Waterfowl Program
The MDWFP Waterfowl Program is dedicated to improving waterfowl habitat and hunting opportunities on public and private lands throughout Mississippi. We offer free technical guidance on private lands for landowners that are interested in help with wetland management and attracting waterfowl. We will provide recommendations on waterfowl habitat improvements, water control, plant identification and control, and even waterfowl hunting management. Our other responsibilities include waterfowl habitat management recommendations on WMAs, avian influenza testing, flying aerial surveys, wood duck banding, and representing the interests of Mississippi sportsmen on flyway and national committees.
If you need assistance with managing your wetlands for waterfowl or answering questions about migratory game birds, we would be glad to help you. Please feel free to contact us:
Houston Havens
Waterfowl Program Coordinator
(662) 299-0273
Houston.Havens@wfp.ms.gov
Darrin Hardesty
Waterfowl Program Biologist
(662) 588-2596
Darrin.Hardesty@wfp.ms.gov
Rules & Regulations
- Migratory Game Bird Digest
- Hunting Seasons and Bag Limits
- Waterfowl Hunting Regulations
- Purchase License and Waterfowl Stamps Online
- Light Goose Conservation Permit Application
Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities
- Waterfowl Hunting Information
- WMA Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities
- WMA Hunt Unit Maps
- WMA Draw Hunt Applications
- Waterfowl Draw Hunt Information
- Find A Boat Launch
- Youth Waterfowl Camp
Where are the Ducks?
Waterfowl Management
Canada Goose Management Links
- Canada Goose Management Guidelines
- Resident Canada Geese: A Blessing and a Curse?
- Resident Canada Goose Nest and Egg Destruction Permit
- Mississippi Goose Hunting
Additional Resources
