Tennessee Bird Hunting

Seasons Span October 12 – February 28, 2025

 Resident License Fees:

$39

Non-Resident License Fees:

$110
7-Day $61

State Drought Monitor – Upland hunting conditions are often highly dependent upon moisture for both habitat production and bird survival.

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*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



Ruffed Grouse

Tennessee Ruffed Grouse Season

October 12 – February 28, 2025

 Limits: 3 per day

*closed west of I-65

Bobwhite Quail

Tennessee Bobwhite Quail Season

November 2 – February 28, 2025

Limits: 6 per day

Woodcock

Tennessee Woodcock Season

November 9 – December 1, 2024 and January 10 – January 31, 2025

Limits: 3 per day

Escape Velocity

Escape Velocity

I’ve been feeling uneasy. It’s been this way, more or less, for over a year.  I went into last upland season feeling rushed and…