Hunting permits at DuPont State Recreational Forest (DSRF) are available through the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Be aware that hunters often hunt during early morning and late afternoon, and in remote areas. All visitors should wear blaze orange when outside of the safety zones listed on the DSRF Map. Up to 85 permitted deer hunters will be in the woods on the following dates: November 26th-28th December 3rd-5th December 10th-12th Archery hunters will be in the woods every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from September 17th through December 27th, 2020.