Through a diversity of season structures in Colorado this year, waterfowl hunters can expect ample opportunities and liberal bag limits. However, that experience may vary according the when and what they hunt. Early season hunting land in Colorado for native ducks and geese is plentiful thanks to a wet spring, but drought conditions in the high plains and southern Canada may provide fewer migratory animals to the region. Studies by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service showed that waterfowl populations in the state have decreased by 37% this year, with duck populations decreasing by 9% from last year. Cold weather systems will be more likely to push migratory animals south, and hunters should plan their trips accordingly. Unlike duck, however, Canada geese populations remain high and Colorado is expected to receive large numbers to provide excellent late season shooting, liberal bag limits and extended hunting seasons.
13th Nov, 2008
