The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting seasons in September. Hunters can once again head to Wisconsin’s wild spaces as these seasons open across the state.
There are six dates throughout September when seasons open. Hunters are encouraged to double-check season dates and that they have acquired all necessary licenses and stamps before going out for a hunt.
Already open as of Sept. 1 are seasons for the common gallinule, early Canada goose, early teal, mourning dove, rail and snipe.
Bear season opened Sept. 4.
Coming up and set to open Sept. 14 are seasons for cottontail rabbit (Northern Zone), deer (archery and crossbow), ruffed grouse (Zone A), squirrels, turkey and youth waterfowl.
Regular goose season opens Sept. 16.
Seasons for duck in the Northern Zone and woodcock open Sept. 21, while duck season in the Southern Zone will open Sept. 28.
The DNR also reminds hunters of mobile-friendly online resources — including hunting regulations, season dates, hunting hours and more — available on the DNR’s hunting webpage. Hunters can find information on species population levels and hunting opportunities on the DNR’s fall hunting forecasts.
A list of public lands open to hunting is available using the public access lands webpage. This web resource lets hunters plan their next adventure from the comfort of their home.
The fields and forest lands interactive game bird hunting tool provides hunters information on managed dove fields, as well as habitat for hunting ruffed grouse and woodcock.
Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1973, must have a hunter education certification to purchase a hunting license unless hunting under the Mentored Hunting Law. Learn more about safe hunting in Wisconsin and register to take a hunter education course on the DNR website.
Get ready for fall hunting seasons
