Comments On Waterfowl Regulations

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DNR wildlife seeks comments from Minnesota waterfowl hunters


Hunters have an opportunity to comment on upcoming waterfowl hunting regulations on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Web site.

“This online survey is not a substitute for the department’s periodic formal survey of waterfowl hunters,” said Dennis Simon, DNR wildlife section chief. “Instead, it is another way for Minnesota waterfowl hunters to weigh in on potential regulations for the upcoming and future hunting seasons.”

Due to the timing of duck population estimates and the federal hunting framework, the DNR must make annual decisions regarding waterfowl hunting seasons in a tight time frame. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces the regulatory framework in August and the DNR, in turn, must make decisions that take affect in September.

“Hearing from hunters helps us shape our decisions,” said Simon. “This new online survey tool is yet another way to assess what waterfowlers are thinking.”