Autumn Hunts Begin Now

While many Pennsylvania hunters are awaiting the Oct. 2 opener of the autumn archery season for deer, a few hunters will be getting in on hunting action that begins right now.

For instance, the statewide hunting season for doves opened yesterday (Sept. 1). This autumn season runs until Nov. 26, with hunting hours this year running from a half-hour before sunrise to sunset. The daily limit is 15 birds, with a possession limit of 45 doves. There is an extended season later, running from Dec. 16 to Jan. 21. Besides having a regular hunting license, a dove hunter must also possess a Pennsylvani...