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Bull moose
Don't wait until the last minute... 

Applications for the moose permit lottery are being accepted through May 18, 2026. Apply for your chance to embark on this challenging yet rewarding adventure by completing the online moose permit application [ [link removed] ]. During the application process, you can indicate your preferences for the following:


* Which Wildlife Management Districts (WMDs) you’re willing to hunt in
* Whether you’d accept a permit in a different WMD if your top choices are already filled
* Your preferred hunting season -  September Bull, October Bull, or October Antlerless
* Indicate if you’re willing to accept an antlerless permit
* Name a sub-permittee and alternate

*Applications are accepted online only until May 18, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Apply today!*

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MOSES ID
Application Tips

Make sure the name on your application matches your existing record, including nicknames, apostrophes or hyphens, and maiden name changes. (Example above shows John Doe applying as Johnny Doe, and therefore no bonus points show).

If you apply and find your bonus points are missing, that means the name on the application and the name of your existing Maine Online Sportsperson’s Electronic System (MOSES) ID didn't match. If your bonus points are incorrect or missing, continue to complete the application and then use this online form [ [link removed] ] to request a review.

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Maine Moose Lottery in Acton, Maine
2026 Moose Permit Lottery Drawing

The 2026 moose permit lottery drawing [ [link removed] ] will take place Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the Acton Fairgrounds in Acton, Maine. More details are coming soon, but this is sure to be an event you won't want to miss!

The drawing is scheduled from 1-5pm, and results will be available online [ [link removed] ] by 6pm for those unable to attend the drawing.

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WMDs
Attention Non-residents

Resident and non-resident permits are allocated separately, and the drawings are conducted independently. No more than 8% of permits may be issued to non-residents. A state law requires that a portion of permits (up to 2%) is also allocated to hunting lodges. Because permits for hunting lodges are distributed by Wildlife Management District (WMD), this can result in some districts having no permits available to non-residents during some moose hunting weeks. *Non-residents, before beginning your application, please be sure to view the 2026 Season Dates and Permit Allocations table [ [link removed] ] to plan which WMDs you want to select*. 

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Moose Permit FAQs
Moose Hunting FAQs

Our Moose Permit FAQs [ [link removed] ] can help you navigate the application process and learn more about moose hunting in Maine.

If you have questions that are not answered or need assistance with a moose permit or moose hunting, please contact us at [email protected].

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More information

Wildlife management district (WMD) maps [ [link removed] ]

Moose hunting in Maine [ [link removed] ]

Moose permit information [ [link removed] ]

Moose permit frequently asked questions [ [link removed] ]








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