I own some land in Virginia. Another hunter told me today that if you are hunting on private land that you do not have to buy a permit. He said that you call in and get some type of check-in number. Is this guy nuts or did I miss something?

If you are a landowner, you are license exempt. license exempt

Thanks for your help! How does this effect the type of weapon used and the sex and number of game killed?

You still have to follow DNR's rules

I hunt on my father-in-law's land in Central VA with written permission and I abide by all rules and regulations of the state.

Sometimes my father-in-law (landowner) places his own personal rules and restrictions on me and I ALWAYS follow them.

Seasons and bag limits are still the same as for license holders.

How do you get a check-in number for the deer processor?

When you check your kill (still have to take bear to check station) using telephone or internet, you will be issued a confirmation number. Very easy.

Apply to the Virginia DMAP program and you can manage your deer population as you see fit.