Organizations
2008 Early Migratory Bird Season Dates
2008 Ohio Dove Season
September 1 through October22
December 8 through December 26
Daily limit 15
2008 Early Canada Goose Season
September 1 through September 15
Daily limit 3
2008 Early Teal Season
September 6 through September 21
Limit 4
Shooting hours for early season are sunrise to sunset
2008-2009 Ohio South Zone Waterfowl seasons
Ducks
October 18 through November 2
December 6 through January 18
Daily bag limits: Daily bag limit of 6 ducks not to include more than 4 mallards (only1 of which may be a hen), 3 wood ducks, 1 black duck, 2 redheads, 3 mottled ducks, or 1 pintail. No canvasback may be taken. Check regulations about Scaup seasons.
Goose
October 18 through November 5
December 6 through January 25
Daily bag limit: Daily bag limit of 2 Canada geese, 10 light geese (snows, blues, & Ross), 2 white-fronted geese, and 2 Brant.
Shooting hours - Daily hunting hours 1/2 hour before sunrise to sunset for the regular waterfowl season
News from Bluebill Retrievers
The upcoming hunting season will soon be starting. It kind of slipped up on me this year. I was hoping to have Torrie ready for hunting doves but it didn't work out that way. Connie is working on Torrie's obedience skills and she is coming along really well. Hopefully she will get a few birds in December and January.
Some tips on hunting in the early season
I would like to give a couple of helpful hints on hunting the early migratory bird season. It's usually hot weather, and when you are hunting with your dog you should keep a watchful eye and make sure they don't get over heated. This can happen quickly, especially with young pups and older dogs. You should take plenty of water and keep your buddy hydrated. Watch for discoloration of their tongue and gums.
It's not worth jeopardizing your hunting buddy's health.