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New York Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: New York requires a hunting license, and first-time hunters age 12 and older must complete a hunter-education course.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

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New York requires a hunting license, and first-time hunters age 12 and older must complete a hunter-education course. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through NYSDEC.

Official source: dec.ny.gov →

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Hunting License in states bordering New York

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ConnecticutRestricted
Connecticut requires a hunting license, and you must complete a Conservation Education/Firearms Safety course to be issued a first license. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through CT DEEP.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: portal.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts requires a hunting license, and Basic Hunter Education is required to buy a first-ever license (no birthdate cutoff). Resident and nonresident licenses are available through MassWildlife.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
New JerseyRestricted
New Jersey requires a hunting license, and a hunter-education course is required for first-time hunters of all ages. Licenses are available through NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dep.nj.gov · Full New Jersey rule →
PennsylvaniaRestricted
A Pennsylvania hunting license is required; all first-time hunters/trappers, regardless of age, must complete Basic Hunter-Trapper Education before buying a license.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: pa.gov · Full Pennsylvania rule →
VermontRestricted
Vermont requires a hunting license, and all first-time hunters must present a prior hunting license or certified hunter-safety card from any state/province (no birthdate cutoff).
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: vtfishandwildlife.com · Full Vermont rule →

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