1. (1) Permit applications.

   1. (a) A person may obtain only one Sandhill crane permit each year.
   2. (b) A person must possess or obtain a valid hunting or combination license to apply for or obtain Sandhill crane, sharp-tailed and greater sage-grouse permit.
   3. (c) Applicants must meet all age requirements, proof of hunter education requirements and youth restrictions as provided in Sections 23A-4-706, 23A-4-1001 and 23A-4-708.
   4. (d) Applicants may select up to four hunt choices. Hunt unit choices must be listed in order of preference.

2. (2) Youth applications.

   1. (a) For purposes of this section, "youth" means any person 17 years of age or younger on July 31for obtaining Sandhill crane, sharp-tailed grouse and greater sage-grouse permits.
   2. (b) Fifteen percent of the Sandhill crane, sharp-tailed grouse and greater sage-grouse permits are reserved for youth hunters.
   3. (c) Youth applicants who apply for a Sandhill crane, sharp-tailed grouse or greater sage-grouse permit as provided in this subsection, will automatically be considered in the youth drawing based upon their birth date.

3. (3) Group Applications

   1. (a) Up to four people may apply together.
   2. (b) Up to four youth may apply together in a Group Application.
4. (4) Waiting Periods do not apply.

KEY: wildlife, permits

Date of Last Change: October 22, 2025

Notice of Continuation: March 13, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 23A-2-304; 23A-2-305