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Notice: The first pheasant releases north of Calgary (except in the 100 WMUs near Stettler) will take place throughout the day on September 15. Releases in all other areas will start on each WMU’s opening date. Questions? Contact Todd Zimmerling at 780-903-3377.
Attention Pheasant Hunters: If you see the release truck on site, please refrain from shooting until the truck has left the property.
Please Note:
Be sure to check hunting regulations.
Use Respect - Ask First. Please check with landowners before using their land. Be sure to read the specific site information and access rules before heading out. Landowner contact information is provided where permission is required.
The information on pheasant release sites may change including maps and restrictions. Please check back prior to hunting season.
Releases
Pheasants will be released across provincial pheasant release sites at random times throughout the week.
Impacted Sites
The following pheasant release sites were recently affected by farming activities: Bigelow Reservoir (unauthorized) and Buffalo Lake.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue working with the government to maintain quality release sites on Crown lands.
We want your input!
Don't forget to fill out our Pheasant Release Survey. We read every single one so we can learn from hunters and continue to improve the project.
Click here for more information on the Provincial Pheasant Release Project.