First Nebraska Big Game Application Period Begins May 20

   05.15.13

First Nebraska Big Game Application Period Begins May 20

The first application period for big game hunting permits begins May 20 at 1 p.m. Central Time and runs through June 7.

A summary of the application period:

Deer – Residents and nonresidents may apply for one permit in any one draw unit. The draw units are: Republican Mule Deer, Platte Mule Deer Conservation Area (MDCA), Platte Whitetail, Frenchman MDCA and Frenchman Whitetail.

Antelope – Residents and eligible landowners may apply for one buck or either-sex firearm permit or one muzzleloader permit.

Elk – Residents and eligible landowners may apply for one permit.

Residents will get preference over nonresidents in the application process. The permits will be drawn in mid-June.

All remaining big game permits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning July 8 at 1 p.m. Central Time.

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