Dove, pigeon, sandhill crane hunt regulations are online

Applications accepted for limited crane hunts between Aug. 3 and Sept. 1

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Hunters hibernating during the sizzling summer can now go online and get the 2009-10 Arizona Dove and Band-tailed Pigeon Regulations, as well as the 2009 Arizona Sandhill Crane Regulations, at www.azgfd.gov. Printed copies should be in Arizona Game and Fish Department offices and license dealers statewide by Aug 1.

For those interested in the limited permits available for a sandhill crane hunt, applications must be submitted to Game and Fish, by mail only, starting Aug. 3 and received no later than Sept. 1. Postmarks do not count.
  
This is the second year for a special juniors-only crane season, and the department anticipates hosting a youth hunt camp to mentor kids hunting these amazing prehistoric-looking creatures. There are 25 juniors-only permits this year, available only by the application process.
  
Successful sandhill crane applicants will receive three hunt permit-tags this year, compared to two in years past. Applicants can choose from seasons for general, archery-only, or, for those ages 17 and younger, the juniors-only hunt. Forms and information needed to apply are available at department offices, license dealers and online.
  
Dove outlook
Hunters are reminded that it’s not too early to start preparing for dove season. Opening in September, the season is expected to be very good due to a high number of birds carrying over from last season and above-average winter and spring precipitation this year.
  
Dove hunting is an Arizona tradition with more than 35,000 hunters participating each year. It provides an ideal hunting opportunity for families and novice hunters.
  
To learn more about the dove outlook, where to go and what to do, click here. 
 

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