The Big Game hunt begins on the island tomorrow

    Friday, 8 September 2023 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The moose season ends December 31st, caribou will continue until December 3rd, and black bear finishes on November 12th.

    The Big Game Hunting Season for moose, caribou, black bear, coyotes and wolves starts on the island portion of the province tomorrow. The moose season ends December 31st, caribou will continue until December 3rd, and black bear finishes on November 12th, while coyotes and wolves can be hunted until July 15th, next year. Small game, as well as, trapping seasons and zones vary by regions. Wildlife regulations, hunting season dates, bag limits, safety tips and more are available in the 2023-24 Hunting and Trapping Guide. Big game jawbones can be returned at more than 50 locations, and participating hunters will receive a Cooperating Hunter Crest for supporting big game population research. Meanwhile, new hunters wishing to become eligible for the 2024-25 Big Game License Draw must complete the Canadian Firearms Safety/Hunter Education Course before November 30th. 

     

     

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