-17S Buck Only: Oct. 27-Nov. 14S|Nov. 18-Dec. 7S|Dec. 26-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Oct. 15, Oct. 27-Nov. 14, Nov. 18-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs Sign-In at Check Station on Ebenezer Church Rd. Camping in designated sites only. Directions From Waynesboro Take HWY 80 east 8 miles to Shell Bluff Community; turn right on HWY 23; travel 7 miles south; turn left on Ebenezer Church Rd.; go 1 mile to Check Station on right. 2012 Forestry for Wildlife Partners The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division, proudly honors the 2012 Forestry for Wildlife Partners for their outstanding accomplishments in incorporating fish and wildlife conservation practices as an integral part of their overall land management goals. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 49 Specific WMA Regulations West Central REGION 4 (478) 825-6354 401 B. F. Grant WMA 12,000 acres 478.825.6354 Q C Q Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 1922S|Sept. 26-29S|Oct. 3-6S Primitive Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 1922S Firearms Q400 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 7-9C|Dec. 5-7C Turkey C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30S Q80 Mar. 31-Apr. 6 S General Hunt: Apr. 7-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 17, Sept. 23-24, Sept. 30Oct. 1, Oct. 7-Nov. 5, Nov. 10-Dec. 3, Dec. 8-17, Dec. 23-Feb. 28 Waterfowl State season during small game dates. No hunting on MARSH ponds. Special Regs Only bucks with a 15" spread or a 16" main beam are legal. No hunting on or access through pastures. Directions From Eatonton Take HWY 16 west 0.7 miles; turn right on HWY 441 Bypass; go 1.5 miles to Godfrey Rd at the flashing traffic light; turn left and go 6 miles to Check-In station. 402 C a balls ferry state park 525 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 10|Oct. 19-Jan. 1 Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 12-18; Only youth may hunt. Turkey C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30; Only youth may hunt. General Hunt (Archery Only): Mar. 31- May 15 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Jan. 2-Feb. 28 Special Regs No camping. Map: Region 4 406 L H SC Cedar Creek WMA 39,223 acres 478.825.6354 408 425 423 424 411 405 422 414 421 404 412 409 401 407 406 419 420 Bibb 410 413418 416 415 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 2 S|Oct. 7-15S Firearms 403 LH Ladies/Honorary License Hold- ers/Buck Only: Oct. 4-6 S Buck Only/Either Sex Deer Last Day: Oct. 17-19C|Nov. 14-16C Buck Only: Nov. 23-Dec. 1S|Dec 402 19-22S C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Dec. 2628S 417 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 20-Nov. 12, Nov. 17-21, Dec. 2-17, Dec. 23-24, Dec. 29Feb. 28 Directions From Toomsboro Take Hwy 57 East 7.5 miles. Park on the left before the Oconee River Bridge. 403 a Bartram Forest WMA 2,113 acres 478.825.6354 a Archery Only Area Deer Archery North of Reedy Creek: Nov. 16-Jan. 1S South of Reedy Creek: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Archery Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Archery North of Reedy Creek: Nov. 16-Feb. 28 South of Reedy Creek: Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Special Regs Bartram Forest is a multiple-use recreation area; other users may be present during open hunting seasons. Gates may be opened or closed at the discretion of Georgia Forestry Commission. Please see WMA maps for safety zones. No camping. DIRECTIONS From Milledgeville Take US 441 south 3.1 miles, turn left; continue 2.9 miles on US 441/GA29 and make U-turn to return north; go 0.1 miles to 1st pull-in on right. Kiosk is just down that road. 404 G S Q C HL Q Big Lazer Creek WMA 7,200 acres 478.825.6354 Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 12-22, Oct. 27-Nov. 12, Nov. 21-Dec. 3, Dec. 8-Feb. 28 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 points (1 inch long or longer) on either side or a 15 inch outside spread are legal. Directions From Talbotton Take U.S. 80 east 4 miles; turn left on Po Biddy Rd. go 6.5 miles; turn left on Bunkham Rd. and go 1.2 miles to check station. 405 Blanton Creek WMA 4,800 acres 478.825.6354 Q C Q Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Oct. 10S Firearms C Adult-Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 12-13S Q200 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 7-9C|Nov. 21-23C|Dec. 14-15S Turkey Q35 Mar. 22-30C|Apr. 5-13C General Hunt: April 14-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 14-Nov. 5, Nov. 10-19, Nov. 24-Dec. 12, Dec. 16-Feb. 28 Deer Dove Archery Q75 Sept. 7, Sept. 14 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14- General Hunt: Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Dec. Oct. 3S|Oct. 7-11S 12, Dec. 16-Jan. 11 Firearms C Adult-Child/Quality Buck & Antler- Waterfowl less: Oct. 5-6S State season concurrent with small game Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 24- dates. No hunting on MARSH Pond. 26C|Nov. 14-16C Special Regs H L Honorary License Holders & La- Only Quality Bucks with at least four dies/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. points (1 inch long or longer) on either 18-20S side or a 15 inch outside spread are legal. Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 5-7S Directions Turkey From West Point Take HWY 103 south Q50 Mar. 22-30C|Apr. 5-13C| 10 miles to mile marker 6, turn right to Apr. 19-27C check station. General Hunt: Apr. 28-May 15S Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Dec. 2-17, Dec. 23-24, Dec. 29-Jan. 11 Special Regs ATVs prohibited. Directions From Monticello Take HWY 16 east 3/4 mile; take right fork on HWY 212; go 12 miles to check station sign on the right; follow arrow 0.5 mile to check station. 407 Cedar Creek - little river area 1,229 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Jan. 2-Feb. 28 Special Regs ATVs prohibited. No camping. Directions From Eatonton Take GA 16 west 3.6 Miles to Lynchburg Rd.; turn right; go 0.5 miles to kiosk on right. 408 Q Chattahoochee Bend State Park 2,910 acres 770. 254.7271 Deer Firearms Q100 Either Sex: Dec. 11-12C. Two deer limit, must take doe first on first day. Coyotes & feral hogs may be taken; no limit. Special Regs Hunters must attend pre-hunt meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Dec. 10. Hunt participants will be charged a $30 nonrefundable, nontransferable hunt fee and a $5 ParkPass will be required. All other Park facilities will be closed to the general public Dec. 11-12. 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 1.2 miles to Franklin Rd.; turn left, go 1.2 miles to Welcome Rd.; turn right, go 8.6 miles to Hewlette South Rd.; turn right, go 0.9 | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 50 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations miles and continue 1.9 miles on Bud Davis Rd. to Flat Rock Rd.; turn right and continue to park entrance. 409 G A S C H Q Clybel WMA (Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center) A S 6,400 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 2S|Nov. 3-10S Firearms Q150 C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 4-6S C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Dec. 2022S H Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Nov. 29-Dec. 1S Q150 Either Sex: Oct. 31-Nov. 2 C| Nov. 21-23C Turkey Q25 C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30S|Apr. 5-13S C Adult-Child: May 9-15S Q25 Apr. 19-25S|Apr. 26-May 2S Small Game C Adult-Child: Nov. 16-17 Only youth may hunt. General Hunt: Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 7-29, Nov. 11-15, Nov. 18-19, Nov. 24-27, Dec. 2-18, Dec. 23-Feb. 28. Daily limit: 3 rabbits/person and 6 quail/person or 12 quail/party. Dove Q200 Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Dec. 2-18, Dec. 23-Jan. 11 Special Regs Multi-use trails and areas are closed all day during firearms deer hunts and before 10:00 a.m. during archery and turkey seasons. Rules are posted at trailhead. Directions From Mansfield Take HWY 11 south 5.7 miles to Shepherd Rd. turn left and follow signs 1.1 miles. 410 a Echeconee Creek WMA 490 acres 478.825.6354 a Archery Only Area Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 Turkey Archery Mar. 22-May 15 Feral Hogs Archery Jan. 16-Feb 28 Special Regs Public access to Ocmulgee River tract is only by boat. No camping. 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 Warner Robins (to Echeconnee Creek tract) From intersection of HWY 247C and HWY 247, take HWY 247 north 3.9 miles; turn right on Feagin Rd.; turn right on Santa Clara Dr.; tract is 0.2 miles on the right and left side of road. 411 F. D ROOSEVELT STATE PARK 9,049 acres 706.663.4858 SPECIAL NOTE No hunt scheduled for 2013. Look for next scheduled hunt in 2014. 412 B Fall Line Sandhills WMA 1,576 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Fox squirrel hunting prohibited. B Aug. 15-Mar. 15. See page 64. Special Regs No camping. Directions From Butler To East Tract: From the intersection of HWY 96 and HWY 19, go west 2.6 miles to Taylor County Industrial Park; turn right; kiosk is immediately on the left side of the road. To West Tract: From the intersection of HWY 96 and HWY 19, go west 10.7 miles; turn left on Kel Foster Rd. At fork, bear right. Entrance is mile on the left. 413 G P ABQ Flat Creek PFA 850 acres 478.825.6151 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game Aug. 18-Jan. 30, Feb. 3-28 B Aug. 15-Mar. 15. See page 64. Waterfowl Q3 Nov. 23, Nov. 30; Quota 3 parties; maximum of 3 persons per party on quota waterfowl hunts. General Hunt: Wed. and Sat. only during state season except during quota waterfowl hunts. Shooting hours until 12 noon. Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 15-17S|Jan. 31-Feb. 2S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. Special Regs Closed every Monday & Tuesday. No camping. Directions From Perry Take U.S. HWY 41 south across Flat Creek. Park is on left. 414 Q B Q Joe Kurz WMA 3,700 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 1422S|Nov. 10-17S Firearms Q100 Quality Buck & Antlerless Last Day: Oct. 24-26C|Nov. 7-9C Turkey Q25 Mar. 22-30C|Apr. 5-13C|Apr. 19-27C Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Sept. 23-Oct. 22, Oct. 27-Nov. 5, Nov. 18-Feb. 28. Limit 3 rabbits/person/day. Limit 6 quail/person/ day or 12 quail/party/day. B Aug. 15-Mar. 15 in designated area only. Bird dog training closed during deer hunts. Special Small Game note Mandatory sign-in and sign-out of all harvested game. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 5 Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four points (1 inch long or longer) on either side or a 15 inch outside spread are legal. Directions From Woodbury Take HWY 85 north for 7.5 miles to Gay; turn right at red light; check station is 2.7 miles on left. 415 P C Oaky Woods WMA 13,240 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 3S|Oct 12-18 Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 5-11S; Only youth may hunt. Buck Only: Oct. 31-Nov. 2C|Jan. 2-4S Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Dec. 5-7C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 18-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-29, Nov. 3-Dec. 3, Dec. 8-31, Jan. 5-Feb. 28 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 15-17S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. Special Regs No bear hunting. Directions From Perry Take HWY 127 east 8 miles to HWY 247; turn right; go 1 mile; turn left on Oaky Woods Rd. At fork veer right and go 1.7 miles to check station. 416 P G ASCQ Ocmulgee WMA 17,370 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 3S|Oct. 12-18 West Lake Tract (Archery Only): Sept. 14-Oct. 3, Oct. 12-18. and during man- aged deer hunts. Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 5-11S; Only youth may hunt. Buck Only/Either Sex Last Day: Nov. 21-23C Buck Only: Oct. 24-26 C|Dec. 1921S Turkey Q120 Mar. 22-28 S|Mar. 29-Apr. 4S General Hunt: Apr. 5-May 15 S Small Game Aug. 18-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Oct. 22, Oct. 27-Nov. 19, Nov. 24-Dec 17, Dec. 22Feb. 28 Legend S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) alligator Sept. 7-Oct. 6 (The Ocmulgee PFA lake is drained for repairs) Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 15-17S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. Special Regs No bear hunting on entire WMA. Westlake Tract is archery equipment only for managed deer hunt dates. Directions From Cochran Take U.S. 23 north, turn left on Red Dog Farm Road; go 4 miles to Magnolia Road. Turn right and follow signs to check station. 417 B Ocmulgee WMA - Gum Swamp Creek Tract 475 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 12-Feb. 28 B Open fields only Aug. 15-31, Nov. 1-Mar. 15. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 51 Specific WMA Regulations Les Howard Special Regs No camping. Directions From Cochran Take HWY 26 to HWY 126 (Airport Rd.); go 5.9 miles; turn left onto Rebie Rd.; go 0.3 miles; turn left onto Skipper-Jackson Rd.; go 0.5 miles, entrance on left. 418 Perry Dove Field 70 acres 478.825.6354 Dove Sept. 7, 14, 21, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11. Special Regs No camping. Directions From I-75 take Exit 134 and head East approximately 1.6 miles and field is on the right. 419 Rum Creek WMA 5,739 acres 478.825.6354 L H C Q Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 9S|Oct. 14-17S Firearms L Ladies/Either Sex: Oct. 11-13S H Honorary License Holders/Either Sex: Oct. 19-20S Q200 Either Sex Last Two Days: Oct. 31-Nov. 2C|Nov. 14-16C Turkey Q25 C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30S|Apr. 5-13S C Adult-Child: May 9-15S Q25 Apr. 19-25S|Apr. 26-May 2S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 21-29, Nov. 3-12, Nov. 17-Feb. 28 Dove Q75 Sept. 7, Sept. 14 General Hunt: Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Waterfowl Shooting hours are until 12 noon on all areas. Lake Juliette is open Wed.-Sun. during state waterfowl season for all hunters. Q3 C MARSH Pond/Adult-Child (only youth can hunt): Dec. 7 and Jan. 11. 3 parties per hunt. C Youth Area - Adult/Child (only the youth can hunt): Youth Waterfowl Days and Wed - Sun during statewide season. 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 Rum Creek Drive on your left then proceed to the check station on your right. 420 a Rum Creek WMA - Berry Creek Area 750 acres 478.825.6354 a Archery Only Area Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1S Turkey Archery Only Mar. 22-May 15S Special Regs No camping. Directions From Forsyth Take Hwy 18 east 7 miles to Rum Creek Drive on your left then proceed to the check station on your right. 421 F Sprewell Bluff WMA 2,780 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery East of Flint River/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 1 West of Flint River/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 24, Oct. 28-Nov. 14, Nov. 18Dec. 5, Dec. 9-Jan. 1 Primitive West of Flint River/Either Sex: Oct. 25-27 Firearms West of Flint River/Either Sex: Nov. 15-17, Dec. 6-8 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game F Jan. 2-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs Includes Pigeon Creek and Nichols Tracts. No hunting in park day-use 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 left and follow paved road to area. From Manchester to Nichols and Pigeon Creek Tracts Take HWY 190 east 3.9 miles; turn left on paved road; go 0.1 mile to fork; turn left; go 1.8 miles to fork in road; right fork to Nichols Tract; left to Pigeon Creek Tract. 422 QC a Standing Boy Creek Tract 1,580 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S; Sign-In once per season. Turkey Q10 C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30S|Apr. 5-13S Only child may hunt. Q10 Archery Only: Apr. 19-27S Dove Q30 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7, 14, Oct. 12S Only child may hunt. Special Regs Upon determination by the Commissioner that a person has violated this title (OCGA 27) or any rule or regulation promulgated pursuant to hunting or trespass on or from Standing Boy Creek 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. Harvested deer will not be tagged with Department tags and must be recorded on the hunter's deer harvest record. Camping prohibited. ATVs prohibited. Directions From Columbus Take HWY 219 north. Turn left on Old River Rd., go 1.5 miles. Tract on left. 423 G L O SQHF West Point WMA 8,952 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Oct. 13S|Nov. 9-17S Primitive Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 2122S Firearms H L Honorary License Holders/La- dies/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 24-26S Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 1719C|Dec. 5-7C Turkey Q80 Mar. 22-30S General Hunt: Mar. 31-May 15 S Small Game F Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 14-15, Oct. 2022, Oct. 27-Nov. 8, Nov. 18-Dec. 3, Dec. 8-19, Dec. 23-Feb. 28. See page 64. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Nov. 28-Dec. 3, Dec. 8-19, Dec. 23-Jan. 11 Waterfowl Daniels Pond & Pond 1: Waterfowl hunting Youth Waterfowl Days Saturday only during small game dates concurrent with state waterfowl season. Shooting hours until 12 noon. Coyote O May 16-Jun. 1 No night hunting. 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 points (1 inch long or longer) on either side or a 15 inch outside spread 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. 424 C Q B West Point WMA - Dixie Creek Area 711 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Jan. 1S Turkey C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-30S General Hunt: Mar. 31-May 15S Small Game Jan. 2-Feb. 28 B Aug. 15-Mar. 15. See page 64. Waterfowl Waterfowl hunting during small game dates concurrent with state waterfowl season. Shooting hours until 12 noon. Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four points (1 inch long or longer) on either side or a 15 inch outside spread are legal. No camping. 425 QC Q West Point WMA - Glovers Creek Area 337 acres 478.825.6354 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Jan. 1S Waterfowl Youth Waterfowl Days: Shooting hours until 12 noon. Q5 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25. Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with at least four points (1 inch long or longer) on either side or a 15 inch outside spread are legal. Attention Youth Quail Hunters As part of the WRD Bobwhite Quail Initiative (BQI), quota youth quail hunts will be conducted on private 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, 2013. Turkey Hunters Would you like to participate in our Annual Turkey Hunter Survey and help make a difference? If so, please go to: www.gohuntgeorgia.com or call 478-825-6354 for more information. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 52 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations Map: Region 5 Legend 511 507 506 503 Southwest REGION 5 509 501 (229) 430-4254 502 501 W Q 505 Albany Nursery WMA 504 300 acres 229.430.4254 510 Deer Archery Either Sex: Dec. 14-Jan. 15S Firearms W Either Sex/Wheelchair Hunters Only/Shotgun Only: Nov. 7-10S| Dec. 5-8S Turkey Q2 W Wheelchair Hunters Only: Mar. 29-30S|April 12-13S|April 26-27S. Apply to Region 5 office by Mar. 10. Small Game Aug. 15-Nov. 3, Feb. 8-9, Feb. 15-16, Feb. 22-23. Shotgun only. S Q1 Quail: Jan. 18, Jan. 25, Feb. 1. Quota 1 party/hunt and 3 persons/party. Bag limit is 6/person or 12/partyS. Dove Q35 Sept. 7S General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20 Waterfowl Saturdays & State Holidays only: Jan. 16 through end of statewide season. Special Regs 513 508 Small Game F Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-Nov. 19, Nov. 24-26, Dec. 2-3, Dec. 8-24, Jan. 1-Feb. 28S. See page 64. Dove Q40 Sept. 7S. Quota on designated fields only (all other areas are open to public). General Hunt: Sept. 8-13, Dec. 2-3, Dec. 8-24 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 6-11S|May 20-25S|June 3-8S|June 24-29 S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. See page 65 for quota hunt application instructions. Directions Take GA HWY 234 west 11 miles; turn right on Tallahassee Rd.; go 1.2 miles to entrance on right. 502 G SPCFQ Directions From Albany Take HWY 91 south 4 miles to jct. with HWY 62; turn right and go 15 miles; follow signs to check station. 503 C Q Cordele Fish Hatchery 40 acres 229.430.4254 Chickasawhatchee WMA 19,700 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S|Jan. 1-15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Q350 Either Sex: Nov. 21-23C|Dec. 5-7S C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Nov. 28Dec. 1 S | Dec. 26-31S Turkey Q50 Mar. 22-28S|Mar. 29-Apr. 4S General Hunt: Apr. 5-May 15S Waterfowl Q3 C Adult-Child: Dec. 21S|Jan. 4S| Jan. 18S Q3 Nov. 23S|Dec. 7S Special Regs Maximum 3 persons per party. Shooting hours end at noon. Designated Pond Only. Stand-by waterfowl hunters will be issued unfilled spots based on a drawing one hour prior to legal shooting time the morning of the hunt. Directions From Cordele Take U.S. HWY 280 west 0.5 miles. Turn right on Fish Hatchery Rd., go 1.4 miles. Turn Right on Williams Lake Road go 0.4 miles to impoundment on left. 512 504 Doerun Pitcherplant Bog WMA 600 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Small Game Jan. 16-Feb. 28S. Fox squirrel hunting prohibited. Special Regs Doerun Pitcherplant Bog contains 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 miles; turn left at Natural Area sign. 505 B Elmodel WMA 1,600 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game B Aug. 15-Feb. 28S. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Directions From Newton Take HWY 37 north 8 miles; turn left on Jericho Rd.; area is on right. S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) 506 Flint River WMA 2,300 acres 229.430.4254 W P QQ Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Oct. 13S|Nov. 23-Dec. 15S Firearms W Quality Buck & Antlerless/Wheelchair Hunters Only: Oct. 18-20S Q35 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Oct. 31-Nov. 2C|Nov. 14-16C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 12, Oct. 14-16, Oct. 21-29, Nov. 3-12, Nov. 17-22, Dec. 16-Feb. 28 Quail: Wednesdays, Saturdays, and State holidays during small game dates beginning Nov. 16. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Dec. 16-Jan. 11Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 6-11S|June 3-8S|June 2429S|Aug. 5-10S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with 15" outside spread or 16" main beams are legal. Each wheelchair hunter may bring an attendant w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 53 Specific WMA Regulations (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 S P Hannahatchee WMA 5,095 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30S|Dec. 26-Jan. 15S Buck Only: Dec 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer hunts. O Coyote: Jun. 6-23S. No night hunt- ing. DOVE Sept. 7-22, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11 Feral Hog See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 6-11S|May 20-25S|June 3-8S|June 24-29S; hunter orange required; no dogs allowed. Directions From Richland Take HWY 27 west toward Lumpkin; Go 4 miles to first paved road; turn right and go 3 miles; turn left and go 1 mile to Moore's Store Rd. (1st dirt road on right); turn right and proceed to check station. 508 F Lake Seminole WMA 15,680 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11 Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Dec. 26Jan. 15 Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer hunts. See page 64. Alligator May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and 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 This WMA consists of 9 tracts along Lake Seminole and associated waterways. Contact the Albany Game Management Office, 2024 Newton Rd., Albany, GA 31701, (229) 430-4254 and maps may be printed from gohuntgeorgia.com. 509 Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with 15" outside Lake Walter F George WMA spread or 16" main beams are legal. Mon- 612 acres 229.430.4254 tezuma Bluff WMA contains rare species Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 and sensitive habitats. To protect these resources, vehicular access is limited to boat landing road. No ATVs or horses allowed. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Directions From Montezuma Take HWY 49 north 1 Small Game mile to boat landing road; turn left; area Shotguns & Archery Only: Aug. 15-Feb. lies along river bluff north and south of 28. Feral hogs may be taken with shotgun Boat Landing Road. only during small-game season. Waterfowl Waterfowl hunting permitted on portions of lake in Georgia, except within 200 yards 512 W C QQ River Creek, The Rolf & Alexandra Kauka WMA of a public park, road, cabin, or other 2,437 acres 229.430.4254 developed areas. Areas within Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge have separate regulations. Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14- Alligator 22S|Oct. 12-20S May be hunted during open archery deer Firearms dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations Q30 Quality Buck & Antlerless: Nov. 13-16C|Dec. 4-7C pursuant to alligator hunting. Directions From Ft. Gaines This WMA consists of 4 different tracts of land that can be found at various points along the lake shore. Directions to and maps of the various Q35 C Adult-Child/Quality Buck & Antlerless: Dec. 26-28S Turkey Q5 C Adult-Child: Mar. 28-30S|Apr. 4-6S Q5 Apr. 11-13S tracts can be obtained from: the Albany Small Game Game Management Office, 2024 Newton Jan. 25-Feb. 9S. Rd., Albany, GA 31701; (229) 430-4254 and maps may be printed from gohuntgeorgia.com. 510 G S Dove Q15 C Adult-Child: Sept. 7S|Sept. 14S Waterfowl Mayhaw WMA Q3 C Adult-Child: Dec. 14S|Dec. 6,300 acres 229.430.4254 28S | Jan. 11S; Quota 3 parties, max Deer 3 persons/party. Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Special Regs Only Quality Bucks with four or more Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S points (1 inch or longer) on one side of the antlers are legal. Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-24S|Oct. 28-Nov. 14 S|Nov. 18-27 S| Dec. 2-12S|Dec. 16-Jan. 2S|Jan. 6-15S Either Sex: Oct. 25-27S|Nov. 15- 17S|Nov. 28-Dec. 1S|Dec. 13- 15S|Jan. 3-5S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Furbearers may not be hunted during firearms deer hunts. Directions From Colquitt Firetower Tract is 1 mile west of Colquitt on HWY 91. Willoughby and Oldhouse tracts: From Colquitt take U.S. 27 North to first paved road; turn left and go 1 mile to Willoughby Tract and 2 miles to Oldhouse Tract. Check station is located near entrance to Willoughby tract. 511 Q Montezuma Bluffs WMA 500 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Quality Buck & Antlerless: Sept. 14Jan. 15S Turkey Archery Only: May 1-15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Jan. 16-Feb. 28. No furbearer season. Directions From Thomasville Take U.S. HWY 84 west approx. 4 miles. WMA entrance is on left approx. 0.9 mile after crossing the Ochlocknee River Bridge. 513 C Q Silver Lake WMA 9,200 acres 229.430.4254 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Q160 Either Sex: Oct. 30-Nov. 2S|Dec. 19-22S Buck Only: Nov. 16-Dec. 1S|Jan. 2-15S Turkey Q35 Mar. 22-30S Q35 C Adult-Child: Apr. 5-13S General Hunt: Apr. 19-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 12, Oct. 19-28, Nov. 3-14, Dec. 2-17, Dec. 23-Jan. 1, Jan. 16-30, Feb. 2-6, Feb. 9-13, Feb. 16-28 S QUAIL QUAIL HUNTING BY QUOTA ONLY Q3 Feb. 1 S|Feb. 8 S|Feb. 15 S Maximum 3 persons/party. Bag limit 6/ person or 12/party. 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 Bainbridge Take HWY 253 south 2.7 miles; go left on Ten Mile Still Rd.; travel 6 miles; turn right on Silver Lake Rd.; travel 2.9 miles; turn left onto WMA access road. Check station is 0.8 miles on the right. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 54 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations South CentraL REGION 6 (229) 426-5267 601 C APPLING COUNTY DOVE FIELD 91 ACRES (229) 426.5267 DOVE C Adult-Child: Sept. 7 General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21 SPECIAL REGS Call region office at (229) 426.5267 for details. DIRECTIONS From Alma: Take US 1 north to Pat Lewis Rd. on right (1st road on right after crossing over the Appling County line from Bacon County). Go 1 mile to dove fields. From Baxley: Take US 1 south for 9 miles; turn left on Pat Lewis Rd. Go 1 mile to dove fields. 602 S G C B Beaverdam WMA 5,500 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-27S|Oct. 5-11S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 28Oct. 4S Either Sex: Oct. 31-Nov. 2C Buck Only: Nov. 29-Dec. 1S| Dec. 19-22S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game B Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 12-29, Nov. 3-27, Dec. 2-17, Dec. 23-Feb. 28. See page 64. Alligator May be hunted during open archery dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Feral Hog P See page 40. Q3 Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 2-3 S, Mar. 7-8S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. Dogs may be used on Special Hog Hunt only. Hogs may not be removed from WMA alive. Directions From Dublin Take U.S. 441 north 4.5 miles; turn right on Old Toomsboro Rd., go 7.5 miles to WMA sign; turn right on Oconee Church Rd., turn at WMA sign. Map: Region 6 602 611 617 606 610 608 614 615 612 Evans 607 604 618 613 603 616 605 609 603 Big Hammock WMA 6,900 acres 229.426.5267 S G aC Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Oct. 13-18S a Archery Only Area: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 10-12S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 23-26S Buck Only: Nov. 8-9S|Dec. 4-7S C Adult-Child: Nov. 29-Dec. 1S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-21, Oct. 27-Nov. 6, Nov. 10-27, Dec. 2, Dec. 8-Feb. 28 a Archery Only Area: Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Jan. 16-Feb. 28 Alligator May be hunted during open archery dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Feral Hog P See page 40. Q5 Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 9-10 S, Mar. 7-8S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. Dogs may be used on Special Hog Hunt only. Hogs may not be removed from WMA alive. Special Regs If the river stage is 9 feet or higher, measured at the Doctortown Gauge, the gates will be closed. No firearms deer hunting within designated archery-only areas but legal firearms permitted for turkey and small game hunting. Deer hunters may not hunt within 50 feet of the nature trail. Dogs prohibited on Archery Only Area from Mar. 1-Nov. 1. Foot traffic 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. 604 S G aC A Bullard Creek WMA 13,900 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-24S|Sept. 29Oct. 14S a Ocmulgee Tract Archery Only Area: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Sept. 26-28C Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 16-19S Dec. 19-21S C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Nov. 1-3S Either Sex: Nov. 27-30S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 20-30, Nov. 4-25, Dec. 1-17, Dec. 22-Feb. 28 Ocmulgee Tract: Jan. 16-Feb. 28 Alligator May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs Montgomery County Tract access is limited to foot or boat travel only and is quality buck which means bucks must have a minimum of four points (1 inch or longer) on one side. No firearms deer hunting within designated archery-only areas (Ocmulgee and Towns Bluff Tracts) but legal firearms permitted for turkey and small game hunting. Directions From Hazlehurst Take U.S. 221 north 7 miles; turn left at entrance sign; go to check station. 605 Dixon Memorial WMA 35,559 acres 229.426.5267 S G Q Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-30, Oct. 6-8, 13-17S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 2-5C | Oct. 10-12S Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-20S|Oct. 26-29S Either Sex: Nov. 7-9C|Nov. 27-Dec. 1S|Dec. 7-10S Q60 Dog Hunting/Either Sex/Shotguns with Buckshot Only: Nov. 16S|Dec. 21S. Dog deer hunting allowed in des- ignated area only. All dogs used in the dog deer hunt must be marked with the selected hunter's name and phone number. The WMA will be closed to all users during dog deer hunts except to hunters with a valid quota permit. Bear Bears may not be taken on the Federal portion of Cowhouse Island. Archery Sept. 26-28S Primitive Oct. 3-5C Oct. 10-12S Firearms Nov. 7-9C Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 30, Oct. 6-Nov. 5, Nov. 10-Feb. 28 Dove Sept. 7, 14, 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Jan. 11. Alligator May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and 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. 606 G C Q Dodge County PFA 444 acres 912.285.6094 Deer Archery Nov. 7-10S|Nov. 13-17S TURKEY Q2 C Adult-Child: Apr. 4-5S|Apr. 1112S Quail Q1 C Adult-Child: Dec. 7S|Jan. 18S; Quota one adult/two children. Bag limit 8/party. Alligator Sept. 20-22S. Night hunting only. Special Regs All hunters must sign-in at PFA office before hunting. Closed every Monday & Tuesday. Hunting in designated area only. Area map posted at office and kiosk. Directions From Eastman South on U.S. Hwy 23/341 for 3 miles; left on County Rd. 49; go 0.6 miles. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 55 Specific WMA Regulations 607 Evans County PFA 400 acres 912.285.6094 G C Q Waterfowl Q3 C Adult-Child: Nov. 23S|Dec. 7S Q3 General Hunt: Jan. 4S. Hunting allowed in waterfowl impoundment only. No boats allowed. Maximum of 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. Alligator Sept. 13-15S. Night hunting only. Special Regs Closed every Monday and Tuesday. All hunters must sign-in at PFA office prior to hunting. 25-26, Feb. 1-2, Feb. 8-9, Feb. 15-16, Feb. 22-23. No fox squirrel or furbearer hunting. Waterfowl Sat. and Sun. only during state season. Shooting hours end at 12 noon. Alligator Sept. 7-8, Sept. 14-15, Sept. 21-22, Sept. 28-29, Oct. 5-6 in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs Harvested deer must be removed from the area whole (no field-dressing). No ATVs or motorcycles allowed on area. A valid Moody Air Force Base Hunting and Fishing Permit may be substituted for WMA license. Hiking trail from check station closed to hikers during firearms deer hunts. Federal lands within WMA may be closed for military training. Directions From Claxton Take U.S. HWY 280 east for 8.5 miles; turn right on Old Sunbury Rd.; go 1 mile and turn left on Area Line Rd.; go 0.3 miles, PFA on right. 608 Flat Tub WMA 6,669 acres 229.426.5267 Directions From Valdosta Take U.S. 221 north 8 miles; turn left on Knights Academy Rd.; go 1.5 miles to envtrance on right; follow signs to check station. 610 C H F B Horse Creek WMA 8,100 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Dec. 1S|Dec. 26-Jan. 10S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Special Regs Small game hunters are required to wear hunter orange during firearms deer hunts. No ATVs. Directions From Douglas Take HWY 441 north 20 miles; turn right onto HWY 107; go 8 miles to WMA sign on left. 609 G C Grand Bay WMA 8,700 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-15S|Sept. 21-22S|Sept. 28-29 S|Nov. 16-17S|Nov. 23-24S|Dec. 1415S|Dec. 21-22S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 5-6S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 12-13S General Hunt: Either Sex: Oct. 1920C|Oct. 26-27S|Nov. 2-3S| Nov. 9-10S|Nov. 30-Dec. 1S|Dec. 7-8S|Dec. 28-29S | Jan. 4-5S Turkey C Adult-Child: Mar. 29-30S|Apr. 12- 13S. Only child may hunt. General Hunt: Apr. 19-20S Small Game Aug. 17-18, Aug. 24-25, Aug. 31-Sept. 1, Sept. 7-8, Sept. 14-15, Sept. 21-22, Sept. 28-29, Oct. 5-6, Oct. 12-13, Oct. 26-27, Nov. 2-3, Nov. 9-10, Nov. 16-17, Nov. 23-24, Nov. 30Dec. 1, Dec. 7-8, Dec. 14-15, Dec. 21-22, Dec. 28-29, Jan. 4-5, Jan. 11-12, Jan. 18-19, Jan. Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-17S|Sept. 22-Oct. 10S|Oct. 19-28S|Jan. 1-15S Primitive Either Sex: Sept. 19-21S Firearms C H Adult-Child/Honorary License Holder/Either Sex: Oct. 12-13S Buck Only: Oct. 30-Nov. 2S Either Sex: Nov. 14-16C|Dec. 12-14S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F B Aug. 15-Sept. 12, Oct. 14-17, Nov. 3-12, Nov. 17-Dec. 10, Dec. 15-31, Jan. 16-Feb. 28. See page 64. 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 Jacksonville Take HWY 117 east 6 miles; turn right at sign; then turn right at information board; follow road to check station. 611 G Hugh Gillis PFA 700 acres 912.285.6094 Deer Archery Nov 7-10S|Nov 13-17S turkey Q2 C Adult/Child: Mar. 28-29S Apr. 11-12S Special Regs Camping area and trail closed during hunts. All hunters must sign-in at the PFA office prior to hunting. Closed every Monday & Tuesday. Hunting in designated area only. Area map posted at office and kiosk. Directions From East Dublin Go east on U.S. Hwy 80 for 10 mi.; left on Keens Crossing Rd.; go 1.4 mi. to PFA entrance on right. 612 C Q Indian Ford Farm Dovefields 100 acres 229.426.5267 DOVE Q50 C Adult/Child: Sept 14S SPECIAL REGS Hunters must sign-in at check station after 12:00 P.M. on the Sept. 14. Maps and instructions will be provided at sign-in. Hunt is 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM. No ATVs. Hunters must use open gates to access fields; DO NOT climb fences. It is of utmost importance to have no litter left behind, including expended shotgun shells. Extra caution should be taken to ensure absolutely no live shells are left behind! DIRECTIONS From Lyons Take Hwy 152 North (New Cobbtown Rd.) approximately 2.9 miles and turn right on Indian Ford Farm Rd. Proceed approximately 0.7 miles to building on left to sign-in area for the hunt. 613 C Moody Forest WMA 3,500 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Firearms Either Sex: Nov. 1-Dec. 15S Turkey C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-23S General Hunt: Mar. 28-Apr. 12S Small Game Squirrel: C Adult-Child: Dec. 16-22S. General Hunt: Dec. 23-Jan. 5SRegs Special Regs No ATVs. No fox squirrel hunting. Check for prescribed burn info and Sign-In at kiosk on East River Road. Directions From Baxley Go 7 miles north on U.S. 1. Turn right on Lenox Rd., go 4.2 miles. Turn left on Davis Landing Rd., go 2.3 miles. Turn left on East River Rd., go 0.8 miles to kiosk. 614 Ohoopee Dunes WMA 2,500 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. No furbearer season. Special Regs Ohoopee Dunes WMA contains rare species and sensitive habitats. To protect these resources vehicular access is limited. No ATVs or horses are allowed on the area. Dogs prohibited from Mar. 1-Nov. 1. Directions From Swainsboro From jct. of U.S. 1 and U.S. 80, take U.S. 80 west 6 miles to kiosk on north side of HWY. 615 Oliver Bridge WMA 1,560 acres 229.426.5267 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-27S|Nov. 1624S | Dec. 21-29S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Oct. 18, Oct. 28-Nov. 15, Nov. 25-Dec. 20, Dec. 30-Feb. 28 Special Regs ATVs and camping prohibited. Directions From Statesboro From Veteran's Memorial Pkwy. and GA 24 intersection go east on GA 24 toward Oliver for approximately 12.5 miles to the WMA entrance on right. 616 G C Paradise PFA 1,300 acres 912.285.6094 Dove C Adult-Child: Sept. 7S General Hunt: Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12, 16, 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 4, Dec. 7, Dec. 11, Dec. 14, Dec. 18, Dec. 21, Dec. 25, Dec. 28, Jan. 1, Jan. 4, Jan. 8, Jan. 11 Waterfowl Dec. 12S|Jan. 2S Special Regs Dove hunting in designated fields only; shooting hours follow state regulations. Hunting for ducks and geese in designated areas only, shooting hours until 12 noon. Closed every Monday and Tuesday. Directions From Tifton Take U.S. HWY 82 east for 8 miles to Brookfield. Turn right on Whitley Rd.; take first left on Brookfield-Nashville Rd. and go 1.5 miles to entrance on left. 617 River Bend WMA 3,500 acres 229.426.5267 W C QA Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 3S|Oct. 7-11S Firearms W Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Oct. 5-6C C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Oct. 26-27C Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Nov. 7-9C|Dec. 12-14S Turkey Q15 Mar. 22-28S|Mar. 29-Apr. 4S General Hunt: Apr. 5-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 12-24, Oct. 28Nov. 5, Nov. 10-Dec. 10, Dec. 15-Feb. 28 Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20, Nov. 28-Dec. 10, Dec. 15-Jan. 11 Waterfowl Waterfowl may be hunted on impoundment and its surrounding roads/dikes until noon only on Wed., Sat., and Sun. during statewide season. 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 Dublin Take I-16 east to Exit 58 (HWY 199); turn south and go 0.3 miles; road to check station is on right. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 56 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations 618 Rogers State Prison Farm Dove Fields 538 acres 229-426-5267 Dove Sept. 7S|Sept. 14S|Sept. 21S Special Regs Hunters must sign-in at the Sign-In Kiosks located at the entrances to each field prior to hunting. WMA license is NOT required. A map of the fields will be located in the kiosks (and on our website) with designated parking areas delineated on the maps. State hunting regulations will apply to the dovefields for the first segment of the dove season. No ATVs or UTVs will be allowed on the fields. No hunting within 100 yards of residences or 50 yards of county roads. Hunters must use open gates to access fields; DO NOT climb fences. Please leave no litter behind, which includes spent shotgun shells. Extra caution should be taken to ensure no live shells are left on the field. Directions From Reidsville take GA Highway 147 approximately 6.5 miles to intersection with Hwy 178. Turn left on Hwy 178 and proceed 1.5 miles to dirt road on the right that leads to entrance of field 1 and the parking area. Coastal REGION 7 (912) 262-3173 701 G P Altamaha WMA--Buffalo Swamp, Lewis Island, and McGowan Lake Tracts 19,987 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30; Dec. 26Jan. 15S Buck only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Waterfowl Statewide season. Special Firearms Hog Hunts P Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31. Hunter orange required. Dogs may be used to hunt hogs during Special Firearms Hog Hunts only. Hogs may not be removed from WMA alive. Special Regs This area includes those Altamaha WMA lands west of Butler & Champney Islands. Directions To Buffalo Swamp 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. To McGowan Lake from Darien Take HWY 251/Cox Rd west 8 miles to Cox. Left onto Fort Barrington Rd. Entrance is 2.2 miles on left. You may also sign in at Altamaha Regional Park, Champney Island Boat Ramp, and Darien City Docks. 702 G Q Altamaha WMA - Waterfowl Management Area 11,402 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Nov. 15S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Except Butler Island which opens after the last Saturday of waterfowl season. No furbearer season. Map: Region 7 704 714 709 710 706 705 711 708 713 712 707 703 701 702 Rabbits: Bag Limit - 6/person/day. Special Archery Only Youth Hunt on Butler Refuge: Jan. 18-19. Snipe hunting is allowed Wed.-Sun. & State holidays during state season, except on Butler Island which opens after last Saturday of Waterfowl Season. Dove Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Oct. 12-20 and Nov. 28-Jan. 11, except that Butler & Champney Islands are closed to dove hunting during statewide waterfowl season. Waterfowl Wed., Sat., Sun., State Holidays during statewide season. Shooting hours are until 12 noon, except that on last day of season shooting hours end at sunset. Q25 Butler Island: Saturday Only. Stand selection drawing to be held at 5am. Stand-by waterfowl hunters will be issued unfilled blinds on quota hunts based on drawing the morning of the hunt. Maximum 3 persons per blind area. Handicap hunters selected for quota contact Area Manager at 912262-3173. Feral Hog P Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Small Game weapons only. Waterfowl impoundments are open only during archery deer hunts and after last Saturday of waterfowl season. Special Regs This area includes Broughton, Butler, Champney, and 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 firearms at all times but open to archery deer & hog hunting archery seasons and archery rabbit hunting after the last Saturday of waterfowl season. Airboats are prohibited inside managed waterfowl impoundments. Access to Rhetts Island at designated crossover sites only. Boats are restricted to one motor of 25hp or less. Rhetts Island is closed to fishing, shrimping & crabbing during early teal season & state- Legend S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 57 Specific WMA Regulations wide 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 G aC P Clayhole Swamp WMA 5,242 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-18S|Sept 23Oct. 1S|Oct. 6-Oct 11S|Oct. 19Nov. 15S|Dec. 23-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 2022C Either Sex: Oct. 3-5C|Nov. 2324S|Dec. 16-22S Buck Only: Nov. 16-22S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 12, Nov. 25-Dec. 15, Jan. 16-Feb. 28 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunts: Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31; hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist; no dogs allowedS. Alligator May be hunted during open archery deer dates concurrent with the alligator season in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs Horseback riding prohibited during ALL deer hunts. Area west of firebreak along west side of Cowpen Swamp is archery only for all species. a Archery Only Area Deer--Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game & Furbearers Aug. 15- Feb. 28 Directions From Sterling Take HWY 341 north 0.5 mile; turn right on Old Jesup Rd.; go 1 mile to Pennick Rd. on right; WMA is 6 miles down Pennick Rd. on right. 704 C Q Griffin Ridge WMA 5,600 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 1S|Oct. 6-18S Primitive Q100 Either Sex: Oct. 3-5S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Nov. 1-3C Q100 Either Sex: Nov. 14-16S|Dec. 12-14C Turkey Q25 C Adult-Child: Mar. 22-23C Q25 General Hunt: Mar. 29-Apr. 4C|Apr. 12-18C|Apr. 26-May 2C Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Oct. 19-30, Nov. 4-12, Nov. 17-Dec. 10, Dec. 15-Feb. 28. No furbearer season. Alligator Sept. 7-Oct. 6 in accordance with rules and regulations pursuant to alligator hunting. Special Regs No ATVs or horses allowed on area. No vehicles allowed beyond designated parking areas. River access allowed. Check-In and camping only at Fountain Hole Camping Area. Directions From Ludowici Take U.S. 301 south 2 miles. The area is on the right (north) of highway. First road south of DOT weigh station. 705 F O Little Satilla WMA 18,920 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30; Dec. 26Jan. 15S Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. O Coyote: May 16-Jun. 1S. No night hunting. Special Regs No camping. 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 C P Q Deer Archery Q100 Either Sex: Oct. 24-26C Primitive Q100 Either Sex: Nov. 7-9C Firearms Q75 C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Nov. 28-30C Q100 General Hunt Either Sex: Oct. 10-12C|Dec. 12-14C Feral Hog P Q100 Jan. 16-18C|Feb. 20-22C. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. Special Regs Hunters on Ossabaw Island WMA will be required to furnish their own boat transportation to & from the Island. Limited docking space is available; some boats may have to stream anchor. All hunter access to the Island will be over the dock facilities at Newell Creek on the south end of the Island. Hunters may not enter upon Ossabaw Island until 12:00 p.m. EST one-day prior to Check-In. Hunters may check-in at 9:00 a.m. EST one-day prior to hunt & camps must be removed by 12:00 p.m. EST on the day following the hunt. One person from each campsite must check-in and upon leaving check-out from the campsite at the check-in station. No motorized vehicles allowed & only permitted activities allowed. No pets. Campfires restricted to provided fire rings. No access permitted to Ossabaw above high tide mark. Directions Access only by boat; nearest ramp is at Ft. McAllister State Park, approximately 9 miles east of Richmond Hill. 707 aC P Q Paulks Pasture WMA 16,600 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-18S|Sept. 23Oct. 1S|Oct. 6-11S a Archery Only Area/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 2022C Either Sex: Oct. 3-5C|Dec. 15-20S Buck Only/Either Sex/Last Two Days: Oct. 19-Nov. 5, Nov 11-19, Nov 20-26 S Buck Only: Dec. 21-Jan. 1, Jan. 5-15S Q60 Dog Hunting/Either Sex/Shot- guns with Buckshot Only: Dec. 6-7C|Dec. 13-14C|Jan. 3-4C. Dog deer hunting allowed in designated area only. Dog deer hunters must check-in at Paulks Pasture check station prior to hunt. All dogs used in the dog deer hunt must be marked with the selected hunter's name and phone number. The WMA will be closed to all users during dog deer hunts except to hunters with a valid quota permit. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Nov. 6-10, Nov. 27-Dec. 5, Dec. 8-12, Jan. 16-Feb. 28 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. Special Regs No camping. Horseback riding is prohibited during deer hunts. a Archery Only Area Area east of U.S. HWY 341. Directions From Brunswick Take U.S. HWY 341 north 8 miles to check station on left. 708 aC P Penholoway Swamp WMA 10,546 acres 912.262.3173 SPECIAL NOTE This area includes the Boyles Island Tract. Access to Boyles Island is by river only except during the following hunt dates: Sept 27-29, Oct 10-12, 2013 and March 1-15, 2014. See hunt map for details or call the Region Office at 912-262-3173. Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-25S|Sept. 30Oct. 8S|Oct. 21-Nov. 30S|Dec. 9-Jan. 15S a Archery Only Areas/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 13-20S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 2729C Either Sex: Oct. 10-12C|Dec. 2-8S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 26, Sept. 30-Oct. 9, Oct. 13-Feb. 28. Bird dogs may be trained in the areas off of Redman and Deadend Rds. Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. Dogs may be used. Hogs may not be removed from WMA alive. Special Regs Idle speed only on Cogden Lake. a Archery Only Area Area north of Paradise Park Rd. Directions From Mt. Pleasant Take HWY 341 north 2 miles to Akin Rd.; turn right; go to end of Akin Rd.; turn left onto River Rd. Entrance to WMA is 2.7 miles on right just before Paradise Park Rd. 709 Rayonier Corridor Lands WMA 41 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Area closed to deer hunting. Turkey Area closed to turkey hunting. Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Special Regs WMA consists of 300ft wide section of non-contiguos property on the Wayne County side of the Altamaha River extending from mile 61 (Doe Eddy) for 1.2mi down river. WMA license required. All lands in McIntosh/Long Counties previously listed under this area are now part of Townsend WMA. All lands that were part of Boyles Island in Wayne County are now part of Penholoway Swamp WMA. 710 G S aP F B Richmond Hill WMA 7,400 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S a Archery Only Areas/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Either Sex: Oct. 19-Nov. 30; Dec. 26Jan. 15S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F B Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. No furbearer hunting or dog training in Archery Only areas. Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Mar. 1-15S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. a Archery Only Areas Tracts 8, 9, 10, 12 & 17 and that portion of tract 1 south of Kilkenny Rd. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 58 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Specific WMA Regulations Directions From Richmond Hill Take HWY 144 east to Oak Level Rd. or Kilkenny Rd. and follow signs. 711 F Rogers WMA 3,500 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18S Firearms Still Hunting Only/Either Sex: Oct. 19Nov. 30; Dec. 26-Jan.15S Still Hunting Only/Buck Only: Dec. 1-25 S Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game F Aug. 15-Feb. 28. See page 64. Special Regs No camping. Directions From Hortense Take HWY 301 north to McKinnon. Turn left at Rogers Tract sign and cross over railroad tracks. 712 aC P F Sansavilla WMA 16,867 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-25S|Sept. 30Oct. 8S Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 13-18S Firearms C Adult-Child/Either Sex: Sept. 2729C Either Sex: Oct. 10-12C|Dec. 2127S Buck Only/Either Sex Last Two Days: Oct. 19-Nov. 3S|Nov. 16-Dec. 1S a Archery Only Areas Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15S. Archery equipment restriction for deer only. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Sept. 14, Nov. 3-15, Dec. 2-20, Dec. 28-Feb. 28 F Aug. 1-Sept. 7 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. Special Regs No camping. Directions From Brunswick Take U.S. 341 north to Mt. Pleasant, south of Jesup; Turn right on Howard Rd.; Check Station is on left (17 miles from Brunswick). 713 Sapelo Island WMA 9,000 acres 912.262.3173 P F Q Deer Archery Either Sex/North End: Sept. 14-Oct. 8S|Dec. 8-Jan. 15S Q125 Either Sex/South End: Nov. 7-9C|Dec. 5-7C Dec. 8-Jan. 15S (Designated areas only.) Maps of open hunting areas available at the Sapelo WMA Sign-In kiosks, Brunswick DNR office, and gohuntgeorgia.com. Primitive Q125 Either Sex: Oct. 10-12C Firearms Q125 Either Sex: Oct. 24-26C|Nov. 21-23C Small Game F Aug. 15-Oct. 8, Oct. 13-22, Oct. 27-31, Nov. 4-19, Nov. 24-27, Dec. 2-Feb. 28. See page 64. Feral Hog P Q100 Jan. 23-25C. Special Hog Hunt/North End Only: Mar. 1-May 15S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. No dogs allowed. Special Regs Reservations for transportation on state boat for Check-In hunts must be made through the Sapelo Island Visitor Center (912) 437-3224. No reservations will be accepted until you receive your selection notice; Visitor Center Hours: Tues.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 8:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Closed Sunday & Monday. Stream anchorage may be required for hunters using their own boats. Hunter access is allowed only at Moses Hammock Dock at head of Duplin River. No motorized vehicles allowed on island. Hunters may Check-In starting at 9:00 a.m. EST one day prior to hunt. Camps must be removed by 12 noon on the day following each hunt. Departures and returns from deer hunting must be made from Moses Hammock campsite. Hunters are required 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 There is limited space 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 limited to one 48 qt. per guest or one 96 qt. per two guests. Directions From Savannah Take I-95 south to Exit 58; turn left on GA HWY 57; go 1 mile to flashing light; continue straight on HWY 99, go 9.1 mi. to Landing Rd. (in Meridian); turn left and proceed to Sapelo Island Visitors Center. 714 P Q Townsend WMA 32,168 acres 912.262.3173 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S Firearms Either Sex: Oct. 12-Dec. 1S|Dec. 7-29S Q60 Dog Hunting/Either Sex/Shotguns with Buckshot Only: Dec. 4-5C|Jan. 1-2C | Jan. 8-9C. Dog deer hunters must check-in 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. The WMA will be closed to all users during dog deer hunts except to hunters with a valid quota permit. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S Small Game Aug. 15-Dec. 3, Dec. 6-31, Jan. 3-7, Jan. 10-Feb. 28 Feral Hog P See page 40. Special Hog Hunt: Aug. 1-14, Mar. 1-15, May 16-31S. Hunters must wear at least 500 square inches of hunter orange as an outer garment above the waist. Dogs may be used on Special Hog Hunt only. Hogs may not be removed from WMA alive. Directions North Tract from Ludowici Take HWY 57 East 4.2 miles; Turn right onto Old Barrington Rd; go 4.0 miles, kiosk is on the right at the junction of Middleton Lake Rd and Old Barrington Rd. South Tract from Darien Take HWY 251 West; in approx. 3 miles bear left onto Cox Hwy; follow Cox HWY through Cox for 8.5 miles; kiosk is on left. Buck Island Tract from Ludowici Take HWY 301 South 4.7 miles; Turn left onto Fishing Rd toward Morgan Lake; follow Fishing Rd for 2.5 miles; kiosk is located at fork in road. Pine Island Tract from Ludowici Take HWY 57 East 4.2 miles; Turn right onto Old Barrington Rd; go 0.75 miles; kiosk is on right at the junction of Pine Island Rd and Old Barrington Rd. DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER NEW PRO MODELS! READY. AIM. MOW. The DR FIELD and BRUSH FLATTEN 3"-THICK SAPLINGS MOWER isn't complicated. It's DEVOUR 8'-HIGH WEEDS AND BRUSH overbuilt, so you don't need to second-guess where you take it. CUT A SWATH UP TO 30" WIDE When you're behind a rugged steel GO ANYWHERE deck propelled by all-terrain tires, 44"cut TOW-BEHIND with a six-pound blade swinging at models also 195mph, you're calling the shots. available! Try it out on your place with our 6-Month Hands-On Trial. We've got you covered. Call for a FREE DVD and Catalog! TOLL FREE 888-213-2209 DRfieldbrush.com 80253X 2013 w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 59 Federal Area Regulations Federal Lands FED-1 Blackbeard Island NWR 843.784.2468 Deer Archery Either Sex: Oct. 17-19C|Dec. 5-7C Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.fws. gov/savannah/hunting.html. Refuge permit required. Island closed to general public Oct. 16-20, Dec. 4-8. No alligator hunting. FED-2 Bond Swamp NWR 478.986.5441 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 31 Firearms Q50Youth Only/Either Sex: Nov. 9-10 Q100Either Sex: Nov. 16-17, Nov. 23- 24 Turkey Q25Mar. 22-23, Apr. 4-5 Small Game Squirrel/Rabbit/Quail Only: Dec. 1-Jan. 31 Legend S Sign-in C Check-in CAdult-Child Hunt (see page 68) QQuota Hunt (see page 65) Example: Q200 denotes a Quota Hunt for 200 parties a Archery Only Area LLadies Hunt (see page 62) HHonorary License Hunt (see page 62) Q Quality Buck WWheelchair Hunt (see page 62) G GORP Property (all or portions of the area require GORP--see page 16) PFeral Hog Hunt (see page 62) OCoyote Hunt (see page 62) B Bird Dog Training F Furbearer Dog Training R Rabbit Dog Training AArchery Range (see page 41) SFirearms Shooting Range (see page 41) Waterfowl Q20 Dec. 7, Dec. 14, Dec. 21, Dec. 28, Jan. 4, Jan. 11, Jan. 18, Jan. 25 Shooting hours until 12 noon.S Special Regs Interested hunters must visit: www.fws. gov/bondswamp. Refuge permit required. Hunters must sign out all harvested game at check station. FED-3 Chattahoochee National Forest (outside of WMAs) 770.297.3000 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11 During Firearms Deer season, archers must follow Firearms either sex dates on the National Forest. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-Jan. 1 Land East of I-75/Either Sex: Oct. 26, Nov. 9, Nov. 30 Lands West of I-75/Either Sex: Same as county either/sex days Bear Hunting bears with dogs is prohibited in the Northern and Central Bear Zones including Chattahoochee National Forest. Archery Sept. 14-Oct. 11 Primitive Oct. 12-18 Firearms Oct. 19-Dec. 1. Turkey Mar. 22-May 15 Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Feral Hog Baiting is prohibited. No night hunting. Hogs may be taken with archery equipment during archery deer season, with deer weapons during firearms deer season, with turkey weapons during turkey season and with small game weapons during small game dates. 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, except as provided below. Pursuit of bears or feral hogs with dogs for training purposes may occur only Aug. 1-Sept. 6; Jan. 2-Mar. 19; May 1-23 during legal daylight hours; other requirements apply (see page 64). Prohibited: Transportation of any loaded weapon in a motor vehicle. Possession of alcohol when hunting. Placing, leaving, or depositing any 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. FED-4 a Q Lake Sidney Lanier - Buford Dam (USACE) 770.945.9531 Deer Archery Q Either Sex: Nov. 19-21 Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.sam. usace.army.mil/lanier. All facilites closed to the general public Nov. 19-21. Two deer limit only one may be antlered. Apply by letter no later than Oct. 15 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 Nov. 18. Preference will be given to disabled veterans. FED-5 a Q Lake Sidney Lanier - Islands (USACE) Deer Archery Q Either Sex: Nov. 14-17, Nov. 28-Dec. 1, Dec. 12-15 Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.sam. usace.army.mil/lanier. Limit one deer per day. Apply by letter no later than Oct. 15 to: Operation Mgr's Office, Attn: Craig Sowers, P.O. Box 567, Buford, GA 305180567. Include full name, address, phone, email. One hunter per letter. Accessible by boat only. FED-6 Lake Seminole/W.F. George Lake/G.W. Andrews Lake/West Point Lake/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 FED-7 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. Contact resource manager's office for feral hog hunting opportunities and restrictions outside of firearms deer season. Detailed hunting information may be found at: Hartwell 1.888.893.0678 www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/hartwell Russell 1.800.944.7207 www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/russell Thurmond (Clarks Hill) 1.800.533.3478 www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/thurmond FED-8 C Q Cumberland Island NS 912.882.4336 x258 Deer Archery Q125 Either Sex: Oct. 7-9C Primitive Q100 Either Sex: Nov. 4-6C|Dec. 2-4C. Legal handguns may be used. Firearms C Q50 Adult-Child/Either Sex: Dec. 15-17C. Child must be 12-16 years of age. All children under 16 must be di- rectly supervised at all times. Feral Hog Q100 Jan. 6-8C|Jan. 20-22C Special Regs Interested hunters must visit 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. FED-9 C Q Eufaula NWR 334.687.4065 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15 Lands between Bustahatchee and Rood Creeks/Either Sex: Nov. 1-Jan. 15 Firearms Q10 Either Sex: Oct. 5C|Oct. 19C Waterfowl Q16 Ducks & Geese Only; Saturdays during statewide seasonC. Shell limit is 25. C Adult-Child: Youth Waterfowl Saturday & one day determined by Refuge. Contact Refuge for details. Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.fws.gov/eufaula. Portions of Chattahooche River & W.F. George Lake within Eufaula NWR are closed to waterfowl hunting. Contact Refuge office for quota applications. No alligator hunting. FED-10 a Q Fort Gordon 706.791.2397 Deer Archery Q Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11C Q a Archery Only Area/Either Sex: Sept. 14-Jan. 15C Primitive Q Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Q Buck Only: Oct. 19-Jan. 15C Q Either Sex: Contact Fort Gordon for details. Turkey Q Mar. 22-May 15C Small Game Q Aug. 15-Feb. 28C Special Regs All hunting subject to post regulations. Minimum age is 18. Hunter education re- | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 60 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Federal Area Regulations quired. Permit required. Apply online May Turkey 1-15 at www.gohuntgeorgia.com. Mar. 22-May 15 FED-11 a Q Small Game Aug. 15-Feb. 28 Fort Stewart & Hunter Army Airfield Feral Hog 912.767.4354 Aug. 15-Feb. 28. Small game weapons only. No night hunting. No hunting with Deer dogs. Archery Q Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11C Special Regs Q Archery Only Areas/Either Sex: No dog training Jun. 1-Aug. 14. Pursuit Sept. 14-Jan. 15C of bears with dogs prohibited. Pursuit of Primitive feral hogs with dogs may occur only Aug. Q Either Sex: Oct. 12-18C. 1-Sept. 6; Jun. 2-Mar. 19; May 1-23 during Firearms legal daylight hours. Prohibited: Trans- Q Buck only: Oct. 21-Nov. 1C|Nov. portation of any loaded weapon in a mo- 4-27C|Dec. 1-26C|Jan. 1-15C tor vehicle. Possession of alcohol when Q Either Sex: Oct. 19-20C|Nov. hunting. Placing, leaving, or depositing 2 - 3 C | N o v . 2 8 - 3 0 C | and food, bait, or garbage in a manner Dec. 27-31C likely to attract or concentrate any wildlife, Q Shotgun Only Areas: Either Sex: whether for purposes of hunting or view- Sept. 14-Jan. 15C ing animals. Failure to properly store food Deer Season Bag Limit: 5 with no more or garbage so as to prevent access by than 2 antlered deer, of which one must wildlife. Coyotes may be hunted during have at least four points on one side (one open seasons with weapons restrictions inch or longer). Except that, in QDM area, for game species in season. No night both antlered deer must have at least four hunting. Electronic calls may be used. points on one side (one inch or longer). Turkey Q Mar. 22-May 15C FED-14 W Q Okefenokee NWR - Suwanee Canal Unit Small Game 912.496.7836 Q Aug. 15-Feb. 28C Deer Dove Firearms Q Managed Dove Fields: Wed, Sat., Q30 Either Sex: Oct. 25-26C. Sun., Holidays during statewide dove Q10 W Wheelchair Hunters Only/Ei- seasonC. ther Sex: Oct. 25-26C. waterfowl Feral hog may be taken; no limit. Q Statewide season. No hunting past 12 Special Regs noonC. Interested hunters must visit www.fws. Special Regs Interested hunter must visit www.stewa r t . a r my.m il /d pw/ w il dli fe /d e f a u l t .h tm. Mandatory phone check-in. All hunting subject to post regulations and access for hunting is not guaranteed. FED-12 Q gov/okefenokee. Shooting hours close at 12 noon. Shotguns with slugs & muzzleloaders only. FED-15 Okefenokee - Cowhouse Unit 912.496.7836 Deer Harris Neck NWR Archery 843.784.2468 Either Sex: Sept. 14-30, Oct. 6-8, Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 19-21C Firearms Q150 Either Sex: Nov. 15C. Shotguns 20 gauge and larger with slugs only. 13-17. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 2-5C | Oct. 10-12S Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-20S|Oct. 26- 29S Either Sex: Nov. 7-9C, Nov. 27-Dec. Special Regs 1S|Dec. 7-10S Interested hunter must visit www.fws.gov/ savannah/hunting.html. Apply by Aug. 31. Refuge closed to general public during Turkey Mar. 22-May 15S hunts. All youth hunters under 16 must Small Game possess Hunter Safety certificate and be Quail/Rabbit/Squirrel Only: Aug. 15- supervised by an adult 21 or older. One Sept. 30, Oct. 6-Nov. 5, Nov. 10-Feb. 28 adult may supervisor one youth. FED-13 Oconee National Forest 706.485.1776 Special Regs Foot travel only on ONWR portion of Cowhouse Island. No dogs allowed except pointing dogs for hunting quail. Sign-In & Check-In at Dixon Memorial WMA. Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11 During Firearms Deer season, archers must follow Firearms either sex dates on the National Forest. Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 12-18 Firearms Buck Only: Oct. 19-25, Oct. 28-Nov. 27, Dec. 1-8 Either Sex: Oct. 26-27, Nov. 28-30, Dec. 26-Jan. 1 FED-16 a Okefenokee - Pocket Unit 912.496.7836 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-Oct. 11S. SignIn/Sign-Out required. Special Regs Foot travel only off of paved road. No dogs allowed. No alligator hunting. FED-17 W Q Piedmont NWR 478.986.5441 Deer Archery Either Sex: Sept. 14-29 Primitive Q1250 Either Sex: Oct. 31-Nov. 2 Firearms W Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Oct. 18-19 Q1250 General Hunt/Either Sex: Nov. 7-9, Nov. 14-16, Nov. 21-23 Turkey Q300 Mar. 25-29, Apr. 8-12, Apr. 22-26 Small Game Squirrel only: Aug. 15-Sept. 13, Sept. 30- Oct. 17, Oct. 20-30, Nov. 3-6, Nov. 10-13 Squirrel/Rabbit/Quail only: Nov. 17-20, Nov. 24-Feb. 28 Raccoon & Opossum: Jan 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2014 Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.fws. gov/piedmont. Permit required for all hunting. Permit fee applies. The quota deer hunt application deadline is August 28, 2013. The quota turkey hunt application deadline is February 26, 2014. FED-18 W C Q Savannah NWR 843.784.2468 Deer Archery Youth Only in Designated Areas/Either Sex: Oct. 1-31. Free permit required. Firearms Either Sex: Nov. 1-30 W Wheelchair Hunters Only/Either Sex: Nov. 5-6. Apply by Sept. 15. Turkey Youth Only in Designated Areas: Mar. 31-Apr. 4 General Hunt: Apr. 5-26 Small Game Nov. 1-Dec. 31 Waterfowl C Q Youth Waterfowl Hunts: Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14. Apply by Aug. 31. General Hunt: Statewide Season. Feral Hog Mar. 8-22 and during deer hunts. No limit. Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.fws.gov/savannah/hunting.html. No alligator hunting. FED-19 Wassaw Island NWR 843.784.2468 Deer Archery Either Sex: Oct. 24-26C Primitive Either Sex: Oct. 24-26C Firearms Dec. 12-14C Special Regs Interested hunters must visit www.fws.gov/savannah/hunting.html. Island closed to general public one day prior to, during, and one day after deer hunts. No alligator hunting. w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 61 Public Hunting Opportunities Specialty Hunts On WMAs & Federal Areas The Specialty Hunt information listed below is meant to be a quick reference only. See Specific WMA Regulations for all details pertaining to the hunts listed below. These hunts are not quota unless specified otherwise. If you see the "Q"; go to page 65 to learn how to apply for quota hunts. L Ladies Hunts # Location 101 Allatoona WMA 107 Crockford-Pigeon Mtn WMA 109 John's Mountain WMA 115 Rich Mountain 210 Lake Russell WMA 404 Big Lazer Creek WMA 406 Cedar Creek WMA 419 Rum Creek WMA 423 West Point WMA Type Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer Q Deer Deer Deer Q W Wheelchair Hunts # Location Type Dates Oct. 19-20S Oct. 19-20C Oct. 26-27C Oct. 4-6 C Oct. 11-13C Nov. 18-20S Oct. 4-6S Oct. 11-13S Oct. 24-26 S Dates H Honorary License Hunts See page 16 for Honorary License types and eligibility. # Location 101 Allatoona WMA 107 Crockford-Pigeon Mtn WMA 109 John's Mountain WMA 115 Rich Mountain WMA 207 Dukes Creek SP 210 Lake Russell WMA 303 Clarks Hill WMA 404 Big Lazer Creek WMA 406 Cedar Creek WMA 409 Clybel WMA 419 Rum Creek WMA 423 West Point WMA 610 Horse Creek WMA Type Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer Deer Q Deer Deer Deer Deer Q Deer Dates Oct. 19-20S Oct. 19-20C Oct. 26-27C Oct. 4-6 S Oct. 18-19S Oct. 11-13C Oct. 25-27S Nov. 18-20S Oct. 4-6S Nov. 29-Dec. 1S Oct. 19-20S Oct. 24-26 S Oct. 12-13 S 105 Coosawattee-Carter's Lake WMA 322 R. B. Russell SP 501 Albany Nursery WMA Deer/Bear Deer Deer 501 Albany Nursery WMA Turkey 506 Flint River WMA 617 River Bend WMA FED Okefenokee NWR - -14 Suwanee Canal Unit FED -17 Piedmont NWR FED -18 Savannah NWR Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer P Feral Hog Hunts Q40 Nov. 1-3C Q20 Dec. 3-4 Nov. 7-10S | Dec. 5-8S Shotgun Only. Q2 Mar. 29-30S |Apr. 12-13S | Apr. 26-27 S Oct. 18-20S Oct. 5-6C Q10 Oct. 25-26C Oct. 18-19 Nov. 5-6 O Coyote Hunts # Location 107 Crockford Pigeon Mtn WMA 108 J.L.Lester WMA 112 Paulding Forest WMA 113 Pine Log WMA 206 Dawson Forest WMA 210 Lake Russell WMA 324 Tuckahoe WMA 423 West Point WMA 507 Hannahatchee WMA 705 Little Satilla WMA Dates Mar. 1-20 S No night hunting. Small game weapons only. Mar. 10-20 S No night hunting. Small game weapons only. Mar. 1-20 S No night hunting. Small game weapons only. Mar. 1-20 S No night hunting. Small game weapons only. May 16-23 S No night hunting. Mar. 1-7 S No night hunting. May 16-June 1 S No night hunting. May 16-June 1 S No night hunting. June 6-23 S No night hunting. May 16-June 1 S No night hunting. 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. # Location 104 Cohutta WMA 113 Pine Log WMA 113 Pine Log WMA 115 Rich Mountain WMA 203 Chattahoochee WMA 205 Cooper's Creek WMA 206 Dawson Forest WMA 210 Lake Russell WMA 215 Warwoman WMA 413 Flat Creek PFA 415 Oaky Woods WMA 416 Ocmulgee WMA 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 506 Flint River WMA 507 Hannahatchee WMA 602 Beaverdam WMA 603 Big Hammock WMA Altamaha WMA-- 701 Buffalo Swamp, Lewis Island, and McGowan Lake Tracts 703 Clayhole Swamp WMA 706 Ossabaw Island WMA 707 Paulks Pasture WMA 708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 710 Richmond Hill WMA 712 Sansavilla WMA 713 Sapelo Island WMA 713 Sapelo Island WMA 714 Townsend WMA Dates Q30 Mar. 8-14C (Dogs may be used) Aug. 9-11S | Jan. 10-12S Q5 Feb. 7-9 (Dogs may be used) Aug. 15-21S Q8 Oct. 9-12S (Dogs may be used) Q8 Oct. 15-18S (Dogs may be used) May 16-23 Mar. 1-7 Q5 Oct. 2-5S (Dogs may be used) Aug. 15-17, Jan. 31-Feb. 2 Aug. 15-17S Aug. 15-17S Aug. 6-11S | May 20-25S | June 3-8S | June 24-29S Aug. 6-11S | May 20-25S | June 3-8S | June 24-29S Aug. 6-11S | May 20-25S | June 3-8S | June 24-29S Q3 Aug. 2-3S | Mar. 7-8S (Dogs may be used) Q5 Aug. 9-10S | Mar. 7-8S (Dogs may be used) Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S (Dogs may be used) Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S Q100 Jan. 16-18C | Feb. 20-22C Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S Mar. 1-15 Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S Q100 Jan. 23-25C Mar. 1-May 15S Aug. 1-14S | Mar. 1-15S | May 16-31S (Dogs may be used) d Dove Hunts For dove hunts designated as quota, hunters must apply and be selected to participate. See page 65 for details. # Location Dates 103 Berry College WMA Page 42 107 Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA Page 43 110 McGraw Ford WMA Page 43 113 Pine Log WMA Page 44 206 Dawson Forest WMA Page 45 209 Hart County WMA Page 46 216 Wilson Shoals WMA Page 46 301 Alexander WMA Q50 Sept. 7 & Page 47 303 Clarks Hill WMA Q30 Sept. 7 & Page 47 304 DiLane WMA Q100 Sept. 7, Field 1 & Page 47 312 Lower Broad River WMA Q30 Sept. 7 & Page 48 313 McDuffie PFA Page 48 316 Oconee WMA Q60 Sept. 7 C & Page 48 320 Redlands WMA Page 49 325 Walton Public Dove Field Page 49 405 Blanton Creek WMA Q75 Sept. 7, 14 & Page 50 406 Cedar Creek WMA Page 50 409 Clybel WMA Q200 Sept. 7 & Page 51 414 Joe Kurz WMA Page 51 418 Perry Dove Field Page 52 419 Rum Creek WMA Q75 Sept. 7, 14 & Page 52 423 West Point WMA Page 52 501 Albany Nursery WMA Q35 Sept. 7 & Page 53 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA Q40 Sept. 7 on designated field & Page 53 505 Elmodel WMA Page 53 506 Flint River WMA Page 53 507 Hannahatchee WMA Page 54 601 Appling County Dove Field Sept. 14, 21 605 Dixon Memorial WMA Page 55 616 Paradise PFA Page 56 617 River Bend WMA Page 56 618 Rogers State Prison Farm Dove Fields Page 57 702 Altamaha WMA Waterfowl Management Area Page 57 708 Penholoway WMA Page 58 | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 62 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Now Is The Time To Let AMERICA'S HOME PLACE Build Your New CUSTOM HOME The Maryland C ~ 3,488 sq ft The Avondale D ~ 2,320 sq ft The Oxford G ~ 2,166 sq ft The Springfield E ~ 2,527 sq ft Scan the QR code with your smart phone & start browsing over 100 floor plans! The Home You Want... Where You Want It! Albany, GA 229-438-0930 Blairsville, GA 706-781-2945 Macon, GA 478-474-9070 Athens, GA 706-354-8129 Calhoun, GA 706-629-8011 Savannah, GA 912-335-2669 Augusta, GA 706-737-4809 Gainesville, GA 770-536-9847 Toccoa, GA 706-282-5158 Valdosta, GA ~ 229-245-8560 Public Hunting Opportunities Dogs & Dog Training Training On WMAs & National Forest Dogs must be confined or kept on a leash except when hunting or training during designated seasons or on designated areas. On the Chattahoochee and Oconee National Forests outside of WMAs, dog training is allowed August 15 - May 31, except as provided below for bears and hogs. On WMAs, anyone wishing to pursue any game animal or furbearer for the purpose of training dogs may do so only during hunting dates for that species listed for each WMA unless otherwise specified. Hunters must remove their dogs upon departure. Trail dogs for rabbits are limited to Beagles, Basset hounds and Dachshunds. Hunters are allowed to hunt raccoons with trail dogs only. Owners are responsible for their dogs and any damage they may do to wildlife other than raccoon, fox, opossum or bobcat. It is unlawful to run deer with dogs unless otherwise specified (see Dixon Memorial, Paulks Pasture, Rogers, and Townsend WMAs). Hunters whose dogs are found chasing deer may be appropriately charged. Bear Dog Training On Chattahoochee National Forest (outside of WMAs) Pursuit of bears with dogs for training purposes only: Aug. 1 Sept. 12; Jan. 2- Mar. 19; May 1 May 22 during legal daylight hours. Requirements for all participants: Possess a valid Hunting license, Big Game license and WMA license. Check-in once per season at: Rich Mountain WMA, Swallow Creek WMA, or Warwoman WMA check station. Possess a copy of check-in permit at all times while participating. Requirements & restrictions for dogs: Each dog must be marked with hunter's name, address, and telephone number. BLACK BELT = WHITE TAIL The 23 county region boasts a well-deserved reputation for hunting and fishing, producing monster whitetail bucks and lunker bass q on a regular basis. alabamablackbeltadventures.com All dogs must be removed from area upon departure. It is unlawful to allow dogs to pursue bears onto lands not authorized for such activity. Hog Dog Training On Chattahoochee and Oconee National Forest (outside of WMAs) Pursuit of hogs with dogs for training purposes only: Aug. 1 Sept. 12; Jan. 2- Mar. 19; May 1 May 22 during legal daylight hours. 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. Bird Dog Training on WMAs Bird dog training is allowed year-round or as specified for a specific WMA during daylight hours only. All WMAs do not allow bird dog training (see table on this page for details). Restrictions apply. Review specific WMA listing for specific details. Pigeons and pen-raised quail may be used for the training of pointing, flushing and retrieving dogs in designated areas only. Dog trainer must maintain proof of purchase for pen-raised quail used in training. Shotguns may be used to harvest released birds during training with No. 6 or smaller shot only. Some WMAs allow furbearer and rabbit dog training. See table. All participants must possess a valid Hunting license and WMA license. Furbearer Dog Training on WMAs Furbearer dog training is allowed when a WMA has an open season for small game unless specified otherwise in the specific WMA listing. Some WMAs also allow furbearer dog training Aug. 114 and March 119 (see table on this page for details). Look for these symbols in a specific WMA listing: B Bird dog training allowed F Furbearer dog training allowed R Rabbit dog training allowed Dog Training Areas Review specific area listing for seasons and restrictions. Furbearer training is outside of take season. # Location Bird Rabbit Furbearer 103 Berry College WMA 106 Coosawattee WMA 107 Crockford-Pigeon Mtn WMA 108 J.L. Lester WMA 111 Otting WMA 112 Paulding Forest WMA 113 Pine Log WMA 118 Sheffield WMA 209 Hart County WMA 301 Alexander WMA 306 Elbert County WMA 307 Fishing Creek WMA 308 Germany Creek WMA 311 Keg Creek WMA 312 Lower Broad River WMA 314 Mead Farm WMA 320 Redlands WMA 321 Redlands WMA-Watson's Spring Area 323 Soap Creek WMA 325 Walton Public Dove Field WMA 326 Yuchi WMA 412 Fall Line - Sandhills WMA 413 Flat Creek State Park 414 Joe Kurz WMA 417 Ocmulgee WMAGum Swamp Creek Tract 421 Sprewell Bluff WMA 423 West Point WMA 424 West Point - Dixie Creek Tract 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 505 Elmodel WMA 508 Lake Seminole WMA 602 Beaverdam WMA 610 Horse Creek WMA 705 Little Satilla WMA 708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 710 Richmond Hill WMA 711 Rogers WMA 712 Sansavilla WMA 713 Sapelo Island WMA Dogs are not allowed for pursuing or catching hogs on WMAs, unless specified otherwise. Review the specific WMA listings and page 62 for information on Dog-Feral Hog hunts. | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 64 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 Public Hunting Opportunities quota hunts Attention all quota hunt participants This is must-read information! The only way to apply for ANY quota hunt is through the online quota system at: www.gohuntgeorgia.com Instructions on how to Create an Account can be found on the ABOUT tab of the new quota hunt system. Please review thoroughly before beginning. Instructions on how to Apply for a Quota Hunt can be found on the ABOUT tab of the new quota hunt system. Please review thoroughly before beginning. A list of all Application Deadlines can be found on the ABOUT tab of the new quota hunt system. Quota permits are nontransferable. Wild Shad For Trophy Bass Ponds! SHAWN MCNEW SHADSTOCKING.COM www.stripersoup.com Q: What is a QUOTA hunt? A: A QUOTA hunt is a hunt that allows a predetermined number of hunters to participate. A QUOTA is used for several reasons: to conserve the natural resources (wildlife and their habitats); to provide a high quality hunting experience; and to maintain a high level of safety. Priority Points A priority point is awarded if your application is not selected. Each person listed on a group application that is not selected is awarded a priority point. Priority points may be used on an application to increase the likelihood of selection. Visit the quota hunt page at www.gohuntgeorgia.com to determine how many priority points are required to get selected for your favorite hunt. To review your point totals; select"My Priorities" from the ACCOUNT tab when logged into your quota hunt account. Deadlines vary depending on hunt type. Review the Application Deadlines in the tables below or on the ABOUT tab of the new quota hunt system. APPLICATION RESTRICTIONS See tables below. APPLICATION DEADLINES Deadlines for each hunt type do not change from year to year. The official application deadlines are 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the dates listed in the tables below or on the ABOUT tab of the new quota hunt system. No applications will be accepted after the deadline. Applications Open Application Periods Applications for ALL hunt types will be accepted beginning on JUNE 1st of each year. It is VERY IMPORTANT that you enter your Social Security Number (SSN) correctly when creating your account. General Quota Hunt Applications Note: Children may participate in general quota hunts provided that adult supervision restrictions are followed (except that children under twelve may not participate in alligator hunts). Quota Hunt Early Season DogFeral Hog Alligator Dove Deer State Park Deer Dog-Deer Feral Hog Dog-Feral Hog Waterfowl Quail Rabbit Turkey Application Restrictions No group applications. Selected hunters may bring up to four hunters. Application with up to three hunters allowed. Application with up to five hunters allowed. Application with up to five hunters allowed. Application with up to five hunters allowed. Applications with up to twenty hunters allowed. Application with up to five hunters allowed. No group applications. Selected hunters may bring up to four hunters. No group applications. Selected hunters may bring up to two hunters. No group applications. Selected hunter may bring up to two hunters. No group applications. Selected hunters may bring up to two hunters. Application with up to three hunters allowed. Application Deadlines July 15 July 31 Aug. 15 Sept. 1 Sept. 1 Sept. 1 Sept. 1 Sept. 1 Oct. 15 Oct. 15 Oct. 15 Feb. 15 Adult/Child Quota Hunt Applications Adult = Eighteen years or older / Child = Seventeen years old and under Note: ONLY the child (or children when group applications are allowed) submit an application for any Adult/Child hunt. NOTE: ONLY child can hunt on Adult/Child Big Game Quota hunts Quota Hunt Adult/Child Dove Adult/Child Deer Adult/Child Waterfowl Adult/Child Quail Adult/Child Turkey Application Restrictions Group applications with up to three children allowed. Selected children MUST bring supervising adults (one adult may supervise up to two children). Group applications with up to five children allowed. Selected children MUST bring supervising adults (one adult may supervise one child). Selected child may bring one other child and MUST bring only one supervising adult. Selected child may bring one other child and MUST bring only one supervising adult. Group applications with up to three children allowed. Selected children MUST bring supervising adults (one adult may supervise one child). Application Deadlines Aug. 15 Sept. 1 Oct. 15 Oct. 15 Feb. 15 w w w.gohuntgeorgia.com Purchase a License by phone 1-800-366-2661 or online at www.gohuntgeorgia.com or www.active.com/outdoors 65 Public Hunting Opportunities 20132014 General Quota Hunts 2014 Turkey Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Feb. 15 # Location Date 102 Arrowhead WMA Q2 Apr. 19-20S 207 Dukes CreekSmithgall Woods SP Q20 Mar. 28-30C | Apr. 11-13C | Apr. 25-27C 216 Wilson Shoals WMA Q15 Mar. 22-29S 304 Di-Lane WMA Q30 Mar. 22-28S | Mar. 29-Apr. 4S | Apr. 5-11S 316 Oconee WMA Q30 Mar. 22-28S | Mar. 29-Apr. 4S 401 B.F. Grant WMA Q80 Mar. 31-Apr. 6S 404 Big Lazer Creek WMA Q50 Mar. 22-30C | Apr. 5-13C | Apr. 19-27C 405 Blanton Creek WMA Q35 Mar. 22-30C | Apr. 5-13C 409 Clybel WMA Q25 Apr. 19-25S | Apr. 26-May 2S 414 Joe Kurz WMA Q25 Mar. 22-30C | Apr. 5-13C | Apr. 19-27C 416 Ocmulgee WMA Q120 Mar. 22-28S | Mar. 29-Apr. 4S 419 Rum Creek WMA Q25 Apr. 19-25S | Apr. 26-May 2S 422 Standing Boy Creek Tract Q10 Apr. 19-27S; Archery only. 423 West Point WMA Q80 Mar. 22-30S 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA Q50 Mar. 22-28S | Mar. 29-Apr. 4S 512 River Creek WMA Q5 Apr. 11-13S 513 Silver Lake WMA Q35 Mar. 22-30S 617 River Bend WMA Q15 Mar. 22-28S | Mar. 29-Apr. 4S 704 Griffin Ridge WMA Q25 Mar. 29-Apr. 4C | Apr. 12-18C | Apr. 26-May 2C 20132014 Waterfowl Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Oct. 15 # Location Date 317 Oconee WMA - Dan Denton Pond 1 Q3 Dec. 7S | Dec. 14S | Dec. 21S | Dec. 28S | Jan. 4 | Jan. 11S | Jan. 18S | Jan. 25S Q2 Dec. 7 S | Dec. 14 S | Dec. 317 Oconee WMA - Dan Denton Pond 3 21 S | Dec. 28 S | Jan. 4 | Jan. 11 S | Jan. 18 S | Jan. 25 S 413 Flat Creek PFA Q3 Nov. 23, Nov. 30 425 West Point - Glovers Creek Area Q5 Nov. 23 | Nov. 30 | Dec. 7 | Dec. 14 | Dec. 21 | Dec. 28 | Jan. 4 | Jan. 11 | Jan. 18 | Jan. 25 503 Cordele Fish Hatchery Q3 Nov. 23, Dec. 7 607 Evans County PFA Q3 Jan. 4S 702 Altamaha WMA - Butler Island Q25 Nov. 23C | Nov. 30C | Dec. 7C | Dec. 14C | Dec. 21C | Dec. 28C | Jan. 4C | Jan. 11C | Jan. 18C | Jan. 25C 20132014 Quail & Rabbit Quota Hunts Application Deadline: Oct. 15 # Location 108 J. Lester WMA 108 J. Lester WMA 304 Di-Lane WMA 501 Albany Nursery WMA 513 Silver Lake WMA Type Rabbit Quail Quail Quail Quail Date Q5 Jan. 4 | Feb. 23 Q4 Jan. 5 | Feb. 22 Q8 Dec. 4S | Dec. 7S | Dec. 11S | Dec. 14S | Dec. 18S | Dec. 21S | Dec. 28S | Dec. 31S | Feb. 5S Q1 Jan. 18S | Jan. 25S | Feb. 1S Q3 Feb. 1S | Feb. 8S | Feb. 15S | 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 G e o r g i a h u n t i n g S e a s o n s & R e g u l a t i o n s 66 Turn In Poachers! 1-800-241-4113 80252X 2013 General Quota Hunts-End 2013 Deer Quota Hunts Application Deadline for all Deer Hunts: Sept. 1 # Location 103 Berry College WMA 103 Berry College WMA 106 Coosawattee WMA 304 Di-Lane WMA 401 B.F. Grant WMA 405 Blanton Creek WMA 409 Clybel WMA 414 Joe Kurz WMA 419 Rum Creek WMA 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 506 Flint River WMA 512 River Creek WMA 513 Silver Lake WMA 704 Griffin Ridge WMA 704 Griffin Ridge WMA 706 Ossabaw WMA 706 Ossabaw WMA 706 Ossabaw WMA 713 Sapelo WMA 713 Sapelo WMA 713 Sapelo WMA Weapon Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Firearms Primitive Firearms Firearms Archery Primitive Primitive Firearms Archery Type Buck Only/ Either Sex Last 2 Days Either Sex Either Sex Quality Buck/ Antlerless Quality Buck/ Antlerless Quality Buck/ Antlerless Either Sex Quality Buck/ Antlerless Last Day Either Sex Last 2 Days Either Sex Quality Buck/ Antlerless Quality Buck/ Antlerless Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Either Sex Date Q1000 Nov. 6-9C Q1000 Dec. 4-7C Q400 Nov. 14-16C | Dec. 19-21 C Q400 Oct. 10-12C | Oct. 24-26 C Q400 Nov. 7-9C | Dec. 5-7 C Q200 Nov. 7-9C | Nov. 21-23 C | Dec. 14-15 S Q150 Oct. 31-Nov. 2C | Nov. 21-23 C Q100 Oct. 24-26C | Nov. 7-9 C Q200 Oct. 31-Nov. 2C | Nov. 14-16 C Q350 Nov. 21-23C | Dec. 5-7 S Q35 Oct. 31-Nov. 2C | Nov. 14-16 C Q30 Nov. 13-16C | Dec. 4-7C Q160 Oct. 30-Nov. 2S | Dec. 19-22 S Q100 Oct. 3-5S Q100 Nov. 14-16S | Dec. 12-14 C Q100 Oct. 10-12C | Dec. 12-14 C Q100 Oct. 24-26C Q100 Nov. 7-9C Q125 Oct. 10-12C Q125 Oct. 24-26C | Nov. 21-23 C Q125 Nov. 7-9C | Dec. 5-7 C 2013 State Park Deer Quota Hunts # State Park Weapon Type 114 Red Top Mountain State Park Firearms Either Sex 214 Tugaloo State Park Archery Either Sex 309 Hard Labor Creek State Park Firearms Either Sex 318 Panola Mountain State Park Firearms Either Sex 322 Richard B. Russell State Park Firearms Either Sex 408 Chattahoochee Bend State Park Firearms Either Sex Date Q40 Dec. 3-4C Q30 Dec. 6-8C Q250 Nov. 5-6C Q40 Nov. 12-13C Q80 Dec. 3-4 Q100 Dec. 11-12C 20132014 Dog-Deer Quota Hunts # State Park Weapon Type 605 Dixon Memorial WMA Shotguns (Buckshot Only) Dog Hunting/ Either Sex 707 Paulks Pasture WMA Shotguns Dog Hunting/ (Buckshot Only) Either Sex 714 Townsend WMA Shotguns Dog Hunting/ (Buckshot Only) Either Sex Date Q60 Nov. 16S | Dec. 21S Q60 Dec. 6-7C | Dec. 13-14C | Jan. 3-4 C Q60 Dec. 4-5C | Jan. 1-2C | Jan. 8-9 C Step Up to a DR CHIPPER! Just load a DR RAPID-FEEDTM Chipper, step back, and watch it chew up 5" thick branches! SELF-FEEDING Most branches will self-feed.. instead of you force-feeding. CHIP 5-1/2" BRANCHES with engines up to 18 HP. BIG FLYWHEELS generate tremendous inertia to devour branches by taking 40 "bites" per second! TRACTOR OWNERS! 3-Point Hitch model. Call for a FREE DVD and Catalog! 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Selected children must bring supervising adults. # WMA 101 Allatoona WMA 103 Berry College WMA 106 Coosawattee WMA 107 CrockfordPigeon Mtn WMA 108 J. L. Lester WMA 109 John's Mountain WMA 112 Paulding Forest WMA 115 Rich Mountain WMA 205 Coopers Creek WMA 206 Dawson Forest WMA 207 Dukes Creek-Smithgall Woods SP 210 Lake Russell WMA 303 Clarks Hill WMA 324 Tuckahoe WMA 402 Balls Ferry State Park 404 Big Lazer Creek WMA 405 Blanton Creek WMA 406 Cedar Creek WMA 409 Clybel WMA 409 Clybel WMA 415 Oaky Woods WMA Type Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer Deer/Bear Deer Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer/ Bear Q Deer/Bear Deer/Bear Deer Deer Deer Deer Q Deer Q Deer Deer Deer Deer Date Oct. 19-20S Jan. 11-12 C Oct. 18-20C Oct. 19-20C Q20 Oct. 5-6 C | Jan. 11-12 C Oct. 26-27C Oct. 11-13C Oct. 4-6C Oct. 4-5C Oct. 12-14C Oct. 18-19S Nov. 8-10C Oct. 25-27S Sept. 20-22S Oct. 12-18 S Oct. 5-6S Oct. 12-13S Dec. 26-28S Dec. 20-22S Q150 Oct. 4-6 S Oct. 5-11S; Youth only. C Adult-Child Turkey Hunts Application Deadline: Feb. 15 for designated quota hunts only One adult may supervise one child. For designated quota hunts, group applications with up to three children allowed. Selected children must bring supervising adults. # WMA 401 B. F. Grant WMA 402 Balls Ferry State Park 409 Clybel WMA 409 Clybel WMA 419 Rum Creek WMA 419 Rum Creek WMA 422 Standing Boy Creek Tract 424 West Point WMA - Dixie Creek Tract 512 River Creek WMA 513 Silver Lake WMA 606 Dodge County PFA 609 Grand Bay WMA 611 Hugh Gillis PFA 613 Moody Forest NA 704 Griffin Ridge WMA Type Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Turkey Date Mar. 22-30S Mar. 22-30 S Q25 Mar. 22-30 S |Apr. 5-13 S May 9-15S Q25 Mar. 22-30 S |Apr. 5-13 S May 9-15S Q10 Mar. 22-30 S |Apr. 5-13 S Mar 22-30 S Q5 Mar. 28-30 S |Apr. 4-6 S Q35 Apr. 5-13 S Q2 Apr. 4-5 S | Apr. 11-12 S Mar. 29-30S | Apr. 12-13S Only child may hunt. Q2 Mar. 28-29 S |Apr. 11-12 S Mar. 22-23S Q25 Mar. 22-23 C C Adult-Child Small Game Hunts Application Deadline: Oct. 15 for designated quota hunts only One adult may supervise two children. For designated quota hunts, no group applications allowed. Selected child may bring one other child and must bring only one supervising adult. # WMA 304 Di-Lane WMA 409 Clybel WMA 606 Dodge County PFA 613 Moody Forest NA 702 Altamaha WMA - Butler Refuge Type Quail Small Game Quail Squirrel Rabbit Date Q8 Feb. 1S Nov. 16-17 Q1 Dec. 7 S | Jan. 18 S Dec. 16-22S Jan. 18-19 Youth only. Archery only. # WMA 416 Ocmulgee WMA 502 Chickasawhatchee WMA 512 River Creek WMA 602 Beaverdam WMA 603 Big Hammock WMA 604 Bullard Creek WMA 609 Grand Bay WMA 610 Horse Creek WMA 617 River Bend WMA 703 Clayhole Swamp WMA 704 Griffin Ridge WMA 706 Ossabaw Island WMA 707 Paulks Pasture WMA 708 Penholoway Swamp WMA 712 Sansavilla WMA FED -8 Cumberland Island NS FED -18 Savannah NWR Type Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Deer Date Oct. 5-11S; Youth only. Nov. 28-Dec. 1 S | Dec. 26-31 S Q35 Dec. 26-28 S Sept. 28-Oct. 4S Nov. 29-Dec. 1S Nov. 1-3S Oct. 12-13S Oct. 12-13S Oct. 26-27C Sept. 20-22C Nov. 1-3C Q75 Nov. 28-30 C Sept. 20-22C Sept. 27-29C Sept. 27-29C Q Dec. 15-17C Oct. 1-31; Youth only. Archery only. C Adult-Child Dove Hunts Application Deadline: Aug. 15 for designated quota hunts only One adult may supervise two children. For designated quota hunts, group applications with up to three children allowed. Selected children must bring supervising adults. # WMA 108 J. L. Lester WMA 216 Wilson Shoals WMA 304 Di-Lane WMA 320 Redlands WMA 325 Walton Public Dove Field 422 Standing Boy Creek Tract 512 River Creek WMA 601 Appling County Dove Field 612 Indian Ford Farm Dove Fields 616 Paradise PFA Date Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21 Q15 Sept. 7 Q100 Sept. 7, Field 2. Q100 Sept. 7, Check Station fields only. Q80 Sept. 7 Q30 Sept. 7, Sept 14, Oct. 12; Youth only. Q15 Sept. 7S | Sept. 14 S Sept. 7 Call Fitzgerald office at (229) 426-5267 for details. Q50 Sept. 14S Sept. 7S C Adult-Child Waterfowl Hunts Application Deadline: Oct. 15 for designated quota hunts only One adult may supervise two children. For designated quota hunts, no group applications allowed. Selected child may bring one other child and must bring only one supervising adult. # WMA 102 Arrowhead WMA Type Date Waterfowl Sept. 21S | Dec. 14S 314 Mead Farm WMA Waterfowl Nov. 16 (Only youth can hunt), Nov. 23, Nov. 27, Nov. 30 317 Oconee WMA Dan Denton Waterfowl Q3 Nov. 16 S Only youth (under 16) may hunt. 317 Oconee WMA Dan Denton Waterfowl Q3 Nov. 30 S 419 Rum Creek WMA (Marsh Pond) Waterfowl Q3 Dec. 7 Jan. 11 Only youth can hunt. 419 Rum Creek WMA (Youth Area) Waterfowl Youth Waterfowl Days & Wed. 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Sunrise and sunset times are also available at gohuntgeorgia.com. Time Zones in Georgia The "Time Zones in Georgia" map shows five zones for our state. Sunrise and sunset times for Zone A are shown in the Zone A table above. To find the approximate sunrise and sunset time for zones B, C, D, and E, add the minutes shown for each zone on the map to the time in the Zone A table. Please check local newspaper and other sources for official sunrise and sunset times in your area. These times are provided as a general guideline only. For Example: November 1st, Zone A sunrise = 7:41 a.m. For Zone D sunrise, add 12 minutes = 7:53 a.m. Zone E Zone D Zone C Zone B +16 minutes +12 minutes +8 minutes +4 minutes Zone A See Table Big Catch? Trophy Buck? Your hunting and fishing photos could be included in future regulation magazines or online! 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