Hunting & Fishing Licenses

FISHING

A valid Maine fishing license is required for anyone 16 years of age or older, to fish in inland waters or transport fish taken from inland waters. Residents and nonresidents may obtain fishing licenses from our Town Clerk or purchase online. A person is required to keep their fishing license with them at all times while fishing or transporting fish, and must exhibit their license for inspection by any warden, department employee, guide, or landowner upon request. An electronic license or permit can now be displayed in lieu of a physical paper license or permit.

License Fees

• Resident fishing license: $25 plus $2
• Non-resident fishing license: $64 plus $2
• Resident hunting/fishing combination license: $43 plus $2
• Non-resident hunting/fishing combination license: $150 plus $2
• Fishing license fee schedule (IFW)

HUNTING

In general, anyone who hunts wild birds or animals in Maine needs a hunting license. The type of license you need depends upon your age, resident status, and other factors, and there are some exceptions. To obtain a hunting license in Maine, you generally need to show that you have either (1) held that license in a prior year, or (2) taken a hunter safety course. License-specific requirements and exceptions can be found online.

License Fees

• Resident hunting license: $26 plus $2
• Non-resident hunting license: $115 plus $2
• Resident hunting/fishing combination license: $43 plus $2
• Non-resident hunting/fishing combination license: $150 plus $2
• Hunting license fee schedule (IFW)

Additional Information at Maine IFW

• Fishing Laws and Rules
• Hunting Laws and Rules
• Trapping Laws and Rules
• Fishing License Information
• Hunting License Information
• Trapping License Information

Hunting and fishing licenses may be obtained from the Town Clerk or online from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.