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How old do you have to be to get a hunting license in CT?

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Asked by: Richard Crowder

12 years old12 years old to hunt or to purchase a firearms hunting license or bowhunting permit in Connecticut. Persons 12 to 15 years old must purchase a Junior Hunting License and be accompanied by a licensed hunter who is 18 years old or older while hunting.

How much is a junior hunting license in CT?

Landowner Hunting Permits (10 or More Contiguous Acres Required)

Licenses Adult Resident 12 – 15 Year Old Resident
Junior Licenses and Permits
Junior Firearms Hunting (Ages 12 to 15) $11.00
Junior Archery Deer/Small Game (Ages 12 to 15) $10.00
Junior Trapping (Ages 15 and under) $11.00

Do you need a hunting license in CT?

Firearms Deer Hunting Permits. Available online, and at most DEEP offices and town clerks and some outdoor equipment stores. A current firearms hunting license is required to purchase firearms deer permits.

Do you have to have a hunters license if you are under the age of 13 in Crossville TN?

Those under 10 years of age do not need a Hunter Education certificate but must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age, who must remain in a position to take immediate control of the hunting device.

Where can I get a hunting license in CT?

Hunting and fishing licenses, stamps, and permits can be purchased 24/7 on the DEEP’s Online Outdoor Licensing System. These items can also be purchased at outdoor equipment retailers and some town halls (please check with your local town hall to find out about availability or any restrictions).

What do you need to hunt in Connecticut?

A person must be at least 12 years old to hunt or to purchase a firearms hunting license or bowhunting permit in Connecticut. Persons 12 to 15 years old must purchase a Junior Hunting License and be accompanied by a licensed hunter who is 18 years old or older while hunting.

Do you need a permit for a crossbow in CT?

The only stipulation for crossbow hunters is that they must now take a test course through the DEEP (Department of Energy and Environmental Protection) so that they are certified to safely hunt. Once you are certified through DEEP, you are required to carry your permit around at all times.
Sep 23, 2013

How much land do you need to hunt in Connecticut?

A landowner must have a minimum of 10 acres to authorize the use of a rifle or revolver for deer hunting. There is no minimum acreage requirement for using a shotgun, muzzleloader, or archery equipment. Trappers – must obtain, and have in possession, the written permission of the landowner when trapping on their land.
Nov 29, 2021

Do I need a fishing license for catch and release in CT?

In Connecticut, a fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older for fishing, both inland and on marine waters, whether fishing from the shore or a boat. Those exempt from needed a Connecticut fishing license are the legally blind and mentally disabled, and angler with the loss of a limb or use of a limb.

Do you need a fishing license to fish in the ocean in Connecticut?

A Marine recreational fishing license is required for anyone age 16 of age or older fishing from shore or from a boat in the marine district. Most licenses are issued on a calendar year basis and expire on December 31st. Licenses are available online at www.ct.gov/deep/fishing.

Does Connecticut have a lifetime fishing license?

The free LIFETIME RESIDENT INLAND FISHING LICENSE-AGE 65+ and LIFETIME RESIDENT FIREARM LICENSE-AGE 65+ became ANNUAL licenses effective October 1, 2009. All age 65+ licenses will need to be renewed at no cost each year.

Can I fish in CT with a NY license?

No. Anglers must either have a valid CT, MA, RI, ME or NY marine fishing license to fish in Connecticut’s marine waters.