Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using WildNotch.com ("the Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site.

2. Nature of the Information

WildNotch provides general reference information about hunting and fishing license requirements, fees, seasons, and regulations across the United States. This information is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, regulatory guidance, or an official government communication.

License fees, season dates, bag limits, and regulations change annually and sometimes mid-season. While we strive to keep information current and accurate, we make no warranty—express or implied—that the information on this Site is complete, accurate, or up to date at any given moment.

3. No Official Affiliation

WildNotch is an independent reference website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any federal, state, or local government agency, including but not limited to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Forest Service, or any state fish and wildlife department. All trademarks, agency names, and official program names belong to their respective owners.

4. Your Responsibility to Verify

You are solely responsible for verifying all license requirements, season dates, bag limits, and regulations with the official fish and wildlife agency in each state where you intend to hunt or fish before engaging in any outdoor activity. Relying solely on information from this Site without independent verification is done at your own risk. Hunting or fishing without a valid license or in violation of applicable regulations can result in significant civil and criminal penalties.

5. Affiliate Links and Commercial Relationships

Some links on this Site may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through those links. Our editorial content is not influenced by affiliate relationships. Affiliate relationships are disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines. See our Affiliates & Disclosures page for full details.

6. Intellectual Property

All original content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, and compilation of information, is the property of WildNotch or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or commercially exploit any content from this Site without our prior written consent. Factual information about license fees and government regulations is not subject to copyright protection.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WILDNOTCH AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS SITE OR ITS CONTENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED $100.

9. Third-Party Links

This Site contains links to official state agency websites and other third-party resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

10. Privacy

Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which WildNotch is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

13. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact us.