Hunters hoping to draw a big-game license in Colorado are urged to study the changes in license requirements and fees prior to applying during the application period of March 1 through April 7. For an overview of changes, watch CPW’s video “
Important changes for hunters to take note of include:
Adjustments to license fees (an increase of 1.3%), qualifying licenses, valid dates for annual licenses have changed, secondary draw replaces the leftover draw and new this year, most elk, deer, pronghorn and bear licenses not issued through the primary draw will now be made available in a secondary draw that is open to anyone, whether they applied for the primary draw or not. Secondary draw applications are accepted June 5 through July 7.
CPW is continuing mandatory Chronic Wasting Disease testing for selected game management units as part of its Chronic Wasting Disease Response Plan. There is no charge for mandatory testing. For more information, visit cpw.state.co.us/cwd.
