Post by ridge on Sept 29, 2017 3:14:27 GMT -5
Current/Upcoming Seasons
Goose Season Dates
North Zone: Sept. 1 - Dec. 16th
Middle Zone: Sept. 1-30 and October 7 - Dec. 22
South Zone: Sept. 1 – 30, Oct. 14 – Dec. 10, Dec. 30 – 31 and Jan. 27 – Feb.12, 2018
Allegan County GMU: Sept. 1-10 and Nov. 11 – Feb. 15, 2018
Muskegon County GMU: Oct. 17 – Nov. 14 and Dec. 2 – 19
Duck Season Dates
North Zone: Sept. 30 – Nov. 26 and Dec. 2 -3
Middle Zone: Oct. 7 – Dec. 3 and Dec. 16-17
South Zone: Oct. 14 – Dec. 10 and Dec. 30 – 31
Thank you hunters for your interest in Michigan waterfowl hunting, and good luck this season as you enjoy the hunt while contributing to the conservation of Michigan's natural resources!
Goose Season New Regulations
Canada geese, white-fronted geese (or specklebellies), and brant are now part of a dark goose aggregate daily bag limit. From Sept. 1 – 30, the Dark goose aggregate daily bag limit for Canada geese, white-fronted geese and brant is five, only one of which can be a brant. After Sept. 30, the daily limit for dark geese is five, only three of which can be Canada Geese and one of which can be a brant.
In simpler terms, hunters can harvest five dark geese per day in September, only one of which can be a brant. All five dark geese harvested could be Canada geese. After September 30, hunters can still harvest five dark geese per day, however, only three can be Canada geese, and only one can be a brant. Three Canada geese can be harvested daily after Sept. 30, and the remainder of the aggregate daily bag limit can be filled with two white-fronted geese or a white-fronted goose and a brant.
Duck Season New Regulations
Regulation changes for 2017-2018 include an increased black duck bag limit and a decreased pintail bag limit. Hunters may take two black ducks and one pintail per day this season.
Waterfowl hunting regulations and bag limits can be found in the 2017-2018 Michigan Waterfowl Hunting Digest. Digests are available at DNR Customer Service Centers, wildlife field offices, license agents, or at www.michigan.gov/waterfowl.
Open Houses at Michigan's Wetland Wonders
Try hunting at one of Michigan’s managed waterfowl hunt areas, also known as Michigan’s Wetland Wonders? Open houses will be held at the southeast Michigan’s Wetland Wonders in October to help you get to know the areas.
Open houses provide an opportunity for you to learn about Michigan’s waterfowl management techniques, including habitat restoration and wildlife control. You will have the opportunity to take a guided tour to see how the nearby hunting areas are maintained. You can also partake in a mock hunt drawing process, so you know what to expect when you come to hunt!
Open houses begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at the following locations:
Oct. 3 – Crow Island State Game Area – Corner of Westervelt and Kochville Roads, Zilwaukee
Oct. 4 – Shiawassee River State Game Area – 225 East Spruce St., St. Charles, 48655 - (989) 865-6211
Oct. 10 – Fish Point State Game Area – 7750 Ringle Road, Unionville 48767 - (989) 674-2511
Oct. 11 – St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area - 3857 Columbine Road, Harsens Island, 48028 - (810) 748-9504
Oct. 11 – Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area – 1570 N. Tower Beach Rd., Pinconning 48650- (989) 697-5101
Oct. 12 – Pointe Mouillee State Game Area – 37025 Mouillee Rd, Rockwood, 48173 (734) 379-9692
Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
Invasive plants and animals like Phragmites, European frog-bit, and zebra mussels can be detrimental to wildlife habitats. They can also reduce hunting opportunities and can damage equipment.
Invasive species are often spread unintentionally. Microscopic organisms and aquatic vegetation readily attach to equipment, and are unknowingly transported from one wetland to another because of the lack of proper steps to remove them. Watch this video for reminders about how to help prevent the spread of invasive species.
Avian Influenza Reminder
Avian Influenza is caused by viruses that infect both wild and domestic birds. In the U.S., dabbling ducks are the most commonly infected wild species, but geese, swans, shorebirds and other species can also be infected.
To keep yourself and your family healthy and safe this season, remember the following tips when processing your harvest:
Harvest only waterfowl that act and look healthy.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling carcasses.
Wear gloves while processing waterfowl.
Remove and discard intestines soon after harvesting, and avoid direct contact with the intestinal contents.
Wash hands, utensils, and work surfaces before and after handling any meat.
Keep waterfowl cool (either with ice or refrigeration) below 45°F until processed, then refrigerate or freeze.
Cook waterfowl to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Questions?
Call 517-284-WILD (9453)
Goose Season Dates
North Zone: Sept. 1 - Dec. 16th
Middle Zone: Sept. 1-30 and October 7 - Dec. 22
South Zone: Sept. 1 – 30, Oct. 14 – Dec. 10, Dec. 30 – 31 and Jan. 27 – Feb.12, 2018
Allegan County GMU: Sept. 1-10 and Nov. 11 – Feb. 15, 2018
Muskegon County GMU: Oct. 17 – Nov. 14 and Dec. 2 – 19
Duck Season Dates
North Zone: Sept. 30 – Nov. 26 and Dec. 2 -3
Middle Zone: Oct. 7 – Dec. 3 and Dec. 16-17
South Zone: Oct. 14 – Dec. 10 and Dec. 30 – 31
Thank you hunters for your interest in Michigan waterfowl hunting, and good luck this season as you enjoy the hunt while contributing to the conservation of Michigan's natural resources!
Goose Season New Regulations
Canada geese, white-fronted geese (or specklebellies), and brant are now part of a dark goose aggregate daily bag limit. From Sept. 1 – 30, the Dark goose aggregate daily bag limit for Canada geese, white-fronted geese and brant is five, only one of which can be a brant. After Sept. 30, the daily limit for dark geese is five, only three of which can be Canada Geese and one of which can be a brant.
In simpler terms, hunters can harvest five dark geese per day in September, only one of which can be a brant. All five dark geese harvested could be Canada geese. After September 30, hunters can still harvest five dark geese per day, however, only three can be Canada geese, and only one can be a brant. Three Canada geese can be harvested daily after Sept. 30, and the remainder of the aggregate daily bag limit can be filled with two white-fronted geese or a white-fronted goose and a brant.
Duck Season New Regulations
Regulation changes for 2017-2018 include an increased black duck bag limit and a decreased pintail bag limit. Hunters may take two black ducks and one pintail per day this season.
Waterfowl hunting regulations and bag limits can be found in the 2017-2018 Michigan Waterfowl Hunting Digest. Digests are available at DNR Customer Service Centers, wildlife field offices, license agents, or at www.michigan.gov/waterfowl.
Open Houses at Michigan's Wetland Wonders
Try hunting at one of Michigan’s managed waterfowl hunt areas, also known as Michigan’s Wetland Wonders? Open houses will be held at the southeast Michigan’s Wetland Wonders in October to help you get to know the areas.
Open houses provide an opportunity for you to learn about Michigan’s waterfowl management techniques, including habitat restoration and wildlife control. You will have the opportunity to take a guided tour to see how the nearby hunting areas are maintained. You can also partake in a mock hunt drawing process, so you know what to expect when you come to hunt!
Open houses begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at the following locations:
Oct. 3 – Crow Island State Game Area – Corner of Westervelt and Kochville Roads, Zilwaukee
Oct. 4 – Shiawassee River State Game Area – 225 East Spruce St., St. Charles, 48655 - (989) 865-6211
Oct. 10 – Fish Point State Game Area – 7750 Ringle Road, Unionville 48767 - (989) 674-2511
Oct. 11 – St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area - 3857 Columbine Road, Harsens Island, 48028 - (810) 748-9504
Oct. 11 – Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area – 1570 N. Tower Beach Rd., Pinconning 48650- (989) 697-5101
Oct. 12 – Pointe Mouillee State Game Area – 37025 Mouillee Rd, Rockwood, 48173 (734) 379-9692
Help Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
Invasive plants and animals like Phragmites, European frog-bit, and zebra mussels can be detrimental to wildlife habitats. They can also reduce hunting opportunities and can damage equipment.
Invasive species are often spread unintentionally. Microscopic organisms and aquatic vegetation readily attach to equipment, and are unknowingly transported from one wetland to another because of the lack of proper steps to remove them. Watch this video for reminders about how to help prevent the spread of invasive species.
Avian Influenza Reminder
Avian Influenza is caused by viruses that infect both wild and domestic birds. In the U.S., dabbling ducks are the most commonly infected wild species, but geese, swans, shorebirds and other species can also be infected.
To keep yourself and your family healthy and safe this season, remember the following tips when processing your harvest:
Harvest only waterfowl that act and look healthy.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling carcasses.
Wear gloves while processing waterfowl.
Remove and discard intestines soon after harvesting, and avoid direct contact with the intestinal contents.
Wash hands, utensils, and work surfaces before and after handling any meat.
Keep waterfowl cool (either with ice or refrigeration) below 45°F until processed, then refrigerate or freeze.
Cook waterfowl to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Questions?
Call 517-284-WILD (9453)