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Yukon Hunting Regulations
Regulations
The 2008-2009 Yukon Hunting Regulations Summary is in effect until July 31, 2009. The 2009-2010 Yukon Hunting Regulations Summary will be released in mid-July 2009.
- 2008-2009 Yukon Hunting Regulations Summary - English
5.1 MB / French 3 MB - 2008-2009 Yukon Hunting Regulation Summary Maps - Map 1 7.2 MB and Map 2 6.9MB
- Listing of locations where print versions available
Permit Hunt Applications
2009-2010 Permit Hunt Applications are now available at Environment Yukon offices. This Year's Permit Hunt Application deadlines is Friday, June 19, 4:45pm. Apply early, avoid last minute lineups.
Specific subzone details for each species are available on the "Permit Hunt Authorization Data Sheet" English 30 KB / French 30 KB.
Proposals for an elk hunt are still under consideration at this time. Details will be announced when they are available.
For more information, phone your local Environment Yukon office or the main office in Whitehorse at 667-5652. Outside Whitehorse call 1-800-661-0408 (Ext 5652).
Important Changes for 2008-2009
Bison and Elk Hunts
Details on the 2008–09 bison hunt were in development at the time the Regulations Summary was published but are now available on-line. While elk have been removed from the list of Specially Protected Wildlife and added to the list of Big Game Animals, it was decided after the publication date that there would not be a hunt in 2008-09.
New Deadlines for filing Kill Reports and Biological Submissions
Kill reports and biological submissions for all species are now due no later than 15 days after the end of the month in which the animal was killed. Everyone who kills a moose or caribou MUST report the kill to an Environment Yukon office no later than 15 days after the end of the month in which the moose or caribou was killed. Click here for more information on the Arctic Moose and Caribou Contaminants Program and a short video on how to collect samples.
New Deadlines for Permit Holders to file Hunt Reports
Permit holders are subject to the hunt reporting requirements listed on the permit. Permit hunters are required to report their kill no later than 15 days after the end of the month in which the animal was killed. If they were not successful then they must file a report no later than 10 days after the end of the season specified on the permit. Season closures may differ between permit areas so be sure to read the instructions on the back of the permit.
Changes to Compulsory Submission Requirements
New Deadline for Bison, Sheep, Goats, Deer and Bears
Compulsory submissions for bison, sheep, goats, deer and bears must be submitted no later than 15 days after the end of the month in which the animal was killed, or at the request of a Conservation Officer.
New Evidence of Sex Requirements for Caribou
Regulations now require hunters to retain the mammary glands attached to the carcass or the penis, testicles or scrotum attached to the carcass as evidence of sex and species for caribou.
Deer
The compulsory biological submission -- the incisor bar and the antlers with all or part of the skull attached – is unchanged from last year.
Grizzly Bears
Regulations now require hunters to retain the complete skull of a grizzly bear plus, if it is a female, the vulva attached to the hide or, if it is a male, the baculum attached to the hide or the penis sheath and scrotum attached to the hide as evidence of sex and species. These parts must be retained until they have been inspected by a Conservation Officer. If a non-resident hunter fails to deliver the male parts specified, the bear shall be deemed to be a female and the higher harvest fee will be charged.
Black Bears
When you kill a black bear, you must deliver the complete skull to a Conservation Officer or wildlife technician not later than 15 days after the end of the month in which the black bear was killed or upon the request of a Conservation Officer
How to File Your Report
When you come into the office, or report by telephone, our staff will fill out a form and record the species, sex, location and date of your kill. Please ensure that you have the kill location, sex of the animal, date and your hunting licence and seal numbers readily available for reference. Reporting only takes a few minutes of your time.
When your permit requires a biological submission, you should
deliver it directly to an Environment Yukon office.
Advisories for 2008 - 2009
Ethel and McQuesten Lake Moose Permits No Longer Required
The requirement for hunters to receive a permit to hunt moose in the Ethel and McQuesten Lakes area has been rescinded. However, the voluntary no-hunting request for McQuesten Lake is still in place.
Managing the Harvest of the Hart River Caribou Herd
To manage the harvest of the Hart River Caribou herd, an emergency closure for hunting may be put in place on or after November 1. Check the Dempster Highway Hunting web page for current information.
Sheep Hunting in the Richardson Mountains
The issuance of two permits for sheep in the Richardson Mountains remains suspended for the 2008 season.
Bag Limit for Wolves Increased for Resident Hunters
The bag limit for wolves has been increased from three to seven for resident hunters.
Collared Wildlife
Environment Yukon has increased its inventory research work in the past year and has fitted many animals with radio and satellite tracking collars across the territory.
While it is unlawful to hunt collared wildlife, it can happen in error. If this should happen to you, report it immediately to a Conservation Officer or Wildlife Technician at the nearest Environment Yukon office. If the collar is returned to Environment Yukon, no offence has been committed.
Hunters are cautioned about eating the meat of a collared animal as the drugs used in some captures are not approved for human consumption or require time to metabolize out of the meat.
If you harvest a collared animal, contact Environment Yukon to return the collar and to provide the serial or ear-tag number. Biologists will be able to inform you whether the meat can be safely consumed.
Tularemia Health Warning
Hunters and trappers should be aware of a disease called Tularemia that is caused by bacteria found in contaminated surface water. It can also be acquired by the handling of hares, beavers, muskrats and some other mammals. Click here for more information.
Donate Your Horns and Antlers
Environment Yukon accepts donations of unwanted horns and antlers. They can be used in the department’s educational initiatives or sold in the annual Pelt/Hide Horn/Antler Auction with the net proceeds of the sale going directly into the Conservation Fund.
The auction provides carvers and other craftspeople with the raw materials they need to create truly Yukon products. Once the Conservation Fund has grown big enough, groups and organizations will be able to apply for financial support for their projects.
Donation is one way Yukon hunters can clean out their sheds while contributing to conservation and the arts. Horns and antlers can be dropped off at any Environment Yukon office. The auction takes place each November.
Contact Client ServicesEnvironment Yukon Government of Yukon Box 2703 (V-3A) Phone: 867-667-5652
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