Local hunters reminded to get licenses before opening day of gun season Friday

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. -- Hunters in Michigan are reminded and incentivized to get their licenses ahead of opening day of gun season (Nov. 15) with a chance to win a hunting prize package.

"Prepare for tomorrow’s opening day by picking up your deer hunting license from a license agent near you today so you’re ready to go. And while you’re at it, enhance your season with a Pure Michigan Hunt application," state officials said. "For $5, you can enter for a chance to receive a prize package and special hunting opportunities – including licenses for elk, bear, spring and fall turkey, and antlerless deer, plus first pick at a managed waterfowl hunting area for a reserved hunt."

The drawing for the prize package will happen in January.

Officials say that each entry also supports essential wildlife habitat restoration and management efforts, so applying contributes to Michigan’s wildlife conservation.

If you’ve already got your deer license, but did not apply for the Pure Michigan Hunt, you can still apply online.