September 14, 2007
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2007 fall wild turkey and ruffed grouse seasons open Sept. 15
MADISON – The 2007 fall wild turkey and ruffed grouse seasons are set to open at the start of shooting hours on September 15. The grouse population continues to climb as it is still on the upward side of this popular game bird’s 10-year population cycle and wildlife officials have increased the number of fall turkey permits to 94,800 from last year’s 90,600 as the wild turkey continues to expand its populations in Wisconsin.
Hunters need to keep safety in sight due to the nature of hunting these challenging game birds.
“There’s something very special about turkey and grouse hunting,” says Tim Lawhern, hunter education administrator for the state Department of Natural Resources. Lawhern notes. “And with the enthusiasm that goes with this type of hunting, we should all be mindful of making sure we return home safe and sound at the end of each hunt.”
2007 Ruffed Grouse Season Dates:
• Zone (A): Sept. 15–Jan 31, 2008
• Zone (B): Oct. 20 – Dec. 8
2007 Fall Wild Turkey Season Dates:
• Sept. 15 – Nov. 15
Grouse and turkey hunters should note that during any gun or muzzleloader deer season, including the Oct. 6 - 7 Youth Deer Hunt, antlerless hunts and CWD hunts (see 2007 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations), Blaze Orange clothing is required. A hat, if worn, must be at least 50 percent blaze orange.
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