When can you hunt in Alberta?

Youth first-time hunters must be at least 12 years old (10 years of age for game bird) to hunt under the authority of any hunting licence in Alberta. All hunters under the age of 16 years must have written permission from a parent or guardian to purchase hunting licences.

How many deer can I shoot in Alberta?

Allowed Per Hunter White-tailed Deer 39.95 A Resident Adult may obtain only one of the first two licences. Mule Deer 39.95 A Resident Adult may obtain only one of the first two licences. A Resident Senior may obtain only one of the four licences, excluding the Youth licence.

What can you hunt year round in Alberta?

Rabbits and hares are fun to hunt and one more way to enjoy Alberta’s great outdoors, year-round. They are meaty animals and make delicious table fare. Plus they provide consistent opportunity, a nice bonus during or after bird and big game seasons.

Can you hunt on Sunday in Alberta?

Of course, you can hunt on Sunday in Alberta, just not in all areas, including most areas near our major population centres. The problem is that with the exceptions of a few Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) in the central foothills, most Sunday hunting is found north of Edmonton.

Can you hunt deer with a 223 in Alberta?

Legally (in Alberta) – NO. But may be legal in some other jurisdictions like ON, as far as I heard. Some people hunt deer with a 223 where legal, in Alberta it is not legal.

Where can I hunt deer in Alberta?

Alberta Whitetail Hunting Northern Alberta, along the farmland fringe is considered one of the best areas that an out of country hunter (non resident) can come hunting, the abundant food source from the agriculture gives them all the nutrition they need to sustain a healthy population.

Is hunting season closed in Alberta?

For the 2020 hunting season, hunters were required to report their harvest and effort by March 15, 2021. As a result, the 2021 hunting season for antlered and antlerless moose and either sex elk seasons are closed in WMU’s 728/730 (CFB Wainwright).

Can I hunt on my own land without a license in Alberta?

Permission is required to hunt on private land, and the landowner may deny access for any reason. Contact is required for some provincial grazing reserves prior to hunting under the Recreational Access Regulation.

What is the smallest caliber rifle for deer hunting in Alberta?

. 23 is the minimum for all big game here. Anyone know of any jurisdictions that differentiate caliber for different big game (eg. one limit for deer or antelope, higher one for elk, moose, etc.)?

Can I shoot coyotes on my property Alberta?

In Alberta, it is legal for hunters to shoot coyotes, which are considered pests by many farmers, if they are on private land with the landowner’s permission. There are one to five coyotes for every square kilometre around Edmonton, he said.

What is a Métis harvester?

As described by the policy, recognized Métis harvesters can fish, hunt and trap for food within specific areas. You can apply to be recognized as a Métis harvester in Alberta through the Métis Nation of Alberta, the Metis Settlements of Alberta General Council or your local Fish and Wildlife office.