Michigan hunters can still get a deer hunting license before the start of firearm season, but they’ll need to purchase it in person; licenses purchased online will not arrive in time for Saturday’s opener.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources encourages hunters to stop by their local retail sales location soon as stores that issue licenses can print kill tags on the spot.
What to know.
How much do deer hunting licenses cost?
Deer license costs vary based on age and residency.
Where can I find hunting lands near me?
Generally, you can hunt on land you own if it meets safety regulations. You also can hunt on other private land, with permission. You can find places to hunt by going to Michigan.gov/MiHunt.
Some state parks allow hunting, but national wildlife refuges are closed to hunting unless expressly permitted.
When does rifle season open in Michigan?
Dates for upcoming 2025-26 deer hunting seasons in Michigan:
Jalen Williams is a trending reporter at the Detroit Free Press. Contact him at jawilliams1@freepress.com.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Is it too late to get deer hunting license? How to get a tag before opener
Reporting by Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press / Detroit Free Press
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