Massachusetts Hunting Zone Zone B — Zone B - Pioneer Valley / Franklin

Season dates, antler restrictions, and regulations for Massachusetts Wildlife Management Unit Zone Zone B for the 2026 hunting season.

Season Dates — Zone Zone B
🏹 Archery Season
Oct 14 – Nov 26
🔫 Firearms Season
Nov 27 – Dec 9
💨 Muzzleloader Season
Dec 10 – Dec 31
👦 Youth Season
Oct 21
Zone Details
Counties Franklin, Hampshire (west)
Antler Restriction No restriction
Doe / Antlerless Limit Antlerless deer by permit (DMP)
Notes Connecticut River Valley; Quabbin Reservoir (restricted); high deer density in ag corridors; Mohawk Trail SF
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