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Saskatchewan is a vast, open land where big game roam and flocks of waterfowl fill the skies overhead. Big-bodied,

record-breaking trophy white-tailed deer populate vast stretches of prairie up to the boreal forest fringe. Black bear and
moose are found throughout the aspen parklands and boreal forest all the way up into Saskatchewan’s northernmost
reaches. Located along the Central Flyway and in the heart of the Prairie Pothole Region, the southern half of the
province is a well-known bird-hunting mecca. Up to 70 percent of the continent’s waterfowl migrate through
Saskatchewan and large numbers of ducks nest in the wetlands here.

Waterfowl

Saskatchewan's Central Flyway and Prairie Pothole region are
home to huge populations of waterfowl. Feel like going on a duck
hunt? Saskatchewan has one of the largest duck populations in
North America, contributing one of every four ducks found on the
continent. Canada geese flock through the skies, snow geese make
golden fields look like snow drifts, and sandhill cranes fill the air
with their distinctive cries.
Upland game birds
The open prairie and lightly wooded regions of Saskatchewan
mean plenty of opportunities for upland game birds. Sharp-tailed
grouse, ruffed grouse and Hungarian partridge can be found in the
southern prairie and northern forest fringe regions, and spruce
grouse can be hunted in Saskatchewan's north. Saskatchewan
residents can also hunt ring-necked pheasants and ptarmigan.
Although non-residents are not required to use the services of a
bird hunting outfitter, Saskatchewan’s outfitters offer a range of
advantages, from lodging and meals to freezing services and
Guided and unguided bird hunting
guided outings in prime hunting areas. Outfitters are able to
secure permission for hunting on private lands in the southern
portion of the province.
Check our list of outfitters for guided bird hunts.

Saskatchewan has several parcels of land that have been
purchased for hunting by the government and the Saskatchewan
Wildlife Federation. Contact the Saskatchewan Ministry of
Environment or the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation.

Birding season dates
Saskatchewan game-bird seasons open in early September and October, depending on species. Check the latest Hunters’
and Trappers’ Guide for the current seasonal dates. For full bird hunting rules and regulations, click here.