The application period for the 2025-26 Late-Season, Youth, and Military Waterfowl Quota Hunts is open through December 3rd.
Applications can be submitted online at gooutdoorstennessee.com, through the TWRA On The Go mobile app, at TWRA regional offices, or at any TWRA license agent. Applicants must be at least 16 years old for the Late Season WMA Hunt. The Youth Hunt is for ages 6-15, and only veterans and active-duty military can participate in the Military Hunt.
Detailed application instructions, WMA locations, and general waterfowl quota hunt information are available on the TWRA Quota Hunts webpage.
Successful applicants will receive an email with instructions to claim their permit before 11:59 p.m. (CST) on December 15th.
The leftover drawings will be held on Monday, December 29th. The drawing locations are listed on page 85 of the 2025-26 Tennessee Fishing, Hunting, and Trapping Guide.