My Son Just Turned 16. Can He Hunt the Federal Youth Waterfowl Hunt?

February 3, 2010

Question: I have a question about whether my son is still eligible to hunt the special federal youth waterfowl hunt. He was 15 when the season began but just turned 16 in December. We usually hunt at a club in the Suisun Bay. (Joe P.)

Answer: Unfortunately, the Youth Waterfowl Hunting Days regulations state that “youth hunters must be 15 years of age or younger” at the time the hunt is conducted. I’m afraid your son has outgrown this particular hunting opportunity.