News of the Week
For Immediate Release: WEEK OF AUGUST 9, 2012
Free Hunting Days pave way for taking someone hunting
Oklahoma Free Hunting Days take place Sept.
1-2,
during which Oklahoma residents do not need a hunting license or
HIP permit to go afield.
According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife
Conservation’s migratory game bird biologist, Free Hunting Days
is a great way to introduce someone to hunting.
“Dove season is a great time to introduce or
reintroduce people to the world of hunting,” Richardson said.
“Gear requirements are low, doves are found everywhere and
usually in high numbers, and the hunting can occur in more of a
social type outing — perfect for those new hunters who need
supervision or instruction. And with the Free Hunting Days,
potential new hunters don’t even have to buy a license to try
this out.”
In addition to dove hunting, squirrel season is open
and there are other year-round hunting opportunities are
available as well for species such as coyotes. To see a full
listing of hunting opportunities, consult the current “Oklahoma
Hunting Guide,” available free on wildlifedepartment.com or
anywhere hunting licenses are sold.
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