I dont know if you even need a hunting license. Call the mdc regional office for that area,and ask them. They will tell you about hogs reportings in that area.I live in central MO and no hogs up here. I think there is a small population at Fort Leonardwood. Good luck. If you want I might have a guides name and number for MO hogs. I have never hunted with him,nor do I know anyone who has.