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Whitetail and Mule Deer Hunting

Never Hunted Big Game in Nebraska?

Start Here with the Big Game Guide

When can I Apply for a Big Game Permit?

Opening Dates and Application Periods

Deer Seasons

Legal Methods of Take:
Firearm- 22 caliber or larger with minimum of 900 ft lbs. energy at 100 yds. and 357 magnum rifles and 45 colt rifles, and shotguns 20 gauge or larger with single projectile and handguns with minimum of 400 ft lbs at 50 yds.

Muzzleloader Permits -45 caliber or larger with single projectile.
Archery Permits - Arrows must have sharpened points with a minimum of 9/16 cutting radius.

Spear - Handthrown/Atlatl Shooting Hours:
30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset Requirements:

Resident: Deer Permit Hunter Education	Nonresident: Deer Permit Hunter Education
Habitat Stamp - for all nonresidents and for residents 16 years or older

OFFICIAL STATE OF NEBRASKA WEBSITE -
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission - 2200 N. 33rd St. Lincoln, NE 68503 - 402-471-0641