Hawaii’s 2023 hunting possibilities both citizens and non-residents are diverse. Deer, turkey, and migratory game bird are available year-round with bag limitations. The Lānaði Axis deer season includes four bow hunts with two draws and 11 rifle hunts from Thursday to Sunday. It also has a spring wildfowl event. Participation requires a pass, Hawaii Hunter Education Wallet Card, or Non-resident Letter of Exemption. The Island Forestry & Wildlife Office manages game applications and permits online efficiently. Participants must provide harvest data and follow local laws after the activity to promote responsible wildlife interaction.
Hawaii Hunting Season
Here is a complete details including the dates, regulations, licenses, etc.
Lanai Axis Deer hunt 2024
| Game Type | Schedule | Duration | Location | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | 7-Feb - 3-Mar | Wednesday through Sunday-5 days a week | Lanai | 19-Sep - 27-Oct |
| Youth | 8-Mar - 10-Mar | Friday through Sunday-only one weekend | ||
| Muzzleloader | 15-Mar - 17-Mar | Friday through Sunday-only one weekend | ||
| General Rifle | 22-Mar - 2-Jun | Fridays through Sundays-Total eleven weekends |
HI Axis Deer
| Island | Hunting Season | Hunts | Bag Limit | Tag Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanai | Mid-February to Mid-May | Archery, Youth, Muzzleloader, General Rifle | 3 deer | 2 doe tags before purchasing an either-sex tag |
| Maui | Mid-October to Mid-December | Archery, General Rifle | 2 deer | 1 doe tag before purchasing a buck tag |
| Molokai | Closed | |||
| Oahu | Closed |
Lanai Mouflon Sheep Hunt
| Lanai Mouflon Sheep | Starts on | Ends On |
|---|---|---|
| Archery | 30-Jul | 6-Aug |
| Youth | 12-Aug | 14-Aug |
| Lanai Mouflon Sheep | 20-Aug | 15-Oct |
| Muzzleloader | 20-Aug | 21-Aug |
The 2023 Lanai mouflon sheep hunt will include archery, youth, muzzleloader, and general rifle hunting. There is a chance that non-Lanai inhabitants will only be able to participate in part of the archery hunt, which comprises two draws that go for 12 days straight each. Suppose there are more applications than available slots. In that case, the youth and muzzleloader hunts, which take place over a single weekend, may be decided by lottery. 11 weekends are dedicated to the general rifle hunt.
Each hunter must enter a lottery, and the results were made public in May 2023. Hunters may purchase a non-typical ram tag to harvest non-typical rams, and there is a bag restriction of one ram per hunter. Further information is available on the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources website.
Wild Sheep
| 1-Jan - 31-Dec |
Hog
| Feral Pigs | Starts From | Ends On |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 1-Jan | 31-Dec |
| Maui | ||
| Kauai | ||
| Molokai | ||
| Oahu | ||
| Molokai |
Turkey
| Spring Bearded Turkey | Units A, G, F | 1-Mar - 15-Apr | Unit A – Mauna Kea Forest Reserve and GMA Unit G – Kaʻohe GMA Unit F – Puʻu Waʻawaʻa Forest Reserve |
| Unit E | 1-Mar - 31-Mar | Unit E – Kīpuka ʻĀinahou | |
| Private Land | 1-Mar - 15-Apr | Hunters need a license, turkey tags, and landowner authorization. | |
| Spring Wild Turkey | 1-Mar - 15-Apr | Hawaii Island only (Big Island). Units A, G, F, and private lands. Three bearded turkeys per season. |
License Cost
| Type of License/Permit | Resident Fee | Non-Resident Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Hunting License | $20 | $105 |
| Wildlife Conservation Stamp | $20 | $40 |
| Game Bird Stamp | $10 | $10 |
| Reduced-Fee Hunting License for Non-Resident Seniors | N/A | Reduced fee |
| Free Hunting License for Senior Residents | Free | N/A |
Update
| Lānaʻi axis deer hunting season 2024 | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Availability | Starting Monday, September 18, 2023 |
| Types of Hunts | 1. Archery Hunt |
| 2. Youth Hunt | |
| 3. Muzzleloader Hunt | |
| 4. General Rifle Hunt | |
| Application Website | gohunthawaii.ehawaii.gov (Click on "Apply for Hunts") |
| Additional Hunt Details Link | 2024 Axis Deer Hunt Announcement |
| More Hunting Information | DLNR Hawaii Recreation - Hunting |
| Contact Information | - O‘ahu: 1-808-587-0166 |
| - Maui: 1-808-984-8100 | |
| - Hawai‘i: 1-808-974-4221 (Hilo) | |
| - Molokaʻi: 1-808-553-1745 | |
| - Kaua‘i: 1-808-274-3433 | |
| - Lānaʻi: 1-808-565-791 |
Hunting Regulations
- One can apply for a Letter of Exemption and buy a hunting license if they possess an out-of-state hunter instruction certificate or a Hawai’i Hunting License given before July 1, 1990. Those born after December 31, 1971, must finish a training that the IHEA-USA and the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources have authorized. Hunters born before January 1, 1972, may be excused from the training prerequisite by presenting evidence of a prior hunting registration.
- A qualified adult who is not hunting must accompany hunters under 15 and have a juvenile hunting pass. For citizens 65 and older, a complimentary shooting pass is also offered.
- Hunting with weapons is allowed, but anyone entering the state with a handgun must register it within 48 hours. The use of assault rifles is prohibited. Individuals over 18 may borrow rifles and shotguns for up to 15 days, given they are not otherwise banned from possessing weapons.
- The minimal draw weight requirements for longbows, recurved bows, and compound bows for bow shooting are 40 pounds at 28 inches, 35 pounds, and 30 pounds, respectively.
- A bag maximum of three Axis deer, two of which must be done, and one of either sex is allowed during the Lnai Axis deer and Mouflon sheep season. Before purchasing an either-sex Axis deer registration, hunters must buy two doe bands, and appropriate identification is needed at check-in.
Frequently Asked Question
What are the different hunting seasons in Hawaii?
Hawaii has multiple hunting seasons, including Axis deer from August 20 to November 30, wild boar year-round, Mouflon sheep from September 1 to February 28, bearded turkey from March 1 to May 15, and game bird from September 1 to February 28.
What types of firearms are allowed for hunting in Hawaii?
Hawaii permits the use of a variety of weapons for hunting, including shotguns, rifles, muzzleloaders, crossbows, longbows, and recurve bows. This wide variety of legal guns gives hunters a lot of alternatives to choose from, accommodating various hunting tastes and techniques across distinctive terrain and animals.
How do I report a poaching violation in Hawaii?
To report a poaching violation, you can call the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources at (808) 587-0400.
Schedule Source: DLNR Hawaii
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