Spring Time Grouse

[Redthies]

Arent you supposed to hunt grouse only in fall? I dont see spring as allowed in the regulations

Try reading a bit closer. Nobody is hunting in spring. The conversation is about training dogs, which is perfectly legal other than June and July when chicks are hatching.

[S.W.A.T.]

Elch Jager (do I sense a fellow German behind that handle?) - While I appreciate (and agree with) the sentiment behind the reply, to my knowledge Grouse hatch around June, so I am not too concerned about going out within the timeframe allowed by the regs (I would certainly hope the regs take these things into account

That said... I assume this means burning fuel for me then... I have been training on pidgeons as well, but with the melting snow I am hoping to spend some time in the woods and combine some fun time for me with some training for the dog...

The regs and Co's take nothing into consideration, that's why they are there. Training you rookie dog on birds can lead to injuries or death on juvenile flocks and if caught personal fines for yourself.

[huntingfamily]

From page 17 of the bc hunting reg's...

"Any person may train dogs by allowing them, under supervision, to pursue game birds from Aug 1-Apr 30."

Illegal for 3 months, May through July...