The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the state’s 2025-2026 migratory game bird hunting seasons, the first of which begin Sept. 1. Bag limits, season dates, and shooting hours can be found in the 2025-2026 Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping. “Maryland hunters have been waiting for September with a high degree of anticipation, as fall hunting season begins,” said Wildlife and Heritage Director Karina Stonesifer. “Maryland’s diverse landscape and abundant public hunting opportunities offer many options for new and experienced hunters.” Unless otherwise noted, official shooting hours begin 30 minutes before sunrise and end at sunset for all early migratory game bird hunting seasons. Season dates are as follows: Dove, split season First Season: Sept. 1 – Oct. 18 (note: shooting hours for this segment are noon to sunset) Second Season: Oct. 25 – Nov. 28 Third Season: Dec. 20 – Jan. 9, 2026 Woodcock, split season First Season: Oct. 25 – Nov. 28 Second Season: Jan. 12 – 28, 2026 Early resident Canada Goose Season Eastern zone: Sept. 1–15 Western zone: Sept. 1–25 For Early Canada goose season, hunters are allowed to use shotguns capable of holding more than three shells. Shooting hours are extended to a half-hour before sunrise […]
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