Ohio House of Representatives
09/04/2025 | Press release | Archived content
Representative David Thomas Highlights the Official Start of Ohio's Fall Hunting Season
State Representative David Thomas (R-Jefferson) is pleased to share that the month of September officially marks the beginning of Ohio's fall hunting season.
"I wish all my hunting constituents a safe season and hope they enjoy the beautiful outdoor spaces that the 65th district provides," said Thomas.
The Ohio 2025 hunting season opening dates are as follows:
Monday, September 1, 2025
- Squirrel (fox, red, and gray)
- Dove
- Rail (Virginia and sora)
- Snipe
- Gallinule
Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Early Canada goose (through Sunday, September 14)
- Early teal (blue-winged and green winged; through Sunday, September 14)
Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Deer Archery
Additionally, House Bill 64 - legislation championed by Representative David Thomas - lowers the age to 65 for Ohioans to qualify for senior discounts on hunting, fishing, and other sportsmen licenses. The bill takes effect on September 30th, just in time for deer hunting season.
To sign up for your hunting license and to find the full hunting season schedule, click here.
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