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Big game draw permit applications open June 8

Big game draw permit applications open June 8

By Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Hunters can apply for 2020 big game draw permits beginning June 8.

Residents and nonresidents may apply for one deer permit; residents may apply for one elk permit, and residents and eligible landowners may apply for one antelope permit.

The application period begins at 1 p.m. June 8. Paper applications must be received by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission by 5 p.m. Central time – or by 11:59 p.m. for online applications – on June 26.

Only a nonrefundable application fee is due at the time of application. Drawing results will be available by July 3.

Click here to apply online or download an application.

Successful applicants have until July 17 to complete the purchase of their awarded permits. Awarded but unpaid permits will result in applicants losing preference or bonus points and forfeiting the permit. Any forfeited draw permits, as well as unsold draw permits and buy-unit permits, will be sold over the counter on a first-come basis beginning Aug. 3.

Applicants who supply valid email addresses will be notified when the draw is complete. Applicants not providing valid email addresses will be responsible for monitoring their status online.

Applications can also be made via mail: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, 2200 N. 33rd St., Lincoln NE 68503 or by calling (402)471-064. Applications can be dropped off at any Game and Parks permitting office. A drop box or an Iron Ranger will be provided near the building.

While Game and Parks offices still are closed to the public, customer service is being provided via telephone.

See a list of office phone numbers here.

Draw units are established to provide equal opportunity to obtain permits in those units. They are determined by the overall demand on a unit’s permits. Residents get preference over nonresidents when these permits are drawn.

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