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Pennsylvania Game Commission Revamps Elk Licensing Rules

1/28/2025

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The Pennsylvania Game Commission is shaking up elk licensing rules, mandating a general hunting license for elk tag applications and capping nonresident licenses at 10% each year. Meanwhile, the beloved firearms deer season will kick off the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Stay tuned for final decisions in April's board meeting!

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Story summary

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is shaking up elk licensing rules, mandating a general hunting license for elk tag applications and capping nonresident licenses at 10% each year. Meanwhile, the beloved firearms deer season will kick off the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Stay tuned for final decisions in April's board meeting!