Autumn Hunting in Brest Region: Estates, Permits, Contacts
Autumn is the main season at the region's hunting estates. Here is what to arrange and whom to call.
In autumn the hunting estates of the region reach peak season: the main forms of hunting are open, lodges operate at capacity and group outings are arranged. Season dates, permitted methods and bag limits are set by the national hunting regulations and revised annually, so confirm exact dates with the estate.
Documents a hunter must carry
- State hunting licence
- Proof of the state duty paid for the current season
- A hunting permit issued by the specific estate
- A harvest authorisation for quota species
- Firearms storage and carrying permit, if hunting with a gun
- Identity document
For foreign visitors the estate arranges everything: paperwork, a game warden and supervision throughout. Unaccompanied access to the grounds is not available, so all details are settled in advance by phone or correspondence.
Hunting complexes and lodges
The region has a network of hunting complexes attached to forestry enterprises. Besides organising the hunt they provide accommodation, a sauna and a warden, which makes them a practical base for a two or three day trip.
Pruzhany and Ivatsevichi districts
Pinsk, Stolin, Luninets and Gantsevichi districts
Brest, Kobrin and Baranovichi districts
Ask the organiser
- Which species are open on my date and in which grounds?
- What do the permit, authorisation and warden services cost?
- How is a trophy charged and what happens with a wounded animal?
- Is a warden mandatory and how large is the group?
- Are accommodation, sauna and meals available, and where do vehicles park?
- What are the requirements for firearms, ammunition and high-visibility clothing?
- How is harvested game documented and veterinary-checked?
- What happens if the outing is cancelled for weather or quarantine reasons?
Safety on driven hunts
Most serious incidents occur on driven hunts and involve shooting at an unidentified target or along the firing line. The rules require high-visibility clothing, a briefing before each drive and a strict ban on leaving your stand before the end signal.
Agree on communication too. Mobile coverage is patchy across the Polesie grounds, so the hunt leader normally sets a control time and assembly point rather than relying on phones.
African swine fever
Veterinary restrictions linked to ASF apply in the region. Depending on the situation they may close sections of forest, require vehicle disinfection and impose special handling rules for harvested wild boar. The estate or the local forestry enterprise will confirm the current status.
Confirm dates before travelling
Opening dates and bag limits are revised annually. Check them with the estate and against the current hunting regulations before you set out.