Alaska Seeks Public Proposals for 2027-2028 Hunting Regulations

Deadline for submissions to the Alaska Board of Game is May 1, 2026

Apr. 18, 2026 at 5:54pm

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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is accepting public proposals for changes to the state's hunting regulations for the 2027-2028 regulatory cycle. Interested individuals, organizations, and tribal entities have until May 1, 2026 to submit suggestions for adjustments to season dates, bag limits, methods and means, and area-specific regulations for big game, small game, and furbearing species. Proposals must be received by the Board Support Section office in Juneau by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time on the deadline.

Why it matters

Public input plays a formal role in Alaska's hunting regulation process, with the Board of Game required to review all properly submitted proposals. Past public proposals have led to adjustments in hunt boundaries, youth hunting opportunities, and non-resident allocation systems, making this an important opportunity for stakeholders to shape the future of hunting in the state.

The details

Proposals must include the submitter's contact information, a clear statement of the proposed change, the specific regulation or section to be amended, and a justification supported by biological, social, or wildlife management rationale. Handwritten submissions are accepted but must be legible. Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered in the current cycle.

  • The deadline for submitting proposals is 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time on Thursday, May 1, 2026.
  • The Board of Game operates on a three-year cycle, with the current cycle governing regulations for the 2026-2027 season and the upcoming review shaping rules for the period beginning July 1, 2027.

The players

Alaska Department of Fish and Game

The state agency responsible for managing Alaska's wildlife and natural resources, including setting hunting and trapping regulations.

Alaska Board of Game

The state board that sets hunting and trapping regulations across Alaska, operating on a three-year review cycle.

Board Support Section

The administrative office in Juneau that handles docketing, scheduling, and distribution of materials for the Alaska Board of Game.

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What’s next

The Board of Game will review all properly submitted proposals during its spring meetings, with any resulting regulatory changes taking effect on July 1, 2027.

The takeaway

This public proposal process is a critical opportunity for Alaskans to shape the future of hunting in the state, with the potential for submitted ideas to directly influence season dates, bag limits, and other key regulations.