Hunting and Trapping

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• Ruffed Grouse Hunter Log

  The Wildlife Division is asking hunters to participate in a voluntary hunt reporting program for ruffed grouse.

• Public Hunting Areas

  Find maps and information about public hunting areas in Connecticut.

• Hunt Connecticut

  An introduction to hunting in Connecticut.

• Field Trial Dates

  Listing of scheduled field trial events.

• Outdoor Safety Tips

  Tips on how to be safe while enjoying outdoor activities, such as hunting and hiking.

• Hunting Licenses and Permits

  Information on hunting licenses, permits, and stamps for Connecticut.

• Tagging and Reporting Deer and Turkey Harvests

  How to tag and report deer and turkey harvests.

• Deer and Turkey Management Zone Map

  Deer and Turkey Management Zone Map

• Deer Check Stations

  Listing of Connecticut replacement tag deer check stations.

• Hunting and Connecticut Gun Laws

  What hunters need to know about Connecticut's gun laws.

• Questions about Hunting

  Frequently Asked Questions about hunting, trapping, and obtaining a license in Connecticut.

• Cooking with Wild Game

  Find recipes and tips for cooking with wild game.

• Glastonbury Shooting Range

  The Glastonbury Shooting Range is open for public use by reservation, usually from March through the end of November.

• Falconry in Connecticut

  Falconry is the sport of hunting small game species with trained raptors.

• Connecticut Hunter Education

  Information about hunter safety education courses to be certified to hunt and/or trap.