Georgia’s annual duck hunting season opens on Saturday, Nov. 23, with a special early hunting period on November 16-17 exclusively for youth, active military members, and veterans.
According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, this two-day early hunt allows eligible participants to hunt select migratory birds, including ducks, Canada geese, and mergansers.
In a new update, hunters in Georgia can now carry an electronic Federal Duck Stamp, which is valid as a seasonal license under the Duck Stamp Modernization Act. The e-stamp, available at GoOutdoorsGeorgia.com, is valid through June 30, 2025, and purchasers will receive a physical stamp in the mail by May of the following year.
The main season for duck hunting is divided into two segments: November 23 to December 1 and December 7 to January 26. Hunters must hold a Georgia hunting license, a Georgia migratory bird license, and a federal duck stamp to participate. For added convenience, the Wildlife Resources Division offers a Waterfowl Hunter Package, which bundles necessary licenses along with an optional plastic license card and camo hat.
More information and complete migratory bird hunting regulations are available at GeorgiaWildlife.com/migratory-bird-info.
