September 1 marks open registration for people wanting to hunt Missouri waterfowl on one of Missouri’s wetland locations managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Waterfowl are water dwelling migratory birds—like ducks and geese—that can be found in lakes, rivers, and ponds.
According to the department, some of the managed wetlands have permanent blinds; others allow hunters to wade in or use their own boat blinds.
Most of the areas are accessible for hunters with disabilities. This list outlines the amenities at each spot.
Daily limits on these birds will differ by species and population size and can be hunted only by shotgun.
According to the department, hunters can apply online to reserve a spot at one of these managed hunt locations. At the website www.mdc.mo.gov, you can search for “Waterfowl Reservations” to sign up.
Open season for snipe, dove, and rail also begins on September 1. Hunters have from September 1 through September 18 to register for an opportunity to hunt waterfowl on those designated MDC lands.
For more information on the seasons and hours of hunting waterfowl in Missouri, you can click here.