Summary
Hunters will see a one-week delay to the start of the upland game season this fall to protect bird populations recovering from dry conditions. State biologists explained that hunting birds while they are heavily reliant on water sources can put extra stress on local coveys.
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
None directly associated with hunting license revenues discussed.
Upland game bird populations needing protection during low-production years.
Local hunters who prefer an earlier start to the upland bird hunting season.
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