INDIANA – If you haven’t been bird hunting yet, it’s not too late.
Several migratory bird hunting seasons open in October.
Check out these migratory bird season dates below to plan your upcoming hunting trips.
Ducks and coots:
- North Zone: Oct. 28 – Dec. 17, Dec. 26 – Jan. 3
- Central Zone: Nov. 4 – Nov. 12, Nov. 24 – Jan. 13
- South Zone: Nov. 11 – 12, Dec. 2 – Jan. 28
Geese:
- North Zone: Oct. 28 – Nov. 5, Nov. 18 – Feb. 11
- Central Zone: Nov. 4 – 18, Nov. 24 – Feb. 11
- South Zone: Nov. 11 – Feb. 11
Since 2019, DNR has held special dates for youth and veterans to hunt waterfowl in Indiana. If you’re interested in joining one of these 2023 hunt weekends, visit your favorite duck hunting spot on some of the dates listed below:
- North Zone: Oct. 21 – 22
- Central Zone: Oct. 28 – 29
- South Zone: Nov. 4 – 5
Indiana residents who have served in the armed forces and have a documented, service-connected disability are eligible for a DAV license.
For more information on full-season dates and bag limits, visit the DNR website on migratory bird regulations.
