The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has announced fall hunting season dates. Firearms turkey season kicked off on Saturday, October 5 and runs through October 31, while pheasant and small game hunting begins October 19. Peak hunting activity typically occurs in the early mornings and late afternoons through mid-December. Hunters must wear at least 400 square inches of fluorescent orange during the season. For more details on hunting regulations, permits, and safety tips, visit the DEEP website or check the 2024 Connecticut Hunting and Trapping Guide.