Recreation/Hunting & Fishing Benefits for Veterans in Georgia
3 Recreation/Hunting & Fishing benefits for veterans in Georgia.
One-Time Veterans Honorary Hunting & Fishing License
Georgia offers a free one-time full-privilege sportsman's license to resident veterans, including all state recreational hunting and fishing privileges for one year.
Eligibility: Georgia resident veteran who served on active federal duty for 90 or more days and was honorably discharged on or after July 1, 2005. May be issued only once.
Estimated value: Free one-year sportsman's license (all hunting and fishing privileges)
How to apply: Apply through Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources with a copy of your DD-214; available online, by phone, or at a license agent.
Disabled Veteran Sportsman's License
Veterans with a permanent and total disability rating can purchase a multi-year disability sportsman's license at a steep discount from the regular price, covering hunting and fishing privileges.
Eligibility: Georgia resident veteran (or other qualifying disabled persons) with a permanent and total disability rating from the VA or another government agency for a physical or mental impairment.
Estimated value: Discounted 3-year disability sportsman's license
How to apply: Submit the DNR Disability License application with supporting disability documentation to Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources.
State Parks ParkPass Discount
Disabled veterans receive a 25% reduction on the entrance fee (ParkPass) at Georgia state parks, historic sites, and recreational areas.
Eligibility: Georgia veteran with an honorable discharge and a VA service-connected disability rating.
Estimated value: 25% off state park ParkPass / entrance fees
How to apply: Bring your DD-214, service-connected disability verification, and proof of Georgia residency to a GDVS Veterans Field Service Office; an approved discount card is mailed to you.