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Post by steiny on May 18, 2010 17:57:29 GMT -5
Hey would one of you guys that hunts Illinois every year please post a bit in advance of when we need to start applying for tags.
I want to get tags for archery and firearms this year.
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Post by woodmaster on May 19, 2010 18:05:25 GMT -5
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Post by HuntMeister on May 19, 2010 20:14:49 GMT -5
Where at did you find the deadline date of June 30 for non-resi archery application? I am not finding it... |
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Post by woodmaster on May 19, 2010 20:20:43 GMT -5
Where at did you find the deadline date of June 30 for non-resi archery application? I am not finding it... As long as Ive been putting in for archery tags its been 30 days. I havent seen it on the website tho. |
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Post by ridgerunner on May 21, 2010 15:52:20 GMT -5
I already applied for firearms 2nd. lotto as a non-resident, you've been able to apply as a non -resident for firearms since May..
Archery will be June 1st until they sell out which they won't do...25,000 NR tags at 410.00 each, plus 50.75 hunting license and habitat stamp 458.00 dollars...they'll have plenty of archery tags from June 1st. until whenever they sell 25,000, which they never do.
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Post by ridgerunner on May 21, 2010 16:33:28 GMT -5
I'm totally confused.This is my first time applying for firearms and I called the IDNR and they told me as a Non-resident I can go ahead right now and apply online direct sales for firearms...so I did, they deducted the fees from my account etc..but their site says July 1st-Aug 16th for non-resident applications..but the IDNR says " that's just for the paper application to download and send in....?.....Why so confusing? anybody know if I'm good or do I still need to apply for the permit in July...?
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Post by woodmaster on May 21, 2010 17:51:41 GMT -5
I'm totally confused.This is my first time applying for firearms and I called the IDNR and they told me as a Non-resident I can go ahead right now and apply online direct sales for firearms...so I did, they deducted the fees from my account etc..but their site says July 1st-Aug 16th for non-resident applications..but the IDNR says " that's just for the paper application to download and send in....?.....Why so confusing? anybody know if I'm good or do I still need to apply for the permit in July...? Ive always heard July 1st. I usually dont apply till August 10th. No need to give up the money until you have to. |
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Post by ridgerunner on May 21, 2010 19:51:04 GMT -5
I'm totally confused.This is my first time applying for firearms and I called the IDNR and they told me as a Non-resident I can go ahead right now and apply online direct sales for firearms...so I did, they deducted the fees from my account etc..but their site says July 1st-Aug 16th for non-resident applications..but the IDNR says " that's just for the paper application to download and send in....?.....Why so confusing? anybody know if I'm good or do I still need to apply for the permit in July...? I'm just the opposite Woodmaster..I'd rather get it over with ASAP, one less thing to worry about.I did find out that you can actually apply as a non-resident for firearms after the first lotto drawing starting in May and up until Aug 16th..I got my paper application in the mail today, but won't need it since I already applied online...If you're sending a hard copy app. piece of paper to the IDNR you have to wait until July 1st... |
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Post by HuntMeister on May 25, 2010 11:31:11 GMT -5
Where at did you find the deadline date of June 30 for non-resi archery application? I am not finding it... As long as Ive been putting in for archery tags its been 30 days. I havent seen it on the website tho. I sent an email to IDNR asking for clarification on the deadline for non-resi archery tags and here is the response... The application period is June 1 – June 30. It doesn’t matter if you submit your application on the 1st, mid June or before midnight on June 30th, this will be a lottery.
The last couple of years everyone that applied in the lottery was awarded permits and remaining permits where then sold over the counter as first come, first serve.
Remember every year is different, just because we didn’t sell them all out last year in the lottery doesn’t necessarily mean the same will happen this year
Permit OfficeSo there you have it  |
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Post by ridgerunner on May 25, 2010 14:57:03 GMT -5
As long as Ive been putting in for archery tags its been 30 days. I havent seen it on the website tho. I sent an email to IDNR asking for clarification on the deadline for non-resi archery tags and here is the response... The application period is June 1 – June 30. It doesn’t matter if you submit your application on the 1st, mid June or before midnight on June 30th, this will be a lottery.
The last couple of years everyone that applied in the lottery was awarded permits and remaining permits where then sold over the counter as first come, first serve.
Remember every year is different, just because we didn’t sell them all out last year in the lottery doesn’t necessarily mean the same will happen this year
Permit OfficeSo there you have it I cannot remember a time when they sold every non-resident archery tag. They always have tags left over..not saying it won't happen, but I can't remember in recent times when they sold out of non-resident archery tags..no one should have any trouble getting an archery tag anytime from June 1st. till the end of season...that being said, if you want to guarantee a tag, put in for the lotto June 1st. |
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Post by Deleted on May 25, 2010 19:48:28 GMT -5
About 4-5 years ago they sold out in 3 days, that was when they capped it at 15,000 and before the present price hike. 2 years ago, they also sold out but it was late into the season when they ran out.
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Post by ridgerunner on May 25, 2010 20:23:09 GMT -5
Now they sell 25,000 NR tags, and with the economy like it is, I doubt seriously they'll sell out at $458.00 for a non- resident to hunt.I've never had trouble getting my Illinois tag for archery since 1999, it's the firearms tags I have trouble with...
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Post by HuntMeister on May 25, 2010 20:35:30 GMT -5
ridgerunner, you always buy your archery tag OTC?
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Post by ridgerunner on May 26, 2010 5:58:32 GMT -5
ridgerunner, you always buy your archery tag OTC? Not always, last year I did get mine over the counter.I usually put in June 1st as soon as I can.I have a buddy who always buys his over the counter or online, but he waits till the last week of Sept and never had been denied... |
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2010 7:50:23 GMT -5
The best way to purchase licenses and tags is online-it won't let you make a mistake.
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Post by ridgerunner on May 26, 2010 10:26:25 GMT -5
The best way to purchase licenses and tags is online-it won't let you make a mistake. I agree. Best bet is to go online the first day they allow you to apply. |
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Post by hoosiernavy29 on Jun 3, 2010 18:13:22 GMT -5
just applied for mine, looking forward to heading back and giving Illinios a crack again.
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Post by Decatur on Jun 3, 2010 18:17:50 GMT -5
Good look!
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Post by hoosiernavy29 on Jun 25, 2010 5:28:40 GMT -5
Question for you guys that have applied in the past, how long does it take after the closin date of June 30 to hear anything back? Not used to this application process, Last time I hunted there back in the mid 90's went to the Walmart haha.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2010 7:59:49 GMT -5
You'll get it....they won't sell out until late in the season.
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