Fishing Forum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 20, 2007

DNR Reminds Hunters and Anglers That 2007 Licenses Not Yet on Sale

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today reminded hunters and anglers that 2007 hunting and fishing licenses go on sale March 1. At this time, licenses for the new year will be sold at the same prices they were in 2006, while the DNR and Natural Resources Commission continue to work with the Legislature on a new license fee package.

"Although a few individuals accidentally purchase their licenses before the start of the new season each year, there is some concern that more hunters and anglers are purchasing licenses now, believing they are avoiding any license fee increase that may occur in 2007," said Bill Pemble, Retail Sales Program manager. "However, licenses purchased before March 1 are not valid for the 2007 season, with the exception of the 2007 OTC Spring Turkey Guaranteed Hunt No. 234 license."

The 2007 hunting and fishing licenses will be printed on yellow stock, Pemble said. The 2006 licenses were printed on purple stock.

Individuals who accidentally purchased a license after Jan. 1, 2007, thinking they were getting a license for 2007 can inquire about a possible refund by contacting DNR Customer Systems at (517) 373-1204.

"We wish to remind hunters and anglers that they can get a discount when four or more licenses are purchased at one time for the same person," Pemble said.

Hunters and anglers also can purchase their 2007 licenses online starting March 1 on the DNR Web site at [url "http://www.michigan.gov/dnr"]www.michigan.gov/dnr[/url].

The DNR is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural resources for current and future generations.

You are receiving this reminder because you voluntarily provided the DNR with your e-mail address while purchasing your hunting/fishing license online. If you would like your name removed from this mailing list, please click here: [url "mailto:MDNR-E-License@michigan.gov"]MDNR-E-License@michigan.gov[/url].


Thank you
MDNR E-License
[url "http://www.michigan.gov/dnr"]www.michigan.gov/dnr[/url]
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Thanks for the update.. Why doesn't it surprise me that Michigan would allow you to buy a license in 2007 that is only good for 2006??

Steve - your friend just to the south..
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[size 1]"We wish to remind hunters and anglers that they can get a discount when four or more licenses are purchased at one time for the same person," Pemble said. [/size]
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[size 1]Yep , It's started !!!!!!!!!![/size]
[size 1]Three was all it took last time and for a better discount .[/size]
[size 1]One of the guys at work went on-line to make his camping reservations for this year (paid in advance, credit card ), I wonder how that will play out .[/size]
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