For Hunters

Hunter Registration opens July 10, 2026

NJ Audubon Regulations & Requirements

New Jersey Audubon’s Deer Management Program focuses on reducing deer pressure on our Sanctuaries. While this is a recreational opportunity for hunters, please note that our purpose is to help restore ecological balance and that recreation is secondary.

New Jersey Audubon properties are open for deer hunting only by permit.

Hunters must be 18 years of age or older at the season open. Currently, we do not allow youth hunting on our property.

• No small game, turkey, bear, or waterfowl hunting is permitted. No target shooting or discharge of weapons other than for deer hunting purposes is permitted.
• All rules and regulations in the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife game code must be followed in addition to rules provided by New Jersey Audubon.
• Persons authorized to hunt on New Jersey Audubon properties must, always while on the property, carry personal photo identification, display a valid New Jersey Hunting License, and have on hand the New Jersey Audubon Permit issued by the organization.
• Persons authorized to hunt must maintain insurance coverage. Coverage shall include NJ Audubon and the State of New Jersey as additional insureds. Insurance coverage shall extend at least through the period of the permission to hunt granted by New Jersey Audubon. Coverage must include $1,000,000 liability plus $3,000,000 umbrella coverage. *See Note Below.
• All hunters must use a tree stand and hunt from an elevated position. Ground blinds may be used for archery only and with permission of NJ Audubon. Those in need of accessibility accommodation are encouraged to contact NJ Audubon directly.
• Properties will remain open for passive recreation. Stay aware of trails and hikers. Tree stand placement should follow the buffer guidelines indicated on Sanctuary Maps.
• Stands may be installed thirty (30) days prior to the starting date of the hunting season and may remain in place until fourteen (14) days after the closing date. Permanent deer stands are not allowed under any conditions. Stands remaining outside the permissible time periods shall be considered abandoned and will be removed by New Jersey Audubon.
• Stands or blinds shall not be placed in dead trees or those exhibiting signs of disease. The use of spikes, nails, screws, or any other fastening device that pierces the bark of a tree or shrub is prohibited.
• Stands or blinds are required to be conspicuously marked with the owner’s Conservation Identification Number (CID).
• Baiting on NJ Audubon properties is permitted only during the period beginning (30) days prior to the start of the hunting season and ending (14) days after the season concludes. Responsible baiting practices including following all regulations, monitoring bait sites, minimizing waste, regular cleaning, and gradual introduction are encouraged.
  Some properties may allow the use of vehicles. Vehicle permits are offered on special request only. Authorized Hunters must prominently display the NJ Audubon Vehicle Use Permit in their vehicle. Authorized vehicles are only permitted on the property in designated areas for the designated hunting season.
• Authorized hunters are required to report their harvest information via online form to NJ Audubon within 24 hours of harvest. This information must match what is given to the State.
• Use of alcoholic beverages, marijuana or controlled substances by Authorized Hunters is strictly prohibited. Authorized Hunters may not be under the influence of any of the same on the property.
• New Jersey Audubon exercises the right to limit or prohibit hunting on certain days or in certain areas at any time and for any reason.
• Authorized hunters are responsible for staying up to date on correspondence and are expected to acknowledge or reply in a timely manner.