FORT McCOY PERMITS
The appropriate Fort McCoy iSportsman annual access pass, hunting, fishing, trapping, non-hunting/fishing activity permit, and appropriate State of Wisconsin license and stamps are required to hunt, fish, or trap on Fort McCoy. All Fort McCoy permits will be sold through the iSportsman system. See the Fishing and Hunting Info pages for further details under Program Info drop down box.
Click here to view Fort McCoy Hunting and Fishing Permits
See below regarding how to obtain a Fort McCoy non-quota and quota hunt permit(s).
Hunting Regulations 420-29. Click on Regulation tab in menu for additional information and maps.
iSportsman System: New Users must register (create an account) before they can apply for a permit, or Check-in/Check-out for an activity. Registration can be done using a smart phone, computer (internet) or at the kiosk located at the South Hunter Information Point. Once an account has been created, daily Check-in/Check-out and game line area closure listings can be conducted and viewed by smart phone, computer (internet), telephone (cell phone and landline), or on-site kiosk. All iSportsman accounts must be updated annually by adding the current FREE Fort McCoy Access Pass and verifying your iSportsman account information is current. The Annual Access Pass is valid from March 1 through February 28.
NOTE: If you cannot Check-in to an activity, make sure you have the current FREE Access Pass. The Annual Access Pass is valid from March 1 through February 28. You will need to login to your iSportsman account to obtain the Access Pass. There is no cost for the Fort McCoy Access Pass. If continuing to have difficulty Checking-in, contact the Permit Sales Office at 608-388-3337.
How to Obtain a Fort McCoy Hunting Permit: Non-Quota and Quota Hunt Permits
Non-quota season permits: Non-quota hunt permits may be purchased directly through your established Fort McCoy iSportsman account. Permits are located under Acquire Permits once logged into your account. A Fort McCoy application is not required to purchase non-quota permits. You must login into your iSportsman account in order to purchase a Fort McCoy permit. The appropriate Fort McCoy iSportsman access pass, hunting, fishing, trapping, non-hunting/fishing activity permit, and appropriate State of Wisconsin license and stamps are required to hunt, fish, or trap on Fort McCoy. You may purchase your State of Wisconsin licenses through the WDNR GoWild system at https://dnr.wi.gov/GoWild/resident.html.
Quota season permits: Quota hunt permits are only available through the Fort McCoy online electronic application and drawing process. Fort McCoy offers a limited number of permits for each one of these seasons. Submit your electronic permit application through your iSportsman account to be entered in to the drawing for a permit. There is no application fee. Quota permit applications are only available through your Fort McCoy iSportsman account by logging in under "My Account" at www.ftmccoy.isportsman.net and clicking on Acquire Permits. Select the permit application you would like to submit into the drawing. Selection is conducted through a random drawing following one week after the application deadline date. All applicants are notified of the selection results through the iSportsman system and can check the status of their application through their iSportsman account under the Lottery tab. Individuals approved for a quota permit(s) are provided instructions on how/when to purchase their permit(s). Your awarded Fort McCoy permit may only be purchased through your Fort McCoy iSportsman account. Fort McCoy permits are no longer available through the WDNR GoWild system.
In order to submit your permit application through your iSportsman account, you must complete checkout even if your shopping cart totals $0.00. Your permit application will not be added into the drawing until checkout is completed.
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Note: Prior to submitting a permit application, make sure your iSportsman account information is current (e.g. phone number, email address, category status, emergency contact info etc.)
Permit Drawings and Catagory Status: Permit selections will be based on a random drawing of all online applications within four category placements (A, A-1, B or C) with separate permit allotments established for each category. If you are a Category A, A-1, or B and are entering an application for a permit, and you do not have a Category Validation or have an expired Category Validation in your iSportsman account, you will need to submit proof to the Permit Sales Office. See below for details.
Category A: Active and Retired Military, Reserves and National Guard and military dependent ID card holders. Proof of ID required for Category A validation. Applicants can stop by the Permit Sales Office (building 2168) with their ID or SF 50, or a copy can be sent to the Permit Sales Office. If sending a copy of your ID or SF50, any social security number displayed must be BLOCKED OUT. Note: The Fort McCoy Personnel Services Branch can issue ID cards for retired civilian personnel. Please call (608) 388-4563 prior to visiting for more information.
Category A-1: Military Veteran. A military veteran is any person who served for any length of time in any military service branch. A veteran is a former member of the Armed Forces of the United States (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard) who served on active duty/reserve and was discharged under conditions, which were other than dishonorable. A copy of a veterans DD Form 214/215 NGB 22/22A is required for all Category A-1 applicants to confirm the status. Category A-1 status only applies to veteran and does not include spouse or dependents.
Category B: Department of Defense (DoD) and Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) civilians, retired government civilians, other US Government Civilian ID Card Holders, and legal dependents (spouses and children 18 years old and younger). A Civilian/Retired Civilian government employee ID is required for all Category B applicants to confirm the status. Retired government civilian employees may supply a copy of their retirement SF50 or a retired civilian ID card. For legal dependents, the parent/guardian government employee must provide their ID along with the names of dependents. Applicants can stop by the Permit Sales Office (Building 2168) with their ID or SF 50, or a copy can be sent to the Permit Sales Office. If sending a copy of your ID or SF50, any social security number displayed must be BLOCKED OUT. Note: The Fort McCoy Personnel Services Branch can issue ID cards for retired civilian personnel. Please call (608) 388-4563 prior to visiting for more information.
Category C: General Public (those who do not qualify for Category A, A-1, or B). No copy of ID required. You do not have to validate your status with the Permit Sales Office.
The Youth Mentorship Program: Fort McCoy does not have a specific or seperate Youth Hunt for any of the hunting seasons; however youth (10 and older) can participate in any Fort McCoy hunt and can be entered into the drawing by submitting their own online permit application through their iSportman account. All participants (youth and mentors) must follow Fort McCoy regulations, WDNR guidelines and rules associated with the mentor program. Mentors and youth must be drawn and possess a valid Fort McCoy Fall Quota Hunt permit for any Fort McCoy hunting period. Maximim of 4 applicants for a group application.
Selection Process: Permit selections will be based on a random drawing of all online applications within three category placements (A, A-1 B or C) with separate permit allotments established for each category (see Category definition on application information sheet).
Category allotments are: (A) 25%, (A-1) 25%, (B) 10%, and (C) 40%.
Category A applicants will be drawn first followed by Category A-1, B, and then Category C. Any Category A, A-1, or B applicants not selected in the initial drawing will be included in the Category C drawing.
Any Category A, A-1, or B allotments not filled during the selection process will be available for the Category C drawing.
Any permits remaining after the initial drawing will be awarded first come first served. Online applications must be submitted by the application deadline date. No exceptions.
Group applications will still be accepted (4 applications per group). When you Create a group application, a ‘Group Key’ will be given to the first person applying. Must select Create Group Application. At the end of the application process (after Checking-out and Confirming your order), which you can share with those who you would like to join your group.
** If applying as a group with different category 'Status', the application is included in the lower tier drawing (Example: A group with a Category A and a Category C applicant would be included in the Category C drawing).
Individuals who indicate they are Category A (Active and Retired Military, Reserves and National Guard and military dependent ID card holders.), Category A-1 (Veteran), or Category B (Department of Defense (DoD) and Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) civilians, retired government civilians, other US Government Civilian ID Card Holders, and legal dependents (spouses and children 18 years old and younger) in their account must provide credentials to verify their Category status for the permit lottery drawings. If your current validation in your iSportsman account has not expired at the time of your application, you do not need to resubmit a copy of your credentials.
Any accounts that are not validated by time of the drawing will be considered Category C (General Public).
Applicants that provided proof of Category the previous year other than retired, must still provide the information in 2019. The credential expiration dates will be added to your account information to reduce the need to provide this information in the future. Any social security number displayed on the copy of your ID must be BLOCKED OUT.
Copies of ID can be mailed, emailed, or dropped off at the Permit Sales Office.
Mailing Address:
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS
IMMC-PWE-N (NATURAL RESOURCES)
2171 SOUTH 8TH AVE
FORT MCCOY WI 54656-5136
Email: usarmy.mccoy.imcom-central.mbx.dpw-permit-sales@mail.mil
Permit Sales Office Location:
Permit Sales, Building 2168, Door 4, North Entrance (M-F 0700-1530)
Drawing Results:
Drawings will be conducted one week after application deadline. Drawing results will be awarded to your i-Sportsman account. Individuals who supplied and email address in their iSportsman account will receive an email notification of their drawing results. Or you may login into your iSportsman account and click on the Lottery tab to see your drawing results at any time.
Permit Cost and Payment:
Successful applicants may purchase their awarded Fort McCoy permit through their iSportsman account. Starting March 2019 Fort McCoy permits will no longer be available through the WDNR GoWild system.
Please direct any questions to the Fort McCoy Permit Sales Office
Located in building 2168
Open Monday through Friday
7:00a.m. – 3:30p.m.
Phone: 608-388-3337
E-mail: usarmy.mccoy.imcom-northeast.mail.dpw-permit-sales@mail.mil
