Applications for alabama alligator season tags must be made online through the outdoor alabama website outdoor alabama alligator hunt. This online service is provided by alabama interactive, llc, a third party, working under a contract awarded and administered by alabama s department of finance as authorized under contract number ma 999 17000000171. Visit ratworks gator hunt equipment click here we will be happy to outfit you for your hunt. Be sure to visit the conservation and natural resources website for additional information. It is important to hunt with an experienced guide that knows the proper techniques, is aware of the laws, and knows what to do if things go in the alligator s favor. Alabama residents who have participated in the states alligator hunting seasons in the past will find several changes for the 2014 season. Alabama hunting seasons, 20192020 hunting season hq. Alabama alligator hunt registration opens june 4 waay. The american alligator alligator mississippiensis is a conservation success story. Daytime and nighttime alligator hunts are available seven days a week, yearround, and. The first hunt zone will be in baldwin and mobile counties north of i10 and portions of washington, clarke, and monroe counties. The statewide alligator hunting season begins on august 15 and ends on the morning of november 1. Learn more about new hunting rules for 20192020, including changes to deer hunting regulations.
Chris nix, alabama wildlife and freshwater fisheries alligator program coordinator, said the 2018 alligator season parameters are the same as last year with 260 total tags statewide 150 in. We will transport your gators to our processor, buy your gators from you, or trade your gators for high classic gator leather. Recordbreaking alligator hunting season video abc news. The american alligator is the largest reptile in north america and can exceed 14 feet in length and 1,000 pounds. Local outdoor enthusiast and host of gettin outdoors radio with big daddy lawler, james lawler, has been able to maintain the same excitement and passion towards these hunts as hes ever been. Alabama s alligator population has grown to the extent that they pose a nuisance in many areas. Gator hunting season set for start in south alabama news. Nonresidents may only participate as alligator hunting assistants see license requirements. Registration underway for alligator hunting season the selma.
A hunting season for american alligator alligator mississippiensis will be open in five hunt zones of alabama. Changes for alabamas 2014 alligator hunting season. All persons in the boat must have a hunting license. The largest alligator harvested on official record was harvested in alabama.
The alabama state record alligator was taken by keith fancher of sterrett, alabama measuring 14feet, 2 inches and weighing in at 838 pounds. Applicants who are awarded a statewide alligator hunt permit will. Seasons and regulations louisiana department of wildlife. Only residents and lifetime license holders of the state of alabama who are 16 years of age or older may apply for an alligator possession tag see license.
Its alligator hunting season in alabama for those hunters who got a tag randomly drawn by computer. Purchase alligator application from may 31st to june 6th. Check out the catch from this years alabama gator hunt. Known for some of the most liberal bag limits in the country. Alligator hunting, research, and management louisiana.
Registration for alligator hunting tags is now open alabama. Additionally, licensed nuisance alligator agenttrappers annually remove about 450 alligators in the state. Before you obtain one, you will need to apply for permits. The reptiles age was speculated to be very old, probably in the 50s. Registration underway for alligator hunting season the. Chris nix, alabama wildlife and freshwater fisheries alligator program coordinator, said the 2018 alligator season parameters are the same as last year with 260 total tags. So, hunters with private land have a slight edge on those out hunting on public waters. Due to loss of habitat and unregulated market hunting, alligators were reduced to low numbers by the early 1900s. Alligator hunters down south patrolling the wears for giant beasts of the bayou landing huge recordsetting monsters like. The alabama department of conservation and natural resources adcnr announced today that alabama s second regulated alligator hunting season will expand to include more dates and two hunt locations. Alabama lifetime license holders may apply for an alligator possession tag even if they have moved out of the state. The statewide nuisance alligator program is reserved for those commissioned by the fwc to remove nuisance alligators threatening the populated areas of floridas swamp region.
Alabama hunters harvested 144 alligators during the 2018 seasons this past summer and fall, with the heaviest weighing in at 700 pounds. State regulations are determined by the alabama department of conservation and natural resources hunting \ game species. History channels popular tv show, swamp people, has spurred an interest in gator hunting throughout the country. Everything you need to plan your hunting trips, from maps to regulations and beyond. Dallas county is in the west central alabama zone along with wilcox county. Only persons eligible to hunt as residents of the state of alabama who are 16 years of age or older or current holders of an alabama lifetime hunting license may apply for an alligator possession tag. Transcript for recordbreaking alligator hunting season look at this. Alligators may be harvested between official sunrise and sunset only. Contact us to find out more about our alligator hunting packages. Alligator hunting season in alabama is quickly approaching and registration for tag applications is already underway. Alligators can be hunted during the special alligator season which is by special permit only see the hunting season dates and bag limits rule 2202.
Implementing a regulated alligator hunt on a small scale is an important step toward controlling. There are no size restrictions on wild alligators taken during the general open season. We will provide a complete package, in writing, which includes guide, equipment, vessel, light snacks and soda. Alabama hunting seasons, 20192020 alabama offers a variety of game for hunters including alligator, deer, turkey and quail. Hunters have small window to hunt the biggest gator they. These trophy gator hunts are three days or two nights. You can purchase your alligator application and choose the zone you wish to hunt online, at any location that sells ms hunting fishing licenses, and by phone 18005gohunt. Alligator hunting season heres everything ya need to. Alligator hunting season in coastal alabama officially kicks off thursday night and runs through the weekend here on the gulf coast. Those lucky enough to draw a tag for alabama s 2018 season will soon head out into the rivers, bays and bayous in search of an american alligator.
Our florida alligator hunting experience includes a private guide, loaner weapons, skinning, and we guarantee youll get an alligator in the sizerange your reserve. Comprised of three alligator farmers, three coastal landowners, and three alligator hunters, the council works within ldwf to promote sustainable use of louisianas alligator resource and to ensure wise management of the species and its habitat. Experienced anglers, rookies and spectators are in anticipation of another season trying to see who can bring in the biggest gator. The alabama wildlife and fisheries division shared photos of the most recent hunt to facebook friday. Alabama alligator hunting season expanded big game hunt. The first hunt will be in baldwin and mobile counties and portions of washington, clarke, and monroe counties. Note that the said prices are applicable for the entire hunting season, which typically lasts for 4 months. Due to loss of habitat and unregulated market hunting, alligators were. Permit numbers are greatly limited in alabama and depending on where your permit is, the season will vary greatly.
In 2006, alabama opened its first alligator season in nearly 70 years. Alabama alligator season opens this week the rogue. Season dates and bag limits for waterfowl and other migratory birds. In addition, those wanting to apply for a tag need to be either an alabama resident or an alabama lifetime license holder who is 16yearsold or. Only residents and lifetime license holders of the state of alabama who are 16 years of age or older may apply for an alligator possession tag see license requirements. Last years firstever regulated alligator hunt in alabama was a tremendous success, said commissioner m.
Except when engaged in hunting, it is against the law to intentionally feed a freeranging alligator. Alligators dont chew their food but swallow it whole or in large chunks. In florida, southern alabama, mississippi, louisiana and texas, the state game management has had seasons and been issuing permits or tags for hunting the big ones. Thanks to the efforts of conservationists and state wildlife agencies, alligators were listed as endangered. Alabama hunting seasons not only differ around the state, but individual counties may have their own season start and end dates, as well as bag limits. Hunting alligators in alabama made headlines when a 1,011pound worldrecord gator was taken in august 2014 by permitholder mandy stokes and her team of hunters. Georgias flourishing alligator population is managed through a regulated hunting season. All alabama hunting and boating regulations must be followed. First, for the first eight years the season has been.
Montgomery, al wsfa gator season is underway in alabama. Seasons, dates and bag limits do not apply to wildlife management areas. See seasons and bag limits section for information. Basically, it is a proof of sorts that youre legally hunting gators. We hunt on a private reservoir in venus, which is a small town located in central florida. However, only one gator can exceed the seven foot mark. The reptiles ranged in size from 7 feet, 7 inches to 12 feet, 4 inches. Chris nix, alabama wildlife and freshwater fisheries alligator program coordinator, said the 2018 alligator season parameters are the same as last year with 260 total tags statewide 150 in the southwest zone, 50 in the west central zone, 40 in the southeast zone and 20 in the lake eufaula zone. For the southwest zone, the season is broken into two sections, from the second thursday in august to the second sunday. Registration for alabamas 2019 gator hunting season. The daily and season quota is equal to the number of alligator tags that a licensed alligator hunter possesses. Alligators may be taken under any resident or nonresident hunting license except for a nonresident spring turkey license and a nonresident banded bird hunting license. The 2018 alligator season limits are the same as last year, with 260 total tags issued. During the initial season, 46 alabama hunters including five women bagged 40 gators.
I have read the 2020 alligator hunting season regulations and application instructions. A total of 260 tags were issued in the four hunting zones. Alabama offers a variety of game for hunters including alligator, deer, turkey and quail. A hunting season for american alligator alligator mississippiensis will be open in three areas of alabama. Alligator hunting season in alabama outdoor alabama. First alligator of the season in alabama caught news. Alligator hunting season remains popular in the state of alabama. Mississippis alligator season runs from august 30 to september 9 for public lands and august 30 to september 23 for private lands. Nonresidents may only participate as alligator hunting assistants. Alligators can be taken with rifles, bows or harpoons night. Registration for alligator hunting tags is now open. We are located 45 minutes southeast of orlando, florida, and serve guests from all.
Dallas county is in the west central alabama zone along with wilcox county and monroe county. The first four weeks of the season are divided into four quota weeks, and each permit is assigned one of those weeks. The alabama department of conservation and natural resources will open up online registration for the states annual alligator hunt. Luckily, if youre an alabama resident whos interested in giving alligator hunting a. Alabamas new world record alligator unveiled hunt forever. The alabama department of conservation and natural resources will open up online registration for the states annual alligator hunt next week.