BANGOR DAILY NEWS • February 23, 2026
I’ll shoot woodchucks without a second thought whenever they invade our vegetable garden, and I hunt crows even though I have never eaten one and never had the desire. I’ll target them when our vegetable gardens are starting to ripen or are ready to harvest. I also hunt crows just for fun. Because of their non-migratory status, lead shot and shotguns loaded with more than three shells are legal, and a migratory waterfowl stamp is not required. A Maine hunting license is all that is needed. Whether it is a full-blown passion or occasional pastime, there are reasons to give hunting crows a try. I personally like the fact that crows are intelligent. ~ Al Raychard