3 CSR 10-7.427 - Groundhogs: Seasons, Limits

PURPOSE: This rule establishes the open season and limits for groundhog hunting.

Groundhogs (woodchucks) may be taken, possessed and sold in any numbers from the day following the prescribed spring turkey hunting season through December 15. Groundhog pelts may be possessed and sold throughout the year in accordance with 3 CSR 10-10.768.

Notes

3 CSR 10-7.427

AUTHORITY: sections 40 and 45 of Art. IV, Mo. Const. Original rule filed Sept. 23, 1970, effective Dec. 31, 1970. Amended: Filed July 5, 1984, effective Jan. 1, 1985. Amended: Filed Sept. 29, 2004, effective Feb. 28, 2005.

AUTHORITY: sections 40 and 45 of Art. I V, Mo. Const. Original rule filed Sept. 23, 1970, effective Dec. 31, 1970. Amended: Filed July 5, 1984, effective Jan. 1, 1985. Amended: Filed Sept. 29, 2004, effective Feb. 28, 2005.