Pennsylvania Sunday Hunting Is Here: What It Means for 2025

The 2025 hunting season is almost here, and for Pennsylvania hunters, it’s going to be huge. A

recent change in state law now allows the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) to authorize hunting on all Sundays throughout the hunting season. For many years, Sunday hunting was prohibited; more recently only three Sundays were permitted. Starting in 2025, the calendar looks very different, and much better for time‑crunched hunters.

Quick Look: 2025 Pennsylvania Sunday Hunting Dates

Pennsylvania hunters may hunt on the following Sundays in 2025:

• September 14

• September 21

• September 28

• October 5

• October 12

• October 19

• October 26

• November 2

• November 9

• November 16

• November 23

• November 30

• December 7

Heads up: Some Sunday dates were approved after the 2025 Hunting & Trapping Digest went to print. Always double‑check the latest updates on the PGC website before you go afield.

What Species Can You Hunt on Sundays?

In 2025, you may hunt any species that is lawful to hunt on the following Monday. In other words, if the season is open on Monday, it’s also open on the Sunday immediately before it (with the exception below).

Important Exceptions

• Migratory game birds: Federal law prohibits hunting migratory game birds on any Sunday.

• Deer Season end date: The statewide firearms deer season ends Saturday, December 13 in 2025. There is no hunting on Sunday, December 14.

For full season structures, WMU‑specific rules, hunting hours, and legal implements, consult the official Hunting & Trapping Digest and the PGC’s online resources.

Make the Most of the Extra Sundays

More Sundays mean more opportunities for scouting, dialing in your zero, and getting new hunters into the field. A few tips:

• Plan ahead: Mark each Sunday on your calendar with your target species and WMU.

• Check local regs: County parks and private lands may have additional restrictions, always get permission and know the rules.

• Prep your kit: Extra days mean more ammo, more range time, and fresh maintenance on your go‑to rifle, shotgun, or crossbow.

Gear Up at Long Shot Ammo And Arms

This fall, we’re stacking savings to help you capitalize on every new Sunday:

• Blowout deals in our Sales Flyer

• Manufacturer rebates from Winchester, Remington, Federal, and more

• Bulk‑buy pricing on popular hunting calibers and shotshells

• Optics, slings, cleaning kits, and cold‑weather apparel

Pro tip: Combine our flyer pricing with current manufacturer rebates for maximum savings. Ask our team to help you line up eligible UPCs and submission deadlines.

Visit Us or Call Ahead

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Your local experts for firearms, ammo, and hunting gear.

• Need a case of your favorite load? Call ahead and we’ll set it aside.

• Mounting a new scope or red dot? We’ll bore‑sight it and get you range‑ready.

• New to hunting? We’ll help you choose the right setup for your game and WMU.

Final Checklist Before You Go

• ✅ Confirm season dates and bag limits for your WMU on the PGC website

• ✅ Carry your license and required tags

• ✅ Wear the required fluorescent orange where applicable

• ✅ Know Sunday‑specific access rules on private and public lands

• ✅ Respect property boundaries and post‑hunt courtesy

Information in this post summarizes current guidance provided to us at the time of writing. Regulations can change, always consult the Pennsylvania Game Commission for the most up‑to‑date rules.

See you in the woods, and don’t sleep on those Sundays!