Those looking to take part in Pennsylvania’s 2015 elk hunt must apply by next week.
The deadline to enter the annual drawing is July 31st and applicants must pay a $10.70 non-refundable application fee to be entered.
“We have world-class elk here, and being selected for a license to hunt them represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough said. “But you have to submit an application for a chance to take part and, remember, the clock is ticking.”
The drawing will be held Aug. 15 in Benezette, Pa. as part of the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Elk Expo.
Game commission officials say this year’s drawing provides a greater opportunity for hunters to obtain an elk license. There are 116 licenses for sale, up from 108 last season.
Applications can be submitted anywhere hunting licenses are sold, or online at the Game Commission’s website, www.pgc.state.pa.us. Perhaps the easiest way to submit an online application is by clicking on the “Elk Hunting” icon on the website’s homepage.
Those who enter the drawing but are not selected to purchase an elk license still benefit by increasing their chances to be selected in coming years.
Written By: Kayla Molczan
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