| Free hunting day is Saturday in Tennessee |
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Posted: Friday, August 22, 2008 12:37 pm
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| All Tennesseans and visitors are reminded that Saturday is Free Hunting Day in Tennessee when anyone in the state may hunt without a license. The event coincides with the opening day of squirrel season.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency provides the free day in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an opportunity for people to experience the enjoyment of the sport. Regular hunters are encouraged to introduce friends and family members (young and old) to the outdoor sport. It is also an excellent opportunity for those who have not tried hunting in a while to get back into the woods.
On Free Hunting Day, all hunters, residents and non-residents are exempt from hunting licenses and WMA permits requirements. Not all WMAs are open to hunting on Saturday. Be sure to check the information for particular WMAs in the 2008 Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide, which is available online at www.tnwildlife.org. Copies are also available at any TWRA regional office or at most outlets where licenses are sold. The rules pertaining to age requirements and hunter education certification apply to Free Hunting Day.
In addition to squirrels, those species that have a year-round season will be open as well. The year-round species are armadillo, beaver, coyote, English sparrow, groundhog, nutria, pigeon, starling and striped skunk.
For more information about hunting in Tennessee, visit TWRA’s Web site at www.tnwildlife.org or contact your nearest TWRA Regional Office.
Published in The Messenger 8.22.08 |
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