Wisconsin Legal Shooting Hours

* Shooting times are from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset. No hunting permit or license is required. Shooting time: Half an hour before sunrise until sunset, unless otherwise stated Duck blinds – It is illegal to hunt from or within 30 meters of a permanent blind on Miccosukee Lake and Iamonia, Jackson and Carr Lakes. The use of temporary duck blinds, including those made of vegetation and removed at the end of each hunt, is allowed. Dates and opening times: Check seasonal dates and shooting times. (W) – Must have a $5 Florida waterfowl permit and a $28.50 federal duck stamp in addition to the hunting permit and migratory bird permit if waterfowl hunt. For more information on deer population trends and statistics, visit the Deer Management page. ** Only teal and wood duck – 6 (of which only 2 wood ducks) Teal only – 6, General duck – 6 ducks, including not more than 2 mallards (of which only 1 can be female), 4 sea ducks (including not more than 3 scoters, long-tailed ducks or eiders and not more than 1 female eider), 3 wood ducks, 2 redheads, 2 black ducks, 2 canvas-backed ducks, 1 pintail, 1 speckled duck (Florida duck) and 1 piping duck. 1 Scaup from November 19 to 27 and from December 10 to January 9, 2 Scaup from January 10 to 29 and during hunting days for young and veterans/waterfowl military. Vessel Engine Restrictions – During the regular duck hunting season (November 19-27 and December 10 to January 29), the use of internal combustion engines is prohibited on Lake Iamonia (except with the permission of the General Manager) and Carr Lake. The use of internal combustion engines over 10 HP on Miccosukee Lake is also prohibited during these dates.

However, internal combustion engines and airfoils can be used during duck season in September and during juvenile and veteran/military bird hunting days on these lakes. Hunters can use any of their antlerless deer licences on agricultural land (Zone 2) included in their licence or purchase antlerless deer licences to hunt in a sub-unit of the metro by selecting the Deer Management Unit (DMU) where the sub-unit is located. The harvest permit is valid throughout the DMU, including sub-units of the metro. For detailed information, including county listings and metro subunit maps, see the 2022 Metro Subunit Guide [PDF]. It is forbidden to take or attempt to take Harlequins, Goose and Purple Gallinules. MNR and partner organizations offer a variety of ways to enjoy the deer hunting season: MNR divides the state into four deer management zones (DMZs) based on habitat type: northern forest, central forest, central farmland and southern farmland. In each DMZ, the department manages deer through Deer Management Units (DMUs), which typically follow county boundaries. Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a degenerative disease of the brain and nerve tissue that infects white-tailed deer and other deer. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources began monitoring the state`s wild white-tailed deer for CWD in 1999. The first positive results were obtained in 2002 during trials on deer shot by hunters in November 2001.

While it is not necessary to test a deer shot, hunters are encouraged to learn about CWD in Wisconsin and keep abreast of mandatory bait and feeding restrictions. Non-toxic shot, ducks, geese or coots in possession of a bullet (shot or shot loose for rags by mouth), excluding approved non-toxic shot. A list of authorized non-toxic vaccines can be found on the FWS page. If you have questions about migratory bird regulation, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-5878. For information on federal hunting regulations or violations, contact U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Special Constables: Groveland 352-429-1037; Ft. Myers 239-561-8144; Miami 305-526-2610; Vero Beach 772-469-4224 or Tallahassee 850-925-6121.For more information on waterfowl conservation and management in Florida, see MyFWC.com/Duck Stay ahead of the curve by preparing for this year`s hunting season: *** Only juveniles 15 years of age and under are allowed to hunt ducks, pale geese, Canada geese, harganes, coots and common gelinule while supervised by a non-hunting adult 18 years of age and older. The catch and possession limits for each species are listed in the table above.

Here you can find more information about hunting days for young waterfowl. MNR offers a variety of resources to track crop statistics over time: County Deer Advisory Councils (CADCs) provide feedback each spring on the upcoming season structure and antler-free harvest quotas for each DMU. Visit our CWD page to learn more about screening your deer and what you can do to slow the spread. These timber-free harvesting permits can be filled with any type of weapon during the corresponding season. They must be completed in the zone, unit and type of land (public or private) indicated in each harvest permit. Enhanced first-come, first-served harvest permits are available for $12 each for residents, $20 each for non-residents and $5 for young hunters under 12 years of age. Wisconsin is nationally recognized as one of the nation`s premier white-tailed deer hunting states, boasting both an abundant herd and a proven reputation for producing some of the world`s largest males. With over seven million acres of land open to public hunting in a variety of habitats, you can have the experience that`s right for you. From hiking all day on a cool trail in the great Northwoods to the fertile river bottoms and farmland of the south. Must have a migratory bird permit (free of charge) as well as a hunting permit to hunt all species listed above except crows. September 17-21 (teal and wood duck only)September 22-25 (blue-green only)Dec 19-27 January 10-29 Printed copies will be sent to all successful applicants for the wolf hunting licence.

Hunters can also apply for a free antlerless deer hunting permit or purchase a antlerless deer harvesting permit.