New This Year for Hunting

Doe Days

• Doe days expanded in 21 counties from 4 doe days to 16 doe days.

Dove

• Earlier start (Sept. 1) for the South Zone Dove regular season.
• Elimination of Special White-winged Dove Days.

Turkey

• Matagorda and Wharton counties now closed to Wild Turkey hunting.
• Harvest of unbearded Wild Turkey hens now prohibited.

Means & Methods

• Definition of muzzleloader modified to allow for use of new muzzleloading technology.