Dove hunting season is upon us

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Dove hunting season officially started on September 1, and many passionate hunters wake up bright and early to head to the hunting sites.

Over the weekend, the Yuma County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) issued a reminder to the public saying hunting is strictly prohibited in parks and preserves.

YCSO also says it's unlawful to discharge a firearm within a quarter mile of occupied structures without the permission of the owner.

Shooting across roads or railways is illegal and trespassing is not tolerated. 

Lastly, remember to leave no trace as shotgun cases or wildlife remains left behind are prohibited and subject to penalties.

One family in particular gets up at two in the morning to head out before anyone else.

For the Kammann family, it is a longtime tradition that is passed through their families generations. Jeff Kammann has been following in his dad's footsteps for about 50 years.

"I made my kids go through hunter safety. I've been through hunter safety, you know, know where your shooting and opening day of dove [hunting season], usually if there's a lot of dove around, that means there's a lot of hunters around," Kammann shared.

The season ends at sunset on September 15. For more information on hunting laws and safety guidelines, click here.