MONTGOMERY-The Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) has designated November 19, 2016, and February 4, 2017, as Special Youth Waterfowl Hunting Days. On those days, youth under age 16 may hunt when accompanied by a licensed adult hunter. Regular waterfowl season shooting hours, bag limits, legal arms and ammunitions apply to the special days.
To participate in the hunt, individuals must be accompanied by an adult supervisor. The adult supervisor, who may not hunt, must remain within arm’s length of the youth at all times. The adult supervisor may accompany up to two youth participants during the hunt.
Youth is defined as an individual age 15 years and younger. Adult is defined as an individual age 25 years and older, or as the parent of the youth. The adult must have a state hunting license, state and federal waterfowl stamps, and a free harvest information program stamp.
Only one firearm will be allowed per youth, and only the youth hunters will be permitted to utilize the firearm for hunting. The adult is expected to review the rules of firearm safety and hunter ethics with each youth and ensure they are followed.
For more information on the Special Youth Waterfowl Hunting Days, contact the WFF Wildlife Section at (334) 242-3469 or visit www.outdooralabama.com/
Media Release/Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
