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    Pennsylvania Game Commission

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    We Conserve and Protect Pennsylvania's Wildlife

    Our mission is to manage and protect wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations.

    SEASONS & BAG LIMITS

    Seasons and Bag limits are set by the Game Commission to conserve and manage wildlife

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    STATE GAME LANDS

    Explore and learn about Pennsylvania's great hunting opportunities.

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    DISCOVER PA WILDLIFE

    Learn more about Pennsylvania's amazing wildlife.

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    Upcoming event - Great American Outdoor Show

    Penn's Woods Whitetail Classic

    Pennsylvania deer hunters, have your antlers scored by certified Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young scorers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission at the Great American Outdoor Show! See how your trophy stacks up in the Pennsylvania Big Game Records.

    • Feb. 7-9, 2026
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    Become a Pennsylvania State Game Warden

    Application Period: January 12 – February 28, 2026

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    Hunting and Trapping Digest

    Read the Hunting & Trapping Digest for detailed information on regulations, seasons, and guidelines.

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    Strategic Plan and Reports

    View the Strategic Plan and Reports for insight on goals, achievements and future initiatives.

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    Special Update: Proposed Change to Firearms Deer Season

    Call of the Outdoors

    At its meeting next week, the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners will consider a proposal that could change opening day for hundreds of thousands of deer hunters. Executive Director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to explain details of the potential change, how it could affect other hunting seasons, and ways to share feedback with the board.

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