Division of Wildlife
2008 Colorado Big Game Brochure Is Now Available
The Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) 2008 Big
Game Brochure is now available.
Hunters can obtain a hard-copy of the new brochure at license agents and
DOW offices throughout the state. A printable version is available online
at the DOW Web site (www.wildlife.state.co.us).
Hunters who applied for a big game license in 2007 will automatically be
mailed a copy of the new regulations.
Changes for the 2008 season include the following:
Doe Deer Fees: License fees are reduced for doe deer hunting in
specific units in the northwest portion of the state (units 11, 12, 13,
22, 23, 24).
Muzzleloading Restrictions: Electronic and battery-operated
devices are illegal during muzzleloading seasons.
Muzzleloader Transport: There are new restrictions for carrying
muzzleloaders on motor vehicles. Electronic ignition muzzleloaders may be
used during rifle season, but must be unloaded when possessed in a motor
vehicle.
Ranching For Wildlife (RFW): Most RFW licenses are now List A,
which means you can only have 1 a year. Special population management,
youth, mobility-impaired and donation RFW licenses are List C.
Mandatory Bear and Mountain Lion Inspection Changes: Hunters now
must make sure their animal is unfrozen at the time of inspection. A new
regulation also allows the DOW to extract and retain a premolar tooth for
analysis.
White-tailed Deer Hunts: More hunts are offered for white-tailed
deer this year in eastern Colorado.
Chronic Wasting Disease Transport Restrictions: Transport
restrictions for hunters who harvest animals in CWD units have been
eliminated.
Hunters are encouraged to apply for big game licenses online at the DOW
Web site. By applying online hunters will save time and money over mailing
in their applications. It is also much more difficult to make an error
when applying online.
The DOW would like to remind big game hunters who are interested in
applying for an elk, deer, pronghorn, moose or bear license that their
applications must be postmarked before midnight of April 1.
Hunters who have questions regarding the application process can contact
the DOW customer service center at (303) 297-1192
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