Important Hunting Information Dates | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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Hunter’s Code of Conduct
The code emphasizes the need for hunters to show respect for wildlife and to be considerate of non-hunters.

Regulations & Seasons

Important Hunting Information Dates

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2012 Big Game Hunting Seasons and Rules Available – Online	April 18, 2012
2012 Big Game Hunting Seasons and Rules Available – Printed Copy	April 27, 2012
2012 Raffle Tickets Must Be Purchased By	July 13, 2012
2012 Migratory Waterfowl and Upland Game Seasons Pamphlets Available	Late August 2012
2012 Hunting Season Licenses Available	December 1, 2011
Application Related Dates
2012 Special Permit Application Available	April 18-May 18, 2012
2012 Special Permit Application Submission Due	May 18, 2012
2013 Spring Bear Special Permit Submission Due	February 28, 2013
Harvest Report Related Dates
Big Game Hunt Harvest Report Due (for Incentive Permit Drawing Eligibility)	January 10, 2013
Big Game Harvest Report Deadline	No later than January 31, 2013, unless your special hunt or late season goes past this date.
Brant Harvest Report Due	February 15, 2013
Sea Duck Harvest Report	February 15, 2013
Snow Goose Harvest Report Due	February 15, 2013
Band-Tailed Pigeon Harvest Report Due	September 30, 2012
Harvest Report for Previous Year Estimated Availability	Mid-May for Website Late June for Printed Version
Status and Trend Report for Previous Year Estimated Availability	November 2012