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Hunting & Trapping Regulations

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July 2008 - June 2009

  • 2008-2009 Hunting & Trapping Regulations PDF - (2.3 MB)
  • What's New for 2008-2009
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    • License Fees
  • Definitions
  • Hunting on Private Property
    • Permission to Hunt, Fish, Camp, etc. on Private Property Card (PDF)
  • Public Hunting Lands
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    • Regulations Specific to National Forest and Game Department Lands
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  • General Hunting Regulations
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Seasons

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This Web site contains general information. Specific laws and regulations are found in the Code of Virginia or the DGIF Fisheries, Wildlife, and Boating Regulations. For answers to specific questions about hunting and trapping, please contact the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
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