Buffalo Ridge Refuge Youth Deer Hunt
If you are between the ages of 10-16, hunter safety-certified, and have NEVER harvested a deer before, you are eligible to win a hunt at the Buffalo Ridge on October 23-25th. This year 20 lucky hunters will be selected.
***Online applications must be completed using the youth hunters license account, Not the accompanying adult. Applications made using adults accounts will be disqualified***
***Applications showing a previous deer harvest will be disqualified***
Selected participants will be hunting Buffalo Ridge Refuge located in Humphreys County approximately 2 miles off exit 143 on Interstate 40. The property incorporates a variety of wildlife management practices and encompasses nearly 2000 acres of prime deer habitat. Shooting houses will be provided and a guide will take you to and from your hunting site via UTV or Truck. Your guide will also assist you in retrieving your harvest.
***Guides do not stay at the stand with the Youth/Guardian during the hunt***
Primitive camping is allowed on site, but you must provide your own camping equipment. If you prefer not to camp, there are several hotels and a KOA available a few miles from the refuge. Dinner will be available on Friday night, 3 meals will be provided on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday.
***No pets, please***
The agency will select participants, and confirmation packets will be emailed by October 5th. The email will include directions, a list of things to bring, and a list of hotels in the area. Selected hunters are responsible for providing the appropriate Tennessee hunting license and must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult at least 21 years of age or older.
*Please make sure that the email address listed on the youth hunters license account is active/correct. *
**On Friday night (10/23/2026) there will be a dinner (6:30pm) and Mandatory safety speech. Stand locations will be drawn in preparation for Saturday morning.
By registering for this event, you consent to allowing the partner hosting the event to have access to your name, address, phone number, and email address.