What are the dates for deer season in Georgia?

	Species	Dates
Big Game	Deer	Sept. 11 – Jan. 31
Oct. 9 – Jan. 9
Oct. 16 – Jan. 9
Bear	Archery: Sept. 11 – Jan. 9 Primitive Weapons & Youth Only Firearms: Oct. 9 – Jan. 9 Firearms: Oct. 16 – Jan. 9

Can you shoot a deer in your backyard in Georgia?

It can be a little disconcerting for someone who comes from a big city, where firing a gun is against the law. But in rural Georgia, it’s legal for your neighbor to go hunting on his property.

When did hunting season start in Georgia?

Georgia’s archery season for deer opens Sept. 11, and the statewide gun season opens Oct. 16. As always, when deer hunting in Georgia, make sure to double-check the regulations before you decide to pull the trigger on an antlerless deer and put some meat in the freezer.

Can you shoot two deer in one day in Georgia?

State law allows hunters to harvest up to 10 antlerless deer, and no more than two antlered deer (with one of the two antlered deer having a minimum of four points, one inch or longer, on one side of the antlers). All deer hunters must report their harvest using Georgia Game Check within 24 hours of harvest.

When can you shoot does in GA?

Georgia DNR recently announced the dates for Georgia’s 2019-2020 deer season. For firearms hunters, those dates are October 19, 2019 to January 12, 2020 (see restrictions below). Once again, the dates in which you can legally harvest does with a firearm vary by county.

Can a game warden come on private property in Georgia?

The officer rarely has backup in these and other situations. These officers also have enhanced police powers. Under some circumstances, DNR officers can enter upon private lands without permission or a search warrant.

Do you need a hunting license to hunt on your own land in Georgia?

Landowners. Nonresident landowners owning land in Georgia must obtain a nonresident license to hunt or fish. Nonresident family members of a resident landowner must obtain a nonresident license to hunt or fish, except that nonresidents under age 16 may fish or hunt small game without a Georgia license.

Can I hunt on my own property in Georgia?

Much of the land in Georgia is either privately owned or managed. Hunters may freely take most game animals on their own land, or may get permission from private landowners to hunt on their property. Hunters may be required by the landowner to sign a liability waiver.

Can you deer hunt with a pistol in Georgia?

Rifles and Handguns: Any . 22-cal. or smaller rimfire, air rifle, or any muzzleloading firearm. For fox & bobcat, centerfire firearms of . 17 caliber and larger may be used.