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New York Whitetail Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Firearms And Hunt
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Rifle · Youth hunters
Upstate NY (north of Bronx-Westchester Co. boundary; excluding bowhunting-only WMUs). One antlered or antlerless deer. 14-15 year olds may also take bear.
New York Whitetail Licenses
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Management Permit (DMP) | DrawAugust 1, 2025 – October 1, 2025 | Ages 12+; Youth and disabled hunters; Veteran | $10.00 |
Allows harvest of one antlerless deer per permit. May apply for up to 2 DMPs. $10 nonrefundable application fee waived for Lifetime License holders (purchased prior to Oct 1, 2009) and Junior Hunters/Bowhunters. Landowners and disabled veterans receive preference. | |||
| Leftover DMP | OTCOpens November 1, 2025 | — | $10.00 |
Available beginning around Nov 1 on first-come, first-served basis at license agents only. No additional fee if already applied during initial period. Up to 2 DMPs allowed in addition to any received during initial period. | |||
