Migratory License

[bassel]

Hey guys was just wondering at what age do you have to buy the migratory license? Is it when you are over 18 or from when you first get your license?
Thanks

[ghostguy6]

Anyone who hunts migratory birds needs a migratory license. In Alberta you will also need to purchase a wildlife certificte and a game bird license. These can be purchased at the age of 10. The only exception is Waterfowler Heritage Days

Waterfowler Heritage Days are intended for young hunters under 18 years of age. These days provide opportunities for young hunters, for a few days before or during hunting seasons, to:

- develop safe hunting habits in a supervised and structured environment
-be guided by adult hunters who serve as mentors and pass on their skills and knowledge
- learn more about wildlife conservation

The following rules are in effect during Waterfowler Heritage Days:

- young hunters can hunt without having a Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit or Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
-young hunters must comply with all safety and licensing requirements found in the Firearms Act and provincial hunting regulations
- young hunters must be accompanied by a licensed mentor (who is not a minor)
adults acting as mentors:
-must have a valid Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit and Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
-may not hunt or carry a firearm
-may accompany no more than two young hunters
only young hunters are allowed to hunt when Waterfowler Heritage Days fall outside of the regular open seasons

I would also suggest you read the hunting regs thoroughly and complete your hunters ed training as this topic is covered in both.