In the past individuals in a group were prohibited by law of shooting more than there limit. For years this law was widely ignored. Recently the law was changed to allow" party hunting". In other words a group of 6 is allowed to shoot 18 birds a day regardless who shoots the birds
My group is getting ready to leave for pheasant camp lodge. I believe your group are hunting cattail haven this coming weekend. I'll try to stop by to touch base with you and see how your hunt is going