Rep. Newman Highlights the Official Start of Ohio's Fall Hunting Season on September 1st

State Representative Johnathan Newman (R-Troy) is pleased to share that the month of September officially marks the beginning of Ohio’s fall hunting season.

“Every fall, there is a particular day when for the first time I can smell the scent of hunting season in the air. It brings back great memories of childhood and how my dad raised me and my brother to love hunting and being outdoors,” said Rep. Newman. “To all you dads out there, this is a great way to invest in your child’s future. My daughter and I will be out there with a bow this year looking for a shot at deer. Stay safe and happy hunting!”

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 members of the Ohio House Majority Caucus – 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.