Elk and bear license application deadline – June 1

Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 05/28/2021 12:35 PM EDT

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Don't forget, bear and elk application deadline is June 1

The 2021 bear and elk hunting license application period is open through June 1. A total of 260 elk and 7,001 bear licenses will be available for the 2021 hunting seasons. Apply online or at any license retailer. Applications are $5.

Aren’t planning to hunt this year? Increase your odds for next year and purchase your elk chance or bear preference point instead! 

Take a few moments to watch the videos explaining the bear and elk license drawing process:

Questions? Call the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-WILD (9453) by June 1 for assistance with applications.  

Find season dates and hunting regulations in the Elk Digest and Bear Digest, available at Michigan.gov/DNRDigests.

Drawing results will be posted online July 6.

Hunters who want another chance at a bear or elk license can increase their odds by applying for the Pure Michigan Hunt! Applications are $5 and are available at any license agent or online at eLicense. Hunters may buy as many applications as they want. Three lucky winners will get prize packages – learn more at Michigan.gov/PMH.

DNR COVID-19 RESPONSE: For details on affected DNR facilities and services, visit this webpage. Follow state actions and guidelines at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus.