September Geese and Teal Offer September Waterfowling Opportunities

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September is a big month for hunters across Oklahoma, and not just for those pursuing doves. The resident goose season (Sept. 1-10) opens the same day as dove season, and about two weeks later, teal hunters get to hit the field as well.

During the resident goose season, shooting hours are one half hour before official sunrise to one half hour after official sunset. Electronic calls and unplugged shotguns are permitted, and hunters can harvest five geese daily.

Bluewing and greenwing teal are the first ducks to migrate through Oklahoma, and hunters will have the opportunity to pursue the small birds Sept. 13-28 as they migrate southward on their traditional journey to wintering grounds in Mexico and Central and South America. The limit on teal is four daily.

To participate in the September teal season or resident Canada goose season, hunters must possess a resident or nonresident Oklahoma hunting license, a Fishing and Hunting Legacy Permit and a Harvest Information Permit (HIP). Additionally, hunters 16 years old and older must carry on his person a valid federal duck stamp and Oklahoma waterfowl license, unless otherwise exempt.

All waterfowl hunting is restricted to federally-approved nontoxic shot in all areas of the state. Possession of lead shot while hunting waterfowl is prohibited.

For complete regulations, consult the “2008-09 Oklahoma Hunting Guide" or log onto the Wildlife Department’s Web site at wildlifedepartment.com.

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