TBC Press - Outdoor Hunting, Fishing News

Based on overwhelming support received during public comment in March, Iowa DNR is expanding the definition of fishing tournaments to include virtual fishing tournaments. Anglers photograph and release fish upon catching during a virtual fishing tournament, also known as a catch-photo-release tournament, instead of keeping them in a live well like a traditional fishing tournament. Two types of virtual fishing tournaments will be offered... READ MORE

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Hunters planning to hunt waterfowl in Iowa  fields damaged by the derecho storm on Aug 10 need to be aware of what has taken place in the field after the fact to stay in compliance with the regulations. Migratory waterfowl is under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service who has issued guidance as it relates to waterfowl hunting fields damaged by the storm. Hunters are allowed to hunt waterfowl over fields that were knocked down by the wind because those fields are considered standing crops. However, hunters may not hunt fields knocked down by the wind, not harvested and... READ MORE

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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the state’s 2020-2021 dove hunting seasons. Bag limits, season dates, and shooting hours can be found in the 2020-2021 Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping. Season dates are as follows - First Season: Sept. 1 – Oct. 17,  Second Season: Oct. 24 – Nov. 27 and Third Season Dec. 19 – Jan. 9, 2021. During the first season segment only, shooting hours are from... READ MORE

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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the state’s 2020-2021 migratory game bird hunting seasons. Bag limits, season dates, and shooting hours can be found in the 2020-2021 Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping. Season dates are as follows. Except where otherwise noted, shooting hours begin 30 minutes before sunrise and end at sunset for all early migratory game bird hunting seasons... READ MORE

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It is never too early to plan ahead for Montana FPW Apprentice Hunter Program.  FWP encourages early mail-in certification for eligible Apprentice Hunters in order to avoid crowds and frustration prior to season openers and the youth hunt.  COVID-19 safety protocols are in place at FWP offices and lobby occupancy is very limited, therefore wait times outside may be long. The Apprentice Hunter law allows anyone 10 years of age or older to hunt two license years without completing hunter education. An apprentice hunter may not... READ MORE

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Other proposed changes to 2021 hunting seasons move forward.

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South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) officials is accepting returns from successful applicants in the 2020 Elk, Archery Deer, Gavins Point Paddlefish, apprentice deer, and mentored deer seasons. Hunters have until August 31 to return their licenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Applicants returning a license will receive a full refund and retain their preference points. In addition... READ MORE

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The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Home from the Hunt campaign reminds hunters to follow state and federal laws and practice safe hunting techniques as dove season opens on Sept. 5. The 2020-21 season for mourning and white-winged dove is separated into three segments: Sept. 5 through Oct. 10, Nov. 14 through Nov. 28 and Dec. 12 through Jan. 30. All hunters must follow applicable licensing requirements and hunting regulations. The daily bag limit is... READ MORE

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Oklahoma 2020 Early Teal and Resident Canada Goose Opens Sept 12. Residents & Nonresidents must have a hunting license or proof of exemption. In addition, all hunters, unless otherwise exempt, must carry afield the HIP permit. Federal law requires that every waterfowl hunter 16 and older must carry on their person a valid Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation stamp, signed in ink across the face. These are available for $25 at U.S. post offices, or for $26.50 at any Oklahoma license dealer or online. Season and bag limits are...READ MORE

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    To encourage best fishing practices and improve fish survival, NOAA Fisheries recently announced new gear requirements that will apply to offshore anglers from North Carolina through the Florida East Coast.  As of July 15, 2020, anglers targeting snapper or grouper species is required to have a descending device on board and readily available for use. Additionally, the new rule “requires the use of non-offset, non-stainless steel circle hooks when fishing for snapper-grouper species with... READ MORE

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The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is seeking fields to lease for the upcoming 2020 dove season. The first segment of dove season opens at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Landowners can earn up to $3,600 for providing a dove field for public hunting.  These fields must be available for a minimum of three priority hunt dates in September. The TWRA website has specific information about WMAs and leased dove fields in each region. The hunting access rate paid to landowners for fall leased fields may be up to $75 per acre for a maximum of... READ MORE

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September 1st marks the start of the 2020 dove season for thousands of Texas hunters. While 2020 surveys of dove populations were cancelled due to ongoing public health concerns, the Texas (TPWD) estimates promising hunting conditions ahead of the start of the season. Biologists suggest that dry conditions in the northern and western regions of the state may help concentrate birds around food and water sources during the season. Portions of south Texas and the Rio Grande Valley received significant rainfall but it’s unclear if... READ MORE

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