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 for the weekend of November 7th and November 8th. This year, 2 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***
The lucky winners will be hunting Holly Fork Refuge located in Henry County approximately 6 miles Northeast of Paris, TN on HWY 79. The property incorporates a variety of wildlife management practices and encompasses nearly 200 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.
***If you live outside of West Tennessee, your harvest will have to be de-boned before transporting it outside of West Tennessee***
***Guides do not stay at the stand with the Youth/Guardian during the hunt***
If you need lodging in the area, there are several hotels and campsites within a few miles from the refuge. This is a two-day hunt.
***No pets, please***
The agency will select the winners, and confirmation packets will be emailed by October 18th. The email will include directions, a list of things to bring, and a list of hotels in the area. Winning 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 (11/6/2026) there will be a dinner and Mandatory safety speech. Stands will be drawn in preparation for Saturday morning. No other meals will be provided***
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.