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William R. Ireland, Sr. - Cahaba River WMA Hunting

William R. Ireland, Sr. - Cahaba River WMA

Alabama

28,829 acresManaged by Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

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Current WMA rules and seasons

Deer, turkey, and waterfowl hunts require the applicable WMA license and hunting license. Waterfowl also requires current HIP and any required state and federal stamps.

An area permit and daily permit are required unless you use Outdoor Alabama's WMA Check-In application. Area-specific seasons, bag limits, zones, and exceptions vary.

Statewide WMA rules 2026-27 WMA seasons

Hunting regulations

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Current season: 2026-2027. Verify current regulations and closures before hunting.

Species & Seasons

DeerOct. 15–Feb. 10Archery

Archery

Oct. 15–Feb. 10

Source retains applicable antlered-buck restrictionsRefuge expressly included and limited to archery

TurkeyMarch 13; March 19; March 20–May 3Youth

Youth; physically disabled; regular

March 13; March 19; March 20–May 3

Gobblers only; decoys allowedPDF title identifies WMA; refuge is not included in turkey block

Additional hunting opportunities

Dove · Small Game · Waterfowl

These species rely on Alabama's current WMA schedule. Verify the official regulations for current seasons, dates, and restrictions.

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