Hunting & Fishing

Hunting & Fishing Licenses

The Town of Caledonia is a licensed agent for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to issue hunting and fishing licenses, also known as DECALS. As an authorized vendor, we can assist you in purchasing your hunting and fishing licenses, including those for deer management permits (DMPs), as well as providing general information about the application process, regulations, and updated pricing.

Important Information

Vendor Role: The Town of Caledonia is a vendor for New York State DECALS and is authorized to process your license purchases. However, please note that as a vendor, we do not have the ability to perform certain actions, such as issuing refunds for fees, printing licenses that are meant to be mailed by New York State, or offering free licenses to individuals. Every license bears a fee.


Discounts: You may be eligible for discounts on certain licenses. For more details on the discounts available, we encourage you to visit the official New York State DECALS website or inquire during your in-person visit.


Online & In-Person Options: You can purchase your hunting and fishing licenses online via the New York State DECALS website, or you can visit us in person at the Town of Caledonia during normal business hours. Our team will assist you with the process, but please keep in mind that we are unable to assist with certain matters outside of license sales, such as refunds or adjustments made directly by the state.


DECALS Process: To learn more about the entire process, including applying for Deer Management Permits (DMPs or Doe Tags), updated pricing, and the most current rules and regulations, please visit the official New York State DECALS website.

Applications & Forms