Vermont Deer Archery Season 2025
Archery deer hunting dates for Vermont.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
Status assessment: 2026-10-14 UTC (static build snapshot). Static activity badges and day counts use this build assessment, not a live check. Interactive finder results show their own UTC assessment day.
0 of 2 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.
Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.
Vermont Deer Archery Season
Find archery deer hunting season dates for Vermont. Plan your 2025 archery hunt with dates, zones, and equipment requirements.
Archery Deer Season Dates
2 archery seasons in Vermont
| Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4 - Nov 7, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded | Historical record | Archery season | |
| Dec 6-15, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded | Historical record | Late archery (December) | |
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Important Note for Vermont
Only WMU A private ordinary non-novice adult first legal buck/intact antlers with two one-inch points on one antler/unused ordinary tag/bolt-action centerfire Nov14–29 reviewed. Not three points statewide: other-unit three-inch/broken-beam exceptions distinct. Annual ordinary four-deer/one buck; conditional second tag after reported antlerless/first buck≥3points on one antler and youth/novice exceptions separate, not universal one-buck cap. No Nov7–8 youth/novice or Nov30–Dec13 muzzleloader bridge/other hunts; autoloading magazine six not bolt-action cap. Immediate tag/regular in-person48hour reporting; current license/tag/bag/permission/local/CWD/amendment checks needed. Seven histories/license metadata unverified; not individual permission.
Vermont Deer Archery Hunting FAQ
Common questions about archery deer hunting in Vermont
When does archery deer season start in Vermont?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-04 to 2025-11-07; 2025-12-06 to 2025-12-15. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
What are the legal archery equipment requirements in Vermont?
Vermont has specific requirements for archery hunting equipment including minimum draw weight, broadhead requirements, and crossbow regulations. Check with the Vermont wildlife agency for current equipment requirements.
Can I use a crossbow during Vermont archery deer season?
Crossbow regulations vary. Some states allow crossbows during archery season for all hunters, while others restrict them to disabled hunters or specific seasons. Check current Vermont regulations for crossbow eligibility.
Do I need a special tag for archery deer hunting in Vermont?
You need a valid Vermont hunting license and applicable deer tags or permits. Some states offer archery-specific tags or have separate quotas. Check current license requirements and availability.
What other methods can I use to hunt deer in Vermont?
Besides archery, Vermont offers deer seasons for: Rifle/Firearm, Muzzleloader. Each method has different season dates and regulations.
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