Adaptive Hunt Program News Today

A special moose hunt that started last season will continue into 2022.

Maine moose biologists are looking to cull the moose herd in an area of the state hit hard by winter tick. This special hunt could lead to more moose permits in the future. The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is now accepting applications for the 2021 Moose Permit Lottery. When filling out the application this year, hunters can choose to take part in the Adaptive Unit Hunt. The special hunt helps biologists determine if moose density reduction can break or lessen winter tick ...