“Our added winter moisture and active calling period led to a very long nesting and hatching season, starting in late April and extending into early summer, with chicks hatching as late as early July,” O’Dell said. “From a population standpoint, we are out of a deficit for the first time since 2001-2002. Quail are starting to pop up in places they haven’t been seen in a while.
“If you’ve never had the chance to experience what Arizona quail hunting built its name on, then this would be the year to get out and enjoy it.”
Meanwhile, hunters should note that the season for Mearns’ quail doesn’t begin until Dec. 4. It’s summer rainfall that plays a key role in nesting success and population numbers of this species. After a spotty and relatively weak monsoon across southern Arizona, these birds are likely to be abundant only in pockets that received sufficient precipitation this summer.
A valid Arizona hunting or combination hunt and fish license is required for all hunters 10 and older. Those hunters under 10 must either have a valid hunting or combination hunt and fish license, or be accompanied by an adult who possesses a valid hunting or combination hunt and fish license. Licenses can be purchased online or at license dealers statewide. A youth combination hunt and fish license (ages 10 to 17) is $5.
The general bag limit is 15 quail per day in the aggregate, of which no more than eight may be Mearns’ quail (when the Mearns’ season opens Dec. 4). The general possession limit is 45 quail in the aggregate after opening day, of which no more than 15 Gambel’s, scaled or California quail in the aggregate may be taken in any one day. After the opening of the Mearns’ season, the 45-quail possession limit may include 24 Mearns’ quail, of which no more than eight may be taken in any one day.
More quail-hunting information can be found on the department’s website at https://www.azgfd.com/Hunting/. Another resource for both new and experienced hunters alike is “An Introduction to Hunting Arizona’s Small Game.” Written by Randall D. Babb, the 196-page, full-color book covers where and how to hunt small game birds (like quail), squirrels, rabbits, ducks and geese. It also includes how to prepare and cook your harvest, with illustrations and recipes. The book can be ordered for $16.95 at www.azgfd.gov/publications.
Finally, hunters should check out O’Dell’s techniques for field-dressing quail at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gRwZAcWzzk.
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Publishers Notes: OUT OF STATE HUNTERS, FISHERMEN & OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS; Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, there could be limitations for OUT of STATE hunters, fishermen and other outdoor enthusiasts to include a 14-day quarantine requirement or negative COVID-19 testing alternative. Please check with the State's Department of Natural Resources BEFORE you travel or apply for the 2020 Fall Hunts.
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Hawaii 2021-2022 Game Bird Hunting Opens Nov 6th
Submitted by: TBC Press
Posted on: 10/19/21
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| Ring-Necked Pheasant | ||||||
| Green Pheasant | ||||||
| Kalij Pheasant | ||||||
| Gray Francolin | ||||||
| Black Francolin | ||||||
| Erckel’s Francolin | ||||||
| Chukar Partridge | ||||||
| California Quail | ||||||
| Gambel’s Quail | ||||||
| Japanese Quail | ||||||
| Chestnut-bellied Sandgrouse | ||||||
| Mourning Dove | ||||||
| Spotted Dove | ||||||
| Barred Dove | ||||||
| Rio Grande Turkey |
PRIVATELY OWNED LANDS are open to game bird hunting on weekends, State Holidays, and Wednesdays – Thursdays for Units A, G, PTA, and private lands during the regular game bird hunting season, November 6, 2021, through January 30, 2022, with landowner permission and in accordance with HAR Chapter13-122.
FOR ALL AREAS STATEWIDE:
All game bird hunters should be familiar with Title 13, Chapter 122 “Rules Regulating Game Bird Hunting”. Hunters will be required to check-in and out at established hunter check stations or through the OuterSpatial mobile application unless otherwise indicated above. Landowners’ permission is required when seeking to hunt on private land.
PLEASE PREVENT WILDFIRES BY NOT PARKINGOR DRIVING IN TALL GRASS OR BRUSH! Report fires to 911.
To purchase your hunting license or game bird stamp please go to: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/recreation/hunting/.
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Pictures and More information at: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/recreation/hunting/bird/
*** Hunting of peafowl (peacocks) male and female is allowed in Kuaokala (Oahu, HI), no bag limit. ***
The Hawaii DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) announces the opening of the 2021-2022 Game Bird Hunting Season on Saturday, November 6, 2021. The fall game bird hunting season will run through Sunday, January 30, 2022. To comply with federal mandates, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and to meet current state regulations, the last day for hunting mourning dove will be January 16, 2022. A valid hunting license and a game bird stamp are required for all game bird hunting on public and private lands.
Detailed information on hunting units on each island, open days, and other instructions can be found on the DOFAW website under “Hunting Announcements”.
TYPE OF BIRDS:
Ring Necked Pheasant, Green Pheasant, Khali Pheasant, Gray, Black and Erckels Francolin, Chukar Partridge, California Quail, Japanese Quail, Gambels Quail, Chestnut Sand Grouse, 3 species of dove, (including Laceneck) and the Rio Grande Turkey.
Hunting of peafowl (peacocks) (male and female) is allowed in Kuaokala, no bag limit.
