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September 27, 2025, is National Hunting and Fishing Day.
Join us to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia. Multiple events are scheduled to celebrate. The 2025 Event Calendar will be posted in August 2025.
Alligator hunters will receive their harvest record as part of their alligator permit at the time of purchase (alligator permits are free to drawn hunters who have all-inclusive licenses but they still have to “purchase” the permit online, by phone or at a license retailer).
All big game hunters are required to have a Harvest Record for the current season.
This includes:
In Georgia, aquaculture and live fish sales (non-aquarium trade related) are regulated by the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Resident sportsmen save $5 annually ($65/year compared to $70/year) when purchasing a resident sportsman's license which covers most state hunting and fishing privileges including hunting, big game, fishing (fresh and salt water) and trout (excludes the alligator license and federal duck stamp; still must obtain the free deer harvest record and free Georgia Migratory Bird Stamp each season).
Application lists individual licenses and fees. Please complete the whole application and provide the required information then return by mail. Applications may be obtained from any Wildlife Resources Division Office.
Disability Certification Applications are now online at gooutdoorsgeorgia.com. To apply online, follow the link, select “Licenses & Permits”, log into your customer profile, select “Customer Applications”, and then complete the “WRD Certification of Disability” application. As long as your disability is permanent and your application is approved, you do not have to resubmit a Disability Application again!
One-Time Honorary Veterans Hunting & Fishing License Application
A One Time Veterans License is available free to Georgia resident military veterans who served on active Federal duty for 90 or more days and were honorably discharged on July 1, 2005 or later. This free license is valid for one year from date of issue, is available to Georgia residents, and may be issued only once.