Apply Now: 2025 Idaho Disabled Veterans Big Game Hunt
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is accepting applications for the 2025 Disabled Veterans Special Big Game Hunt. This program offers disabled veterans a chance to hunt big game like deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, black bear, or mountain lion in Idaho.
Application Period:
- Start Date: January 2, 2025
- End Date: January 31, 2025
Eligibility Criteria:
- Residency: Must be an Idaho resident.
- Disability Rating: Must have a disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Application Process:
- Obtain Application: Download the application form from the IDVS website.
- Submission Methods:
- Mail: Send to Idaho Division of Veterans Services, Attn: Disabled Veterans Special Big Game Hunt, 351 Collins Road, Boise, Idaho 83702.
- Fax: 208-780-1301
- Email: idvs@veterans.idaho.gov
Selection Process:
A committee will review all applications. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game provides five tags each year:
- IDVS Sponsorship: The top two candidates sponsored by IDVS will receive tags.
- Other Organizations: The remaining three tags will go to candidates sponsored by other qualified organizations.
Benefits for Selected Participants:
- Licensing Exemption: Selected veterans do not need standard hunting licenses.
- Complimentary Tag: The big game tag is free.
Important Considerations:
- Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: This program offers a unique hunting experience for disabled veterans.
- Application Deadline: Submit your application by January 31, 2025, to be considered.
Additional Resources:
- For more information and to get the application form, visit the IDVS official announcement.
- For questions, contact IDVS at 208-780-1300 or email idvs@veterans.idaho.gov.
This program shows Idaho’s commitment to honoring and supporting its disabled veterans by giving them meaningful hunting opportunities. We encourage all eligible veterans to apply and enjoy this special experience.
Note: All personal information submitted will be kept confidential and used only by the selection committee.