Deer quota hunt deadline: Sept. 1

Hunters have until Sept. 1 to submit applications for a Georgia deer quota hunt. An online quota application must be received before midnight that day, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

“Some of the best deer hunts in the state are on Georgia’s well-managed public lands,” said John Bowers, chief of game management. “To have a chance at one of these outstanding opportunities, you better get that application in before the deadline.”

Quota hunts include those on wildlife management areas and state park, dog-deer hunting and adult/child hunting opportunities.

How to apply

To make an online application visit www.gohuntgeorgia.com/hunting/quota. The quota hunt system allows applicants to sign up for a chance at a quota hunt using their existing license purchase account. If you don’t have an existing account, you can create one. Those applying should be sure to keep their email and mailing address current in order to receive quota updates, confirmations and any notices about quota hunts.

For more information on the upcoming deer season, hunters can review the 2016-2017 Georgia Hunting Seasons and Regulations guide, available at www.georgiawildlife. com/hunting/regulations.