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Youth deer hunting in Maryland requires a resident or nonresident youth hunting license, which is free for Maryland residents under the age of 16 and available for purchase by non-residents for a fee.
Licenses and Requirements
To hunt deer in Maryland, youth under the age of 16 can hunt with a free resident youth hunting license, provided they are accompanied by a licensed adult. The non-resident youth hunting license costs $20, and the required big game hunting license is $25. These licenses can be purchased through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources or at an authorized vendor.
Hunting Seasons and Bag Limits
Maryland’s deer hunting seasons vary by region and include an early archery season, a late archery season, a muzzleloader season, and a firearms season. The early archery season typically takes place in the last two weeks of September, while the late archery season occurs in November and December. The muzzleloader season usually occurs in the second week of January, and the firearms season takes place in the last week of November and the first week of December. Bag limits vary by region, but typically allow one deer per hunter, with either-sex or antlered-only restrictions.
Additional Regulations and Tips
When hunting deer in Maryland, youth hunters must follow all state regulations, including those related to firearms, archery equipment, and tree stands. Maryland law requires all deer hunters to wear at least 500 square inches of fluorescent orange on their head, chest, and back. Youth hunters should also practice safe hunting habits, such as staying alert and avoiding hunting in areas with high human activity to minimize the risk of accidents.
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