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Hunting Migratory Game Birds in Massachusetts

Find season dates, bag limits, and waterfowl zones for hunting migratory birds, such as ducks and geese.

Here, you can learn about the state and federal government regulations for hunting migratory game birds. You can also take the Harvest Information Program (HIP) survey, which is required annually if you want to hunt woodcock, snipe, coots, rails, ducks, or geese.

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View migratory game bird regulations  Buy your hunting license 

All other tasks

Buy your federal duck stamp  Complete the Harvest Information Program (HIP) survey  View woodcock hunting regulations 

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Hunting licenses, permits, and stamps 

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