MDWFA 2008 October Season Poll
The MDWFA is constantly monitoring the waterfowl hunting here in Maryland. On many occasions Waterfowlers have discussed and expressed opinions to our staff at events that the one-week early October duck season is longer than it needs to be. The MDWFA is seeking Regional opinions of our membership on the length and the timing of the October season. The common idea presented to our staff is to open the October season on a Saturday and end on Wednesday. Then add additional 3 days as follows: 2 days in November (second split) and one day in December (third split) depending on the calendar.
It is important to understand how some of these changes would effect the season. Reducing the early season would in effect create a net loss of a Saturday. The three days added on in November and December must be added on the front of the second or front of the third split and would result in a lost Saturday although the number of hunting days would remain the same.