DNR Managed Lands Licensing Information

Required Licenses for Hunting Big Game in the State of South Carolina

Big Game includes deer, turkey and bear

• The License year runs from July 1 through June 30 of the following year.
• Hunters born after June 30th, 1979, must complete the Hunter Education Course
• For hunter education information, please call toll free # 800-277-4301
• You must present your Hunter Education Card when buying a license
• Purchase a license by telephone 24 hours a day 7 days a week, please call 1-866-714-3611
• Purchase your license online