Hunting Rules, Licenses, and Seasons

A rooster pheasant stands in a row of corn.
Upland Bird Hunting in Illinois: Pheasant, Quail, Dove, Regulations, and More

While upland hunting opportunities in the Prairie State are limited, they offer a chance to…

Two hunters walk through a harvested crop field in Ohio.
Upland Bird Hunting in Ohio: Pheasant, Bobwhite Quail, Ruffed Grouse, and Other Small Game

Upland bird hunting season dates, limits, and licensing requirements in the Buckeye State Like much…

A sign that says "welcome to Alberta" along a road winding through mountains in Canada.
Upland Bird Hunting in Alberta: Grouse, Ptarmigan, Huns, Pheasants, and More 

Experience Canada’s diverse upland bird hunting opportunities in Alberta Alberta is Canada’s fourth largest province.…

A man sits on the edge of a boat with a gun and his dog.
Bird Hunting in South Carolina for Quail, Doves, and More

From the Piedmont region to the coastal plains, South Carolina offers upland bird hunting opportunities…

A bird hunter walks the edge of a field in Missouri.
Hunting for Bobwhite, Pheasant, and other Small Game in Missouri

Missouri features a plethora of upland bird and small game hunting opportunities on public lands…

Ryan Busse bird hunting with his dogs in Montana
Montana Bird Hunting for Pheasant, Huns, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and More

Upland bird hunting under the big sky of Montana is a beautiful challenge with a…

A bird dog in the mountains of Colorado
Bird Hunting in Colorado – Grouse, Quail, Chukar, Pheasant, and More

Upland bird hunting in this Rocky Mountain state features a variety of species, habitats, and…

A bird's eye view of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge where a lead ammunition ban will go into place.
Understanding USFWS Hunting Regulations Process on National Wildlife Refuges

Explore the intricacies of the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s hunting regulations. Learn about the…

Bird hunters walk along while hunting Sage Grouse in Wyoming
Wyoming’s Bird Hunting Guide: From Sage Grouse to Pheasants

Experience the thrill of bird hunting in Wyoming’s vast landscapes. Dive into our comprehensive guide…

A hunting dog on point while upland bird hunting in North Dakota
North Dakota Upland Hunting Season Dates, License Fees, and More

Embark on a thrilling hunt for grouse and huns amid the serene prairies and rolling…

A Bird hunter walks grasslands in Nebraska.
Upland Hunting in Nebraska: Wild Quail, Prairie Chickens, and More 

Experience Nebraska’s premiere upland bird hunting from grassland bobwhite quail to prairie grouse opportunities. “To…

A hunter walks up on a dog on point while upland bird hunting Oregon for chukar
Bird Hunting in Oregon for Chukar, Huns, Quail, and Pheasant

The sheer variety of hunting opportunities in Oregon embodies the idea of “Jack-of-all-trades, master of…

Two hunters with bird dogs in South Dakota on a hunting trip
South Dakota Bird Hunting for Pheasants, Grouse, and More

There’s a good reason why South Dakota is synonymous with bird hunting. Each fall, South…

A bird hunter with his pointing dog hunting quail in the New Mexico desert
Upland Bird Hunting in New Mexico: Quail, Grouse, Pheasant, Doves, Hunting Regulations, and More

Hunt four species of quail, blue grouse, three types of dove, pheasant, and other small…

Two bird hunters and a bird dog hunting in Idaho.
Bird Hunting in Idaho: Grouse, Quail, Chukar, and More

Who knows how many grouse are hiding in Idaho. Isn’t it time you found out? …

A bird hunter walking in the Wisconsin forest.
Bird Hunting in Wisconsin for Ruffed Grouse, Woodcock, Pheasant, and Dove

In Wisconsin, bird hunting is as lush and alive as the state’s natural beauty. Wisconsin’s…

A new upland hunter with a bird dog and grouse.
A Guide to Upland Hunting

This simple guide will give you a basic understanding of upland bird hunting and what…

A canadian bird hunter with a spruce grouse in Ontario
Upland Hunting in Ontario

Ontario offers vast wilderness and ample upland hunting opportunities from various grouse species to pheasant…

Two bird hunters and a pointing do hunt woodcock in Massachusetts
Bird Hunting in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a storied history in Ruffed Grouse and woodcock hunting. Today, upland hunting persists…

A new hunter taking the hunters safety course exam.
How to Get a Hunting License

This is the year you become a hunter because getting a hunting license is easier…

a ptarmigan grouse stands on a rock in Alaska
Small Game and Bird Hunting in Alaska, Season Dates, Licenses Fees, and New Rules

The adventures of small game and bird hunting are ready for the taking on the…