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Hunting & Trapping Regulations Guide

2022-23 Official Guide to Laws & Regulations

You can view a copy of the Hunting & Trapping Regulations Guide in one of the following ways noted on this page.

View Online

View the 2022-23 Hunting & Trapping Regulations Guide (leaves DEC website). An interactive digital version is also available to view!

Download and Print

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Full Guide:

2022-23 Hunting & Trapping Regulations Guide (PDF, 25 MB)
Warning! This is a large file. You can download smaller sections of the guide using the links below.

Sections of the Guide:

Pick up a Copy

A copy of the guide is available when purchasing your hunting or trapping license at a sporting license issuing agent location.

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