Hunting Migratory Game Birds in Massachusetts | Mass.gov

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Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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Game Animal Regulations

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.

Top tasks

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

Who needs a hunting license, permits and stamps?

More Information

Massachusetts General Laws: Inland Fisheries and Game

Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR)

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