photo of a moose in a forest.

Photo credit: J.B Dawson

Moose seasons

Moose tags are valid only for the Wildlife Management Unit, moose type(s) and season(s) indicated on the tag. A bull tag or a cow/calf tag valid for the bows only season (a “bow tag”) is valid only during the bows only season. A bull tag or a cow/calf tag valid for the every firearm/”gun” season is valid only during that season. Calf tags are valid for the full length of the moose hunting season(s) in the WMU they are issued for (in both the bows only and “gun” seasons).

Rifles, shotguns, muzzle-loading guns and bows
(the "gun" seasons when "gun tags" are valid)

Wildlife Management UnitResident – Open seasonNon-resident – Open season
1A, 1C, 1D, 16–17, 25September 14 to December 15September 16 to November 15
2-4, 18A, 18BOctober 5 to December 15October 7 to November 15
5, 6, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 11A, 11B, 12–15, 19, 21A, 21BOctober 12 to December 15October 14 to November 15
22, 23, 28–42October 12 to November 15October 14 to November 15
24, 27October 5 to November 15October 7 to November 15
26September 14 to October 31September 16 to October 31
46–50, 53–63October 21 to October 27None

Note: The hunting of predominantly white-coloured moose (over 50% white) is not permitted in WMUs 30 and 31.

Bows and muzzle-loading guns only
(seasons when bows and muzzle-loading guns only tags are valid)

Wildlife Management UnitResident – open seasonNon-resident – open season
7AOctober 12 to December 15October 14 to November 15
18BSeptember 14 to October 4September 14 to October 4

Bows only
(season when "bow tags" are valid)

Wildlife Management UnitResident – open seasonNon-resident – open season
2–4, 18A, 24, 27September 14 to October 4September 14 to October 4
5, 6, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 11A, 11B, 12–15, 19, 21–23, 28–33, 35–42September 21 to October 11September 21 to October 11
46–50, 53–63October 5 to October 11none

Note: The hunting of predominantly white-coloured moose (over 50% white) is not permitted in WMUs 30 and 31.

Resident seasons with controlled hunter numbers

Wildlife Management UnitResident – open seasonFirearm typeRestrictions
11BSeptember 21 to October 11Rifles, shotguns,
muzzle-loading guns
For hunters with a lower limb
disability (see notes below).
65October 5 to October 7Bows onlyFor hunters with a lower limb
disability (see notes below). See notes on
WMU 65 below.
65October 8 to October 14Bows onlySee notes on WMU 65 below.

Moose hunting requirements

Anyone wishing to hunt moose in Ontario must have the following:

  • Outdoors Card
  • moose licence listed on your licence summary
  • moose tag (valid for the appropriate season/firearm, area, and type of moose), or be party hunting with a person who has a valid moose tag
  • proof of firearms accreditation if you are hunting with a gun

Reminders

Applying to the moose tag allocation process does not provide you with a moose licence. To party hunt with a tag holder you must purchase a moose licence prior to your hunt. In order to hold a moose tag you must purchase a moose licence.

A moose licence does not include a calf tag. WMU-specific calf tags can be applied for through the allocation process described under the points-based moose tag allocation process section and at Points-based moose tag allocation process.

Tag types are:

  • bull tags valid only for harvest of a bull moose and specific to a WMU and season (such as bows only season)
  • cow/calf tags valid for either a cow or a calf moose and specific to a WMU and season (such as gun season)
  • calf tags valid only for the harvest of a calf moose and specific to a WMU and all seasons (such as both the bows only and gun seasons)

Moose hunting regulations

Tagging and transporting

Go to the tags section for details on tagging and transporting. Additional information on shipping and exporting can be found in the general regulations section.

Mandatory hunting reporting

There is a mandatory hunter reporting requirement for all moose licence holders. Go to the mandatory hunter reporting section for details on timelines and how to submit your report.

Firearms

Big game, including moose, may only be hunted with a firearm (includes bows). When hunting moose, you may only use or carry a firearm of the type (rifle, shotgun, bow or muzzle-loading gun) permitted for hunting moose at that time in that WMU. For example, when hunting moose during a bows only season, you may only use and carry a bow. Specifications on the firearms, ammunition, arrows and broadheads that are permitted when hunting moose are found in general regulations section.

Party hunting for moose

Party hunting is permitted during the open season for moose under a set of specific conditions. The list of conditions is listed in the general regulations section.

To party hunt on a moose tag from a tourist outfitter, you must be a registered guest of the outfitter. Go to the hunting with a tourist outfitter section.

Moose hunting in WMU 65

In WMU 65 there are no dogs allowed. Hunters wishing to hunt moose in WMU 65 are required to obtain written landowner permission. Hunters must have a tag specifically validated for WMU 65 or have a partner permit (in addition to their moose licence) that is associated with the hunter who has a tag validated for WMU 65. Contact Kemptville work centre at 613-258-8204 for additional details.

Opportunities for moose hunters with lower limb disabilities

Hunters with disabilities may apply for a moose tag in any WMU, however there are two WMUs (11B and 65) that offer seasons specifically for resident moose hunters with lower limb disabilities. Hunters who qualify for these seasons are people who:

  • are paraplegic or hemiplegic
  • have a single, above the knee, lower limb amputation, or a double, below the waist amputation
  • have a severe disability and cannot hunt without the use of a wheelchair (or similar means of locomotion). These cases require a medical certificate

Qualified hunters wishing to take part should apply for a tag in the points-based allocation process. Such applications will be considered like any other; there are no separate quotas.

For more information regarding WMU 11B, please contact Thunder Bay work centre at 807-475-1471. For more information regarding WMU 65, please contact the Kemptville work centre at 613-258-8204.

Points-based moose tag allocation process

Overview

  • Moose tags are distributed to Ontario residents using a points-based process.
  • The process includes two stages with different application periods, the:
    • primary allocation stage
    • second chance allocation stage
  • Hunters awarded a tag in either stage will decide whether to claim it before the respective tag claim deadline.
  • The minimum points required to be awarded each tag type and whether tags remain available beyond the first choice is not set in advance, but is determined solely by how many hunters choose each tag type relative to the quota and their points.
  • Go to what to consider when you apply for information about last year’s allocation results.

Primary allocation stage

Tag quotas and hunt codes are available at moose tag quotas and hunt codes or by calling 1-800-288-1155. Hunt codes are also available on Tag allocation process hunt codes.

Review quotas and apply: April 1 to April 30

  • April 1: the ministry publishes tag quotas for the primary allocation stage and the application period opens.
  • Hunter pays $15 application fee.
  • Hunter can make up to three choices for a tag type:
    • Wildlife Management Unit
    • moose type
    • season/firearm type
    • Go to reminders for information on tag types. You can apply for a point directly by selecting WMU “99Z” (hunt code "999") as your first choice rather than applying for a tag. You will be allowed to change your mind and apply for a tag in the second chance allocation stage. Complete your application by April 30 for the primary allocation stage. Hunters are encouraged to apply early in the application period and make sure to keep record of their application receipt or confirmation number for reference.
  • You can apply online at Fish and Wildlife Licensing Service, by calling the automated phone line at 1-800-288-1155 or in person at a licence issuer or participating ServiceOntario.
  • Go to the How to apply to a big game draw section and service options for more information.

How it works

Each tag type is allocated separately in a series of up to 3 steps.

  1. Each tag type will be allocated to the hunters with the most points who selected that tag type as their first choice.
    • For example, all first-choice applicants for a given tag type will be ordered by their points. Tags will be awarded in descending order from highest to lowest points.
  2. If tags remain available, the applicants with the most points that selected that tag type as their second choice will be awarded tags.
  3. If tags are still available, this process will be repeated for third-choice applicants.

A random draw will be used to break ties when there are more applicants with the same points than the number of tags that remain available.

Check primary allocation results and claim tag: May 16 to June 7

  • Allocation results for the primary allocation will be available May 16.
  • Check if you were awarded a tag online at Fish and Wildlife Licensing Service or by calling the automated phone line at 1-800-288-1155.
  • Claim your tag before the deadline on June 7 by buying your moose licence and purchasing your tag. See section on fees.
  • Your points will reset to zero when you claim a tag awarded in the primary allocation stage.
  • You can claim your tag by purchasing a moose licence and your tag online, by phone or at a licence issuer or participating ServiceOntario.
  • You must claim your tag by June 7 for it to be issued to you. Unclaimed tags will be made available for other hunters to apply for in the second chance allocation stage.
  • There is currently no penalty for not claiming a tag.
  • Hunters who choose not to claim a tag or who are unsuccessful in the primary allocation stage can apply to the second chance allocation stage without paying a second application fee.

Second chance allocation stage

Apply: June 15 to July 8

  • On June 15 the ministry publishes the remaining number of tags available for the second chance allocation stage and the second chance application period opens.
  • Numbers of tags remaining available can be accessed at moose tag quotas and hunt codes or by calling 1-800-288-1155. Hunt codes for remaining tag types will remain unchanged between stages.
  • Tags available will include those that weren’t applied for or went unclaimed in the primary allocation stage.
  • Hunters can submit a new application to the second chance allocation stage unless they already claimed a tag in the primary allocation stage. Your previous choices will not automatically carry forward to the second chance allocation.
  • Hunters can again make up to three choices for a tag type.
  • Hunters can select WMU “99Z” (hunt code "999") as their first choice if they do not wish to be awarded a tag based on points. They can also enter a second or third choice for a tag awarded by random draw.

How it works

  • Like the primary allocation stage, tags will be awarded to the first-choice applicants with the most points.
  • If tags remain available, a random draw will be used to allocate tags among hunters who applied for that tag type as their second choice.
  • If tags are still available, a random draw will be used to allocate tags among hunters who applied for that tag type as their third choice.

Check second chance allocation results and claim tag: August 1 to end of season

  • Allocation results for the second chance allocation will be available August 1.
  • You can choose to claim your tag after August 1 and before the end of the relevant season by buying your moose licence and paying for your tag.
  • You can claim your tag by purchasing a moose licence and your tag online or at a licence issuer or participating ServiceOntario.
  • Your points reset to zero if you claim a tag you were awarded from your first choice in the second chance allocation stage. If you applied to WMU “99Z” or you chose to claim a tag from your second or third choice you will retain your points and gain a point.

Draw history and points

Your points from the past moose tag draw

Your current points may reflect points you gained based on your draw history from 1993 through 2020. Go to points-based moose tag allocation process for more information.

Your points under the tag allocation process

Under the points-based allocation process, a hunter will accumulate a single point in any year they apply to one or both allocation stages, if they don’t claim a tag awarded based on points.

If you claim a tag awarded based on points from the primary allocation or the first choice of the second chance allocation, your points will reset to zero (early next year).

You will retain your points and will gain a point (early next year) if you claim a tag awarded to you on either your second or third tag choices in the second chance allocation.

You can accumulate a single point per year without being considered for a tag by selecting WMU “99Z” with your first choice in either the primary or second chance allocation.

Obtaining a moose tag from a tourist outfitter will not affect your points. You cannot hold more than one moose tag per year. Your points are available through your online account at Fish and Wildlife Licensing Service or by calling the automated phone line at 1-800-288-1155. Please note ServiceOntaio and licence issuers are not able to access your points for you.

Northern Ontario preference point

Northern Ontario resident hunters will receive a small preference by receiving one additional point (non-accumulating) in choices they enter for a northern WMU (WMUs 1–42). This small preference replaced the northern resident draw.

Tag transfers

Moose tag transfers are no longer permitted. In exceptional circumstances such as injury, illness or death of the tag holder or an immediate family member; or redeployment by the Canadian Armed Forces, a tag transfer may be considered with written request and documentation. If necessary, please contact the Natural Resource Information and Support Centre at NRISC@ontario.ca.

Important dates for moose hunters

Dates subject to change beyond 2024.

  • April 1 to April 30: apply to the primary allocation stage
  • May 16 to June 7: claim tags awarded in the primary allocation stage
  • May 16: moose licences become available for purchase
  • June 15 to July 8: apply to the second chance allocation stage
  • August 1 to end of season: claim tags awarded in the second chance allocation stage
  • August 20: tags available to print until end of season

Hunter reporting deadlines

  • November 22: non-resident moose hunter report for tourist outfitter deadline
  • December 22: resident moose tag holder report for tourist outfitter deadline
  • December 29: moose hunter report deadline

Important dates calendar. Text version is above the image.

Service options for moose hunters

Moose tag allocation process service options

ServiceOnlineAutomated phone line: 1-800-288-1155Participating ServiceOntario or licence issuer
Learn tag quotasmoose tag quotas and hunt codesYesNo
Apply for a moose tagontario.ca/HuntandFishYesYes
Check resultsontario.ca/HuntandFishYesNo
Claim your moose tagontario.ca/HuntandFish
  • Yes — primary allocation
  • No — second chance
Yes
Print your moose tagontario.ca/HuntandFishNoYes

For step-by-step instructions

  1. Visit Fish and Wildlife Licensing Service
  2. Go to Helpful links
  3. Go to Tips to get started
  4. Choose:
    • how to set up your online account
    • how to view your draw entry and results (includes draw history)
    • how to view your moose points
    • how to apply to the moose tag allocation process
    • how to claim your moose tag

Learn more about what to consider when you apply and at points-based moose tag allocation process.

For inquiries contact the Natural Resources Information and Support Centre by email NRISC@ontario.ca or phone 1-800-387-7011.

Moose hunting fees

Hunters pay an application fee to apply to the allocation process, instead of having to purchase a licence to apply. Hunters only need to purchase a moose licence before claiming a tag or party hunting with a tag holder. Go to the application fee, licence fee and tag fees.

Additional moose hunting regulations for non-residents

Non-resident moose hunters can only hunt moose:

  • during an open non-resident moose season
  • as a registered guest of a tourist outfitter hunting on a tag issued to them or a party member by the tourist outfitter
  • by party hunting on a tag issued through the moose tag allocation process to an immediate relative who is an Ontario resident, and only on that tag

A non-resident may not party hunt on a tag issued through the moose tag allocation process to an Ontario resident that is not their immediate relative. Immediate relative means grandparent, parent, spouse, child, sibling or grandchild (including equivalent step-family relationships). An attestation statement verifying the immediate relative relationship must be completed by the non-resident online or in-person at a licence issuer or participating ServiceOntario location at the time the non-resident moose licence for an immediate relative is purchased.

Non-residents are required to have hunter accreditation that is recognized by Ontario – refer to the hunting licence information section for more details.

Non-residents must employ one licensed guide for each two hunters when hunting moose in the Territorial District of Rainy River. WMUs with moose hunting seasons in the Territorial District of Rainy River are: 9B, 11A and parts of 7B and 12B (see WMU 3 map).

Hunting with a tourist outfitter

Residents and non-residents can acquire a hunt that includes a tag from a tourist outfitter. A hunter can only acquire a tag through an outfitter if they haven’t already been issued a tag for that year. You must have a valid Outdoors Card before a tourist outfitter can request the moose tag on your behalf. Outfitters will provide further instruction to prospective clients on the steps that must be taken to purchase a moose licence and the tag from the ministry before arriving at the outfitter. The outfitter can only provide the tag once the client has paid for the tag. The moose tag fees apply to both residents and non-residents.

Any hunter who receives a tag from an outfitter or is hunting in a party with another hunter who receives a tag from an outfitter must have a moose licence and be a registered guest of the outfitter. Each registered guest must and carry documentation provided by the outfitter to verify this (in addition to their Outdoors Card, moose licence and tag if applicable).

How to properly identify a moose before you shoot

As a moose hunter, you are responsible for properly identifying your target and only harvesting a moose that you or a person you are party hunting with has a valid tag for. Evaluating multiple physical characteristics of the moose will better enable you to correctly identify the age or sex of the moose before harvesting it. If in doubt, do not shoot.

An adult moose (cow or bull) is a moose that is at least 1 year old at the time of the hunt. A calf moose is a moose that is less than 1 year old at the time of the hunt.

Identifying a bull:

  • antlers
  • often darker face
  • often larger bell
  • no vulva patch

Bull moose may lose their antlers before the end of the hunting season. A bull tag is still required to harvest a bull moose with or without antlers. Note the location where antlers detach and grow from (pedicle).

Identifying a cow:

  • long bulbous nose
  • curved hump
  • muscular body
  • vulva patch (cows only)
  • height: 6 feet (1.8 metres)

These characteristics are in comparison to a calf.

Identifying a calf:

  • shorter nose
  • sharp hump
  • more leg than body
  • height: 4 feet (1.2 metres)

Calf moose are seldom alone.

Go to How to properly identify moose before hunting for more information on the difference between cow moose and calf moose.

Last year’s moose tag allocation process results

  • 84,506 hunters applied
  • 16,408 tags were available in the primary allocation
  • 9,675 tags were available in the second chance allocation

14,912 tags were awarded overall, including:

  • 99% of bull tags
  • 89% of cow/calf tags
  • 86% of calf tags

Of the applicants awarded tags:

  • 11% were awarded by random draw (points not applicable (N/A))
  • 44% had 0–4 points
  • 26% had 5–9 points
  • 10% had 10–14 points
  • 6% had 15–19 points
  • 3% had 20–24 points
  • 1% had 25–30 points

The average minimum points required for a tag in 2023 decreased by 0.3 points in the primary allocation (7.1 to 6.8) and decreased by 0.2 points in the second chance allocation (6.3 to 6.5) compared to 2022.

Of the tags awarded in the primary allocation, those awarded to first-choice applicants (Choice 1) included:

  • 99% of bull tags
  • 87% of cow/calf tags
  • 72% of calf tags

Of the tags awarded in the second chance allocation, those awarded to first-choice applicants (Choice 1) included:

  • 94% of bull tags
  • 75% of cow/calf tags
  • 54% of calf tags

The overall percentage of awarded tags that were claimed:

  • 82% of bull tags
  • 74% of cow/calf tags
  • 71% of calf tags

Tags awarded by points of applicants

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Last years moose tag allocation results with a bar graph for tags awarded by points of applicants from 2022 to 2023.

Tags awarded by points of applicants in 2023. Most tags were awarded to applicants with relatively few points.

Change in minimum points required

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Last years moose tag allocation results with a bar graph for the change in points required from 2022 to 2023

Change in minimum points required (MPR) 2022 to 2023 (primary allocation). Being awarded most tag types required the same number of points (change in MPR = 0) or required fewer points (change < 0) in 2023 compared to 2022.

Refer to what to consider when you apply for more information on last year’s moose tag allocation process results.

What to consider when you apply

  • Last year’s minimum points required for each tag type in the primary and second chance allocation stages is available in the tables. The minimum points required may vary from year to year based on tag quotas and the number of points of each applicant.
  • There is no guarantee you will be awarded a tag if you have the minimum points required for a tag last year. This information is provided to help hunters understand when you may have enough points for your preferred tag type and to apply strategically.
  • For most tag types a tie-breaking random draw was required to award the remaining tags among applicants that were tied at the minimum points required. You may have had the same number of points as the minimum points required but were unsuccessful in a tie-breaking random draw.
  • Your second choice will not be considered for a tag type where all available tags were awarded to first-choice applicants, regardless of how many points you have. For second choices to be considered, all of the first-choice applicants for that tag type need to have been awarded tags.
  • Similarly, your third choice will not be considered for a tag type where all available tags were awarded to first- or second-choice applicants, regardless of how many points you have. For third choices to be considered, all of the first- and second-choice applicants for that tag type need to have been awarded tags.
  • If you are awarded a tag on your first choice, then your second and third choices are not considered in that allocation stage. Similarly, if you are awarded a tag on your second choice, your third choice is not considered in that allocation stage.
  • The results tables can also be used to predict which tag types may remain available for second and third choices in either allocation stage. Minimum points required values with a 2 indicate that there were tags still available after all first-choice applicants had been awarded a tag. These are the tag types most likely to be available when considering second- and third-choices. Tag types without an asterisk had all available tags awarded to first-choice applicants. If you desire one of these tag types, you should select it as your first choice.
  • Your first, second and third choices of the primary allocation, and your first choice of the second chance allocation will require you to use all of your points to claim a tag. Your second and third choices of the second chance allocation do not require you to use your points to claim a tag.
  • Consider other hunters when applying to the second chance allocation. A tag you are awarded in the primary allocation that you choose not to claim will be made available in the second chance allocation, but being awarded a tag in the second chance allocation that you don’t claim removes that hunting opportunity from other hunters and may mean they miss the moose hunt entirely. Please don't apply for a tag you won't claim.
  • If you are not willing to use your points on a tag in the second chance allocation, then you can apply to WMU “99Z” (hunt code “999”) with your first choice and still enter a second (and third) choice.
  • Learn more about what to consider when you apply at points-based moose tag allocation process.
  • More detailed moose tag allocation results are available through moose in Ontario.

Notes for tables of last year’s tag allocation results

  • WMUs not listed did not have a quota of that type last year.
  • Second chance minimum points required is not applicable (N/A) where there were no second chance tags available.
  • The minimum points required values include the Northern Ontario preference point.
  •   tag types that were available after all first-choice applicants had been awarded a tag.
  • Values without a footnote had all available tags awarded to first-choice applicants.
  • For WMU 18B “bow” tags are for the bows and muzzle-loading guns only season.
  • Tags in far Northern Ontario (such as WMUs 1A, 1C, 1D, 2, 16A, 16C, 17, 18B and 25) may be in relatively low demand and awarded to hunters with few points, but moose in all or large parts of these WMUs cannot be accessed by road.
  • Any road-accessible areas of such WMUs may have higher than expected hunter numbers and lower hunter success rates.
  • Please consider these aspects when planning a moose hunt in such WMUs.

Last year's bull gun tag allocation results

WMUPrimary quotaPrimary minimum points requiredSecond chance tags availableSecond chance minimum points required
1A340320
1C25601370
1D460270
2991521
31145484
41075514
5638258
61818
7B170N/A
86928
9A711110
9B7928
11A26777
11B11939
12A318128
12B559179
131111111
1418594
15A808337
15B54442743
16A1610700
16B1334733
16C922502
1731778
18A15977
18B25364
192005854
21A22651044
21B1308488
222510139
23769297
2456112210
25364154
2632101210
2745111411
28156154214
291820219
3071162413
3164171416
3240121911
3317949
342012911
3573153012
362821819
372118516
3875152814
3943201120
403721720
4158231522
423824824
4639111710
473920720
481525424
4957201319
501119220
533213912
543113613
55A620118
55B318216
5644151214
571218318
58314115
6066171916
612216216
62716116
6334151215
Total3,980N/A1,626N/A

Last year’s cow/calf gun tag allocation results

WMUPrimary quotaPrimary minimum points requiredSecond chance tags availableSecond chance minimum points required
1A290280
1C23001910
1D530480
217801290
321911011
41342671
5754354
6160N/A
7B1517
87536
9A6738
9B670N/A
11A18365
11B87110
12A176116
12B347167
131010210
14241121
15A885364
15B63913301
16A19001440
16B26902000
16C19201530
171060710
18A15474
18B321161
191452762
21A33321771
21B1296595
2224888
23546236
24478178
25490240
26375165
27378188
28114124712
2927141015
3048101711
3146121712
32308178
3311756
3416779
35519198
361611911
37916315
3833131112
3935141114
4038141114
412420521
422521819
4616877
472417618
48623322
4926161117
50617217
531812712
541012512
55A317215
55B215213
562613913
57615216
582110N/A
6030141414
611214315
62616115
631314613
Total4,165N/A2,306N/A

Last year’s bull bow tag allocation results

WMUPrimary quotaPrimary minimum points requiredSecond chance tags availableSecond chance minimum points required
2361190
318425
4285105
510717
82727
9A2615
9B3716
11A5918
11B570N/A
12A7716
12B9948
132110N/A
1413555
15A346166
15B516225
18A38112
18B21319
19716345
21A19786
21B299138
2261029
23289137
24269138
2751039
282412512
291715614
30141158
31914412
3261029
33290N/A
351211410
364818
37312111
381411710
391115312
40715114
411118518
42714414
465836
47716215
482516616
49812311
502140N/A
5341329
5441019
55A213116
55B212111
5679310
57812213
58412113
601011610
61314112
623919
63313111
65335154
Total685N/A270N/A

Last year’s cow/calf bow tag allocation results

WMUPrimary quotaPrimary minimum points requiredSecond chance tags availableSecond chance minimum points required
2280280
3370290
4590580
5280210
8500N/A
9A4120
9B8070
11A210190
11B7051
12A150110
12B190110
135121
14190140
15A570460
15B850660
18A4241
18B4327
19680510
21A350180
21B361231
2210260
23242172
24212122
279363
28422191
29851441
309153
31162110
329060
333030
3513170
363132
372621
38183120
3912345
406143
4113766
4267210
465124
479646
48328157
4911776
50210110
535537
543526
55A4826
55B4924
569464
579757
585326
6095211
613616
622610
63360N/A
65651291
Total1,025N/A670N/A

Last year’s calf tag allocation results

WMUPrimary quotaPrimary minimum points requiredSecond chance tags availableSecond chance minimum points required
1A300270
1C19201920
1D330330
211501150
318401690
419301770
51190850
6200N/A
7A100N/A
7B330N/A
8180140
9A140100
9B13061
11A620460
11B240150
12A530360
12B930510
13222152
14480450
15A18701390
15B57905110
16A15801580
16B20101990
16C12001180
17530490
18A9050
18B140110
1915401270
21A17401260
21B17801120
22700480
2314401080
241330890
25330240
26440330
27830441
2844702320
291111681
3016801190
311701870
321100680
33221140
34380250
351640970
36731430
37372152
3818301250
391521900
40932580
4118631202
42937584
46382300
471127694
48387266
4916261114
5027111011
53515316
54526405
55A7947
55B5738
561285993
57295184
589663
593622
6016141131
61497345
6218492
63515334
6513041
Total6,553N/A4,798N/A

Tag allocation process hunt codes

WMUBull gunCow/calf gunCalf all seasonsBull bowCow/calf bow
1A400401402N/AN/A
1C403404405N/AN/A
1D406407408N/AN/A
2409410411412413
3414415416417418
4419420421422423
5424425426427428
6429430431432433
7AN/AN/A434435436
7B437438439440441
8442443444445446
9A447448449450451
9B452453454455456
11A457458459460461
11B462463464465466
12A467468469470471
12B472473474475476
13477478479480481
14482483484485486
15A487488489490491
15B492493494495496
16A497498499N/AN/A
16B500501502N/AN/A
16C503504505N/AN/A
17506507508N/AN/A
18A509510511512513
18B514515516517518
19519520521522523
21A524525526527528
21B529530531532533
22534535536537538
23539540541542543
24544545546547548
25549550551N/AN/A
26552553554N/AN/A
27555556557558559
28560561562563564
29565566567568569
30570571572573574
31575576577578579
32580581582583584
33585586587588589
34590591592N/AN/A
35593594595596597
36598599600601602
37603604605606607
38608609610611612
39613614615616617
40618619620621622
41623624625626627
42628629630631632
46633634635636637
47638639640641642
48643644645646647
49648649650651652
50653654655656657
53658659660661662
54663664665666667
55A668669670671672
55B673674675676677
56678679680681682
57683684685686687
58688689690691692
59693694695696697
60698699700701702
61703704705706707
62708709710711712
63713714715716717
65N/AN/A718719720

Notes:

  • for these WMUs, “bow tags” are for the bows and muzzle-loading guns only season
  • N/A” indicates the WMU does not have the applicable season
  • not all hunt codes listed may have a quota. Check quotas online at moose tag quotas and hunt codes or by calling 1-800-288-1155