Hunting & Trapping Digest 2008-2009 - (Page 97) of the actual license stamp. The privileges are validated when applicants write their web order number(s) on the general hunting license back tag and sign their name in the space(s) provided. Automated License Printing: An automated, high-speed license printing system has been implemented at the Game Commission’s Harrisburg Headquarters to process license orders placed through “The Outdoor Shop.” The fulfillment system automatically prints general hunting, furtaker and 7-day nonresident small game licenses on specialized paper stock. This durable stock doesn’t have a shiny Myler finish like standard pre-printed hunting license back tags. However, the basic colors and design are nearly the same as those that appear on standard back tags and licenses. Through the automated system, the applicant’s information and license privileges are printed directly on the back tag, eliminating the manual entering of information and attaching stamps. In addition, the applicant’s name and address are printed directly on the harvest tags, harvest report cards and the antlerless deer license application. License Transfers: Pennsylvania hunting and furtaker licenses are non-transferable and nonrefundable. It is unlawful to be in possession of another’s hunting license or big game tags when afield. Uncollectible Checks: If a check issued in payment of any fee or fine is returned uncollectible, the person who makes, issues or presents it will be charged a $25 fee. This fee is in addition to any costs of prosecution or penalties assessed as a result of the uncollectible check. Any license, permit or privilege granted by an uncollectible check shall be void until all applicable fees are paid. Elk Licenses: Hunters may apply on-line, over-the-counter at Game Commission offices or by mail using the Elk License Application found in this Digest. Please refer to the “Elk Section” for detailed information. An individual may submit only one application per year, either on-line, by mail or over-the-counter. Special Spring 2009 Gobbler Season License: Hunters may apply online, over-the-counter at Game Commission offices or by mail, January 1 through April 1, 2009, using the Special Spring 2009 Gobbler Season License application found in this Digest. Refer to the turkey hunting section for detailed information. An individual may submit only one application per license year. Unsold Antlerless Deer License: Available statewide in WMUs with unsold antlerless licenses beginning Monday, August 25. Refer to the “Application for Unsold Antlerless License” section elsewhere in this Digest. Antlerless Deer License in Designated WMUs: Beginning Monday, August 25, there is no limit to the number of antlerless deer licenses a hunter may receive in designated WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D until individual WMU’s allocations are exhausted. Over-the-counter sales in these three units only begin Monday, September 8, 2008. Checks or Money Orders: Checks or money orders for antlerless licenses must be in U.S. dollars and made payable to “County Treasurer.” Applications must be mailed in an official envelope available from license issuing agents. All antlerless license applications must be made through the U.S. Regular First Class Mail using the yellow official antlerless deer license envelope. In designated WMUs, overthe-counter applications will be accepted beginning Monday, September 8. In all other WMUs, Monday, November 3. Validity of Licenses: Only one hunting or furtaker license shall be valid during any license year. Any replacement license, or purchase of a second or subsequent license, shall immediately invalidate any license of the same kind that had been previously issued. Armed Services Personnel: (Guaranteed Licenses) Regardless of allocations or application deadlines set by the Commission, certain special licenses are guaranteed to resident Pennsylvania military personnel serving on active duty in the Armed Forces. These licenses include: muzzleloader, bear, archery, migratory game bird and antlerless deer, but not unsold tags. Muzzleloader, archery, migratory game bird and bear licenses are available from any issuing agent; and antlerless deer licenses only from county treasurers at current fees. LICENSE AVAILABILTY The following licenses are available from issuing agents, county treasurers, Commission Headquarters and the Commission’s six region offices and on-line. Questions about licenses should be directed to the License Division at 717-787-2084. Resident Junior Hunting Ages 12 through 16 $6 Resident Junior Furtaker Ages 12 through 16 $6 Resident Junior Combination * Ages 12 through 16 $9 Resident Adult Hunting Ages 17 through 64 $20 Resident Adult Furtaker Ages 17 through 64 $20 Resident Senior Hunting ** Ages 65 & older $13 Resident Senior Furtaker ** Ages 65 & older $13 Nonresident Adult Hunting Ages 17 & older $101 Nonresident 7-Day Small Game $31 Resident Bear License (Must be purchased prior to Dec. 1) $16 Resident Archery $16 Nonresident Archery $26 Resident Muzzleloader $11 Nonresident Muzzleloader $21 Resident Migratory Game Bird License (Ages 12 & older) $3 Nonresident Migratory Game Bird License $6 * All combination licenses include hunting, furtaker, archery and muzzleloader privileges. Bear hunting privileges, antlerless deer license, migratory game bird license and federal duck stamp not included. A migratory game bird license is necessary to hunt migratory birds, and anyone 16 years and older needs a federal duck stamp to hunt waterfowl. ** Senior resident hunting and furtaker (annual and lifetime) licenses are available to those who will be 65 years old by June 30 of the current license year. Lifetime License applications are available from PGC offices. Nonresident of Pennsylvania — 12 years of age and older. Seven consecutive days and includes waterfowl, but not valid for coyotes or big game, including turkey. To hunt waterfowl, applicants also need a federal duck stamp (16 years old and older need the duck stamp) and a Migratory Game Bird License. Muzzleloader firearms and bows and arrows may be used during the regular hunting seasons without purchasing muzzleloader or archery licenses. Hunters using crossbows during the early muzzleloader season or late flintlock season need to have a muzzleloader stamp. Available Only At Commission Offices Or On-Line Resident Landowner Hunting Senior Lifetime Resident Hunting * Age 65 & older Senior Lifetime Resident Furtaker Age 65 & older Senior Lifetime Resident Combination ** $4 $51 $51 $101 * Annual renewals for Senior Lifetime Resident Hunting licenses are available from all issuing agents. See any in-state issuing agent for details or contact the License Division at 717-787-2084. ** Combination licenses include hunting, furtaker, archery and muzzleloader privileges (no additional stamps or tags are required to cover these privileges). Bear hunting privileges, antlerless deer license, migratory game bird license and federal duck stamp not included. Senior lifetime hunting and senior lifetime furtaker license holders have the option of upgrading to a combination license for $51. Available On-Line & At Commission Offices, County Treasurers, OutOf-State Issuing Agents & Selected In-State Agents: Nonresident Junior Hunting Ages 12 through 16 $41 Nonresident Adult Furtaker Ages 17 & older $81 Nonresident Junior Furtaker Ages 12 through 16 $41 Nonresident Junior Combination $51 Nonresident Bear License (Must be purchased prior to Dec.1) $36 Nonresident hunting licenses and archery and muzzleloader licenses are also available from out-of-state issuing agents. Available Only From County Treasurers Resident Antlerless Deer License Resident Unsold Antlerless License Nonresident Antlerless License Nonresident Unsold Antlerless License Resident Military Personnel, National Guard, Reserves and POW Hunting Licenses (Also available at PGC offices) $6 $6 $26 $26 $2 Note: Commercial issuing agents are required to return their licenses by Jan. 31. County Treasurers and PGC offices sell licenses year-round.
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