The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is advising hunters to be aware of dry weather conditions ahead of waterfowl hunting season. The 2022-23 season for public lands duck hunting is Nov. 26-27 and Dec. 5 through Jan. 31.
The good news in our area is that all Middle Tennessee sites are on schedule for normal pool level for opening weekend.
However, at the Chickamauga EMA in East Tennessee, the Upper Rogers Creek Unit blind sites 5, 7, and 8 are not expected to be full due to unusually low stream levels that support these sites. TWRA recommends making a scouting trip prior to your hunt date to check conditions.
And several wildlife management areas in West Tennnessee have low water levels and limited hunting opportunities.
The remaining public lands waterfowl sites are expected to have sufficient water levels for hunting. Hunters can still apply for Late segment hunts through Dec. 6. Hunters who are awarded permits are required to complete their Notice of Intent (NOI) by Dec. 19.
A valid Tennessee duck hunting permit is required to hunt, as well as all required licenses. For more information on public land duck hunting sites, conditions, and license requirements visit www.tnwildlife.org.