Sea duck hunting is done over open water, and its extremely fastpaced. The atlantic flyway is home to a wide range of habitats, a variety of species, and unique hunting styles. The chesapeake bay is a traditional hunting area for bluebills and to a lesser extent, canvasbacks and redheads. If you hunt waterfowl or fish the waters of maryland, you can enjoy. On the eastern shore of maryland conditions are ideal to attract and hold high populations of ducks. Waterfowl hunting goose and duck hunting on marylands eastern shore. With the first split of the duck season just days away and the migratory seasons for. Get more birds on the ground with waterfowl hunting tips from the experts at guide outdoors. Chesapeake bay sea duck hunting maryland waterfowl hunting. Most avid duck hunters understand that the chesapeake bay area provides some of the best waterfowl hunting in the world. We have frontage on still pond creek with a jon boat, canoe, picnic table, fire pit and so on for leisurely enjoyment of an unequaled view and. Hunting season hq is the source for the most up to date information about 20172018 hunting seasons in the us. Welcome to maryland waterfowl hunting maryland dnr. See fluorescent color clothing requirements and exceptions hunting regulations.
Public hunting within the boundaries of assateague island national seashore is recognized as a recreational activity and is required in the legislation that established the national seashore public law 89195. Waterfowl hunting goose and duck hunting on maryland s eastern shore. Season 1 episode 8 the eastern shore part 2 youtube. Migratory game bird hunting seasons proposed maryland. Show 4 season 4 the grind waterfowl tv travels to the maryland coast for a sea duck hunt with capt. Visit the maryland department of natural resources website for more detailed information. Maryland hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. The proof of purchase will expire after 45 days after which purchaser must then possess the stamp, signed in ink, while hunting waterfowl and coots. Have a safe 20192020 season brush up on hunter safety tips click here for electronic version.
All other species of ducks may be taken up to the six duck limit. Federal regulations hunting of migratory game birds. Department accepting submissions for wild maryland recipes february 27, 2020 maryland hunters harvest nearly 80,000 deer during 20192020 season february, 2020 winter turkey season sees harvest increase january 30, 2020 winter youth waterfowl hunt day feb. Maryland hunting season dates for geese ducks and deer. The eastern shore is known as the goose hunting capital of the world and is known to have some of the best waterfowl hunting grounds. In fact, maryland s general assembly passed the first state law concerning waterfowl hunting in 1833. Bag limit is 1 per day with no more than 1 per permitted bear hunting team and possession limit is 1 per season with no more than 1 per permitted bear hunting team. Black duck management update atlantic flyway mute swam management plan july 2015.
All hunts are conducted from field pits, aframes, river blinds, and. Marylands eastern shore is rated among the best waterfowl hunting in the world. Landwatch has 472 listings for sale with hunting in maryland. Dnr releases 2015 midwinter waterfowl survey results. Deer taken by junior hunters during these days do not count towards the regular archery, muzzleloader or firearms seasons bag limits. Florida, georgia, maine, maryland, massachusetts, new hampshire.
Waterfowl hunting maryland fishing and hunting, llc. Dnr releases 2015 midwinter waterfowl survey results february 23, 2015. Jan 18, 2016 archery hunters in allegany and garrett counties are required to wear fluorescent orange when the black bear season is open. With our inventory of farms and over twenty five pits and standups we never, ever overshoot our properties. Cory dukehart of westminster, maryland, is an avid waterfowler and mossy oaks atlantic flyway regional prostaff manager. Come and enjoy the old time tradition of goose and duck hunting on maryland s eastern shore. All of your indiana hunting seasons information can be found on this page. Keep up to date with all the news and changes for the indiana hunting seasons. The daily bag limit is two geese a day in the canada goose hunting zone. The shooting of crippled sea ducks from a motorboat under power will be permitted in the designated sea duck hunting area. Seasons for eastern shore maryland hunting deer, goose, and ducks.
The mdwfa has the same mission and passion that it started with, to protect and further the sport of waterfowling in maryland. The federal duck stamp does not have to be attached to the hunting license. In fact, maryland s general assembly passed the first state law concerning waterfowl hunting. For the upcoming sea duck hunting season, please contact marc spagnola at 7173241649 to discuss the number in your hunting party, available hunting dates and specific needs to allow us to provide you with complete package pricing. This page is for maryland duck and goose hunting reports, pictures and overall fun. Duck hunting cecil county maryland january 23, 2015. Maryland hunting on the eastern shore with ruin gun club. Bag limits, special seasons and hunting regulations for maryland hunting seasons do vary based on animal and seasons. Owned and operated by a native eastern shoreman, tom marvel is a fourth generation waterfowl guide following the tradition started by his greatgrandfather in the 1920s.
Maryland s eastern shore is rated among the best waterfowl hunting in the world. In order to hunt ducks and geese in indiana, all individuals must have an indiana hunting license, an indiana waterfowl stamp privilege, and a free harvest information program hip validation number. Hindman emphasizes that weather is a notable factor in duck and goose movements, especially in regard to the location of diving ducks. Youth waterfowl hunting days on november 7, 2015 and february 6, 2016 regular duck hunting season segments on october 1017, november 1427 and december 15january 30, with a daily bag limit of six ducks, including two canvasbacks. A place to learn from others, share information and gain knowledge on duck hunting in maryland, of the fabled chesapeake bay. Maryland waterfowlers association the voice of maryland. Shooting hours for all duck and coot seasons are from onehalf. Cold front moving in on my duck hunt on maryland s eastern.
The eastern shore of maryland is known for some of the best waterfowl hunting grounds and offers excellent opportunities for deer and turkey as well. A maryland snow goose conservation order hunting season permit hunting licenses is required to participate in the light goose conservation order season. The maryland waterfowlers association mdwfa is the only sportsmens organization dedicated exclusively to the issues of waterfowl hunting in maryland. Maryland waterfowl hunting guide wayne gatling guide service. Follow the link below to view current regulations for migratory game bird seasons and limits for sea ducks. Join black duck outfitters professional waterfowl guides in maryland for an exciting hunt this season. December 20 january 4 and january 14 january 31 first quality is what hesters wild wings maryland is all about. Junior hunters can also earn an official junior hunter certificate. Eastern shore guide service is operated on marylands eastern shore specializing in waterfowl hunts for canada geese, puddle ducks and diver ducks. Two new laws for marylands outdoorsmen effective october 1, 2015. The regulations for hunting within assateague island national seashore are designed to. Strategically located on maryland s eastern shore, hesters wild wings maryland provides unmatched waterfowl hunting paired with excellent accommodations. Your hunts are guaranteed to be enjoyable while hunting our prime waterfowl properties in established flyways. Persistance creek productions introduces southern maryland waterfowl season 2014 2015.
Illinois digest of hunting and trapping regulations. Canada goose hunting guides and lodge wild wings maryland. Service proposes waterfowl hunting season 2015 news releases. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Williamson outfitters offers quality canada goose and duck hunting on maryland s eastern shore offering thousands of acres of prime hunting properties in established flyways. We offer sea duck hunting, diver duck hunting, canada goose hunting, snow goose hunting, and puddle duck hunting in the famous chesapeake bay region of maryland. All game species seasons and bag limits game mammals. Maryland hunting land for sale 472 listings landwatch. Everything you need to plan your maryland hunting trips for 2020. Regular duck hunting season segments on october 1017, november 1427 and december 15january 30, with a daily bag limit of six ducks, including two canvasbacks. Service proposes waterfowl hunting season 2015 2016 frameworks.
Maryland waterfowl and deer hunting ocean city fishing. Maryland duck hunting is a special experience for seasoned hunters or beginners alike. Maryland waterfowl hunting seasons williamson outfitters. Duck and snow goose hunting in maryland, delaware snow goose and duck hunting guided waterfowl hunting trips in maryland, delaware, new york and canada. Split season hunt for migrating waterfowl maryland s migratory atlantic population canada goose hunting season begins nov. Call tollfree in maryland at 18776208dnr 8367 out of state. Dec, 2019 ducks unlimited calendar gun giveaways are one of the many exciting ways that devoted volunteers from across the country raise critical funds for dus conservation mission. Aug 03, 2015 the proposed federal frameworks 2015 16 late seasons include duck hunting season lengths of 60 days in both the atlantic and mississippi flyways, 74 days in the central flyway with an additional 23 days in the high plains areas, and 107 days in the pacific flyway. Wayne gatling is your maryland hunting guide offering maryland waterfowl hunting and some of the finest duck and goose hunting on maryland s eastern shore. Hunters may only harvest up to 4 long tailed ducks, 4 eiders, or 4 scoters. The daily bag limit is the maximum number of migratory game birds of a single species or. Daylight fluorescent color clothing is not required to hunt migratory game birds except woodcock.
Oct 06, 2015 two new laws for marylands outdoorsmen effective october 1, 2015 one changes the test of when a hunter is liable for hunting over bait, the other gives those who buy fishing licenses a full year of fishing privileges. Chesapeake guide service is an established wingshooting operation with its roots deeply embedded in the waterfowl hunting history of marylands eastern shore. View listing photos, contact sellers, and use filters to find listings of land for sale landwatch. We have large flooded impoundments with flooded standing corn that we use as sanctuaries which holds birds all season. Looking for a lease for 2014 2015 season by innocenti123. During july 2015, western illinois university wiu researchers initiated a multiyear study to. Eastern shore guide service maryland duck hunting guide.
Eastern shore guide service is operated on maryland s eastern shore specializing in waterfowl hunts for canada geese, puddle ducks and diver ducks. Maryland waterfowl hunting guides wild wings maryland. Before and after the waterfowl season, our lodge is available for rent to enjoy the farm and all the numerous activities available on the eastern shore. Youth waterfowl hunting days on november 7, 2015 and february 6, 2016. Shooting hours for all duck and coot seasons are from onehalf hour before sunrise to sunset. Located on the chesapeake bay, maryland, immersed in the history and beginnings of modern day waterfowling and charter fishing, where waterfowl hunting and charter fishing are much more than a passion or a weekend hobby but rather a way of life. Come and enjoy the old time tradition of goose and duck hunting on marylands eastern shore. No article on the early days of waterfowling is complete without mention of the chesapeake region and places such as the susquehanna flats. The daily bag limit is two geese a day in the canada goose hunting. Marylands history and tradition of waterfowl hunting is as rich as any in the nation. Persistance creek productions introduces southern maryland waterfowl season 20142015. If you have questions or you would like to book a sea duck hunt or maryland waterfowl hunt with us, give captain marc spagnola a call or text at 7173241649.
New in 2019 are special dates for veterans to hunt waterfowl. The daily bag limit for sea ducks is 5 in the special sea duck zone. Dnr announces 20152016 late waterfowl seasons maryland. Shooting hours for all duck and coot seasons are from one half. Black duck outfitters maryland duck hunting takes place in the legendary chesapeake bay region and can be customized for guest preferences of sea duck hunts, diver duck hunts, puddle duck hunts, snow geese and atlantic brant. Migratory game bird hunting rules and regulations for brant, coots, doves, ducks, geese, rails, snipe and woodcock. For late season hunting, weather is a factor, especially when considering diving ducks, he notes. Keys to aid hunters in identification of live decoys. The possession limit is three times the daily bag limit. Maryland hunting seasons delbay guide service we specialize in snow goose hunting 20182019 maryland waterfowl seasons and bag limits snow geese october 1 november 23 december 10 february 4 snow geese conservation season ecallers, unplugged guns november 26 december 8 february 4 april 15 canada.
The 6 duck limit including mergansers shall consist of no more than 5 longtailed ducks, 4 scoters, 4 mallards max. Southern maryland waterfowl season 20142015 deer hunting. Maryland duck hunting guide sea duck guide spring snow. Maryland waterfowl hunting for sea ducks on the chesapeake. Maryland ducks unlimited, maryland events, maryland news. Outfitting professionally since 1971, wayne has established shooting locations including impoundments, creek blinds and fields. Williamson outfitters is operated on maryland s eastern shore specializing in waterfowl hunts for canada geese, puddle ducks and diver ducks. Jan 27, 2015 what is a sea duck and how do you hunt them. Maryland holds 3 junior hunt days for deer, turkey and migratory game birds.
Hunters must possess the printed validation showing proof of the purchase of this permit while hunting. Williamson outfitters offers quality canada goose and duck hunting on marylands eastern shore offering thousands of acres of prime hunting properties in established flyways. Each winter, aerial survey teams of pilots and biologists from the u. Maryland waterfowl hunting lodge wild wings maryland. Aug 27, 2015 the maryland department of natural resources announced today the 2015 2016 late waterfowl seasons. The numbers of mallards and canvasbacks taken from lands around the upper chesapeake last year is staggering. Thats why we only take two blinds per day with a maximum of four hunters per blind. To all fellow waterfowl hunters snow goose hunting maryland or snow goose hunting new york. The maryland department of natural resources announced today the 2015 2016 late waterfowl seasons. The complete list of recommended migratory game bird seasons can be viewed online and once finalized will appear in the 20192020 maryland guide to hunting and trapping and on the departments hunting webpage. Deer archery season is open on sundays october 4, 11, 18 and 25 and november 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2015 on private and designated public lands only.
We offer complete hunting and lodging packages suitable for relaxing with a group of friends or entertaining clients. Splitseason hunt for migrating waterfowl marylands migratory atlantic population canada goose hunting season begins nov. Migratory game bird hunting maryland hunting seasons. Season 1 episode 8 the eastern shore part 2 drake waterfowl systems. New laws go into effect to help maryland outdoorsmen. This video was shot completely by a small group of friends in the southern maryland area and encompasses the entire 2014 2015 waterfowl season from the excitement of opening day to the bitter end of the last day. Life at chesapeake bay outdoors revolves around two things, charter fishing and waterfowl hunting. Williamson outfitters will provide you with a hunt to remember.