Georgia Bear Seasons

Archery	Sept. 11-Jan. 9
Primitive Weapons	Oct. 9-Jan. 9
Firearms	Oct. 16-Jan. 9**

Do you need a bear tag in GA?

Hunting deer, bear and turkey requires a Big Game License plus free Harvest Record for deer, turkey, alligator, and bear (Northern Zone only). Migratory bird hunting (including dove) requires the Georgia Migratory Bird Stamp, and hunting duck and geese additionally requires the Federal Duck Stamp ($25).

Where can I hunt bear in Georgia?

Other good public hunting grounds include Cooper’s Creek WMA, Rich Mountain WMA, Blue Ridge WMA, The Chestatee WMA, the Dawson Forest WMA, Swallow Creek WMA and the Chattahoochee WMA in White County. Areas within the 750,000 acre Chattahoochee National Forest not WMAs also offer plenty of room to hunt.

How much does a bear have to weigh to shoot it?

A few states even have minimum weights of around 100 pounds for a bear to be legal. A bear over 250 pounds is above average. One topping 300 pounds is exceptional.

Can you hunt bear at night in Georgia?

No night hunting. No hunting over bait. Hunting license requirements must be met. Hunter orange is required during firearms and primitive weapons deer and bear hunts.

Is it legal to bait bear in Georgia?

Unlawful use of bear bait. (a) It is unlawful to use any type of bait to concentrate the bear population in any area or to lure them to any location which gives or might give a hunter an unnatural advantage when hunting bear.

Is it legal to shoot a black bear in Georgia?

By law, any bear killed outside of hunting season in Georgia is deemed state property and must be turned over to DNR officials.

Can you hunt bear at night?

However, as a general rule-of-thumb, the best time to hunt black bear is in the morning or early evening when they are most certainly on the search for food. Temperature: As mentioned above, black bears are extremely adaptable animals and live in many different climates.

Are there black bears in Georgia?

In Georgia, black bears are found across the state. An adult male can weigh up to 500 pounds, but they’re not as aggressive as other bear varieties. There are few recorded fatal black bear attacks in the Southeast.

Is there a wild hog season in Georgia?

Feral hogs may be taken during any small or big game season with the appropriate lawful weapons. Hunter orange is required and no night hunting or baiting is allowed. Electronic calls may be used. Additionally, a Feral Hog and Coyote season will be held from May 16-31 on all WMAs (unless otherwise specified).

How close to a house can you hunt in GA?

Though it is illegal to shoot within 50 yards of a public road, there is no such buffer between adjacent, privately owned properties. In an unincorporated area, your neighbor can stand just outside the boundaries of your yard and shoot a gun, as long as he’s not aiming directly at wildlife on your property.

What to do if you see a bear in Georgia?

Don’t run, but slowly back away, watching the bear. Try to increase the distance between you and the bear. The bear will probably do the same. Campground and Picnic Area Precautions

1. Never cook or store food in or near your tent.
2. Hang food and other items with strong odors (ie, toothpaste, bug repellent, soap, etc.)

Can I shoot a deer on my property in Georgia?

State law broadly allows licensed hunters to stalk deer on private property with the owner’s permission. Illegal hunting can be a problem, both on private land and in such parks as the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.