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Lotteries

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Vermont annually holds lotteries for moose and antlerless deer hunting permits, as well as for a lifetime license.

The number of hunting permits offered in the lotteries varies depending on the biological conditions of the moose and deer herds.

Antlerless Deer Muzzleloader Lottery

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Each year thousands of antlerless deer permits are issued for the Muzzleloader Hunting Season. Applications are generally available in May.


Moose Lottery

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Vermont's Moose Season Lottery is now open. 174 Permits are available through the lottery for WMU E1 or E2. Deadline to apply is June 19, 2024. Apply for a permit today!


Lifetime License Lottery

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For $2.00 you can take a chance on winning a lifetime of FREE hunting and fishing in Vermont!