Today’s robust bear population is the result of a decades-long research and conservation efforts

Bears must be reported in-person at a regional big game reporting station. 

This list, which may be updated during hunting seasons, is available on the Vermont Fish and Wildlife website

The youth hunter must have a Vermont hunting license and must be accompanied by an unarmed adult, 18 years of age or older, who also has a Vermont hunting license. 

Hunters must have a standard hunting license in order to purchase an add-on archery deer hunting license