Can lead shot be used to hunt quail on State Game Reserves?
The prohibition on the use of lead shot on State Game Reserves only applies to duck hunting and does not apply to quail hunting on the 16 State Game Reserves where quail hunting is permitted. Duck hunters may be in possession of lead shot on a State Game Reserve or any other area where they intend to hunt duck, provided it is secured in a vehicle. This allows duck hunters to carry lead shot into an area where they intend to hunt duck should they plan to hunt species other than duck elsewhere. Where lead shot is in a vehicle, to be secured, the ammunition must be stored in a closed case or container and stowed in the boot or storage area (that is not the glove box) of a sedan/dual cab/wagon. For a ute or single cab, the shot must be stored in a closed case or container and stowed in a part of the vehicle not readily accessible by any occupant of the vehicle.
