Outdoor enthusiasts have long enjoyed the challenge of hunting in and around Morgan County. A variety of wildlife, including turkey and whitetail deer, and waterfowl can provide many hours of sporting pleasure.

The Alabama Department of Conservation, Game & Fish Division, regulates seasons, bag limits and license fees for deer, turkey and small game. Hunting licenses are available throughout Morgan County at many sporting good stores and from the License Commissioner (256-351-4770) at the Morgan County Courthouse in Decatur. Licenses, complete permit requirments and state hunting regulations are available from the License Unit, Wildlife & Freshwater Fisheries Division, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources by calling 1-888- 848-6887 or online at www.dcnr.state.al.us.

Successfully completing an approved hunter education course is mandatory for all first time hunting license buyers born on or after August 1, 1977. Hunting licenses are required for residents 16 years or older and under 65 years of age and non residents 16 years of age and older.