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Ohio Waterfowl Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Season First Split
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Shotgun
Early
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Shotgun
Hunting
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Youth hunters
Hunters 17 years old or younger may hunt waterfowl statewide on public and private lands. Ducks, geese, and coots may be taken under bag limits established for the regular season. Hunting hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to sunset.
Military
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Shotgun · Veteran
Military Hunting
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Veteran
Active duty military and veterans may hunt waterfowl. Bag limits are the same as the regular season. Active duty military, veterans, and youth may hunt waterfowl together during this special season. The hunter must be a veteran or a member of the armed forces on active duty.
Youth Waterfowl Season
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Shotgun · Youth hunters
Season Second Split
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Shotgun
Ohio Waterfowl Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
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| Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp: Free Senior Resident | OTC | Senior hunters | $0.00 |
Resident only. Free senior stamp. A transaction fee may apply for online and in-app license and permit sales. | |||
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp | OTC | — | $15.00 |
Available to both resident and nonresident. A transaction fee may apply for online and in-app license and permit sales. | |||
