The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) sets the dove season dates each year based on a variety of factors, including dove population surveys, migration patterns, and hunting pressure. The 2024-2025 dove season dates have not yet been announced, but they will likely be similar to the 2023-2024 season dates, which were as follows:
- September 1, 2023 – Opening Day
- November 26, 2023 – Closing Day
Dove hunting is a popular sport in South Carolina, and the SCDNR estimates that over 100,000 hunters participate in the dove season each year. Doves are typically hunted over fields or other open areas, and hunters use shotguns to shoot them. Dove hunting is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise, and it can also be a good way to put some food on the table.