Big changes are here for Pennsylvania hunters! In this episode of the BackCountry Pa Podcast, we cover everything you need to know about the 2025-2026 Pennsylvania hunting season — including how ALL PA residents are guaranteed at least one antlerless (doe) tag.

We also cover:

• How to buy your 2025 PA hunting license and tags

• Key changes in PA hunting regulations and seasons

• The scrapes you should (and shouldn’t) hang trail cameras on

• When to use deer scent — and when it can do more harm than good

If you’re hunting public land, managing private ground, or just getting ready for archery season, this episode will help you make the most of your scouting and tag strategy.

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