Hunt Nebraska: Big game guide online; turkey season; women's skills program

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission sent this bulletin at 05/14/2024 09:10 AM CDT

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Nebraska Hunting News & Opportunities
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2024 Big Game Guide now online now; note date changes for application and permit sales

Application, drawing and sales dates for Nebraska big game hunting permits have been adjusted for 2024. These changes are noted on page 4 in the 2024 Big Game Guide, now posted on Nebraska Game and Parks' website. The guide provides a summary of Nebraska’s regulations, orders and statutes pertaining to hunting deer, antelope, elk and bighorn sheep.

There are now just four purchasing periods for deer, elk and antelope permits, and general applications will begin a week earlier than in past years. In addition, hunters will now have the option to Telecheck their deer during the November firearm season. See additional changes at the link below.

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Spring turkey season continues through May 31

Have you gotten out in the field for spring turkey season yet? There is still plenty of opportunity — and you can keep hunting through the end of the month. Find resources on our website to guide your hunt, and if you're a Nebraska resident and don't yet have a permit, it's not too late to get one.

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Note this year's firearm deer season dates

Have you heard? The dates for this year's firearm deer season fall a little later than usual: The season will be Nov. 16-24. Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and see our website for application dates.

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Additional Opportunities
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Women's program teaches hunting skills

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman offers interactive workshops for adult women interested in learning outdoor skills, including hunting. First-time attendees can now register for the BOW weekend at Fort Robinson in October!

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Renew your permit automatically

Save time and make it easier to get out in the field. The next time you buy a permit, sign up for auto-renew. This can be used for annual hunt, annual hunt/fish combo, annual fur harvest and annual fishing permits.

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Display your permit on a hard card

Replace your flimsy paper permit with a durable, wallet-sized hard card featuring beautiful art. These cards display your current permits and hunter ID, and stand up to wear and tear in the field. They are available to buy for just $6.

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A turkey multitask

For Nebraskaland editor Jeff Kurrus, most of the turkeys he's shot have come between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sometimes, though, it can be hard to stay in the woods that long. Here are some ideas to keep you in the field longer.

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Find hunting tips, info on Facebook page

Stay up-to-date on the latest Nebraska hunting news and opportunities: Follow Nebraska Game and Parks' official hunting and shooting sports page on Facebook. 

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Tips for late-season turkey hunting

No doubt about it, the later period of spring turkey season can be a challenge. However, May can also offer some of the most exciting hunts of the season. Here's how to adjust your strategy.

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