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Archery Deer
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$ 3.00 /adult
Archery Endorsement (Type 135) is required.
Standby applicants must be at the Daughtrey WMA check station before 11:00 am on first day of hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA archery hunt dates (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA check station).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2024
1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 27, 2024 –
Dec 30, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have an inside main beam spread wider than the ear tips with a minimum spread of at least 14 inches (Limit 1); or buck must have 7 or fewer antler points with an inside main beam spread of at least 12 inches (limit 1).
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds and chairs.
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available:
3
Fee per adult: $
130.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
1168
Permits/Groups:
4
Success Rate:
25%
E-Postcard Feral Hog
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$ 0.00 /adult
All adult hunters must possess a current Annual Public Hunting Permit (APH) to apply.
Boat Access Only - by crossing Choke Canyon Reservoir; see attached brochure for important details. Hunting will be limited to specific areas as identified by staff during orientation. Some adjacent areas accessible only by boat or significant hiking by foot; hunters should take this into consideration before applying for this hunt. Hunt runs concurrently with James E. Daughtrey Hunt. All hunters and standby applicants must attend a mandatory orientation at 11:00 AM at the James E. Daughtrey checkstation on the first day of the hunt. Hunt ends at noon on the last day. Hunters must complete daily electronic on-site registration (eOSR). For more information contact the WMA Field Office at 361-274-3573 or visit the Daughtrey WMA Facebook page.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: November 01, 2024
2024 - 2025 Annual Public Hunting Permit required to apply. 1 – 4 people per application
Hunt Dates
Feb 08, 2025 –
Feb 16, 2025
Bag Limit
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
Muzzleloaders or Shotguns with Slugs
Hunt Restrictions
Note the methods restrictions; no centerfire rifles or pistols allowed. No night hunting. Hunter orange hat and vest is required at all times regardless of hunt method.
Hunt Method
Entire Area ; Boats should be large enough to cross Choke Canyon Reservoir in windy conditions. Hunters may access hunt area from a boat at all times throughout the hunt period provided that boats are launched from public boat ramps (refer to hunt brochure).
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available:
3
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
621
Permits/Groups:
4
Success Rate:
Gun Deer - Either Sex
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$ 3.00 /adult
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 11:00 AM on first day of hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA hunts (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 15, 2024
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Jan 07, 2025 –
Jan 10, 2025
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Buck Only; Buck must have an inside main beam spread wider than the ear tips with a minimum spread of at least 14 inches (Limit 1); or buck must have 7 or fewer antler points with an inside main beam spread of at least 12 inches (limit 1).
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants, regardless of hunt method. Only one legally permissible means per hunter will be allowed into the hunt area.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds and chairs.
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available:
3
Fee per adult: $
130.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
1319
Permits/Groups:
4
Success Rate:
14%
Gun Deer - Management
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$ 3.00 /adult
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 11:00 am on first day of hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA hunts (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 15, 2024
1 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 25, 2024 –
Nov 27, 2024
Dec 03, 2024 –
Dec 05, 2024
Dec 10, 2024 –
Dec 12, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Antlerless and One Buck; Buck must have 7 or fewer antler points with an inside main beam spread of at least 12 inches.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants, regardless of hunt method. Only one legally permissible means per hunter will be allowed into the hunt area.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds and chairs.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available:
9
Fee per adult: $
80.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
840
Permits/Groups:
12
Success Rate:
63%
Javelina
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$ 3.00 /adult
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 11:00 AM on first day of hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA javelina hunts (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation)
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2024
1 – 2 people per application
Hunt Dates
Feb 04, 2025 –
Feb 06, 2025
Bag Limit
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Hunt Restrictions
Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants, regardless of hunt method. Only one legally permissible means per hunter will be allowed into the hunt area.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No hunting stands are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable stands and chairs.
Baiting
Allowed
Groups
Available:
2
Fee per adult: $
80.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
17
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
596
Permits/Groups:
2
Success Rate:
33%
Youth Only Gun Deer - Antlerless/Spike
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$ 0.00 /adult
Adult Supervisor (at least 18 years old) required.
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 10:00 AM on first day of hunt period. Hunts coincide with James E. Daughtrey WMA youth hunts (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation)
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 15, 2024
2 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 02, 2024 –
Nov 03, 2024
Nov 09, 2024 –
Nov 10, 2024
Bag Limit
One White-tailed Deer; Antlerless or Spike Buck
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
Only youth are permitted to harvest animals during hunt period. Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants on this hunt.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No hunting stands are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, shooting sticks, and chairs for youth hunters.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available:
6
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
18
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
237
Permits/Groups:
8
Success Rate:
11%
Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex
Download Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex Brochure
$ 0.00 /adult
Adult Supervisor (at least 18 years old) required.
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 10:00 AM on the first day of the hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA hunt (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 01, 2024
2 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Dec 17, 2024 –
Dec 19, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
Only youth are permitted to harvest animals during hunt period. Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants on this hunt.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, chairs, and shooting sticks for youth hunters.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available:
3
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
18
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
200
Permits/Groups:
4
Success Rate:
100%
Youth Only Gun Deer - Management
Download Youth Only Gun Deer - Management Brochure
$ 0.00 /adult
Adult Supervisor (at least 18 years old) required.
Standby applicants must be at the James E. Daughtrey WMA checkstation before 10:00 AM on the first day of the hunt period. Hunt coincides with James E. Daughtrey WMA youth hunt (Orientation and all harvest data collection conducted at Daughtrey WMA checkstation).
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 15, 2024
2 – 3 people per application
Hunt Dates
Nov 16, 2024 –
Nov 17, 2024
Bag Limit
Two White-tailed Deer; Either Sex; Limit One Buck; Buck must have 7 or fewer antler points with an inside main beam spread of at least 12 inches, or have at least one unbranched antler.
Unlimited Feral Hogs
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles with Mounted Scopes
Hunt Restrictions
Only youth are permitted to harvest animals during hunt period. Hunter orange vest and headwear is required for all participants on this hunt.
Hunt Method
Compartment ; No blinds are available. Hunters are encouraged to bring portable blinds, chairs, and shooting sticks for youth hunters.
Baiting
Allowed
Permits
Available:
3
Fee per adult: $
0.00
Fee per youth: $
0.00
Age Requirements
Youth ages:
8- 16
Adult minimum age:
18
Supervising adult minimum age:
18
Last Year
Applications:
600
Permits/Groups:
4
Success Rate:
20%