INDIANA — The much-anticipated deer firearms season is set to begin on Saturday, November 15. Still, state officials are issuing a crucial advisory to hunters: purchase your licenses immediately to avoid significant technical delays.
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) anticipates a high volume of traffic starting Friday, November 14, to its new online license system, which is expected to experience significant slowdowns throughout the opening weekend.
Log in now and you’ll receive a faster reply from the DNR customer service team if you encounter technical issues.
The high traffic risk is concentrated around license purchases and account management. The DNR is strongly recommending that hunters utilize the phone-in option for checking in game to avoid online system congestion.
Here are some resources to help:
- Video instructions for how to purchase a license
- How to log in and create an account (Does not require login)
- Customer service contact info
- How to log in and create an account
- How to purchase
- How to link another person to your account
- How to check in-game (we recommend using the phone option)
- Troubleshooting info
- Video instructions for how to link a youth account
- PDF instructions for linking a youth account
Key Hunter Resources
For hunters needing assistance with the new system, several resources are available:
| Issue | Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Regulations & Equipment | Deer Infoline | Email: INDeerInfo@dnr.IN.gov or Call: 812-334-3795 |
| Online Account & Errors | License System Support | Email: INHuntFish@dnr.IN.gov or Call: 317-232-4200 or 877-463-6367 |
The state has also made online video and PDF instructions available for purchasing licenses, linking youth accounts, and troubleshooting common issues within the new Activity Hub.
