Dove Hunting

Dove hunters walking in a field with a dog.
November 2026 Issue

December Dove Season Is a Different Animal

The birds may be harder to shoot, but fewer crowds mean you might have the fields all to yourself.

Story by Josh Crumpton
A dog running through a field with a dove in his mouth after a dove hunt.
November 2026 Issue

The Seasons of a Texas Wingshooter

The birds keep their own calendar based on light, weather and habit.

Story by Josh Crumpton
Dove hunter at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area taking aim across a wide open green field
October 2025 Issue

Dove Hunting Is Top-Notch at Las Palomas Wildlife Management Area

The South Texas site is best known for white-winged doves.

Story by Russell Roe
Two women in field in south Texas hunting dove with shotguns and a dog
August/September 2025 Issue

Dawn of the Dove Hunter

A mentored hunt provides the tools for a successful harvest.

Story and photos by Maegan Lanham
Two mourning doves flying in bright blue sky
August/September 2025 Issue

Hamilton Puts on a Festival For the Love of Dove

The Hamilton County Dove Festival provides a rollicking kickoff ot bird hunting season.

Story by Eva Frederick
Michelle Tella and Vanessa Sanchez hunt dove at Resaca de la Palma state park
August/September 2023 Issue

Where Doves Fly: Public Hunting in South Texas

Two women share friendship and a love of the hunt.

By Whitney Bishop
Hunter holding a gun with a black dog at his feet looking up.
October 2022 Issue

Twelve Tips for the Safest Dove Hunt

From muzzle control to marking downed birds, these tips are the "dirty dozen" of dove hunting.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Three hunters walking through a feild at sunrise.
August/September 2022 Issue

Your Preseason Guide to a Memorable Dove Season

Early preparation helps create the perfect experience on opening day and beyond.

Story by Russell A. Graves
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