Hunting and Trapping

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• Avian Influenza and Contaminants in Waterfowl

  Learn about concerns regarding avian influenza and contaminants in waterfowl.

• Junior Hunter Training Days

  Information on youth hunting opportunities in Connecticut.

• Public Shooting Opportunities

  A number of state and private shooting ranges operate in CT throughout the year. Check links for hours.

• Tagging and Reporting Deer and Turkey Harvests

  How to tag and report deer and turkey harvests.

• Public Hunting Areas

  Find maps and information about public hunting areas in Connecticut.

• Questions about Tagging and Reporting Harvests

  Find answers to your questions about tagging and reporting deer and turkey harvests.

• Questions about Hunting

  Frequently Asked Questions about hunting, trapping, and obtaining a license in Connecticut.

• Small Game and Pheasant Hunting

  Information on the small game and pheasant hunting seasons in Connecticut for 2026.

• Falconry in Connecticut

  Falconry is the sport of hunting small game species with trained raptors.

• Hunting Laws and Regulations

  Information on Connecticut hunting and trapping laws and regulations.

• Waterfowl Hunting Areas

  Learn about areas where you can hunt for waterfowl.

• Field Trial Dates

  Listing of scheduled field trial events.

• Deer Check Stations

  Listing of Connecticut replacement tag deer check stations.

• Women's Shooting Day

  This special event introduces women to sport shooting and hunting with a bow and firearms.

• Ruffed Grouse Hunter Log

  The Wildlife Division is asking hunters to participate in a voluntary hunt reporting program for ruffed grouse.