Good News From IL DNR website - Hopefully this will redeem me.
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2006 Non-Resident Archery Deer Permits - Deadline to apply was Friday, JUNE 30TH. Everyone who applied will receive their permits. Permits will be mailed in mid-August.
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Approximately 1500 permits will be available on a first come / first served basis via DNR Direct Online License Sales or by phone at 1-888-6PERMIT beginning August 21st. Please check this website again prior to 8/21 for any changes to this information.[*]
Please refer to the 2006 Season Dates and Application Information for important instructions and application information!!"
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