Woodcock2020-2021 Seasons & Regulations
- Regular Season
- Statewide Dec. 18, 2020 - Jan. 31, 2021
- Falconry
- Statewide Feb. 1 - 15, 2021
Bag Limits
| Hunt Type | Daily Bag Limit | Possession Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Season | 3 birds | 9 birds |
| Falconry | 3 birds in the aggregate |
9 birds in the aggregate |
Hunting Hours
One-half hour before sunrise to sunset.
License Requirements
Hunting License
All migratory game bird hunters must have a valid hunting license.
Texas Migratory Game Bird Stamp Endorsement
Required to hunt any migratory game bird (waterfowl, coot, rail, gallinule, snipe, dove, sandhill crane, and woodcock). A valid Federal Duck Stamp and HIP Certification are also required of waterfowl hunters 16 years of age or older.
Harvest Information Program
When you purchase a hunting license, indicate to the license clerk that you intend to hunt migratory game birds and need to be HIP certified by answering a few simple questions.