New Jersey Bird Hunting
2018-19 DATES CURRENTLY NOT PUBLISHED
Seasons Span October 15 –
February 20, 2017
Resident License Fees:
$27.50
Non-Resident License Fees:
$135.50
2-Day $36.50
Special Permits:
Pheasant and Quail Stamp $40
Purchase License Online
Visit State DNR Website
*prior to hunting, always verify all local rules and regulations with the appropriate state agencies because these laws are continually changing and are often area specific
State Drought Monitor – Upland hunting conditions are often highly dependent upon moisture for both habitat production and bird survival.
New Jersey Ruffed Grouse Season
North of Rt. 70: October 15 – December 3 and December 12, 13, 15 – 31, 2016
South of Rt. 70: November 12 – December 3 and December 12, 13, 15–31, 2016
Limits: 2 per day
New Jersey Woodcock Season
North Zone: October 20 – November 3, 2018 and November 6 – December 1, 2018
South Zone: November 10 – December 1, 2018 and December 13 – January 1, 2019
Limits: 3 per day, 6 possession
New Jersey Bobwhite Quail Season
Closed 2013, except in Peaslee and Greewood WMAs
Limits: 4 per day
New Jersey Ring-Necked Pheasant Season
November 12 – December 3 and December 12, 13 and December 15 – December 31, 2016 and January 2 – February 20, 2017
Limits: 2 per day
New Jersey Chukar Season
November 12 – December 3 and December 12, 13 and December 15 – December 31, 2016 and January 2 – February 20, 2017
Limits: 7 per day