Applications for Maine’s 2023 moose permit lottery will be accepted online only.
To apply online, go to mefishwildlife.com.
Those who fill out the online moose permit application will be able to indicate several preferences, including which wildlife management districts (WMD) they are willing to accept a permit in, and if they would accept a permit in another WMD if their name is drawn and all of the top choices are filled.
Applicants will also be able to select a preferred hunting season, whether or not they would accept an antlerless permit, and a choice of a sub-permittee. They will also be asked if they want to apply for the Adaptive Unit Hunt (WMD 4A).
Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm (ET) on May 15, 2023.
The 2023 moose lottery permit drawing will take place Saturday, June 10 at Mill Park in Augusta. To learn more about the one day event featuring demonstrations, instruction, competitions, children’s activities, music, food vendors, merchandise and more, click here.