rifle season
Firearm hunting window
Rifle season is the period when hunting a particular game animal with a rifle is permitted.
State wildlife agencies set these dates, which vary by species and region.
Rifle season typically follows archery season and precedes or overlaps with muzzleloader season: Deer rifle season opens November 15th.
The term distinguishes this period from other hunting seasons with different weapon restrictions.
- firearmsWeapons using explosive propulsion
- deerAntlered hoofed mammal
- hunting traditionsCustomary wildlife pursuit practices
- trophy huntingKilling wildlife for souvenirs
- elkLarge North American cervid
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