Wisconsin Free Hunting or Fishing License for Returning Vet…

Wisconsin Free Hunting or Fishing License for Returning Veterans

WDVA for eligibility, with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issuing the licence

One free small game, archery, gun deer or annual fishing licence

As a Wisconsin resident veteran you get one free small game, archery, gun deer or annual fishing licence. You choose which one.

Check eligibility

How to apply

Contact the WDVA first to have your eligibility determined; they issue you a voucher code. Redeem the voucher in person at any Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources service centre or by calling 888-WDNRINFO (888-936-7463). The voucher has to be redeemed within 365 days of your discharge.

What you'll need

Your DD214 showing wartime service and your discharge, and proof that you live in Wisconsin.

Eligibility

You are a Wisconsin resident
You served on active duty during a wartime period, or you served in a reserve component during a wartime period for at least one year, or you served in a reserve component during a wartime period and received an honorable discharge
You redeem your voucher within 365 days of your discharge

Source

Official source

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