Michigan: time is running out to apply for reserved waterfowl hunts

Time is running out to apply for reserved waterfowl hunts

Waterfowl reserved hunt applications are available through this Friday, Aug. 28.

Applications are $5, and hunters may apply only once. Apply at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses or anywhere licenses are sold.

Drawing results will be posted Sept. 21.

Reserved hunts will be held mornings and afternoons of the opening weekend of waterfowl hunting season (Oct. 10 and 11) at:

    • Fish Point State Wildlife Area.
    • Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area.
    • Harsens Island Unit of the St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area.
    • Shiawassee River State Game Area.

Another reserved waterfowl hunt opportunity

Hunters have an additional opportunity to participate in a reserved waterfowl hunt by applying for the 2021 Pure Michigan Hunt. Each application is $5, and hunters may apply as many times as they like through Dec. 31. Three lucky winners will receive a hunt package that includes first pick for a reserved waterfowl hunt and elk, bear, turkey and antlerless deer licenses. For more information, visit Michigan.gov/PMH.