For most kinds of hunting a license is required. The only exceptions I know of for that are for hunting crop predators. Some states do now require licenses for hunting blackbirds, crows, and in some cases coyotes. You'll have to check with your states wildlife agency to be sure though.
I heard lots of talk about the future in McCain and Palin's speeches the last two nights. I also heard lots of talk about Changing the way things are done in Washington. My personal favorite, was McCain's statement that he would veto any frivolous spending bills that came across his desk and...