Ohio's wild turkey hunters have harvested 13,496 birds through May 10, 2026, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. This exceeds the three-year average of 12,713 birds. Tuscarawas County leads with 380 birds checked, followed by Belmont and Adams counties.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is accepting applications for 2026 hunt permit-tags through the draw process for deer, turkey, javelina, bighorn sheep, bison, and sandhill crane. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. Arizona time on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Applicants must possess a valid hunting license and have an AZGFD Portal Account to submit applications and view results.
Late season turkey hunting offers excellent opportunities with less pressure and leftover tags available. Nate Hosie, Randy Birdsong of HeadHunters TV, and Jason Powell of Jason Powell Outdoors share tactics including softer calling, patience, and strategic decoy placement for success on pressured birds.
North Dakota's 2026 deer season opens November 6 with 39,100 licenses available, down 3,200 from last year due to habitat limitations and disease recovery. The North Dakota Game and Fish Department, led by wildlife division chief Bill Haase, is implementing conservative allocations to encourage population growth while maintaining hunting opportunities. Online applications close June 3.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks announces drawing results for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, and bison licenses. Applicants can check results via fwp.mt.gov, MyFWP Login, or by calling 406-444-2950. The MyFWP mobile app allows hunters to access licenses, permits, and E-tags for field validation.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is providing guidance for hunters applying in the 2026 Fall Draw for deer, turkey, javelina, bighorn sheep, bison, and sandhill crane. Applicants must create or update AZGFD portal accounts, maintain valid hunting licenses, and download the Arizona E-Tag app before the June 2, 2026 deadline.
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department reports that hunters who harvested bears during the 2025 season can now access age data for their bears on the department's website. Of 886 usable bear teeth collected, 822 bears received accurate ages through cementum analysis performed by a Montana laboratory, with the oldest female at 19 years and oldest male at 18 years.
Ohio's wild turkey hunters have tagged 11,044 birds through May 3, 2026, exceeding the three-year average of 10,335, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. The south zone opened April 25 across 83 counties, while the northeast zone opened May 2. Tuscarawas County leads with 326 turkeys checked.
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has closed Black Bear Management Unit 520 to all black bear hunting effective one-half hour after sunset on May 6, 2026.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks announces new elk harvest regulations for Region 1, effective this hunting season. Changes include restricting Elk B Licenses to private land only, eliminating antlerless elk opportunities for Permission to Hunt from a Vehicle and archery hunters to reduce harvest pressure on public lands and manage population growth.
Michigan elk and bear license applications are available through June 1, with drawing results on June 22. The Pure Michigan Hunt program offers chances to win additional licenses and prizes; past winner Jerry Peak of Crystal harvested two 6-by-6 bull elk using this opportunity.
The Utah Wildlife Board approved 2026 big game hunting permit numbers, including an increase of 6,425 general-season deer permits to 86,625 total. Big Game Coordinator Mike Wardle emphasized that buck harvesting does not drive deer populations, with survival rates of adult does, fawn production, and fawn survival being the most important factors.
Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission implemented new regulations for 2026 to prevent overharvesting female black bears in Region 4. The changes divide the region into four Bear Management Units with spring and fall female harvest quotas that trigger season closures when limits are reached.
Arkansas hunters can apply for limited 2026 elk hunting permits from May 1 through June 1 via the AGFC licensing site. Fifteen permits will be drawn, with winners announced at the 27th Annual Buffalo River Elk Festival in Jasper on June 26-27, and three additional on-site permits available for festival attendees.
Indiana's migratory bird hunting seasons for 2026-27 have been submitted to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, including seasons for mourning dove, waterfowl, woodcock, snipe, and sora rails. White-fronted geese have a daily bag limit of two, while Canada geese and brant share a five-bird limit, and light geese remain at 20.
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department issues comprehensive safety tips for spring turkey hunting season, emphasizing target identification, proper clothing, positioning, and communication with other hunters to ensure safe and successful hunts.
Thompson/Center Arms, the National Wild Turkey Federation, and MTN OPS are collaborating on an exclusive turkey hunt in Missouri from April 30th to May 2nd. The event will feature T/C's turkey shotguns, MTN OPS nutrition products, and wild game meals by chef Jeremiah Doughty while highlighting NWTF's conservation initiatives and sustainable wildlife management efforts.
Utah's spring turkey hunts run May 1-31, 2026, with youth hunts May 1-3 and general season May 4-31. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources reports 33,000-38,000 wild turkeys statewide, with mild winters supporting population increases in most areas. Permits are available online and at license agent locations.
Michigan's elk hunting application period opens May 1, with key changes for 2026-2027 seasons including adjusted hunt periods, extended registration time, and reduced licenses to 200. The Michigan Natural Resources Commission made these changes to improve hunter convenience and stabilize the elk herd in the northern Lower Peninsula.
Ohio's Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife reported 4,646 wild turkeys checked during the south zone's opening weekend, with Tuscarawas County leading at 144 birds. Youth hunters across all zones checked 2,058 turkeys, exceeding the three-year average of 1,784.