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An early 1900s wind storm turned loose 2,000 wild pheasants from William Benton’s Cedar Falls game farm to Iowa’s patchwork of small grain, hay and corn fields and pastures. They thrived, eventually prompting crop damage complaints.
15 Οκτ 2024 · Pheasant hunting has been an Iowa tradition spanning generations. This year, it starts with the resident youth-only pheasant season Oct. 19-20 that is only open to Iowa youths aged 15 and younger. Iowa’s regular pheasant season is Oct. 26-Jan. 10, 2025.
31 Ιαν 2024 · In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into all you need to know about pheasant hunting in Iowa, including the state’s impressive pheasant population, top hunting locations, hunting regulations, and tips for a successful hunt.
We’ll cover everything from public hunting areas to private hunting leases, and we’ll provide tips on how to find and hunt pheasants. Whether you’re a seasoned pheasant hunter or you’re just getting started, this article will help you find the best places to hunt pheasant in Iowa.
Season Guide: The pheasant hunting season in Iowa typically begins on the last Saturday of October and extends until early January. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) sets the specific dates each year, so it's essential to check the regulations for the current season.
Annual pheasant harvest peaked in the early 1960s at around 2 million roosters and more than 300,000 hunters in pursuit, cementing Iowa as one of the best pheasant hunting states in the nation. The complete history of “The Ring-necked Pheasant in Iowa” is recorded in the landmark book by Dr. Al Farris of the same name.
Hunting Iowa’s Wild Pheasants. By Troy Hoepker. As my son Dylan and I turned onto the gravel road leading to our opening day hunting spot last fall we kept our fingers crossed that maybe we’d be lucky enough to be the first hunters to arrive at the IHAP public hunting farm.
