If I see a grouse while I'm deer hunting, do I have to have a shotgun to shoot it?

Answer: 
No. The upland game rules offer an exception for forest grouse to address this exact situation. Unlike other birds, you can take a forest grouse with a center-fire weapon, a sling shot, or even a stick or a rock. It is still not legal to take a forest grouse with a trap, snare, net or crossbow.
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Sunday, September 18, 2005 - 6:00 PM MDT