Black Bear License & Application

The state of Michigan operates under a lottery system for Black Bear  Hunting tags. Michigan Black Bear Application Period begins May 1st every year and runs through June 1st. Drawing results are usually posted on the DNR website by June 24. Michigan’s DNR site has all the information you will need to apply for your hunt.

• To apply online for a Michigan Black Bear hunt go to mdnr-elicense.com
• To check your drawing results, go to Michigan.gov/Bear

Note: Please contact us prior to applying for your hunt so we can ensure you select the right hunting area as well as guide you on which hunt to choose to increase your chance for a successful draw.