Youth Waterfowl Hunt September 29 and 30

Youth hunters between the ages of 10 to 15 can get an early shot at a duck or goose by participating in the youth waterfowl hunt on September 29 and 30. The rules for the youth hunt are simple. The hunters must have a valid hunting license, including the migratory bird validation. They also must be accompanied by a licensed adult 18 years old or older while hunting. They do not need a federal duck stamp, but non-toxic shot is required. The goal of the program is to give youths an opportunity to hunt waterfowl before they are disturbed by hunters during the general season. It's a great opportunity to get them out hunting without the pressures surrounding the general opener. Bag limits for ducks and geese will remain the same as for the general season. Hunters are allowed to harvest seven ducks, but can include no more than: two canvasback, one pintail, two redheads, two mallard hens or three scaups. They can also harvest four geese. Hunters opting to hunt on private land are reminded to ask first before hunting. For more information on the youth waterfowl hunt, call 208-324-4359.