Duck Hunting
If planning to hunt Duck in Idaho remember to:
- Purchase a Federal Migratory Bird Stamp and the Federal Migratory Game Bird Harvest Information Program validation before hunting waterfowl. Sign your name across the face of the Federal Migratory Bird Stamp.
- Use only non-toxic shot, in a shotgun only capable of holding 3 shells.
- Comply with lawful shooting hours and pay close attention to daily and possession limits by species and sex of species.
Changes to the Electronic Federal Duck Stamp Program
In 2023, Congress passed the Duck Stamp Modernization Act, which makes changes to the Electronic Duck Stamp Program. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is implementing these changes beginning July 1, 2024.
The two major features of the Act provide that: 1) an Electronic Duck Stamp shall remain valid from the day it is sold through the following June 30th, instead of being valid for 45 days from the day of sale; and, 2) that the Secretary shall issue to each individual who purchases an Electronic Duck Stamp an actual Duck Stamp following the March 10 after the Electronic Duck Stamp was purchased.
Additionally, USFWS has also approved an increase to $4.00 for the fulfillment convenience fee due to rising postal costs. Beginning on August 1, 2024, each electronic Federal Duck Stamp sold will be $29.00, plus state fees, for a total in Idaho of $30.75.
For additional details on this change visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website or contact our Licenses Office at licenses@idfg.idaho.gov.