License: resident $32.00 · nonresident $113.00. Species tags and permits are extra — see each section below.
White-tailed Deer Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Archery | Sep 15 | Dec 15 | License |
| Muzzleloader | Oct 31 | Nov 10 | License |
| Firearms | Nov 11 | Dec 6 | License |
Ruffed Grouse Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Fall Archery/Shotgun | Sep 15 | Dec 15 | License |
| Spring Gobbler | Apr 25 | May 26 | License |
| Regular Season | Sep 28 | Dec 31 | License |
Black Bear Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Bear Season | Sep 1 | Nov 15 | OTC |
Pheasant Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Stocked Season | Oct 1 | Dec 31 | License |
Rabbit & Squirrel Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Cottontail Rabbit | Oct 1 | Feb 28 | License |
| Gray/Fox Squirrel | Sep 1 | Dec 31 | License |
Duck & Goose Season Dates
| Season | Opens | Closes | Tag |
|---|
| Early Canada Goose | Sep 1 | Sep 25 | Stamp |
| Duck Season | Oct 4 | Dec 15 | Stamp |
| Canada Goose Regular | Oct 26 | Dec 31 | Stamp |
Verify before you hunt.
These dates are compiled for planning and can change between when they're published and
when the season opens — and many states vary dates by unit, zone, or WMU. Always
confirm with NH Fish & Game Department before heading out. Nothing here is legal advice.
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