Hunting & Fishing
2009-2010 Hunt Information

General Hunting Provisions

Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge is one of over 550 National Wildlife Refuges. The primary objective of a refuge is to provide habitat for the conservation and protection of all species of wildlife. The harvest of surplus animals is one tool used to manage wildlife populations at a level compatible with the environment, provide wholesome recreational opportunities, and permit the use of a valuable renewable resource. The various habitats found on the refuge include dune-grass community, shrub community, upland maritime forest, fresh water marsh and salt marsh.  The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge manages its hunt through a permit system.

For specific Virginia state hunting regulations and licenses information please visit the  Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries

NEW THIS SEASON

Applications will now be processed through Kinsail Corporation.

Apply online at www.ChincoteaguePermits.com or mail your completed application along with your $5.00 application fee (check or money order made payable to Kinsail Corporation) to:

Kinsail Corporation
PO Box 7087
Arlington, VA 22207
703/994 4194

Please contact Kinsail for questions concerning on-line applications and/or payment information only.

For all questions concerning hunt regulations please refer to the brochure or contact the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge at 757-336-6122.

DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO THE CHINCOTEAGUE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE.

Hunting Opportunities - 2009/2010 Season

Please take the time to carefully read the brochures.

Harvest Reports - 2008/2009 Season