Subchapter C—The National Wildlife Refuge System

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SUBCHAPTER C—THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM

PART 25—ADMINISTRATIVE Subpart A—Introduction PROVISIONS § 25.11 Purpose of regulations. Subpart A—Introduction (a) The regulations in this subchapter govern general administration Sec. of units of the National Wildlife Refuge 25.11 Purpose of regulations. System, public notice of changes in 25.12 What do these terms mean? 25.13 Other applicable laws. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service policy regarding Refuge System units, Subpart B—Administrative Provisions issuance of permits required on Refuge System units and other administrative 25.21 When and how do we open and close aspects involving the management of areas of the National Wildlife Refuge various units of the National Wildlife System to public access and use or con- Refuge System. The regulations in this tinue a use? 25.22 Lost and found articles. subchapter apply to areas of land and 25.23 What are the general regulations and water held by the United States in fee information collection requirements? title and to property interests in such land and water in less than fee, includ- Subpart C—Public Notice ing but not limited to easements. For areas held in less than fee, the regula- 25.31 General provisions. tions in this subchapter apply only to Subpart D—Permits the extent that the property interest held by the United States may be af- 25.41 Who issues refuge permits? fected. The regulations in this sub- 25.42 Permits required to be exhibited on re- chapter also apply to and govern those quest. areas of the Rocky Mountain Arsenal 25.43 Who may terminate or revoke a per- over which management responsibility mit and why? has been transferred to the U.S. Fish 25.44 How do we grant permits for easement and Wildlife Service under the Rocky area uses? Mountain Arsenal Act of 1992 (Pub. L. 25.45 Appeals procedure. 102–402, 106 Stat. 1961), before their es- Subpart E—Fees and Charges tablishment as a refuge and inclusion in the National Wildlife Refuge Sys- 25.51 General provisions. tem. 25.52 Designation. (b) All national wildlife refuges are 25.53 Establishment of single visit entrance maintained for the primary purpose of fees. developing a national program of wild- 25.54 Posting and public notification. life and ecological conservation and re- 25.55 Refuge admission permits. 25.56 Enforcement. habilitation. These refuges are estab- 25.57 Exceptions and exemptions. lished for the restoration, preservation, development and management of wild- Subpart F—Concessions life and wildlands habitat; for the protection and preservation of endangered 25.61 General provisions. or threatened species and their habitat; and for the management of wildlife and Subpart G—Safety Regulations wildlands to obtain the maximum ben- 25.71 Public safety. efits from these resources. 25.72 Reporting of accidents. [41 FR 9166, Mar. 3, 1976, as amended at 51 FR AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k, 664, 7574, Mar. 5, 1986; 62 FR 47375, Sept. 9, 1997] 668dd, and 715i, 3901 et seq.; and Pub. L. 102– 402, 106 Stat. 1961. § 25.12 What do these terms mean?

SOURCE: 41 FR 9166, Mar. 3, 1976, unless oth- (a) As used in the rules and regula- erwise noted. tions in this subchapter:

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Authorized official means any Federal, Coordination area means a wildlife State or local official empowered to en- management area made available to a force provisions of this subchapter C. State by cooperative agreement be- Big game means large game animals, tween the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Serv- including moose, elk, caribou, reindeer, ice and a State agency having control musk ox, deer, bighorn sheep, moun- over wildlife resources pursuant to sec- tain goat, pronghorn, bear, and pec- tion 4 of the Fish and Wildlife Coordi- cary, or such species as the separate nation Act (16 U.S.C. 664 or by long- States may so classify within their term leases or agreements pursuant to boundaries. title III of the Bankhead-Jones Farm Compatibility determination means a Tenant Act (7 U.S.C. 1010 et seq.). The written determination signed and States manage coordination areas but dated by the Refuge Manager and Re- they are part of the National Wildlife gional Chief, signifying that a proposed Refuge System. The compatibility or existing use of a national wildlife standard does not apply to coordina- refuge is a compatible use or is not a tion areas. compatible use. The Director makes Director means the Director, U.S. this delegation through the Regional Fish and Wildlife Service or the au- Director. thorized representative of such official. Compatible use means a proposed or Easement means a less than fee inter- existing wildlife-dependent rec- est in land or water acquired and ad- reational use or any other use of a na- ministered by the U.S. Fish and Wild- tional wildlife refuge that, based on sound professional judgment, will not life Service for the purpose of main- materially interfere with or detract taining fish and wildlife habitat. from the fulfillment of the National Fish, Wildlife, and Fish and wildlife Wildlife Refuge System mission or the mean any member of the animal king- purpose(s) of the national wildlife ref- dom in a wild, unconfined state, wheth- uge. er alive or dead, including a part, prod- Comprehensive conservation plan uct, egg, or offspring of the member. means a document that describes the Migratory bird means and refers to desired future conditions of a refuge or those species of birds listed under planning unit and provides long-range § 10.13 of this chapter. guidance and management direction to National wildlife refuge, and Refuge achieve the purposes of the refuge; mean a designated area of land, water, helps fulfill the mission of the Refuge or an interest in land or water located System; maintains and, where appro- within the National Wildlife Refuge priate, restores the ecological integrity System but does not include coordina- of each refuge and the Refuge System; tion areas. helps achieve the goals of the National National Wildlife Refuge System, and Wilderness Preservation System; and System mean all lands, waters, and in- meets other mandates. terests therein administered by the Conservation, and Management mean U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as wild- to sustain and, where appropriate, re- life refuges, wildlife ranges, wildlife store and enhance, healthy populations management areas, waterfowl produc- of fish, wildlife, and plants utilizing, in tion areas, coordination areas, and accordance with applicable Federal and other areas for the protection and con- State laws, methods and procedures as- servation of fish and wildlife including sociated with modern scientific re- those that are threatened with extinc- source programs. Such methods and tion as determined in writing by the procedures include, consistent with the Director or so directed by Presidential provisions of the National Wildlife Ref- or Secretarial order. The determina- uge System Administration Act of 1966 tion by the Director may not be dele- (16 U.S.C. 668dd–668ee), protection, research, census, law enforcement, habi- gated. tat management, propagation, live National Wildlife Refuge System mis- trapping and transplantation, and reg- sion, and System mission mean to admin- ulated taking. ister a national network of lands and

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waters for the conservation, manage- Refuge use, and Use of a refuge mean a ment, and where appropriate, restora- recreational use (including refuge action of the fish, wildlife, and plant re- tions associated with a recreational sources and their habitats within the use or other general public use), refuge United States for the benefit of present management economic activity, or and future generations of Americans. other use of a national wildlife refuge Nontoxic shot means steel shot or by the public or other non-National other shot approved pursuant to 50 Wildlife Refuge System entity. CFR 20.134. Regional Director means the official in Plant means any member of the plant charge of a Region of the U.S. Fish and kingdom in a wild, unconfined state, Wildlife Service or the authorized rep- including any plant community, seed, resentative of such official. root, or other part of a plant. Secretary means the Secretary of the Purpose(s) of the refuge means the Interior or the authorized representa- purposes specified in or derived from tive of such official. the law, proclamation, executive order, Service, We, and Us mean the U.S. agreement, public land order, donation Fish and Wildlife Service, Department document, or administrative memo- of the Interior. randum establishing, authorizing, or Sound professional judgment means a expanding a national wildlife refuge, finding, determination, or decision national wildlife refuge unit, or na- that is consistent with principles of tional wildlife refuge subunit. For ref- sound fish and wildlife management uges that encompass Congressionally and administration, available science designated wilderness, the purposes of and resources, and adherence to the re- the Wilderness Act are additional pur- quirements of the National Wildlife poses of the wilderness portion of the Refuge System Administration Act of refuge. 1966 (16 U.S.C. 668dd–668ee), and other Refuge management activity means an applicable laws. Included in this find- activity conducted by the Service or a ing, determination, or decision is a ref- Service-authorized agent to fulfill one uge manager’s field experience and or more purposes of the national wild- knowledge of the particular refuge’s re- life refuge, or the National Wildlife sources. Refuge System mission. Service-au- State, and United States mean one or thorized agents include contractors, more of the States of the United cooperating agencies, cooperating asso- States, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, ciations, refuge support groups, and the Virgin Islands, Guam, and the ter- volunteers. ritories and possessions of the United Refuge management economic activity States. means a refuge management activity Waterfowl production area means any on a national wildlife refuge which re- wetland or pothole area acquired pur- sults in generation of a commodity suant to section 4(c) of the amended which is or can be sold for income or Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act (72 revenue or traded for goods or services. Stat. 487; 16 U.S.C. 718d(c)), owned or Examples include: Farming, grazing, controlled by the United States and ad- haying, timber harvesting, and trap- ministered by the U.S. Fish and Wild- ping. life Service as a part of the National Regional Chief means the official in Wildlife Refuge System. charge of the National Wildlife Refuge Wildlife-dependent recreational use, System within a Region of the U.S. and Wildlife-dependent recreation mean a Fish and Wildlife Service or the au- use of a national wildlife refuge involv- thorized representative of such official. ing hunting, fishing, wildlife observa- Refuge Manager means the official dition and photography, or environ- rectly in charge of a national wildlife mental education and interpretation. refuge or the authorized representative The National Wildlife Refuge System of such official. In the case of a na- Administration Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. tional wildlife refuge complex, this re- 668dd–668ee), specifies that these are fers to the official directly in charge of the six priority general public uses of the complex. the National Wildlife Refuge System.

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Wildlife management area means a (1) We will complete compatibility general term used in describing a vari- determinations for uses of Alaska Na- ety of areas that are managed for wild- tive Claims Settlement Act 22(g) lands life purposes which may be included in in compliance with the following re- the National Wildlife Refuge System. quirements: You means the public. (i) Refuge managers will work with (b) Unless otherwise stated the defi- 22(g) landowners in implementation of nitions found in 50 CFR 10.12 also apply these regulations. The landowners to all of subchapter C of this title 50. should contact the Refuge Manager in [41 FR 9166, Mar. 3, 1976, as amended at 51 FR advance of initiating a use and request 7574, Mar. 5, 1986; 60 FR 62040, Dec. 4, 1995; 64 a compatibility determination. After a FR 14150, Mar. 24, 1999; 65 FR 62480, Oct. 18, compatibility determination is re- 2000] quested, refuge managers have no longer than ninety (90) days to com- § 25.13 Other applicable laws. plete the compatibility determination Nothing in this subchapter shall be and notify the landowner of the finding construed to relieve a person from any by providing a copy of the compat- other applicable requirements imposed ibility determination or to inform the by a local ordinance or by a statute or landowner of the specific reasons for regulation of any State or of the delay. If a refuge manager believes United States. that a finding of not compatible is likely, the Refuge Manager will notify Subpart B—Administrative the landowner prior to rendering a de- Provisions cision to encourage dialog on how the proposed use might be modified to be § 25.21 When and how do we open and compatible. close areas of the National Wildlife (ii) Refuge managers will allow all Refuge System to public access and uses proposed by 22(g) landowners when use or continue a use? the Refuge Manager determines the use (a) Except as provided below, all to be compatible with refuge purposes. areas included in the National Wildlife (iii) Compatibility determinations Refuge System are closed to public ac- will include only evaluations of how cess until and unless we open the area the proposed use would affect the abil- for a use or uses in accordance with the ity of the refuge to meet its mandated National Wildlife Refuge System Ad- purposes. The National Wildlife Refuge ministration Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. System mission will not be considered 668dd–668ee), the Refuge Recreation Act in the evaluation. Refuge purposes will of 1962 (16 U.S.C. 460k–460k–4) and this include both pre-ANILCA purposes and subchapter C. See 50 CFR 36 for details those established by ANILCA, so long on use and access restrictions, and the as they do not conflict. If conflicts public participation and closure proc- arise, ANILCA purposes will take prec- ess established for Alaska national edence. wildlife refuges. We may open an area (iv) A determination that a use is not by regulation, individual permit, or compatible may be appealed by the public notice, in accordance with § 25.31 landowner to the Regional Director. of this subchapter. The appeal must be submitted in writ- (b) We may open a national wildlife ing within forty-five (45) days of re- refuge for any refuge use, or expand, ceipt of the determination. The appeals renew, or extend an existing refuge use process provided for in 50 CFR 36.41(i) only after the Refuge Manager deter- (3) through (5) will apply. mines that it is a compatible use and (v) Compatibility determinations for not inconsistent with any applicable proposed uses of 22(g) lands will only law. Lands subject to the patent re- evaluate the effects of the use on the strictions imposed by Section 22(g) of adjacent refuge lands, and the ability the Alaska Native Claims Settlement of that refuge to achieve its purposes, Act are subject to the compatibility re- not on the effects of the proposed use quirements of Parts 25 and 26 of 50 CFR to the 22(g) lands. except as otherwise provided in para- (vi) Compatibility determinations for graph (b)(1) of this section. 22(g) lands that a use is compatible are

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not subject to re-evaluation unless the the preparation or revision of a com- use changes significantly, significant prehensive conservation plan, or at new information is made available that least every 15 years, whichever is ear- could affect the compatibility deter- lier. In addition, a refuge manager al- mination, or if requested by the land- ways may re-evaluate the compat- owner. ibility of a use at any time. (vii) Refuge comprehensive conserva- (g) Except for uses specifically au- tion plans will not include 22(g) lands, thorized for a period longer than 10 and compatibility determinations af- years (such as right-of-ways), we will fecting such lands will not to be auto- re-evaluate compatibility determina- matically re-evaluated when the plans tions for all existing uses other than are routinely updated. wildlife-dependent recreational uses (viii) Refuge special use permits will when conditions under which the use is not be required for compatible uses of permitted change significantly, or if 22(g) lands. Special conditions nec- there is significant new information re- essary to ensure a proposed use is com- garding the effects of the use, or at patible may be included in the compat- least every 10 years, whichever is ear- ibility determination and must be com- lier. In addition, a refuge manager al- plied with for the use to be considered ways may re-evaluate the compat- compatible. ibility of a use at any time. (c) The Refuge Manager may tempo- (h) For uses in existence on Novem- rarily allow or initiate any refuge use ber 17, 2000 that were specifically au- without making a compatibility deter- thorized for a period longer than 10 mination if necessary to protect the years (such as right-of-ways), our com- health and safety of the public or any patibility re-evaluation will examine fish or wildlife population. compliance with the terms and condi- (d) When we add lands to the Na- tions of the authorization, not the au- tional Wildlife Refuge System, the Ref- thorization itself. We will frequently uge Manager will identify, prior to ac- monitor and review the activity to en- quisition, withdrawal, transfer, reclas- sure that the permittee carries out all sification, or donation of those lands, permit terms and conditions. However, existing wildlife-dependent rec- the Service will request modifications reational public uses (if any) deter- to the terms and conditions of these mined to be compatible that we will permits from the permittee if the Serv- permit to continue on an interim basis, ice determines that such changes are pending completion of the comprehen- necessary to ensure that the use re- sive conservation plan for the national mains compatible. After November 17, wildlife refuge. We will make these 2000 no uses will be permitted or re-au- compatibility determinations in ac- thorized, for a period longer than 10 cordance with procedures in § 26.41 of years, unless the terms and conditions this subchapter. for such long-term permits specifically (e) In the event of a threat or emer- allows for modifications to the terms gency endangering the health and safe- and conditions, if necessary to ensure ty of the public or property or to pro- compatibility. We will make a new tect the resources of the area, the Ref- compatibility determination prior to uge Manager may close or curtail ref- extending or renewing such long-term uge uses of all or any part of an opened uses at the expiration of the authoriza- area to public access and use in accord- tion. When we prepare a compatibility ance with the provisions in § 25.31, determination for re-authorization of without advance notice. See 50 CFR an existing right-of-way, we will base 36.42 for procedures on closing Alaska our analysis on the existing conditions national wildlife refuges. with the use in place, not from a pre- (f) We will re-evaluate compatibility use perspective. determinations for existing wildlife-de- (i) When we re-evaluate a use for pendent recreational uses when condi- compatibility, we will take a fresh tions under which the use is permitted look at the use and prepare a new com- change significantly, or if there is sig- patibility determination following the nificant new information regarding the procedure outlined in 50 CFR 26.41. effects of the use, or concurrently with [65 FR 62481, Oct. 18, 2000]

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§ 25.22 Lost and found articles. (c) Maps available in the office of the refuge manager, regional director, or Lost articles or money found on a na- area director, or tional wildlife refuge are to be imme- (d) Other appropriate methods which diately turned in to the nearest refuge will give the public actual or construc- office. tive notice of the permitted or curtailed public access, use, or rec- § 25.23 What are the general regulations and information collection re- reational activity. quirements? The Office of Management and Budg- Subpart D—Permits et has approved the information collec- § 25.41 Who issues refuge permits? tion requirements contained in sub- We authorize the refuge manager of chapter C, parts 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 32, the facility where an activity is to and 36 under 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. and take place to issue permits required by assigned the following control num- this subchapter C unless the regula- bers: 1018–0102 for National Wildlife tions in this subchapter C require the Refuge Special Use Permit Applica- applicant to obtain the applicable per- tions and Reports; 1018–0140 for Hunt- mit from the Director or Secretary. In ing and Fishing Application Forms and those situations, the refuge manager Activity Reports for National Wildlife will so inform the applicant, giving the Refuges; and 1018–0153 for National applicant all necessary information as Wildlife Refuge Visitor Check-In Per- to how and where to apply. mit and Use Report. We collect information to assist us in administering [67 FR 58942, Sept. 18, 2002] our programs in accordance with statutory authorities that require that rec- § 25.42 Permits required to be exhib- reational or other uses be compatible ited on request. with the primary purposes for which Any person on a national wildlife ref- the areas were established. Send com- uge shall upon request by any author- ments on any aspect of these forms or ized official exhibit the required Fed- the information collection require- eral or State permit or license author- ments to the Information Collection izing their presence and activity on the Clearance Officer, U.S. Fish and Wild- area and shall furnish such other infor- life Service, 1849 C Street NW., MS mation for identification purposes as 2042–PDM, Washington, DC 20240. may be requested. [79 FR 14822, Mar. 17, 2014] § 25.43 Who may terminate or revoke a permit and why? Subpart C—Public Notice The refuge manager may terminate or revoke a permit at any time for non- § 25.31 General provisions. compliance with the terms of the per- Whenever a particular public access, mit or of the regulations in this sub- use or recreational activity of any type chapter C; for nonuse; for violation of whatsoever, not otherwise expressly any law, regulation, or order applicable permitted under this subchapter, is to the refuge; or to protect public permitted on a national wildlife refuge health or safety or the resources of a or where public access, use, or rec- national wildlife refuge. reational or other activities previously [67 FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002] permitted are curtailed, the public may be notified by any of the following § 25.44 How do we grant permits for methods, all of which supplement this easement area uses? subchapter C: (a) The provisions of this subsection (a) Official signs posted conspicu- shall govern the regulation of activi- ously at appropriate intervals and loca- ties that affect easement interests actions; quired by the United States. All other (b) Special regulations issued under provisions of subchapter C shall apply the provisions of § 26.33 of this sub- to activities within such easement chapter C. areas, but only to the extent that those

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provisions are directly or indirectly re- permittee or applicant orally or in lated to the protection of those ease- writing of the proposed action and its ment interests expressly acquired by effective date. The permittee or appli- the United States which are specified cant shall have twenty (20) days after in the easement agreement itself, and notification in which to present to the are not inconsistent with the provi- refuge manager, orally or in writing, a sions of this subsection. statement in opposition to the pro- (b) We require permits for use of posed action or date. The permittee or easement areas administered by us applicant shall be notified in writing where proposed activities may affect within twenty (20) days after receipt of the property interest acquired by the the statement in opposition, of the ref- United States. Applications for permits uge manager’s final decision or order. will be submitted in writing to the Re- gional Director or a designee. We may (c) Appeals, how taken. If the refuge grant special use permits to owners of manager still intends to proceed with servient estates, or to third parties the proposed action, the permittee or with the owner’s agreement, by the Re- applicant shall have thirty (30) days gional Director or a designee, upon from the postmarked date of the refuge written determination that such per- manager’s final decision or order in mitted use is compatible. If we ulti- which to file a written appeal to the mately determine that the requested appropriate area manager. The appel- use will not affect the United States’ lant (permittee or applicant) shall be interest, the Regional Director will notified in writing within thirty (30) issue a letter of non-objection. days from the postmarked date of the (c) In instances where the third appli- appeal of the area manager’s decision. cant is a governmental entity which The appellant shall have (30) days from has acquired a partial interest in the the postmarked date of the area man- servient estate by subsequent con- ager’s decision to further appeal in demnation, a special use permit may writing to the appropriate regional di- be granted to the governmental entity rector. without the servient estate owner’s (d) Decision of regional director. The agreement if the regional director or regional director’s decision shall be his or her designee determines: final and issued in writing to the appel- (1) The permitted use is compatible; lant within thirty (30) days from the and postmarked date of the appeal. (2) The permitted use is consistent with the partial property interests ob- (e) Oral presentation. The appellant tained through condemnation. shall be provided an opportunity for (d) Regulations pertaining to rights- oral presentation before the area man- of-way in easement areas are contained ager or the regional director within the in 50 CFR part 29.21. respective thirty (30) day appeal periods. [51 FR 7575, Mar. 5, 1986, as amended at 65 FR 62482, Oct. 18, 2000] (f) Addresses. The addresses of the appropriate officials to whom appeals § 25.45 Appeals procedure. may be taken shall be furnished in (a) Who may appeal. Any person who each decision or order. is adversely affected by a refuge man- (g) Suspension pending appeal. Compli- ager’s decision or order relating to the ance with any decision or order of a person’s permit granted by the Service, refuge manager shall not be suspended or application for permit, within the by reason of an appeal having been National Wildlife Refuge System. This taken unless such suspension is author- section does not apply to permits or ized in writing by the area manager or applications for rights-of-way. See regional director (depending upon the § 29.22 for the hearing and appeals pro- official before whom the appeal is cedure on rights-of-way. pending), and then only upon a deter- (b) Preliminary procedure. Prior to mination by these officials that such making any adverse decision or order suspension will not be detrimental to on a permit or application for permit, the interests of the United States or the refuge manager shall notify the upon submission and acceptance of a

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bond deemed adequate to indemnify publications and posted designation the United States from loss or damage. signs in accordance with § 25.31 of this part. [42 FR 64120, Dec. 22, 1977. Redesignated at 51 FR 7575, Mar. 5, 1986] § 25.55 Refuge admission permits. (a) Unless otherwise provided, per- Subpart E—Fees and Charges sons entering an Entrance Fee Area shall obtain and be in possession of a SOURCE: 52 FR 29860, Aug. 12, 1987, unless valid admission permit. otherwise noted. (b) The following five types of permits allowing entrance onto an En- § 25.51 General provisions. trance Fee Area will be available for Reasonable charges and fees may be issue or purchase at such area and, ex- established for public recreational use cept for refuge-specific permits, at Fish of and, except in Alaska, entrance onto and Wildlife Service Regional and national wildlife refuges. Regulations Washington, DC Offices, and at other regarding recreational use fees are con- locations as may be designated. tained in 36 CFR part 71. Regulations (1) Single visit permit with a charge regarding entrance fees are contained not to exceed $3 per person or $7.50 per in this subpart E. noncommercial vehicle (single visit can be defined as 1–15 days, dependent § 25.52 Designation. upon a determination of the period of To be designated as an ‘‘Entrance time reasonably and ordinarily nec- Fee Area’’, a unit of the National Wild- essary for such a visit at a particular life Refuge System must be found to refuge unit). demonstrate that: (2) Golden Eagle Passport. (a) The level of visitation for rec- (3) Golden Age Passport. reational purposes is high enough to (4) Golden Access Passport. justify the collection of fees for admis- (5) Federal Migratory Bird Hunting sion permits for economic reasons; and Conservation (Duck) Stamp. To be (b) There is a practical mechanism in valid, the Duck Stamp must be current existence for implementing and oper- and bear the signature of the holder on ating a system of collecting fees for ad- the front. mission permits; and (c) Imposition of a fee for admission § 25.56 Enforcement. permits is not likely to result in undue Permits issued or used for entrance economic hardship for a significant onto Entrance Fee Areas are non- number of visitors to the unit. transferable. Failure to pay the entrance fee, to display upon request of § 25.53 Establishment of single visit an authorized official a valid permit, or entrance fees. to comply with other entrance fee pro- Entrance fees established for single visions, rules or regulations, will be visit permits at a designated Entrance subject to the penalties prescribed in 50 Fee Area shall consider the following CFR 28.31. criteria with regard to the local area within which the refuge is located: § 25.57 Exceptions and exemptions. (a) The direct and indirect cost to At Entrance Fee Areas: the Government. (a) Special admission permits for (b) The benefits to the permit holder. uses, such as group activities, may be (c) The public policy or interest issued. served. (b) No entrance fee shall be charged (d) The comparable fees charged by for persons under 16 years of age. non-Federal public agencies. (c) No entrance fee shall be charged (e) The economic and administrative for travel by private noncommercial feasibility of fee collection. vehicle over any road or highway established as part of the National Fed- § 25.54 Posting and public notification. eral Aid System (defined in 23 U.S.C. The public shall be notified that an 101), which is commonly used by the entrance fee is charged through refuge public as a means of travel between

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two places which are outside the En- to the refuge manager or other per- trance Fee Area. sonnel on duty at the national wildlife (d) No entrance fee shall be charged refuge headquarters. This report does for travel by private noncommercial not relieve persons from the responsi- vehicle over any road or highway to bility of making any other accident re- any land in which such person has a ports which may be required. property interest if such land is within any Entrance Fee Area. (e) Persons accompanying the holder PART 26—PUBLIC ENTRY AND USE of a valid single visit permit, Federal Duck Stamp or Golden Eagle, Age, or Subpart A—Introduction Access Passport in a single, private, Sec. noncommercial vehicle shall be enti- 26.11 Purpose of regulations. tled to general entrance. (f) Where entry is by any means Subpart B—Public Entry other than single, private, noncommercial vehicle, the spouse, children, or 26.21 General trespass provision. parents accompanying the holder of a 26.22 General exception for entry. valid single visit permit, Federal Duck 26.23 Exception for entry to the head- Stamp or Golden Eagle, Age, or Access quarters office. Passport shall be entitled to general 26.24 Exception for entry when accompanied by refuge personnel. entrance. 26.25 Exception for entry to persons with an economic use privilege. Subpart F—Concessions 26.26 Exception for entry for use of emergency shelter. § 25.61 General provisions. 26.27 Exception for entry on designated Public use facilities may be operated routes of travel. by concessionaires or cooperators under appropriate contact or legal Subpart C—Public Use and Recreation agreement on national wildlife refuges 26.31 General provisions. where there is a demonstrated justified 26.32 Recreational uses. need for services or facilities including, 26.33 Special regulations. but not limited to, boat rentals, swim- 26.34 What are the special regulations con- ming facilities, conducted tours of spe- cerning public access, use, and recreation cial natural attractions, shelters, ta- for individual national wildlife refuges? bles, trailer lots, food, lodging, and re- 26.35 Cabin sites. lated service. 26.36 Public assemblies and meetings. 26.41 What is the process for determining if Subpart G—Safety Regulations a use of a national wildlife refuge is a compatible use?

§ 25.71 Public safety. AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k, 664, Persons using national wildlife ref- 668dd–668ee, and 715i; Pub. L. 96–315 (94 Stat. uges shall comply with the safety re- 958) and Pub. L. 98–146 (97 Stat. 955). quirements which are established SOURCE: 41 FR 9167, Mar. 3, 1976, unless oth- under the provisions of this subchapter erwise noted. C for each individual refuge and with any safety provisions which may be included in leases, agreements, or use Subpart A—Introduction permits. § 26.11 Purpose of regulations. § 25.72 Reporting of accidents. The regulations in this part govern Accidents involving damage to prop- the circumstances under which the erty, injury to the public or injury to public can enter and use a national wildlife that occur within the bound- wildlife refuge. aries of any national wildlife refuge are to be reported as soon as possible, but in no event later than 24 hours after the accident, by the persons involved,

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Subpart B—Public Entry § 26.26 Exception for entry for use of emergency shelter. § 26.21 General trespass provision. A permit is not required for access to (a) No person shall trespass, includ- any national wildlife area for tem- ing but not limited to entering, occu- porary shelter or temporary protection pying, using, or being upon, any na- in the event of emergency conditions. tional wildlife refuge, except as specifi- § 26.27 Exception for entry on des- cally authorized in this subchapter C ignated routes of travel. or in other applicable Federal regula- A permit is not required to enter, tions. travel on, and exit from any national (b) No unconfined domestic animals, wildlife refuge on public waters and including but not limited to dogs, hogs, roads, and such roads, trails, footpaths, cats, horses, sheep and cattle, shall be walkways, or other routes and areas permitted to enter upon any national which are designated for public use wildlife refuge or to roam at large upon under the provisions of this subchapter such an area, except as specifically au- C. thorized under the provisions of § 26.34, § 27.91 or § 29.2 of this subchapter C. Subpart C—Public Use and § 26.22 General exception for entry. Recreation (a) Any person entering or using any § 26.31 General provisions. national wildlife refuge will comply Public recreation will be permitted with the regulations in this subchapter on national wildlife refuges as an ap- C, the provisions of any special regula- propriate incidental or secondary use, tions and any other official notifica- only after it has been determined that tion as is appropriate under § 25.31. such recreational use is practicable and (b) A permit shall be required for any not inconsistent with the primary ob- person entering a national wildlife ref- jectives for which each particular area uge, unless otherwise provided under was established or with other author- the provisions of subchapter C. The ized Federal operations. permittee will abide by all the terms and conditions set forth in the permit. § 26.32 Recreational uses. Recreational uses such as, but not § 26.23 Exception for entry to the limited to, sightseeing, nature observa- headquarters office. tion and photography, interpretive cen- The headquarters office of any na- ters and exhibits, hunting and fishing, tional wildlife refuge is open to public bathing, boating, camping, ice skating, access and admission during regularly picnicking, swimming, water skiing, established business hours. and other similar activities may be permitted on national wildlife refuges. § 26.24 Exception for entry when ac- When such uses are permitted the pub- companied by refuge personnel. lic will be notified under the provisions of this subchapter C. A permit is not required for access to any part of a national wildlife refuge § 26.33 Special regulations. by a person when accompanied by ref- (a) Special regulations shall be issued uge personnel. for public use, access, and recreation within certain individual national § 26.25 Exception for entry to persons with an economic use privilege. wildlife refuges where there is a need to amend, modify, relax or make more Access to and travel upon a national stringent the regulations contained in wildlife refuge by a person granted eco- this subchapter C. The issued special nomic use privileges on that national regulations will supplement the provi- wildlife refuge should be restricted to a sions in this part 26. specified area in accordance with the (b) Special recreational use regula- provisions of their agreement, lease, or tions may contain the following items: permit. (1) Recreational uses authorized.

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(2) Seasons, period, or specific time (2) In areas posted and shown on of use. maps as ‘‘Area Closed,’’ ‘‘Area Closed— (3) Description of areas open to recre- No Motors,’’ and ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ ation. (Goose Island), we ask that you prac- (4) Specific conditions or require- tice voluntary avoidance of these areas ments. by any means or for any purpose from (5) Other provisions. October 15 to the end of the respective (6) Special regulations for public use, State duck hunting season. In areas access, and recreation are published in marked ‘‘no motors,’’ we prohibit the the daily issue of the FEDERAL REG- use of motors on watercraft from Octo- ISTER and may be codified in the Code ber 15 to the end of the respective of Federal Regulations. They shall be State duck hunting season (see § 32.42 issued in compliance with procedures of this chapter for list of areas and lo- contained in the Departmental Manual. cations). (3) Commercial tours and filming re- § 26.34 What are the special regula- quire a permit issued by the refuge or tions concerning public access, use, district manager (see § 27.51 of this and recreation for individual na- chapter). tional wildlife refuges? (4) We allow the collecting of edible The following refuge units, listed in fruits, nuts, mushrooms, or other plant alphabetical order by State and unit parts for personal use (no sale or barter name, have refuge-specific regulations allowed). We limit the amount you for public access, use, and recreation. may collect to 2 gallons by volume per person, per day (see § 27.51 of this chap- ILLINOIS ter). We also allow the collecting of Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife shed deer antlers for personal use. and Fish Refuge (5) We prohibit the harvest of wild rice; plant and animal specimens; and Refer to § 26.34 Minnesota for regula- other natural objects, such as rocks, tions. stones, or minerals. We only allow the collection of plants or their parts for IOWA ornamental use by permit issued by the refuge or district manager (see § 27.51 of Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife this chapter). and Fish Refuge (6) We prohibit the cutting, removal, Refer to § 26.34 Minnesota for regula- or damage of any tree or vegetation on tions. the refuge without a permit from the refuge or district manager. We prohibit MINNESOTA attaching nails, screws, or other hard- ware to any tree (see § 27.51 and § 32.42 Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife of this chapter). and Fish Refuge (7) We prohibit all vehicle use on or (a) Wildlife Observation, Photography, across refuge lands at any time except Interpretation, Environmental Education, on designated routes of travel or on the and other General Recreational Uses. We ice over navigable waters accessed allow wildlife-dependent uses and other from boat landings. We prohibit park- recreational uses such as, but not lim- ing beyond vehicle control barriers or ited to, sightseeing, hiking, bicycling on grass or other vegetation. We pro- on roads or trails, picnicking, and hibit parking or operating vehicles in a swimming, on areas designated by the manner that obstructs or impedes any refuge manager and shown on maps road, trail, fire lane, boat ramp, access available at refuge offices, subject to gate, or other facility, or in a manner the following conditions: that creates a safety hazard or endan- (1) In areas posted and shown on gers any person, property, or environ- maps as ‘‘No Entry—Sanctuary,’’ we mental feature. We may impound any prohibit entry as specified on signs or vehicle left parked in violation at the maps (see § 32.42 of this chapter for list owner’s expense (see § 27.31(h) of this of areas and locations). chapter).

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(8) We allow dogs and other domestic depth of 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) and at animals on the refuge subject to the least 50 feet (15 m) from water’s edge following conditions: (see § 27.94 of this chapter). (i) We prohibit dogs disturbing or en- (b) Watercraft Use. We allow the use dangering wildlife or people while on of watercraft of all types and means of the refuge. propulsion on all navigable waters of (ii) While on the refuge, all dogs must the refuge in accordance with State be under the control of their owners/ regulations subject to the following handlers at all times or on a leash. conditions: (iii) We prohibit allowing dogs to (1) In areas posted and shown on roam. maps as ‘‘Electric Motor Area,’’ we (iv) All dogs must be on a leash when prohibit motorized vehicles and on hiking trails, or other areas so post- watercraft year-round except ed. watercraft powered by electric motors (v) We allow working a dog in refuge or nonmotorized means. We do not pro- waters by tossing a retrieval dummy or hibit the possession of other watercraft other object for out-and-back exercise. motors in these areas, only their use. (vi) We encourage the use of dogs for These areas are named and located as hunting (see § 32.42 of this chapter), but follows: we prohibit field trials and commer- (i) Island 42, Pool 5, Minnesota, 459 cial/professional dog training. acres. (vii) Owners/handlers of dogs are re- (ii) Snyder Lake, Pool 5A, Minnesota, sponsible for disposal of dog droppings 182 acres. in refuge public use concentration (iii) Mertes Slough, Pool 6, Wis- areas such as trails, sandbars, and boat consin, 222 acres. landings. (iv) Browns Marsh, Pool 7, Wisconsin, (viii) We prohibit horses and all other 827 acres. domestic animals on the refuge unless (v) Hoosier Lake, Pool 10, Wisconsin, confined in a vehicle, boat, trailer, 162 acres. kennel or other container (see § 26.21 of (2) In areas posted and shown on this chapter). maps as ‘‘Slow No Wake Area,’’ we re- (9) We prohibit the carrying, pos- quire watercraft to travel at slow, no- sessing, or discharging of firearms (in- wake speed from March 16 through Oc- cluding dog training pistols and tober 31. We apply the applicable State dummy launchers), air guns, or any definition of slow, no-wake operation other weapons on the refuge, unless in these areas. We also prohibit the op- you are a licensed hunter or trapper eration of airboats or hovercraft in engaged in authorized activities during these areas from March 16 through Oc- established seasons, in accordance with tober 31. These areas are named and lo- Federal, State, and local regulations. cated as follows: We prohibit target practice on the ref- (i) Nelson-Trevino, Pool 4, Wisconsin, uge (see §§ 27.42 and 27.43 of this chap- 2,626 acres (takes effect March 16, 2009). ter). (ii) Denzers Slough, Pool 5A, Min- (10) We prohibit the use or possession nesota, 83 acres. of glass food and beverage containers (iii) Black River Bottoms, Pool 7, on lands within the refuge. Wisconsin, 815 acres. (11) We require that you keep all ref- (iv) Blue/Target Lake, Pool 8, Min- uge lands clean during your period of nesota, 1,834 acres. use or occupancy. At all times you (v) Root River, Pool 8, Minnesota, 695 must keep all refuse, trash, and litter acres. contained in bags or other suitable (vi) Reno Bottoms, Pool 9, Min- containers and not left scattered on nesota, 2,536 acres. the ground or in the water. You must (vii) Nine Mile Island, Pool 12, Iowa, remove all personal property, refuse, 454 acres. trash, and litter immediately upon (viii) Princeton, Pool 14, Iowa, 327 vacating a site. We require that human acres. solid waste and associated material be (3) In water access and travel routes either removed and properly disposed posted and shown on maps as ‘‘Slow No of off-refuge or be buried on site to a Wake Zone,’’ we require watercraft to

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travel at slow, no-wake speed at all posted ‘‘No Entry—Sanctuary,’’ ‘‘Area times unless otherwise posted. We Closed,’’ ‘‘Area Closed—No Motors,’’ apply the respective State definition of and ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or on any sites slow, no-wake operation in these areas. not clearly visible from the main com- (4) In portions of Spring Lake and mercial navigation channel of the Mis- Crooked Slough—Lost Mound, Pool 13, sissippi River (see § 32.42 of this chap- Illinois, posted as ‘‘Slow, 5 mph When ter). Boats Present’’ and marked on maps as (5) You must occupy campsites daily. ‘‘Speed/Distance Regulation,’’ we re- We prohibit the leaving of tents, camp- quire watercraft operators to reduce ing equipment, or other property unat- the speed of their watercraft to less tended at any site for over 24 hours, than 5 mph (8 kph) when within 100 feet and we may impound any equipment (30 m) of another watercraft that is anchored or underway at 5 mph (8 kph) or left in violation at the owner’s expense. less. We define occupy and attended as being (5) We prohibit the mooring, beach- present at a site for a minimum of 2 ing, or storing of watercraft on the ref- hours daily. uge without being used at least once (6) You must remove any tables, fire- every 24 hours. We define ‘‘being used’’ places, or other facilities erected upon as a watercraft moved at least 100 feet vacating a camping or day-use site. (30 m) on the water with operator on (7) We allow campfires in conjunction board. We prohibit the mooring of with camping and day-use activities watercraft within 200 feet (60 m) of ref- subject to the following conditions (see uge boat landings or ramps. We may § 27.95 and § 32.42 of this chapter): impound any watercraft moored in vio- (i) You may only use dead wood on lation at the owner’s expense (see the ground, or materials brought into § 27.32 of this chapter). the refuge such as charcoal or fire- (6) Conditions A1, A2, and A11 apply. wood. You must remove any unused (c) Camping. We allow camping on all firewood brought into the refuge upon lands and waters of the refuge as des- departure due to the threat of invasive ignated by the refuge manager and insects. shown on maps available at refuge of- (ii) We prohibit building, attending, fices subject to the following conditions: and maintaining a campfire without (1) We define camping as erecting a sufficient clearance from flammable tent or shelter of natural or synthetic materials so as to prevent its escape. material, preparing a sleeping bag or (iii) We prohibit building a fire at other bedding material for use, parking any developed facility including, but of a motor vehicle or mooring or an- not limited to, boat landings, access choring of a vessel, for the apparent areas, parking lots, roads, trails, or purpose of overnight occupancy, or, oc- any other recreation or management cupying or leaving personal property, facility or structure. including boats or other craft, at a site (iv) We prohibit burying live fires or anytime between the hours of 11 p.m. hot coals when vacating a campfire and 3 a.m. site. (2) We prohibit camping at any one (v) We prohibit burning or attempt- site for a period longer than 14 days ing to burn any nonflammable mate- during any 30-consecutive-day period. rials or any materials that may After 14 days, you must move all per- produce toxic fumes or leave hazardous sons, property, equipment, and boats to waste. These materials include, but are a new site located at least 0.5 mile (0.8 not limited to, metal cans, plastic con- km) from the previous site. tainers, glass, fiberglass, treated wood (3) We prohibit camping within 200 feet (60 meters) of any refuge boat products, wood containing nails or sta- landing, access area, parking lot, struc- ples, wire, flotation materials, or other ture, road, trail, or other recreation or refuse. management facility. (8) Conditions A4 through A11 apply. (4) We prohibit camping during waterfowl hunting seasons within areas

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VIRGINIA uous employment in the Norfolk, Vir- ginia, area may qualify for access. Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (3) The burden of proving that the prospective permittee meets these cri- ACCESS teria shall be on the applicant by pres- (a) Access qualifications and specifica- entation of adequate documentation to tions. (1) As provided for in Pub. L. 96– the refuge manager. Permittees may be 315, permanent, full-time residents who required to submit additional docu- can furnish to the refuge manager, mentation of their eligibility to the Back Bay NWR, adequate proof of con- refuge manager in order to maintain tinuous and continuing residency, com- access. Permits will be issued only to mencing prior to December 31, 1979, on those who legally qualify for them. the Outer Banks from the refuge (4) Only one permit will be issued per boundary south to and including the family. All permits issued will be ter- village of Corolla, North Carolina, as minated in the event that alternate ac- long as they remain permanent, full- cess becomes available during the per- time residents. The south boundary of mit period. the area for access consideration is de- (5) Permits are issued for the purpose fined as a straight east-west line ex- of providing ingress and egress across tending from Currituck Sound to the the refuge beach to the permittee’s res- Atlantic Ocean and passing through a idence. Personal access is limited to point 1,600 feet due south of the permittees, their families, relatives, Currituck lighthouse. ‘‘Residence’’ and guests while being transported in means a place of general abode; ‘‘Place the permittee’s vehicle. ‘‘Personal ac- of general abode’’ means a person’s cess’’ means private, non-commercial principal, actual dwelling place in fact, use. Permits are not transferable by without regard to intent. A ‘‘dwelling’’ sale or devise. means a residential structure occupied on a year-round basis by the permit ap- (6) All vehicle occupants must pro- plicant and shall not include seasonal vide positive identification upon the or part-time dwelling units such as request of any refuge official. beach houses, vacation cabins, or (b) Routes of travel. Access to, and structures which are intermittently oc- travel along, the refuge beach by mo- cupied. torized vehicles may be allowed be- (2) As provided for in Pub. L. 98–146, tween the dune crossing at the key ‘‘Up to 15 additional permits shall be card operated gate near the refuge granted to those persons meeting any headquarters, and the south boundary one of the following conditions:’’ of the refuge only after a permit has (i) A resident as of July 1, 1982, who been issued or authorization provided held a valid Service access permit for by the refuge manager. Travel along improved property owners at any time the refuge beach by motorized vehicle during the period from July 29, 1976, shall be below the high tide line, with- through December 31, 1979. in the intertidal zone, to the maximum (ii) Anyone in continuous residency extent practicable. This may require since 1976, in the area bounded on the permittees to adjust their travel times north by the refuge boundary, and on to avoid high tides which would require the south by a straight line passing the use of the emergency storm access/ through a point in the east-west pro- evacuation route over the east dike. longation of the centerline of Albacore (c) Number of trips allowed. Permittees Street, Whaleshead Club Subdivision, and members of their immediate fami- Currituck County, North Carolina. lies residing with them are limited to a (iii) Any permanent, full time resi- total of two round trips per day per dent as of April 1, 1983, residing in the household. area outlined in paragraph (a)(2)(ii) of (d) Hours of travel. Travel along the this section and not otherwise eligible, designated route is permitted 24 hours who can substantiate to the Secretary per day from October 1 through April of the Interior that access is essential 30. Travel is restricted to the hours of to their maintaining a livelihood; so 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight from May 1 long as they maintain full-time contin- through September 30.

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(e) Medical emergencies. Private vehi- (3) Emergency situations. The refuge cles used in a medical emergency will manager, upon reasonable notification, be granted access. A ‘‘medical emer- will be able to authorize essential serv- gency’’ means any condition that ice/emergency repair access, outside threatens human life or limb unless the prescribed time periods, for emer- medical treatment is immediately ob- gency situations should they arise. tained. (i) False Cape State Park employees. The vehicle operator is required to pro- False Cape State Park and Virginia vide the refuge manager with a doc- Game Commission employees who are tor’s statement confirming the emer- residents in the park will be considered gency within 36 hours after the access as permanent, full-time residents as has occurred. defined in § 26.34(a) with access privi- (f) Military, fire or emergency vehicles. leges identical to those of other per- Military, fire, emergency or law en- mittees with beach access privileges. forcement vehicles used for emergency (j) Commercial fishermen, businesses purposes may be granted access. Vehi- and their employees. (1) Commercial cles used by an employee/agent of the fishermen who have verified that their Federal, State or local government, in fishing operations on the Outer Banks the course of official duty other than of Virginia Beach, Virginia, or for emergency purposes, may be grant- Currituck County, North Carolina, ed access upon advance request to the have been dependent since 1972 on in- refuge manager. Continuous or recur- gress and egress to or across the refuge ring use of the refuge beach for other are granted permits for access. Travel than emergency purposes shall require through the refuge by commercial fish- the issuance of a permit from the ref- ermen from Currituck County, North uge manager. Carolina, will be permitted only when (g) Public utility vehicles. Public util- directly associated with commercial ity vehicles used on official business fishing operations. Drivers and pas- will be granted access. A permit speci- sengers on trips through the refuge are fying the times and types of access will limited to commercial fishing crew be issued by the refuge manager. A members. A commercial fisherman means ‘‘public utility vehicle’’ means any ve- one who harvests finfish by gill net or hicle owned or operated by a public haul seine in the Atlantic Ocean, and utility company enfranchised to supply who has owned and operated a commer- Outer Banks residents with electricity cial fishing businesses continuously or telephone service. since 1972. Commercial permits are not (h) Essential commercial service vehi- transferable by sale or devise. The cles. (1) Essential commercial service level of commercial permittee travel vehicles on business calls during the across the refuge shall not increase hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through above the average yearly levels main- Friday will be granted access, only tained in the 1985–1987 period. upon prior approval of the refuge man- (2) Other businesses who have ager when responding to a request from verified that their business operations a permittee. Such requests may be on the Outer Banks of Currituck Coun- verbal or in writing. Access by essen- ty, North Carolina, have been depend- tial commercial service vehicles will be ent since 1972 on ingress and egress to granted only after all other reasonable or across the refuge will be granted alternatives to access through the ref- permits for access in accordance with uge have been exhausted as determined the limitations outlined in paragraph by the refuge manager. (j)(1) of this section. (2) ‘‘Commercial service vehicle’’ (3) Each commercial fisherman or means any vehicle owned or operated other business may be granted a max- by or on behalf of an individual, part- imum of five designated employees to nership, or corporation that is properly travel the refuge beach for commercial licensed to engage entirely in the busi- fishing or other business-related pur- ness of furnishing emergency repair poses only. Commercial fishing em- services, including but not limited to ployees may carry only other commer- plumbing, electrical, and repairs to cial fishing employees as passengers. household appliances. Other business employees may carry

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only other employees of that business. (4) Medical access waiver permits The hauling of trailers associated with may be issued under the following con- the conduct of commercial fishing or ditions: other business activities is authorized. (i) The Regional Director may grant (4) Employees of commercial fisher- access to non-eligible permanent resi- men and/or other businesses who apply dents who can show proof that their for access permits shall have the bur- physical health is such that life-threat- den of proving, by the presentation of ening situations may result from more appropriate documentation to the ref- arduous travel conditions. The submis- uge manager, that they are an ‘‘em- sion of substantiating medical records ployee’’ for purposes of this section of is required to be considered for a med- the regulations. Appropriate docu- ical access waiver. mentation is defined as the submission (ii) All medical access waiver permit- of standardized and verifiable employ- tees will be required to prove that their ment forms including: Signed W-2 and medical condition is or continues to be W–4 forms, IRS form #1099, official such that a life-threatening situation earnings statements for specified peri- would result from more arduous travel ods, employee income tax withholding conditions. Such proof shall be re- submissions to State and Federal tax quired prior to the issuance of an ac- offices (e.g., IRS form W–3 with W-2s cess permit, and at 3-year intervals attached), State unemployment tax in- thereafter. formation or other proof of actual em- (iii) A second medical opinion will be ployment. Documentation for each em- required by the Regional Director prior ployee must be submitted in advance of to the issuance or re-issuance of any access being granted, or, for new em- such permit. This second opinion will ployees, within 30 days of their start- be provided for at Service expense, by a ing date. Failure to provide government designated physician. verification of employment for new (iv) No additional medical access employees within 30 days will result in waiver permits will be issued after De- cember 31, 1987. termination of access privileges. (v) Previous holders of medical ac- (k) Suspension or waiver of rules. (1) In cess waiver permits will retain access an emergency, the refuge manager may subject to paragraph (k)(4) (ii) and (iii) suspend any or all of the foregoing re- of this section. strictions on vehicular travel and an- (l) Violation of rules. Violators of nounce each suspension by whatever these special regulations pertaining to means are available. In the event of ad- Back Bay NWR are subject to legal ac- verse weather conditions, the refuge tion as prescribed by 50 CFR 25.43 and manager may close all or any portion part 28, including suspension or revoca- of the refuge to vehicular traffic for tion of all permits issued to the viola- such periods as deemed advisable in the tor or responsible permittee. The ref- interest of public safety. uge manager may deny access permits (2) The refuge manager may make ex- to applicants who, during the 2 years ceptions to access restrictions, if they immediately preceding the date of ap- are compatible with refuge purposes, plication, have formally been charged for qualified permittees who have dem- and successfully prosecuted for three onstrated to the refuge manager a need or more violations of these or other for additional access relating to health regulations in effect at Back Bay NWR. or livelihood. Individuals whose vehicle access privi- (3) The refuge manager may grant leges are suspended, revoked, or denied one-time use authorization for vehic- may, within 30 days, file a written ap- ular access through the refuge to indi- peal of the action to the Assistant Re- viduals, not otherwise qualified above, gional Director-Refuges and Wildlife, who have demonstrated to the refuge One Gateway Center, Suite 700, Newton manager that there is no feasible alter- Corner, Massachusetts 02158, in accord- native to the access requested. Author- ance with 50 CFR 25.45(c). ization for access under this provision (m) Other access rules. (1) No permit will not be based on convenience to the will remain in effect beyond December applicant. 31 of the year in which it was issued.

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Permits may be renewed upon the sub- poses of nature observation and study, mission of appropriate updated infor- photography, hiking, surf fishing, and mation relating to the permit, and a bicycling. signed statement that the conditions (o) Beach-oriented uses. Designated under which the previous permit was areas of the refuge beach are open to issued have not changed. In the event wildlife/wildlands-oriented recreation of any changes of conditions under only as outlined in paragraph (n) of which the permit is granted, the per- this section. Entry to the beach is via mittee shall notify the refuge manager designated access points only. in writing within 30 days. Failure to re- (p) Parking. Limited parking at the port changes may result in suspension/ refuge office/visitor contact station is revocation of the permit. permitted only in designated spaces. (2) Vehicles shall be operated on the Parking is available on a first-come, refuge beach only by the permittee or first-serve basis for persons engaged in other authorized drivers. Permit hold- wildlife/wildlands-oriented recreation ers shall not tow, transport or operate only as outlined in paragraph (n) of vehicles owned by non-permit holders this section. through the refuge. Non-commercial (q) Fires. All fires are prohibited. permit holders may tow utility and (r) Pets. Dogs and other pets, on a boat trailers when being used for their hand-held leash not exceeding 10 feet in personal use only. Any towed vehicle length, are permitted from October 1 shall have advance approval from the through March 31. refuge manager prior to being brought (s) Other general rules. (1) Pedestrians through the refuge. This access privi- and vehicular traffic in the sand dunes lege is not to be used for any commer- are prohibited. cial purpose. (2) Use by all groups exceeding 10 in- (3) The refuge manager may prescribe dividuals will require a Special Use restrictions as to the types of vehicles Permit, issued by the refuge manager. to be permitted to ensure public safety (3) Registered motor vehicles and and adherence to all applicable rules motorized bicycles (mopeds) are per- and regulations. mitted on the paved refuge access road (4) A magnetic card will be issued to and parking lot at refuge headquarters. each authorized driver only for his or All other motorized vehicular use is her operation of the computer con- prohibited, except as specifically au- trolled gate. No more than two cards thorized pursuant to this rule. will be issued per family. Only one ve- (4) The information collection re- hicle will be permitted to pass for each quirement contained in this rule has gate opening. Unauthorized use of the been approved by the Office of Manage- magnetic card may result in suspen- ment and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501, sion of the permit. A fee will be et seq., and has been assigned the num- charged to replace lost or misplaced ber 1018–0014. The information being cards. Malfunctioning cards will be re- collected is used to determine eligi- placed at no charge. bility for issuing a vehicular access (5) Access is granted for the purpose permit and a response is required to ob- of travel to and from the permittee’s tain a benefit. residence and/or place of business. Ac- cess is not authorized for the purpose WISCONSIN of transporting individuals for hire, or for the transport of prospective real es- Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife tate clients to or from the Outer Banks and Fish Refuge of North Carolina, or for any other pur- Refer to § 26.34 Minnesota for regula- pose not covered in this rule. tions.

GENERAL RULES [52 FR 35715, Sept. 23, 1987, as amended at 73 FR 22260, Apr. 24, 2008] (n) Entry on foot, bicycle or motor vehi- EDITORIAL NOTE: For FEDERAL REGISTER ci- cle. Entry on foot, bicycle, or by motor tations to regulations affecting temporary vehicle on designated routes is per- and special regulations on national wildlife mitted one-half hour before sunrise to refuges, see the List of CFR Sections Af- one-half hour after sunset for the pur- fected, which appears in the Finding Aids

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section of the printed volume and at § 26.41 What is the process for deter- www.fdsys.gov. mining if a use of a national wildlife refuge is a compatible use? § 26.35 Cabin sites. The Refuge Manager will not initiate (a) There shall be no new private or permit a new use of a national wild- cabin site permits issued for national life refuge or expand, renew, or extend wildlife refuges. All appropriate provi- an existing use of a national wildlife sions of 43 CFR part 21 apply to the refuge, unless the Refuge Manager has phaseout of existing permits on na- determined that the use is a compat- tional wildlife refuges. ible use. This section provides guide- (b) No new government owned cabin lines for making compatibility deter- site permits for private recreational minations, and procedures for docu- purposes shall be issued nor shall exist- menting compatibility determinations ing permits be renewed. and for periodic review of compatibility determinations. We will usually § 26.36 Public assemblies and meet- complete compatibility determinations ings. as part of the comprehensive conservation plan or step-down management (a) Public meetings, assemblies, dem- plan process for individual uses, spe- onstrations, parades and other public cific use programs, or groups of related expressions of view may be permitted uses described in the plan. We will within a national wildlife refuge open make all compatibility determinations to public use, provided a permit therein writing. fore has been issued by the refuge man- (a) What information do we include in ager. a compatibility determination? All com- (b) Any application for such permit patibility determinations will include shall set forth the name of the appli- the following information: cant, the date, time, duration, nature (1) The proposed or existing use; and place of the proposed event, an es- (2) The name of the national wildlife timate of the number of persons ex- refuge; pected to attend, and a statement of (3) The authorities used to establish equipment and facilities to be used in the national wildlife refuge; connection therewith. (4) The purpose(s) of the national (c) The refuge manager may issue a wildlife refuge; (5) The National Wildlife Refuge Sys- permit on proper application unless: tem mission; (1) A prior application for the same (6) The nature and extent of the use time and place has been made which including the following: has been or will be granted; or (i) What is the use? Is the use a pri- (2) The activity will present a clear ority public use?; and present danger to public health or (ii) Where would the use be con- safety, or undue disturbance to the ducted?; other users or resources of the area; or (iii) When would the use be con- (3) The activity is of such nature that ducted?; it cannot be reasonably accommodated (iv) How would the use be con- in the particular national wildlife ref- ducted?; and uge; or (v) Why is the use being proposed?. (4) The activity conflicts with the (7) An analysis of costs for admin- purposes of the national wildlife ref- istering and managing each use; uge. (8) The anticipated impacts of the use on the national wildlife refuge’s pur- (d) The permit may contain such con- poses and the National Wildlife Refuge ditions as are reasonably consistent System mission; with protection and use of the national (9) The amount of opportunity for wildlife refuge for the purpose for public review and comment provided; which it is maintained. It may also (10) Whether the use is compatible or contain reasonable limitations on the not compatible (does it or will it mate- time and area within which the activ- rially interfere with or detract from ity is permitted. the fulfillment of the National Wildlife

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Refuge System mission or the pur- PART 27—PROHIBITED ACTS pose(s) of the national wildlife refuge); (11) Stipulations necessary to ensure Subpart A—Introduction compatibility; (12) A logical explanation describing Sec. how the proposed use would, or would 27.11 Purpose of regulations. not, materially interfere with or detract from the fulfillment of the Na- Subpart B—Taking Violations tional Wildlife Refuge System mission 27.21 General provisions. or the purpose(s) of the national wildlife refuge; Subpart C—Disturbing Violations: With (13) The Refuge Manager’s signature Vehicles and date signed; and (14) The Regional Chief’s concurrence 27.31 General provisions regarding vehicles. signature and date signed. 27.32 Boats. (15) The mandatory 10- or 15-year re- 27.33 Water skiing. evaluation date. 27.34 Aircraft. (b) Making a use compatible through replacement of lost habitat values or other Subpart D—Disturbing Violations: With compensatory mitigation. We will not Weapons allow compensatory mitigation to 27.41 General provisions. make a proposed refuge use compat- 27.42 Firearms. ible, except by replacement of lost 27.43 Weapons other than firearms. habitat values as provided in paragraph (c) of this section. If we cannot make Subpart E—Disturbing Violations: Against the proposed use compatible with stip- Plants and Animals ulations we cannot allow the use. (c) Existing right-of-ways. We will not 27.51 Disturbing, injuring, and damaging make a compatibility determination plants and animals. and will deny any request for mainte- 27.52 Introduction of plants and animals. nance of an existing right-of-way which Subpart F—Disturbing Violations: Against will affect a unit of the National Wild- Nonwildlife Property life Refuge System, unless: the design adopts appropriate measures to avoid 27.61 Destruction or removal of property. resource impacts and includes provi- 27.62 Search for and removal of objects of sions to ensure no net loss of habitat antiquity. quantity and quality; restored or re- 27.63 Search for and removal of other valued placement areas identified in the de- objects. sign are afforded permanent protection 27.64 Prospecting and mining. 27.65 Tampering with vehicles and equip- as part of the national wildlife refuge ment. or wetland management district affected by the maintenance; and all res- Subpart G—Disturbing Violations: Filming, toration work is completed by the ap- Photography, and Light and Sound plicant prior to any title transfer or re- Equipment cording of the easement, if applicable. Maintenance of an existing right-of- 27.71 Commercial filming and still photog- way includes minor expansion or minor raphy and audio recording. realignment to meet safety standards. 27.72 Audio equipment. (d) Termination of uses that are not 27.73 Artificial lights. compatible. When we determine an ex- Subpart H—Disturbing Violations: Personal isting use is not compatible, we will ex- Conduct peditiously terminate or modify the use to make it compatible. Except with 27.81 Alcoholic beverages. written authorization by the Director, 27.82 Possession and delivery of controlled this process of termination or modi- substances. fication will not exceed 6 months from 27.83 Indecency and disorderly conduct. the date that the compatibility deter- 27.84 Interference with persons engaged in mination is signed. authorized activities. 27.85 Gambling. [65 FR 62482, Oct. 18, 2000] 27.86 Begging.

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Subpart I—Other Disturbing Violations ed and made a part of the regulations in this part. 27.91 Field trials. 27.92 Private structures. (b) No operator of a vehicle shall be 27.93 Abandonment of property. under the influence of intoxicating 27.94 Disposal of waste. beverages or controlled substances. 27.95 Fires. (c) Driving or operating any vehicle 27.96 Advertising. carelessly or heedlessly, or in willful or 27.97 Private operations. wanton disregard for the rights or safe- AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 685, 752, 690d; 16 U.S.C. ty of other persons, or without due care 460k, 460l–6d, 664, 668dd, 685, 690d, 715i, 715s, 725; 43 U.S.C. 315a. or at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under prevailing condi- SOURCE: 41 FR 9168, Mar. 3, 1976, unless oth- tions, having regard to traffic, weath- erwise noted. er, wildlife, road, and light conditions, and surface, width, and character of Subpart A—Introduction the travel way is prohibited. Every op- § 27.11 Purpose of regulations. erator shall maintain such control of the vehicle as may be necessary to The regulations in this part 27 govern avoid danger to persons or property or those acts by the public which are pro- wildlife. hibited at all times except as permitted in this part, part 26, and part 25, (d) The vehicle speed limit shall not subpart D—Permits. exceed 25 m.p.h. except as otherwise legally posted. [42 FR 56954, Oct. 31, 1977] (e)(1) Every motor vehicle shall at all time be equipped with a muffler in Subpart B—Taking Violations good working order, and which cannot be removed or otherwise altered while § 27.21 General provisions. the vehicle is being operated on a na- No person shall take any animal or tional wildlife refuge. To prevent ex- plant on any national wildlife refuge, cessive or unusual noise no person except as authorized under 50 CFR 27.51 shall use a muffler cut-out, bypass, or and parts 31, 32, and 33 of this sub- similar device upon a motor vehicle. A chapter C. vehicle that produces unusual or excessive noise or visible pollutants is pro- Subpart C—Disturbing Violations: hibited. With Vehicles (2) A refuge manager, by posting of appropriate signs or by marking on a § 27.31 General provisions regarding vehicles. map which shall be available at the refuge headquarters, may require that Travel in or use of any motorized or any motor vehicle operating in the des- other vehicles, including those used on ignated area shall be equipped with a air, water, ice, snow, is prohibited on spark arrestor that meets Standard national wildlife refuges except on des- 5100–1a of the U.S. Forest Service, De- ignated routes of travel, as indicated by the appropriate traffic control signs partment of Agriculture which stand- or signals and in designated areas post- ard includes the requirements that ed or delineated on maps by the refuge such spark arrestor shall have an effi- manager and subject to the following ciency to retain or destroy at least 80 requirements and limitations: percent of carbon particles, for all flow (a) Unless specifically covered by the rates, and that such spark arrestor has general and special regulations set been warranted by its manufacturer as forth in this chapter, the laws and reg- meeting the above mentioned effi- ulations of the State within whose ex- ciency requirement for at least 1,000 terior boundaries a national wildlife hours, subject to normal use, with refuge or portion thereof is located maintenance and mounting in accord- shall govern traffic and the operation ance with the manufacturers rec- and use of vehicles. Such State laws ommendations. and regulations which are now or may (f) The operation of a vehicle which hereafter be in effect are hereby adopt- does not bear valid license plates and is

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not properly certified, registered, or in- CFR, are applicable on navigable spected in accordance with applicable waters of the United States. State laws is prohibited. (ii) Unless specifically covered by the (g) Driving or permitting another general and special regulations set person to drive a vehicle without valid forth in this chapter, the laws and reg- license is prohibited. A valid driver’s or ulations of the State within whose ex- operator’s license must be displayed terior boundaries a national wildlife upon the request of any authorized offi- refuge or portion thereof is located cial. shall govern boating and the operation (h) Stopping, parking or leaving any and use of boats. Such laws and regula- vehicle, whether attended or unat- tions which are now or may hereafter tended, upon any road, trail, or fire be in effect are hereby adopted and lane so as to obstruct the free movement of other vehicles is prohibited, made a part of the regulations in this except in the event of accident or other part. conditions beyond the immediate con- (2) No operator or person in charge of trol of the operator, or as otherwise di- any boat shall operate or knowingly rected by an authorized official. permit any other person to operate a (i) All persons shall obey the lawful boat in a reckless or negligent manner, order or signal of any authorized offi- or in a manner so as to endanger or be cial directing, controlling, or regu- likely to endanger any person, prop- lating the movement of traffic. erty or wildlife. (j) Load, weight and width limita- (3) No person shall operate or be in tions, as may be necessary, shall be actual physical control of a boat while prescribed and the public advised under under the influence of intoxicating provisions of § 25.31. Such limitations beverages or controlled substances. must be complied with by the opera- (4) No person shall operate a boat in tors of all vehicles. a manner which will unreasonably (k) A motor vehicle involved in an interfere with other boats or with free accident is not to be moved until an and proper navigation of the water- authorized official arrives at the scene ways of the areas. Anchoring in heavily of the accident, unless such vehicle constitutes a traffic or safety hazard. traveled channels or main thorough- (l) A motor vehicle shall not be oper- fares shall constitute such interference ated at anytime without proper brakes if unreasonable in the prevailing cir- and brake lights, or from sunset to cumstances. sunrise without working headlights (5) No person shall operate a boat on and taillights which comply with the refuge waters that has a marine head regulations for operation on the roads (toilet) unless it conforms to Environ- of the State within whose boundaries mental Protection Agency regulations the refuge is located. regarding sewage discharge. (m) Such other requirements which (6) Every sailboat when underway are established under the provisions of from sunset to sunrise shall carry and this subchapter C. exhibit a bright white light visible all around the horizon for a distance of § 27.32 Boats. two miles. (a) The use of boats in national wild- (7) Leaving any boat unattended, out- life refuges is prohibited except as may side of designated mooring or beaching be authorized under and subject to the areas, for a period in excess of 72 hours requirements set forth below. without written permission of the ref- (b) When the use of boats is per- uge manager is prohibited and any boat mitted on any national wildlife refuge, so left may be impounded by the refuge the public will be notified under the manager. provisions of this subchapter C and the following operational requirements and (8) Government-owned docks, piers, limitations will apply: and floats are not to be used for load- (1)(i) In addition to the regulations ing and unloading of boats, except in contained in this part, the U.S. Coast emergencies or unless specifically au- Guard Regulations, titles 33 and 46 thorized by the refuge manager.

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§ 27.33 Water skiing. (b) Persons carrying unloaded firearms, that are dismantled or cased, in When water skiing is permitted upon vehicles and boats over routes of travel national wildlife refuge waters, the designated under the provision of sub- public will be notified under the provisions of this subchapter C and the fol- chapter C. lowing requirements and limitations (c) Persons authorized to use fire- will apply: arms for the taking of specimens of (a) Water skiing is permitted only wildlife for scientific purposes. during daylight hours and during peri- (d) Persons authorized by special reg- ods posted or otherwise designated ulations or permits to possess or use under the provisions of this subchapter firearms for the protection of property, C. for field trials, and other special pur- (b) When a skier is in ‘‘tow’’ there poses. must be two persons in the boat at all (e) Notwithstanding any other provi- times, with one person not operating sion in this Chapter, persons may pos- the boat, acting as an observer of the sess, carry, and transport concealed, skier in tow. loaded, and operable firearms within a (c) The direction of a tow boat when national wildlife refuge in accordance circling will be counter clockwise. with the laws of the state in which the (d) Skiers must wear U.S. Coast wildlife refuge, or that portion thereof, Guard approved ski belts, life jackets is located, except as otherwise prohib- or buoyant vests. ited by applicable Federal law. (e) Water skiing is prohibited within [46 FR 47230, Sept. 25, 1981, as amended at 73 300 feet of harbors, swimming beaches, FR 74971, Dec. 10, 2008] and mooring areas, and within 100 feet of any designated swimming area. § 27.43 Weapons other than firearms. § 27.34 Aircraft. The use or possession of cross bows, bows and arrows, air guns, spears, gigs, The unauthorized operation of air- or other weapons on national wildlife craft, including sail planes, and hang refuges is prohibited except as may be gliders, at altitudes resulting in har- authorized under the provision of this assment of wildlife, or the unauthor- subchapter C. ized landing or take-off on a national wildlife refuge, except in an emer- [46 FR 47230, Sept. 25, 1981] gency, is prohibited. National wildlife refuge boundaries are designated on up- Subpart E—Disturbing Violations: date FAA aeronautical charts. Against Plants and Animals Subpart D—Disturbing Violations: § 27.51 Disturbing, injuring, and dam- With Weapons aging plants and animals. (a) Disturbing, injuring, spearing, § 27.41 General provisions. poisoning, destroying, collecting or at- Carrying, possessing, or discharging tempting to disturb, injure, spear, poi- firearms, fireworks, or explosives on son, destroy or collect any plant or national wildlife refuges is prohibited animal on any national wildlife refuge unless specifically authorized under is prohibited except by special permit the provisions of this subchapter C. unless otherwise permitted under this subchapter C. § 27.42 Firearms. (b) [Reserved] Only the following persons may possess, use, or transport firearms on na- § 27.52 Introduction of plants and ani- tional wildlife refuges in accordance mals. with this section and applicable Fed- Plants and animals or their parts eral and State law: taken elsewhere shall not be intro- (a) Persons using firearms for public duced, liberated, or placed on any na- hunting under the provisions of 50 CFR tional wildlife refuge except as author- part 32. ized.

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Subpart F—Disturbing Violations: Subpart G—Disturbing Violations: Against Nonwildlife Property Filming, Photography, and Light and Sound Equipment § 27.61 Destruction or removal of property. § 27.71 Commercial filming and still photography and audio recording. The destruction, injury, defacement, disturbance, or the unauthorized re- (a) We authorize commercial filming moval of any public property including and still photography on national wild- natural objects or private property on life refuges under the provisions of 43 or from any national wildlife refuge is CFR part 5. (b) Audio recording does not require prohibited. a permit unless: (1) It takes place at location(s) where § 27.62 Search for and removal of objects of antiquity. or when members of the public are not allowed; No person shall search for or remove (2) It uses equipment that cannot be from national wildlife refuges objects carried or held by one person; of antiquity except as may be author- (3) It uses equipment that requires an ized by 43 CFR part 3. external power source; or (4) We would incur additional admin- § 27.63 Search for and removal of istrative costs to provide management other valued objects. and oversight of the permitted activity (a) No person shall search for buried to: treasure, treasure trove, valuable semi- (i) Avoid unacceptable impacts and precious rocks, stones, or mineral impairment to wildlife or resource val- specimens on national wildlife refuges ues; (ii) Minimize health or safety risks unless authorized by permit or by pro- to the visiting public vision of this subchapter C. (c) Failure to comply with any provi- (b) Permits are required for archeo- sion of 43 CFR part 5 is a violation of logical studies on national wildlife ref- this section. uges in accordance with the provisions (d) The location fee schedule for still of this subchapter C. photography conducted according to a permit issued under 43 CFR part 5 will § 27.64 Prospecting and mining. apply to audio recording permits issued Prospecting, locating, or filing min- under this part. ing claims on national wildlife refuges (e) We will collect and retain cost re- is prohibited unless otherwise provided covery charges associated with proc- by law. See § 29.31 for provisions con- essing permit requests and monitoring cerning mineral leasing. the permitted activities. (f) Information collection. A Federal [41 FR 9168, Mar. 3, 1976, as amended at 44 FR agency may not conduct or sponsor and 42976, July 23, 1979] you are not required to respond to a collection of information, unless it dis- § 27.65 Tampering with vehicles and plays a currently valid Office of Man- equipment. agement and Budget (OMB) control Tampering with, entering, or start- number. The information collection re- ing any motor vehicle, boat, equipment quirements contained in this section or machinery or attempting to tamper have been approved by the OMB under with, enter, or start any motor vehicle, 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. and assigned con- boat, equipment or machinery on any trol number 1018–0102. The information national wildlife refuge without proper is being collected to provide agency authorization is prohibited. managers data necessary to issue permits and grant administrative benefits. The obligation to respond is required to obtain or retain a benefit. You may send comments on this information collection requirement to the Informa- tion Collection Clearance Officer, U.S.

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Fish and Wildlife Service, 1849 C Street (3) The term delivery means the ac- NW., Mailstop 2042–PDM, Washington, tual, attempted or constructive trans- DC 20240. fer and/or distribution of a controlled substance, whether or not there exists [78 FR 52097, Aug. 22, 2013] an agency relationship. § 27.72 Audio equipment. (b) Offenses. (1) The delivery of any controlled substance on a national The operation or use of audio devices wildlife refuge is prohibited, except including radios, recording and play- that distributed by a practitioner in back devices, loudspeakers, television accordance with applicable law. sets, public address systems and musi- (2) The possession of a controlled sub- cal instruments so as to cause unrea- stance on a national wildlife refuge is sonable disturbance to others in the vi- prohibited unless such substance was cinity is prohibited. obtained by the possessor directly, or pursuant to a valid prescription or § 27.73 Artificial lights. order, from a practitioner acting in the No unauthorized person shall use or course of his professional practice, or direct the rays of a spotlight or other except as otherwise authorized by ap- artificial light, or automotive head- plicable law. lights for the purpose of spotting, lo- (3) Presence in a national wildlife ref- cating, or taking any animal within uge when under the influence of a con- the boundaries of any national wildlife trolled substance to a degree that may refuge or along rights-of-way for public endanger oneself, or another person, or or private roads within a national wild- property, or may cause unreasonable life refuge. interference with another person’s enjoyment of a national wildlife refuge is Subpart H—Disturbing Violations: prohibited. Personal Conduct § 27.83 Indecency and disorderly con- § 27.81 Alcoholic beverages. duct. Entering or remaining in any na- Any act of indecency or disorderly tional wildlife refuge when under the conduct as defined by State or local influence of alcohol, to a degree that laws is prohibited on any national may endanger oneself or other persons wildlife refuge. or property or unreasonably annoy per- § 27.84 Interference with persons en- sons in the vicinity, is prohibited. gaged in authorized activities. § 27.82 Possession and delivery of con- Disturbing, molesting, or interfering trolled substances. with any employee of the United (a) Definitions for the purpose of this States or of any local or State govern- section: ment engaged in official business, or (1) The term controlled substance with any private person engaged in the means a drug or other substance, or pursuit of an authorized activity on immediate precursor, included in any national wildlife refuge is prohib- schedules I, II, III, IV, or V of part B of ited. the Controlled Substance Act (21 U.S.C. § 27.85 Gambling. 812) or any drug or substance added to these schedules pursuant to the terms Gambling in any form, or the oper- of the Controlled Substance Act. ation of gambling devices, for money (2) The term practitioner means a phy- or otherwise, on any national wildlife sician, dentist, veterinarian, scientific refuge is prohibited. investigator, pharmacist, or other person licensed, registered, or otherwise § 27.86 Begging. permitted by the United States or the Begging on any national wildlife ref- jurisdiction in which he practices to uge is prohibited. Soliciting of funds distribute or possess a controlled sub- for the support or assistance of any stance in the course of professional cause or organization is also prohibited practice. unless properly authorized.

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Subpart I—Other Disturbing (c) Throwing a burning cigarette, Violations match, or other lighted substance from any moving conveyance or throwing of § 27.91 Field trials. same in any place where it may start a fire; and The conducting or operation of field (d) Smoking on any lands, including trials for dogs on national wildlife ref- roads, or in any buildings which have uges is prohibited except as may be au- been designated and/or posted with no thorized by special permit. smoking signs.

§ 27.92 Private structures. § 27.96 Advertising. No person shall without proper au- Except as may be authorized, post- thority construct, install, occupy, or ing, distributing, or otherwise dis- maintain any building, log boom, pier, playing private or public notices, ad- dock, fence, wall, pile, anchorage, or vertisements, announcements, or dis- other structure or obstruction in any plays of any kind in any national wild- national wildlife refuge. life refuge, other than business designations on private vehicles or boats § 27.93 Abandonment of property. is prohibited. Abandoning, discarding, or otherwise leaving any personal property in any § 27.97 Private operations. national wildlife refuge is prohibited. Soliciting business or conducting a commercial enterprise on any national § 27.94 Disposal of waste. wildlife refuge is prohibited except as (a) The littering, disposing, or dump- may be authorized by special permit. ing in any manner of garbage, refuse sewage, sludge, earth, rocks, or other PART 28—ENFORCEMENT, PENALTY, debris on any national wildlife refuge AND PROCEDURAL REQUIRE- except at points or locations des- MENTS FOR VIOLATIONS OF ignated by the refuge manager, or the PARTS 25, 26, AND 27 draining or dumping of oil, acids, pes- ticide wastes, poisons, or any other Subpart A—Introduction types of chemical wastes in, or otherwise polluting any waters, water holes, Sec. streams or other areas within any na- 28.11 Purpose of regulations. tional wildlife refuge is prohibited. (b) Persons using a national wildlife Subpart B—Enforcement Authority refuge shall comply with the sanitary 28.21 General provisions. requirements established under the provisions of this subchapter C for each Subpart C—Penalty Provisions individual refuge; the sanitation provisions which may be included in leases, 28.31 General penalty provisions. 28.32 Penalty provisions concerning fires agreements, or use permits, and all ap- and timber. plicable Federal and State laws. Subpart D—Impoundment Procedures § 27.95 Fires. 28.41 Impoundment of abandoned property. On all national wildlife refuges per- 28.42 Impounding of domestic animals. sons are prohibited from the following: 28.43 Destruction of dogs and cats. (a) Setting on fire or causing to be set on fire any timber, brush, grass, or AUTHORITY: Sec. 2, 33 Stat. 614, as amended (16 U.S.C. 685); sec. 5, 43 Stat. 651 (16 U.S.C. other inflammable material including 725); sec. 5, 45 Stat. 449 (16 U.S.C. 690d); sec. camp or cooking fires, except as au- 10, 45 Stat. 1224 (16 U.S.C. 715i); sec. 4, 48 thorized by the refuge manager or at Stat. 402, as amended (16 U.S.C. 664); sec. 2, 48 locations designated for that purpose Stat. 1270 (43 U.S.C. 315a); sec. 4, 76 Stat. 654 or as provided for under § 26.33(c) of this (16 U.S.C. 460k); sec. 4, 80 Stat. 927 (16 U.S.C. subchapter C. 668dd) (5 U.S.C. 301). (b) Leaving a fire unattended or not SOURCE: 41 FR 9171, Mar. 3, 1976, unless oth- completely extinguished; erwise noted.

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Subpart A—Introduction U.S.C. 668dd(e); Sec. 7, 60 Stat. 1080, 16 U.S.C. 666a; Sec. 6, 40 Stat. 756, as § 28.11 Purpose of regulations. amended, 16 U.S.C. 707; Sec. 7, 48 Stat. The regulations in this part govern 452, 16 U.S.C. 718g; Sec. 2, 33 Stat. 614, the enforcement, penalty and proce- as amended, 18 U.S.C. 41.) dural requirements for violations of (2) [Reserved] parts 25, 26, and 27. § 28.32 Penalty provisions concerning Subpart B—Enforcement Authority fires and timber. (a) Any person violating sections § 28.21 General provisions. 1855–1856 of the Criminal Code (18 Refuge managers and other author- U.S.C. 1855–1856) as they pertain to fires ized personnel are authorized pursuant on national wildlife refuge lands of the to authority delegated from the Sec- United States shall be subject to civil retary and which has been published in action and to the penalty provisions of the FEDERAL REGISTER (Administrative the law. Manual 4 AM 4.2) to protect fish and (b) Any person violating sections wildlife and their habitat and prevent 1852–1853 of the Criminal Code (18 their disturbance, to protect Service U.S.C. 1852–1853) as they pertain to tim- lands, property, facilities, or interests ber on national wildlife refuge lands of therein and to insure the safety of the the United States shall be subject to using public to the fullest degree pos- civil action and to the penalty provi- sible. The control of recreational use sions of the law. will be enforced to meet these purposes pursuant to Federal, State, and local Subpart D—Impoundment laws and regulations: The provisions of Procedures this subchapter C and any special regulations issued pursuant thereto; and § 28.41 Impoundment of abandoned the prohibitions and restrictions as property. posted. Any property abandoned or left unat- [41 FR 9171, Mar. 3, 1976, as amended at 44 FR tended without authority on any na- 42976, July 23, 1979; 51 FR 7575, Mar. 5, 1986] tional wildlife refuge for a period in excess of 72 hours is subject to removal. Subpart C—Penalty Provisions The expense of the removal shall be borne by the person owning or claiming § 28.31 General penalty provisions. ownership of the property. Such prop- (a) Any person who violates any of erty is subject to sale or other disposal the provisions, rules, regulations, post- after 3 months, in accordance with sec- ed signs, or special regulations of this tion 203m of the Federal Property and subchapter C, or any items, conditions Administrative Services Act of 1959, as or restrictions in a permit, license, amended (40 U.S.C. 484m), and regula- grant, privilege, or any other limitations issued thereunder. Former own- tion established under the subchapter ers may apply within 3 years for reim- C shall be subject to the penalty provi- bursement for such property, subject to sions of this section. disposal and storage costs and similar (b) Failure of any person, utilizing expenses, upon sufficient proof of own- the resources of any national wildlife ership. refuge or enjoying any privilege of use thereon for any purpose whatsoever, to § 28.42 Impounding of domestic ani- comply with any of the provisions, con- mals. ditions, restrictions, or requirements (a) Any animal trespassing on the of this subchapter C or to comply with lands of any national wildlife refuge any applicable provisions of Federal or may be impounded and disposed of in State law may render such person lia- accordance with State statutes insofar ble to: as they may be applicable. In the ab- (1) The penalties as prescribed by sence of such State statutes, the ani- law. (Sec. 4, 76 Stat. 654, 16 U.S.C. 460k– mals shall be disposed of in accordance 3; Sec. 4, 80 Stat. 927, as amended, 16 with this section.

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(b) If the owner is known, prompt or destroyed, and all the related ex- written notice of the impounding will penses incurred in the impounding, car- be served in person with written re- ing for and disposing of the animal. ceipt obtained or delivery by certified The salary of Service employees for the mail with return receipt requested. In time spent in and about the investiga- the event of his failure to remove the tions, reports, and settlement or pros- impounded animal within five (5) days ecution of the case shall be prorated in from receipt of such notice, it will be computing the expense. Payment of sold or otherwise disposed of as pre- claims due the United States shall be scribed in this section. made by certified check or postal (c) If the owner is unknown, no dis- money order payable to the U.S. Fish position of the animal shall be made and Wildlife Service. until at least fifteen (15) days have elapsed from the date of a legal notice § 28.43 Destruction of dogs and cats. of the impounding has been posted at Dogs and cats running at large on a the county courthouse and 15 days national wildlife refuge and observed after the second notice published in a by an authorized official in the act of newspaper in general circulation in the killing, injuring, harassing or molest- county in which the trespass took ing humans or wildlife may be disposed place. of in the interest of public safety and (d) The notice shall state when and protection of the wildlife. where the animal was impounded and shall describe it by brand or earmark PART 29—LAND USE MANAGEMENT or distinguishing marks or by other reasonable identification. The notice Subpart A—General Rules shall specify the time and place the animal will be offered at public sale to Sec. the highest bidder, in the event it is 29.1 May we allow economic uses on na- not claimed or redeemed. The notice tional wildlife refuges? shall reserve the right of the official 29.2 Cooperative land management. 29.3–29.4 [Reserved] conducting the sale to reject any and 29.5 Fees. all bids so received. (e) Prior to such sale, the owner may Subpart B—Rights-of-Way General redeem the animal by submitting proof Regulations of ownership and paying all expenses of the United States for, capturing, im- 29.21 What do these terms mean? pounding, advertising, care, forage, and 29.21–1 Purpose and scope. 29.21–2 Application procedures. damage claims. 29.21–3 Nature of interest granted. (f) If an animal impounded under this 29.21–4 Terms and conditions. section is offered at public sale and no 29.21–5 Construction. bid is received or if the highest bid re- 29.21–6 Disposal, transfer or termination of ceived is an amount less than the claim interest. of the United States, the animal may 29.21–7 What payment do we require for use be sold at private sale for the highest and occupancy of national wildlife refuge amount obtainable, or be condemned lands? 29.21–8 Electric power transmission line and destroyed or converted to the use rights-of-way. of the United States. Upon the sale of 29.21–9 Rights-of-way for pipelines for the any animal in accordance with this transportation of oil, natural gas, syn- section, the buyer shall be issued a cer- thetic liquid or gaseous fuels, or any re- tificate of sale. fined product produced therefrom. (g) In determining the claim of the 29.22 Hearing and appeals procedures. Federal Government in all livestock trespass cases on national wildlife ref- Subpart C—Mineral Operations uges, the value of forage consumed 29.31 Mineral ownerships in the United shall be computed at the commercial States. unit rate prevailing in the locality for 29.32 Mineral rights reserved and excepted. that class of livestock. In addition, the AUTHORITY: Sec. 2, 33 Stat. 614, as amended, claim shall include damages to na- sec. 5, 43 Stat. 651, secs. 5, 10, 45 Stat. 449, tional wildlife refuge property injured 1224, secs. 4, 2, 48 Stat. 402, as amended, 1270,

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sec. 4, 76 Stat. 645, 80 Stat. 926; 5 U.S.C. 301; from, where not otherwise prescribed 16 U.S.C. 460k, 664, 668dd, 685, 690d, 715i, 725; by law or regulation, shall be set at a 43 U.S.C. 315a. rate commensurate with fees and SOURCE: 31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, unless charges for similar privileges and prod- otherwise noted. ucts made by private land owners in the vicinity or in accordance with their Subpart A—General Rules local value. Fees or rates of charge for products and privileges may be based § 29.1 May we allow economic uses on either on a monetary exchange or on a national wildlife refuges? share in kind of the resource or prod- We may only authorize public or pri- uct. vate economic use of the natural resources of any national wildlife refuge, Subpart B—Rights-of-Way General in accordance with 16 U.S.C. 715s, Regulations where we determine that the use con- tributes to the achievement of the na- § 29.21 What do these terms mean? tional wildlife refuge purposes or the National Wildlife Refuge System mis- Compatible use means a proposed or sion. We may authorize economic use existing wildlife-dependent rec- by appropriate permit only when we reational use or any other use of a na- have determined the use on a national tional wildlife refuge that, based on wildlife refuge to be compatible. Per- sound professional judgment, will not sons exercising economic privileges on materially interfere with or detract national wildlife refuges will be subject from the fulfillment of the National to the applicable provisions of this sub- Wildlife Refuge System mission or the chapter and of other applicable laws purposes of the national wildlife ref- and regulations governing national uge. The term ‘‘inconsistent’’ in sec- wildlife refuges. Permits for economic tion 28(b)(1) of the Mineral Leasing Act use will contain such terms and condi- of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 185) means a use that tions that we determine to be nec- is not compatible. essary for the proper administration of Department means U.S. Department the resources. Economic use in this of the Interior unless otherwise speci- section includes but is not limited to fied. grazing livestock, harvesting hay and National Wildlife Refuge System land stock feed, removing timber, firewood means lands and waters, or interests or other natural products of the soil, therein, administered by the Secretary removing shell, sand or gravel, culti- as wildlife refuges, areas for the pro- vating areas, or engaging in operations tection and conservation of fish and that facilitate approved programs on wildlife that are threatened with ex- national wildlife refuges. tinction, wildlife ranges, game ranges, [65 FR 62483, Oct. 18, 2000] wildlife management areas, or waterfowl production areas. § 29.2 Cooperative land management. Other lands means all other lands, or Cooperative agreements with persons interests therein, and waters adminis- for crop cultivation, haying, grazing, tered by the Secretary through the or the harvest of vegetative products, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which including plantlife, growing with or are not included in National Wildlife without cultivation on wildlife refuge Refuge System lands, e.g., administra- areas may be executed on a share-in- tive sites, research stations, fish hatch- kind basis when such agreements are in eries, and fishery research stations. aid of or benefit to the wildlife man- Project Manager means the officer in agement of the area. charge of the land under administration by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Serv- §§ 29.3–29.4 [Reserved] ice. § 29.5 Fees. [34 FR 19907, Dec. 19, 1969, as amended at 39 FR 5490, Feb. 13, 1974; 42 FR 43917, Aug. 31, Fees and charges for the grant of 1977; 44 FR 42976, July 23, 1979; 48 FR 31655, privileges on wildlife refuge areas and July 11, 1983; 51 FR 7575, Mar. 5, 1986; 65 FR for the sale of products taken there- 62483, Oct. 18, 2000]

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§ 29.21–1 Purpose and scope. Stat. 449; 30 U.S.C. 185) as amended by The regulations in this subpart pre- Pub. L. 93–153. See § 29.21–8 for addi- scribe the procedures for filing applica- tional requirements applicable to tions and the terms and conditions rights-of-way for electric power trans- under which rights-of-way over and mission lines and § 29.21–9 for addi- across the lands administered by the tional requirements applicable to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service may be rights-of-way for pipelines for the granted. transportation of oil, natural gas, syn- (a) National Wildlife Refuge System thetic liquid or gaseous fuels, or any lands. Applications for all forms of other refined product produced there- rights-of-way on or over such lands from. Applications will be submitted in shall be submitted under authority of accordance with procedures set out in Pub. L. 89–669, (80 Stat. 926; 16 U.S.C. § 29.21–2. 668dd) as amended, or for oil and gas [34 FR 19907, Dec. 19, 1969, as amended at 36 pipelines under section 28 of the Min- FR 2402, Feb. 4, 1971; 39 FR 5490, Feb. 13, 1974; eral Leasing Act of 1920 (41 Stat. 449; 30 42 FR 43917, Aug. 31, 1977; 44 FR 42976, July U.S.C. 185) as amended by Pub. L. 93– 23, 1979; 48 FR 31655, July 11, 1983] 153, following application procedures § 29.21–2 Application procedures. set out in § 29.21–2. No right-of-way will be approved unless it is determined by (a) Application. (1) No special form of the Regional Director to be compat- application is required. The application ible. See § 29.21–8 for additional require- should state the purpose for which the ments applicable to rights-of-way for right-of-way is being requested to- electric power transmission lines and gether with the length, width on each § 29.21–9 for additional requirements ap- side of the centerline, and the esti- plicable to rights-of-way for pipelines mated acreage. Applications, including for the transportation of oil, natural exhibits, must be filed in triplicate gas, synthetic liquid or gaseous fuels, with the Regional Director for the re- or any refined product produced there- gion in which the State is located. A from. list of States in each region and the ad- (b) National Wildlife Refuge System dresses of the regional offices are pro- lands—easement interest. Applications vided at 50 CFR 2.2. for all forms of rights-of-way across (2)(i) All applications filed pursuant lands in which the United States owns to this subpart in the name of individ- only an easement interest may be sub- uals, corporations, or associations mitted to the Regional Director in let- must be accompanied by a nonreturn- ter form. No map exhibit is required, able application fee. No application fee however, the affected land should be will be required of (A) State of local described in the letter or shown on a governments or agencies or instrumen- map sketch. If the requested right-of- talities thereof except as to rights-of- way will not adversely affect the way, easements or permits under sec- United States’ interest, the Regional tion 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act of Director may issue a letter stating 1920, as amended by Pub. L. 93–153, or that the interest of the United States (B) Federal Government agencies. to the right-of-way easement would not (ii) Application fees will be in accord- be affected provided there would be no ance with the following schedule: objection to a right-of-way by the fee (A) For linear facilities (e.g., owner. If the interest of the United powerlines, pipelines, roads, etc.). States will be affected, application for Length Payment the right-of-way must be submitted in accordance with procedures set out in Less than 5 miles ...... $50 per mile or fraction thereof. 5 to 20 miles ...... $500. § 29.21–2. 20 miles and over ...... $500 for each 20 miles or fraction (c) Other lands outside the National thereof. Wildlife Refuge System. Rights-of-way on or over other lands will be granted (B) For nonlinear facilities, $250 for in accordance with controlling authori- each 40 acres or fraction thereof. ties cited in 43 CFR part 2800, or for oil (C) Where an application includes and gas pipelines under section 28 of both linear and nonlinear facilities, the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 (41 payment will be the aggregate of

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amounts under paragraphs (a)(2)(ii)(A) Length Payment and (B) of this section. Less than 5 miles ...... $20 per mile or fraction thereof. (D) When an application is received, 5 to 20 miles ...... $200. the Regional Director will estimate the 20 miles and over ...... $200 for each 20 miles or fraction costs expected to be incurred in proc- thereof. essing the application. If the estimated costs exceed the payments under para- (B) For nonlinear facilities, $100 for graph (a)(2)(ii) (A), (B), or (C) of this each 40 acres or fraction thereof. section by an amount greater than the (C) Where an easement or permit in- cost of maintaining actual cost cludes both linear and nonlinear facili- records, the Regional Director shall re- ties, payment will be the aggregate quire the applicant to make periodic amounts under paragraph (a)(3)(2)(ii) payments in advance of the incurrence (A) and (B) of this section. of such costs by the United States ex- (D) When an easement or permit is cept for the last payment which will granted the Regional Director shall es- reflect final reimbursement for actual timate the costs, based on the best costs of the United States in processing available cost information, expected to the application. Overpayments may be be incurred by the United States in refunded or adjusted by the Regional monitoring holder activity. If the esti- Director as appropriate. mated costs exceed the payments under (E) The Regional Director shall, on paragraph (a)(3)(2) (ii), (A), (B), or (C) request by an applicant or prospective of this section by an amount which is applicant, give an estimate based on greater than the cost of maintaining the best available cost information, of actual cost records for the monitoring process, the Regional Director shall re- the costs which would be incurred by quire the holder to make periodic pay- the United States in processing an ap- ments of the estimated reimbursable plication. However, reimbursement costs prior to the incurrence of such will not be limited to the estimate of costs by the United States. Overpay- the Regional Director if the actual ments may be refunded or adjusted by costs exceed the estimate. Prospective the Regional Director as appropriate. applicants are encouraged to consult (E) Following the termination of an with the Regional Director in advance easement or permit, the former holder of filing an application in regard to will be required to pay additional probable costs and other requirements. amounts to the extent the actual costs (3)(i) By accepting an easement or to the United States have exceeded the permit under this subpart, the holder payments required by paragraphs agrees to reimburse the United States (a)(3)(ii)(A), (B), and (C) of this section. for reasonable costs incurred by the (4) All applications filed pursuant to Fish and Wildlife Service in moni- this subpart must include a detailed toring the construction, operation, environmental analysis which shall in- maintenance, and termination of clude information concerning the im- facillities within or adjacent to the pact of the proposed use of the environ- easement or permit area. No reim- ment including the impact on air and bursement of monitoring costs will be water quality; scenic and esthetic fea- required of (A) State or local govern- tures; historic, architectural, archeo- ments or agencies or instrumentalities logical, and cultural features; wildlife, thereof except as to right-of-way, ease- fish and marine life, etc. The analysis ments, or permits granted under sec- shall include sufficient data so as to tion 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act of enable the Service to prepare an envi- 1920 as amended by Pub. L. 93–153, or ronmental assessment and/or impact (B) Federal Government agencies. statement in accordance with section (ii) Within 60 days of the issuance of 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental an easement or permit the holder must Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) submit a nonreturnable payment in ac- and comply with the requirements of cordance with the following: the National Historic Preservation Act (A) For linear facilities e.g., of 1966 (16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.), the Ar- powerlines, pipelines, roads, etc.). cheological and Historic Preservation

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Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 469 et seq.), Execu- the pipeline and its related facilities tive Order 11593 ‘‘Protection and En- unless the Regional Director finds, and hancement of the Cultural Environ- records the reasons for his finding, ment’’ of May 13, 1971 (36 FR 8921), and that, in his judgment, a wider right-of- ‘‘Procedures for the Protection of His- way is necessary for operation and toric and Cultural Properties’’ (36 CFR, maintenance after construction, or to part 800). Concerning the National En- protect the environment or public safe- vironmental Policy Act, the Regional ty. Related facilities include but are Director may, at his discretion, rely on not limited to valves, pump stations, an environmental assessment or im- supporting structures, bridges, moni- pact statement prepared by a ‘‘lead toring and communication devices, agency.’’ surge and storage tanks, terminals, (b) Maps. A map or plat must accom- etc. However, a temporary permit pany each copy of the application and supplementing a right-of-way may be must show the right-of-way in such de- granted for additional land needed dur- tail that the right-of-way can be accu- ing construction, operation, mainte- rately located on the ground. Ties to nance, or termination of the pipeline, Service land boundary corner monu- or to protect the natural environment ments or some prominent cultural fea- or public safety. tures which can be readily recognized (b) Unless otherwise provided, no in- and recovered should be shown where terest granted shall give the grantee the right-of-way enters and leaves any right whatever to remove any ma- Service project land together with terial, earth, or stone for construction courses and distances of the centerline. or other purpose, except that stone or The width of the right-of-way on each earth necessarily removed from the side of the centerline together with the right-of-way in the construction of a acreage included within the right-of- project may be used elsewhere along way or site must also be shown. If the the same right-of-way in the construc- right-of-way or site is located wholly tion of the same project. within Service project land, a tie to a [31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, as amended at 42 Government corner or prominent cul- FR 43918, Aug. 31, 1977] tural feature which can be readily recognized and recovered should be shown. § 29.21–4 Terms and conditions. [31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, as amended at 42 (a) Any right-of-way easement or per- FR 43917, Aug. 31, 1977; 44 FR 42976, July 23, mit granted will be subject to out- 1979; 48 FR 31655, July 11, 1983; 77 FR 5715, standing rights, if any, in third parties. Feb. 6, 2012; 78 FR 35152, June 12, 2013] (b) An applicant, by accepting an easement or permit agrees to such § 29.21–3 Nature of interest granted. terms and conditions as may be pre- (a) Where the land administered by scribed by the Regional Director in the the Secretary is owned in fee by the granting document. Such terms and United States and the right-of-way is conditions shall include the following, compatible with the objectives of the unless waived in part by the Regional area, permit or easement may be ap- Director, and may include additional proved and granted by the Regional Di- special stipulations at his discretion. rector. Generally an easement or per- See § 29.21–8 for special requirements mit will be issued for a term of 50 years for electric powerlines and § 29.21–9 for or so long as it is used for the purpose special requirements for oil and gas granted, or for a lesser term when con- pipelines. sidered appropriate. For rights-of-way (1) To comply with State and Federal granted under authority of section 28 laws applicable to the project within of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, as which the easement or permit is grant- amended, for pipelines for the transpor- ed, and to the lands which are included tation of oil, natural gas, synthetic liq- in the right-of-way, and lawful existing uid or gaseous fuels, or any refined regulations thereunder. product produced therefrom, the grant (2) To clear and keep clear the lands may be for a term not to exceed 30 within the easement or permit area to years and the right-of-way may not ex- the extent and in the manner directed ceed 50 feet, plus the area occupied by by the project manager in charge; and

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to dispose of all vegetative and other ages. Where the easement of permit in- material cut, uprooted, or otherwise volves lands which are under the exclu- accumulated during the construction sive jurisdiction of the United States, and maintenance of the project in such the holder or his employees, contrac- a manner as to decrease the fire hazard tors, or agents of the contractors, shall and also in accordance with such in- be liable to third parties for injuries instructions as the project manager may curred in connection with the ease- specify. ment or permit area. Grants of ease- (3) To prevent the disturbance or re- ments or permits involving special haz- moval of any public land survey monu- ards will impose liability without fault ment or project boundary monument for injury and damage to the land and unless and until the applicant has re- property of the United States up to a quested and received from the Regional specified maximum limit commensu- Director approval of measures the ap- rate with the foreseeable risks or haz- plicant will take to perpetuate the lo- ards presented. The amount of no-fault cation of aforesaid monument. liability for each occurrence is hereby (4) To take such soil and resource limited to no more than $1,000,000. conservation and protection measures, (8) To notify promptly the project including weed control on the land cov- manager in charge of the amount of ered by the easement or permit as the merchantable timber, if any, which project manager in charge may re- will be cut, removed, or destroyed in quest. the construction and maintenance of (5) To do everything reasonably with- the project, and to pay the United in his power, both independently and States in advance of construction such on request of any duly authorized rep- sum of money as the project manager resentative of the United States, to may determine to be the full stumpage prevent and suppress fires on or near, value of the timber to be so cut, re- lands to be occupied under the ease- moved, or destroyed. ment or permit area, including making (9) That all or any part of the ease- available such construction and main- ment or permit granted may be termi- tenance forces as may be reasonably nated by the Regional Director, for obtainable for the suppression of such failure to comply with any or all of the fires. terms or conditions of the grant, or for (6) To rebuild and repair such roads, abandonment. A rebuttable presump- fences, structures, and trails as may be tion of abandonment is raised by delib- destroyed or injured by construction erate failure of the holder to use for work and upon request by the Regional any continuous 2-year period the ease- Director, to build and maintain nec- ment or permit for the purpose for essary and suitable crossings for all which it was granted or renewed. In the roads and trails that intersect the event of noncompliance of abandon- works constructed, maintained, or op- ment, the Regional Director will notify erated under the right-of-way. in writing the holder of the easement (7) To pay the United States the full or permit of his intention to suspend or value for all damages to the lands or terminate such grant 60 days from the other property of the United States date of the notice, stating the reasons caused by him or by his employees, therefor, unless prior to that time the contractors, or employees of the con- holder completes such corrective ac- tractors, and to indemnify the United tions as are specified in the notice. The States against any liability for dam- Regional Director may grant an exten- ages to life, person or property arising sion of time within which to complete from the occupancy or use of the lands corrective actions when, in his judg- under the easement or permit, except ment, extenuating circumstances not where the easement or permit is grant- within the holder’s control such as ad- ed hereunder to a State or other gov- verse weather conditions, disturbance ernmental agency which has no legal to wildlife during breeding periods or power to assume such a liability with periods of peak concentration, or other respect to damages caused by it to compelling reasons warrant. Should lands or property, such agency in lieu the holder of a right-of-way issued thereof agrees to repair all such dam- under authority of the Mineral Leasing

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Act, as amended, fail to take correc- and monitoring the construction, oper- tive action within the 60-day period, ation and maintenance of facilities. the Regional Director will provide for (14) That the easement or permit an administrative proceeding pursuant herein granted shall be subject to the to 5 U.S.C. 554, prior to a final Depart- express covenant that any facility con- mental decision to suspend or termi- structed thereon will be modified or nate the easement or permit. In the adapted, if such is found by the Re- case of all other right-of-way holders, gional Director to be necessary, with- failure to take corrective action within out liability or expense to the United the 60-day period will result in a deter- States, so that such facility will not mination by the Regional Director to conflict with the use and occupancy of suspend or terminate the easement or the land for any authorized works permit. No administrative proceeding which may hereafter be constructed shall be required where the easement thereon under the authority of the or permit terminates under its terms. United States. Any such modification (10) To restore the land to its original will be planned and scheduled so as not condition to the satisfaction of the Re- to interfere unduly with or to have gional Director so far as it is reason- minimal effect upon continuity of en- ably possible to do so upon revocation ergy and delivery requirements. and/or termination of the easement or (15) That the easement or permit permit, unless this requirement is herein granted shall be for the specific waived in writing by the Regional Di- use described and may not be construed rector. Termination also includes per- to include the further right to author- mits or easements that terminate ize any other use within the easement under the terms of the grant. or permit area unless approved in writ- (11) To keep the project manager in- ing by the Regional Director. formed at all times of his address, and, [31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, as amended at 42 in case of corporations, of the address FR 43918, Aug. 31, 1977] of its principal place of business and the names and addresses of its prin- § 29.21–5 Construction. cipal officers. (a) If construction is not commenced (12) That in the construction, oper- within two (2) years after date of right- ation, and maintenance of the project, of-way grant, the right-of-way may be he shall not discriminate against any canceled by the Director of the U.S. employee or applicant for employment Fish and Wildlife Service at his discre- because of race, creed, color, or nation. tional origin and shall require an iden- (b) Proof of construction: Upon com- tical provision to be included in all pletion of construction, the applicant subcontracts. shall file a certification of completion (13) That the grant of the easement with the Regional Director. or permit shall be subject to the express condition that the exercise there- [42 FR 43919, Aug. 31, 1977] of will not unduly interfere with the management, administration, or dis- § 29.21–6 Disposal, transfer or termi- posal by the United States of the land nation of interest. affected thereby. The applicant agrees (a) Change in jurisdiction over and dis- and consents to the occupancy and use posal of lands. The final disposal by the by the United States, its grantees, per- United States of any tract of land tra- mittees, or lessees of any part of the versed by a right-of-way shall not be easement of permit area not actually construed to be a revocation of the occupied for the purpose of the granted right-of-way in whole or in part, but rights to the extent that it does not such final disposition shall be deemed interfere with the full and safe utiliza- and taken to be subject to such right- tion thereof by the holder. The holder of-way unless it has been specifically of an easement or permit also agrees canceled. that authorized representatives of the (b) Transfer of easement or permit. Any United States shall have the right of proposed transfer, by assignment, access to the easement or permit area lease, operating agreement or other- for the purpose of making inspections wise, of an easement or permit must be

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filed in triplicate with the Regional Di- The Regional Director will furnish a rector and must be supported by a stip- notice in writing to the holder of an ulation that the transferee agrees to easement or permit of intent to impose comply with and be bound by the terms new charges to reflect fair market and conditions of the original grant. A value commencing with the ensuing $25 nonreturnable service fee must ac- charge year. The revised charges will company the proposal. No transfer will be effective unless the holder files an be recognized unless and until approved appeal in accordance with § 29.22. in writing by the Regional Director. (c) Disposal of property on termination [42 FR 43919, Aug. 31, 1977, as amended at 65 of right-of-way. In the absence of any FR 62483, Oct. 18, 2000] agreement to the contrary, the holder of the right-of-way will be allowed 6 § 29.21–8 Electric power transmission months after termination to remove all line rights-of-way. property or improvements other than a By accepting a right-of-way for a road and useable improvements to a power transmission line, the applicant road, placed thereon by him; otherwise, thereby agrees and consents to comply all such property and improvements with and be bound by the following shall become the property of the terms and conditions, except those United States. Extensions of time may which the Secretary may waive in a be granted at the discretion of the Re- particular case, in addition to those gional Director. specified in § 29.21–4(b). [31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, as amended at 42 (a) To protect in a workmanlike FR 43919, Aug. 31, 1977] manner, at crossings and at places in proximity to his transmission lines on § 29.21–7 What payment do we require the right-of-way authorized, in accord- for use and occupancy of national ance with the rules prescribed in the wildlife refuge lands? National Electric Safety Code, all Gov- (a) Payment for use and occupancy of ernment and other telephone, tele- lands under the regulations of this sub- graph and power transmission lines part will be required and will be for fair from contact and all highways and rail- market value as determined by ap- roads from obstruction and to main- praisal by the Regional Director. At tain his transmission lines in such the discretion of the Regional Director, manner as not to menace life or prop- the payment may be a lump sum pay- erty. ment or an annual fair market rental (b) Neither the privilege nor the right payment, to be made in advance. If any to occupy or use the lands for the pur- Federal, State or local agency is expose authorized shall relieve him of empted from such payment by and any any legal liability for causing induc- other provision of Federal law, such tive or conductive interference be- agency shall otherwise compensate the tween any project transmission line or Service by any other means agreeable other project works constructed, oper- to the Regional Director, including, ated, or maintained by him on the ser- but not limited to, making other land available or the loan of equipment or vient lands, and any radio installation, personnel, except that any such com- telephone line, or other communica- pensation shall relate to, and be con- tion facilities now or hereafter consistent with the objectives of the Na- structed and operated by the United tional Wildlife Refuge System. The Re- States or any agency thereof. gional Director may waive such re- [42 FR 43919, Aug. 31, 1977, as amended at 48 quirement for compensation if he finds FR 31655, July 11, 1983] such requirement impracticable or unnecessary. § 29.21–9 Rights-of-way for pipelines (b) When annual rental payments are for the transportation of oil, nat- used, such rates shall be reviewed by ural gas, synthetic liquid or gaseous the Regional Director at any time not fuels, or any refined product pro- less than 5 years after the grant of the duced therefrom. permit, right-of-way, or easement or (a) Application procedure. Applica- the last revision of charges thereunder, tions for pipelines and related facilities

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under this section are to be filed in ac- facilities siting standards established cordance with § 29.21–2 of these regula- by law; (iii) control or prevention of tions with the following exception: damage to the environment including When the right-of-way or proposed facility damage to fish and wildlife habitat, will occupy Federal land under the control of public or private property, and public more than one Federal Agency and/or more health and safety; and (iv) protection than one bureau or office of the Department of the interests of individuals living in of the Interior, a single application shall be the general area of the right-of-way or filed with the appropriate State Director of permit who rely on the fish, wildlife, the Bureau of Land Management in accord- and biotic resources of the area for sub- ance with regulations in 43 CFR part 2800. sistence purposes. Any portion of the facility occupying (c) Disclosure. If the applicant is a land of the National Wildlife Refuge partnership, corporation, association, System will be subject to the provi- or other business entity it must dis- sions of these regulations. close the identity of the participants in (b) Right-of-way grants under this sec- the entity. Such disclosure shall in- tion will be subject to the special re- clude where applicable (1) the name quirements of section 28 of the Mineral and address of each partner, (2) the Leasing Act of 1920 (30 U.S.C. 185), as name and address of each shareholder amended, as set forth below. Gathering owning 3 percentum or more of the lines and associated structures used shares, together with the number and solely in the production of oil and gas percentage of any class of voting under valid leases on the lands admin- shares of the entity which such share- istered by the Fish and Wildlife Service holder is authorized to vote, and (3) the are excepted from the provisions of this name and address of each affiliate of section. the entity together with, in the case of (1) Pipeline safety. Rights-of-way or an affiliate controlled by the entity, permits granted under this section will the number of shares and the percent- include requirements that will protect age of any class of voting stock of that the safety of workers and protect the affiliate owned, directly or indirectly, public from sudden ruptures and slow by that entity, and in the case of an af- degradation of the pipeline. An appli- filiate which controls that entity, the cant must agree to design, construct, number of shares and the percentage of and operate all proposed facilities in any class of voting stock of that entity accordance with the provisions of parts owned, directly or indirectly, by the af- 192 and/or 195 of title 49 of the CFR and filiate. in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Pub. L. (d) Technical and financial capability. 91–596, including any amendments The Regional Director may grant or thereto. renew a right-of-way or permit under (2) Environmental protection. An appli- this section only when he is satisfied cation for a right-of-way must contain that the applicant has the technical environmental information required by and financial capability to construct, § 29.21–2(a)(4) of this subpart. If the Re- operate, maintain and terminate the gional Director determines that a pro- facility. At the discretion of the Re- posed project will have a significant af- gional Director, a financial statement fect on the environment, there must may be required. also be furnished a plan of construc- (e) Reimbursement of costs. In accord- tion, operations, and rehabilitation of ance with § 29.21–2(a)(3) of this subpart, the proposed facilities. In addition to the holder of a right-of-way or permit terms and conditions imposed under must reimburse the Service for the § 29.21–4, the Regional director will im- cost incurred in monitoring the con- pose such stipulations as may be re- struction, operation, maintenance, and quired to assure: (i) Restoration, re- termination of any pipeline or related vegetation and curtailment of erosion facilities as determined by the Re- of the surface; (ii) that activities in gional Director. connection with the right-of-way or (f) Public hearing. The Regional Di- permit will not violate applicable air rector shall give notice to Federal, and water quality standards in related State, and local government agencies,

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and the public, and afford them the op- (ii) In the case of oil or gas produced portunity to comment on right-of-way from Federal lands or from the re- applications under this section. A no- sources on the Federal lands in the vi- tice will be published in the FEDERAL cinity of the pipelines, the Secretary REGISTER and a public hearing may be may, after a full hearing with due no- held where appropriate. tice thereof to the interested parties (g) Bonding. Where appropriate the and a proper finding of facts, determine Regional Director may require the the proportionate amounts to be ac- holder of a right-of-way or permit to cepted, conveyed, transported or pur- furnish a bond, or other security satis- chased. factory to him, to secure all or any of (3)(i) The common carrier provisions the obligations imposed by the terms of this section shall not apply to any and conditions of the right-of-way or natural gas pipeline operated by any permit or by any rule or regulation, person subject to regulation under the not to exceed the period of construc- Natural Gas Act or by any public util- tion plus one year or a longer period if ity subject to regulation by a State or necessary for the pipeline to stabilize. municipal regulatory agency having (h) Suspension of right-of-way. If the jurisdiction to regulate the rates and Project Manager determines that an charges for the sale of natural gas to immediate temporary suspension of ac- consumers within the State or munici- tivities within a right-of-way or permit pality. area is necessary to protect public (ii) Where natural gas not subject to health and safety or the environment, state regulatory or conservation laws he may issue an emergency suspension governing its purchase by pipelines is order to abate such activities prior to offered for sale, each such pipeline an administrative proceeding. The Re- shall purchase, without discrimination, gional Director must make a deter- any such natural gas produced in the mination and notify the holder in writ- vicinity of the pipeline. ing within 15 days from the date of sus- (4) The Regional Director shall re- pension as to whether the suspension quire, prior to granting or renewing a should continue and list actions needed right-of-way, that the applicant submit to terminate the suspension. Such sus- and disclose all plans, contracts, agree- pension shall remain in effect for only ments, or other information or mate- so long as an emergency condition con- rial which he deems necessary to deter- tinues. mine whether a right-of-way shall be (i) Joint use of rights-of-way. Each granted or renewed and the terms and right-of-way or permit shall reserve to conditions which should be included in the Regional Director the right to the right-of-way. Such information grant additional rights-of-way or per- may include, but is not limited to: (i) mits for compatible uses on or adjacent Conditions for, and agreements among to rights-of-way or permit areas grant- owners or operators, regarding the ad- ed under this section after giving no- dition of pumping facilities, looping, or tice to the holder and an opportunity otherwise increasing the pipeline or to comment. terminal’s throughput capacity in re- (j) Common carriers. (1) Pipelines and sponse to actual or anticipated in- related facilities used for the transpor- creases in demand; (ii) conditions for tation of oil, natural gas, synthetic liq- adding or abandoning intake, offtake, uid or gaseous fuels, or any refined or storage points or facilities; and (iii) product produced therefrom shall be minimum shipment or purchase constructed, operated, and maintained tenders. as common carriers. (k) Limitations on export. Any domes- (2)(i) The owners or operators of pipe- tically produced crude oil transported lines subject to this subpart shall ac- by pipeline over rights-of-way granted cept, convey, transport, or purchase pursuant to section 28 of the Mineral without discrimination all oil or gas Leasing Act of 1920, except such crude delivered to the pipeline without re- oil which is either exchanged in similar gard to whether such oil or gas was quantity for convenience or increased produced on Federal or non-Federal efficiency of transportation with per- lands. sons or the government of an adjacent

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foreign state, or which is temporarily 3101.3–3, 3109.4, 3201.1–6 and 3501.2–2 gov- exported for convenience or increased ern. efficiency of transportation across [31 FR 16026, Dec. 15, 1966, as amended at 44 parts of an adjacent foreign state and FR 42976, July 23, 1979] reenters the United States, shall be subject to all of the limitation and li- § 29.32 Mineral rights reserved and ex- censing requirements of the Export Ad- cepted. ministration Act of 1969. Persons holding mineral rights in (l) State standards. The Regional Di- wildlife refuge lands by reservation in rector shall take into consideration, the conveyance to the United States and to the extent practical comply and persons holding mineral rights in with, applicable State standards for such lands which rights vested prior to right-of-way construction, operation, the acquisition of the lands by the and maintenance. United States shall, to the greatest ex- (m) Congressional notification. The tent practicable, conduct all explo- Secretary shall promptly notify the ration, development, and production Committee on Natural Resources of the operations in such a manner as to pre- United States House of Representatives vent damage, erosion, pollution, or and the Committee on Energy and Nat- contamination to the lands, waters, fa- ural Resources of the United States cilities and vegetation of the area. So Senate upon receipt of an application far as is practicable, such operations for a right-of-way for pipeline 24 inches must also be conducted without inter- or more in diameter, and no right-of- ference with the operation of the ref- way for such a pipeline shall be granted uge or disturbance to the wildlife until 60 days (not including days on thereon. Physical occupancy of the which the House or Senate has ad- journed for more than three days) after area must be kept to the minimum a notice of intention to grant the space compatible with the conduct of right-of-way, together with the Sec- efficient mineral operations. Persons retary’s detailed findings as to the conducting mineral operations on ref- terms and conditions he proposes to uge areas must comply with all appli- impose, has been submitted to such cable Federal and State laws and regu- committees. lations for the protection of wildlife and the administration of the area. Oil [42 FR 43921, Aug. 31, 1977, as amended at 77 field brine, slag, and all other waste FR 5716, Feb. 6, 2012] and contaminating substances must be kept in the smallest practicable area, § 29.22 Hearing and appeals procedures. must be confined so as to prevent escape as a result of rains and high water An appeal may be taken from any or otherwise, and must be removed final disposition of the Regional Direc- from the area as quickly as practicable tor to the Director, U.S. Fish and Wild- in such a manner as to prevent con- life Service, and, except in the case of tamination, pollution, damage, or in- a denial of a right-of-way application, jury to the lands, waters, facilities, or from the latter’s decision to the Sec- vegetation of the refuge or to wildlife. retary of the Interior. Appeals to the Structures and equipment must be re- Secretary shall be taken pursuant to 43 moved from the area when the need for CFR part 4, subpart G. them has ended. Upon the cessation of [44 FR 42976, July 23, 1979] operations the area shall be restored as nearly as possible to its condition prior Subpart C—Mineral Operations to the commencement of operations. Nothing in this section shall be applied § 29.31 Mineral ownerships in the so as to contravene or nullify rights United States. vested in holders of mineral interests Where mineral rights to lands in on refuge lands. wildlife refuge areas are vested in the United States, the provisions of 43 CFR

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PART 30—RANGE AND FERAL (b) [Reserved] ANIMAL MANAGEMENT [31 FR 16027, Dec. 15, 1966]

Subpart A—Range Animals § 30.12 Disposition of feral animals. Sec. Feral animals taken on wildlife ref- 30.1 Surplus range animals. uge areas may be disposed of by sale on 30.2 Disposition of surplus range animals. the open market, gift or loan to public or private institutions for specific pur- Subpart B—Feral Animals poses, and as otherwise provided in sec- 30.11 Control of feral animals. tion 401 of the act of June 15, 1935 (49 30.12 Disposition of feral animals. Stat. 383, 16 U.S.C. 715s). AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 668dd, as [38 FR 16356, June 22, 1973] amended; 16 U.S.C. 715i, as amended; 41 CFR 101–44. PART 31—WILDLIFE SPECIES MANAGEMENT Subpart A—Range Animals § 30.1 Surplus range animals. Subpart A—Surplus Wildlife Range animals on fenced wildlife ref- Sec. uge areas, including buffalo and long- 31.1 Determination of surplus wildlife popu- horn cattle, determined to be surplus lations. to the needs of the conservation pro- 31.2 Methods of surplus wildlife population control and disposal. gram may be planned and scheduled for disposal. Subpart B—Terms and Conditions of [38 FR 16356, June 22, 1973] Wildlife Reduction and Disposal

§ 30.2 Disposition of surplus range ani- 31.11 Donation and loan of wildlife speci- mals. mens. 31.12 Sale of wildlife specimens. Disposition shall be made only dur- 31.13 Commercial harvest of fishery re- ing regularly scheduled disposal pro- sources. gram periods, except in the event of ex- 31.14 Official animal control operations. igent circumstances affecting the ani- 31.15 Public hunting and fishing programs. mals, their range, or the recipient. The 31.16 Trapping program. Refuge Manager is responsible for de- 31.17 Disposal of furs and pelts. termining the existence of ‘‘exigent AUTHORITY: Sec. 2, 33 Stat. 614, as amended, circumstances.’’ Surplus range animals sec. 5, 43 Stat. 651, secs. 5, 10, 45 Stat. 449, may be disposed of, subject to State 1224, secs. 4, 2, 48 Stat. 402, as amended, 451, and Federal health laws and regula- as amended, 1270, sec. 4, 76 Stat. 654; 5 U.S.C. 301, 16 U.S.C. 685, 725, 690d, 715i, 664, 718(b), 43 tions, by donation for specific purposes U.S.C. 315a, 16 U.S.C. 460k; sec. 2, 80 Stat. 926; to public agencies, public institutions, 16 U.S.C. 668bb. other governments or charitable institutions, or sold on the open market. SOURCE: 31 FR 16027, Dec. 15, 1966, unless otherwise noted. [62 FR 19937, Apr. 24, 1997] Subpart A—Surplus Wildlife Subpart B—Feral Animals § 31.1 Determination of surplus wild- § 30.11 Control of feral animals. life populations. (a) Feral animals, including horses, The populations and requirements of burros, cattle, swine, sheep, goats, wildlife species on wildlife refuge areas reindeer, dogs, and cats, without own- shall be determined by population cen- ership that have reverted to the wild sus, habitat evaluation, and other from a domestic state may be taken by means of ecological study. authorized Federal or State personnel or by private persons operating under § 31.2 Methods of surplus wildlife pop- permit in accordance with applicable ulation control and disposal. provisions of Federal or State law or Upon a determination that wildlife regulation. are surplus to a balanced conservation

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program on any wildlife refuge area, taken or destroyed by Federal per- the surplus may be reduced or utilized sonnel. in accordance with Federal and State law and regulation by: § 31.15 Public hunting and fishing pro- (a) Donation or loan to public agen- grams. cies and institutions. The privilege of hunting and fishing (b) Sale to public or private agencies may be extended to the general public and institutions. under the provisions of regulations (c) Commercial harvest of fishery re- cited in parts 32 and 33 of this sub- sources. chapter. (d) Official wildlife control operations. § 31.16 Trapping program. (e) Public hunting or fishing. (f) Trapping. Except as hereafter noted, persons trapping animals on wildlife refuge areas where trapping has been author- Subpart B—Terms and Conditions ized shall secure and comply with the of Wildlife Reduction and Disposal provisions of a Federal permit issued § 31.11 Donation and loan of wildlife for that purpose. This permit shall specimens. specify the terms and conditions of trapping activity and the rates of Wildlife specimens may be donated or charge or division of pelts, hides, and loaned to public institutions for spe- carcasses. Lands acquired as ‘‘water- cific purposes. Donation or loans of fowl production areas’’ shall be open to resident species of wildlife will not be public trapping without Federal permit made unless the recipient has secured provided that trapping on all or part of the approval of the State. individual areas may be temporarily [38 FR 16356, June 22, 1973] suspended by posting upon occasions of unusual or critical conditions affecting § 31.12 Sale of wildlife specimens. land, water, vegetation, or wildlife pop- Surplus wildlife specimens may be ulations. Each person trapping on any sold alive or butchered, dressed and wildlife refuge area shall possess the processed subject to Federal and State required State license or permit and laws and regulations and the provisions shall comply with the provisions of of this part. State laws and regulations. § 31.13 Do we allow commercial har- [36 FR 17998, Sept. 8, 1971] vest of fishery resources? Refuge managers may allow commer- § 31.17 Disposal of furs and pelts. cial harvest of fishery resources by The disposition of animals and the issuance of a permit or by refuge-spe- pelts or carcasses thereof accruing to cific regulation in compliance with ap- the United States through the trapping plicable State and Federal laws when programs shall be sold by public auc- compatible and in compliance with tion or on the open market unless re- § 29.1 of this subchapter C. quired for official purposes. [69 FR 54362, Sept. 8, 2004] PART 32—HUNTING AND FISHING § 31.14 Official animal control operations. Subpart A—General Provisions (a) Animal species which are surplus or detrimental to the management pro- Sec. gram of a wildlife refuge area may be 32.1 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to hunting. taken in accordance with Federal and 32.2 What are the requirements for hunting State laws and regulations by Federal on areas of the National Wildlife Refuge or State personnel or by permit issued System? to private individuals. 32.3 What are the procedures for publication (b) Animal species which are dam- of refuge-specific hunting regulations? aging or destroying Federal property 32.4 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to fish- within a wildlife refuge area may be ing.

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32.5 What are the requirements for AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k, 664, sportfishing on areas of the National 668dd–668ee, and 715i. Wildlife Refuge System? 32.6 What are the procedures for publication SOURCE: 58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, unless of refuge-specific sport fishing regula- otherwise noted. tions? 32.7 What refuge units are open to hunting Subpart A—General Provisions and/or sport fishing? 32.8 Areas closed to hunting. § 32.1 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to hunting. Subpart B—Refuge-Specific Regulations for Hunting and Fishing The opening of a wildlife refuge area to hunting will be dependent upon the 32.20 Alabama. provisions of law applicable to the area 32.21 Alaska. 32.22 Arizona. and upon a determination by the Sec- 32.23 Arkansas. retary that the opening of the area to 32.24 California. the hunting of migratory game birds, 32.25 Colorado. upland game, or big game will be com- 32.26 Connecticut. patible with the principles of sound 32.27 Delaware. 32.28 Florida. wildlife management and will other- 32.29 Georgia. wise be in the public interest. The 32.30 Hawaii. opening or closing of wildlife refuge 32.31 Idaho. areas to hunting shall be in accordance 32.32 Illinois. with the rulemaking requirements of 32.33 Indiana. the Administrative Procedure Act (5 32.34 Iowa. 32.35 Kansas. U.S.C. 553). Lands acquired pursuant to 32.36 Kentucky. the Act of May 18, 1948 (62 Stat. 238, 16 32.37 Louisiana. U.S.C. 695) will be opened to hunting 32.38 Maine. only after it has been determined that 32.39 Maryland. the major portion of the crops in the 32.40 Massachusetts. 32.41 Michigan. vicinity of the area involved have been 32.42 Minnesota. harvested, that the period of suscepti- 32.43 Mississippi. bility of such crops to wildfowl depre- 32.44 Missouri. dation has passed, or that the possi- 32.45 Montana. bility of these crops being damaged by 32.46 Nebraska. waterfowl is minor. Lands acquired as 32.47 Nevada. ‘‘waterfowl production areas’’ shall an- 32.48 New Hampshire. 32.49 New Jersey. nually be open to the hunting of migra- 32.50 New Mexico. tory game birds, upland game, and big 32.51 New York. game subject to the provisions of State 32.52 North Carolina. law and regulations and the pertinent 32.53 North Dakota. provisions of parts 25 through 31 of this 32.54 Ohio. subchapter: Provided, That all forms of 32.55 Oklahoma. 32.56 Oregon. hunting or entry on all or any part of 32.57 Pennsylvania. individual areas may be temporarily 32.58 Puerto Rico. [Reserved] suspended by posting upon occasions of 32.59 Rhode Island. unusual or critical conditions of, or af- 32.60 South Carolina. fecting land, water, vegetation, or 32.61 South Dakota. wildlife populations. 32.62 Tennessee. 32.63 Texas. 32.64 Utah. § 32.2 What are the requirements for 32.65 Vermont. hunting on areas of the National 32.66 Virginia. Wildlife Refuge System? 32.67 Washington. The following provisions shall apply 32.68 West Virginia. to each person while engaged in public 32.69 Wisconsin. hunting on areas of the National Wild- 32.70 Wyoming. 32.71 United States Unincorporated Pacific life Refuge System: Insular Possessions. (a) Each person shall secure and pos- 32.72 Guam. sess the required State license.

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(b) Each person 16 years of age and cific regulations. Where we allow tur- older shall secure and possess a Migra- key and deer hunting, you may use tory Bird Hunting Stamp while hunt- slugs and shot containing lead to hunt ing migratory waterfowl. these species unless prohibited by ref- (c) Each person shall comply with the uge-specific regulations and/or State applicable provisions of Federal law law. and regulations including this sub- (l) The refuge-specific regulations chapter and the current Federal Migra- (§ 32.20 through § 32.72) may include the tory Bird Regulations. items discussed in § 32.3(b). Refuge per- (d) Each person shall comply with mits and brochures should also include the applicable provisions of the laws those items and any special conditions and regulations of the State wherein allowed by paragraph (f) of this sec- any area is located unless further re- tion. stricted by Federal law or regulation. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 63 (e) Each person shall comply with the FR 46914, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30777, May 12, terms and conditions authorizing ac- 2000; 67 FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002] cess or use of wildlife refuges, including the terms and conditions under § 32.3 What are the procedures for which hunting permits are issued. publication of refuge-specific hunt- (f) Each person must comply with the ing regulations? provisions of any refuge-specific regu- (a) Refuge-specific hunting regula- lations governing hunting on the wild- tions are issued only at the time of or life refuge area. Regulations, special after the determination and publica- conditions, and maps of the hunting tion of the opening of a wildlife refuge areas for a particular wildlife refuge area to migratory game bird, upland are available at that area’s head- game or big game hunting. quarters. In addition, refuge-specific (b) Refuge-specific hunting regula- hunting regulations for migratory tions may contain the following items: game bird, upland game, and big game (1) Wildlife species that may be hunt- hunting appear in §§ 32.20 through 32.72. ed; (g) The use of any drug on any arrow (2) Seasons; for bow hunting on national wildlife (3) Bag limits; refuges is prohibited. Archers may not (4) Methods of hunting; have arrows employing such drugs in (5) Description of areas open to hunt- their possession on any national wild- ing; or life refuge. (6) Other provisions as required. (h) The unauthorized distribution of (c) Refuge-specific hunting regula- bait and the hunting over bait is pro- tions will not liberalize existing State hibited on wildlife refuge areas. (Bait- laws or regulations. ing is authorized in accordance with (d) Refuge-specific hunting regula- State regulations on national wildlife tions are subject to change and the refuges in Alaska). public is invited to submit suggestions (i) The use of nails, wire, screws or and comments for consideration at any bolts to attach a stand to a tree, or time. hunting from a tree into which a metal (e) We initially publish refuge-spe- object has been driven to support a cific hunting regulations in the daily hunter is prohibited on wildlife refuge issue of the FEDERAL REGISTER, and areas. subsequently they appear in §§ 32.20 (j) The use or possession of alcoholic through 32.72, except that the refuge beverages while hunting is prohibited. manager may adopt and issue relevant (k) You may possess only approved refuge-specific season dates and times nontoxic shot while in the field, which after the State establishes its hunting we identify in 50 CFR 20.21(j), while on seasons by publication through one or Waterfowl Production Areas, or on cer- more of the methods identified in § 25.31 tain other areas of the National Wild- of this subchapter C. life Refuge System as delineated on (f) Refuge-specific hunting regula- maps, leaflets and/or signs, available at tions may be amended or new condi- each refuge headquarters or posted at tions imposed at any time during the each refuge, or as stated in refuge-spe- hunting season when unpredictable

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changes occur in wildlife populations, access and use of the wildlife refuge habitat conditions or in other factors area. affecting a refuge’s wildlife resources. (e) Each person must comply with Changes in refuge-specific hunting reg- the provisions of any refuge-specific ulations made under the conditions regulation governing fishing on the noted in this paragraph (f) can be in wildlife refuge area. Regulations, spe- force only for the one season to which cial conditions, and maps of the fishing the changes apply. areas for a particular wildlife refuge are available at that area’s head- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 67 quarters. In addition, refuge-specific FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002] sport fishing regulations appear in §§ 32.20 through 32.72. § 32.4 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to fishing. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 67 Wildlife refuge areas may be opened FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002] to sport fishing only after a determina- § 32.6 What are the procedures for tion is made that this activity is com- publication of refuge-specific sport patible with the purposes for which the fishing regulations? refuge was established. In addition, the (a) Refuge-specific fishing regula- sport fishing program must be con- tions are issued only at the time of or sistent with principles of sound fishery after the opening of a wildlife refuge management and otherwise be in the area to sport fishing. public interest. The opening or closing (b) Refuge-specific fishing regula- of wildlife refuge areas to fishing is tions may contain the following items: subject to the rulemaking require- (1) Fish species that may be taken; ments of the Administrative Procedure (2) Seasons; Act (5 U.S.C. 551 et seq.). Lands ac- (3) Creel limits; quired as ‘‘waterfowl production areas’’ (4) Methods of fishing; are open to sport fishing subject to the (5) Description of areas open to fish- provisions of State laws and regula- ing; or tions and the pertinent provisions of (6) Other provisions as required. parts 25 through 31 of this subchapter: (c) Refuge-specific fishing regula- Provided, that fishing or entry on all or tions will not liberalize existing State any part of individual areas may be laws or regulations. temporarily suspended by posting upon (d) Refuge-specific fishing regula- occasions of unusual or critical conditions are subject to change and the tions of, or affecting, land, water, vege- public is invited to submit suggestions tation or fish and wildlife populations. and comments for consideration at any time. § 32.5 What are the requirements for (e) We initially publish refuge-spe- sportfishing on areas of the Na- cific sport fishing regulations in the tional Wildlife Refuge System? daily issue of the FEDERAL REGISTER, The following provisions shall apply and subsequently they appear in §§ 32.20 to each person while engaged in public through 32.72. sport fishing on a wildlife refuge area: (f) Refuge-specific fishing regulations (a) Each person shall secure and pos- may be amended as needed when unpre- sess the required State license. dictable changes occur in fish and wild- (b) Each person shall comply with life populations, habitat conditions or the applicable provisions of Federal in other factors affecting a refuge’s fish law and regulation including this sub- and wildlife resources. chapter. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 67 (c) Each person shall comply with the FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002] applicable provisions of the laws and regulations of the State wherein any § 32.7 What refuge units are open to area is located unless the same are fur- hunting and/or sport fishing? ther restricted by Federal law or regu- Refuge units open to hunting and/or lation. sport fishing in accordance with the (d) Each person shall comply with provisions of subpart A of this part and the terms and conditions authorizing §§ 32.20–32.72, inclusive, are as follows:

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ALABAMA Sacramento River National Wildlife Refuge Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge San Luis National Wildlife Refuge Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge San Pablo National Wildlife Refuge Choctaw National Wildlife Refuge Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge Key Cave National Wildlife Refuge Sutter National Wildlife Refuge Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge COLORADO ALASKA Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge Alaska Peninsula National Wildlife Refuge Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Rocky Mountain Arsenal Becharof National Wildlife Refuge Innoko National Wildlife Refuge CONNECTICUT Izembek National Wildlife Refuge Kanuti National Wildlife Refuge Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Ref- Koyukuk National Wildlife Refuge uge Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge DELAWARE Salawik National Wildlife Refuge Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge Togiak National Wildlife Refuge Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge FLORIDA Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National ARIZONA Wildlife Refuge Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge Havasu National Wildlife Refuge J.N. ‘‘Ding’’ Darling National Wildlife Ref- Imperial National Wildlife Refuge uge Kofa National Wildlife Refuge Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge Merrit Island National Wildlife Refuge ARKANSAS Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge Bald Knob National Wildlife Refuge St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge Cache River National Wildlife Refuge Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Ref- Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge uge Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge Overflow National Wildlife Refuge GEORGIA Pond Creek National Wildlife Refuge Wapanocca National Wildlife Refuge Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge White River National Wildlife Refuge Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge Bond Swamp National Wildlife Refuge CALIFORNIA Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Clear Lake National Wildlife Refuge Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge Colusa National Wildlife Refuge Savannah National Wildlife Refuge Delevan National Wildlife Refuge Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wolf Island National Wildlife Refuge Wildlife Refuge Havasu National Wildlife Refuge GUAM Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge Imperial National Wildlife Refuge Guam National Wildlife Refuge Kern National Wildlife Refuge HAWAII Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge Merced National Wildlife Refuge Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge Modoc National Wildlife Refuge Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Kakahaia National Wildlife Refuge

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Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge Delta National Wildlife Refuge Grand Cote National Wildlife Refuge IDAHO Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge Lake Ophelia National Wildlife Refuge Camas National Wildlife Refuge Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge Red River National Wildlife Refuge Grays Lake National Wildlife Refuge Sabine National Wildlife Refuge Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge Upper Ouachita National Wildlife Refuge MAINE ILLINOIS Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge Sunkhaze Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge Great River National Wildlife Refuge Meredosia National Wildlife Refuge MARYLAND Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge Two Rivers Naional Wildlife Refuge Patuxent Research Refuge Upper Mississippi River Wildlife and Fish MASSACHUSETTS Refuge Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge INDIANA Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge Nantucket National Wildlife Refuge Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge and Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge Management Area Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife IOWA Refuge

De Soto National Wildlife Refuge MICHIGAN Driftless Area National Wildlife Refuge Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Kirtland’s Warbler Wildlife Management Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge Area Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge Michigan Wetland Management District Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Seney National Wildlife Refuge Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge Refuge MINNESOTA KANSAS Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge Big Stone Wetland Management District Marais des Cygnes Natinal Wildlife Refuge Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Quivira National Wildlife Refuge Detroit Lakes Wetland Management District KENTUCKY Fergus Falls Wetland Management District Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge Hamden Slough National Wildlife Refuge Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge Litchfield Wetland Management District Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Minnesota Valley Wetland Management LOUISIANA Morris Wetland Management District Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Bayou Cocodrie National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge Rydell National Wildlife Refuge Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Breton National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge Windom Wetland Management District Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge MISSISSIPPI Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge D’Arbonne National Wildlife Refuge Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge

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Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge NEVADA Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge Desert National Wildlife Refuge Hillside National Wildlife Refuge Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Holt Collier National Wildlife Refuge Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge St. Catherine Creek National Wildlife Refuge NEW HAMPSHIRE Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Silvio O. Conte National Wildlife Refuge Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge NEW JERSEY MISSOURI Cape May National Wildlife Refuge Big Muddy National Wildlife Refuge Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Great River National Wildlife Refuge Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Mingo National Wildlife Refuge NEW MEXICO Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge MONTANA Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge San Andres National Wildlife Refuge Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge Benton Lake Wetland Management District Black Coulee National Wildlife Refuge NEW YORK Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge Bowdoin Wetland Management District Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife Ref- Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge uge Charles M. Russell Wetland Management Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge District Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Creedman Coulee National Wildlife Refuge Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge Hailstone National Wildlife Refuge Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge Halfbreed Lake National Wildlife Refuge Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Hewitt Lake National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Lake Mason National Wildlife Refuge Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge Lake Thibadeau National Wildlife Refuge Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge Lamesteer National Wildlife Refuge Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge NORTH CAROLINA Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge National Bison Range Currituck National Wildlife Refuge Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Ref- Northeast Montana Wetland Management uge District Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge Northwest Montana Wetland Management Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge District Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Pablo National Wildlife Refuge Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge Swan River National Wildlife Refuge Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge UL Bend National Wildlife Refuge Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge War Horse National Wildlife Refuge NORTH DAKOTA NEBRASKA Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge Arrowwood Wetland Management District Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge Audubon National Wildlife Refuge De Soto National Wildlife Refuge Audubon Wetland Management District Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge North Platte National Wildlife Refuge Chase Lake Wetland Management District Rainwater Basin Wetland Management Dis- Crosby Wetland Management District trict Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge Valentine National Wildlife Refuge Devils Lake Wetland Management District

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J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge PUERTO RICO J. Clark Salyer Wetland Management Dis- [Reserved] trict Kulm Wetland Management District RHODE ISLAND Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge Lake Ilo National Wildlife Refuge Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Lake Nettie National Wildlife Refuge John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge Lake Zahl National Wildlife Refuge Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge Long Lake Wetland Management District Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge SOUTH CAROLINA Lostwood Wetland Management District Rock Lake National Wildlife Refuge Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge Sibley Lake National Wildlife Refuge Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge Slade National Wildlife Refuge Ernest F. Hollings ACE Basin National Wild- Stewart Lake National Wildlife Refuge life Refuge Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge Tewaukon Wetland Management District Santee National Wildlife Refuge Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge Savannah National Wildlife Refuge Valley City Wetland Management District Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge

OHIO SOUTH DAKOTA Cedar Point National Wildlife Refuge Devils Lake Wetland Management District Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Huron Wetland Management District Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge OKLAHOMA Lake Andes National Wildlife Refuge Deep Fork National Wildlife Refuge Lake Andes Wetland Management District Little River National Wildlife Refuge Madison Wetland Management District Optima National Wildlife Refuge Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge Sand Lake Wetland Management District Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge Waubay National Wildlife Refuge Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge Waubay Wetland Management District Tishomingo Wildlife Management Unit TENNESSEE Washita National Wildlife Refuge Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge OREGON Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge Lake Isom National Wildlife Refuge Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge Lower Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge Bear Valley National Wildlife Refuge Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge Cold Springs National Wildlife Refuge Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge TEXAS Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge Julia Butler Hansen Refuge for the Colum- Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge bian White-Tailed Deer Aransas National Wildlife Refuge Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Ref- Lewis and Clark National Wildlife Refuge uge Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge Big Boggy National Wildlife Refuge Malheur National Wildlife Refuge Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge McKay Creek National Wildlife Refuge Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge McNary National Wildlife Refuge Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge Texas Point National Wildlife Refuge PENNSYLVANIA Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge UTAH Erie National Wildlife Refuge John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Bear River National Wildlife Refuge Tinicum Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge Ouray National Wildlife Refuge

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VERMONT Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge WISCONSIN Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge Fox River National Wildlife Refuge Horicon National Wildlife Refuge VIRGINIA Leopold Wetland Management District Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Necedah National Wildlife Refuge Chinocteague National Wildlife Refuge St. Croix Wetland Management District Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Ref- and Fish Refuge uge Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge James River National Wildilfe Refuge Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge WYOMING Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge National Elk Refuge Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge Pathfinder National Wildlife Refuge Presquile National Wildlife Refuge Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge Rappahannock River Valley National Wild- life Refuge UNITED STATES UNINCORPORATED PACIFIC Wallops Island National Wildlife Refuge INSULAR POSSESSIONS

WASHINGTON Johnston Island National Wildlife Refuge Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge Columbia National Wildlife Refuge Conboy Lake National Wildlife Refuge [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge FR 29073, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29084, May 18, Hanford Reach National Monument/Saddle 1993; 59 FR 6685, 6688, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR Mountain National Wildlife Refuge 55183, 55191, 55196, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 5277, Julia Butler Hansen Refuge for the Colum- Jan. 26, 1995; 60 FR 52868, Oct. 11, 1995; 60 FR bian White-tailed Deer 61212, Nov. 29, 1995; 60 FR 62040, Dec. 4, 1995; Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge 61 FR 31461, 31463, June 20, 1996; 61 FR 45366, McNary National Wildlife Refuge Aug. 29, 1996; 61 FR 46393, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge 47375, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46914, Sept. 3, 1998; Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge 65 FR 30777, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56400, Sept. Toppenish National Wildlife Refuge 18, 2000; 66 FR 46353, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58943, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge Sept. 18, 2002; 68 FR 57315, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge 54362, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54158, Sept. 13, 2005; Willapa National Wildlife Refuge 73 FR 33167, June 11, 2008; 73 FR 51158, Aug. 29, 2008; 75 FR 18420, Apr. 12, 2010; 76 FR 3945, WEST VIRGINIA Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56063, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge 56035, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14822, Mar. 17, 2014]

§ 32.8 Areas closed to hunting.

Proclamations and orders Land and waters within boundary and adjacent to, State or in the vicinity of— Citation No. Date

Nov. 20, 1959 Alabama ...... Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge ...... 24 FR 9513. Oct. 15, 1960 ...... do ...... do ...... 25 FR 9899. Nov. 3, 1970 ...... do ...... Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge ...... 35 FR 16935. 2325 Mar. 21, 1939 Arkansas ...... Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR Cum. Supp. 4 FR 1309. Oct. 24, 1958 ...... do ...... Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge ...... 23 FR 8429. 2274 Mar. 15, 1938 ...... do ...... White River National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 FR 591. July 13, 1963 Delaware ...... Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge ...... 28 FR 6228. Oct. 22, 1953 Florida ...... St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge ...... 18 FR 7837. Oct. 20, 1960 ...... do ...... do ...... 25 FR 10030. 2758 Dec. 2, 1947 ...... do ...... ‘‘Ding’’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR 1947 Supp.; 12 FR 8039. 2239 Apr. 10, 1939 Georgia ...... Savannah National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR Cum. Supp.; 4 FR 1595. Nov. 3, 1970 ...... do ...... Eufaula Wildlife Refuge ...... 35 FR 16935. Nov. 3, 1970 ...... do ...... Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge ...... 35 FR 16936. 2748 Oct. 1, 1947 ... Illinois ...... Honshoe Lake, Alexander County ...... 3 CFR, 1947 Supp. 12 FR 6521. Sept. 9, 1953 ...... do ...... do ...... 18 FR 5495. 2322 Feb. 7, 1939 .. Louisiana ...... Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR, Cum. Suppl. 4 FR 611. Nov. 19, 1982 ...... do ...... Delta National Wildlife Refuge ...... 47 FR 52183.

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Proclamations and orders Land and waters within boundary and adjacent to, State or in the vicinity of— Citation No. Date

Dec. 2, 1969 ...... do ...... Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge ...... 34 FR 19077. Aug. 13, 1960 Maryland ...... Martin National Wildlife Refuge ...... 25 FR 7741. 2617 Oct. 18, 1948 Massachusetts Parker River National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR, 1948 Supp. 13 FR 6115. 2200 Oct. 7, 1936 ... Montana ...... Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge ...... 1 FR 1554. Aug. 30, 1976 ...... do ...... Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge ...... 41 FR 31539. 2284 May 9, 1939 .. North Carolina Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 FR 912. 2129 July 18, 1935 ...... do ...... Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge ...... 49 Stat. 3450. Aug. 21, 1963 ...... do ...... Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge ...... 28 FR 9209. Sept. 22, 1967 ...... do ...... Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge ...... 32 FR 13384. 33 FR 749, Jan. 20, 1968. Sept. 27, 1964 ...... do ...... do ...... 49 FR 38141. 2000 June 6, 1932 South Carolina Cape Romanain National Wildlife Refuge ...... 47 Stat. 2513. 2329 Apr. 10, 1939 ...... do ...... Savannah National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR, Cum. Supp.; 4 FR 1595. Sept. 13, 1968 ...... do ...... Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge ...... 33 FR 12964. Oct. 8, 1963 ... Tennessee ..... Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge ...... 28 FR 10782. Aug. 23, 1956 Texas ...... Aransas National Wildlife Regudge ...... 21 FR 6513. 2370 Oct. 16, 1939 Virginia ...... Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR, Cum. Supp. 4 FR 4285. Aug. 13, 1954 ...... do ...... Presquile National Wildlife Refuge ...... 19 FR 5290. Jan. 5, 1962 ...... do ...... Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge ...... 27 FR 104; 27 FR 858. Aug. 21, 1963 ...... do ...... Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge ...... 28 FR 9209. Oct. 9, 1969 ...... do ...... Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge ...... 34 FR 15653. 2439 Nov. 7, 1940 .. Washington .... Willapa National Wildlife Refuge ...... 3 CFR, Cum. Supp.; 5 FR 4443.

[58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 FR 42880, Aug. 12, 1993; 74 FR 45678, Sept. 3, 2009]

Subpart B—Refuge-Specific Regu- 2. We require hunters to possess and carry a current and signed Alabama Department of lations for Hunting and Fish- Conservation and Natural Resources’ Wil- ing liam R. Ireland, Sr.—Cahaba River Wildlife Management Area hunting permit when § 32.20 Alabama. hunting on the refuge. The following refuge units have been 3. All youth hunters under age 16 must be opened for hunting and/or fishing, and supervised by a licensed and permitted adult are listed in alphabetical order with 21 years of age or older, and must remain applicable refuge-specific regulations. with the adult while hunting. One adult may supervise no more than two youth hunters. BON SECOUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, and A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 5. Hunters may hunt with shotguns using C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] only nontoxic #4 shot or smaller (see D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on § 32.2(k)), rifles and handguns using rim-fire designated areas of the refuge subject to the ammunition only, or archery equipment that following conditions: complies with State and Federal regulations. 1. Fishing is permitted only from sunrise 6. We prohibit hunting or discharging fire- to sunset. arms (including muzzle loaders) from within 2. Only nonmotorized boats and boats with 50 yards (45 meters) of River Trace Road. electric motors are permitted on Gator and 7. Hunting dogs may be used to hunt up- Little Gator Lakes. land game and must be controlled by the owner/handler at all times (see § 26.21(b) of CAHABA RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 8. Hunters may only hunt designated game B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting species during specified days, which are pub- of quail, squirrel, rabbit, opossum, raccoon, lished within the Cahaba River National coyote, and bobcat on designated areas of Wildlife Refuge Hunting dates portion of the the refuge in accordance with State regula- permit. tions subject to the following conditions: 9. Hunters must remove tree stands, blinds, 1. We require hunters to hunt in accord- or other personal property from the refuge ance with Alabama Department of Conserva- tion and Natural Resources’ William R. Ire- each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). land, Sr.—Cahaba River Wildlife Manage- ment Area hunting permit conditions.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting 7. We require hunters to check all har- of white-tailed deer, feral hog, and wild tur- vested game at the conclusion of each day at key on designated areas of the refuge in ac- one of the refuge check out stations. cordance with State regulations subject to 8. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- the following conditions: rying firearms on the refuge must comply 1. Conditions B1, B2, B4, B6, and B8 with all provisions of State and local law. through B10 apply. Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in 2. We prohibit the use of firearms for hunt- accordance with refuge regulations (see ing deer on the refuge. However, you may § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge reg- archery hunt in the portions of the refuge ulations in part 32). Persons may only use that are open for deer hunting during the approved nontoxic shot in shotgun shells (see archery, shotgun, and muzzleloader seasons § 32.2(k)), .22 caliber rimfire or smaller rifles, established by the State. or legal archery equipment according to 3. We allow hunters to hunt from tree State regulations. We prohibit magnum am- stands in accordance with 50 CFR 32.2(i). munition. Hunters must use a body safety harness at 9. We prohibit equestrian use and all forms all times while hunting from a tree. of motorized off-road vehicles. 4. All youth hunters under age 16 must be 10. We allow hunting of designated species supervised by a properly licensed and per- with dogs during designated hunts. mitted adult 21 years of age or older, and 11. Hunt information and hunt dates are must remain with the adult while hunting. available at refuge headquarters and speci- One adult may supervise no more than one fied in the refuge brochure. youth hunter. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery 5. Hunters may not hunt by aid of or par- hunting of white-tailed deer and incidental ticipate in drives to take deer or feral hogs. take of feral hog in accordance with State D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on regulations subject to the following condi- designated areas of the refuge in accordance tions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. Conditions B1 through B9 and B11 apply. lowing conditions: 2. We allow hunters to hunt from tree 1. Condition B4 applies. stands in accordance with 50 CFR 32.2(i). While climbing a tree, installing a tree stand CHOCTAW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE that uses climbing aids, or while hunting from a tree stand on the refuge, hunters A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] must use a fall-arrest system (full body har- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ness) that is manufactured to Treestand of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum on Manufactures Associations standards. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 3. We prohibit damaging trees or hunting with State regulations subject to the fol- from a tree that contains an inserted metal lowing conditions: object (see § 32.2(i)). Personal property must 1. We prohibit hunting within 100 yards (90 be removed from the refuge each day except m) of the fenced-in refuge work center area, for one portable stand (including tripods and hiking trail, and refuge boat ramp. ground blinds) (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. We prohibit marking trees and using The stand is required to be tagged with the flagging tape, reflective tacks, and other hunter’s name, address, and phone number similar marking devices. permanently and legibly written on or at- 3. We allow take of incidental species as tached to the stand. Stands left on the area listed in the refuge hunt permit (signed bro- do not reserve hunting locations. Portable chure) during any hunt with those weapons stands may not be installed on the area prior legal during those hunts. to 7 days before deer season opens, nor left 4. Hunters must possess and carry a signed longer than 7 days after deer season closes. refuge hunt permit (signed brochure) when Stands not in compliance with these regula- hunting. tions may be confiscated and disposed of by 5. All persons 15 years of age or younger, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. while hunting on the refuge, must be in the 4. Hunters may not hunt by aid of or har- presence and under direct supervision of a li- assment of game for purposes of take of deer censed or exempt hunter at least 21 years of or feral hogs. age. A licensed hunter supervising a youth as 5. We prohibit hunting by aid or distribu- provided in this section must hold a valid tion of any feed, salt, or other mineral at State license for the species being hunted. any time (see § 32.2(h)). One adult may supervise no more than one 6. Hunter orange is required according to youth hunter. State regulations during gun deer season in 6. The refuge is open every day from 1 hour Choctaw County, AL. We recommend all user before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset, except groups wear hunter orange during hunting authorized uses. Personal property must be seasons. removed from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- this chapter). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance

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with State regulations subject to the fol- 10. We prohibit hunting by aid of or dis- lowing conditions: tribution of any feed, salt, other mineral, or 1. We allow fishing year-round, except in electronic device, including game cameras the waterfowl sanctuary, which is closed (see § 32.2(h) and § 27.93 of this chapter). from November 15 through March 1. 11. We prohibit participation in organized 2. Conditions B2 and B6 apply. drives. 3. We allow a rod and reel and pole and 12. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, or line. We prohibit all other methods of fish- other livestock. ing. 13. We require tree stand users to use a 4. We prohibit the taking of frogs and tur- safety belt. tles (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 14. We prohibit the use of motorized 5. We prohibit bow fishing. watercraft in all refuge waters not directly 6. We prohibit the use of airboats, connected to Lake Eufaula. hovercrafts, and inboard-water-thrust boats 15. We prohibit the use of all air-thrust such as, but not limited to, personal boats, including aircraft. watercraft, watercycles, and waterbikes. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 7. We require a refuge Special Use Permit of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of (FWS Form 3–1383) for commercial fishing. the refuge in accordance with State regula- Commercial anglers may use nets, seines, tions subject to the following conditions: baskets, and boxes legal for use within the 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A7 through State of Alabama. A15 apply. 8. We prohibit fishing tournaments on all 2. We allow squirrel and rabbit hunting on refuge waters. selected areas and days during the State seasons. EUFAULA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. We prohibit the use of dogs (see § 26.21(b) A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of this chapter). hunting of mourning dove and Eurasian-col- 4. We only allow shotguns as the means of lared dove, duck, and goose on designated take for upland game hunting. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 5. We prohibit the mooring or storing of regulations subject to the following condi- boats from 11⁄2; hours after legal sunset to tions: 11⁄2; hours before legal sunrise (see § 27.93 of 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- this chapter). uge hunt permit (signed brochure) when C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunting. white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic areas of the refuge in accordance with State shotshells when hunting (see § 32.2(k)). regulations subject to the following condi- 3. All youth hunters (age 15 and under) tions: must remain within sight and normal voice 1. Conditions A1, A7 through A15, and B5 contact of a properly licensed hunting adult apply. age 21 or older. Youth hunters must possess 2. We allow youth (ages 10 through 15) gun and carry verification of passing a State-ap- deer hunting in the Bradley Unit only by proved hunter education course. One adult special permit (information obtained from may supervise no more than two youth hunt- Big/Upland Game Hunt Application, FWS ers. Form 3–2356) during selected days/times. 4. We allow duck and goose hunting in the 3. All youth gun hunting opportunities are Bradley and Kennedy units only by special spaced-blind and assigned by lottery. Hunt- permit (Waterfowl Lottery Application, FWS ers wishing to participate in our youth gun Form 3–2355) on/during selected days/times, hunt must submit a Big/Upland Game Hunt during the State seasons. We close all other Application (FWS Form 3–2356). Consult the portions of the refuge to waterfowl hunting. refuge brochure for details. 5. All waterfowl hunting opportunities are 4. All youth hunters must remain within spaced-blind and assigned by lottery. Hunt- sight and normal voice contact of a properly ers wishing to participate in our waterfowl hunting-licensed adult age 21 or older. Youth hunt must submit a Waterfowl Lottery Ap- hunters must possess and carry verification plication (FWS Form 3–2355). Consult refuge of passing a State-approved hunter education brochure for details. course. One adult may supervise no more 6. We limit the number of shotshells a hun- than one youth hunter. ter may possess to 25. 5. We allow both archery deer and archery 7. We prohibit damaging trees or other feral hog hunting on selected areas and days vegetation (see §§ 27.51 and 32.2(i) of this during the State archery deer season. chapter). 6. We close those portions of the refuge be- 8. Hunters must remove all stands/blinds at tween Bustahatchee and Rood Creeks to the end of each day’s hunt (see § 27.93 of this archery hunting until November 1. chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, includ- 9. We allow access to the refuge for hunting bowfishing, in designated areas of the ing from 11⁄2; hours before legal sunrise to refuge in accordance with State regulations 11⁄2; hours after legal sunset. subject to the following conditions:

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1. Conditions A6, A15, and B5 apply. that you may hunt opossum and raccoon 2. We allow fishing on selected areas and after legal sunset. days. 3. Hunters may hunt with shotguns using 3. We allow shoreline access for fishing only nontoxic #4 shot or smaller (see from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour § 32.2(k)), rifles and handguns using rim-fire after legal sunset. ammunition only, or archery equipment that 4. We prohibit taking frog or turtle (see complies with State regulations. Possession § 27.21 of this chapter) on all refuge lands and of lead shot shells for hunting is prohibited. waters. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 5. We adopt reciprocal license agreements D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] between Alabama and Georgia for fishing in Lake Eufaula. Anglers fishing in waters not MOUNTAIN LONGLEAF NATIONAL WILDLIFE directly connected to Lake Eufaula must be REFUGE properly licensed for the State in which they A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow are fishing. hunting of woodcock on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regula- GRAND BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tions subject to the following conditions: Refer to § 32.43 Mississippi for regulations. 1. We require hunters to hunt in accordance with Alabama Department of Conserva- KEY CAVE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tion and Natural Resources’ Choccolocco Wildlife Management Area hunting permit A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow conditions. hunting of mourning and Eurasian-collared 2. We require hunters to possess and carry dove on designated areas of the refuge in ac- a current and signed Alabama Department of cordance with State regulations subject to Conservation and Natural Resources’ the following conditions: Choccolocco Wildlife Management Area 1. We require hunters to possess and carry hunting permit when hunting on the refuge. a current and signed Key Cave National 3. All youth hunters under age 16 must be Wildlife Refuge permit, which is included supervised by a properly licensed and per- with the Alabama Department of Conserva- mitted adult 21 years of age or older, and tion and Natural Resources’ Seven Mile Is- must remain with the adult while hunting. land Wildlife Management Area hunting per- One adult may supervise no more than two mit when hunting on the refuge. youth hunters. 2. We allow hunting on designated areas 4. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, and from 12 p.m. (noon) to legal sunset Mondays, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on the refuge. Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 5. Hunters may only hunt designated game 3. Hunters must park in designated park- species during specified days, which are pub- ing areas. We prohibit parking vehicles on lished within the Mountain Longleaf Na- refuge roads or in the fields (see § 27.31 of this tional Wildlife Refuge Hunting Dates portion chapter). of the permit. 4. All youth hunters under age 16 must be 6. Hunters must remove tree stands, blinds, supervised by a licensed and permitted adult or other personal property from the refuge 21 years of age or older, and must remain each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). with the adult while hunting. One adult may 7. Hunters may hunt with shotguns using supervise no more than two youth hunters. only nontoxic #4 shot or smaller (see 5. We allow hunters to use hunting dogs to § 32.2(k)). Possession of lead shot shells for hunt migratory game birds and upland game. hunting is prohibited. The dogs must be controlled by the owner/ B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting handler at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this of quail, squirrel, rabbit, groundhog, rac- chapter). coon, opossum, beaver, and fox on designated 6. Hunters may only hunt designated game areas of the refuge in accordance with State species during specified days, which are pub- regulations subject to the following condi- lished within the Key Cave National Wildlife tions: Refuge Hunting Dates portion of the permit. 1. Conditions A1 through A7 apply. 7. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, or 2. Hunters may hunt during daylight hours all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on all refuge only. hunts. 3. We allow hunters to hunt from tree B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting stands in accordance with 50 CFR 32.2(i). of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- Hunters must use a body safety harness at sum on designated portions of the refuge in all times while hunting from a tree. accordance with State regulations subject to 4. Hunting dogs may be used to hunt quail, the following conditions: squirrel, and rabbit and must be controlled 1. Conditions A1 and A3 through A7 apply. by the owner/handler at all times (see 2. We allow hunting on designated areas § 26.21(b) of this chapter). from legal sunrise to legal sunset Mondays, 5. Possession of lead shot shells for hunting Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, except is prohibited.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of WHEELER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE white-tailed deer, bobcat, coyote, feral hog, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] and turkey on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting to the following conditions: of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A4 through A7 cordance with State regulations subject to apply. the following conditions: 2. We prohibit damaging trees or hunting 1. We require hunters to possess and carry from a tree that contains an inserted metal a current and signed hunting permit, found object (see § 32.2(i)). Hunters must remove on the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge stands from trees each day (see § 27.93 of this Hunting Brochure, when hunting on the ref- chapter). uge. These brochures are available at the ref- 3. We prohibit using dogs (see § 26.21(b) of uge visitor center, refuge headquarters, and this chapter) to hunt or pursue big game. on the refuge’s Web site. 4. All youth hunters under age 16 must be 2. Hunters may hunt with shotguns using supervised by a licensed and permitted adult only nontoxic #4 shot or smaller (see 21 years of age or older, and must remain § 32.2(k)), rifles and handguns using rim-fire with the adult while hunting. One adult may ammunition only, or archery equipment that supervise no more than one youth hunter. complies with State regulations. 5. We require tree stand users to use a safe- 3. You must unload and case or dismantle ty belt or harness. firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) before D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] placing them in a vehicle or boat. 4. We prohibit hunting or discharging fire- SAUTA CAVE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE arms (including Flintlocks) in the Triana A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] recreation area or from any road or road shoulder or from within 50 yards (45 meters) B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of any designated walking trail or board- of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- walk. sum on designated area of the refuge in ac- 5. We prohibit mules and horses on all ref- cordance with Federal and State regulations uge hunts. subject to the following conditions: 6. We allow hunting on designated areas 1. We require hunters to hunt in accord- Monday through Saturday. We prohibit ance with Alabama Department of Conserva- hunting on Sunday. tion and Natural Resources’ North Sauta ref- 7. All youth hunters under age 16 must be uge hunting permit. supervised by a licensed and permitted adult 2. We require hunters to possess and carry 21 years of age or older, and must remain a current and signed Sauta Cave National with the adult while hunting. One adult may Wildlife Refuge permit, which is found on supervise no more than two youth hunters. the Alabama Department of Conservation 8. We prohibit mooring or storing of boats and Natural Resources’ Jackson County Wa- from legal sunset to legal sunrise. terfowl, Management Areas, refuges and 9. We prohibit marking trees and the use of Coon Gulf Tract hunting permit, when hunt- flagging tape, reflective tacks, and other ing. similar marking devices. 3. Hunters may only hunt designated game 10. Hunting dogs may be used to hunt up- species during specified days, which are pub- land game and must be controlled by the lished within the Sauta Cave National Wild- owner/handler at all times (see § 26.21(b) of life Refuge Hunting Dates portion of the per- this chapter). mit. 11. We allow hunters to hunt from tree 4. Hunters may hunt with shotguns using stands in accordance with 50 CFR 32.2(i). only nontoxic #4 shot or smaller (see Hunters must use a body safety harness at § 32.2(k)), rifles and handguns using rim-fire all times while hunting from a tree. ammunition only, or archery equipment that 12. Hunters must remove tree stands, complies with State regulations. Possession blinds, or other personal property from the of lead shot shells for hunting is prohibited. refuge each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 5. All youth hunters under age 16 must be 13. Hunters may only hunt designated supervised by a licensed and permitted adult game species during specified days, which 21 years of age or older, and must remain are published within the Wheeler National with the adult while hunting. One adult may Wildlife Refuge Hunting Brochure. supervise no more than two youth hunters. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting 6. We allow hunters to use hunting dogs to of white-tailed deer and feral hog on des- hunt upland game. The dogs must be con- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance trolled by the owner/handler at all times (see with State regulations subject to the fol- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). lowing conditions: C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 1. Conditions B1, B3 through B6, B8, B9, D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] and B11 through B13 apply.

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2. Hunters may not hunt by aid of or har- AK, or by contacting the manager of assment of game for purposes of take for the respective individual refuge. deer or feral hogs. 3. Hunters may only hunt with archery § 32.22 Arizona. equipment that complies with State regulations and flintlocks .40 caliber or larger. The following refuge units have been 4. All youth hunters under age 16 must be opened for hunting and/or fishing, and supervised by a licensed and permitted adult are listed in alphabetical order with 21 years of age or older, and must remain applicable refuge-specific regulations. with the adult while hunting. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter. BILL WILLIAMS RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE 5. Hunters must report the sex, approxi- REFUGE mate size, and hunt area for any deer or hogs they harvested from the refuge within 72 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hours. Reports must be given by phone or in hunting of mourning and white-winged dove person to the refuge Visitor Center (256/350– in accordance with State regulations subject 6639) or refuge headquarters (256/353–7243). to the following conditions: 6. We prohibit mules and horses on all ref- 1. We allow only shotguns for hunting. We uge hunts. limit all shotguns to a maximum three-shell 7. You may only hunt feral hog during the capacity, unless it is plugged with a one- refuge archery and flintlock deer season. piece filler, incapable of removal without D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- disassembling the gun, so its total capacity ignated areas of the refuge in accordance does not exceed three shells (see §20.21(b) of with State regulations subject to the fol- this chapter). lowing conditions: 2. You may possess only nontoxic shot 1. We prohibit bank fishing around the while hunting in the field (see § 32.2(k)). shoreline of the refuge headquarters. Consult 3. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 with the refuge brochure for further informa- m) of any building, road, or levee open to tion. public use. 2. We open all other refuge waters to fish- 4. We allow hunting/angling on the refuge ing year-round unless otherwise posted. only in those areas posted or designated as 3. We prohibit fishing in the Waterfowl Dis- open. The public hunting area is generally play Pool and other waters adjacent to the described as south of the Bill Williams Road visitor center. and east of Arizona State Rt. 95 plus the 4. We prohibit airboats and hovercraft on south half of Section 35, T 11N–R 17W as all waters within the refuge boundaries. posted. We close the isolated grow-out cove 5. We prohibit inboard waterthrust boats near the visitor center to fishing as posted. such as, but not limited to, personal 5. We allow hunting/angling in accordance watercraft, watercycles, and waterbikes on with State regulations only for the listed all waters of the refuge except that portion species. of the Tennessee River and Flint Creek from 6. You may retrieve fish or game from an its mouth to mile marker 3. area closed to hunting or entry only upon 6. We prohibit mooring and storing of boats specific consent from an authorized refuge from legal sunset to legal sunrise. employee. 7. We prohibit target practice or any non- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of FR 29073, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6688, Feb. 11, this chapter). 1994; 59 FR 55183, Nov. 3, 1994; 62 FR 47375, 8. Anyone for hire to assist or guide a hun- Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46915, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR ter or angler must first obtain, possess, and 30777, May 12, 2000; 66 FR 46353, Sept. 4, 2001; carry a valid Special Use Permit issued by 69 FR 54362, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. the refuge manager. 17, 2004; 70 FR 54158, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 9. We prohibit the construction or use of 33167, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45678, Sept. 3, 2009; any pits, permanent blinds, or other struc- 74 FR 50736, Oct. 1, 2009; 76 FR 3945, Jan. 21, tures (see §27.92 of this chapter). 2011; 76 FR 56063, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56036, 10. All refuge visitors must remove all per- Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14822, Mar. 17, 2014] sonal items from the refuge at the end of each day’s activity, i.e., boats, equipment, § 32.21 Alaska. cameras, temporary blinds, stands, etc. (see Alaska refuges are opened to hunt- § 27.93 of this chapter). ing, fishing and trapping pursuant to 11. Hunters must report accidents involv- the Alaska National Interest Lands ing property damage or personal injury to Conservation Act (Pub. L. 96–487, 94 the refuge manager or authorized Service personnel (see §25.72 of this chapter). Stat. 2371). Information regarding spe- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting cific refuge regulations can be obtained of quail and cottontail rabbit in accordance from the Region 7 Office of the U.S. with State regulations subject to the fol- Fish and Wildlife Service, Anchorage, lowing conditions:

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1. Conditions A1 through A11 apply. accordance with State regulations subject to 2. We only allow hunting of cottontail rab- the following conditions: bit from September 1 to the close of the 1. You may only hunt feral hog during big State quail season. game seasons. Each hunter must possess and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of carry a valid hunting license and big game desert bighorn sheep in Arizona Wildlife permit for the season in progress. There is no Management Areas 16A and 44A in accord- bag limit. ance with State regulations subject to the 2. Conditions A1 through A3 apply. following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. Conditions A4 through A11 apply. CABEZA PRIETA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. In Arizona Wildlife Management Unit 44A, we allow hunting on the refuge only in A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] those areas south of the Bill Williams River B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Road and east of Arizona State Rt. 95 plus C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of desert big- the south half of Section 35, T 11N–R 17W as horn sheep is permitted on designated areas posted. of the refuge subject to the following condi- 3. In Arizona Wildlife Management Unit tion: Entry permits are required. 16A, we allow hunting for desert bighorn D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] sheep only in those areas north of the Bill Williams River. CIBOLA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow cordance with State regulations subject to hunting of geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, the following conditions: common snipe, and mourning and white- 1. Conditions A4 through A11 apply. winged doves on designated areas of the ref- 2. We prohibit personal watercraft (PWC as uge subject to the following conditions: defined by State law), air boats, and hover- 1. We allow only shotguns. craft on all waters within the boundaries of 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic the refuge. shot while in the field. 3. We designate all refuge waters as wake- 3. You must obtain a permit to enter the less speed zones (as defined by State law). Island Unit. 4. Persons fishing from a boat or other 4. You must pay a hunt fee in portions of floating object must obtain, possess, and the refuge. Consult refuge hunting leaflet for carry a current Colorado River shared juris- locations. diction stamp. 5. We do not allow pit or permanent blinds. 5. Conditions A3 and A7 through A11 apply. 6. You may hunt only during seasons, dates, times, and areas posted by signs and/ BUENOS AIRES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE or indicated on refuge leaflets, special regulations, and maps available at the refuge of- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow fice. hunting of goose, duck, coot, and dove on 7. You must remove all temporary blinds, designated areas of the refuge in accordance boats, and decoys from the refuge following with State regulations subject to the fol- each day’s hunt. lowing conditions: 8. We do not allow hunting within 50 yards 1. We allow portable or temporary blinds (45 m) of any public roads or levees. and stands, but you must remove them at 9. We close Farm Unit 2 to all hunting ex- the end of each hunt day. cept goose hunting during the Arizona wa- 2. We prohibit the use of flagging tape, re- terfowl season. flective tape, or other signs or markers used 10. Consult the refuge hunt leaflet for the to identify paths or to mark tree stands, shot limit. blinds, or other areas. 11. The area known as Pretty Water is open 3. The No-Hunt Zones include all Service to waterfowl hunting from 1⁄2 hour before property east of milepost 7 of Arivaca Road sunrise to 3:00 p.m. MST during the Arizona within the Arivaca Creek Management Area, and California waterfowl seasons. all Service property in Brown Canyon, all 12. The Hart Mine Marsh area is open to Service property within 1⁄4 mile (.4 km) of hunting from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily during refuge residences, and the posted No-Hunt goose season. Zone encompassing refuge headquarters and B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting area bounded by the 10-mile (16 km) of quail and cottontail rabbit on designated Pronghorn Drive auto tour loop. areas of the refuge subject to the following B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting conditions: of rabbit, coyote, and skunk on designated 1. We allow only shotguns and bows and ar- areas of the refuge in accordance with State rows. regulations subject to the following condi- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic tion: Conditions A1 through A3 apply. shot while in the field. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. You may hunt cottontail rabbit from mule and white-tailed deer, javelina, and September 1 through the last day of the re- feral hog on designated areas of the refuge in spective State’s quail season.

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4. During the Arizona waterfowl season, v. Waterfowl hunters must possess at least you may not hunt quail and rabbit in Farm 12 decoys per blind. Unit 2. vi. You may use only dead vegetation or 5. You may not hunt within 50 yards (45 m) materials brought from off refuge for mak- of any public road. ing or fixing hunt blinds. We prohibit the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cutting, pulling, marking or removing vege- mule deer on designated areas of the refuge tation (see § 27.51 of this chapter). subject to the following conditions: vii. Waterfowl hunters must be at their 1. For units open to mule deer hunting, blind at least 45 minutes before legal shoot refer to current Big Game hunt brochure. time and not leave their blind until 10:00 am 2. You may not hunt within 50 yards (45 m) MST. of any public road. viii. We allow waterfowl hunting on D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing and Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Water- frogging subject to the following condition: fowl hunting ends at 12:00 p.m. (noon) MST. Cibola Lake is open to fishing and frogging Hunters must be out of the slough area by from March 15 through Labor Day. 1:00 p.m. MST. ix. We allow hunting in the juniors-only HAVASU NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE waterfowl season. A. Hunting of Migratory Game Birds. We x. We allow dove hunting only during the allow hunting of mourning and whitewinged September season. dove, duck, coot, moorhen, goose, and com- 12. The following conditions apply to all mon snipe on designated areas of the refuge waters of the lower Colorado River within in accordance with State regulations subject the Havasu NWR: to the following conditions: i. We close designated portions of Topock 1. We prohibit falconry. Marsh to all entry from October 1 through 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic the last day of the waterfowl hunt season shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). (including the State junior waterfowl hunt). 3. You may not hunt within 50 yards (45m) These areas are indicated in refuge brochures of any building or public road. and identified by buoys and/or signs. 4. We prohibit target shooting or the dis- ii. We prohibit hunting in the waters of the charge of any weapon except to hunt. Colorado River and on those refuge lands 5. We prohibit possession of firearms ex- within 1⁄4 mile (.4 km) of the waters of the cept while hunting. Colorado River from and including Castle 6. We prohibit the construction or use of Rock Bay north to Interstate 40. pits and permanent blinds (see § 27.92 of this iii. We allow hunting on refuge lands and chapter). 7. You must remove temporary blinds, waters south of Castle Rock Bay to the north boats, hunting equipment, and decoys from boundary of the Lake Havasu City limits. the refuge following each day’s hunt (see 13. We prohibit the use of all air-thrust §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). boats and/or air-cooled propulsion engines, 8. We prohibit retrieving game from closed including floating aircraft. areas. You may retrieve game from areas 14. Hunting dogs must be under the imme- closed to hunting, but otherwise open to diate control of the hunter at all times. entry, as long as you possess no firearms or B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting other means of take. of quail and cottontail rabbit on designated 9. Anyone hired to assist or guide hunter(s) areas of the refuge in accordance with State must obtain, possess, and carry a valid Spe- regulations subject to the following condi- cial Use Permit issued by the refuge man- tions: ager. 1. Conditions A1 through A10, A11vi., and 10. We prohibit hunting on those refuge A12 apply. lands within the Lake Havasu City limits. 2. We prohibit the possession or use of ri- 11. The following conditions apply only to fles. Pintail Slough (all refuge lands north of 3. We allow hunting of quail in Pintail North Dike): Slough prior to and following the State wa- i. We require a fee for waterfowl hunting. terfowl season (The State waterfowl season You must possess proof of payment (refuge includes the State general waterfowl season, permit) while hunting. the days between the juniors-only waterfowl ii. Waterfowl hunters must hunt within 25 hunt and the general State waterfowl season, feet (7.5 m) of the numbered post of their as- and the juniors-only waterfowl hunt.). signed blind. 4. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit in iii. We limit the number of persons at each Pintail Slough prior to and following the waterfowl hunt blind to three. Observers State waterfowl season (The State waterfowl cannot hold shells or guns unless in posses- season includes the State general waterfowl sion of a valid State hunting license and season, the days between the juniors-only stamps. waterfowl hunt and the general State water- iv. We limit the number of shells a waterfowl season, and the juniors-only waterfowl fowl hunter may possess to 25. hunt.).

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. Temporary blinds, boats and decoys bighorn sheep on those refuge lands in Ari- must be removed from the refuge following zona Wildlife Management Area 16B in ac- each day’s hunt. cordance with State regulations subject to 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic the following conditions: shot while in the field. 1. Conditions A3 through A9 and A12ii B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting apply. of quail, cottontail rabbit, coyote, and fox on D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- designated areas of the refuge subject to the ignated areas of the refuge in accordance following conditions: with State regulations (Colorado River spe- 1. Allowed methods of take for quail and cific regulations apply) subject to the fol- cottontail rabbit are shotgun and bow and lowing conditions: arrow. 1. We prohibit the use of all air-thrust 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic boats or air-cooled propulsion engines, in- shot while hunting quail and cottontail rab- cluding floating aircraft. bit (see § 32.2(k). 2. We prohibit overnight boat mooring and 3. We allow cottontail rabbit hunting from shore anchoring unless actively fishing as September 1 to the close of the State quail defined by State regulations (see § 27.93 of season. this chapter). 4. We allow coyote and fox hunting only 3. Anyone hired to assist or guide anglers during the State quail season. must obtain, possess, and carry a valid Spe- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cial Use Permit issued by the refuge man- mule deer and desert bighorn sheep on des- ager. ignated areas of the refuge. 4. The following apply only on Topock D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and Marsh: frogging for bullfrog on designated areas of i. We close designated portions to all entry the refuge subject to the following condition: from October 1 through the last day of the We close posted portions of Martinez Lake waterfowl hunt season (including the State and Ferguson Lake to entry from October 1 junior waterfowl hunt). through the last day of February. ii. We close designated portions to all KOFA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE entry from April 1 through August 31. These areas are indicated in refuge brochures and A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] identified by buoys and or signs. B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of quail, iii. We prohibit personal watercraft (PWC, cottontail rabbit, coyote, and fox is per- as defined by State law). mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- 5. The following apply to all waters of the ject to the following conditions: Colorado River within Havasu NWR from the 1. Hunting of coyote, fox, and cottontail south regulatory buoy line to the north regu- rabbit is permitted during the State quail latory buoy line at Interstate 40 (approxi- season only, except as provided below. mately 17 miles [27.2 km]). 2. Hunting of coyote and fox is not per- i. We prohibit personal watercraft (PWC, as mitted during the deer season except that defined by State law) as indicated by signs or deer hunters with valid Unit 45A, 45B, and regulatory buoys in all backwaters. 45C deer permits may take these predators ii. We limit watercraft speed as indicated until a deer is taken. by signs or regulatory buoys to no wake (as 3. Allowed method of take of cottontail defined by State law) in all backwaters. rabbits is shotgun only. iii. We prohibit water-skiing, tubing, wake C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of mule deer boarding, or other recreational-towed de- and desert bighorn sheep is permitted on des- vices. ignated areas of the refuge. 6. The following apply to the Mesquite Bay D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] areas of Lake Havasu. i. We prohibit entry of all motorized SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE watercraft in all three bays as indicated by A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow signs or regulatory buoys. hunting of mourning and white-winged dove ii. The Mesquite Bays are Day Use Only on designated areas of the refuge in accord- areas and open from 1 hour before legal sun- ance with State regulations subject to the rise to 1 hour after legal sunset. following conditions: 1. We allow only shotguns. IMPERIAL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic A. Hunting of Migratory Game Birds. We shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). allow hunting of mourning and white-winged B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting dove, duck, coot, moorhen, goose, and com- of quail and cottontail rabbit on designated mon snipe on designated areas of the refuge areas of the refuge in accordance with State subject to the following conditions: regulations subject to the following condi- 1. Pits and permanent blinds are not al- tions: lowed. 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply.

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2. Cottontail rabbit season shall open on 8. You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, September 1 and close on the last day of the and all other equipment (see § 27.93 of this State quail season. chapter) daily by 1 p.m. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 9. Waterfowl hunters may enter the refuge D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] at 4 a.m. 10. Boats with the owner’s name and ad- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 dress permanently displayed or valid reg- FR 29073, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6688, Feb. 11, istration may be left on the refuge from 1994; 59 FR 55183, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62040, March 1 through October 31. We prohibit the Dec. 4, 1995; 62 FR 47376, Sept. 9, 1997; 65 FR use of boats from 12 p.m. (midnight) to 4 a.m. 30777, May 12, 2000; 66 FR 46353, Sept. 4, 2001; during duck season. 67 FR 58943, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54365, 11. Hunters may use and possess only bio- Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54159, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR degradable materials to mark trails. 33167, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45679, Sept. 3, 2009; 12. We prohibit building or hunting from 76 FR 3946, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56064, Sept. 9, permanent blinds. We prohibit driving or 2011; 77 FR 56036, Sept. 11, 2012] screwing any metal object into a tree or hunting from a tree in which a metal object § 32.23 Arkansas. has been driven or screwed to support a hun- The following refuge units have been ter (see § 32.2(i)). opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 13. We prohibit cutting of holes or manipu- are listed in alphabetical order with lation of vegetation (i.e., cutting bushes, applicable refuge-specific regulations. mowing, weed-eating, herbicide use, etc.) and hunting from manipulated areas (see § 27.51 BALD KNOB NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE of this chapter). 14. We allow use of dogs for migratory A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow game bird hunting. hunting of duck, goose, coot, snipe, 15. We allow waterfowl hunting from refuge woodcock, and dove on designated areas of roads and levees. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 16. Any hunter born after 1968 must carry a tions subject to the following conditions: valid hunter education card. An adult at 1. We require refuge hunting permits. The least age 21 must supervise hunters under permits (found on the front cover of the an- age 16 who have a valid hunter education nual hunt brochure/permit—signature re- card and remain within sight and normal quired) are nontransferable, and anyone on voice contact with the youth. Hunters under refuge land in possession of hunting equip- age 16 do not need to have a card if they are ment must sign, possess, and carry the per- under the direct supervision (within arm’s mits at all times. reach) of an adult (at least age 21) holder of 2. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, a valid hunting license. An adult may super- dove, and snipe daily until 12 p.m. (noon) vise up to two youths for migratory bird and throughout the State seasons, except for sea- upland game hunting but may supervise only son closures on the Farm Unit during the one youth for big game hunting. We will Quota Gun Deer Hunt and for the exception honor home State hunter education cards. provided in A3. 17. We prohibit target practice or non- 3. We allow hunting for goose from 1⁄2 hour hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour past legal this chapter). sunset after the closing of the duck season in 18. We allow vehicle use only on estab- January for the remainder of the State goose lished roads and trails (see § 27.31 of this season(s) and Snow, Blue, and Ross’ Goose chapter). We limit vehicle access on the Conservation Orders. Mingo Creek unit to ATV use only, only on 4. We allow hunting for woodcock daily marked ATV trails, September 1 through throughout the State seasons, except for sea- February 28, and only to provide access for son closures during the Quota Gun Deer hunting beyond Parking Areas. Hunters may Hunt. use conventional vehicles on the Farm Unit 5. We prohibit commercial hunting/guid- from March 1 through November 14 only. ing. Hunters may only use ATVs from September 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic 1 through February 28 and only to provide shot shells for hunting while in the field (see access for hunting beyond Parking Areas. We § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or less. The pos- prohibit driving around a locked gate, bar- session limit includes shells located in/on ve- rier, or beyond a sign closing a road to vehic- hicles and other personal equipment. The ular traffic (see § 27.31 of this chapter). field possession limit for shells does not 19. We prohibit entry into or hunting in apply to goose hunting after the closing of waterfowl sanctuaries from November 15 the duck season in January. through February 28. 7. We prohibit hunting closer than 100 20. Hunters must adhere to all public use yards (90 m) to another hunter or hunting special conditions and regulations on the an- party. nual hunt brochure/permit.

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21. We prohibit airboats, hovercraft, and 2. We divide the refuge into two hunting personal watercraft (Jet Ski, etc.). units: Farm Unit and Mingo Creek Unit. 22. We prohibit the possession or use of al- 3. The archery/crossbow hunting season for coholic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)) deer begins on the opening day of the State and open alcohol containers on refuge roads, season and continues throughout the State ATV trails, boat ramps, and parking areas. season in the Mingo Creek Unit and Farm 23. We prohibit loaded hunting firearms or Unit except for the season closure on the muzzleloaders in or on a vehicle, ATV, or Farm Unit during the Quota Gun Deer Hunt. boat while under power (see § 27.42(b) of this We provide annual season dates and bag lim- chapter). We define ‘‘loaded’’ as shells in the its on the hunt brochure/permit (signature firearm or ignition device on the muzzle- required). loader. 4. Muzzleloader hunting season for deer B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting will begin in October and continue for a pe- of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, riod of up to 9 days in all hunting units with beaver, muskrat, nutria, armadillo, coyote, annual season dates and bag limits provided and feral hog on designated areas of the ref- on the hunt brochure/permit. uge in accordance with State regulations 5. The modern gun hunting season for deer subject to the following special conditions: will begin in November and continue for a 1. Conditions A1, A5, A10 through A12, and period of up to 9 days on the Farm Unit with A16 through A23 apply. annual season dates and bag limits provided 2. Hunters may use shotguns only with ap- on the hunt brochure/permit. We close the proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) and rifles Mingo Creek Unit. chambered for rimfire cartridges. 6. The fall archery/crossbow hunting sea- 3. We allow squirrel hunting September 1 son for turkey will begin on the opening day through February 28 on the Mingo Creek of the State season and continue throughout Unit and on the Farm Unit, except for season the State season on the Mingo Creek Unit closure on the Farm Unit during the Quota only. Gun Deer Hunt. We prohibit dogs, except for 7. We prohibit spring and fall gun hunting the period of December 1 through February for turkey. 28. 4. We allow rabbit hunting in accordance 8. Immediately record the zone 002 on your with the State season on the Mingo Creek hunting license and later at an official check Unit and on the Farm Unit, except for season station for all deer and turkey harvested on closure on the Farm Unit during the Quota the refuge. Gun Deer Hunt. We prohibit dogs, except for 9. You may use only shotguns with rifled the period of December 1 through February slugs, muzzleloaders, and legal pistols for 28. modern gun deer hunting. 5. We allow quail hunting in accordance 10. We allow only portable deer stands ca- with the State season except for season clo- pable of being carried in their entirety by a sure on the Farm Unit during the Quota Gun single individual. Hunters may erect stands 7 Deer Hunt. We allow dogs. days prior to the refuge deer season and 6. We allow hunting of raccoon and opos- must remove them from the waterfowl sanc- sum with dogs on all refuge hunt units. We tuaries prior to November 15, except for require dogs for hunting of raccoon/opossum stands used by Quota Gun Deer Hunt permit at night. We list annual season dates in the holders (signature required), which hunters refuge hunting brochure/permit. We prohibit must remove by the last day of the Quota field trials and organized training events. Gun Deer Hunt. Hunters must remove all 7. We prohibit the use of horses and mules. stands on the remainder of the refuge within 8. Hunters may take beaver, muskrat, nu- 7 days of the closure of archery season (see tria, armadillo, feral hog, and coyote during § 27.93 of this chapter). Hunters must perma- any refuge hunt with the device allowed for nently affix the owner’s name and address to that hunt subject to State seasons. their deer stands on the refuge. 9. We prohibit hunting from refuge roads 11. We prohibit hunting from a vehicle or except by waterfowl hunters. use of a vehicle as a deer stand. 10. We prohibit hunting from a vehicle. 12. We prohibit the use of dogs. 11. We limit nighttime use to fishing, 13. We prohibit the possession or use of frogging, and/or raccoon/opossum hunting, buckshot for hunting on all refuge lands. and the angler or hunter must possess the 14. We prohibit hunting from mowed and/or appropriate tackle or gear. graveled road right-of-ways. 12. We prohibit transportation, possession, 15. Refuge lands are located in State-des- or release of live hog on the refuge. ignated Flood Prone Region B, and we will C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of close them to all deer hunting when the deer and turkey on designated areas of the White River Gauge at Augusta reaches 31 refuge in accordance with State regulations feet (9.3 m), as reported by the National subject to the following conditions: Weather Service at http://www.srh.noaa.gov/ 1. Conditions A1, A5, A10 through A12, A16 data/LZK/RVSLZK and reopen them when the through A23, and B8 through B12 apply. same gauge reading falls below 30 feet (9.1 m)

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and the White River Gauge at Georgetown 6. You may take opossum when hunting falls to, or below, 19 feet (5.7 m). raccoon. 16. We allow only Quota Gun Deer Hunt 7. We require dogs for night hunting of rac- permit holders on the Farm Unit during the coon and opossum. We prohibit field trials Quota Gun Deer Hunt and only for the pur- and organized training events. poses of deer hunting. We close the refuge to 8. When hunting, you may only use shot- all other entry and public use during the guns with approved nontoxic shot (see Quota Gun Deer Hunt. § 32.2(k)) and rifles chambered for rimfire 17. We close waterfowl sanctuaries to all cartridges. entry and hunting from November 15 to Feb- 9. We prohibit boats from November 1 ruary 28 except for Quota Gun Deer Hunt through February 28, except on that portion permit holders who may hunt the sanctuary of the refuge open for public fishing with when the season overlaps with these dates. electric motors and Ditch 28. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and 10. We prohibit hunting from mowed and/or frogging in accordance with State regula- gravel road right-of-ways. tions subject to the following conditions: 11. We prohibit ATVs (see § 27.31(f) of this 1. Conditions A10, A18 through A23, B11, chapter). and C16 apply. 12. We prohibit horses and mules. 2. We close waterfowl sanctuaries to all 13. We limit nighttime use to fishing, entry and fishing/frogging from November 15 frogging, and/or raccoon/opossum hunting, to February 28. We also close the Farm Unit and the angler or hunter must possess the to all entry and fishing during the Quota appropriate tackle or gear. Gun Deer Hunt. 3. We prohibit commercial fishing. 14. We prohibit driving around a locked 4. We prohibit the take or possession of gate, barrier, or beyond a sign closing a road turtles and/or mollusks (see § 27.21 of this to vehicular traffic (see § 27.31 of this chap- chapter). ter). 5. We prohibit mooring houseboats to the 15. We prohibit the possession or use of al- refuge bank on the Little Red River. coholic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)) or open alcohol containers on refuge roads, BIG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ATV trails, boat ramps, parking areas, and fishing piers/observation decks. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 16. You must adhere to all public use spe- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting cial conditions and regulations on the an- of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, nutria, coyote, nual hunt brochure/permit. beaver, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regula- 17. We prohibit loaded hunting firearms or tions subject to the following conditions: muzzleloaders in or on a vehicle, ATV, or 1. We require refuge hunt permits. The per- boat while under power (see § 27.42(b) of this mits (found on the front cover of the annual chapter). We define ‘‘loaded’’ as shells in the hunt brochure/permit—signature required) firearm or ignition device on the muzzle- are nontransferable and anyone on refuge loader. land in possession of hunting equipment 18. We prohibit transportation, possession, must sign and carry the permit at all times. or release of live hog on the refuge. 2. We provide annual season dates for C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum hunt- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the ing in the refuge hunting brochure/permit. refuge in accordance with State regulations 3. We allow take of nutria, beaver, and coy- subject to the following conditions: ote during any refuge hunt with the device 1. Conditions B1, B3 through B5, and B9 allowed for that hunt subject to State sea- through B18 apply. sons. 2. We allow archery/crossbow hunting for 4. Any hunter born after 1968 must carry a white-tailed deer. We provide annual season valid hunter education card. An adult age 21 dates in the hunt brochure/permit. or older must supervise and remain within 3. Hunters may use only bows or crossbows. sight and normal voice contact with hunters 4. We prohibit dogs. under age 16 who have a valid hunter edu- 5. Hunters may possess or use only bio- cation card. Hunters under age 16 do not degradable materials to mark trails. need to have a card if they are under the di- 6. Upon harvest of deer, hunters must im- rect supervision (within arm’s reach) of an mediately record the deer zone 030 on their adult (age 21 or older) holder of a valid hunt- license and later on official check station ing license. An adult may supervise up to records. two youths for upland game hunting but may 7. We allow only portable deer stands capa- supervise only one youth for big game hunt- ble of being carried in their entirety by a ing. We will honor home State hunter edu- single individual. Hunters may erect stands 7 cation cards. days prior to the refuge deer season and 5. We prohibit target practice or any non- must remove them within 7 days of the clo- hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of sure of archery season (see § 27.93 of this this chapter). chapter). Hunters must permanently affix

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the owner’s name and address to stands on 7. You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, the refuge. and all other equipment (see § 27.93 of this 8. We prohibit driving metal or other ob- chapter) daily by 1 p.m. jects into trees or hunting from trees in 8. Waterfowl hunters may enter the refuge which objects have been driven (see § 32.2(i)). at 4 a.m. 9. We prohibit cutting, pruning, or trim- 9. Boats with the owner’s name and address ming vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chapter). permanently displayed or valid registration 10. We prohibit target practice or any non- may be left on the refuge from March 1 hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of through October 31. We prohibit boats on the this chapter). refuge from 12 p.m. (midnight) to 4 a.m. dur- 11. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier ing duck season. than 4 a.m. 10. Hunters may possess or use only bio- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and degradable materials to mark trails. frogging on designated areas of the refuge in 11. We prohibit building or hunting from accordance with State regulations subject to permanent blinds. We prohibit driving or the following conditions: screwing any metal object into a tree or 1. Conditions B9 and B11 through B17 hunting from a tree in which a metal object apply. has been driven or screwed to support a hun- 2. Anglers may launch boats only in des- ter (see § 32.2(i)). ignated areas. 12. We prohibit cutting of holes or other 3. We prohibit airboats, personal manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cutting watercraft, Jet Skis, and hovercraft (see bushes, mowing, weed-eating, herbicide use, § 27.31 of this chapter). and other actions) or hunting from manipu- 4. We allow frogging from the beginning of lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). the State frogging season through October 13. We allow use of dogs for migratory 31. game bird hunting. 5. We allow the take of largemouth bass in 14. We allow waterfowl hunting on flooded accordance with State regulations. refuge roads. 6. We prohibit the take or possession of 15. Any hunter born after 1968 must carry turtles and/or mollusks (see § 27.21 of this a valid hunter education card. An adult at chapter). least age 21 must supervise and remain with- 7. We require a Special Use Permit (FWS in sight and normal voice contact with hunt- Form 3–1383) for all commercial fishing ac- ers younger than age 16 who have a valid tivities on the refuge. hunter education card. Hunters younger than age 16 do not need to have a card if they are CACHE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE under the direct supervision (within arm’s A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow reach) of a holder of a valid hunting license hunting of duck, goose, coot, snipe, of at least age 21. An adult may supervise up woodcock, and dove on designated areas of to two youths for migratory bird and upland the refuge in accordance with State regula- game hunting but may supervise only one tions subject to the following conditions: youth for big game hunting. We will honor 1. We require refuge hunting permits. home State hunter education cards. These permits (found on the front cover of 16. We prohibit target practice or any non- the annual hunt brochure/permit—signature hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of required) are nontransferable, and anyone on this chapter). the refuge in possession of hunting equip- 17. We prohibit ATVs except from Sep- ment must sign and carry the permit at all tember 1 through February 28, on designated times. roads, trails, or established parking areas, 2. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, and only to provide access for hunting. We dove, and snipe daily until 12 p.m. (noon) prohibit driving around a locked gate, bar- throughout the State seasons, except for ref- rier, or beyond a sign closing a road to vehic- uge-wide season closures during Quota Gun ular traffic (see § 27.31 of this chapter). Deer Hunt and the exception provided in A3. 18. We prohibit entry into or hunting in 3. We allow hunting for goose from 1⁄2 hour waterfowl sanctuaries from November 15 before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal through February 28. sunset after the close of duck season in Jan- 19. You must adhere to all public use spe- uary for the remainder of the State goose cial conditions and regulations on the an- season(s) and Snow, Blue, and Ross’ Goose nual hunt brochure/permit. Conservation Order. 20. We close all other hunts during the 4. We allow hunting for woodcock daily Quota Gun Deer Hunt. We allow only Quota throughout the State seasons except for sea- Gun Deer Hunt permit (signature only re- son closures during the Quota Gun Deer quired) holders to enter the refuge during Hunt. this hunt and only for the purpose of deer 5. We prohibit commercial hunting and/or hunting. guiding. 21. We prohibit airboats, hovercraft, and 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic personal watercraft (Jet Ski, etc.) (see § 27.31 shot while hunting in the field (see § 32.2(k)). of this chapter).

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22. We prohibit the possession or use of al- 2. We divide the refuge into the following coholic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)) three hunting units: Unit I—refuge lands be- or open alcohol containers on refuge roads, tween Highway 79 and Interstate 40; Unit II— ATV trails, boat ramps, and parking areas. all refuge lands east of Highway 33 between 23. We prohibit loaded hunting firearms or Interstate 40 and Highway 18 at Grubbs, Ar- muzzleloaders in or on a vehicle, ATV, or kansas; and Unit III—all refuge lands west of boat while under power (see § 27.42(b) of this Highway 33, from Interstate 40 to Highway chapter). We define ‘‘loaded’’ as shells in the 64. firearm or ignition device on the muzzle- 3. Archery/crossbow hunting season for loader. deer begins on the opening day of the State B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting season and continues throughout the State of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, season in all refuge hunting units except for beaver, muskrat, nutria, armadillo, coyote, refuge-wide season closure during the Quota and feral hog on designated areas of the ref- Gun Deer Hunt. We provide annual season uge in accordance with State regulations dates and bag limits on the hunt brochure/ subject to the following conditions: permit. 1. Conditions A1, A5, A9 through A11, and 4. Muzzleloader hunting season for deer A15 through A23 apply. will begin in October and will continue for a 2. We allow squirrel hunting September 1 period of up to 9 days in all hunting units through February 28 on all refuge hunt units with annual season dates and bag limits pro- except for refuge-wide season closure during vided on the hunt brochure/permit. the Quota Gun Deer Hunt. We prohibit dogs, 5. Modern gun deer hunting will begin in except during the period December 1 through November and continue for a period of up to February 28. 11 days in all hunting units with annual sea- 3. Rabbit season corresponds with the son dates and bag limits provided on the State season on all refuge hunt units except hunt brochure/permit. for refuge-wide season closure during the 6. The fall archery/crossbow hunting sea- Quota Gun Deer Hunt. We prohibit dogs ex- son for turkey will begin on the opening day cept during the period December 1 through of the State season and continue throughout February 28. the State season in Hunt Units I, III, and 4. Quail season corresponds with the State those Unit II lands that are located within season on all refuge hunt units except for the State fall archery/crossbow turkey zone. refuge-wide season closure during the Quota We close Unit II lands outside the fall arch- Gun Deer Hunt. We allow dogs. ery/crossbow turkey zone. We prohibit tur- 5. We allow hunting of raccoon and opos- key hunting during the refuge-wide season sum with dogs on all refuge hunt units. We closure during the Quota Gun Deer Hunt. We require dogs for hunting of raccoon/opossum do not open for fall gun hunting for turkeys. at night. We provide annual season dates in 7. The spring gun hunt for turkey will the refuge hunting brochure/permit. We pro- begin on the opening day of the State season hibit field trials and organized training and continue throughout the State season in events. Hunt Units I and III. We close Unit II lands 6. We prohibit horses and mules. with the exception of those refuge lands in- 7. You may take beaver, muskrat, nutria, cluded in the combined Black Swamp Wild- armadillo, feral hog, and coyote during any life Management Area/Cache River National refuge hunt with the device allowed for that Wildlife Refuge quota permit hunts adminis- hunt. tered by the State. 8. We prohibit hunting from mowed and/or 8. Immediately record the zone 095 on your graveled refuge roads except by waterfowl hunting license and later at an official check hunters during flooded conditions. station for all deer and turkey harvested on 9. We prohibit hunting from a vehicle. the refuge. 10. You may use only shotguns with ap- 9. Hunters may only use shotguns with ri- proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) and rifles fled slugs, muzzleloaders, or legal pistols for chambered for rimfire cartridges when hunt- modern gun deer hunting on the Dixie Farm ing. Unit Waterfowl Sanctuary, adjacent water- 11. We limit nighttime use to fishing, fowl hunt area, and the Plunkett Farm Unit frogging, and/or raccoon/opossum hunting, Waterfowl Sanctuary. and the angler or hunter must possess appro- 10. We allow only portable deer stands ca- priate tackle or gear. pable of being carried in their entirety by a 12. We prohibit transportation, possession, single individual. or release of live hog on the refuge. 11. We prohibit use of a vehicle as a deer C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of stand. deer and turkey on designated areas of the 12. You must permanently affix the own- refuge in accordance with State regulations er’s name and address to all deer stands on subject to the following conditions: the refuge. 1. Conditions A1, A5, A9 through A11, A15 13. Hunters may erect stands 7 days prior through A23, B6 through B9, B11, and B12 to the refuge deer season and must remove apply. them from the waterfowl sanctuaries prior

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to November 15, and from the rest of the ref- 3. We allow only portable blinds. You must uge within 7 days of the closure of archery remove all duck hunting equipment (port- season (see § 27.93 of this chapter). able blinds, boats, guns, and decoys) (see 14. We prohibit the use of dogs. § 27.93 of this chapter) from the hunt area by 15. We prohibit the possession or use of 1:30 p.m. each day. buckshot for hunting on all refuge lands. 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic 16. We prohibit hunting from mowed and/or shells when hunting (see § 32.2(k)) in quan- graveled road right-of-ways. tities of 25 or less each day during waterfowl 17. We will close refuge lands located in season; hunters may not discharge more State-designated Flood Prone Region B to than 25 shells per day. all deer hunting when the White River gauge 5. We close areas of the refuge posted with at Augusta reaches 31 feet (9.3 m), as re- ‘‘Area Closed’’ signs and identify them on ported by the National Weather Service at the refuge hunt brochure map as a waterfowl http://www.srh.noaa.gov/data/LZK/RVSLZK sanctuary. Waterfowl sanctuaries are closed and reopen them when the same gauge read- to all public entry and public use during wa- ing falls below 30 feet (9.1 m) and the White terfowl hunting season. River gauge at Georgetown falls to, or below, 6. No person will utilize the services of a 19 feet (5.7 m). guide, guide service, outfitter, club, organi- 18. We will close refuge lands located in zation, or other person who provides equip- State-designated Flood Prone Region C to ment, services, or assistance on Refuge Sys- all deer hunting when the Cache River gauge tem lands for compensation. Failure to com- at Patterson exceeds 10 feet (3 m), as re- ply with this provision subjects each hunter ported by the National Weather Service at in the party to a fine if convicted of this vio- http://www.srh.noaa.gov/data/LZK/RVSLZK lation. and reopen them when the same gauge read- 7. Hunters must possess and carry a signed ing falls below 8.5 feet (2.6 m). refuge hunt brochure permit while hunting. 19. We will close refuge lands located in These hunt brochure permits are available at Flood Prone Region D to all deer and turkey the refuge office, brochure dispensers at mul- hunting when the White River gauge at tiple locations throughout the refuge, and Clarendon reaches 28 feet (8.4 m), as reported area businesses. by the National Weather Service at http:// 8. We prohibit possession and/or use of her- www.srh.noaa.gov/data/LZK/RVSLZK and re- bicides. open them when the same gauge reading falls 9. We prohibit marking trails with tape, to, or below, 27 feet (8.1 m). ribbon, paint, or any other substance other D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and than biodegradable paper flagging, reflective frogging on designated areas of the refuge in twist ties, or reflective tacks (see § 27.93 of accordance with State regulations subject to this chapter). the following conditions: 10. We prohibit possession or use of alco- 1. Conditions A9, A17, A19, A21 through holic beverage(s) while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). A23, and B11 apply. We prohibit consumption or possession of 2. We close waterfowl sanctuaries to all en- opened container(s) of alcoholic beverage(s) trance and fishing/frogging from November in parking lots, on roadways, and in plain 15 to February 28. We prohibit refuge-wide view in campgrounds. entry and fishing during the Quota Gun Deer 11. All persons born after 1968 must possess Hunt. a valid hunter education card in order to 3. We require a Special Use Permit (FWS hunt. Form 3–1383) for all commercial fishing ac- 12. All youth hunters age 15 and younger tivities on the refuge. must remain within sight and normal voice 4. We prohibit the take or possession of contact of an adult age 21 or older, pos- turtles and/or mollusks (see § 27.21 of this sessing a valid hunting license. One adult chapter). may supervise no more than two youth hunt- 5. We prohibit the mooring of houseboats ers. to refuge property. 13. We allow only all-terrain vehicles/utility-type vehicles (ATVs/UTVs) for hunting FELSENTHAL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and fishing activities. We restrict ATVs/ A. Hunting of Migratory Game Birds. We UTVs to designated times and designated allow hunting of duck, goose, and coot on trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) marked designated areas of the refuge in accordance with signs and paint. We identify these trails with State regulations subject to the fol- and the dates they are open for use in the lowing conditions: refuge hunt brochure. We limit ATVs/UTVs 1. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and to those having an engine displacement size coot during the State waterfowl season ex- not exceeding 700cc. We limit ATV/UTV tires cept during scheduled quota refuge Gun Deer to those having a centerline lug depth not Hunts. exceeding 1 inch (2.5 cm). You may use 2. Hunting of duck, goose, and coot ends at horses on roads and ATV/UTV trails (when 12 p.m. (noon) each day. open to motor vehicle and ATV/UTV traffic

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respectively) as a mode of transportation for species. At other times, you must keep dogs on-refuge, hunting and fishing activities. and other pets on a leash or confined (see 14. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 § 26.21(b) of this chapter). m) of roads and trails open to motor vehicle C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of use (including ATV/UTV trails). white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 15. We prohibit target practice with any areas of the refuge in accordance with State firearm, archery tackle, or crossbow or any regulations subject to the following condi- nonhunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 tions: of this chapter). 1. Conditions A6 through A11, A13 through 16. We allow camping only at designated A18, and A20 apply. primitive campground sites identified in the 2. We allow archery deer hunting on the refuge hunt brochure, and we restrict camp- refuge from the opening of the State season ing to individuals involved in wildlife-de- for this deer management zone through Jan- pendent refuge activities. Campers may stay uary 31. no more than 14 days during any 30 consecu- 3. We close archery deer hunting during tive-day period in any campground and must the quota gun deer hunts. occupy camps daily. We prohibit all disturb- 4. The refuge will conduct no more than ances, including use of generators, after 10 two muzzleloader deer hunts and no more p.m. You must unload all hunting weapons than four quota modern gun deer hunts. (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) within 100 5. We allow muzzleloader deer hunting dur- yards (90 m) of a campground. ing the October State Muzzleloader season 17. You may take beaver, nutria, feral hog, for this deer management zone. The refuge and coyote during any daytime refuge hunt will conduct one 4-day quota modern gun with weapons and ammunition allowed for hunt for deer, typically in November. The that hunt. There is no bag limit. You may refuge also may conduct one mobility-im- not transport or possess live hog. paired hunt for deer typically in early No- 18. We prohibit blocking of gates, road- vember. ways, and boat ramps (see § 27.31(h) of this 6. The quota muzzleloader and modern gun chapter). deer hunt bag limit is two deer, one doe and 19. We allow the use of retriever dogs. one buck, or two does on each hunt, one ant- 20. We prohibit the use or possession of any lered and one antlerless as defined by State electronic call or other electronic device law. See refuge brochure for specific bag used for producing or projecting vocal sounds limit information. of any wildlife species. 7. Hunters must check all harvested deer B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting during quota hunts at refuge deer check sta- of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and furbearers (as tions on the same day of the kill. We identify defined by State law) on designated areas of the check station locations in the refuge the refuge in accordance with State regula- hunt brochure. Carcasses of deer taken must tions subject to the following conditions: remain intact (except you may field dress) 1. Conditions A4 through A18 and A20 until checked. apply. 8. You may only use portable deer stands 2. We allow hunting for the species listed erected no earlier than 2 days before the above on the refuge during State seasons for opening of the State deer season and you this zone through January 31. We list spe- must remove them no later than February 2 cific hunting season dates annually in the each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter). refuge hunt brochure. We close upland game 9. We prohibit the use of deer decoy(s). hunting during refuge quota deer hunts. We 10. We prohibit horses and mules during annually publish dates for these quota deer refuge quota deer hunts. hunts in the refuge hunt brochure. 11. We open spring archery turkey hunting 3. We do not open for spring squirrel hunt- during the State spring turkey season for ing season, summer/early fall raccoon hunt- this zone. We do not open for fall archery ing season, or spring bobcat hunting season. turkey season. 4. We prohibit possession of lead ammuni- 12. We close spring archery turkey hunting tion except that you may possess rimfire during scheduled turkey quota gun hunts. rifle lead ammunition no larger than .22 cal- 13. The refuge will conduct no more than iber for upland game hunting. We prohibit three quota permit spring turkey gun hunts possession of shot larger than that legal for and no more than two 3-day quota spring waterfowl hunting. During the deer and tur- turkey hunts (typically in April). Specific key hunts, hunters may possess lead ammu- hunt dates and application procedures will nition legal for taking deer and turkey. We be available at the refuge office in January. prohibit buckshot for gun deer hunting. We restrict hunt participants to those se- 5. You may use dogs for squirrel and rabbit lected for a quota permit, except that one hunting from the opening of furbearer (as de- nonhunting adult age 21 or older possessing a fined by State law) hunting season through valid hunting license must accompany the January 31. You may also use dogs for quail youth hunter age 15 and younger. hunting and for raccoon/opossum hunting 14. An adult age 21 or older possessing a during open season on the refuge for these valid hunting license must accompany and

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be within sight and normal voice contact of 4. We prohibit target practice or any nonhunters age 15 and younger. One adult may hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42(a) supervise no more than one youth hunter. of this chapter). 15. We prohibit leaving any tree stand, 5. We prohibit possession or use of alco- ground blind, boat, or game camera on the holic beverage(s) while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). refuge without the owner’s name and address 6. We allow ATVs only for hunters with clearly written in a conspicuous location. disabilities. We require a refuge ATV permit 16. We restrict hunt participants for quota (Special Use Permit; FWS Form 3–1383) hunts to those drawn for a quota permit issued by the refuge manager. (OMB 1018–0140). These permits are non- 7. We prohibit the use of horses. transferable and permit fees are nonrefund- 8. We prohibit hunting from a vehicle. able. If conditions prevent the hunts from 9. We only allow vehicle use on established taking place, there will be no refunds or per- roads and trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter). mits carried over from year to year. Hunt 10. Hunters must enter and exit the refuge dates and application procedures will be from designated roads and parking areas. 11. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 available at the refuge office in July for deer m) of roads open to motor vehicle use and and January for turkey. nature trails. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, frogging, 12. We prohibit marking trails with tape, and crawfishing for personal use on des- ribbon, paint, or any other substance other ignated areas of the refuge in accordance than biodegradable materials. with State regulations subject to the fol- 13. We allow the use of nonmotorized boats lowing conditions: during the refuge fishing/boating season 1. Conditions A6, A8, A9, A13, A16, and A18 (March 1 to October 31), but we prohibit apply. hunters leaving boats on the refuge over- 2. We prohibit fishing in the waterfowl night (see § 27.93 of this chapter). sanctuary area during the waterfowl hunting C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of season, with the exception of the main chan- deer and turkey on designated areas of the nel of the Ouachita and Saline Rivers and refuge in accordance with State regulations the borrow pits along Highway 82. We post subject to the following conditions: the waterfowl sanctuary area with ‘‘Area 1. Conditions B1 and B4 through B13 apply. Closed’’ signs and identify those areas in ref- 2. We allow archery/crossbow hunting for uge hunt brochures. white-tailed deer. We provide annual season 3. We allow fishing only in areas accessible dates in the hunt brochure/permit (name, ad- from the Oauchita and Saline Rivers and dress, signature required). Eagle, Jones, and Pereogeethe Lakes during 3. The refuge will conduct one youth-only the refuge quota gun hunts. (between ages 12–15 at the beginning of the 4. You must reset trotlines when receding gun deer season in Zone 7) quota deer hunt. water levels expose them. This hunt will take place after the archery 5. We prohibit consumption or possession season (typically in December). Specific of opened container(s) of alcoholic bev- hunt dates and application procedures will erage(s) in parking lots, on roadways, and in be available at the refuge office in Sep- plain view in campgrounds (see § 32.5(c)). tember. We restrict hunt participants to those selected for a quota permit, except HOLLA BEND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE that one nonhunting adult age 21 or older must accompany the youth hunter during A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] the youth hunt. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 4. We open spring and fall archery turkey of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, beaver, hunting during the State spring and fall tur- armadillo, coyote, and bobcat on designated key season for this zone. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 5. We close spring archery turkey hunting regulations subject to the following condi- during scheduled turkey quota gun hunts. tions: 6. The refuge will conduct one 2-day youth- 1. We require refuge hunting permits. The only (age 15 and under at the beginning of permits are nontransferable, and anyone on the spring turkey season) quota spring tur- refuge land in possession of hunting equip- key hunt and one 2-day quota spring turkey ment must sign, possess, and carry the per- hunt (typically in April). Specific hunt dates mits at all times. and application procedures will be available 2. You may only take all upland game at the refuge office in January. We restrict mentioned above during the refuge archery hunt participants to those selected for a season. quota permit, except that one nonhunting 3. We allow gun hunting of raccoon and adult age 21 or older must accompany the opossum with dogs every Thursday, Friday, youth hunter during the youth hunt. and Saturday until legal sunrise during the 7. An adult age 21 or older must accompany month of February. We prohibit pleasure and be within sight or normal voice contact running or training of dogs (see § 26.21(b) of of hunters age 15 and under. One adult may this chapter). supervise no more than one youth hunter.

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8. We allow only portable deer stands. 1. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and Hunters may erect stands 2 days before the coot during the State waterfowl season. We start of the season and must remove the do not open during the September teal sea- stands from the refuge within 2 days after son. the season ends (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this 2. Hunting of duck, goose, and coot ends at chapter). 12 p.m. (noon) each day. 9. Hunters must permanently affix the 3. We allow only portable blinds. Hunters owner’s name and address to all deer stands must remove portable blinds, boats, and de- on the refuge. coys from the hunt area by 1:30 p.m. each 10. We prohibit the use of dogs during big day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Exception: game hunting. Hunters may store boats in designated areas 11. We prohibit hunting from paved, grav- identified on refuge brochure. eled, and mowed roads and mowed trails (see 4. You may only possess approved nontoxic § 27.31 of this chapter). shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or 12. We prohibit hunting with the aid of less per day during waterfowl hunting sea- bait, salt, or ingestible attractant (see son; hunters may not discharge more than 25 § 32.2(h)). shells per day. 13. We prohibit all forms of organized 5. We close areas of the refuge by posting drives. ‘‘Area Closed’’ signs and identifying them on 14. You must check all game at the refuge the refuge hunt brochure map as ‘‘Sanc- check station. tuary’’ and closed to all public entry and D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing and public use. Exception: We open the area iden- frogging in accordance with State regula- tified as ‘‘North Sanctuary’’ on the refuge tions subject to the following conditions: hunt brochure map to all authorized public 1. Conditions B6, B7, and B9 apply. use activities from 2 days prior to the open- 2. Waters of the refuge are only open for ing of deer archery season through October fishing March 1 through October 31 during 31. daylight hours. 6. No person will utilize the services of a 3. We do not require a permit to fish but do guide, guide service, outfitter, club, organi- require an entrance pass to the refuge. zation, or other person who provides equip- 4. We limit free-floating fishing devices, ment, services, or assistance on Refuge Sys- trotlines, and tree limb devices to 20 per per- tem lands for compensation. Failure to com- son. Each device must have the angler’s ply with this provision subjects each hunter name and address. in the party to a fine if convicted of this vio- 5. You must reset trotlines and limb lines lation. when receding water levels expose them. 7. You must possess and carry a signed ref- 6. We prohibit leaving trotlines and other uge hunt brochure permit while hunting. self-fishing devices overnight or unattended. These hunt brochure permits are available at 7. We will allow only bank fishing in Long the refuge office, brochure dispensers at mul- Lake year-round from legal sunrise to legal tiple locations throughout the refuge, and sunset. Access to this bank fishing area is area businesses. through the parking area off of Hwy 155. 8. We prohibit possession and/or use of her- 8. We allow only bow fishing from legal bicides (see § 27.51 of this chapter). sunrise to legal sunset during August. 9. We prohibit marking trails with tape, 9. We allow frogging from May 1 to May 31. ribbon, paint, or any other substance other We allow only frogging on those areas of the than biodegradable paper flagging, reflective old river channel that connect with the Ar- twist ties, or reflective tacks (see § 27.93 of kansas River. this chapter). 10. Anglers must enter and exit the refuge 10. We prohibit possession or use of alco- from designated roads and parking areas. holic beverage(s) while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). 11. We prohibit anglers from leaving their We prohibit consumption or possession of boats unattended overnight on any portion opened container(s) of alcoholic beverage(s) of the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chapter). in parking lots and roadways. 12. We require a Special Use Permit for all 11. Hunters under age 16 do not need to commercial fishing activities on the refuge. have a hunter education card if they are 13. We prohibit possessing turtle (see § 27.21 under the direct supervision (within arm’s of this chapter). reach) of a holder of a valid hunting license 14. We prohibit hovercraft, personal who is at least age 21. watercraft (Jet Skis, etc.), and airboats. 12. All youth hunters age 15 and younger must remain within sight and normal voice OVERFLOW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE contact of an adult age 21 or older, pos- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow sessing a valid hunting license. One adult hunting of duck, goose, and coot on des- may supervise no more than two youth hunt- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance ers. with State regulations subject to the fol- 13. We allow only all-terrain vehicles/util- lowing conditions: ity-type vehicles (ATVs/UTVs) for hunting

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activities. We restrict ATVs/UTVs to des- possession of shot larger than that legal for ignated times and designated trails (see waterfowl hunting. During the deer and tur- § 27.31 of this chapter) marked with signs and key hunts, we allow possession of lead am- paint. We identify those trails and the dates munition legal for taking deer and turkey. they are open for use in the refuge hunt bro- We prohibit buckshot for gun deer hunting. chure. We limit ATVs/UTVs to those having 5. You may use dogs for squirrel and rabbit an engine displacement size not exceeding hunting from December 1 through January 700cc. We limit ATV/UTV tires to those hav- 31. You may also use dogs for quail hunting ing a centerline lug depth not exceeding 1 and for raccoon/opossum hunting during inch (2.5 cm). You may use horses on roads open season on the refuge for these species. and ATV/UTV trails (when open to motor ve- At other times, you must keep dogs and hicle and ATV/UTV traffic respectively) as a other pets on a leash or confined (see mode of transportation for on-refuge, hunt- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). ing activities. You may use ATVs/UTVs on C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of unmarked roads and levees in the North white-tailed deer and turkey on designated Sanctuary beginning 2 days prior to the areas of the refuge in accordance with State opening of deer archery season through Octo- regulations subject to the following condi- ber 31. tions: 14. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 1. Conditions A5 through A11, A13 through m) of roads and trails open to motor vehicle A17, and A19 apply. use (including ATV/UTV trails). 2. We allow muzzleloader deer hunting dur- 15. We prohibit target practice with any ing the first State muzzleloader season for firearm, archery tackle, or crossbow or any this zone (see State regulations for appro- nonhunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 priate zone). of this chapter). 3. Bag limit for the muzzleloader deer hunt 16. We prohibit blocking of gates, road- is two deer, with no more than one buck. ways, and boat ramps (see § 27.31(h) of this 4. You may use only portable deer stands chapter). erected no earlier than 2 days before the 17. You may take beaver, nutria, feral hog, opening of the State deer season, and you and coyote during any daytime refuge hunt must remove them no later than February 2 with weapons and ammunition legal for that each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter). hunt. There is no bag limit. We prohibit 5. We prohibit the use of deer decoy(s). transportation or possession of live hog. 6. We prohibit horses and mules during the 18. We allow retriever dogs. muzzleloader deer hunt. 19. We prohibit hunting with the aid of 7. We allow spring archery turkey hunting bait, salt, or any ingestible attractant (see during the State spring turkey season. See §32.2(h)). 20. We prohibit hunting from a tree in State regulations for appropriate zones. which a metal object has been driven to sup- 8. We do not open for the fall turkey arch- port a hunter (see §32.2(i)). ery season or spring turkey gun season. 21. If you harvest a deer or turkey on the 9. We do not open for the gun deer season refuge, you must immediately record the or the second (and December) muzzleloader zone 490 on your deer/turkey tag as the zone deer season. of kill. 10. An adult age 21 or older possessing a 22. We prohibit the taking of wildlife or valid hunting license must accompany and plants (including cutting trees or brush) be within sight or normal voice contact of other than specified in this brochure (see hunters age 15 and younger. One adult may §27.51 of this chapter). supervise no more than one youth hunter. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 11. We prohibit leaving any tree stand, of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and furbearers (as ground blind, boat, or game camera on the defined by State law) on designated areas of refuge without the owner’s name and address the refuge in accordance with State regula- clearly written in a conspicuous location. tions subject to the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. Conditions A4 through A17, and A19 POND CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE apply. 2. We allow hunting during State seasons A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow (see State regulations for the appropriate hunting of duck, coot, and goose on des- zone) for the species listed above through ignated areas of the refuge in accordance January 31. We list specific hunting season with State regulations subject to the fol- dates annually in the refuge hunt brochure. lowing conditions: 3. We do not open for the spring squirrel 1. We allow hunting of migratory game hunting season, summer/fall raccoon hunting birds during the State waterfowl seasons, ex- season, or the spring bobcat hunting season. cept we close during scheduled quota refuge 4. When upland game hunting, we prohibit gun deer hunts. possession of lead ammunition except that 2. Hunting ends at 12 p.m. (noon) each day. you may possess rimfire rifle lead ammuni- 3. We allow only portable blinds. You must tion no larger than .22 caliber. We prohibit remove portable blinds, boats, and decoys

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from the hunt area by 1:30 p.m. each day (see nonhunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 § 27.93 of this chapter). of this chapter). 4. No person will utilize the services of a 14. We allow camping only at designated guide, guide service, outfitter, club, organi- primitive campground sites identified in the zation, or other person who provides equip- refuge hunt brochure. We restrict camping to ment, services, or assistance on Refuge Sys- the individuals involved in refuge wildlife- tem lands for compensation. Failure to com- dependent activities. Campers may stay no ply with this provision subjects each hunter more than 14 days during any consecutive 30- in the party to a fine if convicted of this vio- day period in a campground and must occupy lation. the camps daily. We prohibit all disturb- 5. You must possess and carry a signed ref- ances, including use of generators, after 10 uge hunt brochure permit while hunting. p.m. You must unload all hunting firearms These hunt brochure permits are available at and crossbows (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) the refuge office, brochure dispensers at mul- within 100 yards (90 m) of a campground. tiple locations throughout the refuge, and 15. You may take beaver, nutria, feral hog, area businesses. and coyote during any daytime refuge hunt 6. We prohibit possession and/or use of her- with weapons and ammunition allowed for bicides (see § 27.51 of this chapter). that hunt. We prohibit the use of dogs to 7. We prohibit marking trails with tape, take these species. There is no bag limit. ribbon, paint, or any other substance other You may not transport or possess live hog. than biodegradable paper flagging, reflective 16. We prohibit blocking of gates, road- twist ties, or reflective tacks (see § 27.93 of ways, and boat ramps (see § 27.31(h) of this this chapter). chapter). 8. We prohibit possession or use of alco- 17. We allow the use of retriever dogs. holic beverage(s) while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). 18. We prohibit the use or possession of any We prohibit consumption or possession of electronic call or other electronic device opened container(s) of alcoholic beverage(s) used for producing or projecting vocal sounds in parking lots, on roadways, and in plain of any wildlife species. view in campgrounds. 19. We prohibit possession, placement, or 9. All persons born after 1968 must possess hunting over bait, salt, or any other ingest- a valid hunter education card in order to ible attractant (see §32.2(h)). hunt. 20. We prohibit the use of an artificial light 10. Hunters under age 16 do not need to to locate wildlife (exception: raccoon/opos- have a hunter education card if they are sum hunting with dogs). under the direct supervision (within arm’s 21. We prohibit taking of wildlife or plants reach) of a holder of a valid hunting license (including cutting trees or brush) other than who is at least age 21. An adult age 21 or what we allow in the refuge brochure (see older must supervise youth hunters under §27.51 of this chapter). age 16 who have a valid Hunter Education Card, and youth hunters must remain in 22. We prohibit placement of metal objects sight and normal voice contact with the (screw, nail, spike, etc.) into a tree to sup- adult. One adult may supervise no more than port a hunter or hunting from a tree with two youth hunters for any hunting season. such metal objects placed (see §32.2(i)). 11. We allow only all-terrain vehicles/util- 23. We prohibit possessing, using, or leav- ity-type vehicles (ATVs/UTVs) for hunting ing any tree stand, game camera, or boat on and fishing activities. We restrict ATVs/ the refuge without the owner’s name and ad- UTVs to designated times and designated dress affixed in a conspicuous manner. trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) marked B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting with signs and paint. We identify those trails of squirrel, rabbit, and furbearers (as defined and the dates they are open for use in the by State law) on designated areas of the ref- refuge hunt brochure. We limit ATVs/UTVs uge in accordance with State regulations to those having an engine displacement size subject to the following conditions: not exceeding 700cc and a total width not to 1. We allow hunting on the refuge during exceed 63 inches (160.02 cm). We limit ATV/ State seasons for this zone for the species UTV tires to those having a centerline lug listed above through January 31. We list spe- depth not exceeding 1 inch (2.5 cm). You may cific hunting season dates annually in the use horses on roads and ATV/UTV trails refuge hunt brochure. We close upland game (when open to motor vehicle and ATV/UTV hunting during refuge quota deer hunts. We traffic respectively) as a mode of transpor- annually publish dates for these quota deer tation for on-refuge, hunting and fishing ac- hunts in the refuge hunt brochure. tivities. 2. We do not open to spring squirrel hunt- 12. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 ing season, summer/early fall raccoon hunt- m) of roads and trails open to motor vehicle ing season, or the spring bobcat hunting sea- use (including ATV/UTV trails). son. 13. We prohibit target practice with any 3. Conditions A4 through A16, and A18 firearm, archery tackle, or crossbow or any apply.

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4. We prohibit possession of lead ammuni- must remove them no later than February 2 tion when hunting except that you may pos- each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter). sess rimfire rifle lead ammunition no larger 13. We prohibit the use of deer decoy(s). than .22 caliber for upland game hunting. We 14. The refuge will conduct no more than prohibit possession of shot larger than that two quota permit spring turkey gun hunts. legal for waterfowl hunting. During the deer Specific hunt dates and application proce- and turkey hunts, we allow possession of dures will be available at the refuge office in lead ammunition legal for taking deer and January. We restrict hunt participants on turkey. We prohibit buckshot for gun deer these hunts to those selected for a quota per- hunting. mit, except that one nonhunting adult age 21 5. You may use dogs for squirrel, rabbit, or older and possessing a valid hunting li- raccoon, and opossum hunting from the cense must accompany a youth hunter. opening of furbearer (as defined by State 15. An adult age 21 or older possessing a law) hunting season through January 31. At valid hunting license must accompany and other times you must keep dogs and other be within sight and normal voice contact of pets on a leash or confined (see § 26.21(b) of hunters age 15 and younger. One adult may this chapter). supervise no more than one youth hunter C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of during big game hunts. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 16. We prohibit leaving any tree stand, areas of the refuge in accordance with State ground blind, boat, or game camera on the regulations subject to the following condi- refuge without the owner’s name and address tions: clearly written in a conspicuous location. 1. We allow archery deer hunting on the 17. We prohibit deer drives. 18. We prohibit all public use, except fish- refuge from the opening of the State season ing and access for fishing, during quota through January 31 (see State regulations hunts. for appropriate zone). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, frogging, 2. Conditions A4 through A9, A11 through and the taking of crawfish for personal use A16, and A18 apply. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 3. We close archery deer hunting during ance with State regulations subject to the the quota Gun Deer Hunts. following conditions: 4. We allow muzzleloader deer hunting dur- 1. You must reset trotlines when exposed ing the early State muzzleloader season for by receding water levels. this deer management zone. The bag limit 2. Conditions A4 through A16 and A18 for the refuge muzzleloader hunt is two deer, through A24 apply. with no more than one buck. 3. We prohibit consumption or possession 5. The refuge will conduct no more than of opened container(s) of alcoholic bev- three quota gun deer hunts. erage(s) in parking lots, on roadways, and in 6. We restrict hunt participants for quota plain view in campgrounds (see § 32.2(j)). hunts to those drawn for a quota permit. These permits are nontransferable and per- WAPANOCCA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE mit fees are nonrefundable. If conditions pre- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow vent the hunts from taking place, there will hunting of snow geese on designated areas of be no refunds or permits carried over from the refuge in accordance with State regula- year to year. Hunt dates and application pro- tions subject to the following conditions: cedures will be available at the refuge office 1. We require refuge hunting permits. The in July. permits (found on the front cover of the an- 7. The quota Gun Deer Hunt bag limit is nual hunt brochure/permit—signature re- two deer, with no more than one buck (one quired) are nontransferable and anyone on buck and one doe). refuge land in possession of hunting equip- 8. You must check all deer at the refuge ment must sign and carry them at all times. deer check station on the same day of kill. 2. We provide annual season dates on the You must keep carcasses of deer taken in- hunt brochure/permit. tact (you may field dress) until checked. 3. You must adhere to all public use special 9. We prohibit horses and mules during ref- conditions and regulations on the annual uge muzzleloader and quota deer hunts. hunt brochure/permit. 10. We open spring archery turkey hunting 4. Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. during the State spring turkey season for 5. We prohibit ATVs. this zone. The State bag limit for this tur- 6. Any hunter born after 1968 must carry a key hunt applies. We do not open for fall valid hunter education card. An adult age 21 archery turkey season. or older must supervise hunters younger 11. We close spring archery turkey hunting than age 16 who have a valid hunter edu- during scheduled turkey quota permit gun cation card and remain within sight and nor- hunts. mal voice contact with the adult. Hunters 12. You may use only portable deer stands younger than age 16 do not need to have a erected no sooner than 2 days before the card if they are under the direct supervision opening of the State deer season, and you (within arm’s reach) of a holder of a valid

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hunting license of at least age 21. An adult 2. We prohibit hunting from mowed and/or may supervise up to two youths for migra- graveled road right-of-ways. tory bird and upland game hunting but may 3. We specify annual season dates, bag lim- supervise only one youth for big game hunt- its, and hunting methods on the annual ing. We honor home State hunter education hunting brochure/permit. cards. 4. Immediately record the deer zone 640 on 7. Hunters may possess or use only bio- the hunter’s license and later on official degradable materials to mark trails (see check station records upon harvest of a deer. § 27.93 of this chapter). 5. We prohibit dogs. 8. We prohibit target practice or any non- 6. We allow only portable deer stands capa- hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of ble of being carried in their entirety by a this chapter). single individual. Hunters may erect stands 7 9. We prohibit driving around a locked days prior to the refuge deer season and gate, barrier, or beyond a sign closing a road must remove them from the waterfowl sanc- to vehicular traffic (see § 27.31 of this chap- tuaries by December 1. Hunters must remove ter). all stands on the remainder of the refuge 10. We prohibit the possession or use of al- within 7 days of the closure of archery sea- coholic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)) son (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Hunters must and open alcohol containers on refuge roads, permanently affix their name and address on ATV trails, boat ramps, parking areas, and stands on the refuge. fishing piers/observation decks. 7. We prohibit hunting from a vehicle or 11. We prohibit loaded hunting firearms or use of a vehicle as a deer stand. muzzleloaders in or on a vehicle, ATV, or 8. We prohibit the possession or use of boat while under power (see § 27.42(b) of this buckshot for hunting on all refuge lands. chapter). We define ‘‘loaded’’ as shells in the D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- firearm or ignition device on the muzzle- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance loader. with State regulations subject to the fol- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting lowing conditions: of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, nutria, beaver, 1. Conditions A3, A5, A9 through A11, B6, coyote, feral hog, and opossum in accordance and B7 apply. We allow fishing from March 1 with State regulations subject to the fol- through October 31 from 1⁄2 hour before legal lowing conditions: sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunrise. 1. Conditions A1 through A11 apply. 2. We prohibit fishing in Big Creek and 2. You may use only shotguns with ap- other ditches that flow through the refuge. proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) and rifles 3. We prohibit the possession or use of live chambered for rimfire cartridges when hunt- carp, shad, buffalo, or goldfish for bait. ing. 4. We prohibit the possession or use of yo- 3. We provide annual season dates for yos, jugs, or other floating containers, drops squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum hunt- or limb lines, trotlines, or commercial fishing on the hunt brochure/permit. We allow ing tackle. dogs. 5. We allow bank fishing. 4. You may take nutria, beaver, feral hog, 6. We prohibit the take or possession of and coyote during any refuge hunt with the frogs, mollusks, and/or turtles (see § 27.21 of device allowed for that hunt, subject to this chapter). State seasons, on these species. 7. Anglers may launch boats only in des- 5. We require dogs for night hunting of rac- ignated areas. coon/opossum. We prohibit field trials and 8. Anglers must remove all boats daily organized training events. from the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 6. We prohibit horses and mules. We prohibit airboats, personal watercraft, 7. We limit nighttime use to raccoon/opos- and hovercraft. sum hunting and the hunters must possess WHITE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE appropriate gear. 8. We close all other hunts during the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Quota Gun Deer Hunt. We allow only Quota hunting of duck and coot on designated areas Gun Deer Hunt permit (signature only re- of the refuge in accordance with State regu- quired) holders to enter the refuge during lations subject to the following conditions: this hunt and only for the purpose of deer 1. We require all refuge users to sign and hunting. possess a refuge user brochure/permit (signa- 9. We prohibit transportation, possession, ture required). or release of live hog on the refuge. 2. We allow duck hunting from legal shoot- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ing hours until 12 p.m. (noon). big game on designated areas of the refuge in 3. We allow retriever dogs for migratory accordance with State regulations subject to game bird hunting. the following conditions: 4. You must remove blinds, blind material, 1. Conditions A1 through A11, B4, and B6 and decoys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from through B9 apply. the refuge by 1 p.m. each day.

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5. You may take duck and coot during the ing license. An adult may supervise only one State season in designated areas. youth for big game hunting but may super- 6. North Unit waterfowl season and youth vise up to two youths for waterfowl and waterfowl hunts are concurrent with State small game hunting. season dates. 18. We allow take of beaver, nutria, coyote, 7. We restrict the South Unit waterfowl and feral hog incidental to any daytime ref- season to the Jack’s Bay hunt area as indi- uge hunt with weapons authorized for that cated in the refuge user brochure/permit. We hunt. We prohibit take of beaver, nutria, and open to hunting every Tuesday, Thursday, feral hog with the aid of dogs or after the Saturday, and Sunday of the concurrent hunter has taken the daily bag limit for that State season dates, including State youth hunt. waterfowl hunt dates. 19. No person, including but not limited to, 8. Waterfowl hunters may enter and access a guide, guide service, outfitter, club, or the refuge no earlier than 4 a.m. 9. We prohibit boating December 1 through other organization, will provide assistance, January 31 in the South Unit Waterfowl services, or equipment on the refuge to any Hunt Area, except from 4 am to 1 pm on des- other person for compensation unless such ignated waterfowl hunt days. guide, guide service, outfitter, club, or orga- 10. We prohibit marking trails with mate- nization has obtained a Special Use Permit rials other than biodegradable paper flagging (FWS Form 3–1383) from the refuge. For pur- or reflective tape/tacks (see § 27.93 of this poses of this regulation, we will consider any chapter). fees or services rendered to a person for lodg- 11. We prohibit use and/or possession of al- ing, meals, club membership, or similar serv- coholic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)) ices as compensation. or open alcohol containers on refuge roads, 20. We prohibit hunting, taking, pos- ATV trails, and parking areas. sessing, or attempting to take wildlife with 12. We prohibit cutting of holes in or other a guide, guide service, outfitter, club, or or- manipulation of vegetation or hunting in ganization providing assistance, service, or such areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). equipment that does not possess and carry 13. We prohibit waterfowl hunting on Kan- the required refuge Special Use Permit (FWS sas Lake Area (indicated in refuge user bro- Form 3–1383). chure/permit). 21. We allow camping only in designated 14. We prohibit loaded hunting weapons in sites and areas identified in the refuge user or on a vehicle, ATV, or boat while under brochure/permit, and we restrict camping to power (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter). We de- individuals involved in wildlife-dependent fine ‘‘loaded’’ as shells in the gun or ignition activities. Campers may stay no more than device on a muzzleloader. 14 days during any 30 consecutive-day period 15. We allow duck hunting on specific scat- in any campground site or area and must oc- tered tracts of land, in accordance with the cupy camps daily. We prohibit all disturb- North Unit regulations. Consult the refuge ances, including use of generators, after 10 office for further information. p.m. You must unload all hunting weapons 16. We only allow ATVs for wildlife-depend- (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) within 100 ent hunting and fishing activities. We re- yards (90 m) of a campground. strict ATVs to designated yellow-marked 22. We allow refuge users to leave boats 16 trails throughout the refuge, unless marked feet (4.8 m) or less in length unattended over- otherwise. We prohibit the use of ATVs after night from March 1 to October 31 as long as December 15 each year in designated South the owner clearly and prominently displays Unit areas as shown in refuge user brochure/ his or her complete name and physical ad- permit. We define ATV as an off-road vehicle dress. with factory specifications not to exceed the following: A maximum dry weight of 1,550 lbs 23. We prohibit all access in the Dem- (697.5 kg), tires having a centerline lug depth onstration and Dry Lake Waterfowl Rest of one inch (2.5 cm) or less and a maximum Areas as indicated in the refuge brochure/ tire pressure of 15 psi as indicated on the tire permit. by the manufacturer. We allow only those 24. We require a refuge Special Use Permit vehicles originally designed by their manu- (FWS Form 3–1383) for all commercial use ac- facturer to be ATVs; we prohibit mini trucks tivities including, but not limited to, fishing, or other modified off-road vehicles. trapping, timber management, or collecting 17. We require hunters born after 1968 to acorns. carry a valid hunter education card. We do 25. We prohibit hovercraft, personal not require hunters under age 16 to have a watercraft (e.g., jet skis, wetbike, etc.) and hunter education card while under direct su- airboats. pervision (within arms reach) of a holder of 26. You must adhere to all public use spe- a valid hunting license and at least age 21. cial conditions and regulations on the an- Youth hunters under age 16 must remain nual refuge user brochure/permit. within sight and normal voice contact of an B. Upland Game Hunting. 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and opossum on designated areas of the ref- 5. The gun deer hunt will begin in Novem- uge in accordance with State regulations ber and will continue for a period of 3 days subject to the following conditions: of quota hunting in the North and South 1. Conditions A1, A9, A10, A11, A12, A14, Units, and 4 days of nonquota hunting in the and A16 through A26 apply. North and/or South Units with annual season 2. We allow hunting of rabbit and squirrel dates, bag limits, and areas provided in the on the North Unit from September 1 until annual refuge user brochure/permit. January 31. 6. We restrict hunt participants for quota 3. We allow dogs for hunting of rabbit and hunts to those drawn for a quota permit. The squirrel from December 1 through January 31 permits are nontransferable and nonrefund- on the North Unit. able. Hunt dates and application procedures 4. You may hunt rabbit and squirrel on the will be available at the refuge office in April. South Unit from September 1 until Novem- 7. We do not open for the bear season on all ber 30. refuge-owned lands, including out-tracts and 5. We prohibit dogs on the South Unit for refuge lands in the Trusten Holder Wildlife the purpose of squirrel or rabbit hunting. Management Area. 6. You may only possess approved nontoxic 8. If you harvest deer or turkey on the ref- shot when hunting upland game, except tur- uge, you must immediately record the zone key (see § 32.2(k)). We allow the possession of number (Zone 660 South Unit and Zone 661 lead shot for hunting turkey. North Unit) on your hunting license and 7. We close all upland game hunts during later check deer and/or turkey through State quota Gun Deer Hunt and quota Muzzle- phone or on-line checking system. loader Deer Hunt. 9. We close the refuge to all nonquota 8. We allow furbearer (as defined by State hunting during refuge-wide quota muzzle- law) hunting in accordance with season dates posted in the refuge user brochure/permit loader and quota gun deer hunts. (signed brochure). We allow furbearer hunt- 10. We close refuge lands on the North Unit ing only with rimfire weapons and shotguns. to all deer hunting and fall turkey hunting 9. We allow the use of dogs for hunting when the White River Gauge at St. Charles furbearers from legal sunset to legal sunrise. (station no. 53) reaches 23 feet (7 m) as re- Hunters must tether or pen all dogs used for ported by the following Web site: http:// furbearer hunting from legal sunrise to legal www.srh.noaa.gov/lzk/html/whitervr.htm. The sunset and any time they are not involved in season will reopen when the gauge reading actual hunting. reaches 21 feet (6 m) as reported by the same 10. We allow upland game hunting on spe- Web site. cific scattered tracts of land, in accordance 11. We close refuge lands on the South Unit with State-wide regulations. to all deer hunting and fall turkey hunting C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting when the White River gauge reading at St. of white-tailed deer and turkey on des- Charles (station no. 53) reaches 23 feet (7 m) ignated areas of the refuge in accordance and the gauge at Lock and Dam #1 (station with State regulations subject to the fol- no. 55) reaches 145 feet (msl) (43.5 m) simulta- lowing conditions: neously as reported by the following Web 1. Conditions A1, A9, A10, A11, A12, A14, site: http://www.srh.noaa.gov/lzk/html/ and A16 through A26 apply. whitervr.htm. The season will reopen when 2. Archery deer and turkey seasons on the the same gauge readings reach 21 feet (6 m) North Unit are from the beginning of the and 143 feet msl (mean sea level) (43 m), re- State archery season until the end of Janu- spectively. ary except for refuge-wide season closure 12. We prohibit the placement or hunting during quota muzzleloader and quota gun with the aid of bait, salt, or ingestible at- deer hunts. We provide annual season dates tractant (see § 32.2(h)). and bag limits in the refuge user brochure/ 13. We prohibit the use of dogs other than permit. those specified in the user permit. 3. Archery deer and turkey seasons on the 14. We prohibit all forms of organized deer South Unit are from the beginning of the drives. State archery season until the end of Decem- 15. We prohibit firearm hunting from or ber except for refuge-wide season closure across roads, ATV trails, levees, and main- during quota muzzleloader and quota gun tained utility rights-of-way for deer only. deer hunts. We provide annual season dates 16. We prohibit hunting from a tree into and bag limits in the refuge user brochure/ which a metal object has been driven (see permit. § 32.2(i)). 4. Muzzleloader season for deer will begin 17. You may only use portable deer stands in October and will continue for a period of (see § 27.93 of this chapter). You may erect up to 3 days of quota hunting and 4 days of stands up to 7 days before each hunt, but you nonquota hunting in the North and/or South must remove them within 7 days after each Units with annual season dates and bag lim- hunt. All unattended deer stands on the ref- its provided in the annual refuge user bro- uge must have the owner’s complete name chure/permit. and physical address clearly displayed.

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18. We prohibit target practice or any non- 7. We prohibit take or possession of any hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of freshwater mussel, and we do not open to this chapter). mussel shelling. 19. We prohibit firearms deer hunting on [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 the Kansas Lake Area after October 30 and FR 29073, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6689, Feb. 11, all other types of hunting after November 30. 1994; 59 FR 55184, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62040, 20. We prohibit the possession and use of Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 45366, Aug. 29, 1996; 61 FR buckshot on the refuge. 46393, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47376, Sept. 9, 1997; D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, frogging, 65 FR 30778, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56400, Sept. and crawfishing for personal use on des- 18, 2000; 68 FR 57316, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 54365, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. 17, 2004; with State regulations subject to the fol- 70 FR 54160, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33167, June lowing conditions: 11, 2008; 74 FR 45679, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3946, 1. Conditions A1, A9, A10, A11, A16, and A21 Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56064, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR through A26 apply. 56036, Sept. 11, 2012] 2. We allow fishing year-round in LaGrue, Essex, Prairie, Scrubgrass and Brooks Bay- § 32.24 California. ous, Big Island Chute, Moon and Belknap The following refuge units have been Lakes next to Arkansas Highway 1, Indian opened for hunting and/or fishing, and Bay, the Arkansas Post Canal and adjacent are listed in alphabetical order with drainage ditches; those borrow ditches lo- applicable refuge-specific regulations. cated adjacent to the west bank of that portion of the White River Levee north of the CIBOLA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Graham Burke pumping station; and all ref- Refer to § 32.22 Arizona for regulations. uge-owned North Unit and scattered tract waters. We open all other South Unit refuge CLEAR LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE waters to sport fishing from March 1 through A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of November 30 unless posted otherwise. geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, and snipe is 3. We allow frogging on all refuge-owned permitted on designated areas of the refuge waters open for sport fishing as follows: We subject to the following conditions: allow frogging on the South Unit from the 1. On the opening weekend of the hunting beginning of the State season through No- season, hunters must possess and carry a Wa- vember 30; we allow frogging on the North terfowl Lottery Application (FWS Form 3– Unit for the entire State season. 2355) as their refuge permit. We will issue 4. We require a Special Use Permit (FWS this permit through a random drawing to Form 3–1383) for all commercial fishing on hunters with advanced reservations only. the refuge in addition to compliance with The Waterfowl Lottery Applications are State regulations governing commercial available on the refuge website. fishing. 2. After the opening weekend of the hunt- 5. We prohibit all commercial and rec- ing season, we allow hunting only on Tues- reational harvest of turtle on all property days, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Hunters administered by White River National Wild- must check-in and out of the refuge by fill- life Refuge. ing out the Migratory Bird Hunt Report 6. We allow commercial fishing on all ref- (FWS Form 3–2361) and must possess and uge waters from 12 p.m. (noon) September 30 carry this report while on the refuge. Hunt- ers must fill out the harvest information and through 12 p.m. (noon) November 30. How- turn in the form prior to exiting the hunting ever, when the White River exceeds 23.5 feet area. (7 m) at the St. Charles, Arkansas gauge or B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 146 feet msl (mean sea level) (43.8 m) at the C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of pronghorn tailwater gauge at Lock and Dam #1 on the antelope is permitted on the controlled ‘‘U’’ Arkansas Post Canal, we allow commercial Unit of the refuge subject to the following fishing on all refuge waters from 12 p.m. conditions: (noon) March 1 through 12:00 p.m. (noon) 1. Hunters may hunt only in the unit for September 30. nine (9) consecutive days beginning on the first Saturday following the third Wednesday in August. 2. Access to the unit is permitted only through the gate located on Clear Lake Road. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing (fish and crayfish) only on Dorris Reservoir in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions:

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COLUSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot while in the field. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 7. No person may build or maintain fires, hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and except in portable gas stoves. snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 8. You may enter or exit only at designated cordance with State regulations subject to locations. the following conditions: 9. Vehicles may stop only at designated 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic parking areas. We prohibit the dropping of shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). passengers or equipment, or stopping be- 2. Each hunter may not possess more than tween designated parking areas. 25 shells while in the field. 10. Overnight stays, using passenger vehi- 3. Access to the hunt area is by foot traffic cles, motor homes, and trailers, are allowed only. Bicycles and other conveyances are not only at the check station parking areas. allowed. Mobility-impaired hunters must Tents are prohibited. consult the refuge manager for allowed con- 11. We require dogs be kept on a leash, ex- veyances. cept for hunting dogs engaged in authorized 4. We allow boats with electric motors to hunting activities and under the immediate be used by hunters with disabilities only in control of a licensed hunter. designated areas. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 5. No person may build or maintain fires. of pheasant only in the free-roam areas of Portable gas stoves are permissible. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 6. You may enter or exit only at designated tions subject to the following conditions: locations. 1. We do not allow pheasant hunting in the 7. Vehicles may stop only at designated spaced blind area except during a special 1- parking areas. We prohibit the dropping of day-only pheasant hunt on the first Monday passengers or equipment or stopping between after the opening of the State pheasant designated parking areas. hunting season. 8. Overnight stays, using passenger vehi- 2. Conditions A4 through A11 apply. cles, motor homes, and trailers, are allowed C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] only at the check station parking areas. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] Tents are prohibited. DON EDWARDS SAN FRANCISCO BAY NATIONAL 9. We require dogs be kept on a leash, ex- WILDLIFE REFUGE cept for hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunting activities and under the immediate A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow control of a licensed hunter. hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ignated areas of the refuge in accordance of pheasant only in the free-roam areas of with State regulations subject to the fol- the refuge in accordance with State regula- lowing conditions: tions subject to the following conditions: 1. We allow hunting in tidal areas, includ- 1. Conditions A1 through A9 apply. ing salt marshes, sloughs, mudflats, and C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] open waters of the San Francisco Bay. Un- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] less posted in the field and/or noted below, we allow hunting by boat in all refuge tidal DELEVAN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas up to the mean high-water line. We close the following tidal areas to hunting A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow and/or shooting: hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and i. Newark Slough to hunting and shooting snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- from its source to Hetch-Hetchy Aqueduct, a cordance with State regulations subject to distance of 31⁄2 miles (5.6 km); the following conditions: ii. Dumbarton Point Marsh to the Hetch- 1. You must unload firearms while trans- Hetchy Aqueduct (west side of Newark porting them between parking areas and Slough); and spaced blind areas. iii. The headwaters of Mallard Slough (Ar- 2. We do not allow snipe hunting in the tesian Slough) in the vicinity of the Environ- spaced blind areas. mental Education Center to hunting, as des- 3. We restrict hunters assigned to the ignated by posted signs. spaced blind area to within 100 feet (30 m) of 2. We allow hunting in the 17 salt evapo- their assigned hunt site except for retrieving ration ponds listed below. These ponds are downed birds, placing decoys, or traveling to surrounded by levees and were formerly part and from the area. of the San Francisco Bay. We have not 4. Access to the hunt area is by foot traffic opened any other ponds. only. Bicycles and other conveyances are not i. Ponds R1 and R2 in the Ravenswood allowed. Mobility-impaired hunters should Unit. These ponds are located on the west consult the refuge manager for allowed con- side of the Dumbarton Bridge between veyances. Ravenswood Slough and Highway 84. You 5. You may possess no more than 25 shells may access these ponds only by foot or bicy- while in the field. cle from either of two trailheads off Highway

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84. We prohibit hunting within 300 feet (90 m) 6. Hunters may enter closed areas of the of Highway 84. These ponds will be open 7 refuge to retrieve downed birds, provided days a week. they leave all weapons in a legal hunting ii. Ponds M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, and A19 area. We encourage the use of retriever dogs. in the Mowry Slough Unit. These ponds are You must keep your dog(s) under immediate located on the east side of the Bay between control of the handler at all times (see Mowry Slough and Coyote Creek. You may § 26.21(b) of this chapter). Dogs must remain only access these ponds by boat. You may inside a vehicle or be on a leash until they land your boat at specific points on the Bay are on the ponds or on the levees (Ponds R1, side of the levee as designated by refuge 2, A5, 7, and 8N only) as a part of the hunt. signs. You may pull your boat across the 7. You may possess only approved nontoxic levee from the Bay. We prohibit hunting shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). within 300 feet (90 m) of the Union Pacific 8. You must keep firearms unloaded (see Railroad track. These ponds will be open 7 § 27.42(b) of this chapter) until you are within days a week. the designated hunt area. iii. Ponds AB1, A2E, AB2, A3N, and A3W in 9. We prohibit target practice on the refuge the Alviso Unit. These ponds are located on or any nonhunting discharge of firearms (see the west side of the Bay between Stevens § 27.42 of this chapter). Creek and Guadalupe Slough. You must ob- 10. At the Ravenswood Unit only, we only tain a refuge Special Use Permit to hunt allow portable blinds or construction of tem- these ponds. Access to Ponds AB1 and A2E porary blinds of natural materials that read- will be from the Crittenden Lane Trailhead ily decompose. We prohibit collection of in Mountain View. Access to Ponds A3W will these natural materials from the refuge (see be from the Carl Road Trailhead in Sunny- § 27.51 of this chapter). You must remove vale. Access to Ponds A3N and AB2 is by boat portable blinds (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this from the other ponds. We allow hunting only chapter) by legal sunset. Temporary blinds from existing hunting blinds. We allow hunt- become available for general use on a first- ing only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and come, first-served basis on subsequent days. Sundays on these ponds. We prohibit permanent blinds, pit blinds, or iv. Ponds A5, A7, and A8N in the Alviso digging into the levees (see § 27.92 of this Unit. These ponds are located on the south chapter). We prohibit entry into closed areas end of the Bay between Guadalupe Slough of the refuge prior to the hunt season in and Alviso Slough. You must obtain a refuge order to scout for hunting sites or to build Special Use Permit to hunt these ponds. Ac- blinds. cess is via walking and bicycling from the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Gold Street gate in Alviso. We allow hunting C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] from existing hunting blinds and by walking D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- pond levees. We allow hunting only on ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on with State regulations subject to the fol- these ponds. lowing conditions: 3. During the 2 weekends before the open- 1. We allow fishing from land at the Coyote ing of the hunt season, you may bring a boat Creek Lagoon in Fremont, the Faber- into Ponds AB1, A2E, AB2, A3N, A3W, A5, A7, Laumeister Unit in East Palo Alto, the and A8N and moor it at a designated site Dumbarton Fishing Pier, and along the San only if authorized by a valid refuge Special Francisco Bay shoreline within 1⁄2 mile (0.8 Use Permit. These boats will be used to ac- km) of the Dumbarton Fishing Pier. We also cess the hunting blinds and will stay in the allow fishing from boats in the Bay and pond during the hunt season. You must re- major slough channels. We close Mallard move your boat within 2 weeks following the Slough to boats from March 1 through Au- close of the hunt season. We allow non- gust 31, and we close Mowry Slough from motorized boats and motorized boats pow- March 15 to June 15. We prohibit fishing in ered by electric or 4-stroke gasoline motors salt evaporation ponds or marshes. only. 2. We open fishing areas daily (except we 4. You may maintain an existing blind in close the Dumbarton Fishing Pier and adja- the ponds open to hunting if you have a valid cent shoreline on Thanksgiving, Christmas, refuge Special Use Permit, but the blind will and New Year’s Day). We open the be open for general use on a first-come, first- Dumbarton Fishing Pier from 7 a.m. to 6 served basis. We prohibit pit blinds or p.m. November 1 through March 31 and 7 a.m. digging into the levees (see § 27.92 of this to 8 p.m. April 1 through October 31. We open chapter). Coyote Creek Lagoon and Faber-Laumeister 5. You must remove all decoys and other Unit from legal sunrise to legal sunset. personal property (except personal boats au- 3. We prohibit the collection of bait of any thorized by a refuge Special Use Permit) type from the refuge except from the from the refuge by legal sunset. You must Dumbarton Fishing Pier, where it is legal to remove all trash, including shotshell hulls, collect bait for noncommercial purposes. when leaving hunting areas (see §§ 27.93 and 4. We prohibit the use of balloons to float 27.94 of this chapter). hooks and bait farther than hand casting.

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5. We prohibit personal watercraft (e.g., hunting within 100 yards (90 meters) of High- Jet Skis, waterbikes) on the refuge. way 101. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] HAVASU NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] Refer to § 32.22 Arizona for regulations. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the refuge in accordance with State regulations HUMBOLDT BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE subject to the following condition: We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow fishing from the designated shoreline trail hunting of goose, duck, coot, common and dock (for nonmotorized boats only) at moorhen, and snipe on designated areas of the Hookton Slough Unit from legal sunrise the refuge in accordance with State regula- to legal sunset, only using pole and line or tions subject to the following conditions: rod and reel. 1. We require adults age 18 or older to ac- IMPERIAL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE company youth hunters under age 16. No more than three youth hunters may accom- Refer to § 32.22 Arizona for regulations. pany one adult hunter. 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic KERN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of 3. We prohibit public access into or geese, ducks, coots and moorhens is per- through closed areas and designate closed mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- areas as nonretrieval zones. ject to the following conditions: 4. You may only use portable blinds in the 1. Hunters assigned to the spaced blind free-roam hunting areas (i.e., all hunt areas unit must travel to and from parking areas except Salmon Creek Unit). and blind sites with firearms unloaded. 5. You must remove all blinds, decoys, 2. Hunters assigned to the spaced blind shell casings, and other personal equipment unit must remain within 100 feet of the num- and refuse from the refuge at the end of each bered steel post (blind site) except when pur- day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) . suing cripples, placing decoys or traveling to 6. We require hunters to keep dogs inside and from the parking area. vehicles, or on a leash, except when using 3. Hunters may not possess more than 25 them for authorized hunting purposes (see shells while in the field. §26.21(b) of this chapter). 4. Hunters must park in assigned lots. 7. On the Salmon Creek Unit, we allow 5. Only nonmotorized boats are permitted. hunting on Tuesdays and Saturdays (except B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of pheas- Federal holidays), and hunters must possess ant is permitted on designated areas of the and carry a valid daily refuge permit. We refuge subject to the following conditions: issue refuge permits prior to each hunt by 1. Pheasant hunting is only permitted in random drawing conducted at the check sta- the free roam unit. tion 11⁄2; hours before legal shooting time. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic Shooting time ends at 3 p.m. Hunters drawn shot while in the field. for a blind must completely fill out a Refuge Hunt Permit, which includes a ‘‘Record of C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] Harvest’’ section. Each hunter must possess D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] and carry the Refuge Hunt Permit/Record of LOWER KLAMATH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Harvest document while on the refuge and turn in a complete Record of Harvest at the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow check station before leaving the hunt area. hunting of geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, 8. On the Salmon Creek Unit, you may pos- and snipe on designated areas of the refuge sess only approved nontoxic shotshells (see subject to the following conditions: §32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or less per hunter, 1. In the controlled waterfowl hunting per day. area, we require entry permits for the first 2 9. On the Salmon Creek Unit, we restrict days of the waterfowl season for all hunters hunters to within 100 feet (30 meters) of the 16 years of age or older. An adult with a per- assigned hunt site except for placing and remit must accompany hunters under the age trieving decoys, retrieving downed birds, or of 16 hunting in the controlled area. We re- traveling to and from the parking area. You quire advance reservations for the first 2 must unload firearms (see § 27.42(b) of this days of the hunt. chapter) while transporting them between 2. Shooting hours end at 1:00 p.m. on all the parking lot and designated blind sites. California portions of the refuge with the fol- 10. We open the Table Bluff Unit (south- lowing exceptions: west corner of South Bay) to hunting. a. The refuge manager may designate up to 11. We open portions of the Eureka Slough 6 afternoon special youth or disabled hunter and Jacoby Creek Units to hunting. We des- waterfowl hunts per season; and ignate the Eureka Slough and Jacoby Creek b. The refuge manager may designate up to Units as boat access only. On the Eureka 3 days per week of afternoon waterfowl hunt- Slough and Jacoby Creek Units, we prohibit ing for the general public after December 1.

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3. You may carry only unloaded firearms 2. After the opening weekend of the hunt- on hunter access routes open to motor vehi- ing season, we only allow hunting on Tues- cles or when taking them through posted re- days, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Hunters trieving zones when traveling to and from must check-in and out of the refuge by using the hunting areas. self-service permits. Hunters must com- 4. You may not set decoys in retrieving pletely fill out the ‘‘Refuge Hunt Permit’’ zones. portion of the permit and deposit it in the 5. We do not allow air-thrust and inboard drop box prior to hunting. The hunter must waterthrust boats. possess and carry the ‘‘Record of Kill’’ por- 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic tion of the permit while on the refuge and shot while in the field. turned in prior to exiting the hunting area. 7. You may use only nonmotorized boats 3. In the designated spaced blind area, you and boats with electric motors on units 4b must remain within 50 feet (15 m) of the es- and 4c from the start of the hunting season tablished blind stake for the blind assigned through November 30. You may use motor- to you. ized boats on units 4b and 4c from December 4. We require adults age 18 or older to ac- 1 through the end of hunting season. company youth hunters age 15 and under. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic of pheasant on designated areas of the refuge shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or subject to the following conditions: less after leaving the parking area. 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic 6. In the free-roam hunting areas, you may shot while in the field. only use portable blinds or blinds con- 2. You may carry only unloaded firearms structed of vegetation. on hunter access routes open to motor vehi- 7. You must remove all blinds, decoys, cles or when taking them through posted re- shell casings, other personal equipment, and trieving zones when traveling to and from refuse from the refuge at the end of each day the hunting areas. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 8. Hunters must enter and exit the hunting area from the two designated hunt parking MERCED NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lots, which we open 11⁄2 hours before legal sunrise and close 1 hour after legal sunset A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow each hunt day. hunting of goose, duck, coot, and moorhen 9. We only allow access to the hunt area by on designated areas of the refuge in accord- foot, bicycle, and nonmotorized cart. We pro- ance with State regulations subject to the hibit bicycles in the hunt area during the following conditions: opening weekend of the hunting season. 1. You must unload firearms (see § 27.42(b) B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of this chapter) before transporting them be- of pheasant on designated areas of the refuge tween parking areas and blind sites. Un- in accordance with State regulations subject loaded means that no ammunition is in the to the following conditions: chamber or magazine of the firearm. 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic 1. We limit hunting to junior hunters only, shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or age 15 or under, possessing a valid State Jun- less per day after leaving the parking lot. ior Hunting License and refuge Junior 3. Each hunter must remain inside his or Pheasant Hunt Permit. her assigned blind, except for placing decoys, 2. We require adults age 18 or older to ac- retrieving downed birds, and traveling to and company junior hunters. from the parking area. We prohibit shooting 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic from outside the blind. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 4. Dogs must remain under the immediate 4. Hunters must enter and exit the hunting control of their owners at all times (see area from the two designated hunt parking § 26.21(b) of this chapter). lots. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing only on D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] Dorris Reservoir in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- MODOC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1. We prohibit fishing from October 1 hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and through January 31. snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 2. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise cordance with State regulations subject to to legal sunset. the following conditions: 3. We only allow walk-in access to Dorris 1. On the opening weekend of the hunting Reservoir from February 1 through March 31. season, hunters must possess and carry a ref- 4. We only allow use of boats on Dorris uge permit issued through random drawing Reservoir from April 1 through September to hunters with advance reservations only. 30.

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SACRAMENTO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and 4. We prohibit hunting within 50 feet (15 m) snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- of any landward boundary adjacent to pri- cordance with State regulations subject to vate property. the following conditions: 5. We prohibit hunting within 150 yards (45 1. You must unload firearms while trans- m) of any occupied dwelling, house, resi- porting them between parking areas and dence, or other building or any barn or other spaced blind areas. outbuilding used in connection therewith. 2. We do not allow snipe hunting in the 6. Access to the hunt area on all units open spaced blind area. to public hunting is by boat only, except on 3. We restrict hunters assigned to the Sul Norte Unit, Drumheller, and Drumheller spaced blind unit to within 100 feet (30 m) of North, which are accessible by foot traffic or their assigned hunt site except for retrieving boat. We prohibit bicycles or other convey- downed birds, placing decoys, or traveling to ances. Mobility-impaired hunters should and from the parking area. consult with the refuge manager for allowed 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic conveyances. shot while in the field. 7. We prohibit fires on the refuge, except 5. You may possess no more than 25 shells we allow portable gas stoves on gravel bars while in the field. (see § 27.95(a) of this chapter). 6. Access to the hunt area is by foot traffic 8. We allow camping on gravel bars up to 7 only. Bicycles and other conveyances are not days during any 30-day period. We prohibit allowed. Mobility-impaired hunters must camping on all other refuge lands. consult the refuge manager for allowed con- 9. We open the refuge for day-use access veyances. from 11⁄2 hours before legal sunrise until 11⁄2 7. No person may build or maintain fires, hours after legal sunset. We allow access except in portable gas stoves. during other hours on gravel bars only (see 8. You may enter or exit only at designated condition A8). locations. 10. We require dogs to be kept on a leash, 9. Vehicles may stop only at designated except for hunting dogs engaged in author- parking areas. We prohibit the dropping of ized hunting activities, and under the imme- passengers or diate control of a licensed hunter (see 10. Overnight stays, using passenger vehi- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). cles, motor homes, and trailers, are allowed 11. We prohibit permanent blinds. You only at the check station parking areas. must remove all personal property, including Tents are prohibited. decoys and boats, by 11⁄2 hours after legal 11. We require dogs be kept on a leash, ex- sunset (see §§27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). cept for hunting dogs engaged in authorized 12. We prohibit cutting or removal of vege- hunting activities and under the immediate tation for blind construction or for making control of a licensed hunter. trails (see § 27.51 of this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant only in the free-roam areas on of pheasant, turkey, and quail on designated the refuge in accordance with State regula- areas of the refuge in accordance with State tions subject to the following conditions: regulations subject to the following condi- 1. We do not allow pheasant hunting in the tions: spaced blind area except during a special 1- day-only pheasant hunt on the first Monday 1. We only allow shotgun and archery hunt- after the opening of the State pheasant ing. hunting season. 2. Conditions A3 through A12 apply. 2. Conditions A4 through A11 apply. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] black-tailed deer on designated areas of the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: SACRAMENTO RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE 1. Conditions A4 through A12, and B1 apply. REFUGE 2. We prohibit construction or use of per- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow manent blinds, platforms ladders or screw-in hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, dove, foot pegs. and snipe on designated areas of the refuge 3. You must remove all personal property, in accordance with State regulations subject including stands, from the refuge by 11⁄2 to the following conditions: hours after legal sunset (see §§27.93 and 27.94 1. We only allow shotgun hunting. of this chapter). 2. You must unload firearms (see § 27.42(b) D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on of this chapter) before transporting them be- designated areas of the refuge in accordance tween parking areas and hunting areas. with State regulations subject to the fol- ‘‘Unloaded’’ means that no ammunition is in lowing conditions: the chamber or magazine of the firearm. 1. Conditions A7, A8, A9, and A12 apply.

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2. On Packer Lake, due to primitive access, any tour routes or leaving the refuge vicin- we allow only boats up to 14 feet (4.2 m) and ity. canoes. We allow electric motors only. 7. You may not transport loaded firearms while walking or bicycling between parking SALINAS RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas in spaced blind units, or while trav- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow eling in a boat under power. hunting of goose, duck, coot, and moorhen 8. We restrict hunters in the spaced blind on a hunt area along the Salinas River on area to their assigned blind except when the southeast portion of the refuge, as des- they are placing decoys, traveling to and ignated by posted signs, in accordance with from the parking area, retrieving downed State regulations subject to the following birds, or when shooting to retrieve cripples. conditions: 9. We restrict hunters in the spaced zone 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic area of the East Bear Creek Unit to their as- shotshells while on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)) signed zone except when they are traveling in quantities of 25 or less. to and from the parking area, retrieving 2. Access to the hunt area is by foot traffic downed birds, or when shooting to retrieve only. We do not allow bicycles and other con- crippled birds. veyances. Mobility-impaired hunters should 10. Access to the Freitas Unit free-roam consult with the refuge manager for allowed hunting area is by boat only with a max- conveyances. imum of 5 mph. Prohibited boats include air- thrust and/or inboard water-thrust types. 3. You must keep firearms unloaded until you are within the designated hunt area. 11. We prohibit the use of motorized boats in the free-roam units with the exception of 4. We only allow dogs engaged in hunting the Freitas Unit. activities on the refuge during the waterfowl 12. We do not allow vehicle trailers of any season. Hunters must keep their dog(s) under type or size to be in the refuge hunt areas at their immediate control at all times (see any time or to be left unattended at any lo- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). We prohibit train- cation on the refuge. ing of dogs on the refuge. We prohibit other 13. Dogs must remain under the immediate domesticated animals or pets. control of their owners at all times (see 5. We prohibit target practice on the refuge §26.21(b) of this chapter). or any nonhunting discharge of weapons (see B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting § 27.42 of this chapter). of pheasants on designated areas of the ref- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] uge in accordance with State regulations C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] subject to the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or SAN LUIS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE less while in the field. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. Dogs must remain under the immediate hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and control of their owners at all times (see snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). cordance with State regulations subject to C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 1. You may only use portable blinds, tem- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance porary blinds constructed of natural mate- with State regulations subject to the fol- rials, or existing concrete blinds. We pro- lowing conditions: hibit cutting or breaking woody vegetation 1. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise (see § 27.51 of this chapter). to legal sunset, except on that portion of the 2. You must remove all portable blinds, de- San Joaquin River’s south (left descending) coys, and other personal equipment from the bank within the West Bear Creek Unit des- refuge following each day’s hunt. ignated as open for fishing 24 hours per day. 3. You must dismantle any temporary 2. We only allow the use of pole and line or blinds constructed of natural materials at rod and reel to take gamefish, and anglers the end of each day. must attend their equipment at all times. 4. You may only hunt snipe within the 3. We prohibit the use of any boat, float free-roaming portion of the San Luis Unit tube, or other floating aid/device. waterfowl hunting area. SAN PABLO BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow less after leaving your assigned parking lot hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- or boat launch. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 6. We prohibit dropping of passengers or with State regulations subject to the fol- equipment or stopping between designated lowing conditions: parking areas. You must return your permits 1. 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sloughs. We have not opened the following SONNY BONO SALTON SEA NATIONAL WILDLIFE areas to hunting: REFUGE i. Lower Tubbs Island; ii. Lower Tubbs Set- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of back; geese, ducks, coots, and moorhens is per- iii. Cullinan Ranch Unit; and mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- iv. Within 300 feet (90 m) of Highway 37. ject to the following conditions: 2. You may only hunt from a boat or a 1. Hunters using the Union Tract must use floating blind. We prohibit walk-in hunting goose decoys. on the refuge. 2. You must hunt from assigned blinds on 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic the Union Tract and within 100 feet (30 m) of shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or blind sites on the Hazard Tract, except when less while in the field. shooting to retrieve crippled birds. 4. You must remove all decoys, boats, and 3. Firearms must be unloaded while being other personal property from the refuge at transported between parking areas and blind the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chap- sites. ter). Hunters must remove all trash, includ- 4. Hunters may not possess more than 25 ing shotshell hulls, when leaving hunting shells while in the field. areas (see § 27.94 of this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 5. We allow temporary floating blinds on C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] the refuge subject to refuge manager ap- D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted only proval. We allow blind installation beginning on designated areas of the refuge inundated on October 1, but hunters must remove by the Salton Sea subject to the following blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) by Feb- conditions: ruary 1. Temporary floating blinds become 1. Fishing is permitted from April 1 available for general use on a first-come, through September 30. first-served basis on subsequent days. We 2. Only boat fishing is permitted. prohibit entry to closed areas of the refuge prior to the hunting season in order to scout STONE LAKES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE for hunting sites. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 6. We only allow dogs engaged in hunting hunting of goose, duck, coot, and moorhen activities on the refuge during waterfowl on designated areas of the refuge in accord- season. We prohibit other domesticated ani- ance with State regulations subject to the mals or pets. Hunters must keep their dog(s) following conditions: under their immediate control at all times 1. We allow hunting on Sun River Unit (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). We prohibit only on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1⁄2 training of dogs on the refuge. hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon). 7. We prohibit digging into levees or slough 2. We will select hunters through a random channels. drawing process conducted at the refuge. 8. We prohibit target practice on the refuge Hunters should bring a copy of their refuge or any nonhunting discharge of firearms (see notification on the day of their hunt. Hunt- § 27.42 of this chapter). ers should contact the refuge manager for 9. We allow foot access through the refuge additional information. to the State’s Tolay Creek Unit for water- 3. We require adults, age 18 or older, to ac- fowl hunting. You must unload and either company hunters under age 16. break down or case all shotguns (see § 27.42(b) 4. We prohibit bicycles or other convey- of this chapter) while in transit through the ances. Mobility-impaired hunters should refuge. contact the refuge manager regarding al- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting lowed conveyances. of pheasant only in areas of the Tolay Creek 5. You must unload firearms (see § 27.42(b) Unit designated by posted signs in accord- of this chapter) before transporting them be- ance with State regulations subject to the tween parking areas and spaced-blind areas. following conditions: ‘‘Unloaded’’ means that no ammunition is in 1. You may only hunt on Wednesdays, Sat- the chamber or magazine of the firearm. urdays, and Sundays. 6. We restrict hunters to their assigned 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic spaced-blind except when they are placing or shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or retrieving decoys, traveling to and from the less while in the field. parking area, retrieving downed birds, or 3. You may only access the Tolay Creek when shooting to retrieve cripples. Unit by foot or bicycle. 7. You may only possess approved nontoxic 4. We only allow dogs engaged in hunting shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)) in quan- activities on the refuge during pheasant sea- tities of 25 or less. son. We prohibit other domesticated animals 8. We prohibit fires on the refuge (see or pets. § 27.95(a) of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 9. We allow vehicles to stop only at des- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ignated parking areas. We prohibit dropping

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of passengers or equipment or stopping be- 1. We require entry permits in the con- tween designated parking areas. trolled waterfowl hunting area for the first 2 10. We allow only nonmotorized boats to days of the waterfowl season for all hunters access water blinds. 16 years of age or older. An adult with a per- 11. You must remove all decoys, personal mit must accompany hunters under the age equipment, shotshell hulls, and refuse from of 16 hunting in the controlled area. We re- the refuge by 12:30 p.m. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 quire advance reservation for the first 2 days of this chapter). of the hunt. 12. Junior hunters must possess a valid 2. Shooting hours end at 1:00 p.m. on all Junior Hunting License. California portions of the refuge with the fol- 13. We allow the use of hunting dogs for re- lowing exceptions: trieving birds, provided the dogs remain a. The refuge manager may designate up to under the immediate control of the hunter at six afternoon special youth or disabled hun- all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). ter waterfowl hunts per season; and B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] b. The refuge manager may designate up to C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3 days per week of afternoon waterfowl hunt- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ing for the general public after December 1. 3. We do not allow possession of any loaded SUTTER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE firearms more than 200 feet (60 m) from the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow established blind stakes. You select blind hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and sites by lottery at the beginning of each snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- hunt day. You may shoot only from within cordance with State regulations subject to your assigned blind site. the following conditions: 4. You may carry only unloaded firearms 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic on hunter access routes open to motor vehi- shot while in the field. cles or when taking them through posted re- 2. You may possess no more than 25 shells trieving zones when traveling to and from while in the field. the hunting areas. 3. Access to the hunt area is by foot traffic 5. We do not allow you to set decoys in re- only. Bicycles and other conveyances are not trieving zones. allowed. Mobility-impaired hunters should 6. We do not allow air-thrust and inboard consult the refuge manager for allowed con- waterthrust boats. veyances. 7. You may possess only approved nontoxic 4. Boats with electric motors allowed only shot while in the field. by hunters with disabilities in designated B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting areas. of pheasant on designated areas of the refuge 5. No person may build or maintain fires. subject to the following conditions: Portable gas stoves are permissible. 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic 6. You may enter or exit only at designated shot while in the field. locations. 2. You may carry only unloaded firearms 7. Vehicles may only stop at designated on hunter access routes open to motor vehi- parking areas. We prohibit the dropping of cles or when taking them through posted re- passengers or equipment or stopping between trieving zones when traveling to and from designated parking areas. the hunting areas. 8. Overnight stays, using passenger vehi- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] cles, motor homes, and trailers, are allowed D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] only at the check station parking areas. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 Tents are prohibited. FR 29073, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29084, May 18, 9. Dogs must be kept on a leash, except for 1993; 59 FR 6689, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55184, hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunting Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 5067, Jan. 25, 1995; 60 FR activities and under the immediate control 62041, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46393, Sept. 3, 1996; of a licensed hunter. 62 FR 47376, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46915, Sept. 3, B. Upland Game Hunting. We only allow 1998; 65 FR 30778, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56401, hunting of pheasant in the free-roam areas of Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46354, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR the refuge in accordance with State regula- 58943, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54374, Sept. tions subject to the following conditions: 8, 2004; 70 FR 54161, Sept. 13, 2005; 74 FR 45681, 1. Conditions A1 through A9 apply. Sept. 3, 2009; 75 FR 18420, Apr. 12, 2010; 75 FR C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3956, Jan. 21, 2011; 79 FR 14825, Mar. 17, 2014] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved]

TULE LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE § 32.25 Colorado. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow The following refuge units have been hunting of geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, opened for hunting and/or fishing, and and snipe on designated areas of the refuge are listed in alphabetical order with subject to the following conditions: applicable refuge-specific regulations.

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ALAMOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ii. Must attend a scheduled prehunt information meeting prior to hunting. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of geese, ducks, coots, snipe and mourning iii. Youth hunters must be age 12 by the doves is permitted on designated areas of the hunt date but not yet age 18 at the time of refuge subject to the following condition: the hunt application. Snipe and dove hunting are permitted only iv. Disabled hunters must meet Colorado during the waterfowl hunting season. State Department of Wildlife (CDOW) cri- B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of pheas- teria for, and be on the State’s list of, hunt- ant, cottontail rabbit, black-tailed and ers with disabilities. white-tailed jackrabbit is permitted on des- v. We will make selections via the CDOW ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- hunt selection process. Hunters holding valid lowing conditions: Hunting is permitted only tags (controlled by the State) for the unit when the respective State season coincides the refuge is located within may write re- with the refuge waterfowl hunting season. questing a special tag to hunt within the ref- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] uge. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge on the Illinois ARAPAHO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE River in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of duck, coot, merganser, Canada 1. We prohibit fishing between June 1 and goose, snipe, Virginia and Sora rail, and July 31 each year. mourning dove on designated areas of the 2. We allow fishing only from legal sunrise refuge in accordance with State and Federal to legal sunset. regulations, subject to the following condi- 3. We prohibit ice fishing on the refuge tions: (there is no specific date, but when the river 1. All migratory bird hunting closes annu- freezes over, fishing closes). ally on December 31. 4. Fishing is closed in Unit C when the ref- 2. We prohibit use of, or hunting over, bait uge is open to big game rifle hunting. (see § 32.2(h)). 5. Lead sinkers and live bait are not al- 3. We allow use of only portable stands and lowed for fishing. blinds that the hunter must remove fol- BROWNS PARK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lowing each day’s hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunters 4. Hunters must retrieve spent shotgun may hunt geese, ducks, coots, and mourning shells. doves only in designated areas of the refuge. 5. We prohibit hunting 200 feet (60 m) from B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt any public use road, designated parking area, cottontail rabbits only in designated areas of or designated public use facility located the refuge. within the hunt area. C. Big Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt 6. Method of take for migratory game birds mule deer and elk only in designated areas of must comply with State regulations. the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish only in of jackrabbit, cottontail rabbit, and sage designated areas of the refuge. grouse on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations, subject MONTE VISTA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of 1. All upland game hunting closes annually geese, ducks, coots, snipe and mourning on December 31. doves is permitted on designated areas of the 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic refuge subject to the following condition: shot while hunting (see § 32.2(k)). Snipe and dove hunting are permitted only 3. Conditions A2, A4, and A5 apply. during the waterfowl hunting season. 4. Method of take for upland game must B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of pheas- comply with State regulations. ant, cottontail rabbit, black-tailed and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed jackrabbit is permitted on des- antelope and elk on designated areas of the ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- refuge in accordance with State regulations lowing condition: Hunting is permitted only subject to the following conditions: when the respective State season coincides 1. Conditions A2, A3, and A5 apply. with the refuge waterfowl hunting season. 2. Hunters must use only firearms and ammunition allowed by State law for legal C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunting of elk or antelope. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. Hunters must follow State law for use of ROCKY MOUNTAIN ARSENAL hunter orange. 4. Elk hunters: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] i. Must possess a refuge-specific license B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] (State license) to hunt elk. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved]

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D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing at des- 6. You must keep firearms unloaded until ignated times and on designated areas of the you are within the designated hunting area refuge in accordance with State regulations (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter). subject to the following conditions: 7. Access to the hunt area is by foot or 1. We require a valid State fishing license boat in designated areas only. Mobility-im- and valid refuge fishing permit for all an- paired hunters should consult with the ref- glers age 16 and older. You must obtain and uge manager for allowed conveyances. display a daily refuge fishing badge while 8. You may possess no more than 25 ap- fishing. proved nontoxic shot per day while in the 2. We only allow the use of rod and reel field (see § 32.2(k)). with one hook or lure per line. 9. This is a waterfowl hunt only. We allow 3. We only allow catch and release fishing. no more than two dogs per waterfowl hunt- 4. We only allow barbless hooks. ing party. We prohibit dog training on the 5. We only allow artificial flies or lures. refuge. 10. During State-established youth days, li- 6. We prohibit the use of live bait. censed junior hunters may hunt in the des- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 ignated hunting area when accompanied by a FR 6685, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62041, Dec. 4, licensed adult hunter age 18 or older. Adults 1995; 62 FR 47376, Sept. 9, 1997; 65 FR 30780, must possess a valid hunting license; how- May 12, 2000; 69 FR 54362, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR ever, we prohibit them carrying a firearm. 54163, Sept. 13, 2005; 76 FR 56065, Sept. 9, 2011; 11. We prohibit the use of air-thrust and in- 79 FR 14825, Mar. 17, 2014; 79 FR 21874, Apr. 18, board water-thrust boats such as, but not 2014] limited to, hovercrafts, airboats, jet skis, watercycles, and waterbikes on all waters § 32.26 Connecticut. within the refuge boundaries. 12. We prohibit hunters launching any The following refuge units have been boats on the refuge that they cannot portage opened for hunting and/or fishing and by hand. A dock and a boat ramp are not are listed in alphabetical order with available on the refuge. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 13. We prohibit pit or permanent blinds. 14. You must remove all temporary blinds, SILVIO O. CONTE NATIONAL FISH AND boats, decoys, and all other personal prop- WILDLIFE REFUGE erty from the refuge each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] [70 FR 54163, Sept. 13, 2005, as amended at 79 STEWART B. MCKINNEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE FR 14825, Mar. 17, 2014] REFUGE § 32.27 Delaware. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of duck, coot, and goose on des- The following refuge units have been ignated areas of the Great Meadows Unit in opened for hunting and/or fishing, and Stratford, Connecticut in accordance with are listed in alphabetical order with State regulations subject to the following applicable refuge-specific regulations. conditions: 1. We require hunters to obtain an annual BOMBAY HOOK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Special Use Permit in advance for permis- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of sion to hunt in the designated hunting area. migratory game birds is permitted on des- Consult the refuge manager for details on ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- how and when to apply for a Special Use Per- lowing conditions: mit. 1. Permits are required for waterfowl hunt- 2. Any person entering, using, or occupying ing except on the South Upland Hunting the refuge for hunting must abide by all the Area. terms and conditions of the Special Use Per- 2. Hunting of waterfowl and coots is permit. mitted on the South Waterfowl Area, the 3. You must have all applicable hunting li- West Waterfowl Area, and the Young censes, permits, stamps, and a photographic Waterfowlers Area. identification in your possession while hunt- 3. Only snow geese may be taken on the ing on the refuge. Snow Goose Area. 4. We will limit hunt days to Tuesdays, 4. Hunting is permitted only from des- Wednesdays, and Saturdays during the wa- ignated sites, except on the South Upland terfowl hunting season as established by the Hunting Area and the Snow Goose Area. State. 5. The maximum number of hunters per- 5. We only allow shotguns. mitted per blind is as follows:

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West Waterfowl Area—4; South Waterfowl in the refuge boundaries. We allow a max- Area—3; Young Waterfowlers Area—2. imum horsepower of 30 HP. 6. The possession of a loaded shotgun while 7. We allow waterfowl hunting from des- outside a blind or designated site is not per- ignated blind sites only. We allow a max- mitted unless actively pursuing crippled imum of three people per blind. birds. 8. Hunters may take mourning dove, snipe, 7. Waterfowl hunters may not possess more and woodcock only on the upland game hunt- than 15 shotgun shells per day on the West ing areas as shown on brochures available and Young Waterfowlers Hunt Areas. from the refuge manager. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on designated areas of the of pheasant, rabbit, and quail on designated refuge subject to the following conditions: areas of the refuge in accordance with State 1. We allow hunting only on the South Up- regulations subject to the following condi- land Hunting Area. tions: 2. We allow hunting from 1⁄2 hour before 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. 1 sunrise to ⁄2 hour after sunset. 2. Hunters may take pheasant, rabbit, and 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic quail only on designated upland game hunt- shot while in the field. ing areas as shown on brochures available C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of from the refuge manager. turkey and deer on designated areas of the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of refuge subject to the following conditions: white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 1. We require a refuge permit except on the refuge in accordance with State regulations South Upland Hunting Area. subject to the following conditions: 2. Hunting on the Headquarters Deer Hunt 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. Area must be from designated stands only, unless actively tracking or retrieving 2. Hunters may take white-tailed deer only wounded deer. on designated deer hunting areas as shown 3. We require a valid State permit for tur- on brochures available from the refuge man- key hunting. ager. 4. During firearms deer season, hunters 3. Deer hunting during firearms seasons must wear in a conspicuous manner as an must be from designated stands only, unless outer layer on the head, chest, and back a actively tracking or retrieving wounded minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of deer. We allow hunters to hunt from portable solid-colored orange clothing or material. stands during archery hunts in all des- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ignated areas and during firearms hunts in the Slaughter Canal Area only. Tree stands PRIME HOOK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE must be portable, temporary in design, and completely removed at the end of each day. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow The Service is not responsible for any stands hunting of waterfowl, coot, mourning dove, left overnight. snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of 4. All persons in firearms hunting areas the refuge in accordance with State regula- must display a minimum of 400 total square tions subject to the following conditions: inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-blaze-orange mate- 1. We require daily permits and fees. The rial on their head, chest, and back. Blaze-or- permits are nontransferable. Consult with ange camouflage is not acceptable. This in- the refuge manager for details on permit cludes hunters who are archery hunting on conditions. the refuge during days that coincide with 2. For all refuge hunts, a hunting or non- State firearms hunt dates for deer. hunting adult age 18 or older must accompany a permitted juvenile age 17 or under. 5. Hunters may use or possess slugs only 3. Hunters may take waterfowl and coot on during designated shotgun seasons. the Waterfowl Hunting Area only as des- 6. Each permitted hunter has a season ignated on brochures available from the ref- limit of only one antlered deer on the refuge. uge manager. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- 4. The refuge is open to hunting of water- bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- fowl and coot on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fri- cordance with State regulations subject to days, and Saturdays throughout the State the following conditions: waterfowl hunting seasons from 1⁄2 hour be- 1. We allow fishing and launching of boats fore legal sunrise until 3 p.m. Consult the on designated areas as shown on brochures refuge manager for dates when we close to available from the refuge manager. hunting or have limited hunts. 2. The refuge is open from 1⁄2 hour before 5. Access to the Waterfowl Hunting Area is legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. by boat only and hunters must use des- All boats must be off the water at legal sun- ignated launching sites to launch their set. boats. 3. Anglers using boats on Turkle and 6. We prohibit the use of air-thrust and in- Fleetwood Ponds may propel them manually board water-thrust boats on all waters with- or with electric motors only.

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4. We prohibit the use of air-thrust and in- 11. Hunters must complete a Migratory board water-thrust boats on all waters with- Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361) and in the refuge boundaries. We allow a max- place it in an entrance fee canister each day imum of 30HP on Prime Hook Creek. prior to exiting the refuge. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 12. All youth hunters under age 16 must be FR 29074, May 18, 1993; 60 FR 62041, Dec. 4, supervised by a licensed and permitted adult 1995; 65 FR 30781, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56401, 21 years of age or older, and must remain Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46355, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR with the adult while hunting. Youth hunters 54362, Sept. 8, 2004; 74 FR 45681, Sept. 3, 2009] must have completed a hunter education course. § 32.28 Florida. 13. We allow only boats equipped with factory-manufactured-water-cooled outboard The following refuge units have been motors, electric motors, and nonmotorized opened for hunting and/or fishing, and boats. We prohibit boats with air-cooled en- are listed in alphabetical order with gines, airboats, fan boats, hovercraft, and applicable refuge-specific regulations. personal watercraft (Jet Skis, Jet Boats, Wave Runners, etc.). ARTHUR R. MARSHALL LOXAHATCHEE 14. There is a 35 mph speed limit in all NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE waters of the refuge. A 500-foot (150-meter) A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Idle Speed Zone is at each of the refuge’s hunting of duck and coot on designated areas three boat ramps. of the refuge in accordance with State and 15. We require all boats operating outside Federal regulations subject to the following of the main perimeter canals (the L–40 conditions: Canal, L–39 Canal, L–7 Canal, and L–101 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- Canal) in interior areas of the refuge and uge waterfowl hunt permit (signed brochure) within the hunt area, to fly a 12-inch by 12- × while hunting. These brochures are available inch (30-cm 30-cm) orange flag 10 feet (3 m) at the refuge visitor center and on the ref- above the vessel’s waterline. uge’s Web site (http://www.fws.gov/ 16. We prohibit motorized vehicles of any loxahatchee). type on the levees and undesignated routes 2. We allow hunting in the interior of the (see § 27.31 of this chapter). refuge south of latitude line 26.27.130 and 17. For emergencies or to report violations, north of mile markers 12 and 14 (SEE PER- contact law enforcement personnel at 1–800– MIT MAP). We prohibit hunting from canals 307–5789. Law enforcement officers may be or levees and those areas posted as closed. monitoring VHF Channel 16. 3. Consult the refuge manager for current B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] waterfowl season dates and times. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 4. We do not open to hunting on Mondays, alligators on designated areas of the refuge Tuesdays, and Christmas Day. in accordance with Federal and State regula- 5. We allow hunting on the refuge from 1⁄2 tions and subject to the following conditions: hour before legal sunrise to 1 p.m. Hunters 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- may enter the refuge no earlier than 4 a.m. uge alligator hunt permit (signed brochure) and must be off the refuge by 3 p.m. while hunting. These brochures are available 6. Hunters may only enter and leave the at the refuge visitor center and on the ref- refuge at the Headquarters Area (Boynton uge’s Web site (http://www.fws.gov/ Beach) and the Hillsboro Area (Boca Raton). loxahatchee/). 7. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- 2. We allow hunting in the interior of the rying firearms on national wildlife refuges refuge south of latitude line 26.27.130 and must comply with all provisions of Federal, north of mile markers 12 and 14, including State, and local law. Persons may only use the canals south of that line (SEE PERMIT (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- MAP). We prohibit hunting from levees and uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter those areas posted as closed. and specific refuge regulations in this part 3. Consult the refuge manager for current 32). alligator hunt season dates and times. 8. We allow only temporary blinds of na- 4. We allow hunting on the refuge 1 hour tive vegetation. We prohibit the taking, re- before sunset on Friday night through 1 hour moving, or destroying of refuge vegetation after sunrise Saturday morning, and 1 hour (see § 27.51 of this chapter). before sunset on Saturday night through 1 9. Hunters must remove decoys and other hour after sunrise Sunday morning. Alli- personal property (see § 27.93 of this chapter) gator hunting will be permitted the first 2 from the hunting area each day. weekends during Harvest Period 1 (August) 10. We encourage the use of dogs to re- and the first 2 weekends during Harvest Pe- trieve dead or wounded waterfowl. Dogs riod 2 (September). Following the close of must remain under the immediate control of Harvest Period 2, the remaining weekends in the owner at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this October will be open for alligator harvest chapter). We prohibit pets at all other times. permittees who possess unused CITES tags.

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Specific dates for the alligator hunt will be rest of the refuge. We prohibit fishing in provided on the harvest permit. Management Compartments A, B, and C, and 5. Hunters 18 years and older must be in those areas posted as closed to fishing or the possession of all necessary State and Federal public. licenses, permits, and CITES tags, as well as 4. We only allow the use of rods and reels a refuge hunt permit (signed hunt brochure) and poles and lines, and anglers must attend while hunting on the refuge. They must pos- them at all times. sess an Alligator Trapping License with 5. We prohibit commercial fishing and the CITES tags or an Alligator Trapping Agent taking of frogs, turtles, and other wildlife License, if applicable. (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 6. Hunters under the age of 18 may not 6. We prohibit the possession or use of cast hunt, but may only accompany an adult of at nets, seines, trot lines, jugs, gigs, and other least 21 years of age who possesses an Alli- fishing devices. gator Trapping Agent License. 7. Anglers may only launch boats at the 7. Hunters may only enter and leave the Headquarters Area (Boynton Beach), the refuge at the Hillsboro Area (Loxahatchee Hillsboro Area (Boca Raton), and 20 Mile Road, Boca Raton). Bend (West Palm Beach). 8. Alligators may be taken using hand-held 8. Conditions A4, A8, A14 through A17, and snares, harpoons, gigs, snatch hooks, artifi- A19 apply. cial lures, manually operated spears, spear 9. Anglers, their vehicles, boats, equip- guns, and crossbows. Alligators may not be ment, and other belongings are subject to in- taken using baited hooks, baited wooden spection by Service law enforcement officers. pegs, or firearms. Bang sticks (a hand held pole with a pistol or shotgun cartridge on CEDAR KEYS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the end in a very short barrel) with nontoxic ammunition are only allowed for tak- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ing alligators attached to a restraining line. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Once an alligator is captured, it must be C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] killed immediately. Once the alligator is D. Sport Fishing. We allow salt water sport taken or harvested, a CITES tag must be fishing year-round in accordance with State locked through the skin of the carcass with- regulations subject to the following condi- in 6 inches of the tip of the tail. The tag tion: We will close a 300 foot (90 m) buffer must remain attached to the alligator at all zone beginning at mean high tide line and times. extending into the waters around Seahorse 9. Hunters must complete a Big Game Har- Key to all public entry from March 1 through vest Report (FWS Form 3–2359) and place it June 30. in an entrance fee canister each day prior to exiting the refuge. A State Alligator Report CHASSAHOWITZKA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE form required by the State along with the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunt permit (signed refuge brochure) must hunting of ducks and coots on designated be submitted to the refuge within 24 hours of areas of the refuge subject to the following taking each alligator. condition: We require permits. 10. Persons possessing, transporting, or B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and armadillo on uges must comply with all provisions of Fed- designated areas of the refuge subject to the eral, State, and local law. Persons may only following condition: We require permits. use (discharge) firearms in accordance with C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of refuge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter white-tailed deer and feral hogs on des- and specific refuge regulations in this part ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- 32). lowing condition: We require permits. 11. Hunters must remove all personal prop- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the erty (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge year round subject to the following hunting area each day. condition: You must fish in accordance with 12. Conditions A13 through A17 apply. State regulations. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance EGMONT KEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE with Federal and State regulations and subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] to legal sunset. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. Special black bass regulations are in ef- D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on fect within the boundaries of the refuge. The designated areas of the refuge subject to the daily creel limit is five black bass per per- following conditions: son, per day, where only one bass may be 1. Fishing is permitted only from sunrise over 14 inches (35 cm) in length. to sunset. 3. We allow fishing south of a line of lati- 2. Fishing is permitted year-round, from tude of 26.27.130 and in the rim canal in the refuge beaches only.

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HOBE SOUND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE motors, must be in a nonuse position (out of the water) when in the ‘‘no-motor zone.’’ A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 8. We allow vessels propelled only by poll- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing, paddling, floating, or electric motors in C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] the posted ‘‘pole/troll zone’’ of the Wulfert D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- Flats Management Area. All non-electric ignated areas of the refuge in accordance motors must be in a non-use position (out of with State regulations subject to the fol- the water) when in the ‘‘pole/troll zone.’’ lowing conditions: 9. We prohibit camping on all refuge lands 1. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise and overnight mooring of vessels on all ref- to legal sunset. uge waters. 2. We allow salt-water fishing along the At- 10. We allow anglers to launch canoes and lantic Ocean and Indian River Lagoon year- kayaks anywhere on the north side of Wild- round in accordance with State recreational life Drive. We prohibit launching motorized fishing regulations. vessels over 14 feet (4.2 m) in length from 3. We prohibit commercial fishing and the Wildlife Drive. We allow launching of motor- taking of frogs, turtles, and other wildlife ized vessels only 14 feet (4.2 m) or less in (see § 27.21 of this chapter). length from designated site #2. 4. We allow the use of only rods and reels 11. We allow public access to Wildlife Drive and poles and lines, and anglers must attend and Indigo Trail, except on Fridays, when we them at all times. close Wildlife Drive to all public access. See 5. We allow only two poles per angler, and hours posted at the front gate, on the refuge anglers must attend those poles at all times Web site http://www.fws.gov/dingdarling/, or in conjunction with the Martin County, call 239–472–1100. Florida, two-pole ordinance. 12. All visitors (e.g., anglers and photog- 6. We prohibit motorized vehicles of any raphers) must exit refuge lands and waters type on the fire roads, undesignated routes, no later than 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. and areas posted as closed (see § 27.31 of this 13. We prohibit all public entry into the chapter). impoundments on the left side of Wildlife 7. Anglers, their vehicles, boats, equip- Drive. ment, and other belongings are subject to in- 14. We prohibit commercial fishing and spection by Service law enforcement officers. crabbing (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 8. For emergencies or to report violations, 15. We prohibit the possession or use of contact law enforcement personnel at 1–800– seines or trot lines. 307–5789. Law enforcement officers may be 16. We prohibit the use of cast nets from monitoring VHF Channel 16. Wildlife Drive or any structure affixed to shore. J. N. ‘‘DING’’ DARLING NATIONAL WILDLIFE 17. All fish must remain in whole condi- REFUGE tion. 18. We prohibit the use of bows and spears A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] from Wildlife Drive or any structure affixed B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] to shore. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 19. We prohibit airboats, Hovercraft, and D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- personal watercraft (Go Devils, Jet Skis, jet bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- boats, and Wave Runners). cordance with State regulations subject to 20. Vessels must not exceed slow speed/ the following conditions: minimum wake in refuge waters. 1. We prohibit fishing and crabbing in all 21. We close to public entry all refuge is- waters of the Bailey Tract except for Smith lands (including rookery islands) except for Pond and Airplane Canal. designated trails. 2. We allow fishing and crabbing in all other refuge waters except in areas des- LAKE WOODRUFF NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ignated as ‘‘closed to public entry’’. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 3. We prohibit the taking of horseshoe B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] crabs, stone crabs, or spider crabs. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 4. We allow the take of blue crabs with the white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated use of dip nets only. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 5. The daily limit of blue crabs is 20 per regulations subject to the following condi- person (including no more than 10 non- tion: We require refuge permits. eggbearing females). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 6. We prohibit kite surfing, kite boarding, designated areas of the refuge in accordance wind surfing, sail boarding, and any similar with State regulations subject to the fol- type of activities. lowing conditions: 7. We allow vessels propelled only by poll- 1. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise ing, paddling, or floating in the posted ‘‘no- to legal sunset. motor zone’’ of the J.N. ‘‘Ding’’ Darling Wil- 2. We prohibit the use of airboats on the derness Area. All motors, including electric refuge.

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3. We prohibit commercial fishing or the (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) at the taking of frogs or turtles (see § 27.21 of this end of the refuge deer hunting season. chapter). 14. Hunters utilizing the refuge are subject 4. We prohibit the use of snatch hooks in to inspection of licenses, permits, hunting the refuge impoundments. equipment, bag limits, vehicles, and their 5. When boating, you must slow down and contents during compliance checks by refuge observe all manatee speed zones and caution or State law enforcement officer. areas. 15. Hunters must be at their vehicles by 1 hour after legal shooting time. LOWER SUWANNEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE 16. We prohibit cleaning of game within REFUGE 1,000 feet (300 m) of any developed public A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow recreation area, game check station, or gate. hunting of duck and coot on designated areas 17. We prohibit the dumping of game car- of the refuge in accordance with State regu- casses on the refuge. lations subject to the following conditions: 18. We prohibit consumption of alcohol or 1. We require hunters to possess and carry possession of open alcohol containers while a signed copy of the refuge annual hunt bro- hunting (see § 32.2(j)). chure for all hunts. The signed brochure is a B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting permit to hunt on the refuge. of feral hog, gray squirrel, armadillo, opos- 2. We designate open and closed refuge sum, rabbit, raccoon, coyote, and beaver on hunting areas on the map in the refuge hunt designated areas of the refuge in accordance brochure. The hunter must possess and carry with State regulations subject to the fol- this brochure while hunting on the refuge. lowing conditions: The refuge can designate temporary closed 1. Conditions A1 through A18 apply. hunting areas at the management’s discre- 2. We will print dates for the refuge upland tion for refuge management activities (e.g., game (small game) hunting season in the an- prescribed burns, forestry, habitat restora- nual refuge hunt brochure. Contact the ref- tion, wildlife management). uge office for specific dates. 3. You must park vehicles in a manner that 3. You may use only .17, .22, and .22 mag- does not block roads or gates (see § 27.31(h) of num caliber rimfire rifle firearms (see § 27.42 this chapter). of this chapter), bows, or shotguns with shot 4. We prohibit the use of ATVs (see § 27.31(f) no larger than #4 birdshot when hunting. of this chapter). The refuge retains the discretion to allow 5. We prohibit horses. the use of a crossbow during refuge hunts. 6. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- 4. We allow night hunting in accordance rying firearms on national wildlife refuges with State regulations for raccoon and opos- must comply with all provisions of State and sum on Wednesday through Saturday nights local law. Persons may only use (discharge) from legal sunset until legal sunrise during firearms in accordance with refuge regula- the month of February. tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of refuge regulations in § 32). big game on designated areas of the refuge in 7. We prohibit hunting from or within 150 accordance with State regulations subject to feet (45 m) of all refuge roads open to public the following conditions: vehicle travel. 1. Conditions A1 through A18 apply. 8. We prohibit construction of permanent 2. We prohibit the use of hunting and blinds or stands. tracking dogs for all deer and hog hunts. 9. In addition to State hunter education re- 3. We require quota hunt permits (issued quirements, an adult (parent or guardian) through a random draw—name, address, age 21 or older must supervise and must re- phone number requested) for the limited deer main within sight of and in normal voice gun hunt, limited hog hunt, and limited contact of the youth hunter age 15 and youth gun deer hunt. They cost $12.50 for the under. Parents or adult guardians are re- limited deer gun hunt and limited hog hunt. sponsible for ensuring that hunters under Instructions on how to apply are printed in age 16 do not engage in conduct that would the annual refuge hunt brochure. constitute a violation of the refuge regula- 4. Quota hunt permits are nontransferable. tions. An adult may supervise no more than 5. During the refuge archery season, hunt- two youths. ers may only use archery equipment in ac- 10. We prohibit guiding or participating in cordance with State archery regulations. a guided hunt where a fee is charged. 6. During the refuge muzzleloader season, 11. We prohibit target practice or any nonhunters may only use muzzleloading fire- hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of arms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) in accord- this chapter). ance with State muzzleloader regulations. 12. We prohibit marking any tree, or other 7. We prohibit hunting from a tree in which refuge feature, with flagging, litter, paint, or a metal object has been inserted (see blaze. § 32.2(i)). 13. We allow marking trails with reflective 8. You may leave temporary tree stands on markers, but you must remove the markers the refuge starting on the last weekend of

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August, but you must remove them by the 24. We only allow shotguns with shot no last day of the general gun hunting season larger than size 2 common shot or bows and (see § 27.93 of this chapter). You may also arrows for spring turkey hunting. leave temporary tree stands on the refuge 25. We retain the discretion to allow the beginning the Saturday prior to the limited use of crossbows during all or portions of ref- hog hunt, but you must remove them by the uge hunts. We may allow, on a case-by-case last day of the upland game season. basis, individuals with a State-issued dis- 9. All hunters (including all persons accom- abled-persons crossbow permit use of cross- panying hunters) must wear a minimum of bows. Those individuals will hunt according 500 square inches (3,250 cm 2) of fluorescent to State regulations. orange visible above the waistline while D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on hunting during all refuge deer gun hunts. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 10. We prohibit the use of organized drives with State regulations subject to the fol- for taking or attempting to take game. lowing conditions: 11. The refuge general gun season lasts 14 1. Anglers may take game and nongame days during the Florida State Zone C Gen- fish only with pole and line or rod and reel. eral Gun Season. We will print dates in the 2. We prohibit taking of frogs and turtles annual refuge hunt brochure. Contact the (see § 27.21 of this chapter). refuge office for specific dates. 3. We prohibit leaving boats on the refuge 12. The refuge limited either-sex deer hunt overnight (see § 27.93 of this chapter). coincides with the State’s either-sex deer 4. We prohibit consumption of alcohol or hunting season. We will print dates in the possession of open alcohol containers. annual refuge hunt brochure. Contact the refuge office for specific dates. MERRITT ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 13. The youth limited Gun Deer Hunt follows the refuge general gun season. We will A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow print dates in the annual refuge hunt bro- hunting of duck and coot on designated areas chure. Contact the refuge office for specific of the refuge in accordance with State regu- dates. lations subject to the following conditions: 14. The refuge limited hog hunt lasts 7 1. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- days. We will print dates in the annual ref- rying firearms on national wildlife refuges uge hunt brochure. Contact the refuge office must comply with all provisions of Federal, for specific dates. State, and local law. Persons may only use 15. During the limited youth hunt, an adult (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- age 21 or older must accompany the youth, uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter age 15 and under, but only the youth hunter and part 32). may hunt and handle the firearm. 2. Hunters must possess and carry a cur- 16. We confine the limited youth hunt to rent, signed Merritt Island National Wildlife the Levy County portion of the refuge, and Refuge hunt permit (signed brochure) at all hunters must access the refuge from Levy times while hunting waterfowl on the refuge. County Road 347. 3. Hunters must possess and carry (or hunt 17. We allow hunting of deer (except spot- within 30 yards [27 m] of a hunter who posted fawns), feral hog (no size or bag limit), sesses) a valid refuge waterfowl hunting gray squirrel, rabbit, armadillo, opossum, quota permit (State permit) while hunting in raccoon, beaver, and coyote during the arch- areas 1 or 4 from the beginning of the regular ery season. waterfowl season through December 31. No 18. Hunters may take deer, with one or more than four hunters will hunt using a sin- more antlers at least 5 inches (12.5 cm) in gle valid refuge waterfowl hunting quota per- length visible above the hairline, and feral mit. hog (no bag or size limit) during the muzzle- 4. We allow hunting on Wednesdays, Satur- loader and general-gun season. days, Sundays, and all Federal holidays, in- 19. Hunters may take hog (no size or bag cluding Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New limit), and a maximum of two deer per day, Year’s Day, that fall within the State’s wa- during the limited deer gun hunt and limited terfowl season. youth gun deer hunt, except only one deer 5. We allow hunting in four designated may be antlerless for each of the 2-day lim- areas of the refuge as delineated in the ref- ited hunts. uge hunting regulations map. We prohibit 20. Hunters may take hog (no size or bag hunters to enter the normal or expanded re- limit) during the limited hog hunt. stricted areas of the Kennedy Space Center. 21. Hunters must check all game harvested 6. We allow hunting of only waterfowl on during all deer and hog hunts. refuge-established hunt days from the legal 22. Hunters may take only bearded turkeys shooting time (1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise) and only during the State Zone C youth tur- until 1 p.m. key hunt and spring turkey season. 7. We allow entrance to the refuge no ear- 23. Shooting hours for spring turkey begin lier than 4 a.m. for the purpose of waterfowl 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise and end at 1 p.m. hunting.

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8. We require all hunters to successfully 10. We prohibit motorized vessels in the complete a State-approved hunter education Banana River within the posted ‘‘No-Motor course. Zone,’’ including any vessel having an at- 9. We require an adult, age 21 or older, to tached motor or a nonattached motor capa- supervise hunters age 15 and younger. ble of use (including electric trolling motor). 10. We prohibit accessing a hunt area from 11. We prohibit fishing within the normal Black Point Wildlife Drive. We prohibit leav- or expanded restricted areas of the Kennedy ing vehicles parked on Black Point Wildlife Space Center (KSC), unless those areas are Drive, Playalinda Beach Road, or Scrub officially designated by KSC as special fish- Ridge Trail (see § 27.31 of this chapter). ing opportunity sites. 11. We prohibit construction of permanent 12. We allow vessels drafting 12″ (30 cm) or blinds (see § 27.92 of this chapter) or digging less (measured while vessel is fully stopped) into dikes. to be propelled only by poling, paddling, 12. We prohibit hunting or shooting within drifting, or electric trolling motors in the es- 15 feet (4.5 m) or shooting from any portion tablished Pole & Troll Zone(s), except in the of a dike, dirt road, or railroad grade. posted running channels. 13. We prohibit hunting or shooting within 13. We prohibit kite surfing, kite boarding, 150 yards (135 m) of SR 402, SR 406, any paved wind surfing, sail boarding, and other similar road right-of-way, or any road open to vehi- nonwildlife-oriented recreational activities. cle traffic. We prohibit shooting over any 14. We require all guides to purchase, pos- dike or roadway. sess, and carry a Commercial Harvesting 14. All hunters must stop at posted refuge Permit (NPS Form 10–930). waterfowl check stations and report statis- 15. We will remove abandoned or un- tical hunt information on the Migratory checked crab pots after 72 hours (see § 27.93 of Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361) to ref- this chapter). uge personnel. 16. We prohibit glass beverage containers. 15. Hunters may not possess more than 25 17. Persons possessing, transporting, or shells in one hunt day. carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] uges must comply with all provisions of Fed- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] eral, State, and local law. Persons may only D. Sport Fishing. We allow you to fish, crab, use (discharge) firearms in accordance with clam, oyster, and shrimp in designated areas refuge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter of the refuge as delineated in the refuge fish- and part 32). ing regulations map in accordance with PELICAN ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE State regulations subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1. Anglers must possess and carry a cur- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] rent, signed refuge fishing permit (signed C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] brochure) at all times while fishing on the D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on refuge. designated areas of the refuge subject to the 2. We prohibit fishing after legal sunset or following conditions: before legal sunrise, except that we allow 1. Fishing is permitted year-round. fishing at night from a vessel in the open 2. Bank fishing from spoil islands is per- waters of Mosquito Lagoon, Indian River La- mitted, during daylight hours only. goon, Banana River, and Haulover Canal. PINELLAS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. We allow launching of boats for night fishing activities only from Bair’s Cove, Bea- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] con 42, and Bio Lab boat ramps. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 4. We prohibit crabbing or fishing, and ac- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] cess for the purpose of crabbing or fishing, D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on from Black Point Wildlife Drive or any side designated areas of the refuge subject to the road connected to Black Point Wildlife Drive following condition: Fishing is only per- except L Pond Road. mitted from boats, into the waters sur- 5. We prohibit launching boats, canoes, or rounding Tarpon Key. kayaks from Black Point Wildlife Drive or any side road connected to Black Point Wild- ST. MARKS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE life Drive except L Pond Road. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 6. Anglers and crabbers must attend their hunting of duck and coot on designated areas lines at all times. of the refuge in accordance with State regu- 7. We prohibit harvesting and possession of lations subject to the following conditions: horseshoe crab, frog, turtle, snake, and/or 1. You must remove blinds daily (see § 27.93 other wildlife (see § 27.21 of this chapter). of this chapter). 8. We prohibit use of personal watercraft, 2. We allow retriever dogs to recover game. air thrust boats, and hovercraft. 3. We prohibit migratory game bird hunt- 9. Vessels must not exceed idle speed in ing in the Executive Closure Areas on the Bairs Cove and KARS Marina. refuge.

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4. Hunters may access the hunt area by station as specified in the refuge hunt bro- boat. chure. You must check out upon completion B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting if hunting each day. of grey squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and feral 2. Conditions B2 and B4 through B10 apply. hog on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 3. You may access the refuge hunt areas by cordance with State regulations subject to vehicle for pre-hunt scouting 2 days prior to the following conditions: the hunt for which you are drawn (lottery 1. We require refuge permits (signed bro- administered by the State). chure) for hunting upland game. Permits are 4. There is a two deer limit per hunt as available at no cost from the refuge office or specified in condition C8 below, except in the can be downloaded and printed from the ref- youth hunt where the limit is as specified in uge Web site. Each hunter must possess and C9 below. The limit for turkey is one per carry a signed refuge permit while partici- hunt. There is no limit on feral hog. pating in a hunt. 5. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. 2. All visitors must wear 500 square inches 6. There are two fall archery hunts: Hunt- 2 (3,250 cm ) of fluorescent orange above the ers may harvest either-sex deer, feral hog, waistline while in a designated hunting unit and either-sex turkey during the fall archery during a refuge hunt. hunts. There will be a fall archery hunt on 3. You may use .22 caliber or smaller rim- the Panacea and Wakulla Units. fire rifles, shotguns with nontoxic shot (#4 7. There are two modern gun hunts. Hunt- bird shot or smaller) (see § 32.2(k)), or ers may harvest deer, feral hog, and bearded muzzleloaders to harvest squirrel, rabbit, turkey. Modern guns must meet State re- and raccoon. In addition, you may use shotgun slugs, buckshot, archery equipment, or quirements. We will hold one hunt on the pistols to take feral hogs. We prohibit the Panacea Unit and one hunt on the Wakulla use of other weapons. Unit. See condition C8 for game limits. Con- 4. We allow the use of leashed dogs for tact the refuge office for specific dates. trailing injured or harvested game. We pro- 8. The bag limit for white-tailed deer is hibit unleashed dogs. two deer per scheduled hunt period. We allow 5. There is no limit on the size or number hunters to harvest two antlerless deer per of feral hog that hunters may take. scheduled hunt period. We define antlerless 6. We allow hunting on designated areas of deer per State regulations (i.e., un-antlered the refuge. Contact the refuge office for spe- deer or antlered deer with both antlers less cific dates. than 5 inches in length). Otherwise, hunters 7. We prohibit hunting from any named or may harvest one antlerless deer and one ant- numbered road (with the exception of per- lered deer per hunt. Hunters must ensure sons hunting during the mobility impaired that antlered deer must have at least 3 hunt). points, of 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) or more 8. We prohibit cleaning of game within length. 1,000 feet (300 m) of any residence, developed 9. There is one youth hunt, for youth ages public recreation area, or game check sta- 12 to 17, on the St. Marks Unit in an area we tion. will specify in the refuge hunt brochure. 9. You must check out all game taken at a Hunters may harvest two deer, either two game check station. un-antlered deer as defined in C8 or one un- 10. We prohibit the use of flagging, paint, antlered deer and one antlered deer. An adult blazes, or reflective trail markers (see § 27.93 age 21 or older acting as a mentor must ac- of this chapter). company each youth hunter. One youth tur- 11. We limit vehicle access to permitted key hunt will be conducted in a similar man- hunters during the hunt. ner. The limit will be one gobbler per hunter. 12. Portions of the refuge adjacent to Flint Only the youth hunter may handle or dis- Rock Wildlife Management Area (as specified charge firearms. Contact the refuge office for in the hunt brochure) will be open concur- specific dates. rent with Flint Rock Wildlife Management 10. There is one mobility-impaired hunt. Area seasons and regulations except only Hunters may have an assistant accompany feral hog, grey squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon them. You may transfer permits issued to as- may be harvested. sistants. We limit those hunt teams to har- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of vesting white-tailed deer and feral hog with- white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey in in the limits described in condition C8. Con- accordance with State regulations subject to tact the refuge office for specific dates. the following conditions: 11. There is one spring gobbler turkey 1. We require refuge permits (hunters apply hunt. You may harvest one bearded turkey through State for license—fee charged). Per- per hunt. You may only use shotguns or mits are nontransferable. There is an addi- archery equipment to harvest turkey. Con- tional fee for duplicate permits. Each hunter tact the refuge office for specific dates. We must possess and carry a signed permit when prohibit hunting after 1 p.m. participating in a hunt. Prior to hunting 12. Portions of the refuge adjacent to Flint each day, you must check-in at a hunt check Rock Wildlife Management Area (as specified

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in the hunt brochure) will be open concur- office for details on receiving a permit. We rent with Flint Rock Wildlife Management will charge fees for duplicate permits. Area seasons and regulations except only 2. We restrict hunting to three periods: white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey may Sambar deer, raccoon, and feral hog (primi- be harvested. We require a refuge permit tive weapons); white-tailed deer, raccoon, (signed brochure). feral hog (archery); and white-tailed deer, D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- raccoon, and feral hog (primitive weapons). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Contact the refuge office for specific dates. with State regulations subject to the fol- Hunters may check-in and set up camp sites lowing conditions: and stands on the day prior to the scheduled 1. We prohibit taking blue crabs from im- hunt as specified in the brochure. Hunters pounded water on the St. Marks Unit. must leave the island and remove all equip- 2. We only allow fishing in refuge lakes, ment by the date and time specified in the ponds, and impoundments from 1⁄2 hour be- brochure. fore legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sun- 3. Hunters must check in at the check sta- set. tions on the island. We restrict entry onto 3. We allow fishing in tidal and coastal St. Vincent Island to the Indian Pass and waters 24 hours per day year-round. West Pass Campsites. We restrict entry dur- 4. We prohibit use of boats with motors ing the sambar deer hunt to the West Pass over 10 hp on any refuge lake or pond. Campsite. All access to hunt areas will be on 5. We allow use of hand-launched boats on foot or by bicycle from these areas. impoundments on the St. Marks Unit from 4. Hunt hours are 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- March 15 through October 15 each year. We rise until 3 p.m. for the sambar deer hunt. prohibit launching of boats from trailers in All other hunt times will be in accordance the impoundments in the St. Marks Unit. We with State regulations. prohibit all gasoline-powered motors in the 5. We restrict camping and fires (see impoundments in the St. Marks Unit. § 27.95(a) of this chapter) to the two des- 6. We prohibit taking of frogs or turtles ignated camping areas. We may restrict or (see § 27.21 of this chapter). ban fires during dry periods. 7. We prohibit use of cast nets or traps to take fish from any lake, pond, or impound- 6. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- ment on the refuge. holic beverages during the refuge hunt pe- 8. You must attend all fishing equipment. riod (see § 32.2(j)). 9. We prohibit bow fishing on refuge lakes, 7. You may set up tree stands only after ponds, and impoundments. you check in, and you must remove them 10. The interior ponds and lakes on the from the island at the end of the hunt (see Panacea Unit are open year-round for bank §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). fishing. We open vehicle access to these 8. You may retrieve game from the closed areas from March 15 through May 15 each areas only if accompanied by a refuge staff year. Ponds and lakes that anglers access member or a refuge officer. from County Road 372 are open year-round 9. We limit weapons to primitive weapons for fishing and boating. (bow and arrow and muzzleloader) on the 11. We prohibit commercially registered sambar deer hunt and the primitive weapons boats, air-thrust boats, commercial guides, white-tailed deer hunt. We limit the archery and personal watercraft to launch at the hunt to bow and arrow. Weapons must meet saltwater boat ramp on the St. Marks Unit. all State regulations. We prohibit crossbows 12. We prohibit air-thrust boats, personal during the white-tailed deer archery hunt ex- watercraft, and commercial guides to launch cept with a State disabled persons permit. from Wakulla Beach. 10. We allow only stand, still, and stalk 13. All fish must remain in a whole condi- hunting. We prohibit game drives. tion when being transported from the refuge. 11. We prohibit the use of flagging, paint, blazes, or reflective trail markers. ST. VINCENT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 12. We prohibit target practice on the ref- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] uge (see § 27.42 of this chapter). You may dis- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] charge muzzleloaders at the designated dis- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of charge area between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. white-tailed deer, sambar deer, raccoon, and 13. Nonmovement stand hours for all hunts feral hog on designated areas of the refuge in will be from legal morning shooting time accordance with State regulations subject to until 9 a.m. the following conditions: 14. We prohibit discharging of weapons (in- 1. We require refuge permits (State li- cluding cap firing) in campgrounds (see cense—fee charged). The permits are non- § 27.42 of this chapter). transferable, and the hunter must possess 15. Hunting weapons must have the caps re- and carry them while hunting. Only signed moved from muzzleloaders and arrows quiv- permits are valid. We only allow people with ered before and after legal shooting hours. a signed refuge hunt permit on the island 16. Hunters must check out at the check during the hunt periods. Contact the refuge station prior to leaving the refuge at the end

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of their hunt. A refuge staff member or vol- 4. We allow only hunting in the areas post- unteer must check the campsites before the ed and shown on the refuge hunt brochure. hunters leave the refuge. 5. Hunters may enter the refuge from the 17. We prohibit motorized equipment, gen- south side of U.S. 41. We allow hunting from erators, or land vehicles (except bicycles). 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. 18. Bag limits: Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier than i. Sambar deer hunt—one sambar deer of 4 a.m. and must remove all decoys, guns, either sex, no limit on feral hog or raccoon. blinds, and other related equipment (see ii. Archery hunt—one white-tailed deer of § 27.93 of this chapter) by 1 p.m. daily. either sex (no spotted fawns or spike bucks), 6. We prohibit hunting within 100 yards (90 no limits on feral hog or raccoon. m) of the south edge of U.S. 41 and the area iii. Primitive weapons hunt – one white- posted around Marsh Trail extending south tailed deer buck having one or more forked from U.S. 41. antlers at least 5 inches (12.5 cm) in length 7. We prohibit pit blinds and permanent visible above the hairline with points greater blinds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). than 1 inch (12.5 cm) in length; we issue a 8. We allow and recommend prehunt scout- limited number of either-sex permits. If you ing from legal sunrise to legal sunset. have an either-sex permit, the bag limit is 9. Hunters may only take duck and coot one deer that may be antlerless or a buck with a shotgun (no larger than a 10 gauge). with legal antler configuration. There is no We prohibit target practice on the refuge limit on feral hog or raccoon. (see § 27.42 of this chapter). 19. We prohibit bringing live game into the 10. We prohibit air-thrust boats, hover- check station. craft, personal watercraft (jet skis, jet boats, 20. Hunters must observe quiet time in the and wave runners), and off-road vehicles at campground between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. We all times. We limit vessels to a maximum of prohibit loud or boisterous behavior or activ- a 25 hp outboard motor. ity. 11. We require all commercial guides to 21. We prohibit domestic animals. purchase, possess, and carry a refuge Special D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- Use Permit (FWS Form 3–1383). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 12. We allow and recommend use of dogs for with State regulations subject to the fol- waterfowl retrieval. Dogs must remain under lowing conditions: the immediate control of their handlers at 1. You may fish from 1⁄2 hour before legal all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). We sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset year- allow dogs during prehunt scouting. round. 13. We allow youth hunt days in accord- 2. We allow boats with electric motors. ance with State regulations. We also will You must remove all other motors from the designate a special youth hunt day during boats and secure them to a designated motor the second phase of the regular State water- rack with a lock and chain. fowl season that we will specify in the an- 3. We prohibit the use of live minnows as nual hunt brochure. Hunters under age 16 bait. may hunt only with a nonhunting adult age 4. We allow boats in refuge lakes from May 18 or older. Youth hunters must remain with- 15 through September 30. in sight and sound of the nonhunting adult. 5. We allow the use of only rods and reels 14. Persons possessing, transporting, or or poles and lines in the refuge lakes. An- carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- glers must attend their fishing equipment at uges must comply with all provisions of Fed- all times. eral, State, and local law. Persons may only 6. You may take only fish species and fish use (discharge) firearms in accordance with limits authorized by State regulations. We refuge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter prohibit taking of frog and/or turtle. and part 32). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] TEN THOUSAND ISLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow bing on the refuge in accordance with State hunting of duck and coot in accordance with regulations subject to the following condi- State regulations subject to the following tions: conditions: 1. We prohibit air-thrust boats, hovercraft, 1. We allow hunting daily during the early personal watercraft (jet skis, jet boats, and wood duck/teal season. wave runners), and off-road vehicles in the 2. We allow hunting only on Wednesdays, freshwater and brackish marsh area south of Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays U.S. 41. We limit vessels to a maximum of 25 that fall within the State’s waterfowl sea- hp outboard motor. son, including: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and 2. We allow fishing in the freshwater and New Year’s Day. brackish marsh area of the refuge year-round 3. Hunters must possess and carry a valid, from legal sunrise to legal sunset. You may signed refuge permit (signed brochure) at all fish the tidal and barrier island area of the times while hunting on the refuge. refuge year-round 24 hours a day.

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3. We only allow crabbing for recreational 1. Hunters must possess and carry a signed use in the freshwater and brackish marsh refuge hunting regulations brochure on their area of the refuge. You may use a dip or person at all times. They may obtain hunt landing net, drop net, or hook and line. information and refuge hunting brochures at 4. We prohibit commercial fishing and the the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex taking of snake, turtle, frog, and other wild- headquarters. life (see § 27.21 of this chapter) in the fresh- 2. Hunters must check-in no more than 1 water and brackish marsh area of the refuge. day in advance of the opening day of each 5. We prohibit the use of trotlines, gigs, hunt. We prohibit check-in after legal sunset spears, bush hooks, snatch hooks, crossbows, of the second hunt day. or bows and arrows of any type in the fresh- 3. Each hunter may place one stand on the water and brackish marsh area of the refuge. refuge no earlier than 1 month prior to the 6. Anglers and crabbers must attend their opening day of each hunt but must remove lines at all times. the stand (see § 27.93 of this chapter) by the 7. We require all commercial guides oper- end of each hunt. ating in the freshwater and brackish marsh 4. Hunters must check-in at the refuge area of the refuge to purchase, possess, and dock prior to setting up camp. We require carry a refuge Special Use Permit (FWS personal identification at check-in. Form 3–1383). 5. Within the refuge, you may only travel by foot or bicycle, except in the wilderness [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 area where we allow only foot travel. We FR 6690, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55185, Nov. 3, limit entry and exit points to the designated 1994; 61 FR 46394, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47376, check stations or other specified areas. We Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46915, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR prohibit hunters to leave by boat to reach 30781, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56401, Sept. 18, 2000; other parts of the island. 66 FR 46355, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58944, Sept. 6. You may only camp at the designated 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54378, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR camping area. 54163, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33168, June 11, 2008; 7. You must confine fires (see § 27.95 of this 74 FR 45682, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3956, Jan. 21, chapter) to the camping area. 2011; 76 FR 56066, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56037, 8. We prohibit flagging, blazing, or trail- Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14825, Mar. 17, 2014] marking devices to locate stands or for any other purpose. § 32.29 Georgia. 9. For hunting, we allow only bows in ac- The following refuge units have been cordance with State regulations. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 10. We prohibit the use of organized drives are listed in alphabetical order with for taking or attempting to take deer. 11. You may take five deer (no more than applicable refuge-specific regulations. two antlered), and we will issue State bonus BANKS LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tags for two of these. There is no bag limit on feral hog. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 12. Refuge personnel must check deer har- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] vested during the scheduled hunt before C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunters may remove them from the refuge. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 13. Hunters must be on their stands from 1⁄2 ignated areas of the refuge in accordance hour before legal sunrise until 9 a.m. and with State regulations subject to the fol- from 2 hours before legal sunset until 1⁄2 hour lowing conditions: after legal sunset. 1. We only allow the use of pole and line or 14. We prohibit target practice except in rod and reel, which the angler must attend designated areas (see § 27.42 of this chapter). at all times. 15. Hunters must be off the island by 12 2. We allow sport fishing after legal sunset; p.m. (noon) on Sunday. but we prohibit all other activity after legal 16. We close the refuge to the nonhunting sunset. public 1 day prior to and 1 day after the hunt 3. We prohibit marking of paths or naviga- period, as well as on hunt days. tional routes. 17. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 4. We prohibit swimming, wading, jet ski- remain within sight and normal voice con- ing, water skiing, and the use of airboats. tact of an adult age 21 or older, possessing a license. One adult may supervise no more BLACKBEARD ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE than one youth hunter. REFUGE 18. We prohibit mooring boats to the gov- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ernment dock except for loading and unload- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing purposes. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 19. We prohibit the use of trail or game white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated cameras. areas of the refuge in accordance with State D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on regulations subject to the following condi- designated areas of the refuge subject to the tions: following conditions:

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1. We allow freshwater fishing year-round 16. We prohibit walking or trespassing on from legal sunrise to legal sunset except dur- the railroad tracks to access the refuge. ing managed deer hunts. 17. We prohibit removal of live hogs from 2. Only nonmotorized boats and boats with the refuge. electric motors are permitted. 18. We prohibit the use of organized drives 3. The use of live minnows as bait is not for taking or attempting to take game. permitted. 19. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 4. Boats may not be left on the refuge over- remain within sight and normal voice con- night. tact of an adult age 21 or older possessing a 5. We allow bank/beach saltwater fishing valid hunting license. One adult may super- into estuarine waters only from legal sunrise vise no more than one youth hunter. to legal sunset except during managed hunts. 20. We prohibit taking, collecting, or disturbing any artifact, property, plant, wild- BOND SWAMP NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE life, or part thereof, other than that specifi- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow cally allowed by refuge regulation (see hunting of waterfowl, mourning dove, snipe, §§ 27.61 and 27.62 of this chapter). and woodcock on designated areas of the ref- 21. We prohibit littering (see § 27.94 of this uge in accordance with State regulations chapter). subject to the following conditions: 22. We prohibit disturbing, annoying, or 1. We coordinate hunting seasons and lim- interfering with other persons. its with the State and annually list them in 23. We prohibit open fires (see § 27.95(a) of the hunting brochure. this chapter). 2. We require you to possess and carry a 24. We prohibit ATVs on the refuge except signed refuge hunt brochure while hunting. by disabled hunters with a refuge Special The hunt brochure will serve as the hunt per- Use Permit (General Special Use Application mit. You may obtain this permit from the and Permit FWS Form 3–1383–G). refuge Web site, kiosks at designated park- 25. We prohibit off-road vehicle travel. ing lots, or the refuge office. 26. We prohibit vehicle travel around a 3. At the manager’s discretion we may zone closed gate. or restrict some of the areas of the refuge to 27. We prohibit blocking refuge roads, boat season of use, while we may close other areas ramp, or gates with vehicles, boats, or trail- to all public use. ers. 4. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- 28. We prohibit leaving vehicles, boats, or rying firearms on national wildlife refuges trailers on the refuge overnight (see § 27.93 of must comply with all provisions of State and this chapter). local law. Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in accordance with refuge regula- 29. We prohibit overnight camping and/or tions (50 CFR 27.42 and specific refuge regula- parking. tions in part 32). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 5. We allow the incidental take of feral hog of squirrel, rabbit, and quail on designated with legal weapons during open season. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 6. We allow only nontoxic shot with the use regulations subject to the following condi- of a shotgun in designated areas at the man- tions: ager’s discretion (see § 32.2(k)). 1. Conditions A1 through A8 and A10 7. We require hunters to report all har- through A29 apply. vested game at the check station before 2. We allow the use of hunting dogs during leaving the refuge (see hunting brochure). small game hunts. 8. We allow access to the hunt area from 1 3. We require each small game hunter to hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour after wear at least 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of legal sunset. hunter orange as an outer garment above the 9. We allow the use of hunting dogs during waist during small game hunts. migratory bird hunts. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting for 10. We allow motorized boats in designated white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey on areas at the manager’s discretion. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 11. We prohibit flagging, blazing, painting, with State regulations subject to the fol- or any other trail-marking devices. lowing conditions: 12. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 1. Conditions A1 through A8 and A10 m) of a road open to vehicle travel or within through A29 apply. 200 yards (180 m) of a building. 2. We may implement designated feral hog 13. We prohibit entry into the designated hunts at the manager’s discretion. hunt area by nonhunters during the hunts. 3. We prohibit the use of buckshot. 14. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 4. We prohibit the use of dogs during deer holic beverages while hunting on the refuge and feral hog hunts. (see § 32.2(j)). 5. We require each deer and feral hog hun- 15. We prohibit target practice or any non- ter to wear at least 500 square inches (3,250 hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of cm2) of hunter orange as an outer garment this chapter). above the waist during hunts.

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D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. After 4 p.m. we pro- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance hibit entry to the refuge. with State regulations subject to the fol- 8. During the hunts, we will restrict vehi- lowing conditions: cles to the auto tour route (see § 27.31 of this 1. We allow fishing from March 15 to Octo- chapter) and allow two-way traffic. ber 15, except on the Ocmulgee River, which 9. During the archery hunt, we allow only is open to fishing year-round. bows in accordance with State regulations. 2. We only allow access to the refuge and 10. We require gun hunters to check-in at fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset. the refuge headquarters between 4 a.m. and 5 3. We only allow fishing with pole and line a.m. and park in designated areas prior to or rod and reel. hunting. We prohibit entry by boat. 4. We prohibit boats on all refuge waters, 11. Hunters may take five deer (no more except the Ocmulgee River, where we allow than two antlered), and we will issue State boats. bonus tags for two of these. There is no bag 5. We prohibit leaving boats or other per- limit for feral hog. sonal equipment on the refuge overnight (see 12. During the gun hunt, we allow only § 27.93 of this chapter). shotguns (20 gauge or larger; slugs only) and 6. The minimum size limit for largemouth bows in accordance with State regulations. bass is 14 inches (490 cm). 13. We prohibit target practice (see § 27.42 of this chapter). EUFAULA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 14. Gun hunters must wear an outer garment with a minimum of 500 square inches Refer to § 32.20 Alabama for regulations. (3,250 cm2) of hunter-orange material above HARRIS NECK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the waistline. 15. Refuge personnel must check deer har- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] vested during refuge hunts before leaving the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] refuge. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 16. We prohibit the use of organized drives white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated for taking or attempting to take game. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 17. We will close the refuge to the non- regulations subject to the following condi- hunting public on all hunt days. tions: 18. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 1. To participate in the refuge bow hunt, remain within sight and normal voice con- hunters must possess and carry a signed ref- tact of an adult age 21 or older, possessing a uge hunting regulations brochure on their license. One adult may supervise no more person at all times. To participate in the ref- than one youth hunter. uge gun hunt, hunters must submit the 19. We prohibit the use of trail or game Quota Deer Hunt Application Form (FWS cameras. Form 3–2354). If drawn, hunters must submit D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on a permit fee in order to receive the hunt per- designated areas of the refuge subject to the mit. You may obtain information on hunt following conditions: regulations brochures, quota hunt applica- 1. We allow saltwater fishing year-round in tions, and quota hunt drawings at the refuge the estuarine waters adjacent to the refuge. office. 2. We allow bank fishing into estuarine 2. Each hunter may place one stand on the waters only from legal sunrise to legal sun- refuge during the week preceding each hunt, set except during managed hunts. but you must remove stands by the end of 3. We close the Barbour River Landing each hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). (boat ramp and parking areas) to the public 3. Hunters must be on their stands from 1⁄2 from 12 a.m. (midnight) to 4 a.m. hour before legal sunrise until 9 a.m. and 4. We prohibit freshwater fishing. from 2 hours before legal sunset until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. OKEFENOKEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. We prohibit use of flagging, blazing, or A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] trail-marking devices to locate stands or for B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow the any other purpose. hunting of rabbit, squirrel, bobwhite quail, 5. We prohibit hunting closer than 100 and turkey on the Cowhouse Unit of the ref- yards (90 m) to State Highway 131, the refuge uge. The season will be consistent with the entrance drive, refuge headquarters, Barbour adjacent Dixon Memorial Wildlife Manage- River Landing, Barbour River Road, or ment Area and in accordance with State Gould’s Cemetery. hunting regulations subject to the following 6. We require personal identification at conditions: check-in. 1. We only allow foot and bicycle traffic on 7. To hunt during the morning stand hours, the refuge portion of Cowhouse Island. bow hunters must enter the refuge through 2. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and the refuge entrance gate only, between 5 retrieve during quail hunts. a.m. and 6 a.m. We will allow hunters to exit 3. For more information, contact the ref- and re-enter through the entrance gate only, uge at 912–496–7836.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. We coordinate hunting seasons for rac- turkey only on the Cowhouse Island Unit of coon and opossum with the State and annu- the refuge. We allow hunting of white-tailed ally list them in the refuge hunt brochure. deer and feral hog at the Suwannee Canal 3. You must possess and carry a signed ref- Recreation Area, the Pocket Unit, and uge hunt permit while hunting. You may ob- Cowhouse Island Unit in accordance with tain the permit from the refuge office. State regulations subject to the following 4. We require a refuge hunt permit to hunt conditions: on the Hitchiti Experimental Forest in ac- 1. In the Pocket Unit: cordance with refuge hunting seasons and i. We only allow archery hunting and foot regulations. traffic. 5. We prohibit hunting or possessing weap- ii. You must sign-in and out. ons in areas posted ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or iii. You must remove tree stands daily (see ‘‘Area Closed’’ or designated as no hunting § 27.93 of this chapter). areas on the hunt brochure map (see §§ 27.42 iv. We prohibit dogs. and 27.43 of this chapter). 6. The refuge is a day-use-only area, with 2. In the Suwannee Canal Unit: the exception of legal hunting activities. i. We only allow two 1⁄2–day hunts (dates 7. We allow access to the hunt area for will be announced) and shotguns with slugs quail, squirrel, and rabbit hunting from 1 or muzzleloaders. hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour after legal ii. We require a refuge permit through ref- sunset. We prohibit overnight camping and/ uge lottery, which interested parties should or parking. enter before August 31 (fee will be an- 8. We allow hunting for raccoon and opos- nounced). sum from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the days listed iii. Hunters must remain on stands from 30 as open in the refuge hunt brochure. minutes before legal sunrise until 9 a.m. 9. We only allow .22 caliber or smaller rim- iv. You must sign-in and sign out. fire firearms for raccoon and opossum hunt- v. You must tag your deer with special ref- ing. uge tags. There is a limit of two deer of ei- 10. You may use dogs on designated areas ther sex per day. of the refuge in accordance with State regu- vi. We only zone Chesser Island Hunt area lations. to accommodate wheelchair hunters. 11. You must keep your dogs confined or on vii. Conditions B3, C1iii, and C1iv apply. a leash except when hunting, and you must viii. We prohibit dogs. remove your dogs upon your departure from 3. In the Cowhouse Island Unit: the refuge (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). i. Dixon Memorial Wildlife Management C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting for Area rules, regulations, dates, and times white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on apply. designated areas of the refuge in accordance ii. Conditions B1, B3, C1iii, and C1iv apply. with State regulations subject to the fol- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- lowing conditions: ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 1. Conditions B4, B5, and B6 apply. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We coordinate hunting seasons and lim- lowing conditions: its with the State and annually list them in 1. We allow motorized boats with motors 10 the refuge hunting brochure. hp or less. 3. We require you to possess and carry a 2. We prohibit possession of live bait fish. signed refuge permit while archery hunting. 3. We only allow the use of pole and line or You may obtain this permit from the refuge rod and reel. office. 4. In the Suwannee Canal unit: 4. We require a refuge hunt permit and i. We prohibit fishing in the boat basin. payment of a fee for the quota firearms ii. We prohibit fishing in ponds and canals hunts. You may obtain applications and in- along the Swamp Island Drive. formation about the hunt drawing from the refuge office. iii. We reserve the porch and canal area be- 5. We have a special deer hunt for disabled hind the visitor center for youth age 15 and hunters confined to wheelchairs. You may under and physically disabled. obtain information about this hunt from the 5. Condition B3 applies. refuge office. PIEDMONT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 6. We prohibit entry into designated hunt area by nonhunters during the hunts. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 7. We allow access to the hunting area B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting from 1 hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- after legal sunset. We prohibit overnight sum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- camping and/or parking except in the des- cordance with State regulations subject to ignated campground at Pippins Lake. You the following conditions: must have a refuge hunting permit to enter 1. We prohibit upland game hunting during and use the campground. refuge deer or turkey hunts. 8. We prohibit buckshot.

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9. We only allow alcoholic beverages in the SAVANNAH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE designated campground. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 10. We prohibit flagging, blazing, painting, hunting of duck and coot on designated areas or any other trail-marking devices. of the refuge north of Georgia Highway 25/ 11. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 South Carolina Highway 170 in accordance m) of a road open to vehicle travel or within with State regulations subject to the fol- 200 yards (180 m) of a building. lowing conditions: 12. You must bring any deer, turkey, or 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- hog you harvest to the refuge check station uge hunt regulations brochure at all times intact, except entrails, the day you kill them while hunting on the refuge. To participate and before you leave the refuge. We prohibit in the youth waterfowl hunt, hunters must possession of dressed deer, turkey, or hog un- submit the Waterfowl Lottery Application less you have checked them at the refuge (FWS Form 3–2355). If drawn, youth hunters check station. must submit a permit fee in order to receive 13. We prohibit ATVs on the refuge except the hunt permit. You may obtain informa- by disabled hunters with a refuge Special tion on regulations brochures, quota hunt Use Permit. applications, and quota hunt drawings at the 14. We prohibit target practice on the ref- refuge headquarters. uge, including the shooting of firearms or 2. We only allow temporary blinds. You bows in the designated campground, or any must remove decoys and other personal prop- nonhunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 erty from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of this of this chapter). chapter). 15. We prohibit audio equipment such as 3. We prohibit hunting on or within 100 radios or other noise-making devices such as yards (90 meters) of U.S. Highway 17, GA generators after 10 p.m. or before 6 a.m. in Highway 25/SC Highway 170, refuge facilities, the campground (see § 27.72 of this chapter). road, trails, and railroad rights-of-way, and 16. We prohibit dogs for hunting big game. within areas marked as closed. 17. We prohibit the use of organized drives 4. Youth hunters age 15 and under must re- for taking or attempting to take game. main within sight and normal voice contact 18. Youth hunters age 15 and under must of an adult age 21 or older, possessing a li- remain within sight and normal voice con- cense. One adult may supervise no more than tact of an adult age 21 or older possessing a two youth hunters. valid hunting license. One adult may super- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting vise no more than one youth hunter. of squirrel on designated areas of the refuge D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- in accordance with State regulations subject ignated areas of the refuge in accordance to the following conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- lowing conditions: uge hunt regulations brochure at all times 1. We allow fishing from April 1 to Sep- while hunting on the refuge. Refuge hunt tember 30. regulations brochures and other information are available at the refuge headquarters. 2. We only allow access to the refuge and 2. We only allow .22 caliber rimfire rifles or fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset. shotguns with #2 shot or smaller for squirrel 3. You may keep the following numbers of hunting. fish each day: bass—5; channel catfish—5; 3. We prohibit hunting on or within 100 sunfish or bream—15; all other species— yards (90 m) of U.S. Highway 17, GA Highway State limit. 25/SC Highway 170, refuge facilities, road and 4. We allow nonmotorized boats on all trails, railroad rights of way, and within ponds designated as open to fishing. We areas marked as closed. allow boats with electric motors only in 4. We prohibit the use of dogs. Pond 2A and Allison Lake. 5. During the period when the squirrel hunt 5. We limit fishing in Pond 21A to youths coincides with the refuge gun hunt for deer age 15 and under. and hogs, we require hunters to possess a big 6. We only allow fishing with pole and line game license (State) and to wear an outer or rod and reel. garment containing a minimum of 500 square 7. We prohibit leaving boats or other per- inches (3,250 cm2) of hunter-orange material sonal equipment on the refuge overnight (see above the waistline. § 27.93 of this chapter). 6. Condition A4 applies. 8. We prohibit the use of fish for bait. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 9. We prohibit placing or throwing in the white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on water feeds, grains, or other materials to designated areas of the refuge in accordance chum or attract fish. with State regulations subject to the fol- 10. You must immediately release any lowing conditions: grass carp you catch. We are using these fish 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- to help combat an exotic weed invasion in uge hunt regulations brochure at all times some ponds. while hunting on the refuge. To participate

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in the gun hunt for wheelchair-dependent 3. We prohibit the use of organized drives hunters, hunters must submit the Quota for taking or attempting to take game. Deer Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2354). If 4. Refuge personnel must check deer har- drawn, hunters must submit a permit fee in vested during scheduled hunts before hunters order to receive the hunt permit. You may leave the refuge. obtain information on hunt regulations bro- 5. Hunters may take five deer (no more chures, quota hunt applications, and quota than two antlered), and we will issue State hunt drawings at the refuge headquarters. bonus tags for two of these. There is no bag 2. We allow only bows, in accordance with limit on feral hog. State regulations, for deer and hog hunting 6. Hunters must be on their stands from 1⁄2 during the refuge archery hunt. hour before legal sunrise until 9 a.m. and 3. We allow only shotguns (20 gauge or from 2 hours before legal sunset until 1⁄2 hour larger; slugs only), center-fire rifles (.22 cal- after legal sunset. iber or larger), muzzleloaders, and bows, in 7. We prohibit target practice (see § 27.42 of accordance with State regulations, for deer this chapter). and hog hunting during the gun hunts. 8. We allow only bows and muzzleloading 4. You must remove hunt stands daily (see rifles, in accordance with State regulations, § 27.93 of this chapter). during primitive weapons hunt. 5. Hunters may take five deer (no more 9. When hunting, we allow only shotguns than two antlered). There is no bag limit on (20 gauge or larger; slug only), center-fire ri- feral hog. fles (.22 caliber or larger), bows, and primi- 6. Conditions A4 and B3 apply. tive weapons, in accordance with State regu- 7. Turkey hunters may harvest only three lations, during the gun hunt. gobblers (male turkey). 10. We prohibit mooring boats to the gov- 8. We allow shotguns with only #2 shot or ernment dock except for loading or unload- smaller and bows, in accordance with State ing purposes. 11. Hunters must check-in at the refuge regulations, for turkey hunting. We prohibit dock prior to setting up camp. We require the use of slugs or buckshot during turkey personal identification at check-in. hunts. 12. We only allow camping at the des- 9. We prohibit the use of trail or game ignated camping area. You must confine cameras. fires (see § 27.95 of this chapter) to the camp- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- ing area. ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- 13. Each hunter may place one stand on the lowing conditions: refuge no earlier than 1 month prior to the 1. Anglers may fish in refuge impound- opening day of each hunt, but you must re- ments and canals from March 1 through No- move all stands by the end of each hunt (see vember 30 annually. § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. Anglers may fish in Kingfisher Pond 14. We require hunters to wear an outer year round. garment that contains a minimum of 500 3. We allow fishing from sunrise to sunset. square inches (3,250 cm2) of hunter-orange 4. Anglers may bank fish year-round in the material above the waistline. canals adjacent to the Laurel Hill Wildlife 15. Hunters may check-in at the refuge Drive. dock no more than 1 day in advance of the 5. Boats may not be left on the refuge over- opening day of the hunt. night. 16. Hunters must be off the island by 12 6. Anglers may only use non-motorized p.m. (noon) the day following the last day of boats and boats with electric motors within the hunt. impounded waters. 17. Within the refuge, you may only walk or use a bicycle. We prohibit hunters to leave WASSAW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE by boat to reach other parts of the island. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 18. We will close the refuge to the non- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunting public 1 day prior to, and 1 day C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of after, the hunt period as well as on the hunt white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated days. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 19. Youth hunters age 15 and under must regulations subject to the following condi- remain within sight and normal voice con- tions: tact of an adult age 21 or older, possessing a 1. Hunters must possess and carry a signed license. One adult may supervise no more refuge hunting regulations brochure on their than one youth hunter. person at all times. They may obtain hunt 20. We prohibit the use of trail or game information and refuge hunting brochures at cameras. the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on headquarters. designated areas of the refuge subject to the 2. We prohibit flagging, blazing, or trail- following conditions: marking devices to locate stands or for any 1. We allow saltwater fishing year-round in other purpose. the estuarine waters adjacent to the refuge.

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2. We allow bank/beach fishing into estua- § 32.31 Idaho. rine waters only from legal sunrise to legal sunset except during managed hunts. The following refuge units have been opened for hunting and/or fishing, and WOLF ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE are listed in alphabetical order with A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] applicable refuge-specific regulations. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] BEAR LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish in des- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- hunting of duck, goose, coot, and snipe on lowing condition: designated areas of the refuge in accordance 1. Anglers may fish year round. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. Fishing from boats is only permitted on lowing conditions: Beacon and Wolf Creeks. 1. We prohibit air-thrust boats. 2. We allow nonmotorized and motorized [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 boats after September 20 within the des- FR 6691, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55185, Nov. 3, ignated refuge hunting areas. 1994; 62 FR 47377, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46915, 3. You may only use portable blinds or con- Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30781, May 12, 2000; 66 FR struct temporary blinds of natural vegeta- 46355, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58944, Sept. 18, 2002; tion. Blinds will be available for general use 69 FR 54362, 54382, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54166, on a first-come, first-served basis. You must Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33171, June 11, 2008; 74 FR remove portable blinds from the refuge at 45683, Sept. 3, 2009; 74 FR 50736, Oct. 1, 2009; 76 the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chap- FR 3958, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56068, Sept. 9, ter). 2011; 77 FR 56038, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14827, 4. You must remove all personal property, Mar. 17, 2014] including decoys and boats, (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge at the end of each § 32.30 Hawaii. day. The following refuge units have been B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, grouse, partridge, and cotton- opened for hunting and/or fishing, and tail rabbit on designated areas of the refuge are listed in alphabetical order with in accordance with State regulations subject applicable refuge-specific regulations. to the following condition: You may only possess approved nontoxic shotshells while HAKALAU FOREST NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE in the field (see § 32.2(k)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ignated areas of the refuge in accordance D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] with State regulations subject to the following conditions: HANALEI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. We prohibit boats in the fishing area. 2. We prohibit use and possession of lead A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] weights or sinkers. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] CAMAS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow designated areas of the refuge. hunting of duck, goose, coot, and snipe on KAKAHAIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] lowing conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We prohibit public entry onto the refuge C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] prior to 1 hour before legal hunting hours. D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on 2. You may only use portable blinds or con- designated areas of the refuge. struct temporary blinds of natural vegetation. Blinds will be available for general use KILAUEA POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE on a first-come, first-served basis. You must A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] remove portable blinds (see § 27.93 of this B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] chapter) at the end of each day. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3. You must remove all personal property (see § 27.93 of this chapter), including decoys, D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may salt water from the refuge at the end of each day. fish in designated areas of the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 of pheasant, grouse, and partridge on des- FR 6691, Feb. 11, 1994; 62 FR 47377, Sept. 9, ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 1997; 65 FR 30782, May 12, 2000; 69 FR 54362, with State regulations subject to the fol- Sept. 8, 2004; 77 FR 56039, Sept. 12, 2012] lowing conditions:

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1. You may only possess approved nontoxic south by the southern boundary of the ref- shotshells while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). uge, and on the west by Riverside Road. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3. Hunters may place up to two portable D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] deer stands (including elevated platforms) in the Lake Lowell Unit. Hunters must place DEER FLAT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE stands/platforms by hand, without the use of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow a vehicle. Hunters may place stands/plat- hunting of goose, duck, coot, common snipe, forms on the refuge no earlier than the be- and dove on designated areas of the refuge in ginning date of the assigned hunt permit and accordance with State regulations subject to must remove them no later than the ending the following conditions: date of the hunt permit. Each stand must 1. You may hunt only duck, coot, and dove bear the hunter’s name, address, and tele- on the Lake Lowell Unit. phone number so that it is legible from the 2. Duck and coot hunting in the East Side ground. Recreation Area is walk-in only. Duck and 4. In the Lake Lowell Unit you may only coot hunters may use float tubes, non- shoot deer while hunting from an elevated motorized boats, or boats equipped with only tree stand/platform. We prohibit ground electric motors within 200 yards (180 m) of stalking and/or still hunting from the the shoreline in the South Side Recreation ground. We prohibit shooting a firearm or Area. bow while on the ground, except to kill a 3. We allow only portable and temporary downed deer. blinds. We prohibit permanent structures. 5. While hunting from a tree stand, you 4. You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, must use a Fall-Arrest System (FAS)/Full other personal property, and any materials Body Harness meeting Treestand Manufac- brought onto the refuge for blind construc- turer’s Association (TMA) Standards. tion at the end of each day. 6. Hunters may only access the Lake Low- 5. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 ell Unit deer hunting area from Parking hour before official shooting hours (1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise), and remain on the ref- Areas 1–8. uge until 1 hour after official shooting hours 7. Hunters may enter the Lake Lowell Unit (legal sunset). no earlier than 2 hours before official shoot- 6. We allow the use of dogs for hunting. ing hours (1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise) and Dogs must be under the immediate control of must leave the area within 2 hours after offi- the handler at all times and not allowed to cial shooting hours (1⁄2 hour after legal sun- roam at large. set). Successful hunters may extend their de- 7. From February 1 through May 31, we parture time up to 5 hours past official prohibit hunting on the Snake River Islands shooting hours (1⁄2 hour after legal sunset) to Unit. retrieve dead deer. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 8. A refuge employee or State Game War- of upland game on designated areas of the den must accompany hunters to retrieve a refuge in accordance with State regulations wounded or dead deer from any Closed Area. subject to the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 1. You may hunt only pheasant, quail, and ignated areas of the refuge in accordance partridge on the Lake Lowell Unit. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 lowing conditions: 1 hour before official shooting hours ( ⁄2 hour 1. During the waterfowl hunting season, we before legal sunrise), and remain on the ref- allow fishing only within 200 yards (180 m) of uge until 1 hour after official shooting hours the shoreline in front of both the Lower Dam 1 ( ⁄2 hour after legal sunset). (Fishing Area A) and the Upper Dam (Fish- 3. We allow the use of dogs for hunting. ing Area B) on the Lake Lowell Unit. Dogs must be under the immediate control of 2. From October 1 through April 14, we the handler at all times and not allowed to allow nonmotorized boats from 1⁄2 hour be- roam at large. 1 C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of fore legal sunrise to ⁄2 hour after legal sun- deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- set only within 200 yards (180 m) of the shore- cordance with State regulations subject to line in front of both the Lower Dam (Fishing the following conditions; Area A) and the Upper Dam (Fishing Area B) 1. You must obtain a refuge-specific hunt- on the Lake Lowell Unit. ing permit (signed brochure) to hunt deer on 3. From April 15 through September 30, we the Lake Lowell Unit. Hunters must sign and allow motorized and nonmotorized boats carry the permit in the field while hunting. from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour 2. Only the southern portion of the Lake after legal sunset throughout the Lake Low- Lowell Unit is open to deer hunting. We de- ell Unit. fine the deer hunting area on the north by 4. From February 1 through May 31, we the southern shoreline of Lake Lowell, on prohibit fishing from the islands within the the east by the New York Canal, on the Snake River Islands Unit.

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GRAYS LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE to six 7-day archery/special weapons-only permits. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, and snipe on 4. We only allow deer hunting at the ADA- designated areas of the refuge in accordance accessible blind using the following weapons: with State regulations subject to the fol- Muzzleloader, archery equipment, crossbow, lowing conditions: shotgun using slugs, or handgun using 1. We only allow nonmotorized boats. straight-walled cartridges not originally es- 2. You may only use portable blinds or con- tablished for rifles. struct temporary blinds of natural vegeta- 5. We prohibit use of toxic (lead) ammunition. Blinds will be available for general use tion when deer hunting at the ADA-acces- on a first-come, first-served basis. You must sible blind. remove portable blinds (see § 27.93 of this D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on chapter) at the end of each day. Myrtle Creek in accordance with State regu- 3. We only allow hunters and dogs to re- lations subject to the following condition: trieve game in designated hunting areas. We allow bank fishing only. 4. You must remove all personal property, including decoys and boats, (see § 27.93 of this MINIDOKA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE chapter) from the refuge at the end of each day. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunting of duck, goose, coot, and snipe on C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] designated areas of the refuge in accordance D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] with State regulations subject to the following conditions: KOOTENAI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. We only allow hunters and dogs to retrieve game in designated hunting areas. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- 2. You may only use portable blinds or con- ignated areas (designated area changed due struct temporary blinds of dead natural to increased size of safety zone) of the refuge vegetation. Blinds will be available for gen- in accordance with State and Federal regula- eral use on a first-come, first-served basis. tions subject to the following conditions: You must remove portable blinds (see § 27.93 1. We allow hunting only on Tuesdays, of this chapter) at the end of each day. We Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. prohibit use of rock piles above the high- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic water mark for blind construction. We pro- shotshells (see §32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or hibit pit blinds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). less per day. 3. We only allow vehicle parking in des- 3. We prohibit the discharge of firearms in ignated parking lots. the posted retrieving/safety zone. 4. On West Hunting Area (Lake Walcott), 4. On waterfowl hunt days, we allow public we allow hunting on the uplands and over entry onto the refuge from 3:00 a.m. until 1 water within 100 yards (90 m) of the shore- hour after legal sunset. line. We only allow use of boats for retrieval 5. We prohibit overnight vehicle parking on of game. the refuge. 5. On East Hunting Area (Tule Island), we B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting allow boats during the waterfowl hunting of forest grouse and wild turkey on that por- season. tion of the refuge that lies west of Lion’s Den Road in accordance with State regula- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting tions subject to the following condition: You of pheasant, grouse, partridge, and cotton- may possess only approved nontoxic tail rabbit on designated areas of the refuge shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field. in accordance with State regulations subject C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of to the following condition: You may only deer, elk, black bear, moose, and mountain possess approved nontoxic shotshells while lion on that portion of the refuge that lies in the field (see § 32.2(k)). west of Lion’s Den Road and hunting of deer C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] at an ADA-accessible blind near Aspen D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on Slough in accordance with State regulations designated areas of the refuge in accordance and subject to the following conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. We prohibit all use of dogs for hunting of lowing conditions: big game. 1. We allow bank fishing year-round. We 2. You may only participate in deer hunt- only allow vehicle access (see § 27.31 of this ing at the ADA-accessible blind with valid chapter) to shoreline fishing areas on des- State licenses and tags. ignated routes. 3. You may only participate in deer hunt- 2. We allow ice fishing in accordance with ing at the ADA-accessible blind with a refuge permit issued through a random drawing for State regulations. We prohibit motor vehi- up to four 7-day archery-only permits and up cles (see § 27.31 of this chapter) on the ice.

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3. We allow bank and float-tube fishing 2. We prohibit hunting in the restricted use year-round, throughout all of Lake Walcott. area of Crab Orchard Lake and areas posted closed to hunting as described in the hunting [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 brochure. FR 6691, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62041, Dec. 4, 3. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 1995; 65 FR 30782, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56402, m) of all designated public use facilities, in- Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46355, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR cluding but not limited to: parking areas, 54362, 54386, Sept. 8, 2004; 74 FR 45683, Sept. 3, picnic areas, campgrounds, marinas, boat 2009; 74 FR 50736, Oct. 1, 2009; 77 FR 56039, ramps, public roads, and established hiking Sept. 12, 2012; 79 FR 14827, Mar. 17, 2014] trails listed in the refuge trails brochure. 4. Hunters must remove all boats, decoys, § 32.32 Illinois. blinds, blind materials, stands, platforms, The following refuge units have been and other personal equipment (see §§ 27.93 opened for hunting and/or fishing, and and 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the are listed in alphabetical order with refuge at the end of each day’s hunt. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 5. We prohibit the construction or use of permanent blinds, stands, platforms, or scaf- CHAUTAUQUA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE folds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 6. Waterfowl hunting blinds must be a min- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow imum of 200 yards (180 m) apart. Hunters hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of must anchor boat blinds on the shore or an- the refuge in accordance with State regula- chor them a minimum of 200 yards (180 m) tions subject to the following conditions: away from any shoreline. 1. Hunting is permitted only in the area 7. An adult age 21 or older must supervise outside the main dike in the Liverpool Lake youth hunters under age 16, and youth hunt- section and north of the entrance to the ers must remain in sight of and normal voice north ditch known as Goofy Ridge Ditch. contact with the adult. 2. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, 8. We prohibit the use of paint, flagging, blinds, and blind materials at the end of each reflectors, tacks, or other manmade mate- day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- rials to mark trails or hunting locations (see ter). § 27.93 of this chapter). 3. We prohibit the construction or use of 9. We allow the use of hunting dogs during permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see the hunting season, provided the dogs are § 27.92 of this chapter). under the immediate control of the hunter at B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] all times. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 10. We allow waterfowl hunting on the D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- eastern shoreline in Grassy Bay. ignated areas of the refuge from legal sunrise 11. Waterfowl hunters may hunt in the to legal sunset in accordance with State reg- ‘‘controlled waterfowl hunting area’’ up to 3 ulations subject to the following conditions: days prior to Canada goose season. 1. We allow fishing on Lake Chautauqua 12. We allow waterfowl hunting in the from February 1 through October 15. We pro- ‘‘controlled waterfowl hunting area’’ (as dis- hibit fishing in the Waterfowl Hunting Area played in the refuge hunting brochure) dur- during the waterfowl hunting season. ing the Canada goose season subject to the 2. We allow bank fishing year-round be- following conditions: tween the boat ramp and the fishing trail in i. Waterfowl hunters must attend a special the North Pool and from Goofy Ridge Public drawing on the day of the hunt. Access to the west gate of the north pool ii. We allow hunting 1⁄2 hour before legal water control structure. sunrise to posted closing times. 3. Motorboats must not exceed ‘‘no-wake’’ iii. Hunters must hunt from assigned ref- speeds. uge blinds or markers. We allow water blind 4. We prohibit the public entering Weis hunters to hunt from a boat immediately ad- Lake on the Cameron-Billsbach Unit of the jacent to their blind/marker. refuge from October 16 through January 31. iv. All hunters must report their harvest at 5. We prohibit leaving boats on refuge the end of the day’s hunt using the Water- waters overnight (see § 27.93 of this chapter). fowl Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2361). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting CRAB ORCHARD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE of squirrel, rabbit, bobwhite quail, raccoon, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow opossum, red fox, grey fox, and coyote on hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of designated areas of the refuge in accordance the refuge in accordance with State regula- with State regulations subject to the fol- tions subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. We require a refuge hunt brochure per- 1. Conditions A1 through A5 and A7 mit that is available at the refuge office and through A9 apply. in brochure dispensers at multiple locations 2. We prohibit upland game hunting in the throughout the refuge. You must carry this ‘‘controlled waterfowl hunting area’’ during signed permit when hunting on the refuge. the Canada goose hunting season, except we

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allow furbearer hunting from legal sunset to 5. Anglers must tag all jugs and trotlines legal sunrise. with their name and address. 3. We prohibit hunters using rifles or hand- 6. We prohibit anglers using jugs or guns with ammunition larger than .22 caliber trotlines with any flotation device that has rimfire, except they may use black powder previously contained any petroleum-based firearms up to and including .40 caliber. material or toxic substances. 4. We allow the use of .22 and .17 caliber 7. Anglers must attach a buoyed device rimfire lead ammunition for the taking of that is visible on the water’s surface to all small game and furbearers during open sea- trotlines. son. 8. Anglers may use all legal noncommer- 5. We prohibit target practice or any non- cial fishing methods, except they may not hunting discharge of firearms (see § 27.42 of use any underwater breathing apparatus. this chapter). 9. On A–41, Bluegill, Managers, Honkers, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of and Vistors Ponds: white-tailed deer and turkey on designated i. Anglers may fish only from legal sunrise areas of the refuge in accordance with State to legal sunset March 15 through September regulations subject to the following condi- 30. tions: ii. We prohibit anglers from using boats or 1. Conditions A1 through A5 and A7, A8, flotation devices. and B4 apply. 10. Anglers may not submerge any pots or 2. We require all deer and turkey hunters similar object to take or locate any fish. using the ‘‘restricted use area’’ (as described 11. Organizers of all fishing events must in the hunting brochure) to check-in at the possess a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3– refuge visitor center prior to hunting. 1383G or 3–1383C). 3. We allow the use of legal-sized lead am- 12. We prohibit anglers from fishing within munition (see current Illinois hunting di- 250 yards (225 m) of an occupied waterfowl gest) for the taking of deer and turkey. hunting blind. 4. We prohibit the use of handguns for the 13. We restrict motorboats on all refuge taking of deer in the restricted use area. waters to slow speeds leaving ‘‘no wake’’ 5. We prohibit the use of ‘‘deer drives’’ for within 150 feet (45 m) of any shoreline, swim- the taking or attempting to take deer. We ming area, marina entrance, boat ramp, define a ‘‘deer drive’’ as a hunter(s) moving causeway tunnel, and any areas indicated on through an area with the intent of displacing the lake zoning map in the refuge fishing one or more deer in the direction of another brochure. hunter(s). 14. We prohibit the use of boat motors of 6. We allow deer hunting with archery more than ‘‘10 horse power’’ on Devils Kitch- equipment only in the following areas: en and Little Grassy Lakes. i. In the ‘‘controlled waterfowl hunting 15. We prohibit the use of gas-powered mo- area’’; tors in the southeastern section of Devils ii. On all refuge lands north of Illinois Kitchen Lake (consult lake zoning map in State Route 13; and the refuge fishing brochure). iii. In the area north of the Crab Orchard 16. We prohibit the use of trotlines/jugs on Lake emergency spillway and west of Crab all refuge waters outside of Crab Orchard Orchard Lake. Lake. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance 17. Specific creel and size limits apply on with State regulations subject to the fol- various refuge waters as listed in the Crab lowing conditions: Orchard Fishing Brochure and the annual Il- 1. On Crab Orchard Lake west of Wolf linois fishing digest. Creek Road: CYPRESS CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE i. Anglers may fish from boats all year. ii. Anglers must remove all trotlines/jugs A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow from legal sunrise until legal sunset from hunting of duck, goose, coot, woodcock, the Friday immediately prior to Memorial dove, and snipe on designated areas of the Day through Labor Day. refuge in accordance with State regulations 2. On Crab Orchard Lake east of Wolf Creek subject to the following conditions: Road: 1. You must remove all boats, decoys, i. Anglers may fish from boats March 15 blinds, blind materials, stands, and plat- through September 30. forms (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) ii. Anglers may fish all year at the Wolf brought onto the refuge at the end of each Creek and Route 148 causeways. day’s hunt. 3. Anglers must check and remove fish 2. We prohibit the construction or use of from all jugs and trotlines daily. permanent blinds, platforms, and scaffolds 4. We prohibit using stakes to anchor any (see § 27.92 of this chapter). trotlines and anchoring trotlines from any 3. We prohibit outboard motors larger than object on the shoreline. 10 hp.

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4. We prohibit the use of paint, flagging, 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the refuge reflectors, tacks, or other manmade mate- at the end of each day’s hunt. rials to mark trails or hunting locations. 3. We allow the use of motorized boats at 5. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- no-wake speeds on all refuge waters. vided the dogs are under the immediate con- 4. We allow access for hunting from 1 hour trol of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) before legal shooting time (consult the State of this chapter). regulations for the species in question) until B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 1 hour after legal sunset. of squirrel, rabbit, bobwhite quail, raccoon, B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland opossum, red fox, grey fox, and coyote on game hunting on designated areas of the ref- designated areas of the refuge in accordance uge in accordance with State regulations with State regulations subject to the fol- subject to the following condition: Condition lowing conditions: A4 applies. 1. Conditions A1, A2, A4, and A5 apply. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. We prohibit hunting after legal sunset, white-tailed deer and turkey on designated except we allow raccoon and opossum hunt- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ing after legal sunset. regulations subject to the following condi- 3. We allow the use of .22 and .17 caliber tions: rimfire lead ammunition for the taking of 1. Condition A4 applies. small game and furbearers during open sea- 2. We prohibit the construction or use of son. permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders (see C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of § 27.93 of this chapter). white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 3. You must remove all portable hunting areas of the refuge in accordance with State stands and blinds from the area at the end of regulations subject to the following condi- each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this tions: chapter). 1. Conditions A1, A2, A4, and A5 apply. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing 2. We prohibit deer drives, by person or throughout the year on designated areas of animal, and participating in deer drives on the refuge. We allow fishing from legal sun- all refuge divisions. rise to legal sunset in accordance with State 3. You may only use or possess approved regulations subject to the following condi- nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- tions: cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- 1. We prohibit fishing in the Waterfowl key (see § 32.2(k)). Hunting area during the waterfowl hunting D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- season. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 2. We prohibit leaving boats on refuge with State regulations subject to the fol- waters overnight (see § 27.93 of this chapter). lowing conditions: 3. Condition A3 applies. 1. Conditions A1 and A3 apply. 2. Anglers must remove all boats and fish- GREAT RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ing equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow brought onto the refuge at the end of each hunting of waterfowl and coot on the Long day’s fishing activity. Island Division of the refuge in accordance 3. We prohibit the use of trotlines, jugs, yo- with State regulations subject to the fol- yos, nets, or any commercial fishing equip- lowing condition: We only allow hunting ment except in areas where State regulation from blinds constructed on sites posted by authorizes commercial tackle. the Illinois Department of Natural Re- 4. We prohibit the use of more than two sources. poles per angler and more than two hooks or B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting lures per pole. of small game, furbearers, turkey, and game 5. We prohibit possession of bass less than birds on Long Island Division and Fox Island 15 inches (37.5 cm) in length from refuge of the refuge in accordance with State regu- ponds. lations subject to the following conditions: 6. We prohibit possession of more than six 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic channel catfish from refuge ponds. shot while hunting for upland game except turkey (see § 32.2(k)). We allow possession of EMIQUON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lead shot for hunting turkey. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. We only open Long Island Division and hunting of migratory game birds on des- Fox Island Division for upland game hunting ignated areas of the refuge in accordance from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 with State regulations subject to the fol- hour after legal sunset. lowing conditions: 3. We only allow turkey hunting on the 1. We prohibit the construction or use of Fox Island Division during the State spring permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see seasons, including youth season. We do not §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). open to fall turkey hunting. 2. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, 4. We close Fox Island Division to all hunt- blinds, and blind materials (see §§ 27.93 and ing and nonhunting entry from October 16

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through December 31, except the Division is 1. We prohibit the construction or use of open to deer hunting as described below in permanent blinds, stands, scaffolds, or plat- C2. forms (see § 27.92 of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. You must remove boats, blinds, blind white-tailed deer on designated portions of materials, stands, decoys, and other hunting the refuge in accordance with State regula- equipment (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- tions subject to the following conditions: ter) from the refuge at the end of each day. 1. We only allow the use of portable stands, 3. We allow portable blinds on a daily basis and hunters must remove them from the ref- on a first-come, first-served basis. uge at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting chapter). of upland game (squirrels, rabbits, and bob- 2. On the Fox Island Division, we only white quail only) on the refuge in accordance allow hunting during the ‘‘Antlerless-Only’’ with State regulations and subject to the fol- portion of the State firearms deer season. lowing conditions: 3. On the Delair Division, we only allow 1. We allow hunting of furbearers only muzzleloader hunting subject to the fol- from legal sunrise to legal sunset. lowing conditions: 2. You may only use or possess approved i. You must possess and carry a refuge per- nontoxic shot shells while in the field (see mit. § 32.2(k)). ii. We require hunters to check-in and out C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of of the refuge each day. white-tailed deer and turkey on the refuge in iii. We require hunters to record all har- accordance with State regulations subject to vested deer with refuge staff before removing the following conditions: them from the refuge. 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. iv. Shooting hours end at 3 p.m. each day. 2. In the Harlow, Crains, and Meissner Is- v. Hunters must park all vehicles only in land Divisions you may use only archery designated parking areas. equipment to harvest white-tailed deer. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the 3. You may only use or possess approved Long Island and Fox Island Divisions of the nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- refuge in accordance with State regulations cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- subject to the following conditions: key (see § 32.2(k)). 1. We prohibit the taking of turtle and frog 4. We prohibit deer drives, by person or (see § 27.21 of this chapter). animal, and participating in deer drives on 2. On the Fox Island Division, we only all refuge divisions. 5. We prohibit placing temporary tree allow bank fishing along any portion of the stands in dead or dying trees. Fox River from January 1 through October 6. You may not remove any tree or limbs 15. greater than 1 inch in diameter. MEREDOSIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the refuge in accordance with State regulations A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] subject to the following conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We close the Meissner Island Division to C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] all sport fishing. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 2. We prohibit the taking of turtle and frog designated areas of the refuge in accordance (see § 27.21 of this chapter). with State regulations subject to the fol- 3. We allow fishing only from legal sunrise lowing conditions: to legal sunset. 1. We allow sport fishing on all areas open 4. Anglers must remove all fishing devices to public access from legal sunrise to legal (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end of each sunset from February 1 to October 15. day’s fishing. 2. We allow access to Meredosia Lake from the boat ramp and allow foot access on ref- PORT LOUISA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uge land along the east side of the Meredosia A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Lake in Morgan County from legal sunrise to hunting of migratory game birds on the Big legal sunset throughout the year. Timber Division in accordance with State 3. We prohibit leaving boats on refuge regulations subject to the following condi- waters overnight (see § 27.93 of this chapter). tions: 4. Motorboats must not exceed ‘‘no-wake’’ 1. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, and speeds. portable blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end of each day. MIDDLE MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL 2. We allow portable blinds on a daily basis WILDLIFE REFUGE at any location on first-come, first-served A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow basis. hunting of migratory game birds on the 3. We prohibit hunting on the Louisa, Meissner, Wilkinson, and Beaver Island Divi- Horseshoe Bend, and Keithsburg Divisions. sions in accordance with State regulations B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting and subject to the following conditions: of upland game only on Big Timber,

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Keithsburg, and Horseshoe Bend Divisions in with State regulations and subject to the fol- accordance with State regulations subject to lowing conditions: the following conditions: 1. We allow hunting from legal sunrise to 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic legal sunset. shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting upland 2. You may only use or possess approved game. You may use lead shot to hunt turkey. nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- We allow shotgun slug or muzzleloading rifle cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- for hunting coyotes. key (see § 32.2(k)). 2. We only allow squirrel hunting on the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Keithsburg Division from the beginning of white-tailed deer and turkey on the Apple the State season to September 15. Creek Division and the portion of the Cal- 3. We allow hunting in designated areas on houn Division east of the Illinois River Road the Horseshoe Bend Division from September in accordance with State regulations subject 1 until September 15 and December 1 until to the following conditions: February 28. We allow spring turkey hunt- 1. We prohibit the construction or use of ing. permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders (see 4. We allow hunting on the Big Timber Di- § 27.92 of this chapter). vision from September 1 until February 28. 2. Hunters must remove all portable hunt- We allow spring turkey hunting. ing stands and blinds from the refuge at the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of end of each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 white-tailed deer only on Big Timber Divi- of this chapter). sion and in designated areas on Horseshoe 3. Condition B2 applies. Bend Division in accordance with State regu- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the lations subject to the following conditions: refuge in accordance with State regulations 1. We only allow the use of portable stands, subject to the following conditions: and hunters must remove them at the end of 1. We prohibit the taking of turtle or frog each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 2. We close Horseshoe Bend Division to all 2. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise public access from September 15 until De- to legal sunset. cember 1. 3. From October 15 through December 31 D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- we close the Batchtown, Gilbert Lake, and cordance with State regulations subject to Portage Island Divisions, and the portion of the following conditions: the Calhoun Division north and west of the 1. We prohibit the taking of turtle or frog Illinois River Road, to all public access. (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 4. Anglers must remove boats and all other 2. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise fishing devices (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at to legal sunset. the end of each day’s fishing activity. 3. We close the following Divisions to all 5. We only allow boats on the Gilbert Lake public access: Louisa Division—September 15 Division for fishing during those periods until January 1; Horseshoe Bend Division— when flood water enables access from the September 15 until December 1; Keithsburg river over the levee. Division—September 15 until January 1. 4. Anglers must remove boats and all other UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE fishing devices (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at AND FISH REFUGE the end of each day’s fishing. 5. We only allow motor boats on Horseshoe Refer to § 32.42 Minnesota for regulations. Bend Division for fishing during the periods [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 when flood water enables access from the FR 29074, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6685, 6692, Feb. river over the levee. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55185, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62041, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 45366, Aug. 29, 1996; 61 FR TWO RIVERS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 46394, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47378, Sept. 9, 1997; A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 63 FR 46916, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30782, May 12, hunting of migratory game birds only on the 2000; 65 FR 56402, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46356, Apple Creek Division in accordance with Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58944, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR State regulations subject to the following 54362, 54387, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. conditions: 17, 2004; 70 FR 54166, Sept. 13, 2005; 72 FR 1. We prohibit the construction or use of 51542, Sept. 7, 2007; 73 FR 33172, June 11, 2008; permanent blinds, stands, scaffolds, or plat- 76 FR 3959, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56068, Sept. 9, forms (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 2011; 77 FR 56040, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14827, 2. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, Mar. 17, 2014] blinds, and blind materials (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the refuge § 32.33 Indiana. at the end of each day’s hunt. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland The following refuge units have been game hunting only on the Apple Creek Divi- opened for hunting and/or fishing, and sion and the portion of the Calhoun Division are listed in alphabetical order with east of the Illinois River Road in accordance applicable refuge-specific regulations.

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BIG OAKS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ted bass between 12 and 15 inches (30 and 37.5 cm). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting MUSCATATUCK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE of squirrel in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We require a refuge hunt permit (signa- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ture only). of quail, squirrel, and rabbit on designated 2. We allow the use of hunting dogs only areas of the refuge in accordance with State during the squirrel hunting season. You regulations subject to the following condi- must ensure that all hunting dogs wear a tions: collar displaying the owner’s name, address, 1. We prohibit hunting and the discharge of and telephone number. a firearm within 100 yards (30 m) of any 3. You must hunt only in assigned areas. dwelling or any other building that people, We prohibit trespass into an unassigned hunt pets, or livestock may occupy. area. 2. We allow the use of hunting dogs only 4. In areas posted ‘‘Area closed,’’ we pro- for hunting rabbit, quail, and squirrel prohibit entry, including hunting. vided the dogs are under the immediate con- 5. We prohibit the use of flagging tape and trol of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). reflective tacks. 3. We allow only shotguns for upland game 6. We allow the use of squirrel hunting hunting. dogs only in the day-use areas. 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic 7. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 5. We require hunters to read the current 8. We require that all hunters check all refuge hunting brochure, sign it, and then harvested game taken on the refuge at the carry it while hunting. refuge check station. 6. We require all hunters except turkey 9. We require all refuge hunters to hunt hunters to wear hunter orange. with a partner. We require hunting partners 7. We require all hunters to display a game to know the location of their partner while harvest report (FWS Form 3–2359), with hunting. An adult, age 18 or older, must di- name and date filled in, on their vehicle rectly supervise youth hunters age 17 or dashboard while hunting. Hunters may pick under. up reports at registration boxes, complete 10. We prohibit the use or possession of al- the reports, and leave them there before de- coholic beverages while hunting on the ref- parting the refuge. uge (see § 32.2(j)). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 11. Hunters must possess and carry a com- white-tailed deer and turkey on designated pass and/or GPS while hunting on the refuge. areas of the refuge in accordance with State C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of regulations subject to the following condi- white-tailed deer and turkey on designated tions: areas of the refuge in accordance with State 1. Conditions B1, B5, and B7 apply. regulations subject to the following condi- 2. You must possess and carry a State- tions: issued refuge hunting permit to hunt deer 1. Conditions B1, B3, B4, B5, and B7 during the State muzzleloader season and through B11 apply. the youth hunting weekend. 2. The refuge access permit will contain 3. We prohibit firearms deer hunting dur- bag limits and license requirements. ing the State firearms season except in com- 3. We allow the use of portable hunting pliance with condition C2. stands and blinds. You may leave hunting 4. You may take only two deer per day stands and blinds in the field overnight only from the refuge, only one of which may be an if you will be hunting that same location the antlered buck. following day. We prohibit tree steps or 5. We prohibit the construction or use of screw-in steps (see § 32.2(i)). permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders (see D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the § 27.92 of this chapter). Old Timbers Lake in accordance with State 6. We allow only spring turkey hunting on regulations subject to the following condi- the refuge, and hunters must possess a tions: State-issued hunting permit during the first 1. We require a refuge access permit (signa- 2 weeks of the season. ture only). 7. We require successful deer and turkey 2. We only allow fishing with a rod and reel hunters to report their harvest on the Big or pole and line. Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359) at 3. We prohibit the use of trotlines. a box at the entrance gate before leaving the 4. We allow boats only if rowed, paddled, or refuge. powered by an electric trolling motor on the 8. We permit archery deer hunting in des- Old Timbers Lake. ignated areas after National Wildlife Refuge 5. We prohibit retaining black bass, Week during the State season with the ex- largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and spot- ceptions that archery deer hunting is closed

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during the youth deer hunt in November and 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- during the State muzzleloader season. mit for all furbearer hunting. 9. Turkey hunting ends at 1 p.m. daily. 2. We allow the use of dogs for hunting, 10. We prohibit the use or possession of provided the dog is under the immediate con- game trail cameras on the refuge. trol of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) 11. We require you to remove arrows from of this chapter). crossbows during transport in a vehicle. 3. Conditions A7 and A8 apply. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ignated areas of the refuge in accordance white-tailed deer in accordance with State with State regulations subject to the fol- regulations subject to the following condi- lowing conditions: tions: 1. We allow the use of boats (hand- or foot- 1. We prohibit the construction or use of propelled only) on Stanfield Lake. We pro- permanent blinds, stands, platforms, or scaf- hibit the use of electric or gasoline motors. folds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 2. We allow the use of kayaks and non- 2. We prohibit marking trails with tape, motorized canoes on Richart Lake. ribbons, paper, paint, tacks, tree blazes, or 3. We allow the use of belly boats or float other devices. tubes in all designated fishing areas. 3. Conditions A6 through A8 apply. 4. We allow fishing only with rod and reel D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on or pole and line. all areas of the refuge in accordance with 5. We prohibit harvest of frog and turtle State regulations subject to the following (see § 27.21 of this chapter). conditions: 6. We prohibit the use of lead fishing tack- 1. We allow sport fishing in accordance le. with State regulations on the main channel 7. We allow only children under 18 years of of the Patoka River. age to fish in the Office Pond. 2. All other refuge waters are subject to the following conditions: PATOKA RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE i. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to AND MANAGEMENT AREA legal sunset. ii. We allow fishing only with rod and reel A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow or pole and line. hunting of migratory game birds on des- iii. The minimum size limit for large- ignated areas of the refuge and the White mouth bass on Snakey Point Marsh is 14 River Wildlife Management Area in accord- inches (35 cm). ance with State regulations subject to the iv. You may not collect or harvest min- following conditions: nows, crayfish, or any reptiles and amphib- 1. We prohibit the construction or use of ians (see § 27.21 of this chapter). permanent blinds, stands, platforms, or scaf- 3. You must remove boats at the end of folds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). each day’s fishing activity (see § 27.93 of this 2. You must remove all boats, decoys, chapter). blinds, and blind materials after each day’s 4. Conditions A2 through A5 apply. hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 3. We allow motorboats only on Snakey [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 Point Marsh east of the South Fork River FR 29074, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 55186, Nov. 3, and the Patoka River. All other areas are 1994; 61 FR 45366, Aug. 29, 1996; 65 FR 56402, open to either manual-powered boats or Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46356, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR boats with battery-driven motors only. 54362, 54389, Sept. 8. 2004; 70 FR 54168, Sept. 4. Motorboats must not exceed ‘‘no wake’’ 13, 2005; 73 FR 33174, June 11, 2008; 76 FR 3960, speeds. Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56069, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 5. We prohibit the use of powered airboats 56040, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14828, Mar. 17, 2014] on the refuge. 6. We close the Cane Ridge Wildlife Man- § 32.34 Iowa. agement Area to all hunting. The following refuge units have been 7. We prohibit hunting and the discharge of opened for hunting and/or fishing, and a weapon within 150 yards of any dwelling or any building that may be occupied by people, are listed in alphabetical order with pets, or livestock. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 8. You may only use or possess approved DE SOTO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE nontoxic shot shells while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting wild tur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] key (see § 32.2(k)). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow youth B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunting of ring-necked pheasant on des- of bobwhite quail, cottontail rabbit, squirrel ignated areas of the refuge in accordance (gray and fox), turkey, red and gray fox, coy- with the States of Iowa and Nebraska regula- ote, opossum, and raccoon in accordance tions. The refuge manager will annually de- with State regulations subject to the fol- termine and publish hunting seasons, dates, lowing conditions: and designated areas.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 5. We allow the use of portable ice fishing white-tailed deer and wild turkey on des- shelters on a daily basis from January 2 ignated areas of the refuge in accordance through the end of February. with States of Iowa and Nebraska regula- 6. Anglers may use no more than two lines tions subject to the following conditions: and two hooks per line, including ice fishing. 1. The refuge manager will annually deter- 7. We prohibit the use of trotlines, float mine and publish hunting seasons and dates lines, bank lines, or setlines. and include them in the refuge access per- 8. Anglers must adhere to minimum length mit. and creel limits as posted. 2. You must possess and carry a refuge ac- 9. We prohibit anglers leaving any personal cess permit at all times while in the hunting property, litter, fish or any parts thereof, on area. Hunters may enter the hunting areas the banks, in the water, or on the ice. only within the dates listed on the Refuge 10. We prohibit digging or seining for bait. Access Permit. 11. We prohibit take or possession of turtle 3. All areas open to hunting may be or frog at any time (see § 27.21 of this chap- accessed by hunters with a valid Iowa or Ne- ter). braska resident hunting permit. Reciprocity 12. We limit boating to ‘‘no-wake’’ speeds, exists, with both States allowing hunters not to exceed 5 miles per hour. with either resident permit to access refuge 13. We allow anglers on the refuge from 1⁄2 hunting land in either State. hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after 4. Hunters holding nonresident Nebraska legal sunset. or nonresident Iowa permits may hunt only DRIFTLESS AREA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE on the ground that lies within the State that issued the nonresident permit. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 5. We allow hunters in the designated area B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting from 3 hours before legal sunrise until 2 of upland game on designated areas of the hours after legal sunset. refuge subject to the following conditions: 6. We prohibit the use of a crossbow as 1. In areas posted ‘‘Area Closed,’’ we pro- archery equipment unless the hunter has ob- hibit entry, including hunting. tained a State-issued disability crossbow 2. In areas open to hunting, we allow hunt- permit. ing beginning November 1 until the close of 7. All hunters must be in possession of a State hunting seasons or January 15, which- valid Entrance Fee Permit. ever occurs first. 8. Hunters may not construct or use per- 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic manent blinds or stands. Hunters must re- shot while hunting for any allowed birds or move hunting blinds or stands and other other small game. property by the close of the season (see C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 9. We prohibit shooting on or over any ref- refuge subject to the following conditions: uge road open to vehicle traffic within 30 feet 1. In areas posted ‘‘Area Closed,’’ we pro- (9 m) of the centerline. hibit all public entry, including hunting. 10. We prohibit field dressing of any big 2. In areas open to hunting, we allow hunt- game within 100 feet (30 m) of the centerline ing beginning November 1 until the close of of any refuge road. State hunting seasons or January 15, which- 11. We prohibit use of two-way mobile ever occurs first. radio transmitters to communicate the loca- 3. We allow archery and muzzleloader tion or direction of game or to coordinate hunting only. the movement of other hunters. 4. We allow deer drives only during lawful 12. We prohibit participation in organized party hunting conducted within the refuge, deer drives. in accordance with State regulations. We D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing in prohibit driving deer from or through the DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge in accord- refuge to any persons hunting outside the ance with the States of Iowa and Nebraska refuge boundary. regulations subject to the following condi- 5. We do not allow construction or use of tions: permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders. 1. We allow ice fishing in DeSoto Lake 6. You must remove all stands from the from January 2 through the end of February. refuge following each day’s hunt. 2. We allow the use of pole and line or rod D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on and reel fishing in DeSoto Lake from April designated areas of the refuge. 15 through October 14. NEAL SMITH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. We allow the use of archery and spear fishing for nongame fish only from April 15 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow through October 14. the hunting of duck, goose, and coot on des- 4. When the lake is open to ice fishing, we ignated areas of the refuge in accordance prohibit motor- or wind-driven conveyances with State and Federal regulations and sub- on the lake. ject to the following conditions:

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1. We prohibit all hunting February 1 7. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- through August 31 due to conflict with exist- vided that the dogs remain under the imme- ing appropriate and compatible uses. diate control of the hunter at all times dur- 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic ing the State-approved hunting season (see shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting for any al- § 26.21(b) of this chapter). lowed bird, including waterfowl and wild tur- 8. We prohibit the use of motorized key, or other upland or small game. watercraft. 3. We allow entry into the refuge 1 hour be- 9. We prohibit camping. fore sunrise and require hunters to leave the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow the refuge no later than 1 hour after sunset. hunting of ring-necked pheasant, bobwhite 4. We prohibit shooting on or over any ref- quail, gray partridge, rabbit (cottontail and uge road within 50 feet (15 meters) from the jack), squirrel (fox and gray), groundhog, centerline. raccoon, opossum, fox (red and gray), coyote, 5. You must possess and carry a refuge per- badger, striped skunk, and crow on des- mit (free brochure available at the refuge ignated areas of the refuge in accordance visitor center). with State regulations and subject to the fol- 6. We allow the use of dogs for waterfowl, lowing conditions: pheasant, and quail hunting only. 1. For units adjacent to and managed by B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, you of ring-necked pheasant, bobwhite quail, pi- must follow the refuge-specific regulations geon, mourning dove, crow, cottontail rab- provided in this section of the regulations bit, gray and fox squirrel, and fall wild tur- for Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. key (2 weeks within the season) on des- 2. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see with State regulations subject to the fol- § 32.2(k)). lowing condition: Conditions A1 to A6 apply. 3. We allow the use of dogs for upland game C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of bird hunting only, provided the dogs remain white-tailed deer on designated areas of the under the immediate control of the hunter at refuge in accordance with State regulations all times during the State-approved hunting subject to the following conditions: season (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). 1. Conditions A1 and A3 to A5 apply. 4. We prohibit the use of dogs for hunting 2. We allow the use of portable stands and furbearers. blinds for hunting, and hunters must remove 5. Conditions A8 and A9 apply. them at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting this chapter). of deer and turkey on designated areas of the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] refuge in accordance with State regulations and subject to the following conditions: NORTHERN TALLGRASS PRAIRIE NATIONAL 1. For units adjacent to and managed by WILDLIFE REFUGE Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, you A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow must follow the refuge-specific regulations hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, rail provided in this section of the regulations (Virginia and Sora only), woodcock, and for Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. snipe on designated areas in accordance with 2. We allow the use of temporary stands, State regulations and subject to the fol- blinds, platforms, or ladders. Hunters may lowing conditions: construct blinds using manmade materials 1. For units adjacent to and managed by only. We prohibit bringing plants or their Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, you parts onto the refuge. must follow the refuge-specific regulations 3. We prohibit the construction or use of provided in this section of the regulations permanent blinds, stands, scaffolds, or lad- for Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. ders (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. Hunters may possess only approved 4. Conditions A6, A8, and A9 apply. nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. Hunters may construct temporary blinds PORT LOUISA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE using manmade materials only. We prohibit bringing plants or their parts onto the ref- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow uge. hunting of duck, goose, teal, brant, mer- 4. We prohibit the construction or use of ganser, coot, sora and Virginia rail, dove, permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see woodcock and snipe on Iowa River Corridor § 27.93 of this chapter). Project lands in accordance with State regu- 5. We prohibit leaving boats, decoys, or lations and subject to the following condi- other personal property unattended at any tions: time. 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic 6. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, shot while hunting migratory birds (see portable or temporary blinds, materials § 32.2(k)). brought onto the refuge, and other personal 2. You must remove boats, decoys, and property at the end of each day’s hunt (see portable blinds at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). § 27.93 of this chapter).

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 1. We only allow hunting in the Core Area of upland game in accordance with State reg- during the dates posted at the Refuge Head- ulations and subject to the following condi- quarters. tion: You may only possess approved 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic nontoxic shot while hunting upland game shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). We pro- (see § 32.2(k)); you may use lead shot to hunt hibit possession of shotgun slugs. turkey. 3. Hunters may only enter the refuge from C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. big game in accordance with State regula- 4. Conditions A6, A7, and A8 apply. tions and subject to the following condition: We only allow the use of portable stands and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of you must remove them at the end of each deer and turkey on Buffalo Creek Bottoms, day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Schwob Marsh, and the Core Area in accord- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on ance with State regulations subject to the all areas of the refuge in accordance with following conditions: State regulations and subject to the fol- 1. Condition B1 and A8 apply. lowing condition: You must remove boats 2. Deer hunters in the Core Area must pos- and all other fishing devices at the end of sess a valid State deer hunting license and each day’s fishing. an unfilled deer transportation tag. 3. We only allow deer hunters to enter the NION LOUGH ATIONAL ILDLIFE EFUGE U S N W R refuge from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. hunting of duck, goose, coot, rail (Virginia 4. Deer hunters may only possess shot and sora only), woodcock, and snipe on the shells that shoot a single projectile (i.e., Buffalo Creek Bottoms and Schwob Marsh slugs). units of the refuge in accordance with State 5. We prohibit turkey hunting in the Core regulations subject to the following condi- Area at all times. tions: 6. We only allow turkey hunters to enter 1. We allow hunters on the refuge from 1 the refuge from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise 1 hour before legal sunrise until ⁄2 hour after until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. legal sunset. 7. Turkey hunters may only possess ap- 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic proved nontoxic shot while in the field. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 8. We allow the use of temporary stands, 3. We allow boats or other floating devices. blinds, platforms, or ladders. You may con- We allow gasoline and electric motors. We struct blinds using manmade materials or prohibit the use of air-thrust boats. You may natural vegetation found on the refuge. We not leave boats unattended. prohibit bringing plants or their parts onto 4. You may construct blinds using man- the refuge (see § 27.52 of this chapter). made materials or natural vegetation found 9. You must remove decoys, stands, blinds, on the refuge. We prohibit bringing plants or their parts onto the refuge (see § 26.52 of this platforms, and ladders from the refuge at the chapter). end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 5. You must remove boats, decoys, and 10. We prohibit entry into any closed area blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the to retrieve downed game, unless the hunter refuge at the end of each day. has received written permission from the ref- 6. We allow the use of hunting dogs pro- uge manager. vided that the dogs remain under the imme- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing diate control of the hunter at all times (see from the County Road A–40 right-of-way and § 26.21(b) of this chapter). in Buffalo Creek south of County Road 320th 7. We prohibit entry into any closed area Street in accordance with State regulations to retrieve downed game, unless the hunter subject to the following conditions: has received written permission from the ref- 1. We allow fishing from April 15 through uge manager. September 30. 8. We prohibit hunting on road rights-of- 2. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to way on any portion of the refuge not open to legal sunset. hunting. The road right-of-way extends to 3. We prohibit the use of boats, canoes, or the center of the road. other floating devices. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 4. We prohibit the use or possession of lead of pheasant, gray partridge, rabbit (cotton- terminal tackle. tail and jack), squirrel (fox and gray), groundhog, raccoon, opossum, fox, coyote, and crow on Buffalo Creek Bottoms, Schwob Marsh, and the Core Area in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions:

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UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting AND FISH REFUGE of pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, rabbit, and squirrel on designated areas of the ref- Refer to § 32.42 Minnesota for regulations. uge in accordance with State regulations [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 subject to the following conditions: FR 29084, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6685, 6692, Feb. 1. Conditions A2, A3, A6, and A7 apply. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55186, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62042, 2. Hunters may possess only approved Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46395, Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). 46916, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30783, May 12, 2000; 3. We prohibit the use of centerfire rifles 65 FR 56402, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46356, Sept. and pistols for hunting on the refuge. 4, 2001; 68 FR 57316, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, 4. We close hunting areas on the north side 54390, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54168, Sept. 13, 2005; of the Neosho River to all hunting from No- 72 FR 51542, Sept. 7, 2007; 73 FR 33175, June 11, vember 1 through March 1. 2008; 76 FR 56070, Sept. 9, 2011; 79 FR 14828, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Mar. 17, 2014] white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State § 32.35 Kansas. regulations subject to the following conditions: The following refuge units have been 1. We only allow shotguns, muzzleloading opened for hunting and/or fishing, and firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter), and are listed in alphabetical order with archery equipment for deer hunting. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 2. We do not open for deer hunting during the extended white-tailed deer antlerless FLINT HILLS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE season in January. 3. We require the use of approved nontoxic A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow shot for turkey hunting (see § 32.2(k)). hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, rail, 4. Dogs used during the fall turkey season woodcock, crow, and common snipe on des- must be under the owner’s immediate con- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance trol at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chap- with State regulations subject to the fol- ter). lowing conditions: 5. We allow portable tree stands and/or 1. We allow waterfowl hunting only on por- portable ground blinds; however, you must tions of the refuge on the south side of the remove them along with any other personal Neosho River. property at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 2. We prohibit hunting on the Neosho River and 27.94 of this chapter). and using boats on the river to gain hunting 6. Conditions A2, A3, A7, B3, and B4 apply. access. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 3. We prohibit shooting from or over roads ignated areas of the refuge in accordance and parking areas. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. You must remove boats, decoys, portable lowing conditions: blinds, other personal property, and any ma- 1. We do not open areas on the north side terials brought onto the area for blind con- of the Neosho River to all fishing from No- struction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 vember 1 through March 1, except for the and 27.94 of this chapter). Dove Roost pond and the Upper Burgess 5. You may leave temporary blinds (other marsh. than portable blinds) constructed of natural 2. We only allow fish bait collecting for vegetation found on site overnight. We pro- personal use. We prohibit digging or habitat hibit bringing any type of live or dead vege- disturbance (see § 27.51 of this chapter). tation onto the refuge for any purpose at any time. Construction of these temporary blinds KIRWIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE does not constitute exclusive use of the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow blind. hunting of goose, duck, merganser, coot, 6. Dogs must be under the owner’s imme- mourning dove, and snipe on designated diate control at all times. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 7. We prohibit hunters or dogs retrieving regulations subject to the following condi- game in areas closed to hunting. tions: 8. We prohibit leaving decoys unattended 1. You may only possess six shells per day at any time. in the area from the Quillback Cove parking 9. We allow crow hunting on designated lot to the No Hunting Zone boundary east of areas of the refuge subject to the following Dogtown. conditions: 2. You may use natural vegetation to con- i. We prohibit the use of centerfire rifles struct a temporary blind. and pistols for hunting on the range. 3. You may use portable hunting blinds. ii. We close hunting areas on the north side 4. We prohibit construction or use of any of the Neosho River to all hunting from No- permanent blind. vember 1 through March 1. 5. We prohibit digging or using holes or iii. Conditions A2, A3, and A7 apply. pits for blinds.

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6. We prohibit retrieval of waterfowl from 1. We allow access to Kirwin Reservoir by an area closed to waterfowl hunting. foot to bank or ice fish. 7. We only allow waterfowl hunting by boat 2. We allow motorized vehicles only on des- in Bow Creek. You may not create a wake ignated roads, parking lots, and boat ramps while in Bow Creek. (see § 27.31 of this chapter). We prohibit mo- 8. We allow motorized vehicles only on des- torized vehicles on the ice. ignated roads, parking lots, and boat ramps 3. We allow motorized boating in the main (see § 27.31 of this chapter). body of Kirwin Reservoir and in Bow Creek. 9. We prohibit the use of ATVs (all-terrain You must not create a wake in Bow Creek or vehicle), OHVs (off-highway vehicle), NHVs within 100 yards (90 m) of any shoreline or is- (nonhighway vehicle), or snowmobiles on the land in the main body of Kirwin Reservoir. refuge (see §27.31(f) of this chapter). We prohibit motorized boats in the Solomon 10. We prohibit commercial guiding on the Arm of Kirwin Reservoir. refuge. 4. We allow motorless boats in the Sol- 11. We prohibit overnight camping on the omon Arm of Kirwin Reservoir from August refuge. 1 through September 30. 12. We prohibit open fires on the refuge. 5. We prohibit access within 100 yards (90 B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting m) of a nesting endangered or threatened of pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, fox squir- species. 6. We allow noncommercial collection of rel, cottontail rabbit, and turkey on des- bait fish in accordance with State regula- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance tions. with State regulations subject to the fol- 7. We prohibit fishing tournaments on the lowing conditions: refuge. 1. You may only possess bow and arrow or 8. We prohibit disposal of fish cleanings on shotguns no larger than 10 gauge on the ref- the refuge (see § 27.94 of this chapter). uge. 9. Conditions A8 through A12 apply. 2. In addition to pheasant, we allow hunting of fox squirrel and cottontail rabbit only MARAIS DES CYGNES NATIONAL WILDLIFE during pheasant season. REFUGE 3. You may only possess six shells per day A. We allow in the area from the Quillback Cove parking Migratory Game Bird Hunting. hunting of goose, duck, coot, rail, snipe, lot to the ‘‘Closed to Hunting’’ boundary east woodcock, and mourning dove on designated of Dogtown. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 4. We prohibit retrieval of upland game regulations subject to the following condi- from an area closed to upland game hunting. tions: 5. We prohibit retrieval of turkey from an 1. We restrict outboard motor use to the area closed to turkey hunting. westernmost 51⁄2 miles (8.8 km) of the Marais 6. Conditions A8 through A12 apply. des Cygnes River. You may use only non- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of motorized boats and electric trolling motors deer and turkey on designated areas of the on remaining waters in designated areas of refuge in accordance with State regulations the refuge. subject to the following conditions: 2. We prohibit discharge of firearms within 1. We only allow archery hunting of deer. 150 yards (135 m) of any residence or occupied 2. You must obtain a refuge-issued permit building. to hunt deer on the refuge. You must sign 3. We allow only temporary portable blinds and carry the permit in the field while hunt- and blinds made from natural vegetation. ing. 4. You must remove boats, decoys, portable 3. We prohibit construction or use of any blinds, and other personal property from the permanent stand or blind (see § 27.92 of this refuge at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and chapter). 27.94 of this chapter). 4. We prohibit digging or using holes or B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting pits for blinds. of cottontail rabbit, squirrel, and bobwhite 5. You may use natural vegetation to con- quail on designated areas of the refuge in ac- struct a temporary blind. cordance with State regulations subject to 6. We prohibit retrieving deer from an area the following conditions: closed to deer hunting. 1. Condition A2 applies. 7. We prohibit retrieving turkey from an 2. We prohibit centerfire and rimfire rifles area closed to turkey hunting. and pistols. 8. We prohibit the use of nails, wires, 3. You may possess only bow and arrow or screws, or bolts to attach a stand to a tree or shotguns smaller than 10 gauge while hunt- hunting from a tree into which a metal ob- ing upland game. ject has been driven (see §32.2(i)). 4. We require the use of approved nontoxic 9. Conditions A8 through A12 apply. shot (see § 32.2(k)). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of refuge in accordance with State regulations white-tailed deer and turkey on designated subject to the following conditions: areas of the refuge in accordance with State

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regulations subject to the following condi- 3. We prohibit the use of seines for taking tions: bait. 1. Conditions A2, A3, A4, B2, and B4 apply. 4. We prohibit fishing from water control 2. You must possess and carry a refuge ac- structures and bridges. cess permit to hunt deer and spring turkey. 5. We restrict fishing in the designated 3. We prohibit hunting with the aid of or ‘‘Kid’s Pond,’’ approximately 1⁄4 mile (.4 km) distribution of any feed, salt, or other min- WSW of headquarters, to youth age 14 and eral (see § 32.2(h)). under, and to a parent and/or guardian age 18 D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- or older accompanying a youth. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 6. The bag limit for the Kid’s Pond is one with State regulations subject to the fol- fish per day. lowing condition: Condition A1 applies. 7. We prohibit the use of boats, canoes, or other watercraft. QUIVIRA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 8. The refuge is open 11⁄2 hours before legal A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow sunrise to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. hunting of goose, duck, coot, Virginia and [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 60 Sora rail, mourning dove, and common snipe FR 62042, Dec. 4, 1995; 62 FR 47378, Sept. 9, on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 1997; 63 FR 46916, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30783, ance with State regulations subject to the May 12, 2000; 67 FR 58945, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR following conditions: 54362, 54391, Sept. 8, 2004; 73 FR 33176, June 11, 1. We open refuge hunting areas September 2008; 74 FR 45684, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3960, 1 through February 28. Jan. 21, 2011; 77 FR 56041, Sept. 11, 2012] 2. We may close refuge hunting areas to hunting without notice when whooping crane are present or emergencies arise. § 32.36 Kentucky. 3. We post refuge hunting areas as ‘‘Public The following refuge units have been Hunting Areas’’ and delineate them on the opened for hunting and/or fishing, and refuge hunting brochure map. are listed in alphabetical order with 1 4. The refuge is open from 1 ⁄2 hours before applicable refuge-specific regulations. legal sunrise to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. We prohibit hunters entering refuge hunting CLARKS RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas to set up decoys and other devices until 1 hour prior to legal shooting time (1⁄2 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hour before legal sunrise). Hunters must re- hunting of mourning dove, woodcock, com- move all decoys within 1 hour following the mon snipe, Canada and snow goose, coot, end of legal shooting time (legal sunset). crow, and waterfowl listed in 50 CFR 10.13 5. We prohibit hunting from or across any under DUCKS on designated areas of the ref- road, trail, or parking area. uge in accordance with State regulations 6. Hunters must park in designated park- subject to the following conditions: ing areas. 1. Except for raccoon, opossum, and bull- 7. We only allow portable devices or tem- frog hunting, access to the refuge is from 2 porary blinds of natural vegetation. We pro- hours before legal sunrise to 2 hours after hibit construction of permanent blinds or legal sunset. pits (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 2. We prohibit the use of motorized off-road 8. We prohibit the retrieval of game from vehicles (e.g., ATVs) and any unlicensed ve- areas closed to hunting. hicles on the refuge (see §27.31(f) of this chap- 9. We prohibit the use of boats, canoes, or ter). other watercraft. 3. We prohibit target practice with any B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting weapon or nonhunting discharge of firearms of pheasant, quail, squirrel, and rabbit on (see § 27.42 of this chapter). designated areas of the refuge in accordance 4. We prohibit the use of horses and mules with State regulations subject to the fol- on refuge property during the State muzzle- lowing conditions: loader and modern gun deer hunts. We allow 1. Conditions A1 through A6, and A8 apply. horseback riding on refuge roads and por- 2. We only allow shotguns for hunting on tions of the abandoned railroad tracks owned the refuge. by the refuge for access purposes while en- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] gaged in wildlife activities. We prohibit D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on all horses and mules off these secondary access waters on the refuge in accordance with routes for any reason. State regulations subject to the following 5. You must possess and carry a valid ref- conditions: uge permit while hunting and/or fishing on 1. You may take fish species listed in the the refuge. State fishing regulations. We prohibit taking 6. To retrieve or track game from a posted of frog, snake, or any other wildlife (see closed area of the refuge, the hunter must § 27.21 of this chapter). first receive authorization from the refuge 2. We prohibit the use of trotlines and manager at 270-527-5770 or the law enforce- setlines. ment officer at 270-702-2836.

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7. We prohibit the use of flagging tape, re- their guests. State regulations and the fol- flective tacks, or nonbiodegradable devices lowing conditions apply: used to identify paths to and mark tree i. Application procedures and eligibility re- stands, blinds, and other areas. quirements are available from the refuge of- 8. We close portions of abandoned railroad fice. tracks within the refuge boundary to vehicle ii. We allow permit holders and up to three access (see § 27.31 of this chapter). guests to hunt their assigned zone and/or 9. We prohibit discharge of firearms or car- provided blind on the designated date. We rying loaded firearms used for hunting on or prohibit guests on the Sharpe-Elva Water within 200 feet (90 m) of any home, the aban- Management Units without the attendance doned railroad tracks, graveled roads, and of the permit holder. hiking trails. iii. We prohibit selling, trading, or bar- 10. We prohibit possession or use of alco- tering of permits. This permit is non- holic beverages. transferable. 11. We prohibit the use of any electronic iv. You may place decoys out the first call or other electronic device used for pro- morning of the drawn hunt, and you must re- ducing or projecting vocal sounds of any move them at the close of the drawn hunt wildlife species with the exception of elec- (see § 27.93 of this chapter). tronic calls used during the refuge coyote v. We prohibit watercraft on the Sharpe- hunt starting at legal sunrise on the first Elva Water Management Units, except for Monday following the end of deer archery drawn permit holders to access their blinds season and closing at legal sunset on the Fri- and retrieve downed birds as needed. day 2 weeks prior to the beginning of youth B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting turkey season. of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, 12. We allow use of trail cameras. Cameras and coyote on designated areas of the refuge may be used year-round. Cameras must have in accordance with State regulations subject owner’s name, address, and phone number to the following conditions: clearly displayed. 1. Conditions A1 through A16 apply. 13. An adult age 21 or older must supervise 2. We close squirrel, rabbit, crow, all youth hunters age 15 and younger. Youth woodcock, snipe, dove, and quail seasons dur- hunters must remain in sight and normal ing muzzleloader and modern gun deer hunts. voice contact with the adult. On small game 3. You may not kill or cripple a wild ani- hunts, the adult may supervise no more than mal without making a reasonable effort to two youths; on big game hunts, the adult retrieve the animal and harvest a reasonable may supervise no more than one youth. portion to be included in your daily bag 14. All persons born after January 1, 1975, limit. must possess a valid hunter education card 4. You may use only rimfire rifles, pistols, while hunting. shotguns, and legal archery equipment for 15. We prohibit the use of centerfire weap- taking upland game. ons when hunting crow. 5. You may possess only approved nontoxic 16. We allow dogs for waterfowl, small shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting small game. game, and fall turkey hunting. Hunters must 6. You may hunt coyote under Statewide control all dogs by leash or chain if they are regulations starting at legal sunrise on the not legally using them for hunting. Dog own- first Monday following the end of deer archers/handlers must have a collar on each dog ery season and closing at legal sunset on the with the owner’s name, address, and tele- Friday 2 weeks prior to the beginning of phone number. youth turkey season. Hunters may also take 17. Waterfowl hunters must cease hunting coyote during any daytime refuge hunt for and pick up decoys and equipment (see other wildlife species with weapons, ammu- §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter), unload fire- nition, and equipment legal for that species arms used for hunting (see § 27.42(b) of this only. chapter), by 12 p.m. (noon) daily during the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of State waterfowl season. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 18. Waterfowl hunters must remove decoys, areas of the refuge in accordance with State blinds, boats, and all other equipment (see regulations subject to the following condi- § 27.93 of this chapter) and be out of the field tions: daily by 2 p.m. 1. Conditions A1 through A16 and B3 apply. 19. We close to all entry as posted the 2. We only allow the use of portable and Sharpe-Elva Water Management Units from climbing stands. You may place stands in November 1 through March 31 with the ex- the field no earlier than 2 weeks prior to the ception of drawn permit holders (name/ad- opening of deer season, and you must remove dress/phone) and their guests. them from the field within 1 week after the 20. We only allow waterfowl hunting on the season closes (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this Sharpe-Elva Water Management Units on chapter). The hunter’s name and address specified days during the State waterfowl must appear on all stands left in the field. season. We only allow hunting by individuals 3. You must use safety belts at all times in possession of a refuge draw permit and when occupying the tree stands.

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4. We prohibit organized deer drives of two contact of an adult age 21 or older, pos- or more hunters. We define ‘‘drive’’ as: the sessing a license. One adult hunter may su- act of chasing, pursuing, disturbing, or oth- pervise no more than two youth hunters. erwise directing deer so as to make animals C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting for more susceptible to harvest. white-tailed deer and turkey on the refuge in 5. Ground blinds used for the purpose of accordance with State regulations subject to hunting any species during the deer modern the following conditions: gun, muzzleloader, and youth firearms sea- 1. Conditions B1 through B6 apply. sons must display solid, unbroken, hunter 2. You may only participate in the refuge orange visible from all sides. firearms deer and turkey hunts with a spe- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and cial quota permit issued through random frogging on designated areas of the refuge in drawing. You may obtain information on accordance with State regulations subject to permit applications at the refuge head- the following conditions: quarters. 1. Conditions A1 through A15 apply. 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic 2. The following apply to the Environ- shot while turkey hunting on the refuge (see mental Education and Recreation Area § 32.2(k)). (EERA). 4. We only allow the use of portable blinds i. The EERA is a day-use area only. and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- ii. We only allow one rod and reel or pole move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- and line for fishing per person. sonal equipment from the refuge at the end iii. We prohibit the use of any type of of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). watercraft. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the iv. We prohibit the introduction or stock- refuge in accordance with State regulations ing of any species (see §27.52 of this chapter). subject to the following conditions: v. We prohibit the use of live fish for bait. 1. We allow access to the Long Point Unit vi. We close designated portions of the (north of Upper Blue Basin) for fishing from EERA to all entry from November 1 to March 16 through November 14, and the March 15. Grassy Island Unit (south of Upper Blue vii. We allow the taking of largemouth Basin) for fishing from February 1 through bass, channel catfish, and bluegill in accord- November 14. ance with posted limits. 2. We allow fishing on the refuge from legal viii. We prohibit the hunting or harvesting sunrise to legal sunset. of frog. 3. We prohibit taking of frog or turtle on the refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). OHIO RIVER ISLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE 4. We prohibit airboats, hovercraft, or per- REFUGE sonal watercraft (Jet Skis) on any waters Refer to § 32.68 West Virginia for regula- within the refuge boundary. tions. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 60 FR 62042, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 31461, June 20, REELFOOT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1996; 61 FR 46395, Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR 46916, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30783, May 12, 2000; 66 FR B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 46357, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR 54362, 54393, Sept. 8, of squirrel and raccoon on the refuge in ac- 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. 17, 2004; 70 FR 54168, cordance with State regulations subject to Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33176, June 11, 2008; 74 FR the following conditions: 45684, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3960, Jan. 21, 2011; 1. The refuge is a day-use area only, with 76 FR 56070, Sept. 9, 2011] the exception of legal hunting/fishing activities. § 32.37 Louisiana. 2. We prohibit the use of motorized off-road The following refuge units have been vehicles (e.g., ATVs) on the refuge (see opened for hunting and/or fishing, and § 27.31(f) of this chapter). 3. We set season dates and bag limits annu- are listed in alphabetical order with ally and publish them in the refuge public applicable refuge-specific regulations. use regulations available at the refuge office. ATCHAFALAYA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. You must possess and carry a valid refuge permit and report game taken as speci- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow fied within the permit. hunting of migratory game birds on des- 5. We allow hunters to access the refuge no ignated areas of the refuge in accordance more than 2 hours before legal sunrise and with State regulations subject to the fol- no more than 2 hours after legal sunset with lowing condition: Hunting must be in accord- the exception of raccoon hunters, who we ance with State-issued Sherburne Wildlife will allow access from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. (mid- Management Area regulations. night). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 6. All youth hunters age 15 and younger of upland game on designated areas of the must remain within sight and normal voice refuge in accordance with State regulations

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subject to the following condition: Hunting season if you are a hunter having the re- must be in accordance with State-issued quired licenses and permits. There is no bag Sherburne Wildlife Management Area regu- limit on coyote, feral hog, and beaver. State lations. regulations apply on other incidental spe- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cies. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 10. Refuge users must check all game areas of the refuge subject to the following taken before leaving the refuge at one of the condition: Hunting must be in accordance self-clearing check stations indicated on the with Sherburne Wildlife Management Area map in the Refuge Public Use Brochure. regulations. 11. You must check all game taken on the D. Sport Fishing. We allow finfishing and refuge before leaving the refuge at one of the shellfishing year-round in accordance with self-clearing check stations indicated on the Sherburne Wildlife Management Area regu- map in the refuge Hunting and Fishing Regu- lations subject to the following condition: lations Brochure. We prohibit all commercial finfishing and 12. We allow all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) shellfishing. and utility vehicles as per State Wildlife BAYOU COCODRIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Management Area (WMA) regulations and size specifications on designated trails (see A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow § 27.31 of this chapter) from September 1 hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock through the hunting season. An ATV is an on designated areas of the refuge in accord- off-road vehicle with factory specifications ance with State regulations subject to the not to exceed the following: Weight 750 following conditions: pounds (337.5 kg), length 85 inches (212.5 cm), 1. We require a $15 annual Public Use Per- and width 48 inches (120 cm). We restrict mit (signature required) for all hunters and ATV tires to those no larger than 25 × 12 anglers age 16 and older. We waive the fee for with a maximum 1 inch (2.5 cm) lug height individuals age 60 and older. The user must and a maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 sign and carry the permit. psi as indicated on the tire by the manufac- 2. We allow migratory game bird hunting turer. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and 13. We only allow ATVs on designated Sundays until 12 p.m. (noon) during the trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) from Sep- State season. We do not open for the special tember 1 through the hunting season. An all- teal season and State youth waterfowl hunt. terrain vehicle (ATV) is an off-road vehicle 3. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 with factory specifications not to exceed the m) of the maintained rights-of-way of roads, following: weight 750 pounds (337.5 kg), refuge road or designated trail, building, res- length 85 inches (212.5 cm), and width 48 idence, or designated public facility. inches (120 cm). We restrict ATV tires to 4. Hunters must remove harvested water- those no larger than 25×12 with a maximum fowl, temporary blinds, and decoys (see 1 inch (2.5 cm) lug height and a maximum al- § 27.93 of this chapter) used for duck hunting lowable tire pressure of 7 psi as indicated on by 1 p.m. daily. the tire by the manufacturer. 5. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and retrieve when hunting for migratory game 14. You may possess only approved birds. nontoxic shot while hunting on the refuge 6. Any hunter under age 17 must possess (see § 32.2(k)). This requirement only applies and carry proof of completion of an approved to the use of shotgun ammunition. Hunter Safety Course and be accompanied by 15. Each refuge user must obtain a daily an adult age 21 or older. Each adult may su- use reporting card (one per person) and place pervise (within sight of and in normal voice it on the dashboard of their vehicle or in contact with) only one youth for all youth their boat where their personal information hunts except migratory birds. One adult may is readable and in plain view. Users must supervise no more than two youths while complete all the information requested and hunting migratory game birds. return the cards to the refuge kiosk/check 7. We prohibit any person or group to act stations upon departure from the refuge. as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other 16. Refuge users may enter the refuge no capacity that any other individual(s) pays or earlier than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge promises to pay directly or indirectly for by 2 hours after legal sunset except that rac- services rendered to any other person or per- coon and opossum hunters during the month sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of of February may use the refuge at night. whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ting, lodging, or club membership. of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of 8. We prohibit use or possession of any type the refuge in accordance with State regula- of trail-marking material. tions subject to the following conditions: 9. Coyote, beaver, feral hog, and raccoon 1. We allow squirrel and rabbit hunting are incidental take species and, as such, you within the State season. We will list specific may take them during any open hunting sea- refuge season dates annually in the Refuge son only with the weapon allowed for that Public Use Brochure.

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2. Conditions A1, A3, and A7 through A16 8. We allow deer hunting with primitive apply. firearms subject to State regulations. Spe- 3. We allow the use of dogs to hunt squirrel cific open dates will appear in the annual and rabbit during that portion of the season Refuge Hunting and Fishing Regulations designated as ‘‘With/Without Dogs.’’ We list Brochure. specific season dates in the refuge brochure. 9. We prohibit possession or use of buck- 4. While engaged in upland game hunting, shot. we prohibit possession of firearms (see § 27.42 10. We prohibit possession or use of climb- of this chapter) larger than .22 caliber rim- ing spikes. fire, shotgun slugs, or buckshot. 11. We prohibit baiting or hunting over 5. Refuge users may enter the refuge no bait and the possession of bait or any non- earlier than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge naturally occurring attractant on the refuge by 2 hours after legal sunset except that rac- (see §32.2(h)). coon and opossum hunters during the month 12. There is a $5 application fee per person of February may use the refuge at night. for the lottery gun hunt application. 6. Youth hunters under age 16 must have D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the completed a hunter education course and refuge in accordance with State regulations possess and carry evidence of completion. An subject to the following conditions: adult age 21 or older must closely supervise 1. Conditions A11 through A15 apply. youth hunters (within sight and normal 2. You must tend trotlines daily. You must voice contact). One adult may supervise no attach ends of trotlines by a length of cotton more than one youth hunter while hunting line that extends into the water. upland game. 3. We prohibit commercial fishing. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 4. We prohibit the taking of alligator snap- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the ping turtle (see § 27.21 of this chapter). refuge in accordance with State regulations 5. We only allow fishing during daylight subject to the following conditions: hours. 1. Conditions A1, A3, and A7 through A16 6. The refuge boat ramp is open from 4 a.m. apply. until 2 hours after legal sunset. 2. The bag limit is one antlered or one 7. We prohibit wire traps, slat traps, wire antlerless deer per day. Hunters must check nets, hoop nets, trotlines, yo-yos, and jug out each deer harvested according to the in- lines on the refuge. structions posted at a designated check station prior to leaving the refuge. The State BAYOU SAUVAGE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE season limit and tagging regulations apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 3. You must check all deer on the same day hunting of migratory game birds (duck and taken during lottery deer hunts at a staffed goose) on designated areas of the refuge in refuge check station. accordance with State regulations subject to 4. We require a minimum of 400 square the following conditions: inches (2,600 cm2) of unbroken hunter orange 1. We consider all waterfowl and coot hunt- as the outermost layer of clothing on the ing to be youth hunts. Youths, age 15 or chest and back, and in addition, we require a younger, must accompany an adult age 21 or hat or cap of unbroken hunter orange. You older. The youth must be capable of and must wear the solid hunter-orange items must actively participate in such hunt by while in the field. the possession and/or firing of a legal weapon 5. We prohibit hunters leaving stands on during such hunt for the express purpose of the refuge until the opening day of archery harvesting game. season, and they must remove them by the 2. Each adult may supervise no more than end of the last day of the archery season. two youths, and no more than one adult may Hunters must clearly mark stands used on supervise each youth during the course of the refuge with the name and address of the any hunt. Youth must remain within normal owner of the stand. Hunters must remove voice contact of the adult who is supervising portable stands from trees daily and must them. Adults accompanying youth on refuge place free-standing stands in a nonhunting hunts may participate by hunting but may position daily (see §§27.93 and 27.94 of this not harvest more than their own daily bag chapter). limit. Youth must harvest their own bag 6. We only allow deer hunting with modern limits. firearms during the lottery deer hunt. We re- 3. We allow waterfowl (duck, goose, and quire special limited permits for the lottery coot) hunting until 12 p.m. (noon) on deer hunt. We only allow hunters with a Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sun- valid lottery deer hunt permit (must possess days, including early teal season, youth wa- and carry the permit) to use the refuge dur- terfowl hunt season, or other such special ing the lottery deer hunt. seasons that may be promulgated by law or 7. We allow deer hunting within the State statute. We will close the refuge to water- season. We will list specific refuge season fowl and coot hunting during any segment of dates annually in the Refuge Public Use Bro- goose season that extends beyond the regular chure. duck season.

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4. Hunters may not enter the refuge prior B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] to 4 a.m. on the day of the hunt and must C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] exit the refuge with all equipment and mate- D. Sport Fishing. We allow finfishing and rials (see § 27.93 of this chapter) no later than shellfishing on designated areas of the refuge 1 p.m. in accordance with State regulations subject 5. We allow hunting only on those portions to the following conditions: of the refuge that lie outside of the confines 1. The refuge is open from 30 minutes be- of the hurricane protection levee, unless we fore legal sunrise to 30 minutes after legal post areas closed to hunting or designated sunset. areas closed on the refuge hunt permit 2. We allow sport fishing and shell fishing (signed brochure). year-round on designated areas of the refuge 6. Specific State regulations apply during and only after 12 p.m. on portions of the ref- the State Youth Waterfowl Hunting Days uge outside of the Hurricane Protection (i.e., adults may not hunt), except adults Levee from November 1 through January 31 must be age 21 or older. and during the State teal season. We close 7. Hunters must possess and carry a valid the remainder of the refuge from November 1 refuge hunt permit (signed brochure). through January 31. 8. We allow dogs only to locate, point, and 3. We only allow sport fishing with hand- retrieve while hunting. held rod and reel or hand-held rod and line. 9. We allow only nontoxic shot while hunt- You may take bait shrimp with cast nets 8 ing (see § 32.2(k)). feet (2.4 m) in diameter or less. You may 10. We prohibit hunting within 500 feet (150 take crawfish (up to 100 pounds (45 kg) per m) of any residence or structure adjacent to person) with wire nets up to 20 inches (50 cm) the refuge; and we prohibit hunting within in diameter. We allow recreational crabbing 200 feet (60 m) of any road, railroad, levee, with a limit of 12 dozen per person. You must water control structure, designated public attend all fishing, crabbing, and crawfishing use trail, designated parking area, and other equipment at all times. designated public use facilities. 4. The use of trotlines, limblines, slat 11. We require hunters to comply with traps, gar sets, nets or alligator lines is pro- State regulations regarding the completion hibited on the refuge. of a Hunter Safety Course. 5. Only outboard motors 25 horsepower or 12. Persons possessing, transporting, or less are permitted in waterways inside the carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- hurricane protection levee. uges must comply with all provisions of 6. We prohibit feeding of any wildlife with- State and local law. Persons may only use in the refuge. (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- 7. We prohibit all commercial finfishing uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter and shell fishing. and specific refuge regulations in part 32). 13. We prohibit air-thrust boats, aircraft, 8. Conditions A12 through A19 apply. mud boats, and air-cooled propulsion engines 9. We prohibit motorized vehicles on all on the refuge, except hunters may use air- levees. cooled propulsion engines to traverse the ref- BAYOU TECHE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uge through the Intracoastal Waterway and the Irish Bayou Straight Canal. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 14. We prohibit motorized vehicles on all hunting of migratory game birds and water- levees. fowl on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 15. We prohibit any person or group to act cordance with State regulations subject to as a hunting/angling guide, outfitter, or in the following conditions: any other capacity that any other indi- 1. All hunters must possess and carry a vidual(s) pays or promises to pay directly or signed hunt permit while hunting on the ref- indirectly for services rendered to any other uge. This permit is free and available on the person or persons hunting/angling on the ref- front cover of the refuge brochure. This per- uge, regardless of whether such payment is mit is free and available on the front cover for guiding, outfitting, lodging, or club mem- of the refuge’s brochure. bership. 2. We prohibit hunting in and/or shooting 16. We prohibit the use of open fires. into or across any agricultural field, road- 17. We prohibit camping. way, or canal. 18. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- 3. An adult at least age 21 must supervise uge. youth hunters age 15 and younger during all 19. We prohibit the use of any type of ma- hunts. One adult may supervise two youths terial used as flagging or trail markers, ex- during small game hunts and migratory bird cept bright eyes. hunts but may supervise only one youth dur- 20. We close all portions of the refuge out- ing big game hunts. Youth must remain side of the Hurricane Protection Levee to within normal voice contact of the adult who public entry other than waterfowl hunting is supervising them. Parents or adult guard- until 12 p.m. from November 1 through Janu- ians are responsible for ensuring that hunt- ary 31 and during the State teal season. ers under age 16 do not engage in conduct

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that would constitute a violation of refuge 1. We only allow hunting from the start of regulations. the State squirrel and rabbit seasons until 4. We require waterfowl hunters to remove the last day of State waterfowl season in the all portable blinds, boats, decoys, and other West Zone. personal equipment from the refuge by 1 p.m. 2. We prohibit upland game hunting on daily. days corresponding with refuge deer gun 5. All hunters must check-in prior to hunt- hunts. ing and check out after hunting at a refuge 3. We allow hunters to enter the refuge self-clearing check station. You must report after 4 a.m., but they must leave the refuge all game taken on the refuge when checking 1 hour after legal sunset. out by using the check card. 4. We allow hunting 7 days per week begin- 6. We prohibit airboats and marsh buggies ning with the opening of the State season (tracked vehicles) on the refuge. We restrict through the last day of the State waterfowl motorized boat use to existing canals, season in the West Zone in the following ref- ditches, trenasses, ponds, and from areas uge units: Centerville, Garden City, Bayou marked as nonmotorized areas only. Sale, North Bend—East, and North Bend— 7. We prohibit parking, walking, or hunt- West Units. We open no other units to the ing within 150 feet (45 m) of any active oil hunting of upland game. well site, production facility, or equipment. 5. We prohibit dogs. We also prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 6. Conditions A1 through A3, A5 through m) of any public road, refuge road, building, A8, and A12 through A17 apply, except we residence, or designated public facility. allow the use of .17 and .22 caliber rimfire or 8. We prohibit possession or distribution of smaller while hunting small game. bait while in the field and hunting with the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting aid of bait, including any grain, salt, min- of white-tailed deer on designated areas of erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- the refuge in accordance with State regula- tractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). tions subject to the following conditions: 9. We allow hunting until 12 p.m. (noon). 1. We allow hunting of deer only with fire- Hunters may only enter the refuge after 4 arms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) during 5 spe- a.m. cific days during October and November. A 10. We allow waterfowl hunting in youth gun hunt will occur during the last Centerville, Garden City, Bayou Sale, North weekend of October. The general gun hunt Bend East, and North Bend West Units dur- will occur during the final full weekend in ing the State waterfowl season. We open no November. The general gun hunt will be a other units to migratory waterfowl hunting. lottery hunt. We will require a Lottery Hunt 11. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and Permit. Hunters will find permit application retrieve when hunting for migratory game procedures in the refuge brochure. The youth birds. gun hunt includes both Saturday and Sun- 12. You may only possess approved day. The general gun hunt includes the Fri- nontoxic shot while hunting on the refuge day immediately before the weekend. (see § 32.2(k)). This requirement only applies 2. We allow archery deer hunting from the to the use of shotgun ammunition. start of the State archery season until Janu- 13. We prohibit horses and ATVs. ary 31. Hunters may take deer of either sex 14. We prohibit the use of any type of main accordance with State-approved archery terial used as flagging or trail markers ex- equipment and regulations. The State season cept bright eyes. limits apply. The following units are open to 15. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- archery deer hunting: Centerville, Bayou uge. Sale, North Bend East, North Bend West, and 16. We prohibit any person or group to act Garden City. We close refuge archery hunt- as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other ing on those days that the refuge deer gun capacity that any other individual(s) pays or hunts occur. promises to pay directly or indirectly for 3. We allow hunting only in the services rendered to any other person or per- Centerville, Garden City, Bayou Sale, North sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of Bend East, and North Bend West Units. We whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- do not open the Bayou Sale Unit for all big ting, lodging, or club membership. game firearm hunts. 17. Persons possessing, transporting, or 4. We allow each hunter to possess only one carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- deer per day, the deer may be a buck or a uges must comply with all provisions of doe. State season limits apply. State and local law. Persons may only use 5. You may take no other native or feral (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- wildlife other than white-tailed deer while uge regulations (§ 27.42 and specific refuge engaged in big game hunting (see § 27.21 of regulations in part 32). this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 6. Hunters may use only portable deer of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of stands. Hunters may erect deer stands one the refuge in accordance with State regula- day before the deer archery season and must tions subject to the following conditions: remove them from the refuge within 1 day

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after the season closes. Hunters may place during small game and migratory bird hunts only one deer stand on a refuge. Deer stands but may supervise only one youth during big must have owner’s name, address, and phone game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- number clearly printed on the stand. Hunt- mal voice contact of the adult who is super- ers must place stands in a nonhunting posi- vising them. Parents or adult guardians are tion when not in use (see § 27.93 of this chap- responsible for ensuring that hunters under ter). age 16 do not engage in conduct that would 7. All hunters (including archery hunters) constitute a violation of refuge regulations. except waterfowl hunters must wear and dis- 8. We prohibit camping. play 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of unbro- 9. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- ken hunter orange as the outermost layer of rying firearms on national wildlife refuges clothing on the chest and back and a hunter- must comply with all provisions of State and orange cap during deer gun seasons. Deer local law. Persons may only use (discharge) hunters hunting from concealed ground firearms in accordance with refuge regula- blinds must display a minimum of 400 square tions (§ 27.42 and specific refuge regulations inches of hunter orange above or around in part 32). their blinds which is visible from 360 degrees. 10. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 8. Conditions A1 through A3, A5 through m) from the centerline of any road open to A8, A13 through A17, B3, and B5 apply. vehicle travel, Boy Scout Road, any main- 9. We prohibit the use of trail cameras. tained trails, or from any residence. We pro- 10. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. hibit hunting in refuge-designated closed 11. We prohibit dogs and driving deer. areas which we post on the refuge and iden- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in all ref- tify in the refuge hunt permits (see § 27.31 of uge waters in accordance with State regula- this chapter). tions subject to the following conditions: 11. Hunters may possess only approved 1. We only allow recreational fishing. We nontoxic shot while hunting on the refuge prohibit all commercial fishing activity. (see § 32.2(k)). 2. We prohibit the use of unattended nets, 12. Hunters may not enter the refuge be- traps, or lines (trot, jug, bush, etc.). fore 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later 3. The refuge is open from legal sunrise than 2 hours after legal sunset for that day. until legal sunset unless stated otherwise. 13. We prohibit any person or group to act 4. The Franklin Unit canals (birdfoot ca- as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other nals) will be open for motorized boats be- capacity that any other individual(s) pays or tween April 15 and August 31. This unit is promises to pay directly or indirectly for open to nonmotorized boats all year. services rendered to any other person or per- 5. Conditions A6, A13, A15, and A17 apply. sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- BIG BRANCH MARSH NATIONAL WILDLIFE ting, lodging, or club membership. REFUGE 14. We prohibit horses. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 15. We prohibit all-terrain vehicles. hunting of duck, coot, goose, snipe, rail, gal- 16. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- linule, and woodcock on designated areas of uge. the refuge during the State season for those 17. We prohibit the use of any type of ma- species in accordance with State regulations terial used as flagging or trail markers ex- subject to the following conditions: cept reflective tacks. 1. We allow waterfowl hunting on Wednes- 18. We designate refuge areas closed to pub- days, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays lic hunting on the refuge hunt permit (signed from 30 minutes before legal sunrise until 12 brochure) or posted with no hunting signs. p.m. (noon), including the State special teal B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting season and State youth waterfowl hunt. of squirrel, rabbit, and quail on designated 2. We do not open the refuge to goose hunt- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ing for that part of the season that extends regulations subject to the following condi- beyond the regular duck season. tions: 3. We allow only temporary blinds, and 1. We allow upland game hunting during hunters must remove the blinds and decoys the open State season using only approved by 1 p.m. (see § 27.93 of this chapter). nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) size 4 or smaller 4. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and or .17 or .22 caliber rimfire rifles. retrieve when hunting for migratory game 2. You may only use dogs for hunting birds. squirrel and rabbit after the close of the 5. You must possess and carry a valid ref- State archery deer season. uge hunt permit. 3. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and 6. We prohibit air-thrust boats, aircraft, retrieve when hunting for quail. mud boats, and air-cooled propulsion engines 4. Conditions A5 through A10 and A12 on the refuge. through A18 apply. 7. An adult age 21 or older must supervise C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of youth hunters age 15 or younger during all white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated hunts. 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regulations subject to the following condi- 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- tions: uge hunt permit (signed refuge brochure). 1. We are open only during the State sea- 2. We allow waterfowl hunting until 12 p.m. son for archery hunting of deer. (noon) during the State season, except we do 2. We only allow portable stands. not open during the special teal season and 3. We prohibit dogs and driving deer. State youth waterfowl hunt. 4. You may take deer of either sex in ac- 3. We prohibit accessing the hunting area cordance with State-approved archery equip- by boat from Black Bayou Lake. ment and regulations. The State season lim- 4. You may enter the refuge no earlier than its apply. Longbow, compound bow, and 4 a.m. crossbow or any bow drawn, held, or released 5. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (45 by mechanical means will be a legal means m) of the maintained right-of-way of roads of take during the deer archery season. and from or across ATV trails (see § 27.31 of 5. Hunters may erect temporary deer this chapter). We prohibit hunting within 50 stands 1 day prior to the start of deer arch- feet (15 m), or trespassing on above-ground ery season. Hunters must remove all deer oil or gas production facilities. stands within 1 day after the archery deer 6. We prohibit leaving boats, blinds, and season closes. Hunters may place only one decoys unattended. deer stand on a refuge. Deer stands must 7. We allow dogs to only locate, point, and have the owner’s name, address and phone retrieve when hunting for migratory game number clearly printed on the stand. Hunt- birds. ers must place stands in a nonhunting posi- 8. An adult at least age 21 must supervise tion when not in use (see § 27.93 of this chap- youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. ter). One adult may supervise two youths during small game and migratory bird hunts but 6. Hunters may take hogs only during the may supervise only one youth during big refuge deer archery hunt. game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- 7. We prohibit possession or distribution of mal voice contact of the adult who is super- bait while in the field and hunting with the vising them. Parents or adult guardians are aid of bait, including any grain, salt, min- responsible for ensuring that hunters under erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- age 16 do not engage in conduct that would tractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). constitute a violation of refuge regulations. 8. Conditions A5 through A10 and A12 9. We prohibit any person or group to act through A18 apply. as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other 9. We prohibit the use of trail cameras. capacity that any other individual(s) pays or 10. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. promises to pay directly or indirectly for D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- services rendered to any other person or per- ignated waters of the refuge in accordance sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of with State regulations subject to the fol- whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- lowing conditions: ting, lodging, or club membership. 1 1. You may fish only from ⁄2 hour before 10. We only allow ATVs on trails (see § 27.31 1 legal sunrise until ⁄2 hour after legal sunset, of this chapter) designated for their use and except we allow night fishing from the bank marked by signs. We do not open ATV trails and pier on Lake Road. March 1 through August 31. An all-terrain 2. You must only use rods and reel or pole vehicle (ATV) is an off-road vehicle with fac- and lines while fishing. tory specifications not to exceed the fol- 3. We prohibit the use of trotlines, lowing: Weight 750 lbs. (337.5 kg), length 85 limblines, slat traps, gar sets, nets, or alli- inches (212.5 cm), and width 48 inches (120 gator lines on the refuge. You may take bait cm). We restrict ATV tires to those no larger with cast nets 8 feet (2.4 m) in diameter or than 25 inches × 12 inches (62.5 cm × 30 cm) less. with a maximum of 1 inch (2.5 cm) lug height 4. We allow recreational crabbing. and a maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 5. We prohibit all commercial finfishing psi as indicated on the tire by the manufac- and shellfishing. turer. 6. Conditions A6, A8, A9, and A13 (angling B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting guides) through A17 apply. of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- 7. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see sum on designated areas as indicated in the § 27.21 of this chapter). refuge brochure and in accordance with State regulations subject to the following BLACK BAYOU LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE conditions: REFUGE 1. Conditions A1, A3, A5, A8, and A9 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. We prohibit taking small game with fire- hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock arms larger than .22 caliber rimfire, shotgun on designated areas of the refuge as indi- slugs, and buckshot. cated in the refuge brochure in accordance 3. You may hunt raccoon and opossum with State regulations subject to the fol- from 1⁄2 hour before sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after lowing conditions: sunset of rabbit and squirrel season and at

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night during December and January. You play your launch permit before launching may use dogs for night hunting. We prohibit boat. selling raccoon and opossum taken on the 7. We prohibit take of frog, turtle, and mol- refuge for human consumption. lusk (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 4. We allow use of dogs to hunt squirrel and 8. We prohibit crossing the boat lane rabbit during January and February only. booms. 5. We allow use of horses and mules to hunt 9. We prohibit crossing the water hyacinth raccoon and opossum at night only after ob- booms in a boat or traveling over idle speed taining a Special Use Permit at the refuge within the booms. office. 6. We prohibit opossum and raccoon night BOGUE CHITTO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunters from using ATVs. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 7. You may enter the refuge no earlier than hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 1 hour on designated areas of the refuge in accord- after legal shooting hours. ance with State regulations subject to the 8. You may only possess approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting on the ref- following conditions: uge. This requirement only applies to the use 1. We allow hunting from 30 minutes before of shotgun ammunition. legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon), including C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the State special teal season and State white-tailed deer on designated areas of the youth waterfowl hunt. You must remove refuge as indicated in the refuge brochure in blinds and decoys by 1 p.m. (see § 27.93 of this accordance with State regulations subject to chapter). We do not open the refuge to goose the following conditions: hunting for that part of the season that ex- 1. Conditions A1, A3, A5, A8, A9, A10, and tends beyond the regular duck season. B7 apply. 2. We allow woodcock hunting in accord- 2. We prohibit gun deer hunting. ance with State regulations using only ap- 3. The daily bag limit is one deer of either proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) size #4 or sex. The State season limit applies. smaller. 4. We prohibit leaving deer stands, blinds, 3. We allow public hunting refuge-wide dur- and other equipment unattended. ing the open State season for listed migra- 5. An adult at least age 21 must supervise tory game bird species. youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. 4. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and One adult may supervise two youths during retrieve when hunting for migratory game small game and migratory bird hunts but birds. may supervise only one youth during big 5. We require possession of a signed refuge game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- hunt permit (signed refuge brochure) while mal voice contact of the adult who is super- hunting. vising them. Parents or adult guardians are 6. An adult at least age 21 must supervise responsible for ensuring that hunters under youth hunters age 15 or younger during all age 16 do not engage in conduct that would hunts. One adult may supervise two youths constitute a violation of refuge regulations. during small game hunts and migratory bird 6. We prohibit possession or distribution of hunts but may supervise only one youth dur- bait or hunting with the aid of bait, including big game hunts. Youth must remain ing any grain, salt, minerals, or other feed or within normal voice contact of the adult who any nonnaturally occurring attractant on is supervising them. Parents or adult guard- the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). ians are responsible for ensuring that hunt- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- ers under age 16 do not engage in conduct ignated areas of the refuge in accordance that would constitute a violation of refuge with State regulations subject to the fol- regulations. lowing conditions: 7. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 1. You may enter the refuge 1⁄2 hour before m) from the centerline of any public road, legal sunrise, and you must exit no later refuge road, designated or maintained trail, than 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. building, residence, designated public facil- 2. You may only launch boats at the con- ity, or from or across aboveground oil or gas crete ramp adjacent to the visitor center. We or electric facilities. We prohibit hunting in prohibit launching boats with motors great- refuge-designated closed areas, which we er than 50 hp. We prohibit personal post on the refuge and identify in the refuge watercraft (Jet Skis). hunt permits (see § 27.31 of this chapter). 3. We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, yo-yos, 8. For the purpose of hunting, we prohibit traps, or nets. possession of slugs, buckshot, rifle, or pistol 4. We prohibit commercial fishing. ammunition unless otherwise specified. 5. We prohibit leaving boats or other equip- 9. We allow primitive camping within 100 ment on the refuge overnight (see § 27.93 of feet (30 m) of designated streams. These in- this chapter). clude either bank of the Boque Chitto River, 6. We require a boat launch fee. You must Wilson Slough, and West Pearl River south pay launch fees and fill out and properly dis- of Wilson Slough, refuge lands along the

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East Pearl River, and Holmes Bayou. Camp- must wear a hunter-orange cap during the ers must mark their campsite with the own- dog season for squirrels and rabbits. er’s name, address, and phone number placed 5. Conditions A5 through A17 apply, except in a conspicuous location in the center of you may use .17- and .22-caliber rifles, and camp. the nontoxic shot in your possession while 10. We prohibit any person or group to act hunting must be size 4 or smaller. as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of capacity that any other individual(s) pays or white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on promises to pay directly to indirectly for designated areas of the refuge in accordance services rendered to any other person or per- with State regulations subject to the fol- sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of lowing conditions: whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- 1. Conditions A5 through A7, A9 through ting, lodging, or club membership. A11, A13 through A17, B2, and B4 apply. 11. We prohibit horses, trail cameras, and 2. You may use only portable deer stands. ATVs. You may erect deer stands one day before 12. You may possess only approved the deer archery season and remove them nontoxic shot while hunting on the refuge from the refuge within 1 day after this sea- (see § 32.2(k)). son closes. Hunters may place only one deer 13. We prohibit the use of any type of ma- stand on a refuge. Deer stands must have terial used as flagging or trail markers, ex- owner’s name, address, and phone number cept reflective tacks. clearly printed on the stand. Hunters must 14. We prohibit the use or possession of al- place stands in a nonhunting position when cohol while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). not in use (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 15. We prohibit possession or distribution 3. We allow archery deer and hog hunting of bait while in the field and hunting with during the open State deer archery season. the aid of bait, including any grain, salt, You may take deer of either sex in accord- minerals, or any nonnaturally occurring food ance with State-approved archery equipment attractant, on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). and regulations. The State season limits 16. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- apply. uge. 4. We list specific dates for general gun big 17. Persons possessing, transporting, or game hunts in the refuge hunt brochure. carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- 5. We list specific dates for the primitive uges must comply with all provisions of weapons big game hunts in the refuge hunt State and local law. Persons may only use brochure. (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- 6. Legal primitive firearms used for hunt- uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter ing the primitive firearms season in Lou- and specific refuge regulations in part 32). isiana include: B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting i. Rifles or pistols, .35 caliber minimum, or of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum on shotguns 10 gauge or smaller, all of which designated areas of the refuge in accordance must load exclusively from the muzzle or cap with State regulations subject to the fol- and ball cylinder; use of black powder or ap- lowing conditions: proved substitute only; use of ball or bullet 1. We allow use of dogs for rabbit, squirrel, projectile only, including saboted bullets, in- raccoon, and opossum on specific dates listed cluding primitive firearms known as in the refuge hunt brochure. ‘‘inline’’ primitive firearms; and 2. We will close the refuge to hunting (ex- ii. Single shot, breech-loading rifles, .35 cept waterfowl) and camping when the Pearl caliber or larger of a kind or type manufac- River reaches 15.5 feet (4.65 m) on the Pearl tured prior to 1900; and replicas, reproduc- River Gauge at Pearl River, Louisiana. tions, or reintroductions of that type of rifle 3. We prohibit the take of feral hog during having an exposed hammer that use metallic any upland game hunts. cartridges loaded with black power or mod- 4. All hunters in Louisiana (including arch- ern smokeless powder. Hunters may fit all of ery hunters and small game hunters), except the above with magnified scopes. waterfowl hunters, must wear and display 7. Legal primitive firearms/weapons used not less than 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of for hunting the primitive firearms season in unbroken hunter-orange as the outermost Mississippi are crossbows and primitive fire- layer of clothing on the chest and back and arms, which include: a hunter-orange cap during deer gun seasons. i. a. Single or double-barreled-muzzle-load- We require all deer hunters to display a mining rifles of at least .38 caliber; single shot, imum of 400 square inches of hunter-orange breech- loading-metallic-cartridge rifles (.35 or a hunter-orange cap or hat while walking caliber or larger) and replicas, reproduc- to and from elevated stands. All hunters in tions, or reintroductions of those type rifles Mississippi must wear not less than 500 with an exposed hammer; and square inches of hunter-orange in place of b. Single or double-barreled-muzzle-loading the 400 square inches requirement described shotguns, with single ball or slug. above. 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substitute with either percussion caps or 4. We will post as closed to all entry por- #209 shotgun primers or flintlock ignition. tions of the refuge during migratory bird Hunters may load metallic cartridges with nesting seasons to reduce disturbance to black powder or modern smokeless powder. colonies of brown pelicans and other shore Hunters may fit all of the above with mag- birds. nified scopes. 8. We prohibit the use of dogs. CAMERON PRAIRIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE 9. We prohibit using shot larger than No. 2 REFUGE while hunting during turkey season. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 10. You may take hog as incidental game hunting of goose, duck, coot, gallinule, while participating in the refuge archery, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the primitive weapon, and general gun deer refuge in accordance with State regulations hunts except where specified otherwise. We subject to the following conditions: list specific dates for the special hog hunts 1. The refuge will be open on selected days in January, February, and March in the ref- for migratory game bird hunting as identi- uge hunt brochure. During the special hog fied in the refuge hunt permit (signed bro- hunts in February you must use trained hog- chure) and regulations brochure. hunting dogs to aid in the take of hog. Dur- 2. We prohibit entrance to the waterfowl ing the special hog hunts you may take hog hunting area earlier than 4 a.m. Shooting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hours for waterfowl hunts ends at 12 p.m. hour after legal sunset, and you must use (noon) each day. Hunters must leave the ref- pistol or rifle ammunition not larger than .22 uge no later than 1 hour after legal sunset. caliber rimfire or shotgun with nontoxic 3. We require every hunter to possess and shot to take the hog after it has been caught carry a valid, signed refuge hunt permit and by dogs. During the special temporary exper- regulations brochure. imental hog hunt in March, you may use any 4. Every hunter must complete and turn in legal firearm. A8 applies during special hog a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3– hunts in February. 2361) available from a self-clearing check sta- 11. You must kill all hogs prior to removal tion after each hunt. from the refuge. 5. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 12. We prohibit the use of deer and turkey m) of any public road, refuge road, trail, gobbler decoys. building, resident, or designated public facil- D. Sport Fishing. We allow recreational ity. fishing year-round in accordance with State 6. We prohibit all persons or groups from regulations subject to the following condi- acting as guides, outfitters, or in any other tions: capacity in which any individual(s) pays or 1. We only allow cotton limb lines. promises to pay directly or indirectly for 2. Conditions A9 and A11 apply. service rendered to any person or persons 3. We close the fishing ponds at the Pearl hunting on the refuge, regardless of whether River Turnaround to fishing and boating such payment is for guiding, outfitting, lodging, or club membership. during the months of April, May, and June. 7. We prohibit overnight camping on the 4. When open, we allow boats in the fishing refuge. ponds at the Pearl River Turnaround that do 8. We allow dogs when migratory bird not have gasoline-powered engines attached. hunting for the purpose of locating, pointing, Anglers must hand launch these boats into and retrieving only. the ponds. 9. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- 5. We prohibit the take of turtle (see § 27.21 holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). of this chapter). 10. Hunters must remove all hunting-re- 6. We allow trotlines but the last five feet lated equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) of trotline must be 100% cotton. from the refuge immediately following each 7. We prohibit all commercial finfishing day’s hunt. and shellfishing. 11. Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- BRETON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uges must comply with all provisions of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] State and local law. Persons may only use B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] uge regulations (see § 27.42 and specific ref- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport finfishing uge regulations in part 32 of this chapter). and shellfishing on designated areas of the 12. An adult at least age 21 must supervise refuge in accordance with State regulations youth hunters age 15 or younger during all subject to the following conditions: hunts. One adult may supervise two youths 1. Crabbers must tend crabbing equipment during migratory bird hunts but may super- at all times. vise only one youth during big game hunts. 2. Anglers may not use trotlines, slat Youth must remain within normal voice con- traps, or nets. tact of the adult who is supervising them. 3. We prohibit camping. Parents or adult guardians are responsible

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for ensuring that hunters under age 16 do not 8. Anglers must attend all lines, nets, and engage in conduct that would constitute a bait and remove same from the refuge when violation of refuge regulations. through fishing (see § 27.93 of this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 9. The daily limit of crabs is 5 dozen (60) C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of per boat or vehicle, regardless of the number white-tailed deer on designated areas of the of people thereon. refuge in accordance with State regulations 10. Cast net size is in accordance with subject to the following conditions: State regulations. 1. The refuge will be open for hunting on 11. The daily shrimp limit during the Lou- selected days as identified in the refuge hunt isiana inshore shrimp season is 5 gallons (19 permit (signed brochure) and regulations L) of heads-on shrimp per day, per vehicle or brochure. boat. 2. We allow only portable deer stands. 12. We allow cast netting for bait on both Hunters may place deer stands on the refuge the East Cove Unit and the Gibbstown Unit 1 day before the white-tail deer archery sea- in accordance with State regulations when son and must remove them from the refuge the units are open for public fishing only. within 1 day after the season closes. Hunters Anglers must empty cast nets directly into may place only one deer stand on the refuge, the container from the net. The daily bait and deer stands must have the owner’s name, shrimp limit is one gallon (3.8 L) per day, per address, and phone number clearly printed boat, outside the Louisiana inshore shrimp on the stand. Hunters must place stands in a season. nonhunting position at ground level when 13. Shrimp must remain in your actual cus- not in use. tody while on the refuge. 3. Conditions A3, A5 through A7, and A9 14. We prohibit ATVs, air-thrust boats, and through A12 apply. personal motorized watercraft (jet skis) in 4. Each hunter must complete and turn in any refuge area (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). a Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3– 15. We allow operation of outboard motors 2359) available from a self-clearing check sta- in refuge canals, bayous, and lakes. We allow tion after each hunt. only trolling motors in the marsh. 5. We prohibit entrance to the hunting area 16. We prohibit all persons or groups from earlier than 4 a.m. Hunters must leave no acting as guide, outfitter, or an any capacity later than 1 hour after legal sunset. in which any other individual(s) pay or 6. We prohibit possession or distribution of promise to pay directly or indirectly for bait or hunting with the aid of bait, includ- service rendered to any other person or per- ing any grail, salt, minerals, or other feed or sons fishing on the refuge, regardless of any nonnaturally occurring attractant on whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). ting, lodging, or club membership, unless au- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, boating, thorized by a refuge Special Use Permit crabbing, and cast netting on designated (FWS Form 3–1383). areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- 17. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see tions: § 27.21 of this chapter). 1. We allow fishing with a rod and reel or 18. We prohibit the commercialization (i.e., a pole and line. We prohibit possession of any selling) of plants and wildlife unless author- other type of fishing gear, including limb ized. lines, gill nets, jug lines, yo-yos, or trotlines. CAT ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. We allow recreational fishing, crabbing, or cast netting in the East Cove Unit year- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow round from legal sunrise to legal sunset, ex- hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock cept during the Louisiana west zone water- on designated areas of the refuge as shown fowl season or when the Grand Bayou Boat on the refuge hunt brochure map in accord- Bay is closed. ance with State regulations subject to the 3. We prohibit fishing, crabbing, or cast following conditions: netting from or trespassing on refuge water 1. We require a $15 Annual Public Use Per- control structures at any time. mit (signature only required) for all hunters 4. On the East Cove Unit, we prohibit walk- and anglers age 16 and older. The refuge user ing, wading, or climbing in or on the marsh, must sign and carry this permit at all times levees, or structures. while on the refuge. 5. We allow sport fishing, crabbing, and 2. Refuge users may enter the refuge no cast netting in the Gibbstown Unit’s Outfall earlier than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge Canal from March 15 through October 15. by 2 hours after legal sunset. 6. We allow only nonpowered boats in the 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic Bank Fishing Road waterways. shot while hunting on the refuge (see 7. We allow only recreational crabbing § 32.2(k)). with cotton hand lines or drop nets up to 24 4. You must use designated parking areas inches (60 cm) outside diameter. We prohibit to participate in any refuge public use activ- using floats on crab lines. ity.

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5. Youth hunters under age 17 must suc- 23. We prohibit all commercial activities cessfully complete a State-approved hunter (including, but not limited to, guiding). education course. While hunting each youth B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting must possess and carry a card or certificate of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of of completion. Each youth hunter must re- the refuge as shown on the refuge hunt bro- main within sight and normal voice contact chure map in accordance with State regula- of an adult age 21 or older. Each adult must tions subject to the following conditions: possess and carry a refuge permit (Public 1. Conditions A1 through A15, A19 through Use Permit/signature only required) and may A23 apply. supervise no more than two youth hunters 2. While upland game hunting, we prohibit during waterfowl/upland game hunting. the possession of firearms larger than .22 cal- 6. We allow take of beaver, feral hog, nu- iber rimfire, shotgun slugs, and buckshot tria, raccoon, and coyote incidental to any (see § 27.42 of this chapter). refuge hunt with weapons legal for that hunt 3. We allow the use of squirrel and rabbit until you take the daily bag limit of game. dogs from the day after the close of the 7. Refuge users must check all game taken State-designated Deer Rifle Season. We leaving the refuge at one of the self-clearing allow up to two dogs per hunting party for check stations indicated on the map in the squirrel hunting. Refuge Public Use Brochure. 4. We require the owner’s name and phone 8. We allow all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and number on the collars of all dogs. utility-type vehicle (UTVs) as per State 5. We prohibit possession or distribution of WMA regulations and size specifications on bait or hunting with the aid of bait, includ- designated trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) ing any grain, salt, minerals, or other feed or from September 15 through the hunting sea- nonnaturally occurring attractant on the son. An ATV is an off-road vehicle with fac- refuge (see § 32.2(h)). tory specifications not to exceed the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of lowing: Weight 750 pounds (337.5 kg), length white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 85 inches (212.5 cm), and width 48 inches (120 refuge as shown on the refuge hunt brochure cm). We restrict ATV tires to those no larger map in accordance with State regulations than 25 inches × 12 inches (62.5 cm × 30 cm) subject to the following conditions: with a maximum 1 inch (2.5 cm) lug height 1. Condition B1 applies. and a maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 2. We allow archery-only deer hunting on psi as indicated on the tire by the manufac- the refuge during the State archery deer sea- turer. son. 9. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 3. There is a $5 application fee per person m) of any public road, refuge road, trail or for each lottery hunt application (name/ad- ATV trail, building, residence, or designated dress/telephone number only required). public facility. 4. Hunters may not leave stands on the ref- 10. We prohibit the possession or use of any uge until the opening day of archery season. type of trail-marking material. Hunters must remove all stands by the end 11. We prohibit horses or mules. of the last day of the archery season. Hunt- 12. We allow parking only in designated ers must clearly mark all stands used on the parking areas. refuge with the name, address, and phone 13. We prohibit camping or overnight park- number of the owner. Hunters must use only ing on the refuge. portable deer stands, remove them from 14. We prohibit air-thrust boats on the ref- trees daily, and place freestanding stands in uge. a nonhunting position daily (see § 27.93 of 15. We prohibit all other hunting during this chapter). refuge lottery deer hunts. 5. We prohibit the use of dogs to trail 16. We allow waterfowl hunting on Tues- wounded game. days, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays 6. You may only take one deer of either sex until 12 p.m. (noon) during the designated per day during the deer season. State season State duck season. limits apply. 17. Hunters must remove harvested water- 7. We require a minimum of 400 square fowl, temporary blinds, and decoys (see inches (2,600 cm2) of unbroken-hunter orange § 27.93 of this chapter) used for duck hunting as the outermost layer of clothing on the by 1 p.m. daily. chest and back, and in addition we require a 18. We allow dogs to only locate, point, and hat or cap of unbroken-hunter orange. retrieve when hunting for migratory game 8. We prohibit driving or screwing nails, birds. spikes, or other metal objects into trees or 19. We prohibit accessing refuge property hunting from any tree into which such an by boat from the Mississippi River. object has been driven (see § 32.2(i)). 20. We prohibit trapping. 9. We allow ‘‘still hunting’’ only. We pro- 21. We prohibit the possession of saws, saw hibit man drives or use of dogs. blades, or machetes. 10. We prohibit use of climbing spurs. 22. We prohibit possession of alcohol while D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- hunting (see § 32.2(j)). ignated areas of the refuge as shown on the

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refuge hunting and fishing brochure map in fowl hunting must cease by 12 p.m. (noon), accordance with State regulations subject to and hunters must remove all decoys, blinds the following conditions: and boats from the hunting area by 1 p.m. 1. We prohibit commercial fishing or com- 9. We prohibit hunting or the discharge of mercial crawfishing. firearms within 150 feet (45 m) from the cen- 2. Conditions A1, A2, A4, A7, A8 (on the terline of roads and maintained trails. open portions of Wood Duck ATV trail for 10. We prohibit parking, walking, or hunt- wildlife-dependent activities throughout the ing within 150 feet (45 m) of any active oil year), A11 through A14, A19, A20, and A23 and gas facility or equipment. apply. 11. We prohibit the use of mules or horses. 3. We prohibit slat traps or hoop nets on 12. We prohibit the use or possession of the refuge. saws, saw blades, or machetes. 4. We prohibit possession of cleaned or 13. We allow the use of nonmotorized boats processed fish on the refuge. or boats with motors of 10 horsepower or less 5. We allow recreational crawfishing on the on refuge lakes and waters as designated. We refuge subject to specific dates (see refuge prohibit the use of air-thrust boats, water- brochure for details). The harvest limit is 50 thrust boats, or personal watercraft. pounds (22.5 kg) per permit per day. 14. Refuge users must enter and exit the 6. You must attend all crawfish traps and refuge only at designated parking areas on nets at all times and may not leave them on the refuge. We prohibit accessing adjacent the refuge overnight. We allow up to and not lands from the refuge parking areas or any to exceed 20 traps per angler on the refuge. other part of the refuge. 7. We prohibit harvest of frog or turtle on 15. We prohibit the use or possession of any the refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 8. We prohibit boat launching by trailer type of material used as flagging or trail from all refuge roads and parking lots. markers except bright eyes or reflective tape. CATAHOULA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 16. We prohibit camping or parking overnight on the refuge. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. 17. We restrict use of all-terrain vehicles hunting of duck, goose, and coot only on des- (ATVs) to designated trails. We allow ATVs ignated areas of the Bushley Bayou Unit in only for hunting and fishing and other wild- accordance with State hunting regulations life-related activities. ATVs will not exceed subject to the following conditions: 25 miles per hour (mph) when operated on 1. We allow migratory hunting of duck, the refuge. ATVs used on the refuge will not goose, and coot on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sat- exceed the following: Weight 750 pounds urdays, and Sundays from 1⁄2 hour before (337.5 kg), length 85 inches (212.5 cm), width legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon) during the 48 inches (120 cm). We restrict ATV tires to State season. × 2. We prohibit migratory game bird hunt- those no larger than 25 inches 12 inches × ing during deer-gun and primitive firearms (62.5 cm 30 cm) with a maximum one inch hunts. (2.5 cm) lug height and maximum allowable 3. We allow the use of dogs only to locate, tire pressure of 7 pounds per square inch (psi) point, and retrieve game when hunting mi- as indicated on the tire by the manufacturer. gratory game birds. 18. We allow the incidental take of feral 4. We allow the use of shotguns only for hog, raccoon, beaver, nutria, and coyote hunting migratory birds. while hunting with firearms or archery 5. An adult at least age 21 must supervise equipment authorized for that hunt. youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. 19. We prohibit the possession or use of re- One adult may supervise two youths during mote cameras. small game and migratory bird hunts but B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting may supervise only one youth during big of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- the refuge in accordance with State regula- mal voice contact of the adult who is super- tions subject to the following conditions: vising them. Parents or adult guardians are 1. Conditions A5 through A19 apply. responsible for ensuring that hunters under 2. At the Headquarters Unit, we only allow age 16 do not engage in conduct that would squirrel and rabbit hunting from the first constitute a violation of refuge regulations. day of the State season until October 31. 6. Hunters must check-in and check out in 3. At the Bushley Unit, we allow squirrel accordance with refuge-specific terms (see and rabbit hunting in accordance with the refuge hunting brochure for details). State season. 7. We require hunters age 16 and older to 4. We prohibit squirrel and rabbit hunting purchase and carry a signed special refuge during deer-gun and primitive firearms recreational activity permit (name/address/ hunts. phone only). 5. At the Bushley Unit, we allow the use of 8. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier dogs to hunt squirrels and rabbits only after than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 the last primitive firearms season for deer on hours after legal sunset for that day. Water- the refuge. Hunters must place their names

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and phone numbers on the collars of all their at the Corp of Engineers center of the gauge dogs. on Catahoula Lake. On the Bushley Unit, we 6. We require hunters participating in the close hunts when the gauge measures ele- dog season for rabbits to wear a hunter-or- vation 44 feet (13.2 m) or above. ange cap. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 7. We allow the use of shotguns with ignated areas of the refuge in accordance nontoxic shot and rifles .22 magnum or with State regulations subject to the fol- smaller when hunting. We prohibit posses- lowing conditions: sion of toxic shot when hunting. 1. Conditions A10 through A17 apply. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. We require anglers age 16 and older to white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated possess and carry a signed special refuge rec- areas of the refuge in accordance with State reational activity permit (name/address/ regulations subject to the following condi- phone only). tions: 3. Anglers may enter the refuge no earlier 1. Conditions A5 through A19 apply. than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 2. At the Headquarters Unit, we allow arch- hours after legal sunset for that day. ery hunting of deer and feral hog during the 4. At the Headquarters Unit, we allow year- State archery season except the area south round fishing on Cowpen Bayou and the of the French Fork of the Little River, which Highway 28 borrow pits. We allow fishing on we close during deer-gun hunt in that area. Duck Lake, its tail-waters Muddy Bayou, 3. We allow deer-gun hunting on the area Willow Lake, and the Highway 84 borrow pits south of the French Fork of the Little River from March 1 through October 31. We allow for 2 days in December with these dates only rod and reel or pole and line fishing. We being set annually. prohibit snagging. 4. At the Bushley Unit, we allow archery 5. At the Bushley Bayou Unit, we allow hunting for deer and feral hog during the fishing year-round. We allow trotlines, but State archery season except we close during anglers must tend them at least once every deer-gun hunt and primitive firearms hunts. 24 hours and reset them when receding water 5. We allow hunting of deer with primitive levels expose them. Anglers must attach firearms during the first segment of the lines with a length of cotton line that ex- State season for area 1, weekdays only (Mon- tends into the water. We allow the use of yo- day through Friday) and the third weekend yos, but you must attend and only use them after Thanksgiving Day. from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour 6. We allow the use of portable deer stands. after legal sunset. We allow the use of only Hunters may place deer stands on the refuge recreational gear. 1 day before the deer archery season and 6. At the headquarters unit, we allow the must remove them from the refuge within 1 launching of only trailered boats at des- day after this season closes. Hunters may ignated boat ramps. Anglers may launch place only one stand on the refuge. Deer small hand-carried boats from the bank in stands must have the owner’s name, address, other areas. We prohibit dragging of boats or and phone number clearly printed on the driving onto road shoulders to launch boats. stand. Hunters must place stands in a non- 7. We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal hunting position when not in use (see § 27.93 sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. of this chapter). 8. We prohibit bank fishing on Bushley 7. We prohibit the possession of buckshot Creek and fishing in Black Lake, Dempsey when hunting. Lake, Long Lake, Rhinehart Lake, and 8. All hunters (including archery and small Round Lake during deer-gun and primitive game hunters), except waterfowl hunters on firearms hunts. refuges, must wear and display 400 square 9. We prohibit fishing in Black Lake, inches (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange and a Dempsey Lake, Long Lake, Round Lake, and hunter-orange cap during the deer-gun and Rhinehart Lake during waterfowl hunts. primitive firearms seasons. Deer hunters 10. We prohibit taking or possessing snake, hunting from concealed ground blinds must frog, turtle, salamander, and mollusk by any display a minimum of 400 square inches of means (see § 27.21 of this chapter). hunter orange above or around their blinds D’ARBONNE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE which is visible from 360 degrees. 9. You may take only one deer per day dur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ing any refuge hunt. The State season limits hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock apply. on designated areas of the refuge as indi- 10. We prohibit the use of organized drives cated in the refuge brochure in accordance for taking or attempting to take game or the with State regulations subject to the fol- use of pursuit dogs. lowing conditions: 11. We prohibit the use of dogs to trail 1. Hunters must possess and carry a signed wounded deer. refuge permit (signed refuge brochure). 12. At the Headquarters Unit, we close 2. We allow migratory game bird hunting hunting during high water conditions, ele- on designated areas as indicated in the ref- vation 42 feet (12.6 m) or above as measured uge brochure.

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3. We allow waterfowl hunting until 12 p.m. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of (noon) during the State season except when white-tailed deer on designated areas of the closed during the special teal season and refuge as indicated in the refuge brochure in State youth waterfowl hunt. accordance with State regulations subject to 4. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier the following conditions: than 4 a.m. 1. Conditions A1, A5, A9, and B7 apply. 5. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 2. We allow general gun deer hunting on m) of the maintained rights of way of roads the following days: the first consecutive Sat- (see § 27.31 of this chapter), and from above- urday and Sunday of November, the Friday, ground oil or gas or electrical transmission Saturday, and Sunday following Thanks- facilities. giving Day, and the second Saturday and 6. We prohibit leaving boats, blinds, and Sunday after Thanksgiving Day. We allow decoys unattended. archery deer hunting during the entire State 7. We allow dogs to only locate, point, and season. retrieve when hunting for migratory game 3. We allow a restricted Gun Deer Hunt for birds. hunters with Class I Wheelchair Bound Per- 8. An adult at least age 21 must supervise mit issued by the Louisiana Department of youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. Wildlife and Fisheries on the second consecu- One adult may supervise two youths during tive Saturday and Sunday of November. Only small game and migratory bird hunts but permitted hunters may carry firearms (see may supervise only one youth during big § 27.42 of this chapter). game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- 4. The daily bag limit is one antlered and one antlerless deer. The State season limit mal voice contact of the adult who is super- applies. vising them. Parents or adult guardians are 5. You must check all deer taken during responsible for ensuring that hunters under general Gun Deer Hunts at a refuge check age 16 do not engage in conduct that would station between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on the constitute a violation of refuge regulations. same day taken unless stated otherwise in 9. We prohibit any person or group to act the annual refuge hunting brochure and per- as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other mit. capacity that any other individual(s) pays or 6. We prohibit leaving deer stands, blinds, promises to pay directly or indirectly for and other equipment unattended. services rendered to any other person or per- 7. Deer hunters must wear hunter orange sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of as per State deer hunting regulations on whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- Wildlife Management areas. ting, lodging, or club membership. 8. We prohibit hunters placing or hunting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting from stands on pine trees with white-painted of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- bands or rings. sum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 9. An adult at least age 21 must supervise cordance with State regulations subject to youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. the following conditions: One adult may supervise two youths during 1. Conditions A1, A5, A8, and A9 apply. small game and migratory bird hunts but 2. We prohibit hunting in the ‘‘Beanfield’’ may supervise only one youth during big area west of Bayou D’Arbonne after October game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- 31. mal voice contact of the adult who is super- 3. We prohibit taking small game with fire- vising them. Parents or adult guardians are arms larger than .22 caliber rimfire, shotgun responsible for ensuring that hunters under slugs, and buckshot. age 16 do not engage in conduct that would 4. You may hunt raccoon and opossum dur- constitute a violation of refuge regulations. ing the daylight hours of rabbit and squirrel 10. We prohibit possession or distribution season and at night during December and of bait or hunting with the aid of bait, in- January. You may use dogs for night hunt- cluding any grain, salt, minerals, or other ing. You may take raccoon and opossum on feed or any nonnaturally occurring attract- the refuge, but we prohibit their sale for ant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). human consumption. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the 5. You may use dogs to hunt squirrel and refuge in accordance with State regulations rabbit after the last refuge Gun Deer Hunt. subject to the following conditions: 6. You may only use horses and mules to 1. We prohibit leaving boats and other per- hunt raccoon and opossum at night after ob- sonal property on the refuge unattended. taining a special permit at the refuge office. 2. You must tend trotlines daily. You must 7. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier attach ends of trotlines by a length of cotton than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 line that extends into the water. hours after legal shooting hours. 3. We prohibit commercial fishing. Rec- 8. You may only possess approved nontoxic reational fishing using commercial gear (slat shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). This re- traps, etc.) requires a special refuge permit quirement only applies to the use of shotgun (that you must possess and carry) available ammunition. at the refuge office.

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4. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see 13. We open the refuge from 1⁄2 hour before § 27.21 of this chapter). legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset with the exception that hunters may enter DELTA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the refuge earlier, but not before 4 a.m. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 14. We prohibit camping. hunting of duck, goose, and coot on des- 15. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance uge. with State regulations subject to the fol- 16. We prohibit the use of any type of ma- lowing conditions: terial used as flagging or trail markers, ex- 1. We allow waterfowl hunting on Wednes- cept bright eyes. days, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 of rabbit on designated areas of the refuge in p.m. (noon), including the State special teal accordance with State regulations subject to season, State youth waterfowl season, and the following conditions: State light goose special conservation sea- 1. The refuge rabbit season opens the day son. after the State duck season closes and con- 2. We only allow temporary blinds. You tinues through the remainder of the State must remove both blinds and decoys (see rabbit season. § 27.93 of this chapter) by 1 p.m. 2. We restrict hunting to shotgun only. 3. We allow dogs to only locate, point, and 3. We allow dogs for rabbit hunting. retrieve when hunting for migratory game 4. Conditions A4 through A16 apply. birds. C. Big Game Hunting. We only allow arch- 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic ery hunting of white-tailed deer and hog on shot while hunting on the refuge (see designated areas of the refuge in accordance § 32.2(k)). with State archery regulations subject to 5. Hunters must possess and carry a valid the following conditions: refuge hunt permit (signed brochure). 1. Conditions A5 through A16 apply with 6. We allow hunting only on those portions the following exception to condition A11: of the refuge that lie northwest of Main Pass Each adult may only supervise one youth and south of Raphael Pass. hunter. 7. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- 2. We allow archery deer hunting, bucks rying firearms on national wildlife refuges only, October 1 through 15. We allow either- must comply with all provisions of State and sex archery deer hunting October 16 through local law. Persons may only use (discharge) 31 and from the day after the close of the firearms in accordance with refuge regula- State duck season through the end of the tions (§ 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge regulations part 32). State deer archery season. 8. We prohibit air-thrust boats, mud boats, 3. Hunters may use only portable deer aircraft, and air-cooled propulsion engines stands (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Hunters on the refuge. may erect deer stands 1 day before the deer 9. We close all refuge lands between Raph- archery season and must remove them from ael Pass and Main Pass to all entry during the refuge within 1 day after the season the State waterfowl hunting season. closes. Hunters may place only one deer 10. We prohibit discharge of firearms (see stand on a refuge. Deer stands must have the § 27.42 of this chapter) within 250 yards (225 owner’s name, address and phone number m) of buildings or worksites, such as oil or clearly printed on the stand. Hunters must gas production facilities. place stands in a nonhunting position when 11. An adult at least age 21 must supervise not in use. youth hunters age 15 or younger during all 4. We prohibit dogs and driving of deer for hunts. One adult may supervise two youths archery deer hunting. during small game and migratory game bird 5. You may take hog only with archery hunts but may supervise only one youth dur- equipment during the archery deer season. ing big game hunts. Youth must remain 6. We prohibit possession or distribution of within normal voice contact of the adult who bait or hunting with the aid of bait, includ- is supervising them. Parents or adult guard- ing any grain, salt, minerals or other feed or ians are responsible for ensuring that hunt- any nonnaturally occurring attractant on ers under age 16 do not engage in conduct the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). that would constitute a violation of refuge 7. Longbow, compound bow, and crossbow regulations. or any bow drawn, held, or released by me- 12. We prohibit any person or group to act chanical means will be a legal means of take as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other during the deer archery season. capacity that any other individual(s) pays or 8. We prohibit the use of trail cameras. promises to pay directly or indirectly for 9. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. services rendered to any other person or per- D. Sport Fishing. We allow recreational sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of fishing and crabbing on designated areas of whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- the refuge in accordance with State regula- ting, lodging, or club membership. tions subject to the following conditions:

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1. We only allow recreational fishing and 10. We prohibit hunting or the discharge of crabbing from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise firearms within 150 feet (3.7 m) from the cen- until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. During State terline of roads and maintained trails. waterfowl hunting seasons; however, we only 11. Hunters must check-in and check out in allow recreational fishing and crabbing from accordance with refuge-specific terms (see after 12 p.m. (noon) until 1⁄2 hour after legal refuge hunting brochure for details). sunset. 12. We prohibit possession or distribution 2. We prohibit all commercial finfishing of bait while in the field, hunting with the and shellfishing. aid of bait, including any grain, salt, min- 3. We prohibit the use of trotlines, erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- limblines, slat traps, jug lines, nets, or alli- tractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). gator lines. 13. We prohibit camping or overnight park- 4. Conditions A7, A8, A9, A14, and A15 ing on the refuge. apply. 14. Refuge users must enter and exit the 5. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see refuge only at designated parking areas oc- § 27.21 of this chapter). curring on the refuge. We prohibit accessing adjacent lands from refuge parking areas or GRAND COTE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE any other part of the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 15. We restrict the use of all-terrain vehi- hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock cles (ATVs) to designated trails. We allow on designated areas of the refuge as depicted ATVs only for hunting, fishing, and other on the refuge hunting brochure map in ac- wildlife-related activities. ATVs will not ex- cordance with State regulations subject to ceed 25 mph when driven on the refuge. ATVs the following conditions: used on refuges will not exceed the following: 1. We allow waterfowl (duck, goose, coot) Weight-750 lbs. (337.5 kg), length-85 inches hunting on Wednesdays and Saturdays from (2.12 m), and width-48 inches (120 cm). We re- 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. strict ATV tires to those no larger than 25 (noon) during the State season. inches (62.5 cm) × 12 inches (30 cm) with a 2. We prohibit teal hunting during the maximum 1-inch (2.5 cm) lug height and a State September season. maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 p.s.i. 3. There will be lottery-spaced-blind-water- as indicated on the tire by the manufacturer. fowl hunts on designated sections of the ref- 16. We allow only electric-powered or non- uge during the regular State waterfowl sea- motorized boats. son subject to refuge-specific dates, terms, 17. We prohibit the use of horses or mules. and selection process (see refuge hunting 18. We prohibit the use or possession of any brochure for details). type of material used as flagging or trail 4. Hunters may use shotguns and possess markers, except for bright eyes or reflective only approved nontoxic shot for hunting mi- tape. gratory game birds. 5. We allow the use of dogs only to locate, 19. We prohibit the use or possession of point, and retrieve game when hunting mi- saws, saw blades, or machetes. gratory game birds. 20. We prohibit the use or possession of re- 6. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier mote cameras. than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hours after legal sunset for that day. Water- of rabbit on designated areas of the refuge as fowl hunting must cease by 12 p.m. (noon), depicted on the refuge hunting brochure map and hunters must remove all decoys, blinds, in accordance with State regulations subject and boats from the hunt area by 1 p.m. to the following conditions: 7. An adult at least age 21 must supervise 1. Conditions A9 through A20 apply. youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. 2. We allow the use of only shotguns and ri- One adult may supervise two youths during fles that are .22 magnum caliber rimfire or small game and migratory bird hunts but less for upland game hunting. You may pos- may supervise only one youth during big sess only approved nontoxic shot in shotguns game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- while hunting (see § 32.2(k)). mal voice contact of the adult who is super- 3. We allow incidental take of raccoon, vising them. Parents or adult guardians are feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote with responsible for ensuring that hunters under firearms that are authorized for use during age 16 do not engage in conduct that would upland game hunting. constitute a violation of refuge regulations. 4. We allow the use of rabbit dogs only 8. We allow the incidental take of raccoon, after the close of the State deer rifle season. feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote using Dog owners must place their name and phone only approved nontoxic shot while hunting number on the collars of all their dogs. migratory game birds. 5. We require hunters participating in the 9. We require hunters age 16 and older to special dog season for rabbits to wear a hun- purchase and carry a signed refuge special ter-orange cap. recreational activity permit (name/address/ C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of phone number only). white-tailed deer on designated areas of the

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refuge as depicted on the refuge hunting bro- ance with State regulations subject to the chure map in accordance with State regula- following conditions: tions subject to the following conditions: 1. The refuge will be open on selected days 1. Conditions A9 through A20 apply. for migratory game bird hunting as identi- 2. We allow archery hunting in special des- fied in the refuge hunt permit and regula- ignated areas (see refuge hunting brochure tions brochure. map) during the State archery deer season 2. We require every hunter to possess and subject to refuge closures resulting from carry a valid signed refuge hunt permit high water conditions. (signed brochure) and regulations brochure. 3. You may only harvest one buck or doe 3. We prohibit entrance to the hunting area per day during the refuge archery season. earlier than 4 a.m. Shooting hours end at 12 Deer harvested on the refuge count towards p.m. (noon) each day. Hunters must remove the State bag limit. all decoys and blinds from the hunting area 4. We allow incidental take of raccoon, by 1 p.m. Hunters must leave the refuge no feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote while later than 1 hour after legal sunset. deer hunting with weapons authorized for 4. Each hunter must complete and turn in use. a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3– 5. You may use only portable deer stands 2361), available from a self-clearing check (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Hunters must station, after each hunt. place deer stands on the refuge 1 day before 5. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- the deer archery season and must remove rying firearms on national wildlife refuges them from the refuge within 1 day after the must comply with all provisions of State and season closes. Hunters may place only one local law. Persons may only use (discharge) deer stand on the refuge and deer stands firearms in accordance with refuge regula- must have the owner’s name, address, and tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge regulations in part 32). phone number clearly printed on the stand. 6. We prohibit all mechanized equipment Hunters must be place the stand in a non- including motorized boats within the des- hunting position and at ground level when ignated wilderness area. not in use. 7. We prohibit all boat motors, excluding 6. Deer hunters hunting from concealed trolling motors, within refuge marshes. We ground blinds must display a minimum of 400 prohibit air-thrust boats and ATVs on the square inches (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter), unless above or around their blinds which is visible otherwise permitted. from 360 degrees. 8. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 7. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. m) of refuge canals; waterways; public roads; 8. We prohibit the use of dogs to trail buildings; above-ground oil, gas, or electrical wounded deer. transmission facilities; or designated public 9. We prohibit organized drives for taking facilities. Hunting parties must remain a dis- or attempting to take game or the use of tance of no less than 150 yards (135 m) away pursuit dogs. from another hunter. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- 9. You must remove all hunting-related ignated areas as depicted in the refuge hunt- equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from ing brochure in accordance with State regu- the refuge immediately following each day’s lations subject to the following conditions: hunt. 1. Conditions A13 through A19 apply. 10. We prohibit overnight camping on the 2. We allow bank fishing in Coulee Des refuge. Grues only along Little California Road from 11. We prohibit the use or possession of al- legal sunrise to legal sunset. coholic beverages while hunting (see 3. Anglers may enter the refuge no earlier § 32.2(j)). than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 12. We allow the use of dogs when migra- hours after legal sunset for that day. tory bird hunting only for the purpose of lo- 4. We require anglers age 16 and older to cating, pointing, and retrieving. purchase and carry a signed refuge special 13. We prohibit all persons or groups from recreational activity permit. acting as guides, outfitters, or in any other 5. We prohibit the use of gear or equipment capacity in which any individual(s) pay or other than hook and line to catch fish. promise to pay directly or indirectly for 6. We prohibit the possession of cleaned or service rendered to any person or persons processed fish on the refuge. hunting on the refuge, regardless of whether 7. We prohibit the harvest of frog, turtle, such payment is for guiding, outfitting, lodg- snake, or mollusk (see § 27.21 of this chapter). ing, or club membership. 8. We prohibit crawfishing. 14. An adult at least age 21 must supervise youth hunters age 15 or younger during all LACASSINE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunts. One adult may supervise two youths A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow during migratory game bird hunts but may hunting of goose, duck, gallinule, and coot supervise only one youth during big game on designated areas of the refuge in accord- hunts. Youth must remain within normal

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voice contact of the adult who is supervising 8. You must only launch trailered boats at them. Parents or adult guardians are respon- the cement ramps at the public boat sible for ensuring that hunters under age 16 launches in Lacassine Pool. do not engage in conduct that would con- 9. We only allow boats powered by paddling stitute a violation of refuge regulations. or trolling motors in the Unit D impound- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ment within Lacassine Pool. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting for 10. We prohibit boat and bank fishing in white-tailed deer on designated areas of the Lacassine Pool Unit D and refuge waters refuge in accordance with State regulations from October 16 through March 14. subject to the following conditions: 11. We prohibit all boat motors, excluding 1. The refuge will be open for hunting trolling motors, in refuge marshes outside white-tailed deer on selected days as identi- Lacassine Pool. We prohibit air-thrust boats, fied in the refuge hunt permit (signed bro- ATVs, and UTVs (utility vehicle) on the ref- chure) and regulations brochure. uge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter) unless oth- 2. We allow only portable deer stands. erwise allowed. Hunters may place deer stands on the refuge 12. We prohibit all mechanized equipment, 1 day before the deer archery season and including motorized boats, within the des- must remove them from the refuge within 1 ignated wilderness area. day after the season closes. Hunters may 13. We allow fishing only with rod and reel place only one deer stand on the refuge, and or pole and line in refuge waters. We prohibit deer stands must have the owner’s name, ad- possession of any other type of fishing gear, dress, and phone number clearly printed on including limb lines, gill nets, jug lines, yo- the stand. Hunters must place stands in a yos, or trotlines. nonhunting position at ground level when 14. We allow only recreational crabbing not in use. with cotton hand lines or drop nets up to 24 3. Conditions A2 and A5 through A14 apply. inches (60 cm) outside diameter. We prohibit 4. We prohibit entrance to the hunting area using floats on crab lines. earlier than 4 a.m. Hunters must leave no 15. The daily limit of crabs is 5 dozen (60) later than 1 hour after legal sunset. per boat or vehicle, regardless of the number 5. We prohibit hunting in the headquarters of people thereon. area along Nature Road and along the 16. Anglers must attend all lines, nets, and Lacassine Pool Wildlife Drive (see refuge bait and remove same from the refuge when map). through fishing (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 6. We allow boats of all motor types with 40 17. Anglers can travel the refuge by boat hp or less in Lacassine Pool. from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour 7. We prohibit boats in Lacassine Pool and after legal sunset in order to access fishing Unit D from October 16 through March 14. We areas. We prohibit fishing activities before prohibit boats in Units A and C. legal sunrise and after legal sunset. 8. We prohibit possession or distribution of 18. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see bait or hunting with the aid of bait, includ- § 27.21 of this chapter). ing any grain, salt minerals, or other feed or LAKE OPHELIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE any nonnaturally occurring attractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 9. Each hunter must complete and turn in hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock a Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3– on designated areas of the refuge as depicted 2359) available from a self-clearing check sta- on the refuge hunting brochure map in action, after each hunt. cordance with State regulations subject to D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- the following conditions: ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 1. We allow waterfowl (duck, goose, coot) with State regulations subject to the fol- hunting on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Satur- lowing conditions: days from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 1. Conditions A6, A7, A10, A13 (fishing 12 p.m. (noon) during the Statewide duck guide), C6, and C7 apply. season. 2. We allow fishing March 15 through Octo- 2. Hunters may use shotguns and possess ber 15. only approved nontoxic shot for hunting mi- 3. You may enter the refuge 1 hour before gratory game birds. legal sunrise, and you must leave 1 hour 3. We allow the use of dogs only to locate, after legal sunset. point, and retrieve game when hunting for 4. We prohibit fishing in the headquarters migratory birds. display pond. 4. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier 5. We prohibit bank fishing from the than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 Lacassine Pool Wildlife Drive. hours after legal sunset for that day. Water- 6. We prohibit air-thrust boats, ATVs, and fowl hunting must cease by 12 p.m. (noon), Jet Skis on the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this and hunters must remove all decoys, blinds, chapter). and boats from the hunt area by 1 p.m. 7. We prohibit dragging or driving of boats 5. An adult at least age 21 must supervise over levees. youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts.

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One adult may supervise two youths during 19. We prohibit the use or possession of any small game and migratory bird hunts but type of material used as flagging or trail may supervise only one youth during big markers, except for bright eyes or reflective game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- tape. mal voice contact of the adult who is super- 20. We prohibit the use or possession of vising them. Parents or adult guardians are saws, saw blades, or machetes. responsible for ensuring that hunters under 21. We prohibit the use or possession of re- age 16 do not engage in conduct that would mote cameras. constitute a violation of refuge regulations. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 6. We prohibit migratory game bird hunt- of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of ing during refuge deer primitive firearm the refuge as depicted on the refuge hunting hunts. brochure map in accordance with State regu- 7. We allow the incidental take of raccoon, lations subject to the following conditions: feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote using 1. Conditions A5 and A8 through A21 apply. only nontoxic shot while hunting migratory 2. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier game birds. than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 8. We restrict the use of all-terrain vehicles hours after legal sunset for that day. (ATVs) to designated trails. We allow ATVs 3. We only allow the use of shotguns and ri- only for hunting, fishing, and other wildlife- fles that are .22 magnum caliber rimfire or related activities. ATVs will not exceed 25 less for upland game hunting. We allow only mph when driven on the refuge. ATVs used nontoxic shot in shotguns and prohibit possession of toxic shot when hunting. on refuges will not exceed the following: 4. We allow incidental take of raccoon, Weight 750 lbs. (337.5 kg), length 85 inches feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote with (2.12 m), and width 48 inches (120 cm). We re- firearms authorized for use during upland strict ATV tires to those no larger than 25 game hunting. inches (62.5 cm) × 12 inches (30 cm) with a 5. We prohibit upland game hunting during maximum 1-inch (2.5 cm) lug height and a refuge deer primitive firearm hunts. maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 psi as 6. We allow the use of squirrel and rabbit indicated on the tire by the manufacturer. dogs only after the close of the State deer 9. We restrict the special all-terrain vehi- rifle season. Dog owners must place their cle trails for physically challenged persons name and phone number on the collars of all to ATV physically challenged permittees. In- their dogs. dividuals that qualify must obtain a Special 7. We require hunters participating in the Use Permit (FWS Form 3–1383) from the ref- special dog season for rabbits to wear a hun- uge office to use these trails. ter-orange cap. 10. We require hunters age 16 and older to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of purchase and carry a signed refuge special white-tailed deer and turkey on designated recreational activity permit (name/address/ areas of the refuge as depicted on the refuge phone number only). hunting brochure map in accordance with 11. We prohibit hunting or the discharge of State regulations subject to the following firearms within 150 feet (45 m) from the cen- conditions: terline of roads and maintained trails. 1. Conditions A5 and A9 through A21 apply. 12. Hunters must check-in and check out in 2. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier accordance with refuge-specific terms (see than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 refuge hunting brochure for details). hours after legal sunset for that day. 13. We prohibit possession or distribution 3. We restrict the use of all-terrain vehicles of bait while in the field, hunting with the (ATVs) to designated trails from the first aid of bait, including any grain, salt, min- Saturday in September until the last day of erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- refuge turkey season. We allow ATVs only tractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). for hunting, fishing, and other wildlife-re- 14. We allow watercraft with motors up to lated activities. ATVs will not exceed 25 mph 36 hp in Possum Bayou (north of boat ramp), when driven on the refuge. ATVs used on ref- Palmetto Bayou, Duck Lake, Westcut Lake, uges will not exceed the following: Weight Point Basse, and Nicholas Lake. 750 lbs. (337.5 kg), length 85 inches (2.12 m), 15. We allow electric-powered or non- and width 48 inches (120 cm). We restrict motorized boats in Doomes Lake, Lake ATV tires to those no larger than 25 inches Long, Possum Bayou (south of boat ramp), (62.5 cm) × 12 inches (30 cm) with a maximum and Lake Ophelia. 1-inch (2.5 cm) lug height and a maximum al- 16. We prohibit camping or overnight park- lowable tire pressure of 7 psi as indicated on ing on the refuge. the tire by the manufacturer. 17. Refuge users must enter and exit the 4. You may harvest only one buck or doe refuge only at designated parking areas oc- per day during the refuge archery season. curring on the refuge. We prohibit accessing You may harvest only one buck or doe dur- adjacent lands from refuge parking areas or ing each of the primitive firearm lottery any other part of the refuge. deer hunts. Deer harvested on the refuge 18. We prohibit the use of horses or mules. count towards the State bag limit.

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5. We allow incidental take of raccoon, 5. We allow the use of ATVs on the des- feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote while ignated trails to the Duck and Westcut Lake deer hunting with weapons authorized for boat ramps from March 1 through October 15. use. 6. We allow sport fishing in Duck Lake, 6. You may use only portable deer stands. Westcut Lake, Lake Long, and in the imme- Hunters may place deer stands on the refuge diate vicinity of the Lake Agnes drainage 1 day before the deer archery season and culverts on the Red River during March 1 must remove them from the refuge within 1 through October 15 from legal sunrise to day after the season closes. Hunters may legal sunset. place only one deer stand on the refuge, and 7. We prohibit the use of gear or equipment deer stands must have the owner’s name, ad- other than hook and line to catch fish. dress, and phone number clearly printed on 8. We prohibit the possession of cleaned or the stand. Hunters must place stands in a processed fish on the refuge. nonhunting position and at ground level 9. We prohibit the harvest of frog, turtle, when not in use. snake, or mollusk (see § 27.21 of this chapter). 7. All deer gun hunters must wear and dis- 10. We prohibit crawfishing. play 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange and a hunter-orange cap during the MANDALAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE deer gun seasons and lottery deer hunts. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Deer hunters hunting from concealed ground hunting of duck, goose, moorhen, gallinule, blinds must display a minimum of 400 square and coot in designated areas of the refuge in inches of hunter orange above or around accordance with State regulations subject to their blinds which is visible from 360 degrees. the following conditions: 8. There will be lottery deer primitive fire- 1. We allow hunting of migratory game arm hunts subject to refuge-specific dates, birds on Wednesdays and Saturdays until 12 terms, and selection process, as outlined in p.m. (noon). Hunters may only enter the ref- the refuge hunting brochure. Applicants may uge after 4 a.m. not apply for more than one hunt. There is a 2. Prior to hunting, we must assign a ref- $5 nonrefundable application fee per person uge blind and issue a refuge lottery water- for each hunt application. fowl permit to any person entering, using, or 9. We allow youth deer hunting in the occupying the refuge for hunting migratory closed area of the refuge during lottery game birds. You may only hunt from your youth deer gun hunts subject to the refuge- assigned blind. specific dates, terms, and selection process 3. An adult at least age 21 must supervise outlined in the refuge hunting brochure. youth hunters age 15 or under during all Youths selected in prior years may not hunts. One adult may supervise two youths apply. during small game and migratory game bird 10. We prohibit all other hunting during hunts. An adult may supervise only one refuge deer primitive firearm hunts as de- youth during big game hunts. Youth must scribed in the refuge hunting brochure. remain within normal voice contact of the 11. We prohibit the use of deer or turkey adult who is supervising them. Parents or gobbler decoys. adult guardians are responsible for ensuring 12. We allow turkey hunting only during that hunters under age 16 do not engage in the first 16 days of the State season until 12 conduct that would constitute a violation of p.m. (noon). We prohibit incidental hunting refuge regulations. of hog. We allow the use and possession of 4. All hunters must possess and carry a lead shot for turkey hunting (see § 32.2(k)). signed hunt brochure (on the front cover) 13. We prohibit the use of dogs to trail while hunting on refuge. The brochure is free wounded deer. and available on at the refuge office or on- 14. We prohibit organized drives for taking line at http://www.fws.gov/boguechitto/. All or attempting to take game or the use of hunters must check-in and check out at a pursuit dogs. refuge self-clearing check station. Each hun- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- ter must list their name on the self-clearing ignated areas as depicted in the refuge hunt- check station form (Migratory Bird Hunt Re- ing brochure in accordance with State regu- port, FWS Form 3–2361) and deposit the form lations subject to the following conditions: at a refuge self-clearing check station prior 1. Conditions A14 through A21 and C3 to hunting. Hunters must report all game apply. taken on the refuge when checking out by 2. We require anglers age 16 and older to using the self-clearing check station form. purchase and carry a signed refuge special 5. Only one adult may occupy a blind with recreational activity permit (name/address/ up to two youths during a designated Lot- phone number only). tery Youth Waterfowl Hunt. We allow no 3. Anglers may enter the refuge no earlier more than three hunters to hunt from a than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 blind at one time during any waterfowl hunt. hours after legal sunset for that day. 6. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- 4. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to rying firearms on national wildlife refuges legal sunset. must comply with all provisions of State and

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local law. Persons may only use (discharge) 7. We prohibit dogs and driving deer. firearms in accordance with refuge regula- 8. Conditions A3, A4, and A6 through A12 tions (see § 26.42 of this chapter and specific apply. refuge regulations in part 32). Hunters may D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in all ref- only possess approved nontoxic shot while uge waters in accordance with State regula- hunting on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). tions subject to the following conditions: 7. We prohibit air-thrust boats or marsh 1. We only allow recreational fishing. We buggies on the refuge. We restrict motorized prohibit commercial fishing on the refuge. boat use to existing canals, ditches, 2. We prohibit the use of unattended nets, trenasses, and ponds. traps, or lines (trot, jog, bush, etc.). 8. We prohibit possession or distribution of 3. We allow fishing in the refuge year- bait while in the field and hunting with the round. aid of bait, including any grain, salt min- 4. The refuge is open from legal sunrise erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- until legal sunset unless specifically stated tractant on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). otherwise. 9. We prohibit target shooting on the ref- 5. Conditions A6, A7, and A9 apply. uge. 6. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see 10. We prohibit any person or group to act § 27.21 of this chapter). as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other capacity that any other individual(s) pays or RED RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE promises to pay directly or indirectly for services rendered to any other person or per- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of hunting of duck, goose, coot, woodcock, and whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- dove on designated areas of the refuge as in- ting, lodging, or club membership. dicated in the refuge brochure in accordance 11. We prohibit horses and ATVs. with State regulations subject to the fol- 12. We prohibit the use of any type of ma- lowing conditions: terial used as flagging or trail markers ex- 1. Hunters must possess and carry a signed cept bright eyes (see § 27.94 of this chapter). refuge permit (signed refuge brochure). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We allow waterfowl and woodcock hunt- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting ing on designated areas as indicated in the of white-tailed deer and feral hog on des- refuge brochure until 12 p.m. (noon) during ignated areas of the refuge in accordance the State season. with State regulations subject to the fol- 3. We allow dove hunting only during the lowing conditions: first 3 days of the State season on all refuge 1. We open the refuge to hunting of deer lands as indicated in the refuge brochure. and hog only during the State archery sea- 4. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier son, except prior to 12 p.m. (noon) on than 4 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays during State wa- 5. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 terfowl seasons when we close areas north of m) of any public road, refuge road, trail, or the Intracoastal Waterway to hunting of big ATV trail, residence, building, aboveground game. oil or gas or electrical transmission facili- 2. Hunters may only enter the refuge after ties, or designated public facility. 4 a.m. and must exit by 1 hour after legal 6. We prohibit leaving boats, blinds, and sunset. decoys unattended. 3. You may take big game with archery 7. We allow dogs only to locate, point, and equipment and in accordance with State law. retrieve when hunting for migratory game From October 1 through October 15, State birds. bucks-only regulations are in effect. From 8. An adult at least age 21 must supervise October 16 through February 15 you may youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. take only one deer of either sex per day and One adult may supervise two youths during hunters may possess only one deer. The small game and migratory bird hunts but State season limits on deer apply. There is may supervise only one youth during big no daily or possession limit on feral hogs. game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- 4. We prohibit trail cameras. mal voice contact of the adult who is super- 5. We prohibit the use of deer decoys. vising them. Parents or adult guardians are 6. We only allow portable stands. Hunters responsible for ensuring that hunters under may erect temporary deer stands 1 day prior age 16 do not engage in conduct that would to the start of deer archery season. Hunters constitute a violation of refuge regulations. must remove all deer stands within 1 day 9. We prohibit any person or group to act after the archery deer season closes. Hunters as a hunting guide, outfitter, or in any other may place only one deer stand on a refuge. capacity that any other individual(s) pays or Deer stands must have the owner’s name, ad- promises to pay directly or indirectly for dress, and phone number clearly printed on services rendered to any other person or per- the stand. Hunters must place stands in a sons hunting on the refuge, regardless of nonhunting position when not in use (see whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- § 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). ting, lodging, or club membership.

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10. Hunters may possess only approved 2. We allow use of only electric trolling nontoxic shotgun ammunition for hunting motors on all refuge waters. on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). 3. You must tend trotlines daily. You must 11. We prohibit the possession or distribu- attach ends of trotlines by a length of cotton tion of bait or hunting with the aid of bait, line that extends into the water. including any grain, salt, mineral or other 4. We prohibit commercial fishing. Rec- feed or nonnaturally occurring attractant on reational fishing using commercial gear (slat the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). traps, etc.) requires a special refuge permit B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting that you must possess and carry available at of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, and opos- the refuge office. sum on designated areas of the refuge as in- 5. We prohibit the taking of alligator snap- dicated in the refuge brochure in accordance ping turtle (see § 27.21 of this chapter). with State regulations subject to the following conditions: SABINE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. Conditions A1, A5, and A8 through A11 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow apply. hunting of goose, duck, gallinule, and coot 2. We allow hunting on all refuge lands on on designated areas of the refuge in accord- designated areas as indicated in the refuge ance with State regulations subject to the brochure. following conditions: 3. We prohibit the use of firearms (see 1. We will open the refuge on selected days § 27.42 of this chapter) larger than .22 caliber for migratory game bird hunting as identi- rimfire, shotgun slugs, and buckshot while fied in the refuge hunt permit and regula- hunting on the refuge. tions brochure. 4. We allow hunting of raccoon and opos- 2. We require all hunters to possess and sum during the daylight hours of rabbit and carry a valid signed refuge hunt permit squirrel season. We allow night hunting dur- (signed brochure) and regulations brochure. ing December and January, and you may use 3. We prohibit entrance to the hunting area dogs for night hunting. We prohibit selling of earlier than 4 a.m. Shooting hours end at 12 raccoon and opossum taken on the refuge for p.m. (noon) each day. Hunters must remove human consumption. all decoys and blinds from the hunting area 5. We allow use of dogs to hunt squirrel and by 1 p.m. and must leave the refuge no later rabbit after December 31. than 1 hour after legal sunset. 6. If you want to use horses and mules to 4. Each hunter must complete and turn in hunt raccoon and opossum at night, you a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3– must first obtain a Special Use Permit (FWS 2361) from a self-clearing check station after Form 3–1383) at the refuge office. each hunt. 7. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier 5. You may access the hunt areas by boat than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later using the boat launches at the West Cove than 1 hour after legal shooting hours. Public Use Area or by access through Burton C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Canal. You may access hunt areas by vehicle white-tailed deer on designated areas of the from Vastar Road or designated turnouts refuge as indicated in the refuge brochure in within the refuge public hunt area along accordance with State regulations subject to State Highway 27 (see § 27.31 of this chapter) the following conditions: unless otherwise posted. 1. Conditions A1, A5, A8 through A11, and 6. We allow hand launching of small boats B7 apply. along Vastar Road (no trailers allowed). 2. We allow only archery hunting. 7. We allow operation of outboard motors 3. We allow deer hunting on all refuge in designated refuge canals only. We allow lands on designated areas as indicated in the trolling motors within the refuge marshes. refuge brochure. 8. We prohibit air-thrust boats, personal 4. The daily bag limit is one deer of either motorized watercraft (e.g., Jet Skis), and sex. The State season limit applies. ATVs on the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chap- 5. We allow use of portable deer stands as ter) unless otherwise posted. indicated in the refuge brochure. 9. We allow only portable blinds and those 6. We allow hog hunting during all open made of native vegetation. Hunters must re- refuge hunts with weapons legal for the on- move portable blinds, decoys, spent shells, going hunt. and all other personal equipment (see §§ 27.93 7. We allow turkey hunting on the days and 27.94 of this chapter) after each day’s noted in the brochure. hunt. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 10. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 ignated areas of the refuge as indicated in m) of refuge canals; waterways; public roads; the refuge brochure in accordance with State buildings; above-ground oil, gas, or electrical regulations subject to the following condi- transmission facilities; or designated public tions: facilities. Hunting parties must maintain a 1. We prohibit leaving boats and other per- distance of no less than 150 yards (135 m) sonal property on the refuge unattended. away from another hunter.

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11. We prohibit all persons or groups from 6. Anglers can travel the refuge by boat acting as guides, outfitters, or in any other from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour capacity in which any other individual(s) after legal sunset in order to access fishing pay or promise to pay directly or indirectly areas. We prohibit fishing activities, how- for service rendered to any other person or ever, before legal sunrise and after legal sun- persons hunting on the refuge, regardless of set. whether such payment is for guiding, outfit- 7. Crabbing: We allow recreational crab- ting, lodging, or club membership. bing in designated areas of the refuge subject 12. We allow dogs when migratory bird to the following conditions: hunting only for the purpose of locating, i. We allow only recreational crabbing with pointing and retrieving. cotton hand lines or drop nets up to 24 inches 13. Persons possessing, transporting, or (60 cm) outside diameter. We prohibit using carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- floats on crab lines. uges must comply with all provisions of ii. Anglers must remove all hand lines, State and local law. Persons may only use drop nets, and bait (see § 27.93 of this chap- (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- ter) from the refuge upon leaving. uge regulations (see § 27.42 and specific ref- iii. We allow a daily limit of 5 dozen (60) uge regulations in part 32). crabs per vehicle or boat. 14. We prohibit the use or possession of al- 8. Cast Netting: We allow recreational cast coholic beverages while hunting (see netting in designated areas of the refuge sub- § 32.2(j)). ject to the following conditions: 15. We prohibit overnight camping on the i. We allow recreational cast netting from refuge. boats only from legal sunrise to legal sunset 16. An adult at least age 21 must supervise during the Louisiana inshore shrimp season. youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. ii. Anglers must immediately return all in- One adult may supervise two youths during cidental take (bycatch) to the water before migratory game bird hunts. Youth must re- continuing to cast. main within normal voice contact of the iii. The daily shrimp limit during the Lou- adult who is supervising them. Parents or isiana Inshore shrimp season is 5 gallons (19 adult guardians are responsible for ensuring L) of heads-on shrimp per day, per vehicle or that hunters under age 16 do not engage in boat. conduct that would constitute a violation of iv. The daily bait shrimp limit is one gal- refuge regulations. lon (3.8 L) per day, per boat, outside the Lou- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] isiana inshore shrimp season. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, crab- v. Shrimp must remain in your actual cus- bing, and cast netting in designated areas of tody while on the refuge. the refuge in accordance with State regula- vi. We prohibit all cast netting activities tions subject to the following conditions: from the banks, wharves, and water control 1. Bank and wharf access for fishing are structures. available year-round at the Public Use Areas vii. We prohibit cast netting at or around along State Highway 27. Anglers may access any recreation area and boat launch not des- the refuge for fishing by boat only during the ignated as open for cast netting. March 15 to October 15 open period. You may viii. We allow cast netting throughout the launch boats at designated boat ramps only. refuge except where posted and signed as 2. We allow fishing with a rod and reel, closed. pole and line, or jug and line. We prohibit ix. We prohibit swimming and/or wading in possession of any other type of fishing gear, the refuge canals and waterways. including limb lines, gill nets, or trot lines. 9. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see Jug line limit is up to 10 per boat, and you § 27.21 of this chapter). must attend them at all times. The angler TENSAS RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE must mark all jugs with their fishing license number (State requirement) and remove the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow jugs (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- hunting of duck, coot, woodcock, and snipe uge daily. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 3. We allow hand launching of non- ance with State regulations subject to the motorized boats into Units 1A and 1B from following conditions: Blue Crab Recreation Area for recreational 1. We allow hunting of duck and coot on paddling year-round. We prohibit fishing Oc- Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sun- tober 16 through March 14. days until 12 p.m. (noon) during the State 4. We allow operation of outboard motors season. We prohibit migratory bird hunting in designated refuge canals and Management during refuge gun hunts for deer. Unit 3 (40 hp maximum in Unit 3). We allow 2. We allow refuge hunters to enter the refuse of trolling motors within the refuge uge no earlier than 4 a.m., and they must marshes. leave no later than 2 hours after legal sunset 5. Conditions A8, A11 (fishing guide), and unless they are participating in the refuge A15 apply. nighttime raccoon hunt.

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3. In areas posted ‘‘Area Closed’’ or ‘‘No possession of alcoholic beverages while hunt- Waterfowl Hunting Zone,’’ we prohibit hunting (see §§ 32.2(j) and 27.81 of this chapter), ing of migratory birds at any time. The Pub- flagging, engineers tape, paint, unleashed lic Use Regulations brochure will be avail- pets (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter), and park- able at the refuge headquarters no later than ing/blocking trail and gate entrances (see August. § 27.31(h) of this chapter). We also prohibit 4. We allow shotguns equipped with a sin- hunting or shooting within 150 feet (45 m) of gle-piece magazine plug that allows the gun a designated public road, maintained road, to hold no more than two shells in the maga- trail, fire breaks, dwellings, and above- zine and one in the chamber. We prohibit ground oil and gas production facilities. We target practicing or shooting to unload mod- define a maintained road or trail as one ern firearms on the refuge at any time. Shot- which has been mowed, disked, or plowed. gun hunters must possess only an approved 10. We prohibit field dressing of game with- nontoxic shot when hunting migratory birds in 150 feet (45 m) of parking areas, main- (see § 32.2(k)). Persons possessing, trans- tained roads, and trails. porting, or carrying firearms on national 11. An adult at least age 21 must supervise wildlife refuges must comply with all provi- youth hunters under age 16 during all hunts. sions of State and local law. Persons may One adult may supervise two youths during only use (discharge) firearms in accordance small game and migratory bird hunts but with refuge regulations (see § 27.42 and spe- may supervise only one youth during big cific refuge regulations in part 32). game hunts. Youth must remain within nor- 5. We prohibit permanent or pit blinds on mal voice contact of the adult who is super- the refuge. You must remove all blind mate- vising them. Parents or adult guardians are rials and decoys by 1 p.m. daily. responsible for ensuring that hunters under 6. We allow nonmotorized boats, electric age 16 do not engage in conduct that would motors, and boats with motors 10 hp or less constitute violation of refuge regulations. in refuge lakes, streams, and bayous. Boaters B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting must follow State boating regulations, including those for navigation lights. We proof raccoon, squirrel, and rabbit on designated hibit boat storage on the refuge. Hunters/an- areas of the refuge in accordance with State glers must remove boats daily (see § 27.93 of regulations subject to the following condi- this chapter). tions: 7. We prohibit possession or distribution of 1. We allow nighttime raccoon hunting be- bait while in the field and hunting with the ginning typically the fourth Saturday in De- aid of bait, including any grain, salt, min- cember and typically ending the fourth Sun- erals, or any nonnaturally occurring food at- day in January. We allow raccoon hunters to tractant while on the refuge at any time (see hunt from legal sunset to legal sunrise with § 32.2(h)). the aid of dogs, horses, mules, and use of 8. We allow all-terrain vehicle (ATV) travel lights. We allow such use of lights on the ref- on designated trails for access typically from uge only at the point of kill. We prohibit all September 15 to the last day of the refuge other use of lights for hunting on the refuge. squirrel season. We open designated trails Hunt dates will be available at refuge head- from 4 a.m. to no later than 2 hours after quarters typically in July. We prohibit ATVs legal sunset unless otherwise specified. We during the raccoon hunt. Hunters must at- define an ATV as an off-road vehicle (not tempt to take treed raccoons. legal for highway use) with factory specifica- 2. We allow squirrel and rabbit hunting tions not to exceed the following: Weight 750 with and without dogs. We will allow hunt- pounds (337.5 kg), length 85 inches (212.5 cm), ing without dogs from the beginning of the and width 48 inches (120 cm). We restrict State season to a date typically ending the ATV tires to those no larger than 25 inches day before the refuge deer primitive firearms (62.5 cm) × 12 inches (30 cm) with a 1-inch (2.5 hunt. We do not require hunters to wear hun- cm) lug height and maximum allowable tire ter orange during the squirrel and rabbit sea- pressure of 7 psi. We require a permanently son without dogs. Squirrel and rabbit hunt- affixed refuge ATV permit that hunters may ing with or without dogs will begin typically obtain from the refuge headquarters, typi- the second Monday in December and will cally in July. Hunters/anglers using the ref- conclude January 31. We require a minimum uge physically challenged all-terrain trails of a solid-hunter-orange cap during the must possess the State’s Physically Chal- squirrel season with or without dogs. We lenged Program Hunter Permit or be age 60 allow no more than three dogs per hunting or older. Additional physically challenged party. access information will be available at the 3. We close squirrel and rabbit hunting dur- refuge headquarters. ing the following gun hunts for deer: refuge- 9. While visiting the refuge, we prohibit: wide youth hunt, primitive firearms hunt, use of artificial light to locate wildlife (see and modern firearms hunt. § 27.73 of this chapter), littering (see § 27.94 of 4. In areas posted ‘‘Area Closed’’ and ‘‘No this chapter), fires (see § 27.95 of this chap- Hunting Zone,’’ we prohibit upland game ter), trapping, man-drives for game, use or hunting at any time.

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5. When hunting we allow .22 caliber and across any reforested area during the quota smaller rimfire weapons and shotguns hunt for deer. We require a quota hunt per- equipped with a single-piece magazine plug mit for these hunts. that allows the shotgun to hold no more 5. We will conduct guided quota youth deer than two shells in the magazine and one in hunts and guided quota deer hunts for the the chamber. We prohibit target practicing wheelchair-bound in the Greenlea Bend area or shooting to unload modern firearms on typically in December and January. Hunt the refuge at any time. Shotgun hunters dates and permit application procedures will must possess only an approved nontoxic shot be available at the refuge headquarters typi- when hunting upland game (see § 32.2(k)). cally in July. For this specific hunt, we con- Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying sider youth to be ages 8 through 15. firearms on national wildlife refuges must 6. We will conduct a refuge-wide youth deer comply with all provisions of State and local hunt. Hunt dates will be available at refuge law. Persons may only use (discharge) fire- headquarters typically in July. An adult at arms in accordance with refuge regulations least age 21 must supervise youth hunters (see § 27.42 and specific refuge regulations in under age 16 during all hunts. One adult may part 32). supervise two youths during small game and 6. Conditions A2, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, and migratory bird hunts but may supervise only A11 apply. one youth during big game hunts. Youth C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of must remain within normal voice contact of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated the adult who is supervising them. Parents areas of refuges in accordance with State or adult guardians are responsible for ensur- regulations subject to the following condi- ing that hunters under age 16 do not engage tions: in conduct that would constitute violation of 1. Deer archery season will begin the first refuge regulations. Saturday in November and will conclude on 7. Hunters may take only one deer (one January 31. We prohibit archery hunting buck or one doe) per day during refuge deer during the following refuge-wide deer hunts: hunts except during guided youth and wheel- youth gun hunt and modern firearms hunts. chair-bound hunts where the limit will be We prohibit possession of pods, drug-tipped arrows, or other chemical substances. one antlerless and one antlered deer per day. 2. The deer primitive firearms season will 8. We allow turkey hunting the first 16 occur between November 1 and January 31. days of the State turkey season. We will con- Legal primitive firearms for primitive sea- duct a youth turkey hunt the Saturday and son include: Sunday before the regular State turkey sea- i. Rifles, .44 caliber minimum, all of which son. Hunters may harvest two bearded tur- must load exclusively from the muzzle or cap keys per season. We allow the use and pos- and ball cylinder; use of black powder or ap- session of lead shot while turkey hunting on proved substitute only; use of ball or bullet the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). We allow use of non- projectile only, including saboted bullets, in- motorized bicycles on designated all-terrain cluding muzzleloaders known as ‘‘in line’’ vehicle trails. Although you may hunt tur- muzzleloaders; and key without displaying a solid-hunter-orange ii. Single-shot, breech-loading rifles, .38 cap or vest during your turkey hunt, we do caliber or larger of a kind or type manufac- recommend its use. tured prior to 1900 and relics, reproductions, 9. Conditions A2, A6, A7, A8, A9, and A10 or reintroductions of that type of rifle hav- apply. ing an exposed hammer that use metallic 10. In areas posted ‘‘Area Closed’’ or ‘‘No cartridges loaded with black powder or mod- Hunting Zone,’’ we prohibit big game hunt- ern smokeless powder. ing at any time. We close ‘‘Closed Areas’’ 3. During the deer primitive firearms sea- (designated on the Public Use Regulations son, hunters may fit any legal primitive fire- brochure map) to all hunts. We prohibit arms with magnified scopes. We will allow shooting into or across any closed area with hunters using primitive weapons described as a gun or archery equipment. muzzleloader (including in-line) (see 2.i.) to 11. We prohibit any hunter from using hunt reforested areas. We will prohibit hunt- climbing spikes or to hunt from a tree that ers using primitive weapons described in 2.ii. contains screw-in steps, nails, screw-in um- to hunt in reforested areas. brellas, or any metal objects that could dam- 4. We will conduct two quota-modern-fire- age trees (see § 32.2(i)). arms hunts for deer typically in the months 12. We allow muzzleloader hunters to dis- of November and/or December. Hunt dates charge their primitive firearms at the end of and permit application (Quota Deer Hunt Ap- each hunt safely into the ground at least 150 plication FWS Form 3–2354) procedures will feet (135 m) from any designated public road, be available at refuge headquarters no later maintained road, trail, fire break, dwelling, than August. We restrict hunters using a or above-ground oil and gas production facil- primitive firearm during this hunt access to ity. We define a maintained road or trail as areas where we allow modern firearms. We one that has been mowed, disked, or plowed, prohibit hunting and/or shooting into or or one that is free of trees.

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13. We prohibit deer hunters leaving deer 4. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier stands unattended before the opening day of than 4 a.m. the refuge archery season. Hunters must re- 5. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 move stands by the end of the last day of the m) of the maintained rights of ways of roads, refuge archery season (see § 27.93 of this from or across ATV trails, and from above- chapter). Hunters must clearly mark stands ground oil, gas, or electrical transmission fa- left unattended on the refuge with the name cilities. and address of the stand owner. Hunters 6. We prohibit leaving boats, blinds, and must remove portable stands from trees decoys unattended. daily and place freestanding stands in a non- 7. We allow only recognized dog breeds to hunting position when unattended. locate, point, and retrieve when hunting for 14. We require deer hunters using primitive migratory game birds. firearms or modern firearms to display a 8. Youth hunters under age 16 must remain solid-hunter-orange cap on their head and a within sight and normal voice contact of an solid-hunter-orange vest over their outer- adult age 21 or older. Each adult may super- most garment covering their chest and back. vise no more than two youth hunters. Hunters must display the solid-hunter-or- 9. We prohibit any person or group to act ange items the entire time while in the field. as a hunting guide or outfitter, or in any 15. We require primitive firearms and mod- other capacity that receives payment di- ern firearms hunters using ground blinds to rectly or indirectly for services rendered to display outside of the blind 400 square inches any other person or persons hunting on the (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange, which is visible refuge, regardless of whether such payment from all sides of the blind. Hunters must is for guiding, outfitting, lodging, or club wear orange vests and hats as their outer- membership. most garments while inside the blind. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 16. We allow hunting with slugs, rifle, or of quail, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, beaver, pistol ammunition larger than .22 caliber coyote, and opossum on designated areas of rimfire only during the quota hunts for deer. the refuge in accordance with State regula- We prohibit use of buckshot when hunting. tions subject to the following conditions: Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying 1. Conditions A1 and A9 (to hunt upland firearms on national wildlife refuges must game) apply. comply with all provisions of State and local 2. We prohibit firearm ammunition used law. Persons may only use (discharge) fire- for hunting small game larger than a .22 cal- arms in accordance with refuge regulations iber rim-fire, shotgun slugs, and buckshot. (see § 27.42 and specific refuge regulations in 3. We allow hunting of raccoon and opos- § 32). sum during the daylight hours (legal sunrise 17. We require that hunters tag all deer and to legal sunset) of rabbit and squirrel season. turkey per State tagging requirements. We allow night hunting (legal sunset to legal D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- sunrise) during December and January, and ignated areas of the refuge in accordance we allow use of dogs for night hunting. We with State regulations subject to the fol- prohibit the selling of raccoon and opossum lowing conditions: taken on the refuge for human consumption. 1. We allow anglers to enter the refuge no 4. We allow the use of dogs to hunt squirrel earlier than 4 a.m., and they must depart no and rabbit after the last refuge gun deer later than 2 hours after legal sunset. hunt. 2. In areas open to fishing, State creel lim- 5. To use horses and mules to hunt raccoon its and regulations apply. and opossum at night, hunters must first ob- 3. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see tain a General Special Use Application and § 27.21 of this chapter). Permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G) at the refuge 4. Conditions A6, A7, and A9 apply. office. 5. We prohibit fish cleaning within 150 feet 6. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier (45 m) of parking areas, maintained roads, than 4 a.m. and must exit no later than 2 and trails. hours after legal shooting hours. 7. We allow hunting of beaver and coyote UPPER OUACHITA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE during all open refuge hunts with weapons A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow legal for the ongoing hunt. hunting of waterfowl (duck, goose, coot, gal- 8. Youth hunters under age 18 must remain linule, rail, snipe), woodcock, and dove on within sight and normal voice contact of an designated areas of the refuge in accordance adult age 21 or older. Each adult may super- with State regulations subject to the fol- vise no more than two youth hunters. lowing conditions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 1. Hunters must possess and carry a signed white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey on refuge permit (brochure). designated areas of the refuge in accordance 2. We allow dove hunting during the first 3 with State regulations subject to the fol- days of the State season. lowing conditions: 3. We allow waterfowl hunting until 12 p.m. 1. Conditions A1, A9, B6, and B8 (to hunt (noon) during the State season. big game) apply.

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2. We allow deer gun hunts subject to State 7. We prohibit the taking of turtle (see regulations. Specific open dates will appear § 27.21 of this chapter). in the Annual Public Use Regulations Bro- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 chure. FR 29074, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6692, Feb. 11, 3. The daily bag limit is one either-sex 1994; 59 FR 55186, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 5277, Jan. deer. The State season limit applies. 26, 1995; 60 FR 62042, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 45367, 4. We prohibit leaving deer stands, blinds, Aug. 29, 1996; 61 FR 46395, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR and other equipment unattended. 47378, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46916, Sept. 3, 1998; 5. Deer hunters must wear hunter orange 65 FR 30783, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56402, Sept. as per State deer hunting regulations on 18, 2000; 66 FR 46357, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58945, Wildlife Management Areas. Sept. 18, 2002; 68 FR 57316, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 6. We prohibit hunters placing stands or 54362, 54394, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. hunting from stands on pine trees with 17, 2004; 70 FR 54169, Sept. 13, 2005; 70 FR white-painted bands and/or rings. 56376, Sept. 27, 2005; 73 FR 33176, June 11, 2008; 7. We will hold a limited lottery youth tur- 73 FR 51158, Aug. 29, 2008; 74 FR 45684, Sept. key hunt on the Saturday of the State youth 3, 2009; 75 FR 18420, Apr. 12, 2010; 76 FR 3961, turkey hunt weekend. Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56070, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 8. We prohibit possession or distribution of 56041, Sept. 11, 2012] bait or hunting with the aid of bait, including any grain, salt, minerals, or other feed or § 32.38 Maine. nonnaturally occurring attractant on the The following refuge units have been refuge (see § 32.2(h)). opened to hunting and/or fishing, and 9. We allow hunting of hog during all open are listed in alphabetical order with refuge hunts with weapons legal for the on- applicable refuge-specific regulations. going hunt. 10. We prohibit the use of dogs for hog MOOSEHORN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ignated areas of the refuge in accordance hunting of duck, goose, American woodcock, with State regulations subject to the fol- and Wilson’s snipe on designated areas of the lowing conditions: Baring and Edmunds Division of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject 1. We allow sport fishing year-round except to the following conditions: within closed areas of the refuge, as des- 1. We require every hunter to possess and ignated by the Annual Public Use Regula- carry a personally signed Migratory Bird tions Brochure. Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2357). Per- 2. We prohibit outboard motors in the mits and regulations are available from the Wigeon Ponds. refuge in person during normal business 3. We prohibit launching boats from a hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through trailer or from a nondesignated boat ramp Friday; closed on holidays) or by contacting within the Mollicy levee. the Project Leader at (207) 454–7161 or by 4. We prohibit leaving boats and other per- mail (Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge, sonal property on the refuge unattended (see 103 Headquarters Road, Baring, Maine 04694). § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. You must annually complete a Migra- 5. You must tend trotlines daily. You must tory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361) attach ends of trotlines by a length of cotton and submit it by mail or in person at the ref- line that extends into the water. uge headquarters no later than 2 weeks after 6. We prohibit commercial fishing. Rec- the close of the hunting season in March. If reational fishing using commercial gear (slat you do not comply with this requirement, we traps, etc.) requires a special refuge permit may suspend your future hunting privileges (General Special Use Application and Per- on Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge. mit, FWS Form 3–1383–G) that you must pos- 3. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 sess and carry and that is available at the hours before legal shooting hours, and they refuge office. must exit the refuge by 1 hour past legal shooting hours. 4. You may hunt American woodcock and Wilson’s snipe on the Edmunds Division and that part of the Baring Division that lies west of State Route 191. 5. You may hunt waterfowl (duck and goose) in that part of the Edmunds Division that lies north of Hobart Stream and west of U.S. Route 1, and in those areas east of U.S. Route 1, and refuge lands that lie south of

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South Trail; and in that portion of the Bar- hours and make the animal available for in- ing Division that lies west of State Route spection by refuge personnel. 191. 6. The hunter must retrieve all species, in- 6. We prohibit hunting waterfowl in the cluding coyotes, harvested on the refuge. Nat Smith Field and Marsh or Bills Hill 7. We prohibit construction or use of per- Field or Ponds on the Edmunds Division. manent tree stands, blinds, or ladders. 7. We prohibit construction or use of any 8. All tree stands, blinds, and ladders must permanent blind. be portable. 8. You may only use portable or temporary 9. You must clearly label any tree stand, blinds. blind, or ladder left on the refuge overnight 9. You may possess only approved nontoxic with your name, address, phone number, and shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). hunting license number. 10. You must remove portable or tem- 10. You must remove all tree stands, porary blinds and decoys from the refuge fol- blinds, and ladders from the refuge on the lowing each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 last day of the muzzleloader deer season (see of this chapter). §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 11. We prohibit use of motorized or mecha- 11. You may hunt black bear, eastern coy- nized vehicles and equipment in designated ote, and white-tailed deer during the State Wilderness Areas. This includes all vehicles archery and firearms deer seasons on that and items such as winches, pulleys, and part of the Baring Division that lies east of wheeled game carriers. You must remove State Route 191. animals harvested within the Wilderness 12. You may hunt black bear, bobcat, east- Areas by hand without the aid of mechanical ern coyote, moose, and white-tailed deer on equipment of any type. the Edmunds Division and that part of the 12. You must follow the State hunter-or- Baring Division that lies west of State Route ange clothing requirements. 191. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 13. We prohibit use of firearms to hunt bear of ruffed grouse, snowshoe hare, red fox, gray and coyote during the archery deer season on and red squirrel, raccoon, skunk, and wood- that part of the Baring Division that lies chuck on designated areas of the Edmunds east of Route 191. We prohibit the use of fire- Division and that part of the Baring Division arms, other than a muzzleloader, to hunt that lies west of State Route 191 in accord- bear and coyote during the deer muzzle- ance with State regulations, seasons, and loader season on that part of the Baring Di- bag limits, subject to the following condi- vision that lies east of Route 191. tions: 14. You must register with the refuge office 1. Conditions A1, A2, A9, A11, and A12 prior to hunting black bear, bobcat, or east- apply. ern coyote with trailing dogs. 2. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 15. We prohibit hunting in the following hours before legal shooting hours, and they areas: must exit the refuge by 1 hour past legal i. The South Magurrewock Area: The shooting hours, except for hunters pursuing boundary of this area begins at the intersec- raccoons at night. tion of the Charlotte Road and U.S. Route 1; 3. We prohibit hunting of upland game spe- it follows the Charlotte Road in a southerly cies listed in the introductory text of this direction to a point just south of the fishing paragraph B. on refuge lands between April 1 pier and observation blind, where it turns in and September 30. an easterly direction, crossing the East 4. You must register with the refuge office Branch of the Magurrewock Stream, and pro- prior to hunting raccoon or red fox with ceeds in a northerly direction along the up- trailing dogs. land edge of the Upper and Middle C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Magurrewock Marshes to U.S. Route 1 where black bear, bobcat, eastern coyote, moose, it follows Route 1 in a southerly direction to and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the point of origin. the refuge in accordance with State regula- ii. The North Magurrewock Area: The tions subject to the following conditions: boundary of this area begins where the 1. Conditions A1, A2, A11, and A12 apply. northern exterior boundary of the refuge and 2. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 Route 1 intersect; it follows the boundary hours before legal shooting hours, and they line in a westerly direction to the railroad must exit the refuge by 1 hour past legal grade where it follows the main railroad shooting hours, except for hunters pursuing grade and refuge boundary in a southwest di- eastern coyotes at night. rection to the upland edge of the Lower Barn 3. We allow bear hunting during the State Meadow Marsh; then it follows the upland Prescribed Season. edge of the marsh in a southerly direction to 4. We allow eastern coyote hunting from U.S. Route 1 where it follows Route 1 to the October 1 to March 31. point of origin. 5. If you harvest a bear, deer, moose, or iii. The posted safety zone around the Ref- coyote on the refuge, you must notify the uge Headquarters Complex: The boundary of refuge office in person or by phone within 24 this area starts where the southerly edge of

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the Horse Pasture Field intersects with the of the Mile Bridge Road between March 31 Charlotte Road. The boundary follows the and July 14. southern edge of the Horse Pasture Field, 6. We prohibit trapping of bait fish on the across the abandoned Maine Central Rail- refuge. road grade, where it intersects with the North Fireline Road. It follows the North PETIT MANAN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Fireline Road to a point near the northwest A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow corner of the Lane Construction Tract. The hunting of duck, goose, woodcock, rail, galli- line then proceeds along a cleared and nule, and snipe on designated areas of the marked trail in a northwesterly direction to refuge (Gouldsboro Bay and Sawyers Marsh the Barn Meadow Road. It proceeds south Divisions) in accordance with State regula- along the Barn Meadow Road to the intersec- tions subject to the following conditions: tion with the South Fireline Road, where it 1. We allow waterfowl hunting on the fol- follows the South Fireline Road to the Head- lowing islands: Little Libby, Eastern Broth- quarters Road. It follows the Headquarters ers, Halifax, Schoppee, Inner Sand, Jordans Road in a southerly direction to the Two Delight, Petit Manan, Sally, Abbott, Egg Mile Meadow Road. It follows the westerly Rock, South Twinnie, John’s, Little Mar- side of the Two Mile Meadow Road to the shall, Ship, Trumpet, East and West Barge, intersection with the Mile Bridge Road. It Matinicus Rock, Two Bush, Hart, Little then follows Mile Bridge Road to the inter- Thrumcap, Outer White, Outer Heron, Upper section with the Lunn Road, then along the Flag, and Ram. Lunn Road leaving the road in an easterly direction at the site of the old crossing, 2. We prohibit erection of permanent wa- across the abandoned Maine Central Rail- terfowl blinds. road grade to the Charlotte Road (directly 3. You must remove all temporary blinds, across from the Moosehorn Ridge Road gate). concealment materials, boats, and decoys The line follows the Charlotte Road in a (see § 27.93 of this chapter) each day. northerly direction to the point of origin. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting iv. The Southern Gravel Pit: The boundary of upland game on designated areas of the of this area starts at a point where Cran- refuge (Gouldsboro Bay and Sawyers Marsh berry Brook crosses the Charlotte Road and Division) in accordance with State regula- proceeds south along the Charlotte Road to tions subject to the following conditions: the Baring/Charlotte Town Line, east along 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic the Town Line to a point where it intersects shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). the railroad grade where it turns in a north- 2. We allow only pointing and flushing erly direction, and follows the railroad grade dogs. to Cranberry Brook, following Cranberry 3. We prohibit the hunting of crows. Brook in a westerly direction to the point of 4. You may hunt coyotes from November 1 origin. to March 31. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 5. The hunter must retrieve all species, in- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance cluding coyotes, harvested on the refuge. with State regulations subject to the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of lowing conditions: white-tailed deer and bear on designated 1. We prohibit motorized boats on Bearce areas of the refuge in accordance with State and Conic Lakes. regulations subject to the following condi- 2. We only allow fishing from 1⁄2 hour be- tions: fore legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sun- 1. We allow white-tailed deer hunting on set. designated areas of the Petit Manan Point, 3. We allow fishing in the following areas Sawyers Marsh, and Gouldsboro Bay Divi- on the Baring Division of the refuge: sion and Bois Bubert Island. Petit Manan i. Bearce Lake, Conic Lake, James Pond, Point is open only during the State-pre- Ledge Pond, and Vose Pond; scribed muzzleloader season. ii. Clark Brook and the West Branch of the 2. We allow black bear hunting only on des- Magurrewock Stream from the outlet of the ignated areas of the Sawyers Marsh and Howard Mill Flowage water control struc- Gouldsboro Bay Divisions during the firearm ture to the handicapped-accessible fishing season for white-tailed deer. pier located off the Charlotte Road; and 3. We prohibit the use of dogs. iii. Barn Meadow Brook, Cranberry Brook, 4. You must remove all tree stands by the Mahar Brook, and Moosehorn Stream. last day of the white-tailed deer hunting sea- 4. We allow fishing in the following areas son (see § 27.93 of this chapter). on the Edmunds Division of the refuge: Ho- 5. We normally close the refuge to all visi- bart Lake, Hobart Stream, Cranberry Brook, tors from legal sunset to legal sunrise. How- Crane Meadow Brook, Crane Mill Stream, ever, during hunting season, we allow hunt- and Crane Mill Flowage. ers to enter the refuge 1 hour prior to legal 5. We prohibit fishing on the stretch of sunrise and remain on the refuge 1 hour after Moosehorn Stream on the Baring Division legal sunset. that lies west of the Charlotte Road and east D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved]

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RACHEL CARSON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE with State regulations and subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1. Conditions A1, A4, and A7 apply. hunting of duck, goose, coot, woodcock, and 2. We allow hunting of deer and turkey snipe in accordance with State regulations with shotgun and archery only. We prohibit on designated areas of the Brave Boat Har- rifles and muzzleloading firearms for hunt- bor, Lower Wells, Upper Wells, Mousam ing. River, Goose Rocks, and Spurwink River Di- 3. We allow turkey hunting during the fall visions of the refuge subject to the following season only, as designated by the State. All conditions: State regulations governing the hunting of 1. Prior to entering designated refuge turkey must be followed. hunting areas, you must obtain a refuge 4. We allow portable tree stands, ladders, hunting permit (FWS Form 3–2357), pay a and blinds only, and they must be removed recreation fee, and sign and carry the permit daily (see § 27.93 of this chapter). The use of at all times. nails, wire, screws or bolts to attach a stand 2. You may only take sea duck when the to a tree, or hunting from a tree into which State sea duck season coincides with the reg- a metal object has been driven to support a ular duck season. hunter is prohibited. You must keep vegeta- 3. You may take waterfowl by falconry tion disturbance (including tree limbs) to a during State seasons. minimum (see § 32.2(i)). 4. We open Designated Youth Hunting 5. We close the Moody and Biddeford Pool Areas to hunters age 15 and under who pos- divisions of the refuge to white-tailed deer sess and carry a refuge hunting permit. and turkey hunting. Youth hunters must be accompanied by an 6. We allow archery on only those areas of adult age 18 or older. The accompanying the Little River division open to hunting. adult must possess and carry a refuge hunt- 7. We allow hunting of fox and coyote with ing permit and may also hunt. archery or shotgun with a refuge big game 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic permit, during State firearm deer season. shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)) on the refuge. You may only possess approved nontoxic 6. You may use seasonal blinds with a Spe- shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)) on the refuge. cial Use Permit. A permitted seasonal blind D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing is available to permitted hunters on a first- along the shoreline on the following des- come, first-served basis. The permit holder ignated areas of the refuge in accordance for the blind is responsible for the removal of with State regulations subject to the fol- the blind at the end of the season and com- lowing conditions: pliance with all conditions of the Special Use 1. At the Brave Boat Harbor division on the Permit. You must remove temporary blinds, north side (York) of the stream crossing decoys, and boats from the refuge each day under Route 103, beginning at Route 103 then (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). downstream to the first railroad trestle. 7. We open the refuge to hunting during 2. At the Moody division on the north side the hours stipulated by State regulations. of the Ogunquit River and downstream of We close the refuge to night hunting. Route 1, beginning at the refuge boundary 8. We close the Moody, Little River, Bidde- then downstream a distance of 500 feet (150 ford Pool, and Goosefare Brook divisions of m). the refuge to all migratory bird hunting. 3. At the Moody division on the east side of B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Stevens Brook and downstream of Bourne of pheasant, quail, and grouse on designated Avenue, beginning at Bourne Avenue then areas of the Brave Boat Harbor, Lower Wells, downstream to where the refuge ends near Upper Wells, Mousam River, Goose Rocks, Ocean Avenue. Goosefare Brook, and Spurwink River divi- 4. At the Lower Wells division on the west sion of the refuge in accordance with State side of the Webhannet River downstream of regulations and subject to the following con- Mile Road, from Mile Road north to the first ditions: creek. 1. Conditions A1 and A7 apply. 5. At the Upper Wells division on the south 2. You may take pheasant, quail, and side of the Merriland River downstream of grouse by falconry during State seasons. Skinner Mill Road, beginning at the refuge 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic boundary and then east along the oxbow to shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)) on the refuge. the woods. 4. We close the Moody, Little River, and 6. At the Mousam River division on the Biddeford Pool divisions of the refuge to all north side of the Mousam River downstream upland game hunting. of Route 9, beginning at the refuge boundary C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of and then east to a point opposite Great Hill white-tailed deer and turkey on designated Road. Access is from the Bridle Path along areas of the Brave Boat Harbor, Lower Wells, the first tidal creek. Upper Wells, Mousam River, Goose Rocks, 7. At the Goosefare Brook division on the Little River, Goosefare Brook, and Spurwink south side of Goosefare Brook where it flows River divisions of the refuge in accordance into the Atlantic Ocean.

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8. At the Spurwink River division on the D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on west side (Scarborough) of the Spurwink the waters of and from the banks of Baker River upstream of Route 77, beginning at Brook, Birch Stream, Buzzy Brook, Dudley Route 77 and then upstream approximately Brook, Johnson Brook, Little Birch Stream, 1,000 feet (300 m) to a point near the fork in Little Buzzy Brook, Sandy Stream, and the river. Sunkhaze Stream. 9. You may launch boats from car top from legal sunrise to legal sunset at Brave Boat UMBAGOG NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Harbor division on Chauncey Creek at the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow intersection of Cutts Island Road and Sea hunting of goose, snipe, duck, coot, and Point Road. woodcock in accordance with State regula- 10. We allow car-top launching from legal tions, seasons, and bag limits subject to the sunrise to legal sunset at Spurwink River di- following conditions: vision on the upstream side of Route 77 at 1. Hunters must comply with State regula- the old road crossing. tions regarding hunter-orange clothing or 11. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to material. legal sunset. 2. We will provide permanent refuge blinds 12. We prohibit lead jigs and sinkers. 13. Anglers must attend their lines at all at various locations on the refuge that are times. available for public use by reservation. Hunt- 14. We prohibit collection of bait on the ers may make reservations for particular refuge. blinds up to 1 year in advance, for a maximum of 7 days, running Monday through SUNKHAZE MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE Sunday during the hunting season. Hunters REFUGE may make reservations for additional weeks up to 7 days in advance, on a space-available A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow basis. We allow no other permanent blinds. hunting of migratory game birds on all areas Hunters must remove temporary blinds, of the refuge in accordance with State regu- boats, and decoys from the refuge following lations. each day’s hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. Pursuant to State regulations, you may of upland game on all areas of the refuge in use dogs to assist in hunting and retrieval of accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: harvested birds. 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- 4. We prohibit dog training on the refuge. proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see 5. We open the refuge to hunting during § 32.2(k)). the hours stipulated under the State’s hunt- 2. We allow eastern coyote hunting from ing regulations. Hunters will unload all October 1 to March 31. hunting firearms outside of legal hunting 3. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 hours. hour before legal shooting hours (1⁄2 hour be- 6. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- fore legal sunrise in the State of Maine), and cles (ATVs or OHRVs) on refuge land. they must exit the refuge by 1 hour past B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting legal shooting hours (1⁄2 hour after legal sun- of coyote (see C. Big Game Hunting), fox, set in the State of Maine), except for hunters raccoon, woodchuck, squirrel, porcupine, pursuing raccoons and coyotes at night. skunk, snowshoe hare, ring-necked pheasant, 4. The hunter must retrieve all species, in- and ruffed grouse in accordance with State cluding coyotes, harvested on the refuge. regulations, seasons, and bag limits, subject C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of to the following conditions: black bear, bobcat, moose, and white-tailed 1. We prohibit night hunting. deer on all areas of the refuge in accordance 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic with State regulations subject to the fol- shot when hunting with a shotgun (see lowing conditions: § 32.2(k)). 1. We require hunter-orange clothing in ac- 3. We open the refuge to hunting during cordance with State of Maine regulations. the hours stipulated under State hunting 2. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 regulations. Hunters must unload all hunt- hour before legal shooting hours (1⁄2 hour being firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) and fore legal sunrise in the State of Maine), and nock no arrows outside of legal hunting they must exit the refuge by 1 hour past hours (1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise and 1⁄2 legal shooting hours (1⁄2 hour after legal sun- hour after legal sunset in the State of set in the State of Maine). Maine). 3. We allow bear hunting from October 1 to 4. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- the end of the State prescribed season. We cles (ATVs or OHRVs) on refuge land. prohibit use of bait during the hunting of 5. Each hunter must wear hunter-orange bears. clothing or material as specified by State 4. You must remove all tree stands by the hunting regulations. last day of the white-tailed deer hunting sea- 6. We allow hunting of showshoe hare, ring- son (see § 27.93 of this chapter). necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse with dogs

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during State hunting seasons in accordance 2. We require you to abide by the terms with State regulations. and conditions of the refuge permit and bro- 7. We prohibit dog training on the refuge. chure. Hunters may have their permits re- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of voked if they are found to be in violation of bear, white-tailed deer, coyote, and moose in § 32.2 or other Federal and State laws. accordance with State regulations, seasons, 3. We allow only hunters possessing a per- and bag limits subject to the following con- mit issued by the refuge to hunt during des- ditions: ignated days. 1. Condition B3 applies, and we prohibit 4. Except in accordance with condition A5, night hunting. we require hunters to possess a valid Mary- 2. We allow bear and coyote hunting with land hunting license and all required stamps, dogs during State hunting seasons. We pro- a valid government-issued photo identifica- hibit dog training on the refuge. tion, and a valid hunting permit issued by 3. We allow prehunt scouting of the refuge; the refuge at all times while on refuge prop- however, we prohibit dogs and firearms (see erty. § 27.42 of this chapter) during prehunt scout- 5. We require hunters accompanying a per- ing. mit holder as part of a hunt party to possess 4. Each hunter must wear hunter-orange a valid Maryland hunting license and all re- clothing or material in accordance with quired stamps, and a valid government- State regulations. issued photo identification at all times while 5. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- on refuge property. cles (ATVs or OHRVs) (see § 27.31(f) of this 6. You must remove all hunting blind ma- chapter). terials and decoys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) 6. We allow temporary tree stands and at the end of each hunting day. blinds, but hunters must remove them by the 7. We allow hunters to access hunting end of the season (see § 27.93 of this chapter). areas only by boat, unless otherwise author- We prohibit nails, screws, or screw-in climb- ized by the refuge manager. ing pegs to build or access a stand or blind 8. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- (see § 32.2(i)). cles (ATVs) or amphibious vehicles of any D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] type. 9. We prohibit the use of air boats on the [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 refuge. FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 60 FR 62043, Dec. 4, 10. We encourage hunters to use trained 1995; 61 FR 46396, Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR 46917, dogs to retrieve game on designated water- Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30784, May 12, 2000; 65 FR fowl hunt days at designated blind areas. We 56403, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46358, Sept. 4, 2001; require that hunters confine dogs not en- 67 FR 58946, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54410, gaged in retrieving waterfowl to a vehicle, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54172, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR boat, kennel, blind area, or other container. 33183, June 11, 2008; 76 FR 56074, Sept. 9, 2011; 11. We require all hunters to remain within 77 FR 56044, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14829, Mar. 50 yards (55 m) of the designated hunt site 17, 2014] while hunting. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] § 32.39 Maryland. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting The following refuge units have been of white-tailed and sika deer and turkey on opened for hunting and/or fishing, and designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- are listed in alphabetical order with lowing conditions: applicable refuge-specific regulations. 1. We require you to submit a Big/Upland Game Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2356) BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and/or a Quota Deer Hunt Application (FWS A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Form 3–2354) to be selected to hunt on the hunting of goose and duck on designated refuge. If you are selected, we require you to areas of the refuge in accordance with State then obtain a permit (name/address/signa- regulations subject to the following condi- ture required). Hunting brochures containing tions: hunting application procedures, seasons, bag 1. We require you to submit a Waterfowl limits, methods of hunting, maps depicting Lottery Application (FWS Form 3–2355) to be areas open to hunting, and the terms and selected to hunt waterfowl. If you are se- conditions under which we issue hunting per- lected, we require you to then obtain a permits are available at the refuge administra- mit (name/address/signature required). Hunt- tion office and on the refuge’s Web Site. ing brochures containing hunting applica- 2. We allow only hunters possessing a per- tion procedures, seasons, bag limits, methods mit issued by the refuge to hunt/scout during of hunting, maps depicting areas open to designated days. hunting, and the terms and conditions under 3. We require hunters to possess a valid which we issue hunting permits are available Maryland hunting license and all required at the refuge administration office and on stamps, a valid government-issued photo the refuge’s Web site. identification, and a valid hunting permit

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issued by the refuge at all times while on ref- 1. We allow fishing and crabbing only from uge property. April 1 through September 30 during day- 4. We require hunters to notify a refuge light hours in refuge waters, unless other- representative if they need to enter a closed wise authorized by the refuge manager. area to retrieve game. 2. We allow fishing and crabbing from 5. We prohibit the use of rimfire or boats and from the Key Wallace roadway centerfire rifles and handguns for hunting. (bridge) across the Little Blackwater River, 6. We prohibit the use of boats, ATVs, mo- unless otherwise authorized by the refuge torized off-road vehicles, and amphibious ve- manager. hicles to access the refuge unless authorized 3. We require you to possess a valid Mary- by the refuge manager for use by disabled land sport fishing license, all required hunters. stamps, and a valid, government-issued 7. We require hunters participating during photo identification while fishing on the ref- muzzleloader and shotgun hunts to wear a uge. We do not require a refuge permit to minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of fish on the refuge. solid-colored-daylight-fluorescent-orange 4. We require anglers to attend all fish and clothing on their head, chest, and back. We crab lines. require hunters to wear an orange hat at all 5. We prohibit boat launching from refuge times. lands except for canoes/kayaks at the canoe/ 8. We require the use of a temporary tree kayak ramp located near the Blackwater stand that elevates you a minimum of 8 feet River Bridge on Route 335. (240 cm) above the ground for hunting in des- 6. We prohibit the use of airboats on refuge ignated areas. waters. 9. We prohibit screw-in steps, spikes, or other objects that may damage trees (see EASTERN NECK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE § 32.2(i)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 10. We prohibit hunting from a perma- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] nently constructed tree stand or blind. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 11. We require you to remove all stands and white-tailed deer and turkey on designated blinds within 24 hours of legal sunset of the areas of the refuge in accordance with State final hunting day of the season. We are not hunting regulations subject to the following responsible for damage, theft, or use of the conditions: stand by other hunters (see § 27.93 of this 1. We require hunters to submit a Big chapter). Game Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2356) 12. We prohibit organized deer drives, un- to be selected to hunt on the refuge. We re- less otherwise authorized by the refuge man- quire you to obtain a permit (name/address/ ager. signature required). Hunting brochures con- 13. Hunters may use marking devices, in- taining hunting application procedures, sea- cluding flagging or tape, but they must re- sons, bag limits, methods of hunting, maps move them within 24 hours of legal sunset of depicting areas open to hunting, and the the final hunting day of the season (see terms and conditions under which we issue § 27.93 of this chapter). hunting permits are available at the refuge 14. We require all disabled hunters to pro- administration office and on the refuge’s vide certification of their disability. Web site. 15. Disabled persons may have an assistant 2. We allow only hunters possessing a per- during the hunt on designated areas of the mit issued by the refuge to hunt/scout during refuge. Persons assisting disabled hunters designated days. must be at least age 18 and obey all refuge, 3. We require hunters to possess a valid State, and Federal laws and regulations. Per- Maryland hunting license and all required sons assisting disabled hunters must not be stamps, a valid government-issued photo afield with a hunting firearm, bow, or other identification, and a valid hunting permit hunting device. issued by the refuge at all times while on ref- 16. Hunters may use bicycles to access uge property. hunt areas on designated hunt/scout days. 4. We require hunters to notify a refuge We prohibit hunters taking bicycles off of representative if they need to enter a closed designated roads and trails while on refuge area to retrieve game. lands. 5. We prohibit the use of rimfire or 17. We require that you abide by the terms centerfire rifles and handguns for hunting. and conditions of the refuge permit and bro- 6. We prohibit the use of boats, ATVs, mo- chure. Hunters may have their permits re- torized off-road vehicles, and amphibious ve- voked if we find them to be in violation of hicles to access the refuge, unless authorized § 32.2 or other Federal and State laws. by the refuge manager for use by disabled D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- hunters. bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 7. We require a minimum of 400 square cordance with State regulations subject to inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored-daylight- the following conditions: fluorescent-orange clothing to be worn on

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the head, chest, and back of all hunters par- through our Cooperating Association, Meade ticipating during muzzleloader and shotgun Natural Heritage Association (MNHA), at hunts. We require you to wear an orange hat the refuge Hunting Control Station (HCS). at all times. MNHA charges a fee for each permit. Contact 8. We prohibit screw-in steps, spikes, or refuge headquarters for more information. other objects that may damage trees (see 2. We publish the Refuge Hunting Regula- § 32.2(i)). tions, which includes the daily and yearly 9. We prohibit hunting from a permanently bag limits and hunting dates, in late sum- constructed tree stand or blind. mer. We provide you with a copy of the regu- 10. We require you to remove all stands and lations with your fee permit, and we require blinds within 24 hours of legal sunset of the you to know the specific hunt seasons and final hunting day of the season. We are not regulations. responsible for damage, theft, or use of the 3. We require hunters, age 17 or younger, to stand by other hunters (see § 27.93 of this have a parent or guardian cosign to receive chapter). a hunting permit. 11. We allow use of marking devices, in- 4. We require hunters, age 17 or younger, to cluding flagging or tape, but hunters must be accompanied in the field by an adult pos- remove them within 24 hours of legal sunset sessing a refuge hunting permit, age 21 or of the final hunting day of the season (see older. § 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit paint or 5. You must check-in and out at the HCS any other permanent marker to mark trails. and exchange your hunting permit for a 12. We require all disabled hunters to pro- daily hunting pass and a vehicle pass every vide certification of their disability. time you enter or exit the refuge. This in- 13. Disabled persons may have an assistant cludes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and other during the hunt on designated areas of the breaks if you leave your designated hunting refuge. Persons assisting disabled hunters area. must be at least age 18 and obey all refuge, 6. You must use designated and maintained State, and Federal laws and regulations. Per- roads for vehicular traffic. sons assisting disabled hunters must not be afield with a hunting firearm, bow, or other 7. You must park within the selected area hunting device. specified and not block traffic or gates (see 14. We require that you abide by the terms §27.31(h) of this chapter). and conditions of the refuge permit and bro- 8. We restrict you to the selected area and chure. Hunters may have their permits re- activity until you check out at the HCS. voked if we find them to be in violation of 9. We prohibit hunting on or across any § 32.2 or other Federal and State laws. road (paved, gravel, dirt, opened and/or 15. We allow parking only in designated closed) within 50 yards (45 m) of a road parking areas. (paved, gravel, dirt, opened and/or closed), 16. We prohibit hunting in the No Hunting within 150 yards (135 m) of any building or Zones. shed, and within 25 yards (22.5 m) from any D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- designated ‘‘No Hunting’’ and ‘‘Safety Zone’’ bing in designated areas of the refuge in ac- areas, except: cordance with State regulations subject to i. You must be more than 50 yards (135 m) the following conditions: beyond the gate at Blue Heron Pond before 1. We allow fishing and crabbing from East- hunting. ern Neck Island bridge and from the board- ii. You must be more than 50 yards (135 m) walk adjacent to that bridge. from the road beyond the barricade at Wood 2. We allow fishing and crabbing at the Duck Pond before hunting. Ingleside Recreation Area only from April 1 iii. You may hunt waterfowl (goose/duck) through September 30 during daylight hours. from any refuge permanent photo/hunt blind. 3. We allow fishing from the Boxes Point iv. You may hunt from the roadside, except and Duck Inn Trails only during daylight on the Wildlife Loop, at designated areas, if hours. you possess a Maryland Department of Nat- 4. We require you to possess a valid Mary- ural Resources issued ‘‘Universal Disability land sport fishing license and all required Pass.’’ stamps and a valid government-issued photo v. You may hunt from the roadside for wa- identification while fishing on the refuge. We terfowl at the five designated hunting blind do not require a refuge permit to fish on the sites at Lake Allen. refuge. 10. You must wear fluorescent orange in accordance with State regulations subject to PATUXENT RESEARCH REFUGE the additional following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow i. You must wear a solid-colored-fluores- hunting of goose, duck, and dove on the cent hunter orange that must be visible 360° North Tract in accordance with State regu- while carrying-in and carrying-out equip- lations subject to the following conditions: ment (e.g., portable blinds). 1. We require a Refuge Hunt Application ii. ‘‘Jump shooters’’ must wear at least a (PRR Hunt Form #1). We issue permits solid-colored, fluorescent-hunter-orange cap

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while hunting. If you stop and stand, you with each weapon used. See A1 for issuing in- may remove it. formation. 11. We allow the taking of only Canada 3. We only allow the use of a shotgun, muz- goose during the Canada goose early resident zleloader, or bow and arrow according to Ref- season and late Canada goose migratory At- uge Hunting Regulations. lantic population seasons. i. We require muzzleloaders to be .40 cal- 12. We prohibit hunting of goose, duck, and iber or larger with not less than 60 grains of dove during the youth deer firearms hunts, black powder or a black powder equivalent. deer firearms seasons, and the early deer ii. We prohibit the discharging of any muzzleloader season. The only exceptions are hunting weapons before or after legal shoot- that Blue Heron Pond, Lake Allen, and Area ing hours, including the unloading of Z will remain open for duck hunters and the muzzleloaders. Junior Waterfowl hunt day during the early 4. We require hunters to secure longbows, muzzleloader season. recurve bows, compound bows, and cross- 13. We require waterfowl hunters to use bows, with weapons inaccessible, and/or trained adult retrieving dogs while hunting cased, with no arrows nocked, while inside duck and goose within 50 yards (45 meters) of the vehicle. the following impounded waters: Blue Heron 5. We prohibit possession or use of buck- Pond, Lake Allen, New Marsh, and Wood shot for hunting. Duck Pond. 6. We require bow hunters to wear either a i. We require dogs to be under the imme- cap of solid-fluorescent-orange color at all diate control of their owner at all times (see times or a vest or jacket containing back and front panels of at least 250 square inches § 26.21(b) of this chapter). (1,625 square centimeters) of solid-fluores- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting cent-orange color when moving to and from of turkey, gray squirrel, eastern cottontail their vehicle to their deer stand or their rabbit, and woodchuck on the North Tract hunting spot and while tracking or dragging and turkey on the Central Tract in accord- out their deer. We do not require bow hunt- ance with State regulations subject to the ers to wear solid-fluorescent-orange when po- following conditions: sitioned to hunt except during the North 1. Conditions A1 through A10i apply. Tract Youth Firearms Deer Hunts, the muz- 2. Hunters may possess only approved zleloader seasons, and the firearms seasons, nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)), when they must wear it at all times. except for the use of .22-caliber rimfire rifles 7. All bucks harvested must have a 15-inch during the month of January only to hunt (37.5-cm) minimum outside antler spread. squirrel. 8. All deer harvested will have a jaw ex- 3. We prohibit hunting of upland game dur- tracted at the hunter check station before ing the deer muzzleloader and firearms sea- leaving the refuge. sons, including the Youth Firearms Deer 9. You must use portable tree stands that Hunts. are at least 10 feet (3 m) off the ground and 4. We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt up- equipped with a full-body safety harness land game. while hunting at Schafer Farm, Central 5. Spring turkey hunters are exempt from Tract, and South Tract. You must wear the wearing the hunter orange. full-body safety harness while in the tree 6. We allow the use of a bow and arrow for stand. We will make limited accommoda- turkey hunting. tions for disabled hunters for Central Tract 7. We require turkey hunters to use #4, #5, lottery hunts. or #6 nontoxic shot or vertical bows. 10. We allow the use of ground blinds on 8. We select turkey hunters by a computer- North Tract only. ized lottery for youth, disabled, and general 11. We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt or public hunts. We require Maryland Depart- track wounded deer. ment of Natural Resources required docu- 12. If you wish to track wounded deer be- mentation to accommodate hunters with dis- yond 2 hours after legal sunset, you must abilities. gain consent from a refuge law enforcement 9. We require turkey hunters to show proof officer. We prohibit tracking 3 hours after they have attended a turkey clinic sponsored legal sunset. You must make a reasonable ef- by the National Wild Turkey Federation. fort to retrieve the wounded deer, which in- 10. We require turkey hunters to pattern cludes next-day tracking. There is no track- their weapons prior to hunting. Contact ref- ing on Sundays and Federal holidays except uge headquarters for more information. on a case-by-case basis. Hunters authorized C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of to track on Sundays or Federal holidays white-tailed deer on the North, Central, and must be accompanied afield by a refuge law South Tracts in accordance with State regu- enforcement officer. lations subject to the following conditions: 13. We prohibit deer drives or anyone tak- 1. Conditions A1 through A10i apply. ing part in any deer drive. We define a ‘‘deer 2. Prior to issuing hunting permit, we re- drive’’ as an organized or planned effort to quire you to pass a yearly proficiency test pursue, drive chase, or otherwise frighten or

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cause deer to move in the direction of any to fish under their Fishing Vehicle Parking person or persons who are part of the orga- Pass. nized or planned hunt and known to be wait- 7. We prohibit the use and/or possession of ing for the deer. We also prohibit organized lead sinkers. deer drives without a standing hunter. 8. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- 14. North Tract: We allow shotgun, muzzle- holic beverages (see § 27.81 of this chapter). loader, and bow hunting in accordance with 9. We allow the use of earthworms as the the following: Conditions C1 through C13 only source of live bait. We prohibit apply. bloodworms, fish, or other animals or parts 15. Central Tract: Headquarters/MR Lot- of animals to be used as bait. tery Hunt: We only allow shotgun and bow 10. We prohibit harvesting bait on the ref- hunting in accordance with the following: uge. Conditions C1 through C13 apply (except C3i). 11. Anglers must attend all fishing lines. 16. South Tract: We allow shotgun, muzzleloader, and bow hunting in accordance with 12. Anglers may take the following species: the following: Chain pickerel, catfish, golden shiner, eel, i. Conditions C1 through C13 apply. and sunfish (includes bluegill, black crappie, warmouth, and pumpkinseed). Maryland ii. You must access South Tract hunting areas A, B, and C off Springfield Road State daily harvest limits apply unless oth- through the Old Beltsville Airport; and erwise noted. South Tract hunting area D from MD Rt. 197 i. All bluegill taken must be 6 inches (15 through Gate #4. You must park in des- cm) or larger. ignated parking areas. ii. We allow take of one chain pickerel per iii. We prohibit driving or parking along day. the entrance and exit roads to and from the iii. Anglers must release all bass that they National Wildlife Visitor Center, and park- catch. ing in the visitor center parking lot when 13. We prohibit fishing from all bridges ex- checked in to hunt any area. cept the downstream side of Bailey Bridge. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing in 14. North Tract: We allow sport fishing in accordance with State hook and line fishing accordance with the following regulations: regulations subject to the following condi- i. Conditions D1 through D13 apply. tions: ii. We allow sport fishing year-round at 1. We require all anglers, age 16 and older, Lake Allen, Rieve’s Pond, New Marsh, Cat- to present their current Maryland State tail Pond, and Little Patuxent River (down- nontidal fishing license and complete the stream only from Bailey’s Bridge) except Fishing/Shrimping/Crabbing Application Mondays through Saturdays from September (FWS Form 3–2358). Anglers age 18 and older 1 through January 31 during the hunting sea- will receive a free Patuxent Research Refuge son. We also reserve the right to close Lake Fishing Vehicle Parking Pass. Organized Allen at any time. groups must complete the Fishing/ iii. Anglers age 18 and older must complete Shrimping/Crabbing Application (FWS Form an Emergency Contact Information/warning/ 3–2358), and the group leader must stay with waiver form (PRR Fishing Form #1) prior to the group at all times while fishing. receiving a free North Tract Vehicle Access 2. We publish the Refuge Fishing Regula- Pass. Anglers must display the North Tract tions, which includes the daily and yearly Vehicle Access Pass in the vehicle wind- creel limits and fishing dates, in early Janu- shield at all times and return the Pass to the ary. We provide a copy of the regulations North Tract Visitor Contact Station at the with your free Fishing Vehicle Parking Pass, end of each visit. and we require you to know the specific fishing regulations. iv. We prohibit the use of any type of 3. Anglers must carry a copy of their Mary- watercraft. land State fishing license in the field. 15. South Tract: We allow sport fishing in 4. Anglers must display a copy of the Fish- accordance with the following regulations: ing Vehicle Parking Pass in the vehicle i. Conditions D1 through D12 apply. windshield while fishing at Cash Lake. ii. Anglers must park their vehicles in the 5. We require anglers, ages 16 and 17, to parking lot located behind Refuge Gate #8 have a parent or guardian cosign the Fish- off MD Rt. 197. Anglers may not access Cash ing/Shrimping/Crabbing Application (FWS Lake from the National Wildlife Visitor Cen- Form 3–2358). We will not issue a Fishing Ve- ter. hicle Parking Pass to anglers ages 16 and 17. iii. We allow sport fishing at the pier and 6. An adult age 21 or older possessing a designated shorelines at Cash Lake. See Ref- Fishing Vehicle Parking Pass must accom- uge Fishing Regulations for areas opened to pany anglers age 17 or younger in the field; fishing. We post other areas with, ‘‘No fish- they must maintain visual contact with each ing beyond this point’’ signs. other within a 50-yard (45 m) distance; and iv. Anglers may fish from mid-June until they may take 3 youths, age 15 or younger, mid-October, as posted.

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v. We allow fishing between the hours of 6 4. We prohibit use of motorized vehicles on a.m. and 8 p.m. June through August and be- the refuge. The refuge will provide des- tween 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. in September and ignated parking areas for hunters. Hunters October. must display issued hunter parking permits vi. We prohibit the use of the public trails (generated from the Migratory Bird Hunt near Cash Lake after 4:30 p.m. Application, FWS Form 3–2357) on their vii. Anglers may use watercraft for fishing dashboards when parked in designated refuge in accordance with Maryland State boating parking areas. laws subject to the additional following con- 5. During any season when it is legal to ditions: hunt deer with a shotgun or muzzleloader, a. You may use car-top boats that are 14 we require all hunters to wear a minimum of feet (4.2m) or less, canoes, kayaks, and in- 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of solid-orange flatable boats. clothing or material in a conspicuous man- b. You may use only electric motors that ner on their chest, back, and head. During are 4 hp or less. all other times, if you are engaged in c. We prohibit sailboats. woodcock hunting on the refuge, you must d. Maryland State law requires personal wear a minimum of a solid-orange hat. flotation devices in boats. 6. We prohibit the use of electronic calls viii. We prohibit boat trailers except by in- during any hunting season. dividuals possessing a refuge handicapped 7. We prohibit trimming or cutting of permit. branches larger than the diameter of a quarter (see § 27.61 of this chapter). [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 8. We prohibit marking any tree or other FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6685, 6693, Feb. refuge feature with flagging, paint, or any 11, 1994; 60 FR 62043, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46396, other substance. Hunters may use reflective Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR 46917, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR tacks, which we require hunters to remove 30784, May 12, 2000; 69 FR 54362, 54412, Sept. 8, by the end of their permitted season. 2004; 70 FR 54174, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 51160, 9. You may begin scouting hunting areas Aug. 29, 2008; 74 FR 45690, Sept. 3, 2009; 74 FR on Sundays only beginning 1 month prior to 50737, Oct. 1, 2009; 76 FR 3976, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 the opening day of your permitted season. FR 56075, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56045, Sept. 11, We require possession of refuge permits (Mi- 2012; 79 FR 14829, Mar. 17, 2014] gratory Bird Hunt Application, FWS Form 3– 2357) while scouting. § 32.40 Massachusetts. 10. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 11⁄2 The following refuge units have been hours before legal hunting hours, and they 1 opened for hunting and/or fishing, and must leave the refuge no later than 1 ⁄2 hours after legal sunset. are listed in alphabetical order with 11. For seasons wherein State regulations applicable refuge-specific regulations. allow use of dogs, we allow no more than two dogs per hunting party. We prohibit the ASSABET RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE training of dogs on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 12. One nonhunting companion may accom- hunting of woodcock on designated portions pany each permitted hunter. We prohibit of the refuge in accordance with State regu- nonhunting companions from hunting, but lations subject to the following conditions: they may assist in other means. All compan- 1. We allow woodcock hunting within the ions must carry identification and stay close portions of the refuge located north of Hud- enough to the hunter to speak to them with- son Road, except those areas north of Hudson out raising their voice. Road that are designated as ‘‘archery only’’ 13. We prohibit construction or use of any hunting on the current refuge hunting map. permanent structure while hunting on the These archery only hunting areas north of refuge. Hunters must remove all temporary Hudson Road are those portions of the refuge blinds each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this that are external to Patrol Road from its chapter). southerly intersection with White Pond B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Road, northwesterly and then easterly, to its of upland game on designated areas of the intersection with Old Marlborough Road. refuge in accordance with State regulations 2. We require a Migratory Bird Hunt Appli- subject to the following conditions: cation (FWS Form 3–2357). We limit the num- 1. We allow shotgun hunting for ruffed ber of migratory game bird hunters allowed grouse, cottontail rabbit, and gray squirrel to hunt on the refuge. If the number of appli- within those portions of the refuge located cations received is greater than the number north of Hudson Road, except those areas of permits available, we will issue permits by north of Hudson Road designated as ‘‘archery random selection. only’’ hunting on the current refuge hunting 3. You must possess and carry all applica- map. These archery only hunting areas north ble hunting licenses, permits, stamps, and a of Hudson Road are those portions of the ref- photographic identification while hunting on uge that are external to Patrol Road from its the refuge. southern intersection with White Pond Road,

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northwest and then east, to its intersection 7. You may use decoys to hunt turkey. with Old Marlborough Road. 8. We prohibit driving deer by any means 2. We require a Big/Upland Game Hunt Ap- on the refuge. plication (FWS Form 3–2356). We limit the 9. We prohibit construction or use of per- number of upland game hunters allowed to manent structures while hunting. We pro- hunt on the refuge. If the number of applica- hibit driving a nail, spike, screw, or other tions received is greater than the number of metal object into any tree or hunting from permits available, we will issue permits by any tree into which a nail, spike, screw, or random selection. other object has been driven (see § 32.2(i)). 3. Conditions A3, A4, A6 through A13 apply. 10. You may use temporary tree stands 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic and/or ground blinds while engaged in hunt- shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). ing deer during the applicable archery, shot- 5. During seasons when it is legal to hunt gun, or muzzleloader deer seasons or while deer with a shotgun or muzzleloader, we re- hunting turkey. We allow hunters to keep quire all hunters, including archers and one tree stand or ground blind on each refuge small game hunters, to wear a minimum of during the permitted season. Hunters must 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of solid-orange mark ground blinds with the hunter’s permit clothing or material in a conspicuous man- number. Hunters must mark tree stands with ner on their chest, back, and head. During the hunter’s permit number in such a fashion all other times, if you are hunting ruffed that all numbers are visible from the ground. grouse, squirrel, or cottontail rabbit on the Hunters must remove all temporary tree refuge, you must wear a minimum of a solid- stands and ground blinds by the 15th day orange hat. after the end of the hunter’s permitted sea- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of son. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing in areas of the refuge in accordance with State Puffer Pond in accordance with State regula- regulations subject to the following conditions subject to the following conditions: tions: 1. We allow fishing from nonmotorized ca- 1. We allow shotgun and muzzleloader noes and car-top boats, as well as from des- hunting of white-tailed deer, as well as shot- ignated locations on the banks of Puffer gun hunting of turkey, within the portions of Pond. We prohibit the use of trailers to the refuge located north of Hudson Road, ex- launch or retrieve canoes or boats on the ref- cept those areas north of Hudson Road that uge. are designated as ‘‘archery only’’ hunting on 2. We allow catch and release fishing only. the current refuge hunting map. These arch- 3. We prohibit the use of live bait. ery only hunting areas north of Hudson Road 4. We prohibit lead sinkers. are those portions of the refuge that are ex- 5. We prohibit taking of frogs or turtles on ternal to Patrol Road from its southerly the refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). intersection with White Pond Road, north- 6. We allow fishing on Puffer Pond from westerly and then easterly, to its intersec- legal sunrise to legal sunset. tion with Old Marlborough Road. 7. We prohibit ice fishing on the refuge. 2. We allow archery deer and archery tur- 8. We prohibit open fires anywhere on the key hunting within all portions of the refuge refuge. during the hunting seasons for these species. 3. We require refuge permits. We limit the GREAT MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE numbers of deer and turkey hunters allowed A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow to hunt on the refuge. If the number of appli- hunting of ducks and geese on designated cations to hunt these species received is areas of the refuge in accordance with State greater than the number of permits avail- regulations subject to the following condi- able, we will issue permits by random selections: tion. 1. We require refuge permits (information 4. We require a Big/Upland Game Hunt Ap- taken from OMB-approved form). We limit plication (FWS Form 3–2356). We limit the the number of waterfowl hunters allowed to number of big game hunters allowed to hunt hunt on the refuge. If the number of applica- on the refuge. If the number of applications tions received to hunt waterfowl is greater received is greater than the number of per- than the number of permits available, we mits available, we will issue permits by ran- will issue permits by random selection. dom selection. 2. We will provide waterfowl hunters maps 5. Conditions A3, A4, A6 through A10, and showing the portions of the refuge des- A12 apply. ignated as open. 6. During seasons when it is legal to hunt 3. You must possess and carry all applica- deer with a shotgun or muzzleloader, we re- ble hunting licenses, permits, stamps, and a quire all hunters, including archers, to wear photographic identification while hunting on a minimum of 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of the refuge. solid-orange clothing or material in a con- 4. We prohibit construction or use of any spicuous manner on their chest, back, and permanent structure while hunting on the head. refuge. You must remove all temporary

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blinds each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this archery, shotgun, and muzzleloader seasons chapter). established by the State. 5. We prohibit use of motorized vehicles on 3. We require refuge permits (information the refuge. The refuge will provide des- taken from OMB-approved forms). We limit ignated parking areas for hunters. Hunters the number of deer hunters allowed to hunt must display parking permits (information on the refuge. If the number of applications taken from OMB-approved forms) on the received to hunt deer on the refuge is greater dashboard when parked in designated refuge than the number of permits available, we parking areas. will issue permits by random selection. 6. Except while hunting waterfowl from a 4. Conditions A3, A5, A7 through A11, and blind or from a boat, you must wear a min- A13 apply. 2 imum of 500 square inches (3,250 cm ) of 5. During seasons when it is legal to hunt solid-orange clothing or material in a con- deer with a shotgun or muzzleloader, we re- spicuous manner on your chest, back, and quire all hunters, including archers, to wear head during any season when it is legal to a minimum of 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of hunt deer with a shotgun or muzzleloader. solid-orange clothing or material in a con- 7. We prohibit the use of electronic calls spicuous manner on their chest, back, and during any hunting season. head. 8. We prohibit trimming or cutting of branches larger than the diameter of a quar- 6. We prohibit the use of decoys to hunt ter (see § 27.61 of this chapter). deer on the refuge. 9. We prohibit marking any tree or other 7. We prohibit driving deer by any means refuge feature with flagging, paint, or any on the refuge. other substance. Hunters may use reflective 8. We prohibit construction or use of per- tacks which they must remove by the end of manent structures while hunting. We pro- the hunter’s permitted season (see § 27.93 of hibit driving nails, spikes, screws, or other this chapter). metal object into any tree or hunting from 10. You may begin scouting hunting areas any tree in which a nail, spike, screw, or on Sundays only beginning 1 month prior to other object has been driven (see § 32.2(i)). the opening day of your permitted season. 9. You may use temporary tree stands and/ We require possession of refuge permits (in- or ground blinds while engaged in hunting formation taken from OMB-approved forms) deer during the applicable archery season. while scouting. We prohibit the use of dogs We allow hunters to keep one tree stand or during scouting. ground blind on each refuge during the per- 11. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 11⁄2 mitted season. Hunters must mark ground hours before legal hunting hours, and they blinds with their permit number. Hunters must leave the refuge no later than 11⁄2 hours must mark tree stands with their permit after legal sunset. number in such a fashion that all numbers 12. We allow no more than two dogs per are visible from the ground. Hunters must hunting party. We prohibit the training of remove all temporary tree stands and ground dogs on the refuge. blinds by the 15th day after the end of the 13. We allow one nonhunting companion to permitted deer season (see § 27.93 of this accompany each permitted hunter. We pro- chapter). hibit nonhunting companions from hunting, D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing in but they can assist in other means. All com- designated areas of the refuge in accordance panions must carry identification and stay with State regulations subject to the fol- close enough to the hunter to speak to them lowing condition: We allow fishing along the without raising their voice. main channels of the Concord and Sudbury B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Rivers and from designated banks of Heard C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery Pond. We limit access to Heard Pond to foot hunting of whitetail deer on designated areas traffic only. of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: MONOMOY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. We allow archery hunting of whitetail deer within the portions of the Concord Unit A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] of the refuge that are located north of Mas- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] sachusetts Route 225. We also allow archery C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunting of whitetail deer within the portions D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- of the Sudbury Unit of the refuge that are lo- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance cated north of Stonebridge Road in Wayland, with State regulations subject to the fol- Massachusetts and south of Lincoln Road/ lowing conditions: Sherman’s Bridge Road on the Sudbury and 1. We allow fishing on the portions of the Wayland Town Line. Monomoy Islands that we do not post as 2. We prohibit the use of firearms for hunt- closed to public use from legal sunrise to ing deer on the refuge. However, you may legal sunset. archery hunt in the portions of the refuge 2. We allow surf fishing from the Morris Is- that are open for deer hunting during the land shore 24 hours a day.

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NANTUCKET NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 7. With the exception of waterfowl hunters hunting within a blind or from a boat, during A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] any season when it is legal to hunt deer with B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] a shotgun or muzzleloader, we require all C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunters to wear a minimum of 500 square D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- inches (3,250 cm2) of solid-orange clothing or cordance with State regulations subject to material in a conspicuous manner on their the following conditions: chest, back, and head. During all other 1. We close the western refuge shoreline times, if you are engaged in woodcock hunt- and beach area to surf fishing during the pe- ing on the refuge, you must wear a minimum riod of April 15 through July 31 annually, of a solid-orange hat. and you may not operate a vehicle on the 8. We prohibit the use of electronic calls west-facing beach and shoreline (see § 27.31 of during any hunting season. this chapter). We only allow surf fishing on 9. We prohibit trimming or cutting of the northeast-facing shoreline during this branches larger than the diameter of a quar- period of time. ter (see § 27.51 of this chapter). 2. We may close the northeast-facing 10. We prohibit marking any tree or other shoreline and beach if piping plover nesting refuge feature with flagging, paint, or any is occurring in this portion of the refuge. other substance. Hunters may use reflective 3. We require a permit for the use of over- tacks and must remove them by the end of the-sand, surf-fishing vehicles. the hunter’s permitted season (see § 27.93 of 4. If we do not otherwise close an area be- this chapter). cause of these conditions, we allow fishing 24 11. You may begin scouting hunting areas hours a day. on Sundays only beginning 1 month prior to the opening day of your permitted season. OXBOW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE We require possession of refuge permits A. Hunting of Migratory Game Birds. We while scouting. We prohibit the use of dogs allow hunting of waterfowl, woodcock, and during scouting. common snipe on designated areas of the ref- 12. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 11⁄2 uge in accordance with State regulations hours before legal hunting hours, and they subject to the following conditions: must leave the refuge no later than 11⁄2 hours 1. We allow waterfowl and common snipe after legal sunset. hunting within the portions of the refuge lo- 13. For seasons wherein State regulations cated south of Massachusetts Route 2 and allow use of dogs, we allow no more than two west of the B&M railroad tracks. dogs per hunting party. We prohibit the 2. We allow woodcock hunting within the training of dogs on the refuge. portions of the refuge south of Massachu- 14. One nonhunting companion may accom- setts Route 2 and west of the B&M railroad pany each permitted hunter. We prohibit tracks; north of Massachusetts Route 2 and nonhunting companions from hunting, but south of Hospital Road; as well as within the they can assist in other means. All compan- portions of the refuge along the westerly side ions must carry identification and stay close of the Nashua River located north of the enough to the hunter to speak to them with- commuter rail tracks in Shirley, Massachu- out raising their voice. setts. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 3. We require refuge permits (information game hunting on designated areas of the ref- taken from OMB-approved forms). We limit uge in accordance with State regulations the number of waterfowl hunters allowed to subject to the following conditions: hunt on the refuge. If the number of applica- 1. We allow shotgun hunting of ruffed tions received to hunt waterfowl is greater grouse, cottontail rabbit, and gray squirrels than the number of permits available, we within the areas of the refuge located south will issue permits by random selection. of Massachusetts Route 2 and west of the 4. You must possess and carry all applica- B&M railroad tracks; north of Massachusetts ble hunting licenses, permits, stamps, and a Route 2 and south of Hospital Road; and, photographic identification while hunting on within the portions of the refuge along the the refuge. westerly side of the Nashua River located 5. We prohibit construction or use of any north of the commuter rail tracks in Shir- permanent structure while hunting on the ley, Massachusetts, subject to the following refuge. You must remove all temporary conditions: blinds each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this 2. We require a Big/Upland Game Hunt Ap- chapter). plication (FWS Form 3–2356). We limit the 6. We prohibit use of motorized vehicles on number of upland game hunters allowed to the refuge. The refuge will provide des- hunt on the refuge. If the number of applica- ignated parking areas for hunters. Hunters tions received to hunt upland game is great- must display issued hunter parking permits er than the number of permits available, we (information taken from OMB-approved will issue permits by random selection. forms) on the dashboard when parked in des- 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic ignated refuge parking areas. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)).

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4. Conditions A4 through A6 and A8 not drive nails, spikes, screws or other metal through A14 apply. object into any tree or hunt from any tree in 5. With the exception of waterfowl hunters which a nail, spike, screw or other object has hunting within a blind or from a boat, during been driven (see § 32.2(i)). seasons when it is legal to hunt deer with a 10. You may use temporary tree stands shotgun or muzzleloader, we require all and/or ground blinds while engaged in hunt- hunters, including archers and small game ing deer during the applicable archery, shot- hunters, to wear a minimum of 500 square gun, or muzzleloader deer seasons or while 2 inches (3,250 cm ) of solid-orange clothing or hunting turkey. We allow hunters to keep material in a conspicuous manner on their one tree stand or ground blind on each refuge chest, back, and head. During all other during the permitted season. Hunters must times, if you are engaged in ruffed grouse, mark ground blinds with their permit num- squirrel, or cottontail rabbit hunting on the ber. Hunters must mark tree stands with refuge, you must wear a minimum of a solid- their permit number in such a fashion that orange hat. all numbers are visible from the ground. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Hunters must remove all temporary tree white-tailed deer and turkey on designated stands and ground blinds by the 15th day areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- after the end of the permitted season. tions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing 1. We allow shotgun, archery, and muzzle- along the Nashua River in accordance with loader hunting of white-tailed deer, as well State regulations. as shotgun and archery hunting of turkey, within the portions of the refuge located PARKER RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE south of Massachusetts Route 2 and west of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of the B&M railroad tracks. waterfowl and coots is permitted on des- 2. We allow archery deer and archery tur- ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- key hunting within the portions of the ref- lowing conditions: uge located south of Massachusetts Route 2 1. Hunters may not use or possess more and east of the B&M railroad tracks, as well than 25 shells per day. as within the portions of the refuge along the easterly side of the Nashua River located B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] north of the commuter rail tracks in Ayer, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Massachusetts. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 3. We allow archery deer hunting as well as Plum Island portion of the refuge in accord- shotgun and archery turkey hunting within ance with State hunting regulations. You the portions of the refuge located north of may hunt deer on designated day(s) during Massachusetts Route 2 and south of Hospital the regular State shotgun season subject to Road; and, within the portions of the refuge the following conditions: along the westerly side of the Nashua River 1. All hunters, regardless of age, must pos- located north of the commuter rail tracks in sess and carry a refuge permit (Quota Deer Shirley, MA. Hunt Application, FWS Form 3–2354). This is 4. We require refuge permits (information a quota hunt, and we will randomly select a taken from OMB-approved form). We limit limited number of hunters from those that the number of deer and turkey hunters al- apply. You may apply by mail from Sep- lowed to hunt on the refuge. If the number of tember 1 until October 1. applications received to hunt those species is 2. If selected from the random drawing, greater than the number of permits avail- you must attend a refuge-specific hunter ori- able, we will issue permits by random selec- entation session prior to the hunt. We will tion. charge a fee of participating hunters. 5. Conditions A4, A6, A8 through A12, and 3. We only allow shotguns (slugs only) and A14 apply. shoulder-fired muzzleloaders (single projec- 6. With the exception of waterfowl hunters tile only) for our deer hunt. hunting within a blind or from a boat, during 4. We prohibit discharge of a firearm on or seasons when it is legal to hunt deer with a across the refuge road. You must unload shotgun or muzzleloader, we require all hunting weapons when walking upon the ref- hunters, including archers, to wear a min- uge road. imum of 500 square inches (3,250 cm2) of 5. You must check-in and out at the refuge solid-orange clothing or material in a conspicuous manner on their chest, back, and entrance gatehouse. head. 6. We prohibit alcoholic beverages (See 7. Hunters may only use decoys to hunt § 32.2(j)). turkey. 7. We prohibit hunting from the North Pool 8. We prohibit driving deer by any means or Stage Island Observation towers. on the refuge. 8. We prohibit loaded hunting firearms (see 9. We prohibit construction or use of per- § 27.42 of this chapter) on or within 150 feet manent structures while hunting. You may (45 m) of the refuge road.

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9. You must bring all deer to the refuge iv. We will issue persons wishing access to deer check station located at our Head- the refuge beach with ORVs a separate Fish- quarters on the Plum Island Turnpike in ing/Shrimping/Crabbing Application (FWS Newburyport, Massachusetts. Form 3–2358), generally valid between Sep- 10. We will only allow permitted refuge tember 1 and October 31 of the same year. hunters or those individuals hunting at Those persons are subject to additional list- Sandy Point State Reservation at the south- ed permit conditions. We may restrict ORV ern end of Plum Island access to the refuge use due to beach, weather, tide, and other or Sandy Point on the day(s) of the deer conditions. hunt. 11. We prohibit vehicular travel (emer- SILVIO O. CONTE NATIONAL FISH AND 1 gency excepted) on refuge roads from ⁄2 hour WILDLIFE REFUGE before legal sunrise until 8:30 a.m. Refuge and Sandy Point State Reservation hunters A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Re- may enter or reenter the refuge until 2:30 served] p.m. during the refuge deer hunt. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 12. Parking regulations are subject to change and will be determined based on the C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] number of permitted hunters and available D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] hunt areas. We will provide this information [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 in detail to all permitted hunters attending FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6693, Feb. 11, the required hunter-orientation session. 1994; 59 FR 55186, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62043, D. Sport Fishing. We allow saltwater fishing Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46396, Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 46917, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30785, May 12, 2000; ance with State regulations subject to the 65 FR 56404, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46358, Sept. following conditions: 4, 2001; 69 FR 54362, 54415, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 1. We allow saltwater fishing on the ocean 54176, Sept. 13, 2005; 76 FR 56076, Sept. 9, 2011; beach and the surrounding waters of the 77 FR 56045, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14830, Mar. Broad Sound with the following conditions: 17, 2014] i. We prohibit fishing during closures. ii. Anglers are subject to State licensing requirements and catch limits. § 32.41 Michigan. iii. We allow persons using refuge fishing The following refuge units have been areas access from legal sunrise to legal sun- opened for hunting and/or fishing, and set without a refuge permit. They are, how- are listed in alphabetical order with ever, subject to entrance fee requirements. applicable refuge-specific regulations. iv. Nelson Island is open to fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset, except during DETROIT RIVER INTERNATIONAL WILDLIFE waterfowl seasons, or other closures. We REFUGE limit access to the trail, and fishing within 100 feet (30 m) on either side of the trail at A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow the shoreline of Broad Sound. hunting of duck, goose, rail, gallinule, coot, v. The south-facing shoreline of Stage Is- woodcock, and snipe on designated areas of land is open to fishing when accessed from the refuge in accordance with State regula- the shore from Sandy Point State Reserva- tions subject to the following conditions: tion. We allow access from the Sandy Point 1. We prohibit cutting of woody vegetation State Reservation, along the shoreline below (see § 27.51 of this chapter) on the refuge for mean high tide, to a point 250 feet (73 m) be- blinds. yond the terminus, or most western point, of 2. All blinds must be portable; and you the Stage Island peninsula known as Ipswich must remove all of your blinds, boats, and Bluff. decoys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the 2. We require a Fishing Application (Fish- refuge each day. ing/Shrimping/Crabbing Application, FWS 3. We prohibit the construction or use of Form 3–2358) and application fee, as well as permanent blinds, stands, platforms, or scaf- an entrance fee for night fishing and for the folds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). use of over-the-sand, surf-fishing vehicles 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic (ORVs) with the following conditions: shot (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field. i. We prohibit fishing in closed areas. 5. We allow refuge access from 11⁄2 hours ii. Anglers must enter the refuge through prior to legal sunrise until 1 hour after legal the entrance gate and arrive prior to legal sunset. sunset. 6. We prohibit the use of paint, flagging, iii. We generally allow fishing after legal reflectors, tacks, or other human-made ma- sunset with a permit (vehicle sticker issued terials to mark trails or hunting locations by the refuge office) sometime in mid-July (see § 27.93 of this chapter). until October 31 of the same year. Those per- 7. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- sons are subject to additional listed environ- vided the dog is under the immediate control mental and/or emergency conditions. of the hunter at all times.

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8. You must park all vehicles in designated However, we strictly enforce State rules on parking areas. tree stands. 9. We prohibit camping. 8. The Fix Unit is closed to firearm deer 10. We allow hunting of waterfowl only on hunting. We allow only archery deer hunting the Plum Creek Bay Unit of the refuge in ac- in the Fix Unit. cordance with State regulations subject to D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] the following conditions: i. Conditions A1 through A7 and A9 apply. HARBOR ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ii. Access to this unit is by boat only. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 11. We allow hunting of waterfowl only on B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] the Brancheau Unit of the refuge in accord- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ance with State regulations subject to the white-tailed deer and black bear in accord- following conditions: ance with State regulations. i. You must obtain permits for this unit by D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] entering the Michigan Department of Nat- ural Resources daily drawing at the Point KIRTLAND’S WARBLER WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT Mouilee State Game Area. AREA ii. You must possess a valid permit for the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting is date you are hunting in the Brancheau Unit. pursuant to State regulation. iii. Conditions A1, A2, A4, and A6 through B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting is pursu- A9 apply. ant to State regulation. iv. You must remain with 75 feet (22.5 m) of C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting is pursuant your assigned blind or numbered post. We to State regulation. allow an exception for unarmed (hunting D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] weapons) retrieval of waterfowl. v. We prohibit boats. You may access all MICHIGAN WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT blinds or areas by walking. vi. You may possess a maximum of 18 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow shells per hunter containing only approved hunting of migratory game birds throughout nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). the district in accordance with State regula- vii. We prohibit shot size larger than BBB. tions subject to the following conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats, of pheasant, squirrel, rabbit, fox, raccoon, motorized vehicles, ATVs, horses, and bicy- and coyote on designated areas of the refuge cles except in designated parking areas. in accordance with State regulations subject 2. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, to the following conditions: blinds, and blind materials at the end of each 1. Conditions A1, A3, and A5 through A9 day. apply. 3. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic vided the dog is under the immediate control shot (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field with the of the hunter at all times during the State- following exception: while hunting fox, coy- approved hunting season. ote, and raccoon in units where we allow it, 4. We prohibit camping. hunters may use single-projectile shot such B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting as bullets, slugs, or muzzleloader bullets con- of upland game in accordance with State reg- taining lead. We prohibit the use of buckshot ulations subject to the following conditions: for any hunting on the refuge. Conditions A1, A3, and A4 apply. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting deer and turkey on designated areas of the of big game throughout the district in ac- refuge in accordance with State regulations cordance with State regulations subject to subject to the following conditions: the following conditions: Conditions A1 and 1. Conditions A1 through A3, A5, A6, A8, A4 apply. and A9 apply. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing through- 2. We prohibit the distribution of bait or out the district in accordance with State hunting with the aid of bait, salt, minerals, regulations subject to the following condi- or other ingestible attractant (see § 32.2(h)). tions: Conditions A1 and A4 apply. 3. We allow only single-projectile shells for SENEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE firearm deer hunting. We prohibit the use of buckshot for any hunting on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. For turkey hunting, you must possess hunting of woodcock and snipe on designated only approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) areas of the refuge in accordance with State while in the field. regulations subject to the following condi- 5. We allow only portable tree stands for tions: deer hunting. 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- 6. We allow only one tree stand per hunter proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see per refuge unit. § 32.2(k)). 7. We do not require hunters to remove 2. We prohibit the use of ATVs and snow- tree stands at the end of each day’s hunt. mobiles.

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3. We prohibit baiting and the possession of 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- bait while on the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). mit. 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 2. Hunters must wear in a visible manner vided the dog is under the immediate control on head, chest, and back a minimum of 400 of the hunter at all times during the State- square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this hunter orange clothing or material. chapter). 3. We require that you must display a min- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting imum of 100 square inches (650 cm2) solid-col- of ruffed grouse and snowshoe hare on des- ored, hunter-orange material on the external ignated areas of the refuge in accordance surface of portable blinds. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. During muzzleloader hunts we require lowing conditions: only guns capable of firing one round before 1. We allow hunting of snowshoe hare on reloading. Unit B during the entire State season. 5. We allow hunters with a State medical 2. We only allow hunting of snowshoe hare permit to use crossbows. on Unit A from December 1 through March D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 31. designated areas in accordance with State 3. Conditions A1 through A4 apply. regulations subject to the following condi- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting tions: of deer and bear on designated areas of the 1. We allow fishing by boat in navigable refuge in accordance with State regulations waterways but not within any managed ref- subject to the following conditions: uge units. 1. Conditions A2 and A3 apply. 2. We allow bank fishing from legal sunrise 2. We prohibit the use of dogs while deer or to legal sunset only at designated sites along bear hunting. the Spaulding Drain and the Tittabawassee D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- and Cass Rivers. ignated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions: [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 1. We prohibit the use of fishing weights or FR 6693, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55186, Nov. 3, lures containing lead. 1994; 67 FR 58946, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 2. We allow ice fishing from January 1 54415, Sept. 8, 2004; 76 FR 3979, Jan. 21, 2011; through the end of February. 77 FR 56046, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14830, Mar. 3. Anglers must remove ice fishing shelters 17, 2014] and all other personal property from the refuge each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). § 32.42 Minnesota. 4. Condition A2 applies. The following refuge units have been 5. We allow fishing on designated refuge pools and the Creighton, Driggs, and opened for hunting and/or fishing, and Manistique Rivers from May 15 through Sep- are listed in alphabetical order with tember 30. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 6. We prohibit boats and flotation devices on the refuge pools. AGASSIZ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 7. We prohibit motorized boats on the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Creighton and Driggs Rivers. hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of 8. We allow fishing only during daylight the refuge in accordance with State regula- hours. tions and subject to the following conditions: 1. We allow a youth hunt only in des- SHIAWASSEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ignated areas in accordance with State regu- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow lations. hunting of goose on designated areas in ac- 2. The refuge is closed from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 cordance with State regulations subject to a.m. the following conditions: 3. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- 4. We prohibit the construction or use of mit. permanent blinds (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 2. We allow goose hunting on designated 5. You must remove all personal property, cropland fields until 12 p.m. (noon) with a re- which includes stands, boats, decoys, and quired checkout time of 1 p.m. blinds brought onto the refuge, each day of 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic hunting (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). shotgun shells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 6. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 10 or less. vided the dog is under the immediate control 4. We require hunters to stay within 50 feet of the hunter at all times. (15 m) of posted site. 7. We prohibit the use of snowmobiles and B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ATVs. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 8. We prohibit camping. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 9. We allow the public onto the refuge the refuge in accordance with State regulations day prior to the opening of the season for subject to the following conditions: scouting purposes.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. We prohibit the use of dogs for hunting of ruffed grouse and sharp-tailed grouse on furbearers. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 4. You may only hunt fox, raccoon, and with State regulations subject to the fol- striped skunk from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- lowing conditions: rise until legal sunset from September 1 1. We allow hunting from the opening of through the last day of February. the State’s deer firearms season to the close 5. We allow nonmotorized boats and boats of the regular State’s ruffed grouse and using electric motors only in the Minnesota sharp-tailed grouse seasons. River channel. We prohibit boats on all other 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic refuge waters. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 6. We prohibit camping. 3. We prohibit hunting in the closed areas C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of around the administrative buildings. deer and turkey on designated areas in ac- 4. Conditions A2 through A8 apply. cordance with State regulations subject to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the following conditions: white-tailed deer and moose on designated 1. We allow the use of temporary stands, areas of the refuge in accordance with State blinds, platforms, or ladders. Hunters may regulations subject to the following condi- construct blinds using manmade materials tions: only. We prohibit hunters bringing plants or 1. We are currently closed to moose hunt- their parts onto the refuge. ing. 2. We prohibit the construction or use of 2. Conditions A2 through A5, A7, A8 and A9 permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see apply. § 27.92 of this chapter). 3. We open archery hunting at the start of 3. You must remove all stands, temporary the State’s deer firearms season and close blinds, platforms, ladders, materials brought according to the State’s archery deer season. onto the refuge, and other personal property 4. We allow muzzleloader deer hunting fol- from the refuge at the end of each day’s hunt lowing the State’s muzzleloader season. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 5. Hunters may use portable stands. We 4. Turkey hunters may possess only ap- prohibit construction or use of permanent proved nontoxic shot while in the field. blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent 5. Conditions B5 and B6 apply. ladders. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 6. We prohibit hunters from occupying ille- designated areas of the refuge in accordance gally set up or constructed ground and tree with State regulations subject to the fol- stands (see conditions A5 and C5). lowing conditions: 7. We allow the use of wheeled, non- 1. Conditions B5 and B6 apply. motorized conveyance devices (e.g., bikes, 2. You must remove all ice fishing struc- retrieval carts) except in Wilderness Areas. tures, devices, and personal property from 8. Shooting on, from, over, across, or with- the refuge following each day’s fishing activ- in 30 feet of a road edge open to public vehi- ity (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). cle transportation at a big game animal or a 3. We allow only bank fishing on all refuge decoy of a big game animal is prohibited. pools and open marshes. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] BIG STONE WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT BIG STONE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We pro- hunting of migratory game birds throughout hibit the hunting of migratory game birds. the district in accordance with State regula- We allow the unarmed retrieval of waterfowl, tions subject to the following conditions: legally taken outside the refuge, up to 100 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. yards (90 m) inside the refuge boundary. 2. We prohibit the construction or use of B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds. of ring-necked pheasant, Hungarian par- 3. You must remove all personal property, tridge, rabbit (cottontail and jack), squirrel which includes boats, decoys, and blinds (fox and gray), raccoon, fox (red and gray), brought onto the WPA each day (see §§ 27.93 and striped skunk on designated areas of the and 27.94 of this chapter). refuge in accordance with State regulations 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- subject to the following conditions: vided the dog is under the immediate control 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- of the hunter at all times during the State- proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this § 32.2(k)). chapter). 2. We allow the use of hunting dogs for up- 5. We prohibit camping. land game bird hunting only, provided the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland dog is under the immediate control of the game hunting throughout the district in ac- hunter at all times during the State-ap- cordance with State regulations and subject proved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this to the following conditions: chapter). 1. Conditions A3 through A5 apply.

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2. You may only use or possess approved DETROIT LAKES WETLAND MANAGEMENT nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- DISTRICT cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- We allow key (see § 32.2(k)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. hunting of migratory game birds throughout C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game the district in accordance with State regula- hunting throughout the district in accord- tions, except that we prohibit hunting on the ance with State regulations subject to the Headquarters Waterfowl Production Area following conditions: (WPA) in Becker County, the Hitterdal WPA 1. Hunters may use portable stands. Hunt- in Clay County, and the McIntosh WPA in ers may not construct or use permanent Polk County. The following conditions blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent apply: ladders. 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. 2. You must remove all stands and personal 2. We prohibit the construction or use of property from the WPAs each day (see §§ 27.93 permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see and 27.94 of this chapter). §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 3. We prohibit hunters occupying ground 3. You must remove all personal property, and tree stands that are illegally set up or which includes boats, decoys, and blinds constructed. brought onto the WPAs each day (see §§ 27.93 4. Condition A5 applies. and 27.94 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing through- 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- out the district in accordance with State vided the dog is under the immediate control regulations subject to the following condi- of the hunter at all times during the State- tions: approved hunting season. 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. 5. We prohibit camping. 2. You must remove all ice fishing shelters B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland and all other personal property from the game hunting in accordance with State regu- WPAs each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). lations throughout the district (except that 3. Condition A5 applies. we allow no hunting on the refuge headquarters Waterfowl Production Area [WPA] CRANE MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE in Becker County, the Hitterdal WPA in Clay A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] County, and the McIntosh WPA in Polk County) and subject to the following condi- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] tions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 1. Conditions A3 through A5 apply. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State 2. You may only use or possess approved regulations subject to the following condi- nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- tions: cluding shot shells used for hunting wild turkey (see § 32.2(k)). 1. We only allow an archery deer hunt for C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game youth hunters and a firearm deer hunt for hunting in accordance with State regula- persons with disabilities by special use per- tions throughout the district, except that we mit (FWS Form 3–1383–G). prohibit hunting on the Headquarters Water- 2. We only allow a turkey hunt for youth fowl Production Area (WPA) in Becker Coun- hunters and persons with disabilities by spe- ty, the Hitterdal WPA in Clay County, and cial use permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G). the McIntosh WPA in Polk County. The fol- 3. We prohibit the construction or use of lowing conditions apply: permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders (see 1. Hunters may use portable stands. Hunt- § 27.93 of this chapter). ers may not construct or use permanent 4. Hunters must remove all stands from the blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent refuge at the end of each day’s hunt. ladders. 5. Hunters must dismantle hunting blinds, 2. You must remove all stands and personal platforms, and ladders made from natural property from the WPAs each day (see §§ 27.93 vegetation at the end of each day. and 27.94 of this chapter). 6. We prohibit the possession of hunting 3. We prohibit hunters occupying ground firearms or archery equipment on areas and tree stands that are illegally set up or closed to white-tailed deer or turkey hunt- constructed. ing. 4. Condition A5 applies. 7. We prohibit deer pushes or deer drives in D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- the areas closed to deer hunting. cordance with State regulations throughout 8. We prohibit entry to hunting areas ear- the district subject to the following condi- lier than 2 hours before legal shooting hours. tions: 9. We prohibit camping. 1. You must remove all ice fishing shelters 10. Turkey hunters may possess only ap- and all other personal property from the proved nontoxic shot while in the field. WPAs each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 2. Condition A5 applies.

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FERGUS FALLS WETLAND MANAGEMENT ance with State regulations subject to the DISTRICT following conditions: 1. Conditions A1 and A6 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. You must remove all ice fishing struc- hunting of migratory game birds throughout tures, devices, and personal property (see the district (except that we allow no hunting § 27.93 of this chapter) brought onto the area on the Townsend, Mavis, and Gilmore Water- following each day of fishing. fowl Production Areas [WPA] and the building and administrative area of Knollwood GLACIAL RIDGE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE WPA in Otter Tail County, and Larson WPA in Douglas County) in accordance with State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow regulations subject to the following condi- hunting of goose, duck, coot, woodcock, tions: snipe, rail, and mourning dove on designated 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 2. You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, regulations subject to the following condi- and blind materials (see § 27.93 of this chap- tions: ter) brought onto the WPAs at the end of 1. We prohibit all types of watercraft. each day’s hunt. 2. We restrict vehicles to designated park- 3. During the State-approved hunting sea- ing lots (see § 27.31 of this chapter). son, we allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting vided the dog is under the immediate control of prairie chicken and sharp-tailed grouse on of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of designated areas of the refuge in accordance this chapter). with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. We prohibit the construction or use of lowing conditions: permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see 1. Only those hunters selected by the Min- §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). nesota Department of Natural Resources to 5. We prohibit hunters occupying ground hunt prairie chicken may hunt sharp-tailed and tree stands that are illegally set up or grouse. constructed. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 6. We prohibit camping. shot while in the field, including shot used B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland for hunting wild turkey (see § 32.2(k)). game hunting throughout the district (ex- 3. Condition A2 applies. cept that we prohibit hunting on the Town- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of send, Mavis, Gilmore, and designated por- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the tions of Knollwood Waterfowl Production refuge in accordance with State regulations Areas (WPAs) in Otter Tail County, and Lar- subject to the following conditions: son WPA in Douglas County) in accordance 1. You must remove all stands from the with State regulations and subject to the fol- refuge at the end of each day’s hunt. lowing conditions: 2. Condition A2 applies. 1. Conditions A2, A3, and A6 apply. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 2. You may only use or possess approved HAMDEN SLOUGH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE nontoxic shot shells while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting wild tur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow key (see § 32.2(k)). hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game the refuge in accordance with State regula- hunting throughout the district (except that tions subject to the following conditions: we prohibit hunting on the Townsend, Mavis, 1. We only allow waterfowl hunting during and Gilmore Waterfowl Production Areas the State’s Youth Waterfowl Day. [WPA] and the building and administrative 2. Youth waterfowl hunters must be age 15 area of Knollwood WPA in Otter Tail Coun- and under. ty, and Larson WPA in Douglas County) in 3. We will only allow waterfowl hunting in accordance with State regulations subject to refuge tracts within Audubon and Riceville the following conditions: Townships. 1. We prohibit the construction or use of 4. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders. 5. We prohibit the construction or use of 2. You must remove all portable hunting permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds. stands and blinds from the area at the end of 6. You must remove all personal property, each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). which includes boats, decoys, blinds, and 3. Condition A6 applies. blind materials (except for blinds made en- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing tirely of marsh vegetation) brought onto the throughout the district (except that we pro- refuge, following that day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 hibit fishing on the Townsend, Mavis, and and 27.94 of this chapter). Gilmore Waterfowl Production Areas [WPA] 7. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- and the building and administrative area of vided the dog is under the immediate control Knollwood WPA in Otter Tail County, and of the hunter at all times during the State- Larson WPA in Douglas County) in accord- approved hunting season.

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8. We prohibit entry to hunting areas ear- 2. You must remove all temporary blinds, lier than 2 hours before legal shooting hours. stands, or platforms following each day’s B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunt. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. Condition A5 applies. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing refuge in accordance with State regulations throughout the district in accordance with subject to the following conditions: State regulations subject to the following 1. We only allow hunting during the conditions: State’s muzzleloader season with 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. muzzleloaders. 2. You must remove all ice fishing struc- 2. Hunters may use portable stands. We tures, devices, and personal property (see prohibit construction or use of permanent § 27.93 of this chapter) brought onto the area at the end of the day. blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent 3. Condition A5 applies. ladders. 3. Hunters must remove all stands and per- MINNESOTA VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE sonal property from the refuge at the end of REFUGE each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. Condition A8 applies. the hunting of goose, duck, merganser, moorhen, coot, rail, woodcock, common D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] snipe, and mourning dove on designated LITCHFIELD WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tions: hunting of migratory game birds throughout 1. We require refuge authorization for ref- the district except we prohibit hunting on uge-specific special hunts. that part of the Phare Lake Waterfowl Pro- 2. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. duction Area in Renville County that lies We allow nonmotorized boats in areas open within the Phare Lake State Game Refuge. to waterfowl hunting during the waterfowl All hunting is in accordance with State regu- hunting seasons. lations subject to the following conditions: 3. We prohibit hunting on, from, across, or 1. You must remove boats, decoys, and within 100 feet (30 m) of any service road, other personal property following each day’s parking area, or designated trail. hunt. 4. You must remove all personal property, 2. You must remove portable or temporary which includes boats, decoys, and blinds blinds and any material brought onto the brought onto the refuge each day (see §§ 27.93 area for blind construction following each and 27.94 of this chapter). day’s hunt. 5. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 3. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. vided the dog is under the immediate control of the hunter at all times during the State- 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- approved hunting season. vided the dog is under the immediate control 6. We prohibit entry into the refuge earlier of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of than 2 hours before legal shooting time and this chapter). require hunters to leave the refuge no later 5. We prohibit camping. than 1 hour after legal shooting time. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting game hunting throughout the district (ex- of ruffed grouse, gray partridge, ring-necked cept we prohibit hunting on that part of the pheasant, gray and fox squirrel, snowshoe Phare Lake Waterfowl Production Area in hare, cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit, and wild Renville County) in accordance with State turkey on designated areas of the refuge in regulations and subject to the following con- accordance with State regulations subject to ditions: the following conditions: 1. Conditions A1, A4, and A5 apply. 1. Conditions A1 and A3 through A6 apply. 2. You may only use or possess approved 2. We allow hunters to possess and use nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- small-caliber rimfire rifles, .22 caliber and cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- smaller, on designated areas of the refuge. key (see § 32.2(k)). 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game shotshells while in the field, including hunting throughout the district except we shotshells used for hunting wild turkey (see prohibit hunting on that part of the Phare § 32.2(k)). Lake Waterfowl Production Area in Renville C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of County that lies within the Phare Lake white-tailed deer on designated areas of the State Game Refuge. All hunting is in accord- refuge in accordance with State regulations ance with State regulations subject to the subject to the following conditions: following conditions: 1. Conditions A1, A3, and A6 apply. 1. We do not allow construction or use of 2. Hunters must remove all personal prop- permanent blinds, stands, or platforms. erty, which include portable stands, climbing

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sticks, decoys, and blinds, brought onto the WPAs each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this refuge each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance MORRIS WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT with State regulations subject to the fol- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow lowing conditions: hunting of migratory game birds throughout 1. Only bank fishing is permitted. the district except that we prohibit hunting 2. Ice fishing is permitted when ice condi- on the designated portions of the Edward- tions are safe. Long Lake Waterfowl Production Area 3. Ice fishing shelters must be removed (WPA) in Stevens County in accordance with from the refuge following each day’s fishing State regulations subject to the following activity. conditions: 4. We prohibit the taking of any turtle species by any method on the refuge (see § 27.21 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. of this chapter). 2. You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, and blind materials (see § 27.93 of this chap- MINNESOTA VALLEY WETLAND MANAGEMENT ter) at the end of hunting hours. DISTRICT 3. We allow the use of hunting dogs, provided the dog is under the immediate control A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of the hunter at all times during the State- hunting of migratory game birds throughout the district in accordance with State regula- approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this tions subject to the following conditions: chapter). 1. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. 4. We prohibit camping. 2. We prohibit the construct or use of per- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting manent blinds, stands, or scaffolds. of upland game, except that we prohibit 3. You must remove all personal property, hunting on the designated portions of the which includes boats, decoys, and blinds Edward-Long Lake Waterfowl Production brought onto the WPAs each day (see §§ 27.93 Area in Stevens County, in accordance with and 27.94 of this chapter). State regulations and subject to the fol- 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- lowing conditions: vided the dog is under the immediate control 1. Conditions A2 through A4 apply. of the hunter at all times during the State- 2. You may only use or possess approved approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- chapter). cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- 5. We prohibit camping. key (see § 32.2(k)). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of game hunting throughout the District in ac- deer throughout the district except that we cordance with State regulations subject to prohibit hunting on the designated portions the following conditions: of the Edward-Long Lake Waterfowl Produc- 1. Conditions A4 and A5 apply. tion Area in Stevens County in accordance 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic with State regulations subject to the fol- shot for hunting wild turkey (see § 32.2(k)). lowing conditions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 1. We prohibit the construction or use of hunting throughout the district in accord- permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders. ance with State regulations subject to the 2. You must remove all portable hunting following conditions: stands and blinds each day at the close of 1. Hunters may use portable stands. Hunt- hunting hours (see § 27.93 of this chapter). ers may not construct or use permanent 3. Condition A4 applies. blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing through- ladders. out the district except that we prohibit fish- 2. Hunters may not possess single shot pro- ing on the designated portions of the Ed- jectiles (shotgun slugs or bullets) on the ward-Long Lake Waterfowl Production Area Soberg Waterfowl Production Area. (WPA) in Stevens County in accordance with 3. You must remove all stands and personal State regulations subject to the following property from the WPAs at the end of each conditions: day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 1. Conditions A1 and A4 apply. 4. We prohibit hunters occupying ground and tree stands that are illegally set up or 2. You must remove all ice fishing struc- constructed. tures, devices, and personal property (see 5. Condition A5 applies. § 27.93 of this chapter) brought onto the WPA D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing at the end of each day’s fishing. throughout the district in accordance with NORTHERN TALLGRASS PRAIRIE NATIONAL State regulations subject to the following WILDLIFE REFUGE conditions: 1. Conditions A1 and A5 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. You must remove all ice fishing shelters hunting of duck, goose, merganser, moorhen, and all other personal property from the coot, rail (Virginia and sora only), woodcock,

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common snipe, and mourning dove in accord- RICE LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of woodcock and common snipe on 1. Hunters may possess only approved designated areas in accordance with State nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). regulations subject to the following condi- 2. Hunters may construct temporary blinds tions: using manmade materials only (see § 27.92 of this chapter). We prohibit hunters from 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- bringing plants or their parts onto the ref- proved nontoxic shot while in the field. uge. 2. We require that the visible portion of at 3. We prohibit the construction or use of least one article of clothing worn above the permanent blinds, stands, scaffolds, and lad- waist be blaze orange. ders. 3. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 4. We prohibit hunters from leaving boats, vided the dog is under the immediate control decoys, or other personal property unat- of the hunter at all times during the State- tended at any time (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this this chapter). chapter). 5. Hunters must remove boats, decoys, 4. We prohibit camping. portable or temporary blinds, materials B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting brought onto the refuge, and other personal of ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, gray and fox property at the end of each day’s hunt (see squirrels, cottontail rabbit, and snowshoe §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). hare on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 6. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- cordance with State regulations subject to vided the dog is under the immediate control the following conditions: of the hunter at all times during the State- 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this proved nontoxic shot while hunting upland chapter). game species. 7. We prohibit the use of motorized 2. We require that the visible portion of at watercraft. least one article of clothing worn above the 8. We prohibit camping. waist be blaze orange. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. Conditions A3 and A4 apply. of ring-necked pheasant, Hungarian par- C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of white- tridge, rabbit (cottontail and jack), snow- tailed deer is permitted on designated areas shoe hare, squirrel (fox and gray), raccoon, of the refuge subject to the following condi- opossum, fox (red and gray), badger, coyote, tions: striped skunk, and crow on designated areas 1. The construction or use of permanent of the refuge in accordance with State regu- blinds, platforms or ladders is not permitted. lations subject to the following conditions: 2. All stands must be removed from the ref- 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- uge at the end of each day’s hunt. proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see 3. Permits are required for firearms hunt- § 32.3(k)). ing. 2. We allow the use of dogs for upland game 4. Hunting of deer on the Rice Lake Unit is bird hunting only, provided that the dogs re- by firearm and archery; hunting on the main under the immediate control of the Sandstone Unit is by archery only. hunter at all times, during the State-ap- 5. Condition A4 applies. proved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on chapter). designated areas of the refuge subject to the 3. We prohibit the use of dogs for hunting following conditions: furbearers. 1. Fishing from non-motorized boats or 4. Conditions A7 and A8 apply. boats powered by electric motors is per- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of mitted only in designated areas. deer and turkey on designated areas of the 2. Ice fishing is permitted on Mandy Lake refuge in accordance with State regulations when ice conditions are safe. subject to the following conditions: 3. Ice fishing shelters must be removed 1. We allow the use of temporary stands, from the refuge following each day’s fishing blinds, platforms, or ladders (see § 27.92 of activity. this chapter). Hunters may construct blinds 4. Condition A4 applies. using manmade materials only. We prohibit hunters from bringing plants or their parts RYDELL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE onto the refuge. 2. Conditions A3, A5, A7, and A8 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 3. You may only use or possess approved B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of white- cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- tailed deer is permitted on designated areas key (see § 32.2(k)). of the refuge subject to the following condi- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] tions:

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1. Permits are required to hunt white- regulations subject to the following condi- tailed deer in the Special Permit Area of the tions: refuge. 1. The refuge is closed to turkey hunting, 2. Hunting in the Special Permit Area is except we allow a turkey hunt for youth permitted with firearms only. hunters and persons with disabilities by spe- 3. Hunters may not construct or use per- cial use permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G). manent blinds, permanent platforms, or per- 2. We prohibit the construction or use of manent ladders. Hunters may use portable permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders. stands, but must remove them from the ref- 3. Hunters must remove all stands from the uge at the end of each day’s hunt. refuge at the end of each day’s hunt (see 4. Hunters who harvest deer in the Special § 27.93 of this chapter). Permit Area must take their deer to the ref- 4. Hunters must dismantle hunting blinds, uge check station. platforms, and ladders made from natural 5. We prohibit camping. vegetation at the end of each day. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 5. We prohibit the possession of hunting Tamarac Lake in accordance with State reg- firearms or archery equipment on areas ulations subject to the following conditions: closed to white-tailed deer and turkey hunt- 1. We only allow fishing from designated ing. fishing piers. 6. We prohibit deer pushes or deer drives in 2. We allow fishing from May 1 to Novem- the areas closed to deer hunting. ber 1. 7. Turkey hunters may possess only ap- 3. We allow parking at designated parking proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see lots only (see § 27.31 of this chapter). § 32.2(k)). 4. Condition C5 applies. 8. Conditions A4 and A7 apply. D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is allowed on the SHERBURNE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE St. Francis River and Battle Brook during A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow daylight hours in accordance with State reg- hunting of goose, duck, coot, rail, woodcock, ulations and subject to the following condi- and snipe on designated areas of the refuge tions: in accordance with State regulations subject 1. From March 1 through August 31 (the to the following conditions: refuge Wildlife Sanctuary period), fishing is 1. Field possession of migratory game birds only allowed from non-motorized boats on is not permitted on refuge areas closed to the designated canoe route and on banks migratory game bird hunting. within 100 yards (both upstream and down- 2. We allow non-motorized boats in areas stream) of designated access points. open to waterfowl hunting during the water- 2. We prohibit the taking of any mussel fowl hunting season, and they must be (clam), crayfish, frog, leech, and turtle spe- launched at designated access sites. cies by any method on the refuge (see § 27.21 3. You must remove boats, decoys, and of this chapter). blinds from the refuge following each day’s 3. We prohibit the use of dip nets, traps, or hunt. seines for collecting bait. 4. We prohibit entry to hunting areas ear- TAMARAC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lier than 2 hours before legal shooting hours. 5. We prohibit hunting from March 1 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow through August 31. the hunting of goose, duck, coot, woodcock, 6. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- and snipe on designated areas of the refuge vided the dog is under the immediate control in accordance with State regulations subject of the hunter at all times, during the State- to the following conditions: approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this 1. Hunting by tribal members is in accord- chapter). ance with White Earth Reservation regula- 7. We prohibit camping. tions on those portions of the Reservation B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting that are a part of the refuge. of ruffed grouse, ring-necked pheasant, gray 2. You must remove all personal property, and fox squirrel, snowshoe hare, cottontail which includes boats, decoys, and blinds rabbit, and jackrabbit on designated areas of brought onto the refuge each day (see §§ 27.93 the refuge in accordance with State regula- and 27.94 of this chapter). tions subject to the following conditions: 3. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- vided the dog is under the immediate control proved nontoxic shot while hunting for all of the hunter at all times, during the State- upland game species. approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this 2. We prohibit field possession of upland chapter). game species on areas closed to upland game 4. We prohibit camping. hunting. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. Conditions A5 through A7 apply. of ruffed grouse, red, gray, and fox squirrel, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit, snowshoe hare, white-tailed deer and turkey on designated red fox, raccoon, and striped skunk on des- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ignated areas of the refuge in accordance

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with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. You must possess a hunting license valid lowing conditions: in the State in which you are hunting and be 1. Hunting by tribal members is in accord- in compliance with all applicable State and ance with White Earth Reservation regula- Federal regulations and requirements (see tions on those parts of the Reservation that § 32.2). You cannot reserve hunting areas, ex- are part of the refuge. cept at Potter’s Marsh Managed Hunt Area, 2. You may only hunt red fox, raccoon, and Pool 13, near Thomson, Illinois, in accord- striped skunk from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- ance with procedures established by the ref- rise until legal sunset from September 1 uge manager. through the last day of February. 2. In areas posted and shown on maps as 3. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- ‘‘No Entry—Sanctuary,’’ we prohibit migra- proved nontoxic shot while hunting for all tory bird hunting at all times and all public upland game species. entry except as specified. These areas are 4. We require hunters to wear at least one named and located as follows: article of blaze orange clothing visible above i. Pool Slough, Pool 9, Minnesota/Iowa, the waist. 1,126 acres. 5. Conditions A3 and A4 apply. ii. Bertom Island, Pool 11, Wisconsin, 31 C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of acres. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the iii. Guttenberg Ponds, Pool 11, Iowa, 252 refuge in accordance with State regulations acres. subject to the following conditions: iv. Spring Lake, Pool 13, Illinois, 3,697 1. Hunting by tribal members is in accord- acres. ance with White Earth Reservation regula- 3. In areas posted and shown on maps as tions on those parts of the Reservation that ‘‘Area Closed’’ and ‘‘Area Closed—No Mo- are part of the refuge. tors,’’ we prohibit migratory bird hunting at 2. The construction or use of permanent all times. We ask that you practice vol- blinds, platforms or ladders is not permitted. untary avoidance of these areas by any 3. All stands must be removed from the ref- means or for any purpose from October 15 to uge at the end of each day’s hunt. the end of the respective State duck season. 4. Condition A4 applies. In areas also marked ‘‘no motors,’’ we pro- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- hibit the use of motors on watercraft from ignated areas of the refuge between the October 15 to the end of the respective State hours of 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. in accordance duck season. These ‘‘Area(s) Closed’’ are with State regulations subject to the fol- named and located as follows: lowing conditions: i. Big Lake, Pool 4, Wisconsin, 2,210 acres. 1. We allow fishing in North Tamarac ii. Weaver Bottoms/Lost Island, Pool 5, Lake, Wauboose Lake, and Two Island Lake Minnesota/Wisconsin, 3,508 acres. all year in accordance with State and/or iii. Polander Lake, Pool 5A, Minnesota/ White Earth Reservation regulations. Wisconsin, 1,873 acres. iv. Lake Onalaska, Pool 7, Wisconsin, 7,366 2. We allow fishing in Blackbird Lake and acres (voluntary avoidance on 3,365 acres Lost Lake from the first day of the State until mid-November). walleye season through Labor Day under v. Wisconsin Islands, Pool 8, Minnesota/ State and/or White Earth Reservation regu- Wisconsin, 6,538 acres. lations. vi. Harpers Slough, Pool 9, Iowa/Wisconsin, 3. We only allow bank fishing in an area 50 5,209 acres. yards (45 m) on either side of the Ottertail vii. Wisconsin River Delta, Pool 10, Wis- River Bridges on County Roads #26 and #126 consin, 1,414 acres (closed November 1 to end during State seasons. of duck season). 4. We allow fishing in Pine Lake from De- viii. 12-Mile Island, Pool 11, Iowa, 1,139 cember 1 until March 31. acres. 5. You must remove all ice fishing shelters ix. Bertom–McCartney, Pool 11, Wisconsin, and all other personal property from the ref- 2,384 acres (no voluntary avoidance provi- uge each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this sion). chapter). x. Pleasant Creek, Pool 13, Iowa, 2,191 6. Condition A4 applies. acres. xi. Elk River, Pool 13, Iowa, 1,248 acres. UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE The ‘‘Area(s) Closed—No Motors’’ are AND FISH REFUGE named and located as follows: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow xii. Peterson Lake, Pool 4, Wisconsin 572 hunting of migratory game birds on areas acres. designated by the refuge manager and shown xiii. Rieck’s Lake, Pool 4, Wisconsin, 499 on maps available at refuge offices in accord- acres. ance with State regulations. We prohibit mi- xiv. Spring Lake, Pool 5, Wisconsin, 254 gratory bird hunting March 16 through Au- acres. gust 31 each year. All migratory bird hunt- xv. Sturgeon Slough, Pool 10, Wisconsin, ing is subject to the following conditions: 340 acres.

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xvi. 12-Mile Island, Pool 10, Iowa, 540 acres. dogs are not actively engaged in authorized xvii. John Deere Marsh, Pool 11, Iowa, 439 hunting activities, the following conditions acres. apply: xviii. Kehough Slough, Pool 12, Illinois, 333 i. We prohibit dogs disturbing or endan- acres. gering wildlife or people while on the refuge. xiv. Beaver Island, Pool 14, Iowa, 864 acres. ii. All dogs while on the refuge must be 4. In areas posted and shown on maps as under the control of their owners/handlers at ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘No Hunting or Trap- all times or on a leash. ping Zone,’’ we prohibit migratory bird hunt- iii. We prohibit allowing dogs to roam. ing at all times. These areas are named and iv. All dogs must be on a leash when on located as follows: hiking trails, or other areas so posted. i. Buffalo River, Pool 4, Wisconsin, 219 v. We allow working a dog in refuge waters acres. by tossing a retrieval dummy or other object ii. Fountain City Bay, Pool 5A, Wisconsin, for out-and-back exercise. 24 acres. vi. Owners/handlers of dogs are responsible iii. Upper Halfway Creek Marsh, Pool 7, for disposal of dog droppings on refuge public Wisconsin, 143 acres. use concentration areas such as trails, sand- iv. Mathy Tract (Brice Prairie), Pool 7, bars, and boat landings. Wisconsin, 75 acres. v. Hunter’s Point, Pool 8, Wisconsin, 82 vii. We prohibit field trials and commer- acres. cial/professional dog training. vi. Goose Island, Pool 8, Wisconsin, 984 10. We prohibit the construction of perma- acres (also no motors and voluntary avoid- nent hunting blinds (see § 27.92 of this chap- ance as in condition A3). ter). You may use natural material for sea- vii. Sturgeon Slough, Pool 10, Wisconsin, 66 sonal blinds, with restrictions. You may acres. gather grasses and marsh vegetation from viii. Goetz Island Trail, Pool 11, Iowa, 31 the refuge for blind-building materials; how- acres. ever, Phragmites (giant cane) may not be cut ix. Crooked Slough Backwater, Pool 13, Il- or brought onto the refuge. You may not linois, 2,453 acres. gather, bring onto the refuge, or use for x. Crooked Slough Proper, Pool 13, Illinois, blind building tree(s) or other plant parts, 270 acres. including dead wood on the ground, greater xi. Frog Pond, Pool 13, Illinois, 64 acres. than 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. We prohibit xii. Ingersoll Learning Center, Pool 13, Illi- constructing hunting blinds from rocks nois, 41 acres. placed for shoreline protection (rip rap). You 5. We prohibit hunting of migratory birds may leave only seasonal blinds made en- within 50 yards (45 m) of the Great River tirely of natural vegetation and biodegrad- Trail at Thomson Prairie, within 150 yards able twines on the refuge. We consider all (135 m) of the Great River Trail at Mesquaki such blinds public property and open to use Lake, and within 400 yards (360 m) of the by any person on a first-come-first-served Potter’s Marsh Managed Hunt area, all in or basis. You may use manmade material for near Pool 13, Illinois. temporary blinds, with restrictions. You 6. You must immediately make a reason- may not use lumber, pipe, posts, or timbers able attempt to retrieve downed waterfowl greater than 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. At unless the bird lies in plain sight of you, is the end of each day’s hunt, you must remove clearly dead, and there is no risk of the bird all manmade blind materials, including boat drifting off due to wind or current. You may blinds. Any blinds containing manmade ma- retrieve dead or wounded game from areas terials left on the refuge are subject to im- posted ‘‘Area Closed,’’ ‘‘No Hunting Zone,’’ mediate removal and disposal. Manmade ma- and ‘‘No Hunting or Trapping Zone’’ pro- terials include, but are not limited to, wood- vided you do not attempt to chase birds from en pallets, metal fence posts, wire, nails, sta- the area. You may not use a motor to aid in ples, netting, or tarps (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of the retrieval of game in areas posted ‘‘Area this chapter). Closed—No Motors.’’ You may not retrieve 11. We will phase out the construction and birds or other game from areas posted ‘‘No use of permanent hunting blinds for water- Entry—Sanctuary.’’ fowl hunting within the Savanna District of 7. You may not engage in open-water wa- the refuge. We will no longer allow perma- terfowl hunting in Pool 11, approximate river nent blinds on the refuge in Pool 12 begin- miles 586–592, Grant County, Wisconsin as ning with the 2007–2008 waterfowl hunting marked with signs and as shown on refuge season, Pool 14 after the 2007–2008 season, and maps. Open-water hunting regulations and Pool 13 after the 2008–2009 season. The fol- definitions that apply for Wisconsin outside lowing regulations apply for phase out of of Grant County will apply in this area. permanent hunting blinds: 8. You may possess only approved nontoxic i. All permanent blinds must have the cur- shot shells while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). rent name, address, and telephone number of 9. We allow the use of dogs for hunting in the blind owner, posted no smaller than 3″ × accordance with State regulations. When 5″ (7.5 cm × 12.5 cm) inside the blind.

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ii. The blind’s owner must remove from the or other facility or in a manner that creates refuge all blind materials, including old a safety hazard or endangers any person, blind materials located within 100 yards (90 property, or environmental feature. We may m) of the blind, within 30 days of the end of impound any vehicle left parked in violation the waterfowl hunting season. at the owner’s expense (see § 27.31 of this iii. After the phase-out year of permanent chapter). blinds in each pool, refuge hunting blind reg- 17. We require that you keep all refuge ulations in Condition A10 will apply, except lands clean during your period of use or oc- that we require a 200-yard (180-m) spacing cupancy. At all times you must keep all distance between hunting parties on the Illi- refuse, trash, and litter contained in bags or nois portions of the refuge in Pools 12, 13, other suitable containers and not left scat- and 14. tered on the ground or in the water. You 12. You may set up hunting equipment the must remove all personal property, refuse, day of the hunt but must remove it at the trash, and litter immediately upon vacating end of each day. You may place and leave a site. We consider animal carcasses and hunting equipment and decoys on the refuge spent shells to be litter (see § 27.94 of this only from 1 hour before the start of legal chapter). shooting hours until 1⁄2 hour after the close B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of legal shooting hours. You may not use of upland game on areas of the refuge des- nails, wire, screws, or bolts to attach a stand ignated by the refuge manager and shown on to a tree, or hunt from a tree into which a maps available at refuge offices in accord- metal object has been driven or screwed for ance with State regulations. We prohibit up- support (see § 32.2(i) and § 27.93 of this chap- land game hunting from March 16 through ter). August 31 each year except for spring wild 13. We prohibit the cutting, removing, or turkey hunting, and squirrel hunting on the damaging of any tree or other vegetation ex- Illinois portion of the refuge. All upland cept as allowed for blinds in Condition A10 or game hunting is subject to the following con- by written permit. You may not clear vege- ditions: tation for shooting lanes or limb trees for 1. Condition A1 applies. trees stands (see § 27.51 of this chapter). 2. We prohibit the carrying, possessing, or 14. We prohibit camping during waterfowl discharging of firearms (including dog train- hunting seasons within areas posted ‘‘No ing pistols and dummy launchers), air guns, Entry—Sanctuary,’’ ‘‘Area Closed,’’ ‘‘Area or any other weapons on the refuge, unless Closed—No Motors,’’ and ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ you are a licensed hunter or trapper engaged or on any sites not clearly visible from the in authorized activities during established main commercial navigation channel of the seasons, in accordance with Federal, State, Mississippi River. We define camping as and local regulations. We prohibit target erecting a tent or shelter of natural or syn- practice on the refuge (see §§ 27.42 and 27.43 of thetic material, preparing a sleeping bag or this chapter). other bedding material for use, parking of a 3. In areas posted and shown on maps as motor vehicle, or mooring or anchoring of a ‘‘No Entry—Sanctuary,’’ we prohibit entry vessel for the apparent purpose of overnight and upland game hunting at all times. In occupancy, or occupying or leaving personal areas posted and shown on maps as ‘‘No property, including boats or other craft, at a Entry—Sanctuary October 1 to end of state site anytime between the hours of 11 p.m. duck hunting season,’’ we allow upland game and 3 a.m. on any given day. Where we allow hunting beginning the day after the respec- camping, you must occupy claimed camp- tive State duck hunting season until upland sites each night. game season closure or March 15, whichever 15. We prohibit the building or use of comes first, except we allow spring turkey warming fires while hunting (see § 27.95 of hunting during State seasons. We describe this chapter). We only allow campfires in these areas more fully in Condition A2. conjunction with camping, day-use activities 4. In areas posted and shown on maps as on beaches, or on the ice while ice fishing ‘‘Area Closed’’ and ‘‘Area Closed—No Mo- using only dead wood on the ground, or ma- tors,’’ we allow upland game hunting begin- terials brought onto the refuge such as char- ning the day after the respective State duck coal or firewood. You must remove any un- hunting season until upland game season used firewood brought onto the refuge upon closure or March 15, whichever comes first, departure due to threat of invasive insects. except we allow spring turkey hunting dur- 16. We prohibit all vehicle use on or across ing State seasons. We ask that you practice refuge lands at any time except on des- voluntary avoidance of these areas by any ignated routes of travel or on the ice over means or for any purpose from October 15 to navigable waters accessed from boat land- the end of the respective State duck season. ings. We prohibit parking beyond vehicle In areas also marked ‘‘Area Closed—No Mo- control barriers or on grass or other vegeta- tors,’’ we prohibit the use of motors on tion. You may not park or operate vehicles watercraft from October 15 to the end of the in a manner that obstructs or impedes any respective State duck season. We describe road, trail, fire lane, boat ramp, access gate, these areas more fully in Condition A3.

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5. In areas posted and shown on maps as 4. In areas posted and shown on maps as ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘No Hunting or Trap- ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘No Hunting or Trap- ping Zone,’’ we prohibit upland game hunt- ping Zone,’’ we prohibit big game hunting at ing at all times. You must unload and encase all times. You must unload and encase fire- firearms in these areas. We describe these arms in these areas. We describe these areas areas more fully in Condition A4. more fully in Condition A4. 6. We prohibit hunting of upland game 5. We prohibit hunting of big game within within 50 yards (45 m) of the Great River 50 yards (45 m) of the Great River Trail at Trail at Thomson Prairie, within 150 yards Thomson Prairie, within 150 yards (135 m) of (135 m) of the Great River Trail at Mesquaki the Great River Trail at Mesquaki Lake, and Lake, and within 400 yards (360 m) of the within 400 yards (360 m) of the Potter’s Potter’s Marsh Managed Hunt area, all in or Marsh Managed Hunt area, all in or near near Pool 13, Illinois. Pool 13, Illinois. 7. You may only use or possess approved 6. Conditions A6, A9, A10, A12 through A17, nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- and B7 apply. cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on areas key (see § 32.2(k)). of the refuge designated by the refuge man- 8. We prohibit the shining of a light to lo- ager and shown on refuge maps available at cate any animal on the refuge except at the refuge offices in accordance with State regu- point of kill for species specified in respec- lations subject to the following conditions: 1. In the Bertrom Island ‘‘No Entry—Sanc- tive State night or artificial light hunting tuary’’ area, Pool 11, Wisconsin we prohibit regulations (see § 27.73 of this chapter). You entry and fishing at all times. may use lights to find your way. We prohibit 2. In the Spring Lake ‘‘Area Closed’’ area, the distribution of bait or feed, the hunting Pool 13, Illinois, we prohibit fishing from Oc- over bait or feed, and the use or possession of tober 1 until the day after the close of the any drug on any arrow for bow hunting (see State duck hunting season. § 32.2(g) and (h)). You must comply with all 3. In areas posted and shown on maps as other hunt method regulations of the respec- ‘‘Area Closed’’ and ‘‘Area Closed—No Mo- tive State on the refuge. tors,’’ we allow fishing; however, we ask that 9. Conditions A6, A9, A10, and A12 through you practice voluntary avoidance of these A17 apply. areas by any means or for any purpose from C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of October 15 to the end of the respective State big game on areas of the refuge designated duck season. In areas also marked ‘‘Area by the refuge manager and shown on maps Closed—No Motors,’’ we prohibit the use of available at refuge offices in accordance with motors on watercraft from October 15 to the State regulations. We prohibit big game end of the respective State duck season. We hunting from March 16 through August 31 describe these areas more fully in Condition each year. All big game hunting is subject to A3. the following conditions: 4. On Mertes Slough, Pool 6, Wisconsin, we 1. Conditions A1 and B2 apply. allow only hand-powered boats or boats with 2. In areas posted and shown on maps as electric motors. ‘‘No Entry—Sanctuary,’’ we prohibit entry 5. For the purpose of determining length and big game hunting at all times. In areas limits, slot limits, and daily creel limits, the posted and shown on maps as ‘‘No Entry— impounded areas of Spring Lake, Duckfoot Sanctuary October 1 to end of state duck Marsh, and Pleasant Creek in Pool 13, Illi- hunting season,’’ we allow big game hunting nois, are part of the Mississippi River site- beginning the day after the respective State specific State regulations. duck hunting season until big game season 6. Conditions A10, and A13 through A17 closure or March 15, whichever comes first. apply. We describe these areas more fully in Condi- tion A2. WINDOM WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 3. In areas posted and shown on maps as A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ‘‘Area Closed’’ and ‘‘Area Closed—No Mo- hunting of migratory game birds throughout tors’’ we allow big game hunting beginning the district in accordance with State regula- the day after the respective State duck hunt- tions subject to the following conditions: ing season until big game season closure or 1. We prohibit hunting on the Worthington March 15, whichever comes first. We ask that Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) in Nobles you practice voluntary avoidance of these County, or designated portions of the Wolf areas by any means or for any purpose from Lake WPA in Cottonwood County. October 15 to the end of the respective State 2. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. duck season. In areas also marked ‘‘Area 3. You must remove all personal property, Closed—No Motors,’’ we prohibit the use of which includes boats, decoys, and blinds motors on watercraft from October 15 to the brought onto the WPAs at the end of each end of the respective State duck season. day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). These areas are described more fully in Con- 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- dition A3. vided the dog is under the immediate control

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of the hunter at all times during the State- are listed in alphabetical order with approved hunting season (see § 26.21(b) of this applicable refuge-specific regulations. chapter). 5. We prohibit camping. BOGUE CHITTO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Refer to § 32.37 Louisiana for regulations. of upland game throughout the district, except that you may not hunt on the Wor- COLDWATER RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE thington Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) REFUGE in Nobles County, Headquarters WPA in Jackson County, or designated portions of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow the Wolf Lake WPA in Cottonwood County, hunting of migratory waterfowl and coot on in accordance with State regulations and designated areas of the refuge in accordance subject to the following conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. Conditions A3 through A5 apply. lowing conditions: 2. You may only use or possess approved 1. All hunters must comply with all State nontoxic shot shells while in the field, in- hunter education requirements. All hunters cluding shot shells used for hunting wild tur- age 16 and older must possess and carry a key (see § 32.2(k)). valid signed refuge hunting permit (name C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of and address). big game throughout the district in accord- 2. We restrict all public use to the period ance with State regulations subject to the beginning 2 hours before legal sunrise and following conditions: ending 2 hours after legal sunset. We pro- 1. We prohibit hunting on the Worthington hibit entering or remaining on the refuge be- WPA in Nobles County, Headquarters WPA fore or after hours. in Jackson County, and designated portions 3. We allow hunting of migratory game of the Wolf Lake WPA in Cottonwood Coun- birds, including the Light Goose Conserva- ty. tion Order, only on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 1⁄2 hour before 2. We allow the use of portable stands. legal sunrise and ending at 12 p.m. (noon). Hunters may not construct or use permanent Hunters must remove all decoys, blind mate- blinds, permanent platforms, or permanent rials (see § 27.93 of this chapter), and har- ladders. vested waterfowl from the area no later than 3. You must remove all stands and personal 1 p.m. each day. property from the WPAs at the end of each 4. Each hunter must obtain a daily Harvest day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) available at 4. We prohibit hunters occupying ground each refuge information station and follow and tree stands that are illegally set up or the printed instructions on the card. You constructed. must display the card in plain view on the D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing through- dashboard of your vehicle so that the per- out the district in accordance with State sonal information is readable. Prior to leav- regulations subject to the following condi- ing the refuge, you must complete the re- tions: verse side of the card/form and deposit it at 1. Conditions A2 and A5 apply. one of the refuge information stations. In- 2. You must remove all ice fishing shelters clude all game harvested; if you harvested no and other personal property from the WPAs game, report ‘‘0’’. Hunters may possess only each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). one Harvest Report Card at a time. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 5. We close certain areas of the refuge for FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29085, May 18, sanctuary or administrative purposes. We 1993; 59 FR 6693, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55186, will mark such areas with ‘‘No Hunting’’ or 55196, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62043, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 ‘‘Area Closed’’ signs. FR 46396, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47379, Sept. 9, 6. Waterfowl hunters may leave boats 1997; 63 FR 46917, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30785, meeting all State registration requirements May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56404, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR on the refuge water bodies throughout the 46358, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58946, Sept. 18, 2002; waterfowl season. You must remove boats 68 FR 57317, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, 54416, (see § 27.93 of this chapter) within 72 hours Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54178, Sept. 13, 2005; 72 FR after the season closes. 51542, Sept. 7, 2007; 73 FR 33185, June 11, 2008; 7. All hunters, or persons on the refuge for 73 FR 51160, Aug. 29, 2008; 74 FR 41356, Aug. any reason, must wear a minimum of 500 17, 2009; 74 FR 47117, Sept. 15, 2009; 76 FR 3980, square inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbro- Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56077, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR ken, fluorescent-orange-colored material 56046, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14830, Mar. 17, 2014] above the waistline. Waterfowl hunters must comply with this requirement while walking/ § 32.43 Mississippi. boating to and from actual hunting area. We do not require fluorescent orange for turkey The following refuge units have been season, for hunting raccoons at night, or for opened for hunting and/or fishing, and waterfowl hunters while actually hunting.

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8. We allow dogs on the refuge only when 4. We prohibit drives for deer. specifically authorized for hunting. We en- 5. We prohibit hunting or shooting across courage the use of dogs to retrieve dead or any open, fallow, or planted field from wounded waterfowl. Dogs must remain under ground level or on or across any public road, the immediate control of their handlers at public highway, railroad, or their rights-of- all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). way during all general gun and primitive 9. You must remove decoys, blinds, other weapon hunts. personal property, and litter (see §§ 27.93 and 6. Hunters may erect portable deer stands 27.94 of this chapter) from the hunting area 2 weeks prior to the opening of archery sea- following each morning’s hunt. We prohibit son on the refuge and must remove them (see cutting or removing trees and other vegeta- § 27.93 of this chapter) by January 31. We pro- tion (see § 27.51 of this chapter). We prohibit hibit the use of flagging, paint, blazes, tacks, the use of flagging, paint, blazes, tacks, or or other types of markers. other types of markers. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 10. We prohibit ATVs/UTVs (see § 27.31(f) of ignated areas of the refuge in accordance this chapter), horses, and mules on the ref- with State regulations subject to the fol- uge. lowing conditions: 11. We prohibit the use or possession of al- 1. Condition A11 applies. coholic beverages while hunting on the ref- 2. All anglers must possess and carry a uge (see § 32.2(j)). valid, signed refuge fishing permit (name and B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting address) certifying that they understand and of squirrel, rabbit, nutria, and raccoon on will comply with all regulations. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 3. We allow fishing in bar pits along the with State regulations subject to the fol- Corps of Engineers levee only. lowing conditions: 4. We prohibit possession or use of jugs, 1. Conditions A1, A4 (substitute Upland/ seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/ Small Game/Furbearer Report [FWS Form 3– baskets, or any other similar devices and 2362] for Migratory Bird Hunt Report), A5, commercial fishing of any kind. A7, A10, and A11 apply. 5. We allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, 2. We restrict all public use to 2 hours be- crawfish traps, or any other similar devices fore legal sunrise and to 2 hours after legal for recreational use only, and you must tag sunset. We prohibit entering or remaining on or mark them with waterproof ink, legibly the refuge before or after hours. We may inscribed or legibly stamped on the tag with make exceptions for raccoon hunters pos- your full name and full residence address, in- sessing a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3– cluding zip code. You must attend these de- 1383). Contact the refuge office for details. 3. When hunting, we allow only shotguns vices a minimum of once daily. If you are with approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)), not going to attend these devices, you must .17 or .22-caliber rimfire rifles, or archery remove them from the refuge. equipment without broadheads. 6. We prohibit snagging or attempting to 4. All hunters or persons on the refuge for snag fish. any reason during any open-refuge hunting 7. We allow crawfishing. season must wear a minimum of 500 square 8. We allow taking of frogs by Special Use inches (3,250 cm 2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- Permit only. rescent-orange-colored material above the DAHOMEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE waistline. 5. We allow dogs on the refuge only when A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow specifically authorized for hunting. Dogs hunting of migratory waterfowl, coot, snipe, must remain in the immediate control of and woodcock on designated areas of the ref- their handlers at all times (see § 26.21(b) of uge in accordance with State regulations this chapter). Consult the refuge hunting subject to the following conditions: brochure for specific seasons. 1. All hunters must comply with all State C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunter education requirements. All hunters white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated age 16 and older must possess and carry a areas of the refuge in accordance with State valid, signed refuge hunting permit (name regulations subject to the following condi- and address). tions: 2. All users may enter the refuge 2 hours 1. Conditions A1, A2, A4 (substitute Big before legal sunrise and must exit the refuge Game Harvest Report [FWS Form 3–2359] for no later than 2 hours after legal sunset. We Migratory Bird Hunt Report), A5, A7, A11, prohibit entering or remaining on the refuge and B4 apply. before or after hours. 2. We prohibit dogs while hunting deer. 3. We allow hunting of migratory game Hunters may only use dogs to hunt hog dur- birds, including Light Goose Conservation ing designated hog seasons. Order, only on Wednesdays, Fridays, Satur- 3. We prohibit use or possession of any drug days, and Sundays from 1⁄2 hour before legal or device for employing such drug for hunt- sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon). Hunters must ing (see § 32.2(g)). remove all decoys, blind material (see § 27.93

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of this chapter), and harvested waterfowl 1. Conditions A1, A4, A5, A7, A8, A11, and from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day. A12 apply. 4. Each hunter must obtain a Harvest Re- 2. We restrict all public use to the period port Card (OMB 1018–0140) available at each beginning 2 hours before legal sunrise and refuge information station and follow the ending 2 hours after legal sunset. We pro- printed instructions on the card. Hunters hibit entering or remaining on the refuge be- must place the card in plain view on the fore or after hours. We establish special pro- dashboard of their vehicle so the personal in- visions for raccoon hunting; contact the ref- formation is readable. Prior to leaving the uge office for details. refuge, you must complete the reverse side of 3. You may possess shotguns with approved the card and deposit it at one of the hunter nontoxic shotgun shot (see § 32.2(k)), .17, .22, information stations. Include all game har- .22-magnum rifles, and legal archery equip- vested, and if there is none, report ‘‘0’’. We ment. prohibit hunters possessing more than one 4. All hunters or persons on the refuge for Harvest Report Card at a time. any reason during any open refuge hunting 5. We may close certain areas of the refuge season must wear a minimum of 500 square for sanctuary or administrative purposes. We inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- will mark such areas with ‘‘No Hunting’’ or rescent orange-colored material above the ‘‘Area Closed’’ signs. waistline. 6. Waterfowl hunters may leave boats 5. We allow use of dogs, but they must re- meeting all State registration requirements main under the immediate control of their on refuge water bodies throughout the wa- handlers at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this terfowl season. You must remove boats (see chapter). § 27.93 of this chapter) within 72 hours after 6. We prohibit cutting or removing trees the season closes. and other vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chap- 7. We restrict motor vehicle use to roads ter). We prohibit the use of flagging, paint, designated as vehicle access roads on the ref- blazes, tacks, or other types of markers. uge map (see § 27.31 of this chapter). We prohibit blocking access to any road or trail en- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of tering the refuge (see § 27.31(h) of this chap- white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on ter). designated areas of the refuge in accordance 8. All hunters or persons on the refuge for with State regulations subject to the fol- any reason during any open refuge hunting lowing conditions: season must wear a minimum of 500 square 1. Conditions A1, A4, A5, A8, A11, and A12 inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- apply. rescent orange-colored material above the 2. We restrict all public use to 2 hours be- waistline. Waterfowl hunters must comply fore legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal while walking/boating to and from actual sunset. We prohibit entering or remaining on hunting area. Waterfowl hunters may re- the refuge before or after hours. move the fluorescent orange while actually 3. All hunters or persons on the refuge for hunting. any reason during any open refuge hunting 9. We only allow dogs on the refuge when season must wear a minimum of 500 square specifically authorized for hunting. We en- inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- courage the use of dogs to retrieve dead or rescent orange-colored material above the wounded waterfowl. Dogs must remain in the waistline. We do not require this for turkey immediate control of their handlers at all hunting. times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). 4. We prohibit dogs for any big game hunt. 10. You must remove decoys, blinds, other 5. We prohibit use or possession of any drug personal property, and litter (see §§ 27.93 and or device for employing such drug for hunt- 27.94 of this chapter) from the hunting area ing (see § 32.2(g)). following each morning’s hunt. We prohibit 6. We prohibit organized drives for deer. cutting or removing trees and other vegeta- 7. We prohibit hunting or shooting across tion (see § 27.51 of this chapter). We prohibit any open, fallow, or planted field from the use of flagging, paint, blazes, tacks, or ground level or on or across any public road, other types of markers. public highway, railroad, or their right-of- 11. We prohibit ATVs (see § 27.31(f) of this way during all general gun and primitive chapter), horses, and mules on the refuge. weapon hunts. 12. We prohibit the use or possession of al- 8. You may erect portable deer stands (see coholic beverages while hunting on the ref- § 32.2(i)) 2 weeks prior to the opening of arch- uge (see § 32.2(j)). ery season on the refuge, and you must re- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting move them by January 31 (see § 27.93 of this of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon (rac- chapter). We prohibit hunters leaving their coon by General Special Use Application and stands in the tree at the end of each hunting Permit [FWS Form 3–1383–G] only) on des- day. Hunters who wish to leave a stand on ignated areas of the refuge in accordance the refuge must chain the stand to the base with State regulations subject to the fol- of the tree and label it with the hunter’s lowing conditions: name and phone number legibly written on

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or attached to the stand. This does not re- 4. The refuge is a day-use area only with serve the site for their exclusive use. All the exception of legal hunting activities. hunting sites are on a first-come, first-served 5. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- basis. We may confiscate and dispose of deer cles on all refuge hunts. stands not in compliance with these regula- 6. We prohibit target practice on refuge tions. property. 9. Hunters using a climbing tree stand 7. We prohibit mules and horses on refuge must use a fall-arrest system manufactured hunts. to Treestand Manufacturers Association 8. We allow retrievers for waterfowl hunt- standards. ing. We require all dogs to wear a collar dis- 10. We prohibit cutting or removing trees playing the owner’s name, address, and tele- and other vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chap- phone number. ter). We prohibit the use of flagging, paint, 9. You must unload and case or dismantle blazes, tacks, or other types of markers. We firearms (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) before prohibit nailing deer stands and/or steps to transporting them in a vehicle or boat with- trees and attaching any blind or stand to a in the boundaries of the refuge or along tree by any metal object driven, screwed, or rights-of-way for public or private land with- otherwise inserted into the tree (see § 32.2(i)). in the refuge. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 10. Each hunter must possess and carry a ignated areas of the refuge in accordance current, signed copy of the refuge hunting with State regulations subject to the fol- permit while participating in refuge hunts. lowing conditions: 11. Youth hunters under age 16 must pos- 1. Condition A12 applies. sess and carry a State-approved hunter safe- 2. All anglers must possess and carry a ty course card or certificate. Each youth valid, signed refuge fishing permit (name and hunter must remain within sight and normal address) certifying that they understand and voice contact of an adult age 21 or older. An will comply with all regulations. adult may supervise no more than two 3. We prohibit possession or use of jugs, youths during small game hunts and one seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/ youth during big game hunts. baskets, or any other similar devices and 12. We prohibit the use of airboats, commercial fishing of any kind. mudboats, motorized pirogues, and air- 4. We allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, cooled propulsion engines on the refuge. crawfish traps, or any other similar devices B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting for recreational use only. You must tag or of squirrel on designated areas of the refuge mark these devices with your full name, full in accordance with State regulations subject residence address including zip code, written to the following conditions: with waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or leg- 1. Conditions A4 through A7 and A10 ibly stamped on the tag. You must attend through A12 apply. these devices a minimum of once a day. If 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic you do not attend these devices (see § 27.93 of shot while hunting on the refuge (see this chapter), you must remove them from § 32.2(k)). All shotgun ammunition must the refuge. meet legal shot-size requirements. We only 5. We prohibit snagging or attempting to allow .22 caliber rimfire. snag fish. 3. We prohibit the possession of dogs for 6. We allow crawfishing. squirrel hunting. 7. We only allow the taking of frog by Spe- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cial Use Permit. white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State GRAND BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE regulations subject to the following condi- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tions: hunting of goose, duck, coot, and mourning 1. Conditions A4 through A7 and A9 dove on designated areas of the refuge in ac- through A12 apply. cordance with State regulations subject to 2. We only allow hunting with bow and the following conditions: arrow. We prohibit the use of poisonous ar- 1. We allow hunting from 30 minutes before rows (see § 32.2(g)). We prohibit firearms. legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon) on Satur- 3. We prohibit the use or construction of days, Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. any permanent tree stand. We allow portable Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before and climbing stands, but you must remove legal sunrise. Hunters must remove all de- them from the tree when not in use or they coys, blind material (see § 27.93 of this chap- will be subject to confiscation (see § 27.93 of ter), and harvested waterfowl from the area this chapter). no later than 1 p.m. each day. 4. We prohibit hunting by organized deer 2. You must only use portable or tem- drives of two or more hunters. We define porary blinds. ‘‘drive’’ as the act of chasing, pursuing, dis- 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic turbing, or otherwise directing deer so as to shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting waterfowl in make the animals more susceptible to har- the field. vest.

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5. We prohibit hunting with the aid of bait 16. We open for dove hunting on specified (see § 32.2(h)). dates and areas within the first and second 6. We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt deer State seasons. The first two Saturdays of the and feral hog. first season require a Limited Hunt Permit D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt you must return the per- HILLSIDE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE mit with information concerning your hunt. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow If you fail to return this permit, you will not hunting of goose, duck, merganser, coot, and be eligible for any limited hunts the next dove in accordance with State regulations year. Contact the refuge headquarters for subject to the following conditions: specific dates and open areas. 17. For instances of lost or stolen public 1. Youth hunters age 15 and under must use permits, management may issue dupli- possess and carry a hunter safety course card cates at their discretion, and we may charge or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- a fee. main within sight and normal voice contact 18. We allow retriever dogs while hunting of an adult age 21 or older. Each hunter age migratory birds. 16 and older must possess and carry a valid B. Upland Game Hunting.We allow hunting signed refuge Public Use Permit certifying of squirrel, rabbit, quail, and raccoon on des- that he or she understands and will comply ignated areas of the refuge in accordance with all regulations. One adult may super- with State regulations subject to the fol- vise no more than one youth hunter. lowing conditions: 2. Before hunting or fishing, all partici- 1. Conditions A1 through A10 and A17 pants must display their User Information/ apply. Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) in plain 2. We allow shotguns with only approved view on the dashboard of their vehicle so nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)), and .22 and .17 that the card number is readable. caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. 3. Failure to display the User Information/ 3. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel and Harvest Report Card will result in the loss of quail and for the February rabbit hunt. the participant’s annual refuge public use 4. During the rabbit and quail hunts, any permit (name, address, and phone number). person hunting or accompanying another 4. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas person hunting must wear at least 500 square designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- chure map). orange material visible above the waistline 5. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- as an outer garment. erages (see §32.2(j)). 5. Beginning the first day after the deer 6. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. muzzleloader hunt, we restrict entry into the 7. You must park vehicles in such a man- Turkey Point area until March 1. ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn 6. With exception for raccoon hunting, we rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- limit refuge ingress and egress to the period ter). of 4 a.m. to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. 8. We are open for hunting during the State 7. We prohibit horses and mules. season except during the muzzleloader deer 8. We prohibit hunting over or the place- hunt. ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- lowing furbearers in season incidental to iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- other refuge hunts with legal weapons used der, liquid or other feed substance to attract for that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, bea- game. ver, bobcat, and nutria. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 10. We allow ATVs only on designated white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on trails (see §27.31 of this chapter) (see refuge designated areas of the refuge in accordance brochure map) from September 15 through with State regulations subject to the fol- February 28. lowing conditions: 11. You may possess or use only approved 1. Conditions A1 through A10, A17, B5, and nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) while in the field. B8 apply. 12. You may take migratory birds with 2. During all gun and muzzleloader deer shotguns shooting only approved nontoxic hunts: all participants must wear at least 500 shot. square inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluo- 13. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind rescent-orange material visible above the material (see §27.93 of this chapter), and har- waistline as an outer garment while hunting vested waterfowl from the area no later than and en route to and from hunting areas. 1 p.m. each day. 3. We prohibit organized drives for deer and 14. We allow goose, duck, merganser and feral hog. coot hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- 4. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent rise until 12 p.m. (noon). We allow entry into to open fields and tree plantations less than the refuge at 4 a.m. 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand 15. There is no early teal season. a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.

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5. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a egress for fishing to the period of 4 a.m. to 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. lines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- HOLT COLLIER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uge brochure map). We consider you to be hunting if you occupy a stand or a blind, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] have a loaded hunting firearm, or have an B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting arrow nocked in a bow. of rabbit and furbearers on designated areas 6. We designate deer check station dates, of the refuge in accordance with State regu- locations, and requirements in the refuge lations subject to the following conditions: brochure. 1. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 7. We allow hunters to possess and hunt possess and carry a hunter safety course card from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- quarters will use a specific method to iden- main within sight and normal voice contact tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of of an adult age 21 or older. Each hunter age climbing spikes or hunting from a tree in 16 and older must possess and carry a valid which metal objects have been screwed or signed refuge Public Use Permit certifying driven (see §32.2(i)). Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and that he or she understands and will comply must remove it within 48 hours after each with all regulations. One adult may super- designated hunt. Hunters may place turkey vise no more than one youth hunter. blinds the day of the hunt and remove them 2. Before hunting or fishing, all partici- after each day’s hunt. pants must display their User Information/ 8. During designated muzzleloader hunts, Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) in plain we allow archery equipment and view on the dashboard of their vehicle so muzzleloaders loaded with a single ball. that the card number is readable. While hunting, we prohibit breech-loading 3. Failure to display the User Information/ firearms of any type. Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) will re- 9. Turkey hunting opportunities will consult in the loss of the participant’s annual sist of three limited draw hunts within the refuge public use permit (name, address, and State season time frame. These hunts re- phone number). quire a Limited Hunt Permit assigned by 4. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas random computer drawing. At the end of the designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- hunt you must return the permit with infor- chure map). mation concerning your hunt. If you fail to 5. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- return this permit, you will not be eligible erages (see §32.2(j)). for any limited hunts the next year. Contact 6. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. refuge headquarters for specific require- 7. You must park vehicles in such a man- ments, hunts, and application dates. ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn 10. Hunts and hunt dates are available at rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- the refuge headquarters in July, and we post ter). them in the refuge brochure. 8. We are open for hunting during the State 11. We prohibit all other public use on the season except during the muzzleloader deer refuge during all gun and muzzleloader deer hunt. hunts. 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- lowing furbearers in season incidental to ignated areas of the refuge in accordance other refuge hunts with weapons legal for with State regulations subject to the fol- that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, lowing conditions: bobcat, and nutria. 1. We close all refuge waters during the 10. We allow shotguns with only approved gun and muzzleloader deer hunt. nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)), and .22 and .17 2. We allow fishing in the borrow ponds caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. along the north levee (see refuge brochure 11. We allow rabbit and quail hunting with map) throughout the year except during the dogs in February. gun and muzzleloader deer hunt. 3. We open all other refuge waters March 1 12. During the rabbit and quail hunts, any through November 15. person hunting or accompanying another 4. We prohibit trot lines, limb lines, jugs, person hunting must wear at least 500 square 2 seines, and traps. inches (3,250 cm ) of unbroken, fluorescent- 5. We prohibit fishing from bridges. orange material visible above the waistline 6. We allow frogging during the State bull- as an outer garment. frog season. 13. With exception for raccoon hunting, we 7. We allow ATVs on designated trails (see limit refuge ingress and egress to the period § 27.31 of this chapter) (see refuge brochure of 4 a.m. to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. map) September 15 through February 28. 14. We prohibit ATVs, horses, and mules. 8. With the exception for frogging during 15. We prohibit hunting over or the place- the State season, we limit refuge ingress and ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the

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direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- 1. We allow hunting during the open State iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- season. The first 2 days of the season and all der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract weekends, with the exception of youth week- game. ends, are limited draw hunts. These hunts re- 16. For instances of lost or stolen public quire a Limited Hunt Permit assigned by use permits, management may issue dupli- random computer drawing. At the end of the cates at their discretion, and we may charge hunt you must return the permit with infor- a fee. mation concerning your hunt. If you fail to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of return this permit, you will not be eligible white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated for any limited hunts the next year. Contact areas of the refuge in accordance with State refuge headquarters for specific require- regulations subject to the following condi- ments, hunts, and application dates. tions: 2. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 1. Conditions B1 through B7, B9, and B13 possess and carry a hunter safety course card through B16 apply. or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- 2. During the muzzleloader deer hunt all main within sight and normal voice contact participants must wear at least 500 square of an adult age 21 or older. Hunters age 16 inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- and older must possess and carry a valid orange material visible above the waistline signed refuge Public Use Permit certifying as an outer garment while hunting and en that he or she understands and will comply route to and from hunting areas. with all regulations. One adult may super- 3. We prohibit organized drives for deer and vise no more than one youth hunter. feral hog. 3. All participants must display the User 4. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent Information/Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018– to open fields and or tree plantations less 0140) in plain view on the dashboard of their than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a vehicle so that the card number is readable. stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the 4. Failure to display the User Information/ ground. Harvest Report Card will result in the loss of 5. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a the participant’s annual refuge public use 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- permit (name, address, and phone number). lines, power line rights-of-way, designated 5. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- uge brochure map). We consider it hunting if chure map). you occupy a stand or blind, have a loaded 6. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- hunting firearm, or have an arrow nocked in erages (see §32.2(j)). a bow. 7. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. 6. We designate deer check station dates, 8. You must park vehicles in such a man- locations, and requirements in the refuge ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn brochure. rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- 7. We allow hunters to possess and hunt ter). from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- quarters will use a specific method to iden- lowing furbearers in season incidental to tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of other refuge hunts with legal weapons used climbing spikes or hunting from a tree into for that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, bea- which hunters have screwed or driven metal ver, bobcat, and nutria. objects (see §32.2(i)). Hunters may place a 10. You may possess or use only approved deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) while in the field. and must remove it within 48 hours after 11. You may take migratory birds with each designated hunt. shotguns shooting only approved nontoxic 8. During designated muzzleloader hunts, shot. we allow archery equipment and 12. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind muzzleloaders loaded with a single ball. material (see §27.93 of this chapter), boats, While hunting, we prohibit breech-loading and harvested waterfowl from the area no firearms of any type. later than 1 p.m. each day. 9. Hunts and hunt dates are available at 13. We allow goose, duck, merganser, and the refuge headquarters in July, and we post coot hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- them in the refuge brochure. rise until 12 p.m. (noon). We allow entry into 10. We prohibit all other public use on the the refuge at 4 a.m. refuge during muzzleloader deer hunts. 14. There is no early teal season. 15. Beginning the day before duck season D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] opens and ending the last day of duck season, we close refuge waters to all public use MATHEWS BRAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE from 1 p.m. until 4 a.m. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 16. For instances of lost or stolen public hunting of goose, duck, merganser, and coot use permits, management may issue dupli- in accordance with State regulations subject cates at their discretion, and the hunter may to the following conditions: incur a fee.

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17. We allow retriever dogs while hunting D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- migratory birds. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting with State regulations subject to the fol- of squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon on designated lowing conditions: areas of the refuge in accordance with State 1. We allow fishing in all refuge waters regulations subject to the following condi- throughout the year, except in the waterfowl tions: sanctuary, which we close from the first day 1. Conditions A2 through A9, A15, and A16 of duck season through March 1 (see refuge apply. brochure map). 2. We allow shotguns with only approved 2. Beginning the day before duck season nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) and .22 and .17 opens and ending March 1, we close refuge caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. waters to all public use from 1 p.m. until 4 3. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel and a.m. for the February rabbit hunt. 3. We prohibit trot lines, limb lines, jugs, 4. During the rabbit hunts, any person seines, and traps. hunting or accompanying another person 4. We allow frogging during the State bull- hunting must wear at least 500 square inches frog season. 2 (3,250 cm ) of unbroken, fluorescent-orange 5. With the exception for frogging during material visible above the waistline as an the State season, we limit refuge ingress and outer garment. egress for fishing to the period from 4 a.m. to 5. We prohibit horses and mules. 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. 6. Beginning the day before waterfowl season, we restrict hunting to the waterfowl MORGAN BRAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting area (see refuge brochure map). 7. We prohibit hunting over or the place- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the hunting of goose, duck, merganser, and coot direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- on the refuge in accordance with State regu- iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- lations subject to the following conditions: der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract 1. Youth hunters age 15 and under must game. possess and carry a hunter safety course card C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated main within sight and normal voice contact areas of the refuge in accordance with State of an adult age 21 or older. Hunters age 16 regulations subject to the following condi- and older must possess and carry a valid tions: signed refuge Public Use Permit certifying 1. Conditions A1 through A9, A15, A16, and that he or she understands and will comply B5 through B7 apply. with all regulations. One adult may super- 2. We allow archery hunting October 1 vise no more than one youth hunter. through January 31. 2. Before hunting and fishing, all partici- 3. State bag limits apply. pants must display their User Information/ 4. We prohibit organized drives for deer and Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) in plain feral hog. view on the dashboard of their vehicle so 5. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent that the card number is readable. to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 3. Failure to display the User Information/ feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a Harvest Report Card will result in the loss of minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground. the participant’s annual refuge public use 6. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a permit (name, address, and phone number). 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- 4. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas lines, power line rights-of-way, designated designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- chure map). uge brochure map). We consider it hunting if 5. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- you occupy a stand or blind, have a loaded erages (see §32.2(j)). hunting firearm, or have an arrow nocked in 6. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. a bow. 7. You must park vehicles in such a man- 7. We designate deer check station dates, ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn locations, and requirements in the refuge rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- brochure. ter). 8. We allow hunters to possess and hunt 8. We are open for hunting during the State from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- season except during the muzzleloader deer quarters will use a specific method to iden- hunt. tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- climbing spikes or hunting from a tree into lowing furbearers in season incidental to which hunters have screwed or driven metal other refuge hunts with legal weapons used objects (see §32.2(i)). A hunter may place a for that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, bea- deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt ver, bobcat, and nutria. and must remove it within 48 hours after 10. We allow ATVs only on designated each designated hunt. trails (see §27.31 of this chapter) (see refuge

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brochure map) from September 15 through feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a February 28. minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground. 11. You may possess or use only approved 5. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) while in the field. 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- 12. You may take migratory birds with lines, power line rights-of-way, designated shotguns shooting only approved nontoxic roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- shot. uge brochure map). We consider it hunting if 13. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind you occupy a stand or blind or have an arrow material (see §27.93 of this chapter), and har- nocked in a bow. vested waterfowl from the area no later than 6. We designate deer check station dates, 1 p.m. each day. locations, and requirements in the refuge 14. We allow goose, duck, merganser, and brochure. coot hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- 7. We allow hunters to possess and hunt rise until 12 p.m. (noon). We allow entry into from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- the refuge at 4 a.m. quarters will use a specific method to iden- 15. There is no early teal season. tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of 16. For instances of lost or stolen public climbing spikes or hunting from a tree into use permits, management may issue dupli- which hunters have screwed or driven metal cates at their discretion, and the hunter may objects. Hunters may place a deer stand or incur a fee. blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must re- 17. We allow retriever dogs while hunting move it within 48 hours after each des- migratory birds. ignated hunt. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 8. During designated muzzleloader hunts, of squirrel, rabbit, quail, and raccoon on des- we allow archery equipment and ignated areas of the refuge in accordance muzzleloaders loaded with a single ball. with State regulations subject to the fol- While hunting, we prohibit breech-loading lowing conditions: firearms of any type. 1. Conditions A1 through A11 and A16 9. Hunts and hunt dates are available at apply. the refuge headquarters in July, and we post 2. We allow shotguns with only approved them in the refuge brochure. nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)), and .22 and .17 10. We prohibit all other public use on the caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. refuge during all muzzleloader deer hunts. 3. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel and D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- quail and for the February rabbit hunt. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 4. During the rabbit and quail hunts, any with State regulations subject to the fol- person hunting or accompanying another lowing conditions: person hunting must wear at least 500 square 1. We close all refuge waters during the inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- muzzleloader deer hunt. orange material visible above the waistline 2. From November 16 to February 28, we as an outer garment. allow fishing in refuge waters north of Provi- 5. With exception for raccoon hunting, we dence Road except Providence Ponds, which limit refuge ingress and egress to the period we close from the first day of waterfowl sea- of 4 a.m. to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. son until March 1. 6. We prohibit horses and mules. 3. We open all other refuge waters March 1 7. We prohibit hunting over or the place- through November 15. ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the 4. We prohibit trot lines, limb lines, jugs, direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- seines, and traps. iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- 5. We allow frogging during the State bull- der, liquid or other feed substance to attract frog season. game. 6. With the exception for frogging during C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the State season, we limit refuge ingress and white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated egress for fishing to the period of 4 a.m. to areas of the refuge in accordance with State 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. regulations subject to the following condi- 7. Conditions A2 through A10 and A16 tions: apply. 1. Conditions A1 through A7, A9, A10, A16, PANTHER SWAMP NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and B5 through B7 apply. 2. During muzzleloader deer hunts all par- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ticipants must wear at least 500 square hunting of goose, duck, merganser, and coot inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- in accordance with State regulations subject orange material visible above the waistline to the following regulations: as an outer garment while hunting and en 1. Youth hunters age 15 and younger must route to and from hunting areas. possess and carry a hunter safety course card 3. We prohibit organized drives for deer and or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- feral hog. main within sight and normal voice contact 4. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent of an adult age 21 or older. Each hunter age to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 16 and older must possess and carry a valid,

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signed refuge public use permit (name, ad- with State regulations subject to the fol- dress, and phone number) certifying that he lowing conditions: or she understands and will comply with all 1. Conditions A1 through A10 and A18 regulations. One adult may supervise no apply. more than one youth hunter. 2. We allow shotguns with only approved 2. Before hunting or fishing, all partici- nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)), and .22 and .17 pants must display their User Information/ caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) in plain 3. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel and view on the dashboard of their vehicle so quail and for the February rabbit hunt. that the card number is readable. 4. During the rabbit and quail hunts, any 3. Failure to display the User Information/ person hunting or accompanying another Harvest Report Card will result in the loss of person hunting must wear at least 500 square the participant’s annual public use permit. inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- 4. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas orange material visible above the waistline designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- as an outer garment. chure map). 5. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- 5. Beginning the first day after the last erages (see §32.2(j)). limited draw deer hunt until March 1, we re- 6. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. strict all entry into the lower twist area. 7. You must park vehicles in such a man- 6. With exception for raccoon hunting, we ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn limit refuge ingress and egress to the period rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- of 4 a.m. to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. ter). 7. We prohibit horses and mules. 8. We are open for hunting during the State 8. We prohibit hunting over or the place- season except during the limited draw hunts. ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- lowing furbearers in season incidental to iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- other refuge hunts with legal weapons used der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract for that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, bea- game. ver, bobcat, and nutria. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 10. We allow ATVs/UTVs only on des- white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on ignated trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) (see designated areas of the refuge in accordance refuge brochure map) from September 15 with State regulations subject to the fol- through February 28. Size limitations may lowing conditions: apply (see refuge brochure). 1. Conditions A1 through A7, A9, A10, A18, 11. You may possess or use only approved and B6 through B8 apply. nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) while in the field. 2. We allow shotguns shooting only ap- 12. You may take migratory birds with proved nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) and arch- shotguns shooting only approved nontoxic ery equipment for turkey hunting. shot. 3. You must immediately tag all deer har- 13. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind vested prior to moving it during limited material (see §27.93 of this chapter), and har- hunts; we provide the tags. vested waterfowl from the area no later than 4. During all gun and muzzleloader deer 1 p.m. each day. hunts all participants must wear at least 500 14. We allow goose, duck, merganser, and square inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluo- coot hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- rescent-orange material visible above the rise until 12 p.m. (noon). We allow entry into waistline as an outer garment while hunting the refuge at 4 a.m. and en route to and from hunting areas. 15. There is no early teal season. 16. We allow hunting of snow geese during 5. We prohibit organized drives for deer or the Light Goose Conservation order seasons feral hog. by Special Use Permit. 6. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent 17. Waterfowl hunting in Unit 1 will be on to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Water- feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a fowl hunting in Unit 2 will be Friday, Satur- minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground. day, and Sunday (see refuge brochure for de- 7. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a tails). 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- 18. For instances of lost or stolen public lines, power line rights-of-way, designated use permits, management may issue dupli- roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- cates at their discretion, and the hunter may uge brochure map). We consider it hunting if incur a fee. you occupy a stand or blind, have a loaded 19. We allow retriever dogs while hunting hunting firearm, or have an arrow nocked in migratory birds. a bow. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 8. We designate deer check station dates, of squirrel, rabbit, quail, and raccoon on des- locations, and requirements in the refuge ignated areas of the refuge in accordance brochure.

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9. We allow hunters to possess and hunt each hunter may apply for only one permit. from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- We do not guarantee preferred dates. quarters will use a specific method to iden- 2. There is no early teal season. tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of 3. Hunts and hunt dates are available at climbing spikes or hunting from a tree into refuge headquarters and specified in the ref- which hunters have screwed or driven metal uge brochure. You must possess and carry a objects. Hunters may place a deer stand or signed refuge hunt permit (signed brochure) blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must re- when hunting. move it within 48 hours after each des- 4. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind ignated hunt. Hunters may place turkey material, and harvested waterfowl from the blinds the day of the hunt and remove them area no later than 12 p.m. (noon) each day after each day’s hunt. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 10. During designated muzzleloader hunts, 5. All youth hunters age 15 and younger we allow archery equipment and must remain within sight and normal voice muzzleloaders loaded with a single ball. contact of an adult age 21 or older. One adult While hunting, we prohibit breech-loading may supervise not more than two youth firearms of any type. hunters. 11. The limited draw hunts require a Lim- 6. Each day all waterfowl hunters must ited Hunt Permit assigned by random com- check in and out at the refuge’s duck check puter drawing. At the end of the hunt you station. must return the permit with information 7. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- concerning your hunt. If you fail to return erages (see § 32.2(j)). this permit, you will not be eligible for any 8. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- limited hunts the next year. Contact refuge rying firearms on the refuge must comply headquarters for specific requirements, with all provisions of State and local law. hunts, and application dates. Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in 12. Hunts and hunt dates are available at accordance with refuge regulations (see the refuge headquarters in July, and we post § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge reg- them in the refuge brochure. ulations in part 32). 13. We prohibit all other public use on the 9. Waterfowl hunters may possess only ap- refuge during all limited draw hunts. proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- § 32.2(k)). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 10. We prohibit leaving boats overnight on with State regulations subject to the fol- the refuge (see § 29.93 of this chapter). lowing conditions: 11. During the deer firearm hunts, any per- 1. We close all refuge waters during all lim- son hunting woodcock or accompanying an- ited draw hunts. other person hunting must wear at least 500 2. We open waters between the East and square inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken fluores- West levee, the Landside Ditch, and the por- cent-orange material visible above the waist- tion of Panther Creek adjacent to the West line as an outer garment. Levee year-round except during limited draw 12. We allow dogs for retrieval of migratory hunts. game birds. 3. We open all other refuge waters March 1 B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting through November 15. of squirrel, rabbit, quail, opossum, and rac- 4. We prohibit trot lines, limb lines, jugs, coon on designated areas of the refuge in ac- seines, and traps. cordance with State regulations subject to 5. We allow frogging during the State bull- the following conditions: frog season. 1. We prohibit upland game hunting within 6. With the exception for frogging during the designated areas for waterfowl hunting the State season, refuge ingress and egress when this hunt is taking place. for fishing is limited to the period of 4 a.m. 2. We only allow shotguns with approved to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. nontoxic shot for hunting upland game in 7. Conditions A1 through A7, A10, and A18 greentree reservoirs 1, 2, and 4. apply. 3. We only allow shotguns with a shot size no larger than No. 2 and rifles no larger than SAM D. HAMILTON NOXUBEE NATIONAL a standard .22 caliber for taking upland game WILDLIFE REFUGE (we prohibit .22 caliber magnums). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. We allow hunting of squirrel, raccoon, hunting of goose, duck, woodcock, and coot rabbit, quail, and opossum with dogs during on designated areas of the refuge in accord- designated hunts ance with State regulations subject to the 5. We allow the use of dogs for raccoon and following conditions: opossum hunting between the hours of legal 1. We require a $15 fee permit (name and sunset and legal sunrise. address) for waterfowl hunting, and only two 6. During the deer firearm hunts, any per- companions may accompany each permit son hunting upland game or accompanying holder. Permits are nontransferable, and another person hunting must wear at least

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500 square inches (3,200 cm2) of unbroken flu- 4. We prohibit limb lines, snag lines, and orescent-orange material visible above the hand grappling in Ross Branch, Bluff, and waistline as an outer garment. Loakfoma Lakes. 7. Conditions A3, A7, A8, and A10 apply. 5. Anglers must tag pole and set hooks 8. We prohibit the use of ATVs, horses, and with their name and address when using mules. them in rivers, creeks, and other water bod- 9. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas ies. Anglers must remove these devices when designated as being ‘‘closed’’ (see refuge bro- not in use. chure map). 6. Trotlining: 10. We require hunters to sign and carry i. Anglers must label each end of the the refuge brochure signifying they have trotline floats with the owner’s name and ad- read and understood the rules of the hunt. dress. This brochure must be in the hunter’s pos- ii. We limit trotlines to one line per per- session at all times while hunting on the ref- son, and we allow no more than two trotlines uge. per boat. 11. Valid permit holders (signed brochure) iii. Anglers must tend all trotlines every 24 may take incidental species (coyote, beaver, hours and remove them when not in use. nutria, and feral hog) during any hunt with 7. Jug fishing: those weapons legal during those hunts. i. Anglers must label each jug with their C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of name and address. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated ii. Anglers must attend all jugs every 24 areas of the refuge in accordance with State hours and remove them when not in use. regulations subject to the following condi- 8. We require a Special Use Permit for tions: night time bow fishing. 1. Conditions A3, A5, A7, A8, A10, B8, B9, 9. We prohibit fishing tournaments on all and B11 apply. refuge waters. 2. We require a $15 fee permit (name and address) for all refuge deer hunts. Hunters ST. CATHERINE CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE must sign this permit and have it in their REFUGE possession at all times while hunting. Per- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow mits are nontransferable, and each hunter hunting of duck, goose, and coot during the may apply for only one permit. State season in accordance with State regu- 3. We prohibit organized drives for deer. lations subject to the following conditions: 4. You may place portable stands on the 1. We allow hunting in Butler Lake, Salt refuge from September 1 through January 15 Lake, and Gillard Lake from 1⁄2 hour before and must remove them by January 15. legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon) on Tues- 5. Valid deer permit holders may also take days, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. feral hogs and coyotes while deer hunting. 2. If you are a hunter age 16 or older, you 6. We do not require turkey hunters to use must possess and carry a valid, signed refuge nontoxic shot in greentree reservoirs 1, 2, Public Use Permit (only signature required) and 4. certifying that you understand and will com- 7. We prohibit big game hunting in the ply with all regulations. area designated for waterfowl hunting when 3. The refuge will close for hunting when this hunt is taking place. flooding restricts safe access. 8. We will make special deer hunting blinds 4. We restrict access to Butler Lake for wa- available for persons limited to the use of a terfowl hunting only to Butler Lake Road. wheelchair by General Special Use Applica- 5. Hunters must remove harvested water- tion and Permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G). Con- fowl, temporary blinds and decoys (see § 27.93 tact the refuge office for information. of this chapter) used for duck hunting by 1 D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on p.m. daily. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic with State regulations subject to the fol- shot while hunting on the refuge (§ 32.2(k)). lowing conditions: 7. You must use portable blinds. 1. The sport fishing, boating, and bow fish- 8. Refuge users may enter the refuge no ing season extends from March 1 through Oc- earlier than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge tober 31, except for the Noxubee River and by 2 hours after legal sunset. borrow pit areas along Highway 25 that are 9. All persons in all underway boats must open year-round. Persons must possess and wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flo- carry a signed refuge fishing permit (signed tation devices. brochure) when fishing. 10. You must hand-launch boats except at 2. We prohibit anglers leaving boats over- designated boat ramps, where you may trail- night on the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chap- er-launch them. ter). 11. We allow all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) 3. Anglers must keep boat travel at idle and utility-type vehicles (UTVs) as per State speed, and they must not create a wake when WMA regulations and size specifications on moving. designated trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter)

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from September 15 through the hunting sea- hunter orange. You must wear the solid-hun- son. An ATV is an off-road vehicle with fac- ter-orange items while in the field. tory specifications not to exceed the fol- 4. Youth hunters age 15 and under must lowing: Weight 750 pounds (337.5 kg), length possess and carry a hunter safety course card 85 inches (212.5 cm), and width 48 inches (120 or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- cm). We restrict ATV tires to those no larger main within sight and normal voice contact than 25 inches (62.5 cm) × 12 inches (30 cm) of an adult age 21 or older. with a maximum 1 inch (2.5 cm) lug height 5. We must receive all applications for the and a maximum allowable tire pressure of 7 limited youth lottery draw turkey hunt by psi as indicated on the tire by the manufac- February 28 of each year. turer. 6. Youth (ages 10 to 15) gun deer and water- 12. Hunters must be age 16 or older to oper- fowl hunts will coincide with designated ate an ATV on the refuge. State youth hunts each year. Youth deer 13. State bag limits apply. hunters may use any weapon deemed legal 14. We prohibit the following acts: Posses- by the State except for buckshot, which we sion of alcohol while hunting (see § 32.2(j)); prohibit. entering the refuge from private property; 7. We prohibit insertion of metal objects hunters entering the refuge from public wa- into trees or hunting from trees that contain terways; overnight parking; parking or hunt- inserted metal objects (see § 32.2(i)). ing within 150 feet (45 m) of any petroleum 8. We prohibit the use or possession of facility or equipment, or refuge residences climbing spurs. and buildings; parking by hunters in refuge 9. You must dismantle blinds and tripods, headquarters parking lot; and use of hand- and you must remove stands from the tree guns for hunting on the refuge. each day. You must remove all stands, B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting blinds, and tripods (see § 27.93 of this chapter) of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, and from the refuge before February 7 of each woodcock in designated areas of the refuge year. in accordance with State regulations subject 10. You must check all deer harvested on to the following conditions: the refuge at one of the three self-clearing, 1. We only allow shotguns, .22 caliber rim- mandatory deer check stations. fire rifles or smaller, and muzzleloading ri- 11. State season bag limits apply. fles under .38 caliber shooting patched round 12. Conditions A2, A6 through A14, B4, and balls, except for raccoon hunting (see condi- B6 apply. tion 3iv below). We prohibit the possession of D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing during .22 caliber magnum rifles, slugs, buckshot, or daylight hours only from February 1 until rifle ammunition larger than .22 rimfire. the day prior to the State firearms season 2. You must wear a hunter-orange hat and opening each year in accordance with State upper garment when hunting in open fields regulations subject to the following condi- or reforested areas. tions: 3. We allow raccoon hunting only during 1. We require a Public Use Permit (only the month of February from legal sunset to signature required) for all anglers between legal sunrise with the following conditions: ages 16 and 65. i. We require dogs. 2. We prohibit the use of ATVs (see § 27.31(f) ii. We prohibit hunting along/from of this chapter). Carthage-Linwood Road. 3. On the Sibley Unit, we prohibit motor- iii. We prohibit the use of boats and ATVs. ized boats north of the Ring Levee. Anglers iv. You may use only .22 caliber rimfire ri- may hand-launch boats in Swamp Lake dur- fles for hunting. ing nonflood conditions. 4. You may take beaver, nutria, coyote, 4. An adult age 21 or older must supervise and hog incidental to the hunt. youth age 15 and younger who may fish in 5. Conditions A2 and A6 through A14 apply. the Kid’s Pond. We prohibit adults from fish- 6. We prohibit the following acts: Target ing in this pond. practice; marking trails with tape, paper, 5. We allow bow fishing. Bow anglers must paint, or any other artificial means; and abide by State law. riding horses or mules. 6. We allow nighttime bow fishing on the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer and refuge but only through a Special Use Per- lottery youth turkey hunting in accordance mit (FWS Form 3–1383) issued by the refuge with State regulations subject to the fol- manager. lowing conditions: 7. We prohibit the following acts: Craw- 1. We allow only still hunting. fishing and commercial fishing or possession 2. Hunters may take only one deer per day. of trotline equipment including limb lines, State regulations apply. nets, traps, yo-yos, or jugs. 3. We require hunters to wear a minimum 8. Conditions A10, A11, and A14 apply. of 400 square inches (2,600 cm 2) of unbroken TALLAHATCHIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunter orange as the outermost layer of clothing on the chest and back, and in addi- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tion, we require a hat or cap of unbroken hunting of migratory waterfowl, coots,

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snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of courage the use of dogs to retrieve dead or the refuge in accordance with State regula- wounded waterfowl. Dogs must remain in the tions subject to the following conditions: immediate control of their handlers at all 1. All hunters must comply with all State times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). hunter education requirements. All hunters 11. You must remove decoys, blinds, other age 16 and older must possess and carry a personal property, and litter (see §§ 27.93 and valid, signed refuge hunting permit (name 27.94 of this chapter) from the hunting area and address). following each morning’s hunt. We prohibit 2. We restrict all public use to the period cutting or removing trees and other vegeta- beginning 2 hours before legal sunrise and tion (see § 27.51 of this chapter). We prohibit ending 2 hours after legal sunset except dur- the use of flagging, paint, blazes, tacks, or ing the raccoon hunt. We prohibit entering other types of markers. or remaining on the refuge before or after 12. We prohibit ATVs (see § 27.31(f) of this hours. chapter), horses, and mules on the refuge. 3. We allow hunting of migratory game 13. We prohibit the use or possession of al- birds, including Light Goose Conservation coholic beverages while hunting on the ref- Order, only on Wednesdays, Fridays, Satur- uge (see § 32.2(j)). days, and Sundays from 1⁄2 hour before legal B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting sunrise and ending at 12 p.m. (noon). Hunters of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon (rac- must remove all decoys, blind material (see coon by General Special Use Permit [FWS § 27.93 of this chapter), and harvested water- Form 3–1383–G] only) on designated areas of fowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each the refuge in accordance with State regula- day. tions subject to the following conditions: 4. We prohibit public hunting north of Mis- 1. Conditions A1, A4 through A6, A8, A9, sissippi Highway 8. and A11 through A13 apply. 5. Each hunter must obtain a daily User In- 2. We restrict all public use to the period formation/Harvest Report Card (OMB–1018– beginning 2 hours before legal sunrise and 0140) available at each refuge information ending 2 hours after legal sunset. We pro- station and follow the printed instructions hibit entering or remaining on the refuge be- on the card. You must display the card in fore or after hours. We establish special pro- plain view on the dashboard of your vehicle visions for raccoon hunting; contact the ref- so that the personal information is readable. uge office for details. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must com- 3. You may possess shotguns only with ap- plete the reverse side of the card and deposit proved nontoxic shotgun shot (see § 32.2(k)), it at one of the refuge information stations. .17, .22., .22-magnum rifles, and legal archery Include all game harvested, and if you har- equipment. vest no game, report ‘‘0.’’ We prohibit hunt- 4. All hunters or persons on the refuge for ers possessing more than one User Informa- any reason during any open refuge hunting tion/Harvest Report Card at a time. season must wear a minimum of 500 square 6. We may close certain areas of the refuge inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- for sanctuary or administrative purposes. We rescent orange-colored material above the will mark such areas with ‘‘No Hunting’’ or waistline. ‘‘Area Closed’’ signs. 5. Hunters may use dogs, but they must re- 7. Waterfowl hunters may leave boats main under the immediate control of their meeting all State registration requirements handlers at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this on refuge water bodies throughout the wa- chapter). terfowl season. You must remove boats (see 6. We prohibit the cutting or removal of § 27.93 of this chapter) within 72 hours after trees and other vegetation (see § 27.51 of this the season closes. chapter). We prohibit the use of flagging, 8. We restrict motor vehicle use to roads paint, blazes, tacks, or other types of mark- designated as vehicle access roads on the refers. uge map (see § 27.31 of this chapter). We pro- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hibit blocking access to any road or trail en- white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on tering the refuge (see § 27.31(h) of this chap- designated areas of the refuge in accordance ter). with State regulations subject to the fol- 9. All hunters or persons on the refuge for lowing conditions: any reason during any open refuge hunting 1. Conditions A1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A9, and season must wear a minimum of 500 square A13 apply. inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- 2. We restrict all public use to 2 hours be- rescent orange-colored material above the fore legal sunrise and to 2 hours after legal waistline. Waterfowl hunters must comply sunset. We prohibit entering or remaining on while walking/boating to and from actual the refuge before or after hours. hunting area. Waterfowl hunters may re- 3. All hunters or persons on the refuge for move the fluorescent orange while actually any reason during any open refuge hunting hunting. season must wear a minimum of 500 square 10. We only allow dogs on the refuge when inches (3,250 cm2) of visible, unbroken, fluo- specifically authorized for hunting. We en- rescent orange-colored material above the

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waistline. We do not require this for turkey 6. We prohibit snagging or attempting to hunting. snag fish. 4. We prohibit dogs for any big game hunt. 7. We allow crawfishing. 5. We prohibit use or possession of any drug 8. We only allow take of frog by Special or device for employing such drug for hunt- Use Permit. ing (see § 32.2(g)). YAZOO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 6. We prohibit organized drives for deer. 7. We prohibit hunting or shooting across A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow any open, fallow, or planted field from hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, and ground level or on or across any public road, dove on the refuge in accordance with State public highway, railroad, or their rights-of- regulations subject to the following condi- way during all general gun and primitive tions: weapon hunts. 1. Youth hunters age 15 and under must 8. You may erect portable deer stands (see possess and carry a hunter safety course card § 32.2(i)) 2 weeks prior to the opening of arch- or certificate. Each youth hunter must re- ery season on the refuge, and you must remain within sight and normal voice contact move them by January 31 (see § 27.93 of this of an adult age 21 or older. Each hunter age chapter). We prohibit hunters leaving their 16 and older must possess and carry a valid, stands in the tree at the end of each hunting signed refuge public use permit (name, ad- day. If they wish to leave the stands on the dress, and phone number) certifying that he refuge, they may be chained to the base of or she understands and will comply with all the tree and labeled with the hunter’s name regulations. One adult may supervise no and phone number legibly written on or at- more than one youth hunter. tached to the stand. This does not reserve 2. Before hunting or fishing, all partici- the site for their exclusive use. All hunting pants must display their User Information/ sites are on a first-come, first-served basis. Harvest Report Card (OMB 1018–0140) in plain We may confiscate and dispose of deer stands view on the dashboard of their vehicle so not in compliance with these regulations. that the card number is readable. 9. Hunters using a climbing tree stand 3. Failure to display the User Information/ must use a fall-arrest system manufactured Harvest Report Card will result in the loss of to Treestand Manufacturers Association the participant’s annual refuge public use standards. permit. 4. We prohibit hunting or entry into areas 10. We prohibit cutting or removing trees designated as ‘‘CLOSED’’ (see refuge bro- and other vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chap- chure map). ter). We prohibit the use of flagging, paint, 5. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- blazes, tacks, or other types of markers. We erages (see §32.2(j)). prohibit nailing deer stands and/or steps to 6. We prohibit use of plastic flagging tape. trees and attaching any blind or stand to a 7. You must park vehicles in such a man- tree by any metal object driven, screwed, or ner as not to obstruct roads, gates, turn otherwise inserted into the tree (see § 32.2(i)). rows, or firelanes (see §27.31(h) of this chap- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- ter). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 8. We are open for hunting within specific with State regulations subject to the fol- dates and areas during the State season ex- lowing conditions: cept during limited draw deer hunts. 1. Condition A13 applies. 9. Valid permit holders may take the fol- 2. All anglers must possess and carry a lowing furbearers in season incidental to valid, signed refuge fishing permit (name and other refuge hunts with legal weapons used address) certifying that they understand and for that hunt: raccoon, opossum, coyote, bea- will comply with all regulations. ver, bobcat, and nutria. 3. We only allow bank or boat sport fishing 10. You may possess only approved south of Mississippi Highway 8. nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) while in the field. 4. We prohibit possession or use of jugs, 11. You may take migratory birds with seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/ shotguns shooting only approved nontoxic baskets, or any other similar devices and shot. commercial fishing of any kind. 12. Hunters must remove all decoys, blind 5. We only allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb material (see §27.93 of this chapter), and har- lines, crawfish traps, or any other similar de- vested waterfowl from the area no later than vices for recreational use. You must tag or 1 p.m. each day. mark them with the angler’s full name and 13 We allow goose, duck, merganser, and full residence address, including zip code coot hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- written with waterproof ink, legibly in- rise until 12 p.m. (noon). We allow entry into scribed or legibly stamped on the tag; and the refuge at 4 a.m. attend the devices a minimum of once daily. 14. There is no early teal season. When not attended, you must remove these 15. We allow hunting of snow geese during devices (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the the Light Goose Conservation Order seasons refuge. by Special Use Permit.

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16. For instances of lost or stolen public 7. We designate deer check station dates, use permits, management may issue dupli- locations, and requirements in the refuge cates at their discretion, and hunters may brochure. incur a fee. 8. We allow hunters to possess and hunt 17. We allow retriever dogs while hunting from only one stand or blind. Complex Head- migratory birds. quarters will use a specific method to iden- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting tify stands and blinds. We prohibit the use of of squirrel, rabbit, quail, and raccoon on des- climbing spikes or hunting from a tree into ignated areas of the refuge in accordance which hunters have screwed or driven metal with State regulations subject to the fol- objects. Hunters may place a deer stand or lowing conditions: blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must re- 1. We allow hunting during the open State move it within 48 hours after each des- season except during limited draw hunts. ignated hunt. Hunters may place turkey 2. Conditions A1 through A9 and A16 apply. blinds the day of the hunt and remove them 3. We allow shotguns with only approved after each day’s hunt. nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)), and .22 and .17 9. During designated muzzleloader hunts, caliber rimfire rifles for taking small game. we allow archery equipment and 4. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel and muzzleloaders loaded with a single ball. quail and for the February rabbit hunt. While hunting, we prohibit breech-loading 5. During the rabbit and quail hunts, any firearms of any type. person hunting or accompanying another person hunting must wear at least 500 square 10. Hunts and hunt dates are available at inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- the refuge headquarters in July, and we post orange material visible above the waistline them in the refuge brochure. as an outer garment. 11. We prohibit all other public use on the 6. With exception for raccoon hunting, ref- refuge during all limited draw hunts. uge ingress and egress is limited to the pe- 12. We allow archery deer hunting on the riod of 4 a.m. to 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. Brown Tract. 7. We prohibit ATVs, horses, and mules. 8. We allow rabbit hunting on the Herron D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] and Brown Tracts. 9. We prohibit hunting over or the place- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the FR 29085, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6694, Feb. 11, direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- 1994; 59 FR 55187, Nov. 3, 1994; 61 FR 45367, iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- Aug. 29, 1996; 61 FR 46396, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract 47379, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46917, Sept. 3, 1998; game. 65 FR 30785, May 12, 2000; 66 FR 46358, Sept. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 4, 2001; 68 FR 57317, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, white-tailed deer and turkey on designated 54418, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. 17, 2004; areas of the refuge in accordance with State 70 FR 54182, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33186, June regulations subject to the following condi- 11, 2008; 74 FR 45692, Sept. 3, 2009; 75 FR 18421, tions: Apr. 12, 2010; 76 FR 3980, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 1. Conditions A1 through A7, A9, A16, B6, 56078, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56047 , Sept. 11, 2012] B7, and B9 apply. 2. We allow shotguns shooting only ap- § 32.44 Missouri. proved nontoxic shot (see §32.2(k)) and archery equipment for turkey hunting. The following refuge units have been 3. During all gun and muzzleloader deer opened for hunting and/or fishing, and hunts all participants must wear at least 500 are listed in alphabetical order with square inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluo- applicable refuge-specific regulations. rescent-orange material visible above the waistline as an outer garment while hunting BIG MUDDY NATIONAL FISH AND WILDLIFE and en route to and from hunting areas. REFUGE 4. We prohibit organized drives for deer. 5. Hunting or shooting within or adjacent A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 hunting of migratory game birds on des- feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a ignated areas of the refuge in accordance minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground. with State regulations subject to the fol- 6. We prohibit hunting or shooting into a lowing conditions: 100-foot (30-m) zone along either side of pipe- 1. You must remove all your blinds, boats, lines, power line rights-of-way, designated and decoys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from roads, trails, or around parking lots (see ref- the refuge each day except for blinds made uge brochure map). We consider it hunting if entirely of marsh vegetation. you occupy a stand or blind, have a loaded 2. We prohibit cutting of woody vegetation hunting firearm, or have an arrow nocked in (see § 27.51 of this chapter) on the refuge for a bow. blinds.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 7. We require hunters to check in all har- game hunting on designated areas of the ref- vested deer with refuge personnel prior to uge in accordance with State regulations leaving the refuge. subject to the following conditions: 8. You must park all vehicles in designated 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic parking areas (see § 27.31 of this chapter). shot (see § 32.2(k)). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- 2. We allow upland game hunting on the cordance with State regulations subject to 131-acre mainland unit of Boone’s Crossing the following conditions: with archery methods only. On Johnson Is- 1. We prohibit the taking of turtle or frog land, we allow hunting of game animals dur- (see § 27.21 of this chapter). ing Statewide seasons using archery methods 2. We allow only boat fishing. We allow or shotguns using shot no larger than BB. bank fishing during managed refuge special C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of events. deer and turkey on designated areas of the 3. Anglers must remove all boats and fish- refuge in accordance with State regulations ing equipment at the end of each day’s fish- subject to the following conditions: ing activity (see § 27.92 of this chapter). 1. We prohibit the construction or use of permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders at GREAT RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE any time. 2. We prohibit hunting over or placing on A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow the refuge any salt or other mineral blocks hunting of waterfowl and coot on the Long (see § 32.2(h)). Island Division of the refuge in accordance 3. We allow only portable tree stands from with State regulations subject to the fol- September 1 through January 31. Hunters lowing condition: We allow hunting blinds must place their full name and address on constructed only on sites posted by the Illi- their stands. nois Department of Natural Resources. 4. We restrict deer and turkey hunters on B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting the Boone’s Crossing Unit, including John- of upland game species on Long Island and son Island, to archery methods only. Fox Island Divisions of the refuge in accord- 5. The Cora Island Unit is open to deer ance with State regulations subject to the hunting for archery methods only. We re- following conditions: strict hunting for other game to shotgun 1. We open Long Island and Fox Island Di- only with shot no larger than BB. visions for upland game hunting only from 1⁄2 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic hour before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after shot while hunting on the refuge (see legal sunset. § 32.2(k)); this includes turkey hunting. 2. We close Fox Island Division to all up- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- land game hunting from October 16 through ignated areas of the refuge in accordance December 31. with State regulations subject to the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of lowing condition: You must operate all mo- white-tailed deer and turkey on designated torized boats at no-wake speed. portions of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following CLARENCE CANNON NATIONAL WILDLIFE conditions: REFUGE 1. We prohibit construction or use of per- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] manent blinds, platforms, or ladders (see B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] § 27.92 of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 2. Hunters must remove all portable hunt- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the ing stands, blinds, and equipment from the refuge in accordance with State regulations refuge at the end of each day’s hunt (see subject to the following conditions: §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 1. We allow hunting only during the State- 3. On the Fox Island Division, we allow designated managed deer hunts. deer hunting only during the ‘‘Antlerless- 2. We require hunters to sign in and out of Only’’ portion of the State firearms deer sea- the refuge each day. son. 3. We prohibit shooting at deer that are on 4. On the Delair Division, we allow muzzle- any portion of the main perimeter levee. loader deer hunting only subject to the fol- 4. We allow use of portable stands, but lowing conditions: hunters must remove them at the end of i. You must possess and carry a refuge per- each day. If assigned a specific blind loca- mit. tion, you may hunt only from that location. ii. We require hunters to check in and out 5. Hunters must remove all boats, blinds, of the refuge each day. blind materials, stands, platforms, scaffolds, iii. We require hunters to record all har- and other hunting equipment (see §§ 27.93 and vested deer with refuge staff before removing 27.94 of this chapter) from the refuge at the them from the refuge. end of each day’s hunt. iv. Hunters must park all vehicles only in 6. We close the area south of Bryants Creek designated parking areas (see § 27.31 of this to deer hunting. chapter).

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5. We allow turkey hunting only on the 2. We allow hunter access from 11⁄2 hours Fox Island Division during the State spring before legal shooting time until 11⁄2 hours seasons, including youth season. We do not after legal shooting time. open to fall turkey hunting. 3. We require that all hunters register at D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the the hunter sign-in stations and complete an Long Island and Fox Island Divisions of the Upland Game Hunt Report (FWS Form 3– refuge in accordance with State regulations 2362) located at the exit kiosks prior to subject to the following conditions: exiting the refuge. 1. We prohibit the taking of turtle and frog 4. We prohibit the use of dogs for squirrel (see § 27.21 of this chapter). hunting. 2. On the Fox Island Division, we allow 5. We allow squirrel hunting from the bank fishing only along any portion of the State opening day until the day before the Fox River from January 1 through October State opening of archery deer season. 15. 6. You may only use or possess approved nontoxic shot shells while in the field (see MIDDLE MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL § 32.2(k)) and rifles chambered for rimfire WILDLIFE REFUGE cartridges. 7. Archery hunters may take squirrels, rac- Refer to § 32.32 (Illinois) for Missouri regu- coons, and bobcats while archery deer hunt- lations. ing. 8. We allow raccoon hunting by special use MINGO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE permit during the Statewide raccoon season. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game waterfowl hunting in Pool 7 and Pool 8 in ac- hunting in designated areas of the refuge in cordance with State and Federal regulations accordance with State regulations subject to and subject to the following conditions: the following conditions: 1. We allow the use of hunting dogs only 1. Conditions A3, A5, A8, A9, and B2 apply. for waterfowl hunting, provided the dogs are 2. We require that all hunters register at under the immediate control of the hunter at the hunter sign-in stations and complete the all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359) located at the exit kiosks prior to exiting 2. We allow waterfowl hunting from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 1 pm. the refuge. 3. We prohibit the use of paint, non-bio- 3. We allow archery hunting for deer and degradable flagging, reflectors, tacks, or turkey during the fall season. 4. We allow spring turkey hunting. You other manmade materials to mark trails or may only use or possess approved nontoxic hunting locations (see § 27.61 of this chapter). shot shells while in the field, including shot 4. You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, shells used for hunting wild turkey (see and blind materials brought onto the refuge § 32.2(k)). at the end of each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 5. You must remove all boats brought onto 27.94 of this chapter). the refuge at the end of each day (see § 27.93 5. We prohibit the construction or use of of this chapter). permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds (see 6. We allow archery hunting in the Ex- § 27.92 of this chapter). panded General Hunt Area through October 6. We require hunters to go through the 31. Missouri Department of Conservation daily 7. We allow portable tree stands only from draw process at Duck Creek Conservation 2 weeks before to 2 weeks after the State Area to hunt in Pool 7 and Pool 8. archery deer season with the following ex- 7. We will only open Pool 7 for waterfowl ception: In the Expanded General Hunt Area, hunting 3 days a week, when conditions you must remove all personal property. allow. 8. We allow only one tree stand per deer 8. We require hunters to read the current hunter. refuge hunting brochure that contains a 9. We allow only non-motorized boats in hunting permit (signature only required). We the Mingo Wilderness Area. require hunters to sign the permit and carry 10. We require archery deer hunters to the signed brochure while hunting. wear a hunter-orange (i.e., blaze or inter- 9 We prohibit the discharging of firearms, national orange) hat and a hunter-orange including air guns or any other weapons, on shirt, vest, or coat. These hunter-orange the refuge unless you are a hunter with a clothes need to be plainly visible from all valid refuge brochure engaged in authorized sides while scouting or hunting during the activities during established seasons. overlapping portion of the squirrel, archery B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting deer, and turkey seasons. Camouflage orange of squirrel, raccoon, and bobcat in des- does not satisfy this requirement. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- with State regulations and subject to the fol- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance lowing conditions: with State ‘‘impounded waters’’ regulations 1. Conditions A3, A8, and A9 apply. subject to the following conditions:

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1. We allow fishing year-round from 1⁄2 hour 8. We prohibit vehicles beyond the estab- before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal lished parking area located adjacent to State sunset in Red Mill Pond, Mingo River (south Highway 118 (see § 27.31 of this chapter). of Ditch 6 Road), Stanley Creek, May Pond, 9. We prohibit ATV use on the refuge. Fox Pond, and Ditches 2, 6, 10, and 11. 10. Both the guide and hunters are respon- 2. We allow fishing in moist soil units, Mo- sible for ensuring that all trash, including nopoly Marsh, Rockhouse Marsh, and spent shotgun shells are removed from the Ditches 3, 4, and 5 only from March 1 through hunt area each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of September 30. this chapter). 3. We allow fishing in May Pond and Fox 11. Violations of these rules may result in Pond only with rod and reel or pole and line. the revocation of the guide’s Special Use Anglers may only take bass greater than 12 Permit as deemed appropriate by the refuge inches (30 cm) in length from May Pond. manager. 4. We prohibit the use or possession of gas- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] oline-powered boat motors. We allow the use C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of deer is of electric trolling motors, except that we permitted on designated areas of the refuge prohibit all motors within the Wilderness subject to the following conditions: Area. 1. Permits are required. 5. We require the removal of watercraft 2. Only historic weapon hunting is per- (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge at mitted. the end of each day’s fishing activity. 3. Hunters are required to check in and out 6. We allow anglers to take nongame fish of the refuge. by nets and seines for personal use only from 4. Stands must be removed from the refuge March 1 through September 30. each day. 7. Anglers must attend trammel and gill 5. Hunting is permitted only during the nets at all times and plainly label them with special hunt season established by the State the owner’s name, address, and phone num- for the refuge. ber. D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on 8. We only allow the use of trotlines, designated areas of the refuge subject to the throwlines, limb lines, bank lines, and jug following condition: Fish, amphibians, rep- lines from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until tiles and crustaceans may only be taken 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. Anglers must re- with hand-held pole and line or rod and reel. move all fishing lines (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge at the end of each day’s SWAN LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE fishing. Anglers must mark each line with A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow their name, address, and phone number. hunting of goose on designated areas of the 9. We allow the take of common snapping refuge in accordance with State regulations turtle and soft-shelled turtle using only pole subject to the following conditions: and line. We require all anglers to imme- 1. We require Missouri Department of Con- diately release all alligator snapping turtles servation ‘‘Green Card’’ permits while hunt- (see § 27.21 of this chapter). ing on the refuge in addition to all other required Federal and State license, stamps, SQUAW CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and permits. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. Hunters must check-in and out at the hunting of light geese on designated areas of Refuge Hunter Check Station (use Missouri the refuge in accordance with State regula- Department of Conservation form) before tions during the spring conservation order and after hunting. season subject to the following conditions: 3. Goose hunting is open only on Wednes- 1. Hunters must remain within direct sight days, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and all of the guide in the hunt boundary at all Federal holidays during the late goose sea- times. son. We close to goose hunting during the 2. We allow the guide and hunters into the refuge-managed deer hunts. hunt boundary up to 2 hours prior to legal 4. Hunting hours end at 1 p.m. on Units S1, shooting time. S2, S3, T1, T3, V1, W1, and W2. Hunters using 3. Hunting will stop at 12 p.m. (noon), and these units must have all equipment re- hunters must be out of the fields by 2 p.m. moved and be out of the units by 1 p.m. (see 4. We allow hunting dogs, portable blinds, § 27.93 of this chapter). and decoys at the discretion of the guide. 5. We allow snow goose hunting in all units 5. We prohibit pit blinds. every day of the week during the designated 6. Hunting dogs must be under the imme- Spring Conservation Order Season. Hunters diate control of their handlers at all times may not check-in before 4 a.m. during the (see § 26.21 of this chapter). Conservation Order Season and must be off 7. We prohibit retrieving crippled geese of the refuge by closing hours. outside of the hunt boundary, including adja- 6. Hunters may hunt only in the designated cent private land. This includes retrieval by areas they are assigned at the check station. hunting dogs. We restrict hunters in Units A7, R1, and R4

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to hunting from the permanent blinds. Hunt- uge road (FHWA Route 100) off of State High- ers may hunt anywhere in all other units in- way E. The area open to fishing year-round side the designated unit by the use of tem- is 300 feet (90 m) upstream and 300 feet down- porary blinds or layout boats. stream of the parking lot along the banks of 7. We allow game retrieval outside of des- Elk Creek. In addition, Elk Creek is open to ignated hunting areas. We prohibit posses- fishing year-round 300 feet downstream and sion of hunting firearms while outside of the upstream from the bridge on State Highway designated area except for going to and from E. We close all fishing during the refuge- parking areas. managed deer hunts. 8. We require that hunters leash or kennel 3. We allow only nonmotorized boats on hunting dogs when outside the hunting unit. refuge waters with the exception of the Sil- 9. We restrict hunting units to parties no ver Lake impoundment. Anglers may use larger than four. motor boats on the Silver Lake impound- 10. We prohibit driving vehicles into units. ment. No wake applies to all waters on the We allow hand-pulled carts. Hunters must refuge. park vehicles in designated parking areas for 4. Anglers must remove all boats from the the unit to which they are assigned for hunt- refuge at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of ing. this chapter). 11. We prohibit cutting of woody vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chapter) on the refuge TWO RIVERS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE for blinds. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Refer to § 32.32 Illinois for regulations. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- FR 6694, Feb. 11, 1994; 61 FR 45367, Aug. 29, cordance with State regulations subject to 1996; 61 FR 46397, Sept. 3, 1996; 65 FR 30785, the following conditions: May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56404, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 1. We require a Missouri Department of 46359, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR 54362, 54426 Sept. 8, Conservation Permit, along with Missouri 2004; 70 FR 54182, Sept. 13, 2005; 70 FR 56376, Department of Conservation hunter identi- Sept. 27, 2005; 73 FR 33188, June 11, 2008; 76 FR fication tags and parking permits to hunt 3983, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56079, Sept. 9, 2011; during the managed deer hunt. 77 FR 56050, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14831, Mar. 2. We require hunters to participate in a 17, 2014] prehunt orientation for managed deer hunts. 3. You must check-in each morning and § 32.45 Montana. out each evening of the hunt at the Refuge Hunter Check Station (use Missouri Depart- The following refuge units have been ment of Conservation form). opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 4. You may not access the refuge across the are listed in alphabetical order with boundary from neighboring private or public applicable refuge-specific regulations. lands, and you must hunt in your designated area only. BENTON LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 5. We allow entry onto the refuge 1 hour prior to shooting hours (defined by State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow regulations) during managed deer hunts. You hunting of duck, goose, swan, and coot in must be off the refuge 1 hour after shooting designated areas of the refuge in accordance hours. with State regulations subject to the fol- 6. We prohibit shooting from or across ref- lowing conditions (consult refuge manager uge roads open to public vehicle use. prior to hunting to learn of changes or up- 7. We allow use of portable tree stands and dates): blinds during managed deer hunts. We re- 1. We prohibit access to refuge hunting quire all stands and blinds to have the hunt- areas from other than authorized refuge er’s name, address, and phone number at- parking areas. We prohibit hunting on or tached. Hunters must mark enclosed hunting within 25 yards (22.5 m) of dikes or roads ex- blinds and stands with hunter orange visible cept the marked portion of the dike between from all sides. Marsh Units 5 and 6. Hunters must have a 8. We prohibit hunting over or placing on means of bird retrieval, using a boat, boots, the refuge any salt or other mineral blocks or a trained dog, while hunting on this dike (see § 32.2(h)). (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 2. We allow hunting with the opening of all designated areas of the refuge in accord- waterfowl season and close November 30. ance with State regulations subject to the 3. We allow hunting during youth water- following conditions: fowl hunts in accordance with State regula- 1. We allow fishing on the refuge only dur- tions. ing refuge open hours. 4. Hunters with a documented mobility dis- 2. The Taylor Point area of Elk Creek is ability may reserve an accessible blind in ad- open to fishing year-round during daylight vance by contacting a refuge officer or call- hours. Anglers may access this area by a ref- ing the refuge office.

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5. We only allow nonmotorized boats on 2. You must remove boats, fishing equip- refuge waters. ment, and other personal property at the end 6. We allow hunting from temporary port- of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- able blinds or blinds made from natural ter). vegetation. 7. We prohibit the retrieval of downed BLACK COULEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE game from areas closed to hunting. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, and gray crane, and mourning dove on designated partridge in designated areas of the refuge in areas of the refuge in accordance with State accordance with State regulations subject to regulations subject to the following condi- the following conditions (consult refuge tions: manager prior to hunting to learn of changes or updates): 1. We only allow nonmotorized boats on 1. Conditions A2 and A7 apply. refuge waters. 2. We prohibit access to refuge hunting 2. You must remove all boats, decoys, port- areas from other than authorized refuge able blinds, other personal property, and any parking areas. materials brought onto the refuge for blind 3. We prohibit hunting on or within 25 construction by legal sunset (see §§ 27.93 and yards (22.5 m) of dikes or roads except the 27.94 of this chapter). marked portion of the dike between Marsh 3. A portion of the land within the refuge Units 5 and 6. boundary is private land (inholding); persons 4. We allow hunting during youth pheasant wishing to hunt the private land must gain hunts in accordance with State regulations. permission from the landowner. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may sport fish on of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, designated areas of the refuge as posted by gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated signs. areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- BENTON LAKE WETLAND MANAGEMENT tions: DISTRICT 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic A. Migratory Game Bird Management. We shot (see § 32.2(k)). allow migratory game bird hunting on Wa- 2. Fox and coyote hunters may only use terfowl Production Areas (WPA) throughout centerfire rifles, rimfire rifles, or shotguns the District, excluding Sands WPA in Hill with approved nontoxic shot. County and H2–0 WPA in Powell County, in 3. Condition A3 applies. accordance with State regulations and sub- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game ject to the following conditions: hunting on designated portions of the refuge 1. We prohibit the use of motorboats. in accordance with State regulations subject 2. You must remove boats, decoys, portable to the following conditions: blinds, other personal property, and any ma- 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree terials brought onto the area for blind con- stands, portable blinds, and freestanding ele- struction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 vated platforms on the refuge from August 15 and 27.94 of this chapter). to December 15. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow the 2. You must visibly mark portable tree hunting of coyotes, skunks, red fox, rac- stands, portable blinds, and freestanding ele- coons, hares, rabbits, and tree squirrels on vated platforms with your automated licens- Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) ing system (ALS) number. throughout the District, excluding Sands 3. You must remove any other personal WPA in Hill County and H2–0 WPA in Powell property brought onto the area at the end of County, in accordance with State regula- each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- tions and subject to the following conditions: ter). 1. Hunters may possess only approved 4. Condition A3 applies. nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). D. Sport Fishing [Reserved] 2. We prohibit the use of horses for any purposes. BOWDOIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game hunting on WPAs throughout the District, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow excluding Sands WPA in Hill County and H2– hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill 0 WPA in Powell County, in accordance with crane, and mourning dove on designated State regulations and subject to the fol- areas of the refuge in accordance with State lowing condition: Condition B2 applies. regulations subject to the following condi- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on tions: WPAs throughout the District in accordance 1. You must check-in and check out of the with State regulations subject to the fol- refuge daily. Before hunting, each hunter lowing conditions: must record the date, their name, and the 1. Condition A1 applies. time checking into the refuge on a register

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inside the Hunter Registration Kiosk at ref- 3. You must remove any other personal uge headquarters. After hunting, each hun- property brought onto the area at the end of ter must record hunting data (hours hunted each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- waterfowl and/or upland game and the num- ter). ber of birds harvested) before departing the 4. We allow the use of only archery, muz- refuge. zleloader (as defined by State regulations), 2. We prohibit air-thrust boats or boats or shotgun on the McNeil Slough WPA. with motors greater than 25 hp. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 3. You must remove all boats, decoys, port- WPAs throughout the District in accordance able blinds, other personal property, and any with State regulations subject to the fol- materials brought onto the refuge for blind lowing conditions: construction by legal sunset (see §§ 27.93 and 1. We prohibit use of motorboats. 27.94 of this chapter). 2. You must remove boats, fishing equip- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ment, and other personal property at the end of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated ter). areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- CHARLES M. RUSSELL NATIONAL WILDLIFE tions: REFUGE 1. Condition A1 applies. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Refuge 2. You must possess and carry a refuge Spe- open to hunting of migratory game birds in cial Use Permit to hunt fox and coyotes. accordance with State law. 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of upland shot (see § 32.2(k)). game birds, turkey and coyote is permitted 4. Fox and coyote hunters may only use on designated areas of the refuge subject to centerfire rifles, rimfire rifles, or shotguns the following condition: with approved nontoxic shot. 1. Coyote hunting allowed from the first 5. We require game bird hunters to wear at day of antelope rifle season through March 1 least one article of blaze-orange clothing annually. visible above the waist. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] big game on designated areas of the refuge in D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: BOWDOIN WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 1. We allow the use of portable blinds and A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow stands. You may install stands and blinds no migratory game bird hunting on all Water- sooner than August 1, and you must remove fowl Production Areas (WPA) (except Holm them by December 15 of each year. We limit WPA) throughout the District in accordance each hunter to three stands or blinds. The with State regulations subject to the fol- hunter must have their name, address, phone lowing conditions: number, and automated licensing system 1. We prohibit use of motorboats. number (ALS) visibly marked on the stand. 2. You must remove boats, decoys, portable 2. We allow hunting of elk on designated blinds, other personal property, and any ma- areas of the refuge. You must possess and terials brought onto the area for blind con- carry a refuge permit to hunt elk on the ref- struction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 uge. and 27.94 of this chapter). D. Sport fishing. Refuge open to sport fish- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland ing in accordance with State law, and as spe- game hunting on all WPAs (except Holm cifically designated in refuge publications. WPA) throughout the District in accordance CHARLES M. RUSSELL WETLAND MANAGEMENT with State regulations subject to the fol- DISTRICT lowing condition: Hunters may possess only approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game migratory game bird hunting on all Water- hunting on all WPAs (except Holm WPA) fowl Production Areas (WPA) in accordance throughout the District in accordance with with State regulations subject to the fol- State regulations subject to the following lowing condition: You must remove all conditions: watercraft and personal equipment following 1. We allow portable tree stands, portable each day of hunting (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms this chapter). to be left on WPAs from August 15 to Decem- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow only up- ber 15. land game bird hunting on all WPAs in ac- 2. You must label portable tree stands, cordance with State regulations subject to portable blinds, and freestanding elevated the following condition: Hunters may possess platforms with your automated licensing only approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). system (ALS) number. The label must be leg- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game ible from the ground. hunting on all WPAs in accordance with

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State regulations subject to the following areas of the refuge in accordance with State conditions: regulations subject to the following condi- 1. All tree stands must be visibly marked tions: and identified with the hunter’s name, ad- 1. We prohibit air-thrust boats and boats dress, phone number, and ALS number. with motors greater than 25 hp. Hunters must remove all tree stands no later 2. You must remove all boats, decoys, port- than December 15 of each year. able blinds, other personal property, and any 2. We prohibit permanent stands, ladders, materials brought onto the refuge for blind steps, screw-in spikes, nails, screws, and wire construction by legal sunset (see §§ 27.93 and (see § 32.2(i)). 27.94 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 3. A portion of the land within the refuge all WPAs in accordance with State regula- boundary is private land (inholding); persons tions subject to the following condition: An- wishing to hunt the private land must gain glers must remove all motor boats and other permission from the landowner. personal equipment at the end of each day B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated CREEDMAN COULEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE portions of the refuge in accordance with REFUGE State regulations subject to the following A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow conditions: hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic crane, and mourning dove on designated shot (see § 32.2(k)). areas of the refuge in accordance with State 2. Fox and coyote hunters may use only regulations subject to the following condi- centerfire rifles, rim-fire rifles, or shotguns tion: with approved nontoxic shot. 1. Most of the land within the refuge 3. We prohibit the shooting or taking of boundary is private land (inholding); persons prairie dogs. wishing to access the private land must gain 4. Condition A3 applies. permission from the landowner. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunting on designated portions of the refuge of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, in accordance with State regulations subject gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated to the following conditions: areas of the refuge in accordance with State 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree regulations subject to the following condi- stands, portable blinds, and freestanding ele- tion: Condition A1 applies. vated platforms on the refuge from August 15 C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game to December 15. hunting on designated areas of the refuge in 2. You must visibly mark portable tree accordance with State regulations subject to stands, portable blinds, and freestanding ele- the following condition: Condition A1 ap- vated platforms with your automated licens- plies. ing system (ALS) number. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. You must remove any other personal property brought onto the area at the end of HAILSTONE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGEE each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. The refuge ter). unit is open to the hunting of migratory 4. Condition A3 applies. game birds, but has no refuge-specific regu- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] lations as it follows guidelines set out in LAKE MASON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE State law. B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of upland game birds on designated areas of the migratory game birds is permitted on des- refuge subject to the following conditions: ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic lowing condition: The use of motorized boats shot while in the field. is not permitted. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] of upland game on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: HALFBREED LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE You may possess only approved nontoxic A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] shot while in the field. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. Refuge open to big C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] game hunting in accordance with State law. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved]

HEWITT LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE LAKE THIBADEAU NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated crane, and mourning dove in designated

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areas of the refuge in accordance with State 2. Hunting Hours: We will close the Water- regulations subject to the following condi- fowl Hunting Area to waterfowl hunting on tion: Mondays and Thursdays. We open the hunt- 1. Most of the land within the refuge ing area, defined by the refuge boundary boundary is private land (inholding); persons fence, 2 hours before and require departure 2 wishing to hunt the private land must gain hours after legal waterfowl hunting hours, as permission from the landowner. defined by the State. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. Registration (Kiosk Sign-In/Sign-Out of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, box): Each hunter must complete the Migra- gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated tory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361), areas of the refuge in accordance with State must set the appropriate blind selector regulations subject to the following condi- (metal flip tag) before and after hunting, and tion: Condition A1 applies. must record hunting data (hours hunted and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game birds harvested) on FWS Form 3–2361 before hunting on designated areas of the refuge in departing the hunting area. accordance with State regulations subject to 4. Blind selection is on a first-come, first- the following condition: Condition A1 ap- served basis with the exception of the open- plies. ing weekend of waterfowl season. We will D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] distribute blind permits for the opening weekend by a public drawing. We will an- LAMESTEER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGEE nounce the drawing time and place in local newspapers. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. The refuge 5. We prohibit attempting to ‘‘reserve’’ a unit is open to the hunting of migratory blind for use later in the day by depositing a game birds but has no refuge-specific regula- vehicle or other equipment on the refuge. A tions as it follows guidelines set out in State hunter must be physically present in the law. hunting area in order to use a blind. The ex- B. Upland Game Hunting. The refuge unit is ceptions are blinds 2 and 7, which may be reopen to the hunting of upland game but has served for hunters with disabilities. no refuge-specific regulations as it follows 6. We prohibit blocking access to refuge guidelines set out in State law. gates (see § 27.31(h) of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. The refuge unit is 7. Hunters with a documented mobility dis- open to big game hunting but has no refuge- ability (you must have a current year Resi- specific regulations as it follows guidelines dent with a Disability Conservation License set out in State law. issued by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks) D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may sport fish in may reserve an accessible blind in advance accordance with state law. by contacting a refuge law enforcement offi- LEE METCALF NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE cer. 8. No more than four hunters or individuals A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow may use a blind at one time. hunting of duck, goose, and coot from estab- 9. You may only possess approved nontoxic lished blinds in designated areas of the ref- shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or uge in accordance with State regulations less. subject to the following conditions (consult 10. You must conduct all hunting from refuge manager prior to hunting to learn of within the hunting blind. changes or updates): 11. All hunters must have a visible means 1. Hunting Access: Hunters must enter and of retrieving waterfowl such as a float tube, exit the Waterfowl Hunt Area (see map in waders, or a dog capable of retrieving. refuge Hunting and Fishing brochure) 12. We prohibit falconry hunting. through the Waterfowl Hunt Area parking 13. We prohibit boats, fishing, and fires (see lot. All hunters, except those with a Mon- § 27.95 of this chapter). tana disability license, must park in the Wa- 14. We require dogs be on a leash at the terfowl Hunt Area parking lot to access the hunter access point and when walking to and Waterfowl Hunt Area. For those hunters from the hunt area/blind (see § 26.21(b) of this with Montana disability licenses, contact chapter). the Refuge Manager by phone or email for 15. We require hunters to unload shotguns disability guidelines. Hunters must walk to (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) at the hunter the blind selected along mowed trails des- access point and when walking to and from ignated in the refuge Hunting and Fishing the hunt area/blind. brochure. Legal entry time into the hunting 16. Hunting Blind #8 has a minimum re- area is no earlier than 2 hours before legal quirement of six decoys. shooting hours. Wildlife observation, scout- 17. Hunting blinds require the use of a mining, and loitering during waterfowl hunting imum of six decoys with the exception of season are prohibited at the Waterfowl Hunt- blinds #1, 2, 7, 14, and 15. ing Area parking lot and on the refuge road 18. We will allow the use of a removable leading to the Waterfowl Hunt Area parking personal blind within the immediate mowed lot. area around field blind #13.

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19. Any mechanical decoy powered by bat- areas of the refuge in accordance with State tery or solar usage is prohibited. regulations and subject to the following con- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ditions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery 1. We do not allow hunting in areas posted hunting of white-tailed deer on designated as ‘‘Closed to Hunting’’ and identified in the areas of the refuge in accordance with State public use leaflet. regulations subject to the following condi- 2. We prohibit guiding and outfitting. tions (consult refuge manager prior to hunt- 3. We allow use of riding or pack stock on ing to learn of changes or updates): designated access routes through the refuge 1. Hunting Access: Hunters must enter and to access off-refuge lands as identified in the exit the hunt areas (see map in refuge Hunt- public use leaflet. ing and Fishing brochure) through the des- 4. You may not use dogs for hunting of any ignated Hunter Access Parking sites. We species. open access points to hunters intending to 5. Hunters may possess only approved immediately hunt on the refuge. We prohibit nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). wildlife observation, scouting, and loitering 6. We prohibit overnight camping and open at access points and parking areas. Hunters fires (see § 27.95(a) of this chapter). may only enter the hunt area 2 hours prior 7. We prohibit retrieval of game in areas to legal hunting hours and must exit no later closed to hunting without a refuge retrieval than 2 hours after legal hunting hours. permit. 2. We will allow archery hunting in the Wa- 8. We allow only portable or temporary terfowl Hunt Area in September except dur- blinds and tree stands. ing the youth waterfowl hunt weekend. We 9. We allow parking in designated areas will allow archery hunting on Mondays and only as identified in the public use leaflet. Thursdays in the Waterfowl Hunting Area C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of during waterfowl hunting season. elk, white-tailed deer, and mule deer within 3. Registration (Sign-In/Sign-Out box): designated areas of the refuge in accordance Each hunter must complete the Big Game with State regulations and subject to the fol- Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359) before de- lowing conditions: parting the hunting area. 1. Conditions B1 through B9 apply. 4. Tree Stands and Ground Blinds: We 2. The first week of the archery elk and allow each hunter the use of portable tree deer hunting season and the first week of stands or ground blinds. All tree stands and general elk and deer hunting season are open ground blinds must be identified with a tag to youth-only (ages 12–15 only) hunting. A that has the owner’s name and Montana non-hunting adult at least 18 years of age archery license (ALS) number on it. We pro- must accompany the youth hunter in the hibit hunters leaving each stand/blind unat- field. tended for more than 72 hours. 3. Persons assisting disabled hunters must 5. We prohibit preseason entry or scouting. not be afield with a hunting firearm, bow, or 6. Hunters may not enter or retrieve deer other hunting device. from closed areas of the refuge without the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] consent of a refuge officer. 7. We prohibit boats, fishing gear, fires (see MEDICINE LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE § 27.95 of this chapter), and firearms. 8. Hunters with a documented mobility dis- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ability may access designated locations in hunting of duck, goose, snipe, and dove on the hunting area to hunt from ground blinds. designated areas of the refuge in accordance To access these areas, hunters must contact with State regulations. the refuge manager in advance to obtain a B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Special Use Permit. of pheasant, partridge, and sharp-tailed 9. We prohibit the use of any mechanized grouse on designated areas of the refuge in vehicle to enter or exit the hunt area; this accordance with State regulations. includes bicycles. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 10. Rallying game to another hunter and/or deer and antelope on designated areas of the deer drives is prohibited. refuge in accordance with State regulations. 11. We prohibit the installation or use of D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on remote cameras on the refuge. designated areas of the refuge in accordance D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- with State regulations subject to posted ref- ignated areas (Wildlife Viewing Area) of the uge restrictions. refuge in accordance with State regulations in effect on the Bitterroot River from Tuck- NATIONAL BISON RANGE er Crossing to Florence Bridge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] LOST TRAIL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting designated areas of the refuge in accordance of turkey and mountain grouse in designated with State laws and regulations and per

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Joint State and Confederated Salish and 2. You must label portable tree stands and Kootenai Tribal regulations subject to the freestanding elevated platforms with your following conditions: name and address such that it is legible from 1. We allow public access by walk-in only. the ground. All anglers must remain within 100 feet (30 3. Condition B2 applies. m) of the creek except they may use the 4. You must remove portable ground blinds canal road to access the creek. and any other personal property at the end 2. We prohibit the use of lead or lead-based of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- lures or sinkers. ter). 3. We prohibit leaving or dumping any dead D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] animal, fish or fish entrails, garbage, or lit- NORTHWEST MONTANA WETLAND MANAGEMENT ter on the refuge (see § 27.94 of this chapter). DISTRICT NINEPIPE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] Production Areas (WPAs) throughout the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] wetland district in accordance with State C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] law (Flathead County WPAs) and per Joint D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai designated areas of the refuge in accordance Tribal regulations (Lake Count WPAs) sub- with State laws and regulations and per ject to the following conditions: joint State and Confederated Salish and 1. Hunters must remove all boats, decoys, Kootenai Tribal regulations subject to the portable blinds (including those made of na- following conditions: tive materials), boat blinds, and all other 1. We prohibit the use of lead or lead-based personal property at the end of each day (see tackle. §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 2. We prohibit the use of boats, float tubes, 2. We prohibit motorboats except on the and other flotation devices. Flathead and Smith Lake Waterfowl Produc- 3. You must remove ice fishing shelters tion Areas (WPAs) in Flathead County. Mo- and other personal property at the end of torboats must be operated at no wake each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). speeds. 4. We prohibit leaving or dumping any dead 3. We prohibit the construction or use of animal, fish or fish entrails, garbage, or lit- permanent blinds, stands, or scaffolds. ter on the refuge (see § 27.94 of this chapter). 4. We allow the use of hunting dogs, provided the dog is under the immediate control NORTHEAST MONTANA WETLAND MANAGEMENT of the hunter at all times during the State- DISTRICT approved hunting season. Commercial dog A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow trials are not allowed. Pets must be on a migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl leash at all other times. 5. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- Production Areas throughout the District in proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see accordance with State regulations subject to § 32.2(k)). the following conditions: 6. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- 1. We prohibit the use of motorboats. holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). 2. You must remove boats, decoys, portable 7. We prohibit overnight camping and open blinds, other personal property, and any ma- fires (see § 27.95(a) of this chapter). terials brought onto the area for blind con- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland struction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 game hunting on Waterfowl Production and 27.94 of this chapter). Areas (WPAs) throughout the wetland dis- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland trict in accordance with State law (Flathead game hunting on Waterfowl Production County WPAs) and per Joint State and Con- Areas throughout the District in accordance federated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regula- with State regulations subject to the fol- tions (Lake County WPAs) subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. Hunters may possess only approved 1. We prohibit hunting with a shotgun ca- nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). pable of holding more than three shells. 2. We prohibit the use of horses for any 2. Conditions A1 through A7 apply. purpose. 3. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game throughout the District in accordance with hunting on Lake County Waterfowl Produc- State regulations subject to the following tion Areas (WPAs) per Joint State and Con- conditions: federated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regula- 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree tions. We allow big game hunting on Flat- stands and freestanding elevated platforms head County WPAs in accordance with State on Waterfowl Production Areas from August regulations subject to the following condi- 25 through February 15. tions:

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1. We allow portable tree stands and/or yards (45 m) east of Odell Creek northward portable ground blinds; however, hunters from Sparrow Pond Trail Bridge to Lower must remove them and all other personal Red Rock Lake then continuing due north property at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of from the mouth of Odell Creek to the north this chapter). We prohibit construction and/ boundary. (Consult the refuge manager prior or use of tree stands or portable ground to hunting to learn the specific boundary of blinds from dimensional lumber. We prohibit the hunting area.) the use of nails, wire, screws, or bolts to at- 2. Hunters must remove all blinds, decoys, tach a stand to a tree or hunting from a tree shell casings, and other personal equipment into which a metal object has been driven (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) from (see § 32.2(i)). the refuge each day. 2. Conditions A2, A3, A6, A7, and B1 apply. 3. We only allow nonmotorized boats in the 3. Flathead, Blasdel, and Batavia WPAs are hunt area east of the Lower Red Rock Lake restricted to hunting with archery equip- dam. We allow boats with motors 10 hp or ment, shotgun, traditional handgun, muzzle- less west of Lower Red Rock Lake dam. loader, or crossbow only. 4. We prohibit the use of motorized decoys. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 5. We prohibit camping along roadsides. We all Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) allow camping only in two established camp- throughout the wetland district in accord- grounds. We restrict camping to 16 consecu- ance with State law (Flathead County tive days within any 30-day period. We pro- WPAs) and per Joint State and confederated hibit horses in the campgrounds. From Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations March 1 to December 1, all bear attractants (Lake County WPAs) and subject to the fol- including, but not limited to, food, garbage, lowing conditions: and carcasses or parts thereof, must be ac- 1. We prohibit leaving or dumping any dead ceptably stored at night (unless in imme- animal, fish or fish entrails, garbage, or lit- diate use) and during the day if unattended. ter on the refuge (see § 27.94 of this chapter). Acceptably stored means any of the fol- 2. We prohibit all public access on WPAs lowing: from March 1 to July 15 (Flathead County i. Suspended at least 10 feet high and 4 feet WPAs) each year to protect nesting birds. from any vertical support 100 yards from any 3. Conditions A2 and A7 apply. camp or hiking trail; ii. Secured in a certified bear safe con- PABLO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tainer; or iii. Secured in a hard-sided vehicle, includ- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ing an enclosed camper or horse trailer. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on deer, elk, moose, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge in accordance designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State laws and per Joint State and Con- with State hunting regulations subject to federated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regula- the following conditions: tions subject to the following conditions: 1. Moose hunting on the refuge portion of 1. We prohibit the use of lead or lead-based Montana moose hunt zone 334 opens October lures or sinkers. 15 and runs through the end of the State 2. We prohibit the use of boats, float tubes, moose season. and other flotation devices. 2. We restrict moose hunting to the willow 3. You must remove ice fishing shelters fen area south of Elk Springs Creek, east of and other personal property at the end of Upper Red Rock Lake and north and west of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). the South Valley Road, at the southeast cor- 4. We prohibit leaving or dumping any dead ner of the refuge. We prohibit moose hunting animal, fish or fish entrails, garbage, or lit- in all other areas of the refuge. ter on the refuge (see § 27.94 of this chapter). 3. We allow big game hunting (elk, white- tailed deer, mule deer, and pronghorn ante- RED ROCK LAKES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lope) on the refuge except we prohibit big A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow game hunting in the moose hunting area hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- (willow fen area), in Alaska Basin (far east ignated areas of the refuge in accordance end of the refuge), on those areas of the ref- with State hunting regulations subject to uge east of Elk Lake Road (Culver Pond/ the following conditions: Widgeon Pond Area), and east of the willow 1. We allow only goose, duck, and coot fen. hunting in the area surrounding Lower Red 4. We prohibit hunting near the Lakeview Rock Lake. The north boundary is the east- town site, near refuge headquarters, and on west running fence line 1 mile (1.6 km) north portions of Odell Creek Trail. We close those of the River Marsh. The west boundary is the areas for protection of nearby residences. west boundary of the refuge. The south (Consult the refuge manager prior to hunting boundary is the South Valley Road and Spar- to learn the specific boundary of the closed row Pond Trail. The east boundary is 50 areas.)

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5. We limit the number of hunters per day SWAN RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE during the ‘‘general’’ big game season for the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow area north of South Valley Road, south of hunting of geese, ducks, and coots on des- Red Rock River Mash, west of Upper Red ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- Rock Lake to the west refuge boundary. We lowing condition: Hunters may possess only close this area to hunting by other big game approved nontoxic shot while in the field (see hunters during the general big game season. § 32.2(k)). We select the hunters per day by annual lot- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] tery. (Consult the refuge manager to partici- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] pate in the lottery.) D. Sport Fishing. Refuge open to sport fish- 6. You may hire outfitters or ranchers for ing in accordance with State law, and as spe- the retrieval of big game only. We prohibit cifically designated in refuge publications. outfitted or guided hunting on the refuge. 7. We prohibit retrieval of game from UL BEND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE closed areas of the refuge without consent of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. The refuge a refuge employee. unit is open to the hunting of migratory 8. We prohibit use of wheeled game carts or game birds but has no refuge-specific regula- other mechanical transportation devices for tions as it follows guidelines set out in State game retrieval on portions of the refuge des- law. ignated as Wilderness Area. B. Upland Game Hunting. Refuge is open to 9. We prohibit horses north of South Valley upland game hunting in accordance with Road except for the retrieval of big game. We State laws, regulations and subject to the only allow horses for back-country access to following condition: 1. Coyote hunting allowed from the first the Centennial Mountains south of South day of antelope rifle season through March 1 Valley Road. We require the use of certified annually. weed-free hay or pellets in refuge parking C. Big Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt big lots and on refuge roads or trails. game subject to refuge-specific regulations 10. We prohibit hunting and/or shooting as designated in refuge publications. from or onto refuge lands from within 50 D. Sport Fishing. The refuge unit is open to yards (45 meters) of the centerline of any sport fishing but has no refuge-specific regu- public road open to motorized vehicles. lations as it follows guidelines set out in 11. Condition A5 applies. State law. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance WAR HORSE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE with State fishing regulations subject to the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. The refuge following conditions: unit is open to the hunting of migratory 1. We allow fishing on all refuge streams in game birds but has no refuge-specific regula- accordance with State River and Stream reg- tions as it follows guidelines set out in State ulations, unless closure is necessary to pro- law. tect nesting trumpeter swans or Arctic B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting grayling restoration efforts. of upland game birds on designated areas of 2. We allow fishing on Widgeon Pond and the refuge subject to the following condition: Culver Pond. These are open under State You may possess only approved nontoxic River and Stream regulations to fishing from shot while in the field. the bank, except for necessary closures to C. Big Game Hunting. The refuge unit is protect nesting trumpeter swans or Arctic open to big game hunting but has no refuge- grayling restoration efforts. specific regulations as it follows guidelines 3. We prohibit fishing on all other refuge set out in State law. waters. D. Sport Fishing. Refuge open to sport fish- 4. We prohibit all means of fishing except ing in accordance with State law, and as specifically designated in refuge publications. the use of pole and line or rod and reel while fishing on the refuge. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 5. We prohibit the use of felt-soled wading FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6694, Feb. 11, boots on all refuge waters. 1994; 60 FR 62044, Dec. 4, 1995; 62 FR 47379, 6. We prohibit bait fishing and allow only Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46918, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR artificial lures or flies when fishing refuge 30786, May 12, 2000; 67 FR 58946, Sept. 18, 2002; waters. 69 FR 54362, 54427, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54182, 7. We prohibit the use or possession of lead Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33189, June 11, 2008; 74 FR sinkers or any lead fishing product while 45693, Sept. 3, 2009; 77 FR 56051, Sept. 11, fishing. 2012;79 FR 14832, Mar. 17, 2014] 8. We prohibit tubes and other flotation devices while fishing on Widgeon and Culver § 32.46 Nebraska. Ponds. The following refuge units have been 9. Condition A5 applies. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and

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are listed in alphabetical order with 2. We only allow you to unleash dogs used applicable refuge-specific regulations. to locate, point, and retrieve upland and small game and migratory birds on the ref- BOYER CHUTE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uge while hunting (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 3. We open the refuge to hunting from Sep- hunting of ducks, geese, and coots on des- tember 1 through January 31 in accordance ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- with State regulations. lowing conditions: 4. We allow decoys, but hunters must re- 1. Hunters may access the refuge from 11⁄2 move them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the hours before legal sunrise until 1 hour after end of each day. legal sunset along the immediate shoreline 5. We restrict vehicles to roads that are and including the high bank of the Missouri open to the public (see § 27.31 of this chapter). River. You may access the hunting area by We prohibit hunters taking vehicles off of water or, if by land, only within the public approved roads to set up blinds, decoys, or to use area of the Island Unit. retrieve game or for any other purposes 2. You must remove all blinds and decoys other than emergencies. We allow parking at the conclusion of each day’s hunt. within one vehicle length of the road. 3. You must adhere to all applicable State 6. We prohibit publicly organized hunts un- hunting regulations. less authorized under a Special Use Permit. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 7. We only allow temporary blinds and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of stands, and hunters must remove them (see white-tailed deer in accordance with State § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end of each day. regulations subject to the following condi- 8. We only allow floating blinds on Island tion: You must possess and carry a refuge ac- Lake. We prohibit all boats (including a cess permit (signed brochure) at all times floating device of any kind) on all other ref- while in the hunting area. Hunters may uge lakes. enter the hunting areas only within the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting dates listed on the refuge access permit. of cottontail rabbit, jack rabbit, furbearer, D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- coyote, ring-necked pheasant, and prairie ignated areas of the refuge in accordance grouse on designated areas of the refuge in with State regulations subject to the fol- accordance with State regulations subject to lowing conditions: the following conditions: 1. We allow personally attended hook and 1. Conditions A1 through A6 apply. line fishing and archery fishing (rough fish 2. We prohibit baiting. We allow electronic only) from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 calls for coyote and furbearer hunting. hour after legal sunset. 3. Coyotes and all furbearers or their parts, 2. We allow boating at no-wake speeds, not if left in the field, must be left out of view of to exceed 5 mph (8 km), on side or back chan- the public. Otherwise hunters must remove nels. We prohibit all watercraft in the Boyer them from the refuge and properly dispose of Chute waterway or other areas as posted. them. 3. We prohibit the use of trotlines, float C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of lines, bank lines, or setlines. white-tailed deer and mule deer on des- 4. We prohibit ice fishing. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 5. We prohibit digging or seining for bait. with State regulations subject to the fol- 6. We prohibit the take or possession of lowing conditions: turtles or frogs. 1. Conditions A1, A4, A5, A6, and A7 apply. 7. Anglers may use no more than two lines 2. We prohibit tree stands that cause dam- and two hooks per line. age to the tree by penetrating into the bark and tree climbing spikes or screw-in steps CRESCENT LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE that penetrate beyond the outer bark of a A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tree (see § 32.2(i)). hunting of waterfowl and coot in designated D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ignated areas of the refuge in accordance regulations subject to the following condi- with State regulations subject to the fol- tions: lowing conditions: 1. We close the refuge to the general public 1. We close the refuge to the general public from legal sunset to legal sunrise. However, from legal sunset to legal sunrise. However, hunters may enter the designated hunting anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before area 2 hours before legal sunrise and must be legal sunrise and remain until 1 hour after back to their vehicle in the process of leav- legal sunset. ing the refuge 2 hours after legal sunset. Of- 2. We open Island Lake to fishing year- ficial shooting hours are from 1⁄2 hour before round and open Smith and Crane Lakes to legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset fishing seasonally from November 1 through for deer, coyote, and furbearer hunters; and February 15. We close all other refuge lakes. from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until legal 3. We prohibit the possession or use of live sunset for all other hunters. or dead minnows and the possession of any

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fish not taken lawfully from one of the ref- from the ground. Tree stands, elevated plat- uge lakes open to fishing. forms, and/or ground blinds may be put up no 4. We only allow boating and float tubes on earlier than the opening day of deer season Island Lake. We prohibit use of internal and must be removed by the last day of deer combustion motors for boats on Island Lake; season. we close all other refuge lakes to boating or 10. We prohibit hunting during the Ne- float tubing. braska November Firearm Deer Season. 5. We prohibit leaving temporary shelters 11. We prohibit the use of game carts or used for fishing overnight on the refuge. any other wheeled device to retrieve game on the Wilderness Area portion of the refuge DESOTO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE that is opened for hunting. Refer to § 32.34 Iowa for regulations. 12. We prohibit the marking of any tree or other refuge feature with reflectors, flag- FORT NIOBRARA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ging, paint, or other substances. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 13. We prohibit the use of electronic or B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] photographic trail monitoring devices. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- deer and elk on designated areas of the ref- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance uge in accordance with State regulations with State regulations subject to the fol- subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. We require the submission of a Big/Up- 1. We only allow fishing on the portions of land Game Hunt Application (FWS Form 3– the Minnechaduza Creek and downstream 2356). We require hunters to carry a signed from Cornell Dam along the Niobrara River refuge hunting access permit (hunt applica- that flows through the refuge. tion signed by the refuge officer) while hunt- 2. We prohibit the use of limb or set lines. ing. We require hunters to complete a Big 3. We prohibit the take of baitfish, reptiles, Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359) and and amphibians. return it to the refuge at the conclusion of 4. We prohibit use or possession of alco- the hunting season. holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands 2. We allow deer hunting with muzzleloader and waters. and archery equipment. We prohibit deer hunting with firearms capable of firing car- NORTH PLATTE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tridge ammunition. [Reserved] 3. We establish the dates when the refuge is A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. open to hunting access annually. We specify B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting the hunting access dates on the refuge hunt- of squirrel, rabbit, pheasant, State-defined ing access permit. furbearers, and coyote on designated areas of 4. We allow deer hunting in the area de- the refuge in accordance with State regula- fined as, ‘‘Those refuge lands situated north tions subject to the following conditions: and west of the Niobrara River.’’ We allow 1. We close the Lake Alice Unit to all pub- access to this area only from designated ref- lic entry from October 15 through January uge parking areas and the Niobrara River. 14. 5. We prohibit hunting within 200 yards (180 2. Hunters must be 15 years of age or meters) of any public use facility. younger. A licensed hunter 19 years of age or 6. We allow hunter access from 2 hours be- older must accompany youth hunters. We fore legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal prohibit adults accompanying youth hunters sunset. to hunt or carry firearms. The accompanying 7. We allow horses within the wilderness adult is responsible for ensuring that the area. We limit horse use to three groups at a hunter does not engage in conduct that time and no more than five horses per group. would constitute a violation of refuge or We prohibit horses from 2 hours after legal State regulations. sunset until 2 hours before legal sunrise. We 3. We close the refuge to public use from require registration at the refuge head- legal sunset to legal sunrise. However, youth quarters prior to horse use during the hunt- hunters and their adult guides may enter the ing season. We limit horse access to the wil- designated hunting area 1 hour prior to legal derness area via the refuge corrals and buf- sunrise. falo bridge. 4. We only allow dogs for pheasant-hunting 8. We allow canoes, kayaks, and float tubes on the refuge. capable of carrying no more than four people C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery on the Niobrara River below Cornell Dam. hunting of mule deer and white-tailed deer 9. We require tree stands, elevated plat- on designated areas of the refuge in accord- forms, and ground blinds to be removed ance with State regulations subject to the daily. We require hunters to clearly label un- following conditions: attended tree stands, elevated platforms, and 1. We close the Lake Alice Unit to all pub- ground blinds with the hunter’s name and lic entry from October 15 through January address or hunting license number legible 14.

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2. We close the refuge to public use from throughout the District, excluding legal sunset to legal sunrise. However, arch- McMurtrey WPA in Clay County, in accord- ery deer hunters may enter the designated ance with State regulations subject to the hunting area 1 hour prior to legal sunrise following conditions: and remain until 1 hour after legal sunset. 1. We allow portable tree stands and/or C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] portable ground blinds; however, you must D. Sport Fishing. Sport fishing is allowed on remove them along with any other personal designated areas of the refuge pursuant to property at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 State law. and 27.94(a) of this chapter). 2. Conditions A3 through A8 apply. RAINWATER BASIN WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow District, excluding McMurtrey WPA in Clay migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl County, in accordance with State regula- Production Areas (WPA) throughout the Dis- tions subject to the following conditions; trict, excluding McMurtrey Waterfowl Pro- 1. You must remove all boats, boat trail- duction Area in Clay County, in accordance ers, vehicles, fishing equipment, and other with State regulations subject to the fol- personal property from the WPAs at the end lowing conditions: of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94(a) of this 1. We prohibit the use of motorboats. We chapter). allow only nonpowered motorboats and those 2. Conditions A1 and A5 apply. powered by electric motors (see § 27.32 of this chapter). VALENTINE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. You must remove boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any ma- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow terials brought onto the area for blind con- hunting of waterfowl and coots on des- struction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 ignated areas of the refuge in accordance and 27.94(a) of this chapter). with State regulations and subject to the fol- 3. You may leave temporary blinds, other lowing refuge-specific regulations: than portable blinds, constructed of natural 1. We close the refuge to the general public vegetation found on site overnight. We pro- from legal sunset to legal sunrise; however, hibit bringing any type of live or dead vege- we allow hunter access from 2 hours before tation onto the WPAs for any purpose at any legal sunrise to 2 hours after legal sunset. time (see § 27.52 of this chapter). Construc- 2. We only allow you to unleash dogs used tion of these temporary blinds does not con- to locate, point, and retrieve upland and stitute exclusive use of the blind (see § 27.92 small game and migratory birds on the ref- of this chapter). uge while hunting (see § 26.21(b) of this chap- 4. We prohibit exercising, running, train- ter). ing, or hunting with dogs from May 1 to July B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 31; and dogs must be on a leash during this of sharp-tailed grouse, prairie chicken, ring- time period. At all other times during the necked pheasant, dove, and coyote on des- hunting season, dogs must be under the own- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance er’s immediate control (see § 26.21(b) of this with State regulations and subject to the fol- chapter). lowing refuge-specific regulations: 5. We prohibit camping and/or open fires 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. (see § 27.95(a) of this chapter). 2. Coyote hunting is allowed from the Sat- 6. We restrict the use of all motorized vehicles, including ATVs and/or snowmobiles, to urday closest to November 13 through March 1 designated parking lots only (see § 27.31 of 15. Shooting hours are ⁄2 hour before sunrise 1 this chapter). to ⁄2 hour after sunset. The use of dogs or 7. We prohibit the use of all firearms for bait to hunt coyotes is prohibited. target practice (see § 27.41 of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 8. We prohibit the use of horses for any white-tailed and mule deer on designated purpose (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). areas of the refuge in accordance with State B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland regulations and subject to the following ref- game hunting on Waterfowl Production uge-specific condition: Condition A1 applies. Areas throughout the District, excluding D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- McMurtrey WPA in Clay County, in accord- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance ance with State regulations subject to the with State regulations and subject to the fol- following conditions: lowing refuge-specific regulations: 1. Hunters may possess only approved 1. We close the refuge to the general public nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). from legal sunset to legal sunrise; however, 2. We prohibit the shooting or harvesting anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before of black-tailed prairie dogs. legal sunrise and remain 1.5 hours after legal 3. Conditions A4 through A8 apply. sunset. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 2. We prohibit the take of reptiles, amphib- hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas ians, and minnows, with the exception that

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bullfrogs may be taken on refuge lakes open 1. We allow hunting only on designated to fishing. days. 2. We only allow motorless boats or boats [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 with electric motors on the refuge hunting FR 55187, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62044, Dec. 4, area during the migratory waterfowl hunting 1995; 61 FR 45367, Aug. 29, 1996; 62 FR 47380, season. Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46918, Sept. 3, 1998; 68 FR 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic 57317, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, 54428, Sept. 8, shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 2004; 70 FR 54183, Sept. 13, 2005; 76 FR 3984, B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56080, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR of quail and rabbit on designated areas of the 56052, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14834, Mar. 17, 2014] refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: § 32.47 Nevada. 1. We only allow hunting on designated The following refuge units have been days. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 2. Conditions A3 applies. are listed in alphabetical order with C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] applicable refuge-specific regulations. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance ASH MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE with State regulations subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1. We allow fishing year-round with the ex- hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, snipe, ception of the North Marsh that we close Oc- and dove on designated areas of the refuge in tober 1 to February 1. accordance with State regulations subject to 2. We only allow motorless boats or boats the following conditions: with electric motors on the Upper Lake, 1. We allow hunting only on designated Middle Pond, and Lower Lake. days. 3. We prohibit the use of boats, rubber 2. We only allow motorless boats or boats rafts, or other flotation devices on the North with electric motors on the refuge hunting Marsh. area during the migratory waterfowl hunting season. RUBY LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. We open the refuge to the public from 1 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour after hunting of dark geese, ducks, coots, legal sunset. moorhens, and common snipe on designated 4. You may only possess approved nontoxic areas of the refuge in accordance with State shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). regulations and subject to the following con- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ditions: of quail and rabbit on designated areas of the 1. The refuge is open to the public from 1 refuge in accordance with State regulations hour before sunrise until 2 hours after sun- subject to the following conditions: set. 1. Conditions A3 and A4 apply. 2. We do not allow permanent or pit blinds 2. We only allow hunting on designated on the refuge. You must remove all blind days. materials and decoys following each day’s C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunt. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Desert National Wildlife Refuge C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ignated areas of the refuge in accordance B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] with State laws and subject to the following C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of bighorn conditions: sheep is permitted on designated areas of the 1. The refuge is open to the public from 1 range subject to the following conditions: hour before sunrise until 2 hours after sun- 1. Bighorn sheep guides are required to ob- set. tain a Special Use Permit prior to taking cli- 2. We allow fishing by wading and from ents onto the range. personal flotation devices (float tubes) and 2. Natural bighorn sheep mortality (pick- bank fishing in designated areas. up heads) found on the range are government 3. You may use only artificial lures in the property and possession or removal of them Collection Ditch and adjoining spring ponds. from the range is not permitted. 4. We do not allow boats on refuge waters D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] from January 1 through June 14. 5. During the boating season, we allow PAHRANAGAT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE boats only on the South Marsh. June 15 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow through July 31, we allow only motorless hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, snipe, boats or boats with battery-powered electric and dove on designated areas of the refuge in motors. Anglers must remove all gasoline- accordance with State regulations subject to powered motors. August 1 through December the following conditions: 31, we allow only motorless boats and boats

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propelled with motors with a total of 10 STILLWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE horsepower or less. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 6. We allow launching of boats only from hunting of migratory game birds on des- designated landings. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 7. We prohibit the possession of live or with State regulations subject to the fol- dead bait fish, any amphibians (including lowing conditions. frogs), and crayfish on the refuge. 1. We prohibit hunting inside the posted no 8. We do not allow storage of boats of any hunting zone around the residence of the kind on the refuge beginning January 1 former Alves property. through May 31. 2. We prohibit hunting inside the posted no 9. We do not allow off-road vehicles on the hunting zone located south of Division Road refuge. as shown in the refuge brochure. SHELDON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 3. We prohibit loaded weapons (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) inside the posted retrieval A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow zone. The zone begins on the north edge of hunting of goose, duck, and coot on the ref- Division Road and extends 200 yards (180 m) uge in accordance with State regulations northward. subject to the following conditions: 4. We allow persons to transport rifles and 1. We prohibit hunting on the following pistols through the refuge only when un- waters: Big Spring Reservoir, Catnip Res- loaded and cased (see § 27.42(b) of this chap- ervoir, Dunfurrena Ponds, and the ‘‘Little ter). Sheldon’’ portion of the refuge. 5. We prohibit boating outside of the wa- 2. We only allow nonmotorized boats or terfowl and youth waterfowl hunting season boats with electric motors. except in Willow Lake where we allow non- 3. We only allow portable blinds and tem- motorized boating all year. porary blinds constructed of synthetic mate- 6. We prohibit boats on Swan Lake, the rial. northeast corner of North Nutgrass Lake, B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting and the north end of Pintail Bay. We allow of quail, grouse, and chukar on the refuge ex- the use of nonmotorized carts, sleds, floating cept in the following areas: The ‘‘Little Shel- blinds, and other floating devices in these don’’ portion of the refuge and around the areas to transport hunting equipment and to Dunfurrena Ponds in accordance with State conceal hunters, but not to transport hunt- regulations subject to the following condi- ers. tion: We allow sage grouse hunting and re- 7. We only allow outboard motor boats on quire a State permit. Lead Lake, Tule Lake, Goose Lake, South C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Nutgrass Lake, the southeast corner of deer, antelope, and bighorn sheep on the ref- North Nutgrass Lake, and south end of Pin- uge except in the following areas: The ‘‘Lit- tail Bay. tle Sheldon’’ portion of the refuge and 8. We only allow air-thrust boats on Goose around Dunfurrena Ponds in accordance with Lake, South Nutgrass Lake, the southeast State regulations subject to the following corner of North Nutgrass Lake, and the conditions: south end of Pintail Bay. 1. We allow ground blinds, and you must 9. You may not operate air-thrust boats not construct them earlier than 1 week prior until 1 hour after the legal shooting time on to the opening day of the legal season for opening day of waterfowl season. which you have a valid permit. 10. We require air-thrust boat owners to 2. You must remove blinds (see § 27.93 of get a Special Use Permit from the refuge this chapter) within 24 hours of harvesting manager and to display a number on their an animal or at the end of the permittee’s airboats. legal season. 11. We allow nonmotorized boats on all 3. You must tag blinds with the owner’s lakes and bays except Swan Lake, the north- name and permit number. east corner of North Nutgrass Lake, and the 4. We prohibit destruction of natural vege- north end of Pintail Bay. tation (see § 27.51 of this chapter) or below- 12. We prohibit all-terrain vehicles on the ground excavation. refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in Big 13. We only allow parking on boat landings Spring Reservoir, Catnip Reservoir, and in and designated parking areas. the Dunfurrena Ponds in accordance with 14. We only allow camping in designated State regulations subject to the following areas. conditions: 15. We prohibit campfires (see § 27.95 of this 1. We only allow nonmotorized boats or chapter). boats with electric motors. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 2. We only allow individuals who are age 12 of upland game species on designated areas or under, age 65 or older, or disabled to fish of the refuge in accordance with State regu- in McGee Pond. lations subject to the following conditions:

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1. Conditions A1, A2, A4, A12, A13, A14, and 20 hunters for each day for a total of 40 hunt- A15 apply. ers. We also draw 20 alternate hunters. 2. Hunters must only use shotguns with ap- 4. A licensed and permit-holding adult who proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). is at least age18 must accompany youth 3. We prohibit the use or possession of lead hunters up to age 16 when hunting. We shot (see §32.2(k)). charge no refuge permit fee to youth hunt- 4. We prohibit hunting after legal sunset. ers. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 5. Youth hunters must have successfully mule deer on designated areas of the refuge completed a State hunter education course. in accordance with State regulations subject 6. We require deer hunters to wear in a to the following conditions: visible manner on the head, chest, and back, 1. Conditions A1, A2, A12, A13, A14, and A15 a minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of apply. solid-colored, blaze-orange clothing or mate- 2. Hunters must only use shotguns, muzzle- rial. loading weapons, or bow and arrow. 7. We only allow shotgun hunting with 3. We allow persons to transport centerfire slugs. We prohibit other firearms, including rifles and pistols through the refuge only handguns, at any time while on the refuge. when unloaded and cased (see § 27.42(b) of this 8. You must unload shotguns (see § 27.42(b) chapter). of this chapter) outside of legal State hunt- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ing hours and while traveling through any designated safety zone. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 9. We only allow portable tree stands that FR 6694, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62044, Dec. 4, hunters must remove (see § 27.93 of this chap- 1995; 61 FR 46397, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47380, ter) at the end of the day. Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46919, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 10. Refuge hunting regulations, as listed in 30786, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56405, Sept. 18, 2000; the Hunter Information Package and map, 66 FR 46360, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58948, Sept. will be in effect, and hunters must be in com- 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54429, Sept. 8, 2004; 74 FR pliance with State law. 45693, Sept. 3, 2009; 74 FR 50737, Oct. 1, 2009; 76 11. The refuge is located in Newington, FR 56080, Sept. 9, 2011] New Hampshire, along the eastern shoreline of Great Bay. McIntyre Road borders the ref- § 32.48 New Hampshire. uge to the east. The southern boundary be- We have opened the following refuge gins approximately 1⁄4 mile (.4 km) north of unit to hunting and/or fishing with ap- the intersection of Fabyan Point Road and McIntyre Road and continues west to the plicable refuge-specific regulations: shoreline of Great Bay. The northern boundary begins approximately 150 feet (45 m) GREAT BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE south of the intersection of McIntyre Road A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow and Little Bay Road and continues west to hunting of waterfowl in accordance with the shoreline of Great Bay. The western State regulations subject to the following boundary is the shoreline of Great Bay. conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. We do not require a separate Federal permit for waterfowl hunting. SILVIO O. CONTE NATIONAL FISH AND 2. We allow hunting within the refuge WILDLIFE REFUGE boundary upon navigable waters from within A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow a boat. We prohibit access to land areas, mud hunting of duck, goose, common snipe, and flats, rocks, or marsh grass above mean high American woodcock on the Pondicherry Di- tide within the refuge. We prohibit hunters vision of the refuge in accordance with State retrieving birds inland of the boundary signs. regulations subject to the following condi- 3. We only allow portable blinds. You must tions: remove all decoys, blinds, and boats (see 1. You may only use portable blinds. You § 27.93 of this chapter) each day. must remove all blinds, decoys, shell casings, B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] and other personal equipment and refuse C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of from the refuge by legal sunset (see §§ 27.93 white-tailed deer on designated areas of the and 27.94 of this chapter). refuge in accordance with State regulations 2. You must wear in a conspicuous manner subject to the following conditions: on the outermost layer of the head, chest, 1. The deer hunt will be the first weekend and back a minimum of 400 square inches of the State’s either-sex season for Wildlife (2,600 cm 2) of hunter-orange clothing or ma- Management Unit M, usually held in Novem- terial, except when hunting waterfowl from a ber. blind or boat or over waterfowl decoys. 2. We close the refuge to all other public 3. We allow the use of retrieving dogs but use during the hunt weekend. dogs must be under voice command at all 3. We require a fee for a Quota Deer Hunt times (see § 26.21 of this chapter). Application (FWS Form 3–2354) which you 4. We allow hunting during the hours stipu- must possess and carry. We draw, by lottery, lated under the State’s hunting regulations

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but no longer than from 1⁄2 hour before legal 7. We will only allow dog training outside sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. We pro- the established hunting seasons under a Spe- hibit night hunting. You must unload all cial Use Permit issued by the Refuge Man- firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) outside ager. of legal hunting hours. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 5. We prohibit all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s or OHV’s). UMBAGOG NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of coyote, fox, raccoon, woodchuck, red hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, squirrel, eastern gray squirrel, porcupine, snipe, and woodcock in accordance with skunk, American crow, snowshoe hare, ring- State regulations, seasons, and bag limits necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse on the subject to the following conditions: Pondicherry Division of the refuge in accord- 1. You must wear hunter-orange clothing ance with State regulations subject to the or material in accordance with State of following conditions: Maine regulations for the season and/or spe- 1. You must wear in a conspicuous manner cies you are hunting. on the outermost layer of the head, chest, 2. At various locations on the refuge, we and back, a minimum of 400 square inches will provide permanent refuge blinds, which (2,600 cm2) of hunter-orange clothing or ma- are available for public use by reservation. terial. Hunters may make reservations for par- 2. Conditions A3, A4, and A5 apply. ticular blinds up to 1 year in advance, for a 3. We allow hunting of snowshoe hare and maximum of 7 days, running Monday coyote with dogs from October 1 to March 15. through Sunday during the hunting season. You may hunt with trailing dogs on the ref- Hunters may make reservations for addi- uge subject to the following conditions: tional weeks up to 7 days in advance, on a i. We will only allow dog training outside space-available basis. We allow no other per- the established hunting seasons under a Spe- manent blinds. Hunters must remove tem- cial Use Permit issued by the refuge man- porary blinds, boats, and decoys from the ager. refuge following each day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 ii. We allow a maximum of four dogs per and 27.94 of this chapter). hunter. 3. You may use dogs to assist in hunting iii. You must pick up all dogs the same day and retrieval of harvested birds. We prohibit you release them (see § 26.21(b) of this chap- dog training on the refuge. ter). 4. We open the refuge to hunting during the hours stipulated under the State’s hunt- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ing regulations. We close the refuge to night white-tailed deer, moose, black bear, and hunting. Hunters must unload all hunting wild turkey on the Pondicherry Division of firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) outside the refuge in accordance with State regula- of legal hunting hours. tions subject to the following conditions: 5. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- 1. We allow bear hunting with dogs during cles (ATVs or OHRVs) on refuge land (see the established State hound season. Hunting § 27.31(f) of this chapter). with trailing dogs on the refuge will be sub- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ject to the following conditions: of coyote (see C. Big Game Hunting), fox, i. We allow a maximum of four dogs per raccoon, woodchuck, squirrel, porcupine, hunter. skunk, snowshoe hare, ring-necked pheasant, ii. You must pick up all dogs the same day and ruffed grouse in accordance with State you release them (see § 26.21(b) of this chap- regulations, seasons, and bag limits subject ter). to the following conditions: 2. We prohibit the use of bait (see § 32.2(h)). 1. We prohibit night hunting. 3. We allow temporary tree stands and 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic blinds, but you must remove them (see shot when hunting with a shotgun (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) by the end of § 32.2(k)). the season. Your name and address must be 3. We open the refuge to hunting during clearly visible on the tree stand. We prohibit the hours stipulated under the State’s hunt- nails, screws, or screw-in climbing pegs to ing regulations. We close the refuge to night build or access a stand or blind (See § 32.2(i)). hunting. Hunters must unload all hunting 4. You must wear in a conspicuous manner firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) and nock on the outermost layer of the head, chest, no arrows outside of legal hunting hours. and back a minimum of 400 square inches 4. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- (2,600 cm2) of hunter-orange clothing or ma- cles (ATVs or OHRVs) on refuge land (see terial, except when hunting turkey or while § 27.31(f) of this chapter). engaged in archery hunting. 5. Condition A1 applies. 5. Conditions A4 and A5 apply. 6. We allow hunting of snowshoe hare, ring- 6. We allow prehunt scouting of the refuge; necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse with dogs however, we prohibit firearms during during State hunting seasons. We prohibit prehunt scouting. dog training on the refuge.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. You must remove all hunting blind ma- bear, coyote, white-tailed deer, and moose in terials, boats, and decoys at the end of each accordance with State regulations, seasons, hunting day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). We and bag limits subject to the following con- prohibit permanent or pit blinds. ditions: 4. The common snipe season on the refuge 1. We open the refuge to hunting during begins with the start of the State early the hours stipulated under the State’s hunt- woodcock south zone season and continues ing regulations. We prohibit night hunting. through the end of the State common snipe Hunters must unload all hunting firearms season. (see § 27.42 of this chapter) and nock no ar- 5. You may possess only approved nontoxic rows outside of legal hunting hours. shot in the field while hunting migratory 2. We allow bear and coyote hunting with game birds (see § 32.2(k)). dogs during State hunting seasons. We pro- 6. We allow the use of retrieving and/or hibit dog training on the refuge. pointing dogs; however, the dogs must be 3. We allow prehunt scouting of the refuge; under the hunter’s control at all times (see however, we prohibit dogs and firearms dur- § 26.21(b) of this chapter), and we prohibit ing prehunt scouting. groups of three or more dogs per hunter. We 4. Each hunter must wear hunter-orange prohibit dog training at all times clothing or material in accordance with 7. We prohibit hunting on Sunday. State of Maine regulations for the season 8. We prohibit falconry. and/or species you are hunting. 9. We prohibit motorized and nonmotorized 5. We allow temporary tree stands and vehicles on refuge lands. This includes, but is blinds, but you must remove them (see § 27.93 not limited to, vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, of this chapter) by the end of the season. We dirt bikes, motorcycles, and bicycles. prohibit nails, screws, or screw-in climbing 10. We prohibit hunting on all areas posted pegs to build or access a stand or blind (See ‘‘Area Closed’’ and all areas marked as § 32.2(i)). closed on the refuge ‘‘Hunt Map.’’ 6. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting cles (ATVs or OHRVs) on refuge land. of rabbit and squirrel on designated areas of D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: [65 FR 30786, May 12, 2000, as amended at 65 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A7 through A10 FR 56405, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR 54362, 54430, apply. Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54183, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 2. We will allow rabbit and squirrel hunt- 33192, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45693, Sept. 3, 2009; ing following the end of the State’s Six-Day 77 FR 56053 ,Sept. 11, 2012] Firearm Season for white-tailed deer, and it will end at the close of the regular rabbit § 32.49 New Jersey. and squirrel season. The following refuge units have been 3. We prohibit the use of dogs for hunting opened to hunting and/or fishing, and rabbit and squirrel. We prohibit dog training are listed in alphabetical order with at all times. 4. You must remove all hunting stands, applicable refuge-specific regulations. blinds, and hunting materials at the end of each hunting day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). CAPE MAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE We prohibit permanent stands or blinds. We A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow prohibit marking (this includes but is not hunting of waterfowl, coot, moorhen, rail, limited to, the use of flagging, bright eyes, common snipe, and woodcock on designated tacks, and paint), cutting, and/or removal of areas of the refuge in accordance with State trees or vegetation (see § 27.61 of this chap- regulations subject to the following condi- ter). tions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 1. We allow hunting only on those refuge white-tailed deer and turkey on designated tracts located west of Route 47 in the Dela- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ware Bay Division and on those tracts north regulations subject to the following condi- of Route 550 in the Great Cedar Swamp Divi- tions: sion. We prohibit hunting on the Two Mile 1. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on Beach Unit. all areas of the refuge except for the Two 2. Any time the State hunting regulations Mile Beach Unit, areas posted ‘‘Area specify the requirement that hunters wear Closed,’’ and all areas marked as closed on orange-colored clothing, you must wear, in a the refuge ‘‘Hunt Map.’’ visible manner on head, chest, and back, a 2. We allow turkey hunting only on refuge minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of tracts located north of County Route 550 in solid-colored, hunter-orange clothing or ma- the Great Cedar Swamp Division. We pro- terial. This must consist of a vest and hat or hibit hunting on the Two Mile Beach Unit, a jacket and hat. We prohibit blaze-orange areas posted ‘‘Area Closed,’’ and all areas camouflage. marked as closed on the refuge ‘‘Hunt Map.’’

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3. We prohibit the use of dogs for deer and 5. In Hunting Units B, D, E, and F of the turkey hunting. Barnegat Division, we require a minimum of 4. Conditions A2 and A7 through A10 apply. six decoys, and we prohibit jump shooting. 5. We prohibit the marking (this includes 6. Access is by boat only in all Units of the but is not limited to, the use of flagging, Barnegat Division except Unit A South and bright eyes, tacks, and paint), cutting, and/ Unit F. You may access these units by foot or removal of trees or vegetation (see § 27.61 or boat. Access is by boat only in all Units of of this chapter). the Brigantine Division. 6. You must remove all deer hunting 7. You may not enter hunt Units before 4 stands, blinds, and hunting materials at the a.m. end of the State deer hunting season (see 8. No person including, but not limited to, § 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit perma- a guide, guide service, outfitter, club, or nent stands or blinds. You should mark tree other organization, will provide assistance, stands with owner information (name, ad- services, or equipment on the refuge to any dress, and phone number). other person for compensation unless such 7. You must remove all turkey hunting guide, guide service, outfitter, club, or orga- stands, blinds, hunting materials, and decoys nization has obtained a Special Use Permit at the end of each hunting day (see § 27.93 of from the refuge for a fee. this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of designated areas of the refuge in accordance white-tailed deer in New Jersey Deer Man- with State regulations subject to the fol- agement Zones 56, 57, and 58 in accordance lowing conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal lowing conditions: sunrise to 1 hour after legal sunset. 2. We allow fishing only along beach areas 1. We require persons hunting on the refuge of the Two Mile Beach Unit. for the first time to attend one of the four 3. The Atlantic Ocean beach is closed annu- refuge-specific hunter-orientation sessions ally to all access, including fishing, between conducted during the fall. April 1 and September 30. 2. We require a State permit for the appro- 4. We prohibit commercial fishing, crab- priate State Deer Management Zone. You bing, and clamming on refuge lands. must have this permit stamped and validated 5. We prohibit fishing or possession of in person at the Brigantine or Barnegat of- conchs or shellfish on refuge lands. fice. Hunters will receive maps of the refuge- 6. We prohibit dogs on the Two Mile Beach specific zones upon validation. Unit. 3. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier 7. We prohibit unauthorized vehicles, in- than 2 hours before shooting time and must cluding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), on any leave no later than 1 hour after the end of portion of the Two Mile Beach Unit. shooting time. Refuge hunting hours are 8. We prohibit sunbathing on refuge lands. consistent with State hunting hours. 9. We prohibit access to swimming or surf- 4. During firearm big game season, hunters ing in the Atlantic Ocean. must wear in a visible manner on head, chest, and back a minimum of 400 square EDWIN B. FORSYTHE NATIONAL WILDLIFE inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored, hunter-or- REFUGE ange clothing or material. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 5. You may scout on the 2 Sundays prior to hunting of waterfowl, coot, moorhen, and the opening day of your respective zone per- rail on designated areas of the refuge in ac- mit. cordance with State regulations subject to D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing at the the following conditions: Holgate Unit, Little Beach Island, Graveling 1. You must remove all hunting blind ma- Point, Lily Lake, and the posted fishing terials, boats, and decoys (see § 27.93 of this areas along the south side of Parkertown chapter) at the end of each hunting day. We Dock Road, North side of Cedar Run Dock prohibit permanent or pit blinds. Road, end of Stafford Avenue, and the middle 2. You may use trained dogs for the re- branch of the Forked River in accordance trieval of authorized game birds (see § 26.21(b) with State regulations subject to the fol- of this chapter). lowing conditions: 3. You may possess a maximum of 25 ap- 1. We close the Holgate unit and Little proved nontoxic shotshells per day in all Beach Island during the migratory bird nest- hunting units of the Barnegat Division and a ing season. We may extend the closure of the maximum of 50 approved nontoxic shotshells bay side portion of the Holgate Unit through per day in Unit 1 of the Brigantine Division October. (see § 32.2(k)). 2. We require a Special Use Permit to fish 4. In Hunting Unit B of the Barnegat Divi- from Little Beach Island. You may obtain sion, we restrict hunting to designated sites, permits from the refuge headquarters. with each site limited to one party of hunt- 3. We only allow car-top-type launches at ers. Lily Lake. There is no boat ramp.

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4. We prohibit use of internal combustion 1. We prohibit the taking of frogs, sala- engines on Lily Lake. manders, and turtles from all nontidal 5. We will close the Forked River fishing waters and refuge lands. area during zone 58 big game hunting season. 2. We prohibit fishing in designated 6. We will open Forked River and Lily nontidal waters from sunset to sunrise. Lake from legal sunrise until legal sunset. 3. We prohibit bow fishing in nontidal 7. We prohibit fishing, clamming, and crab- waters. bing from any waters within tract 122X, lo- cally known as the AT&T properties. We WALLKILL RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE close this tract to all public use. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated GREAT SWAMP NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas of the refuge in accordance with State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] of New Jersey regulations and subject to the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] following conditions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 1. You must submit a Migratory Bird Hunt deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- Application (FWS Form 3–2357) to hunt on cordance with State regulations subject to the refuge. We require hunters to possess a the following conditions: signed refuge hunt permit (name and address 1. We require a State permit for the appro- only) at all times while scouting and hunting priate New Jersey Deer Management Zone. on the refuge. We charge a fee for all hunters 2. In addition to the State permit, we re- except youth age 16 and younger. quire a Deer Hunting Permit (Big/Upland 2. We issue one companion permit (no per- Game Hunt Application, FWS Form 3–2356) sonal information) at no charge to each hun- along with a fee, issued by the refuge. We ter. We allow companions to observe and/or must stamp this permit for validation. call but not to shoot a firearm or bow. Com- 3. Hunters must wear in a visible manner panion and hunters must set up in the same on head, chest, and back a minimum of 400 location. square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored 3. We provide hunters with hunt maps and hunter-orange clothing or material. parking permits (name only) which they must clearly display in their vehicle. Hunt- 4. Hunters must be in possession of refuge ers who park on the refuge must park in and State hunting permits at all times while identified hunt parking areas. hunting on the refuge. 4. We provide a designated hunting area at 5. Refuge hunting regulations, as listed in 119 Owens Station Road, Vernon, New Jer- the ‘‘Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge sey. We reserve this property for the exclu- Public Deer Hunt Map,’’ will be in effect. sive use of those physically challenged indi- [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. viduals who have produced evidence of the NJ Permit to Shoot or Hunt from a Sta- SUPAWNA MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE tionary Vehicle and possess a signed, dis- REFUGE abled hunter refuge permit. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 5. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- hunting of geese and ducks on designated cles (ATVs) on the refuge. areas of the refuge during designated refuge 6. We require hunters to wear, in a con- seasons subject to the following conditions: spicuous manner, a minimum of 400 square 1. We allow loaded and uncased firearms in inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-color, hunter-or- an unanchored boat only when retrieving ange clothing or material on the head, chest crippled birds. and back, except when hunting ducks and 2. You must remove all hunting blind ma- geese. terials, boats, and decoys following each 7. We prohibit hunters using or erecting day’s hunt. We do not allow permanent permanent or pit blinds. blinds. 8. We require hunters to remove all hunt- 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic ing blind material, boats, and decoys from shot while in the field. the refuge at the end of each hunting day B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] (see § 27.93 of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 9. We allow pre-hunt scouting; however, we white-tailed deer on designated areas of the prohibit the use of dogs during scouting. refuge in accordance with State regulations 10. We limit the number of dogs per hunt- subject to the following conditions: ing party to no more than two dogs. 1. We allow only bow hunting on the ref- 11. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 uge. hours before shooting time, and they must 2. We require a State permit for the appro- leave no later than 2 hours after the end of priate State Deer Management Zone. shooting time. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- 12. We prohibit the hunting of crows on the bing on the refuge in designated areas sub- refuge. ject to the following conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved]

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 8. We prohibit commercial fishing on the white-tailed deer and wild turkey on des- refuge. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 with State of New Jersey regulations and FR 29075, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6686, Feb. 11, subject to the following conditions: 1994; 59 FR 55187, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 52868, 1. You must submit a Big Game Hunt Ap- Oct. 11, 1995; 60 FR 62044, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR plication (FWS Form 3–2356) to hunt on the 46397, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47380, Sept. 9, 1997; refuge. We require hunters to possess a 63 FR 46919, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30787, May 12, signed refuge hunt permit (name and address 2000; 65 FR 56406, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46360, only) at all times while scouting and hunting Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR 54362, 54432, Sept. 8, 2004; on the refuge. We charge a fee for all hunters 73 FR 33192, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45693, Sept. except youth age 16 and younger. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3984, Jan. 21, 2011; 77 FR 56053, 2. Conditions A3 through A5, A9, and A11 Sept. 11, 2012] apply. 3. We require firearm hunters to wear, in a § 32.50 New Mexico. conspicuous manner, a minimum of 400 The following refuge units have been square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-color, hun- opened for hunting and/or fishing, and ter-orange clothing or material on the head, are listed in alphabetical order with chest and back. Bow hunters must meet the applicable refuge-specific regulations. same requirements when firearm season is also open. We do not require turkey hunters BITTER LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE to wear orange at any time. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. We require hunters to remove all stands hunting of goose, duck, coot, mourning dove, and other hunting material from the refuge and sandhill crane on designated areas of the at the end of each hunting day (see § 27.93 of refuge in accordance with State regulations this chapter). and any special posting or publications sub- 5. We allow pre-hunt scouting; however, we ject to the following conditions: prohibit the use of dogs during scouting or 1. On the North Tract (including Salt while turkey hunting. Creek Wilderness Area and the portion of the 6. We allow deer drives only on the last day refuge located north of U.S. Highway 70), all of each hunt season. hunting must be in accordance with State 7. We prohibit baiting on refuge lands (see seasons and regulations. 2. On the Middle Tract (the portion of the § 32.2(h)). refuge located between U.S. Highway 70 and D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- U.S. Highway 380), we restrict hunting to ignated sections of the refuge in both New goose, duck, sandhill crane, and American York and New Jersey in accordance with coot (no dove): State regulations and subject to the fol- i. In the designated public hunting area, lowing conditions: this is located in the southern portion of the 1. We allow fishing in and along the banks Tract; of the Wallkill River. We allow shore fishing ii. To no closer than 100 yards (90 meters) only in the pond at refuge headquarters and to the public auto tour route; the ponds located at 285 Lake Wallkill Road, iii. To Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays Vernon, New Jersey. during the period when the State seasons for 2. Anglers may fish from legal sunrise to the Middle Tract area are open simulta- legal sunset. neously for hunting all of the species al- 3. We require that anglers park in des- lowed; and ignated parking areas to access the Wallkill iv. All hunting must cease at 1 p.m. (local time) on each hunt day. River through the refuge. 3. On the South Tract (the portion of the 4. On refuge ponds, you may perform only refuge located south of U.S. Highway 380), we catch-and-release fishing. We prohibit the allow hunting only during Special Hunts use of live bait fish on refuge ponds. (hunters with disabilities and/or youth hunt- 5. We prohibit ice fishing on refuge ponds. ers age 17 and younger). 6. We prohibit the taking of reptiles and 4. You may use only approved nontoxic amphibians. shot while hunting (see § 32.2(k)). 7. We prohibit the digging or collecting of 5. We prohibit pit or permanent blinds and bait. require removal of all waterfowl decoys and all temporary blinds/stands daily after each hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 6. We allow unleashed hunting and/or retrieving dogs on the refuge when hunters are legally present in areas where we allow hunters, only if the dogs are under the immediate control of hunters at all times (see § 26.21(b)

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of this chapter), and only to pursue species D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] legally in season at that time. 7. We prohibit hunters and their dogs from BOSQUE DEL APACHE NATIONAL WILDLIFE entering closed areas for retrieval of game. REFUGE 8. We do not require refuge or other special A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunt permits other than those required by hunting of mourning and white-winged dove the State. and light goose on designated areas of the 9. Visit the refuge office or Web site, and/ refuge in accordance with State and Federal or refer to additional on-site brochures, leaf- regulations and any special posting or publi- lets, or postings for additional information. cations and subject to the following condi- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting tions: of pheasant, quail, cottontail, and jack rabbit on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 1. We allow hunting of light goose on dates cordance with State regulations and any spe- to be determined by refuge staff. The permit cial postings or publications subject to the is available through a lottery drawing (Wa- following conditions: terfowl Lottery Application, FWS Form 3– 1. On the North Tract (including Salt 2355) and hunters must pay a fee. Contact the Creek Wilderness Area and the portion of the refuge for more information. refuge located north of U.S. Highway 70), all 2. Legal hunting hours will run from 1⁄2 hunting must be in accordance with State hour before legal sunrise and will not extend seasons and regulations with the specifica- past 1:00 p.m. (local time) on each hunt day. tion that we allow rabbit hunting only dur- 3. Refer to the refuge hunt leaflet for des- ing the season that is concurrently open for ignated hunting areas. quail hunting within the State. 4. You may use only approved nontoxic 2. On the Middle Tract (the portion of the shot while hunting (see § 32.2(k)). refuge located between U.S. Highway 70 and 5. We prohibit pit or permanent blinds and U.S. Highway 380), we allow only pheasant require daily removal of all waterfowl de- hunting: coys, spent shells, all temporary blinds/ i. In the designated public hunting area in stands, and all other personal equipment (see the southern portion of the Tract; §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). ii. No closer than 100 yards (90 m) to the 6. We allow unleashed hunting and/or re- public auto tour route; and trieving dogs on the refuge when hunters are iii. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays legally present in areas where we allow hunt- during the appropriate State season for that ers, only if the dogs are under the immediate area; and control of hunters at all time (see § 26.21(b) of iv. All hunting must cease at 1 p.m. (local this chapter), and only to pursue species le- time) on each hunt day. gally in season at that time. 3. On the South Tract (the portion of the 7. We prohibit hunters and dogs from en- refuge located south of U.S. Highway 380), we tering closed areas for retrieval of game. allow public hunting only during Special 8. We prohibit falconry on the refuge. Hunts (hunters with disabilities and/or youth 9. We prohibit canoeing, boating, or float- hunters age 17 and younger) as per State sea- ing through the refuge on the Rio Grande. sons and regulations. 10. We prohibit hunting any species on the 4. Conditions A4 and A6 through A9 apply. Rio Grande within the refuge. 5. We prohibit the use of archery equipment at any time on the refuge except when 11. We prohibit overnight camping without hunting deer and hogs (see C. Big Game a permit. Hunting). 12. All State and Federal hunting and fish- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ing regulations regarding methods of take, mule deer, white-tailed deer, and feral hog dates, bag limits, and other factors apply to on designated areas of the refuge in accord- all hunting and fishing on the refuge, in ad- ance with State regulations and any special dition to these refuge-specific regulations. postings or publications subject to the fol- 13. Visit the refuge visitor center or Web lowing conditions: site, and/or refer to additional on-site bro- 1. We restrict all hunting to the North chures, leaflets, or postings for additional in- Tract (including Salt Creek Wilderness Area formation. and the portion of the refuge located north B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of U.S. Highway 70) in accordance with State of quail and cottontail rabbit on designated seasons and regulations, with the specifica- areas of the refuge in accordance with State tion that you may hunt and take feral hog regulations and any special posting or publi- (no bag limit) only while legally hunting cations subject to the following conditions: deer and only with the weapon legal for deer 1. We allow only shotguns and archery on that day in that area. equipment for hunting of upland game. We 2. Conditions A8 and A9 apply. prohibit the use of archery equipment on the 3. We allow use of only portable blinds or refuge except when hunting for upland and stands and require daily removal of all blinds big game. and stands (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. Conditions A2 through A13 apply.

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. We allow fishing from 1⁄2 hour before mule deer, oryx, and bearded Rio Grande tur- legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. key on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 4. We allow fishing on all canals within the cordance with State regulations and any spe- refuge boundaries (Interior Drain, Riverside, cial posting or publications subject to the Canal, and Low Flow Conveyance Channel), following conditions: and unit 25AS either from the boardwalk or 1. Conditions A5 through A13 apply. from shore. 2. Refer to the refuge hunt leaflet for des- 5. We prohibit trotlines, bows and arrows, ignated hunting areas. boats or other flotation devices, seining, dip 3. Hunting on the east side of the Rio netting, traps, using bait taken from the ref- Grande is only by foot, horseback, or bicycle. uge, taking of turtle, littering, and all other Bicycles must stay on designated roads. activities not expressly allowed (see § 27.2l of 4. We may allow oryx hunting from the this chapter). east bank of the Rio Grande to the east 6. Access to the canals is via the tour loop. boundary of the refuge for population man- We prohibit fishing in closed areas of the ref- agement purposes for hunters possessing a uge, with the exception of the Low Flow valid State permit. We may also establish Conveyance Channel. special hunts of the oryx on dates estab- 7. We allow frogging for bullfrog on the ref- lished by refuge staff. Contact the refuge for uge in areas that are open to fishing. more information. 8. All State and Federal fishing regulations 5. Legal hunting hours will run from 1 hour regarding methods of take, dates, creel lim- before legal sunrise and will not extend past its, and other factors apply to all fishing on 1 hour after legal sunset. the refuge, in addition to these refuge-spe- 6. We allow hunting of bearded Rio Grande cific regulations. turkey for youth hunters only on dates de- 9. We prohibit fishing for any species on termined by refuge staff. All hunters must the Rio Grande within the refuge. fill out FWS Form 3–2356 (Big/Upland Game LAS VEGAS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Hunt Application) and pay a fee. The permit is available through a lottery drawing. If se- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow lected, you must carry your refuge special hunting of mourning dove and goose on des- use permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G) at all times ignated areas of the refuge in accordance during the hunt. All hunters are required to with State regulations subject to the fol- fill out a harvest report (FWS Form 3–2359, lowing conditions: Big Game Harvest Report) and return it to 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- the refuge within 72 hours. Contact the ref- mit and pay a fee. uge for more information. 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic 7. Youth hunters age 17 and under must shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). successfully complete a State-approved hun- 3. Youth hunters age 17 and under must ter education course prior to the refuge hunt under the supervision of an adult age 21 hunt. While hunting, each youth must pos- or older. sess and carry a card or certificate of com- 4. We prohibit hunters and dogs from en- pletion. tering closed areas to retrieve birds. 8. Each youth hunter must remain with an 5. We allow goose hunting on designated adult companion age 18 or older. Each adult day(s) of the week as identified on the per- companion must possess and carry an adult mit. companion permit (signed refuge youth tur- 6. Shooting hours for geese are from 1⁄2 key hunt brochure) and can supervise no hour before legal sunrise to 1:00 p.m. local more than one youth hunter. Adult compan- time. ions may observe and call, but they cannot 7. We assign a bag limit for both light shoot. goose and Canada goose to two geese each. 9. We allow the use of temporary ground 8. For goose hunting you may possess only blinds only for youth turkey hunts, and approved nontoxic shells (see § 32.2(k)) while hunters must remove them from the refuge in the field in quantities of six or less. daily (see § 27.93 of this chapter). It is unlaw- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ful to damage, cut, or mark any tree or other C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] refuge structure with paint, flagging tape, D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ribbon, cat-eyes, or any similar marking device. MAXWELL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ignated areas of the refuge in accordance B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] with State regulations and any special post- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing or publications subject to the following D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on conditions: designated areas of the refuge subject to the 1. Condition A9 applies. following conditions: 2. We allow fishing from April 1 through 1. Fishing is permitted from noon March 1 September 30. through October 31.

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2. Fishing is permitted only in Lakes 13 ii. Four-wheeled all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and 14. use by hunters or members of their hunting 3. Boats are permitted on Lakes 13 and 14 party is prohibited on the refuge, although only during the fishing season. ATVs may be used to retrieve game on 4. Fishing is not permitted within 150 feet WSMR. of headgates. iii. Hunters using livestock (i.e., horses or mules) must provide only weed-free feed to SAN ANDRES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE their animals while on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] iv. Hunters or other members of the hunt- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing party are not allowed to hunt small C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of oryx or game or other species during desert bighorn gemsbok (Oryx gazella) and desert bighorn ram hunts. Only bighorn sheep may be hunt- sheep (Ovis canadensis mexicana) is allowed ed by individuals with ram tags. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 13. Oryx. Hunting oryx is allowed on des- ance with New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) and White Sands Missile ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Range (WSMR) regulations and subject to with NMDGF and WSMR regulations and the following conditions: subject to the following condition specifi- 1. Hunters are required to check in and out cally for oryx: Four-wheeled all-terrain vehi- of the hunt area. cle (ATV) use by hunters or members of their 2. Hunters are required to complete an hunting party is allowed on the refuge and unexploded ordnance (UXO) training prior to WSMR only to retrieve game. entering hunt area. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. The hunter may be accompanied by no more than three guests including their SEVILLETA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE guide(s). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. Only approved WSMR outfitters can be hunting of mourning and white-winged used. doves, geese, ducks, and coots on designated 5. All hunters must enter and exit through areas of the refuge in accordance with State the Small Missile Range gate on Range Road regulations and any special posting or publi- 7. cations and subject to the following condi- 6. All members of the hunting party are re- tions: quired to wear solid or camouflage-style, flo- 1 rescent orange (hunter’s orange) clothing 1. Legal hunting hours will run from ⁄2 while away from the vehicle and in the field hour before legal sunrise and will not extend hunting. A minimum of 144 square inches past 1:00 p.m. (local time) on each hunt day. must appear on both the chest and back (a 2. The refuge may designate special youth typical blaze-orange hunting vest). and/or persons with disabilities hunting days 7. Hunters may be escorted, but not guided, during the regular game bird season. This by WSMR, NMDGF, or refuge personnel or will apply to areas and species that are cur- their agent(s). Check stations may be used in rently part of the refuge’s hunting program. lieu of hunt escorts. Contact the refuge for more information. 8. Hunters must follow photo and video 3. Refer to the refuge hunt leaflet for des- policy as described by WSMR regulations. ignated hunting areas. 9. Youth hunters, 16 years of age and 4. You may use only approved nontoxic younger, must be under the direct super- shot while hunting (see § 32.2(k)) in the field, vision of an adult, 18 years of age or older. in quantities of 25 or fewer. 10. Persons possessing, transporting, or 5. We prohibit pit or permanent blinds and carrying firearms on National Wildlife Ref- require daily removal of all waterfowl de- uges must comply with all provisions of coys, spent shells, all temporary blinds/ State and local law. Persons may only use stands, and all other personal equipment (see (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge regulations in this part 6. We allow unleashed hunting and/or re- 32). trieving dogs on the refuge when hunters are 11. Hunters and their guests must abide by legally present in areas where we allow hunt- all rules established by the refuge, WSMR, ers, only if the dogs are under the immediate and NMDGF regulations. control of hunters at all time (see § 26.21(b) of 12. Bighorn Sheep: Hunting desert bighorn this chapter), and only to pursue species le- sheep is allowed on designated areas of the gally in season at that time. refuge in accordance with NMDGF and 7. We prohibit hunters and dogs from en- WSMR regulations and subject to the fol- tering closed areas for retrieval of game. lowing conditions specifically for bighorn 8. All State and Federal hunting regula- sheep: tions regarding methods of take, dates, bag i. If camping is allowed on WSMR lands, limits, and other factors, apply to all hunt- then camping is allowed at Little San Nich- ing on the refuge, in addition to these ref- olas Camp on the refuge. uge-specific regulations.

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9. Visit the refuge visitor center or Web hunt stand in a separate random draw for site, and/or refer to additional on-site bro- opening day and by first-come, first-served chures, leaflets, or postings for additional in- basis for other hunt days. The permit will formation. allow one helper who may also hunt. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ii. You must possess and carry a valid New C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] York State Waterfowl Education Certificate D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] of Qualification. iii. You must provide and use a minimum [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 of six decoys. FR 6694, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62045, Dec. 4, iv. We only allow hunting from 1⁄2 hour be- 1995; 61 FR 46397, Sept. 3, 1996; 65 FR 30787, fore legal sunrise to 12 p.m. (noon). All hunt- May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56406, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR ers must check out no later than 1 p.m. by 46360, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58948, Sept. 18, 2002; returning the Harvest Report portion of your 69 FR 54362, 54433, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54184, permit to the Waterfowl Hunter Check Sta- Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33193, June 11, 2008; 74 FR tion. 45693, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3985, Jan. 21, 2011; v. You may only possess approved nontoxic 76 FR 56080, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR , Sept. 11, shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) in the field in quan- 2012; 79 FR 14834, Mar. 17, 2014] tities of 20 or less. vi. You must hunt within 100 feet (30 m) of § 32.51 New York. your designated stand unless actively pur- The following refuge units have been suing crippled birds. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 2. For hunting of rail, gallinule, snipe, and are listed in alphabetical order with woodcock: applicable refuge-specific regulations. i. We require refuge daily small-game hunt permits and reports. You may obtain these AMAGANSETT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE self-issued permits at several kiosks located around the refuge. The hunter must com- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] plete and sign Part ‘‘A’’ and possess and [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. carry Part ‘‘B’’ while hunting, then complete C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] and return Part ‘‘B’’ to one of the kiosks at D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may surf fish in the end of the hunt day. the Atlantic Ocean from the refuge shoreline ii. You may only possess approved in accordance with state regulations. nontoxic shot in the field (see § 32.2(k)). ELIZABETH A. MORTON NATIONAL WILDLIFE iii. We only allow hunting east of Sour REFUGE Springs Road. 3. We allow youths ages 12 to 17 to hunt A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] goose and duck on the first Sunday of the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] regular waterfowl season subject to the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] lowing conditions: D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on i. Each youth hunter must preregister at designated areas of the refuge subject to the the refuge office. following conditions: ii. Each youth hunter must participate in 1. Fishing is permitted only on the beach the prehunt orientation and education pro- and in areas not designated as closed. gram. 2. Fishing is permitted only during day- iii. Each youth must hunt with a light hours. preapproved, nonhunting adult (see refuge manager for details), who must be properly IROQUOIS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE licensed to participate in the program. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow iv. Conditions 1iv, 1v, and 1vi above apply. hunting of goose, duck, rail, coot, gallinule, B. Hunting of Upland Game. We allow hunt- snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of ing of ruffed grouse, gray squirrel, cottontail the refuge in accordance with State regula- rabbit, pheasant, coyote, fox, raccoon, tions subject to the following conditions: skunk, and opossum on designated areas of 1. For hunting of goose, duck, and coot the refuge in accordance with State regula- (only allowed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and tions subject to the following conditions: Saturdays): 1. We require refuge daily small-game hunt i. We require refuge waterfowl hunting per- permits and reports. You may obtain these mits. We allocate permits by random draw- self-issued permits at several kiosks located ing at the Waterfowl Hunter Check Station around the refuge. You must complete and on Route 77 on hunt days, except that we sign Part A and possess and carry Part B conduct a mail-in lottery for permits issued while hunting, then complete and return for opening day and the first two Saturdays Part B to one of the kiosks at the end of the of the regular waterfowl season. Permits hunt day. allow up to three hunters to hunt. We charge 2. We only allow hunting from legal sunrise a daily fee. A hunt stand is available for to legal sunset. We prohibit night hunting. physically challenged hunters possessing a 3. We allow hunting only between October Golden Access Passport. We will allocate the 1 and the last day of February.

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4. You must only possess approved 3. We only allow ice fishing on Ringneck nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field Marsh from December 15 through the last if hunting with a shotgun. day of February. 5. You must wear in a visible manner on 4. We allow frogging in areas open for pub- head, chest, and back a minimum of 400 lic fishing. We prohibit guns or archery square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored, equipment to kill or capture frog. hunter-orange clothing or material during 5. We prohibit wading or the use of boats or any firearms deer season. other flotation devices, with the exception C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of that you may use nonmotorized boats on white-tailed deer and turkey on designated Oak Orchard Creek east of Route 63. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 6. We require that anglers remove boats, regulations subject to the following condi- structures, or other equipment (see § 27.93 of tions: this chapter) from the refuge after the com- 1. White-tailed deer: pletion of the day’s fishing activities. i. We require refuge daily deer hunt per- 7. We allow fishing and frogging from mits and reports. These self-issued permits Schoolhouse Marsh dike and Center Marsh are available at several kiosks located dike from July 15 to September 30. around the refuge. You must complete and sign Part A and possess and carry Part B MONTEZUMA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE while hunting, then complete and return A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Part B to one of the kiosks at the end of the waterfowl hunting on designated areas of the hunt day. refuge in accordance with State regulations ii. All hunters must wear in a visible man- subject to the following conditions: ner on head, chest, and back a minimum of 1. We require daily refuge permits and res- 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-colored, ervations. You must possess and carry refuge hunter-orange clothing or material during permits while in the field and present them any firearms deer season. upon request to any law enforcement officer. iii. If you use portable tree stands, blinds, 2. We allow hunting only on Tuesdays, and decoys, you must remove all equipment Thursdays, and Saturdays during the estab- (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge at lished refuge season set within the State the end of the day. western zone season. 2. Turkey (only allowed during the spring 3. Except for opening day, we take tele- season): phone reservations from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. i. We require refuge spring turkey hunting on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays for permits. We select permittees, except youth the next hunt day. permittees as designated below, from a mail- 4. We take opening day reservations be- in, random drawing for available permits. We tween 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on a day set by charge a nonrefundable application proc- the refuge manager or designee at least 1 essing fee. week before the season opener. ii. Only youth hunters ages 12 to 17, accom- 5. The reservation telephone number is 315- panied by a properly licensed, preapproved 568-4136. nonhunting adult (see refuge manager for de- 6. All telephone reservations are on a first- tails), may hunt at the refuge on the first come, first-served basis. Sunday of the season. All youth hunters 7. If you have a reservation for Tschache must register at the refuge headquarters and Pool, you may bring one companion; we will attend a mandatory orientation. determine party limits for other areas annu- iii. You may use portable blinds and de- ally. coys, but you must remove all equipment 8. You may request the parking area of (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the conclusion your choice when making reservations. of each day. 9. Parking signs and blinds should not be iv. You may only scout during the 7 days moved except by refuge personnel. immediately preceding the season. You must 10. All hunters with reservations and their possess and carry your permit when scout- hunting companions must check-in at the ing. We prohibit calling or possessing a call Route 89 Hunter Creek Station area at least of any kind while scouting. 1 hour before legal shooting time or forfeit D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and their reservation. frogging on designated areas of the refuge in 11. Hunters must set up in their chosen accordance with State regulations subject to hunting spot before legal shooting time. the following conditions: 12. Forfeited reservations become available 1. You may only fish or frog from legal on a first-come, first-served basis to standby sunrise to legal sunset. hunters at the Route 89 Hunter Check Sta- 2. We allow fishing or frogging in Oak Or- tion. chard Creek east of Route 63 and on other 13. We require a fee of $10 per reservation. designated areas of the refuge year-round If you have a Golden Age or Access Passport, during the State season. the fee is $5 per reservation.

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14. In Tschache Pool, hunters must use imum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid, motorless boats to hunt, and we limit hunt- blaze orange. ers to one boat per reservation. 11. We only allow shotguns, muzzleloaders, 15. In Tschache Pool, you must not shoot and bows during the firearms season (see from the dike or within 50 feet (15 m) of the §27.42 of this chapter); successful harvest dike or road, or from within 500 feet (150 m) with a bow during firearms season requires of the observation tower. We do not limit use of a firearms season tag. hunting to specific blind sites. 12. You must disassemble, lock, or case all 16. We will announce selection procedures bows after legal sunset and before legal sun- for hunting sites on other areas annually. rise. 17. You may possess a maximum of 15 13. We prohibit advance scouting of the ref- nontoxic shot shells while in the field (see uge prior to hunting season. §32.2(k)). 14. We prohibit boats and canoes on refuge 18. You must stop hunting at 12 p.m. pools and hunting on the open-water por- (noon), and you must check out by 1 p.m. tions of the refuge pools. 19. We require proof of successful comple- 15. We prohibit ATVs (see §27.31(f) of this tion of the New York State Waterfowl Iden- chapter). tification Course, the Montezuma Non- 16. Hunters may only use portable tree resident Waterfowl Identification Course, or a suitable nonresident State Waterfowl Iden- stands and must remove them (see §27.93 of tification Course to hunt the refuge; all this chapter) from the refuge each day. hunters must show proof each time they 17. We prohibit screw-in tree steps, nails, hunt. and any object used to puncture the bark of B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] a tree; we do allow climbing tree stands that C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of grip the tree (see §32.2(i)). white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 18. We allow firearms hunters to be on the refuge in accordance with State regulations refuge during the period that begins 1 hour subject to the following conditions: before legal sunrise and ends 1 hour after 1. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer legal sunset. only on designated areas of the refuge using 19. We allow archery hunters to be on the archery, firearms (see §27.42 of this chapter), refuge during the period that begins 1 hour or muzzleloaders during established refuge before legal sunrise (except for opening day) seasons set within the general State white- and ends 1 hour after legal sunset. tailed deer season. 20. On opening day of both archery and 2. We prohibit hunting on Sunday. firearms seasons, we allow hunters on the 3. You must possess, carry, and present refuge during the period that begins 2 hours upon request to any law enforcement officer before legal sunrise and ends 1 hour after a valid daily hunt permit card. We will also legal sunset. require you to return the daily hunt permit 21. We prohibit parking along the Wildlife card at the end of hunting or at the end of Drive unless otherwise posted by refuge per- the day. sonnel. 4. Daily hunt permits are available at the D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may access the Route 89 Hunter Check Station on a first- New York State Barge Canal System Waters come, first-served basis, issued by refuge per- at only two sites on the refuge: The Seneca sonnel or available on a self-service basis; River Fishing Access Site and the May’s hunters must come to the Route 89 Hunter Point Fishing Area. You may either bank Check Station to obtain a permit each day fish or boat fish in accordance with State they hunt. regulations. 5. We issue a maximum of 300 archery and 150 firearms hunt permit cards each day on a OYSTER BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE first-come, first-served basis. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 6. Hunters must fill out Part A of the daily B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunt permit card at check-in and leave it C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] with refuge personnel or deposit it in the D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish in ref- Part A box at the Route 89 Hunter Check uge-controlled waters of Oyster Bay. Anglers Station. may also fish from designated areas on the 7. Hunters must carry Part B of the daily refuge shoreline at Mill Pond during day- hunt permit card while hunting the refuge. light hours. All fishing within the refuge is 8. Hunters must complete Part B and de- in accordance with state regulations. posit it in the Part B box at the Route 89 Hunter Check Station by the end of the hunt SEATUCK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE day. 9. Successful hunters must bring their deer A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] to the Route 89 Hunter Check Station on B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] days designated by the refuge manager. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 10. Firearms hunters must wear in a visible D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish in ref- manner on the head, chest, and back a min- uge-controlled waters of Great South Bay

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from boats only. All fishing is in accordance 3. You must take the specified number of with state regulations. antlerless deer as noted in the refuge hunting regulations before taking an antlered SHAWANGUNK GRASSLANDS NATIONAL deer. WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. You must have all applicable and valid A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] hunting licenses, permits, stamps, and a pho- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] tographic identification in your possession C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of while hunting on the refuge. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 5. You must limit driving to designated ac- refuge in accordance with State of New York cess roads and park only in designated areas. regulations and subject to the following con- We prohibit use of motorized vehicles on the ditions: refuge to retrieve white-tailed deer. 1. You must submit a Big/Upland Game 6. You must display refuge parking permits Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2356) to hunt face up on the vehicle dashboard while hunt- on the refuge. We require hunters to possess ing. a signed refuge hunt permit (name and ad- 7. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 dress only) at all times while scouting and hour before legal hunting hours, and they hunting on the refuge. We charge a fee for all must leave the refuge no later than 1 hour hunters except youth age 16 and younger. after legal hunting hours. 2. We provide hunters with hunt maps and 8. We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt or parking permits (name only), which they pursue game. We prohibit driving deer by must clearly display in their vehicle. Hunt- any means. ers who park on the refuge must park in 9. We prohibit shooting directly into the identified hunt parking areas. 500-foot (150-m) ‘‘No Hunt Buffer.’’ 3. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- 10. We prohibit the killing or crippling of cles (ATVs) on the refuge. any deer without the hunter making reason- 4. We prohibit baiting on refuge lands (see able effort to retrieve the deer and retain it § 32.2(h)). in his or her custody. 5. We require hunters to wear (in a con- 11. If assigned to Unit 5, hunters must hunt spicuous manner) a minimum of 400 square from portable tree stands and must direct inches (2,600 square centimeters) of solid- aim away from public roads and private color, hunter-orange clothing or material on dwellings. 12. We allow only shotgun shells loaded the head, chest, and back. with slugs during the firearms season. 6. We prohibit hunters using or erecting 13. Hunters must wear a minimum of 400 permanent blinds. square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid-orange 7. We allow pre-hunt scouting beginning 2 clothing, visible on head, chest, and back weeks prior to the bow opener and con- during the firearms season. Camouflage or- tinuing through the end of the deer season. ange does not qualify because it is not solid. 8. The refuge only allows archery equip- 14. We prohibit construction or use of any ment (crossbows allowed) to harvest deer. type of structure while hunting. We prohibit D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] driving nails, spikes, screws, or other metal TARGET ROCK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE objects into any tree or hunting from any tree into which a nail, spike, screw, or other A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] object has been driven (see §32.2(i)). B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 15. We allow use of temporary or portable C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] tree stands while hunting deer. You must D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish in Hun- clearly print your name and address on the tington Bay from the refuge shoreline when stand. You must remove all stands or any the refuge is open to visitors. All fishing is blinds at the end of each hunt session (see in accordance with state regulations. §27.93 of this chapter). 16. You must report all serious accidents WERTHEIM NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and injuries to refuge personnel as soon as A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] possible and before leaving the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 17. Failure to comply with Federal, State, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of or refuge regulations may lead to dismissal white-tailed deer within designated areas of from the refuge and elimination of participa- the refuge in accordance with State regulation in future hunts. tions subject to the following conditions: 18. Hunters must abide by all rules and reg- 1. We allow archery and shotgun hunting of ulations listed on the hunting permit. white-tailed deer within portions of the ref- 19. We prohibit the use of any bait, salt, or uge during specific days between October 1 enticement (see §32.2(h)). and January 31. 20. A nonhunting adult possessing a valid 2. We require refuge permits. We limit the New York State hunting license must ac- number of deer hunters permitted to hunt on company junior hunters (ages 14 and 15). the refuge. We will issue permits by random 21. We prohibit the marking of any tree, selection. trail, or other refuge feature with flagging,

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paint, reflective material, or any other sub- 6. We allow retrieving dogs in designated stance. areas. We prohibit the use of dogs in the 22. You must use a safety harness and belt Gum Swamp Unit. while hunting from a tree stand. 7. We open the refuge to daylight use only, 23. We allow scouting of hunting areas on except that we allow hunters to enter and re- the refuge only during designated times and main in open hunting areas from 1 hour be- days. We allow only permitted hunters to fore legal shooting time until one hour after scout. We prohibit the use of dogs during legal shooting time. scouting. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 24. We prohibit the use of electronic calls game hunting on designated areas of the ref- during any hunting season. uge in accordance with State regulations 25. We prohibit the trimming or cutting of subject to the following conditions: branches larger than the diameter of a quar- 1. Conditions A1, A4, A5, and A7 apply. ter. 2. We only allow dog training during the corresponding hunt season. D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on 3. We require a Special Use Permit to hunt designated areas of the refuge subject to the raccoon or opossum from 1⁄2 hour after legal following conditions: sunset until 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise. 1. Shore and boat fishing is permitted on 4. We allow the use of dogs in designated that portion of the Carmans River between areas as shown in the refuge Hunting Regu- Sunrise and Montauk Highways. lations and Permit Map brochure. 2. Only boat fishing is permitted from 5. We allow retrieving, pointing, and flush- Montauk Highway south to the mouth of the ing dogs in designated areas. We prohibit the Carmans River. use of dogs in the Gum Swamp Unit. 3. Fishing is permitted only during day- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of light hours. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 4. Spearfishing and taking of baitfish and refuge in accordance with State regulations frogs is not permitted. subject to the following conditions: [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 1. Conditions A1, A4 (an adult may only su- FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6695, Feb. 11, pervise one youth hunter), A7 and B2 apply. 1994; 60 FR 62045, Dec. 4, 1995; 63 FR 46919, 2. We close the Hyde county portion of the Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30787, May 12, 2000; 65 FR refuge to all hunting during State bear seasons. 56406, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR 54362, 54434, Sept. 3. We only allow pursuit/trailing dogs in 8, 2004; 70 FR 54184, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33193, designated areas as shown in the Refuge June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45694, Sept. 3, 2009; 77 FR Hunting Regulations and Permit Map bro- 56053, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14836, Mar. 17, 2014] chure. 4. Unarmed hunters may walk to retrieve § 32.52 North Carolina. stray dogs from closed areas and ‘‘no dog The following refuge units have been hunting’’ areas. opened to hunting and/or fishing, and D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and are listed in alphabetical order with frogging in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: applicable refuge-specific regulations. 1. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset. ALLIGATOR RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE 2. We only allow pole and line, rod and reel, REFUGE or cast net. A. Hunting of Migratory Birds. We allow 3. We require a Special Use Permit for fish- hunting of migratory game birds on des- ing or frogging between legal sunset and ignated areas of the refuge in accordance legal sunrise. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. You must only take frog by use of frog lowing conditions: gigs. 1. Hunters must possess and carry a valid refuge hunting permit. CEDAR ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. We prohibit construction or use of a per- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow manent blind. hunting of tundra swan, Canada and snow 3. We close the Farming Area to waterfowl goose, brant, duck, and coot on designated hunting. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 4. Each youth hunter must remain within regulations subject to the following condi- sight and normal voice contact of an adult tions: age 21 or older. An adult may directly super- 1. We allow hunting on 400 acres (160 ha) of vise (up to two) youth hunters (age 15 and marsh located along the southern border of under), who must have successfully com- West Bay and the eastern border of West pleted a State-approved hunter safety course Thorofare Bay between the John Day Ditch and possess and carry proof of certification. and the Thorofare Ditch. The hunt area ex- 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic tends 300 feet (90 m) from the shoreline into shot in the field (see § 32.2(k)). the marsh.

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2. We allow portable blinds, but you must 6. We prohibit the marking of trees and remove them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) each vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chapter) with day. blazes, flagging, or other marking devices. 3. Hunters/hunt parties must not hunt clos- 7. We allow hunters on the refuge from 1 er than 150 yards (135 m) apart. hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour after legal 4. You may use decoys but you must re- sunset. move them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) daily 8. We allow the use of portable tree stands, upon completion of your hunting. but hunters must remove them daily (see 5. We only allow hunting during the State § 27.93 of this chapter). waterfowl seasons occurring in November, 9. Hunters may access the refuge by foot, December, and January. boat, and/or vehicle, but we prohibit hunting 6. Each youth hunter must remain within from a boat or vehicle. sight and normal voice contact of an adult 10. An adult at least age 21 may supervise age 21 or older. An adult may directly super- only one youth under age 16. The youth must vise up to two youth hunters age 15 or be within sight and normal voice contact of younger who must have successfully com- the adult. pleted a State-approved hunter safety course D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] and possess and carry proof of certification. 7. We open the refuge to daylight use only, GREAT DISMAL SWAMP NATIONAL WILDLIFE except that we allow hunters to enter and re- REFUGE main in open hunting areas from 1 hour be- Refer to § 32.66 Virginia for regulations. fore legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time. MACKAY ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- CURRITUCK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE cordance with State regulations subject to A. Hunting of Migratory Birds. We allow the following conditions: hunting of swan, goose, duck, and coot on 1. We require a Refuge Deer Hunting Per- designated areas of the refuge in accordance mit (signed brochure) that hunters must sign with State regulations subject to the fol- and carry while hunting on the refuge. lowing conditions: 2. Each hunter must pay an annual $15 1. We require a North Carolina Waterfowl hunt permit (signed brochure) fee. Hunt Permit or a Refuge Hunt Permit. You 3. We allow the use of shotguns, muzzle- must carry a permit while hunting on the loading rifles/shotguns, and bows. We pro- refuge. hibit the use of all other rifles and pistols. 2. You must hunt from assigned blind loca- 4. We allow access to hunting areas from 5 tion. a.m. until 8 p.m. 3. We allow hunting from 1⁄2 hour before 5. We prohibit carrying a loaded firearm on legal sunrise to 1 p.m. or within 50 feet (15 m) of gravel roads. 4. We allow access 11⁄2 hours before legal 6. We prohibit the marking of trees or shooting time, and all parties must be off the vegetation (see § 27.51 of this chapter) with refuge by 2 p.m. blazes, flagging, or other marking devices. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of ignated areas of the refuge in accordance deer and feral hog on limited dates in des- with State regulations subject to the fol- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance lowing conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. We allow fishing only from legal sunrise lowing conditions: to legal sunset from March 15 through Octo- 1. We require a refuge hunting permit ber 15 with the exception that we allow fish- (signed brochure) that hunters must sign and ing along the Marsh Causeway year-round. carry while hunting on the refuge. The 0.3 Mile Loop Trail and the terminus of 2. Each hunter must pay an annual $15 the canal immediately adjacent to the Vis- hunt permit (signed brochure) fee. itor Center are open year-round, but we close 3. We allow the use of shotguns, muzzle- them during the Refuge Permit Deer Hunts. loading rifles/shotguns, pistols, and bows in 2. All fishing lines must be attended. designated units. We prohibit the use of all 3. Airboats are not permitted. other rifles and crossbows. MATTAMUSKEET NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. Hunters may take two deer per day; there is no daily limit on feral hog. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 5. Hunters must wear a minimum of 500 the hunting of tundra swan, snow goose, square inches (3,250 cm2) of hunter-orange duck, and coot on designated areas of the material above the waist that is visible from refuge in accordance with State regulations all directions. subject to the following conditions:

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1. We require refuge-issued permits (name 3. Hunters may take one antlered deer and and address) that you must validate at the one antlerless deer per day, or two antlerless refuge headquarters, sign, possess, and carry deer per day. while hunting. 4. Hunters may take deer with shotgun, 2. Each hunt participant must pay a $12.50 bow and arrow, crossbow, or muzzleloading daily user fee. rifle/shotgun. 3. We restrict hunting to designated blinds 5. We allow hunters on the refuge from 1 assigned by refuge personnel. hour before legal shooting time until 1 hour 4. Hunters may only shoot crippled water- after legal shooting time. fowl from outside the assigned blind. 6. Hunters can use boats to access hunt areas, but we prohibit hunting from a boat. 5. There is a 30-shell limit per blind hunter 7. You must check all deer taken at the per day. check station near refuge headquarters. 6. You may use decoys, but you must re- 8. We allow the use of only portable blinds move them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) daily and deer stands. Hunters with a valid permit upon completion of your hunt. (name and address) may erect one portable 7. All waterfowl hunters must check out at blind or stand the day before the start of the assigned station prior to leaving the ref- their hunt and must remove it at the end of uge. the second day of that 2-day hunt (see § 27.93 8. Shooting hours are from 1⁄2 hour before of this chapter). Any stands or blinds left legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon). Hunting overnight on the refuge must have a tag with hours on the first day of the youth hunt are the hunter’s name, address, and telephone from 1 p.m. until legal sunset. number. 9. We allow the use of retrieving dogs, but 9. Hunters must wear a minimum of 500 dogs must be under voice command at all square inches (3,250 cm 2) of hunter-orange times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). material above the waist that is visible from 10. We allow the taking of only Canada all directions. goose during the State September Canada 10. An adult may only supervise one youth goose season subject to the following condi- hunter. The youth hunter must be within tions: sight and normal voice contact of the adult. i. We allow hunting Monday through Sat- 11. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- urday during the State season. cles (ATVs) or off-highway vehicles (OHVs) ii. The hunter must possess and carry a (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). validated refuge permit (name and address) 12. We require consent from refuge per- while hunting. sonnel to enter and retrieve legally taken iii. We close the following areas to hunting game animals from closed areas including of Canada goose: Impoundments MI–4, MI–5, ‘‘No Hunting Zones.’’ and MI–6; in Rose Bay Canal, Outfall Canal, 13. We allow the use of only biodegradable- Lake Landing Canal, and Waupoppin Canal; type flagging. We prohibit affixing plastic 150 feet (45 m) from the mouth of the canals flagging, dots, glow tacks, reflectors, or where they enter Lake Mattamuskeet; and other materials to refuge vegetation (see 150 yards (135 m) from State Route 94. § 27.51 of this chapter). iv. We allow portable blinds, but hunters D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing for game must remove them daily (see § 27.93 of this and nongame fish and the catching of blue chapter). crabs on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to 11. Each youth hunter age 15 or younger the following conditions: must remain within sight and normal voice 1. We are open to sport fishing, bow fish- contact of an adult age 21 or older. Youth ing, and crabbing from March 1 through Oc- hunters must have completed a State-cer- tober 31 from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to tified hunter safety course and possess and 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset, except we allow carry the form or certificate. An adult may bank fishing and crabbing year-round from: directly supervise up to two youth hunters i. State Route 94; age 15 or younger. ii. The north bridge and south of the north B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] bridge at Lake Landing; C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting iii. The Outfall Canal water control struc- of white-tailed deer on designated areas of ture; the refuge in accordance with State regula- iv. The Central Canal bridge on Wildlife tions subject to the following conditions: Drive; and 1. The hunter must possess and carry a v. Along the west main and east main signed, validated refuge permit (name and canal between Entrance Road metal bridge address) while hunting. and Number One East Canal as posted. 2. We close to hunting areas along the En- 2. We allow bank fishing and crabbing from trance Road, MI–4 impoundment, signed the North Carolina Highway 94 causeway 24 areas along State Route 94, areas around the hours per day, year-round. refuge headquarters, and refuge residence 3. We allow motorized and nonmotorized area. fishing boats, canoes, and kayaks March 1

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through October 31. We prohibit airboats, powered photographic device that records sailboats, Jet Skis, and windboards. photographic images. 4. We prohibit bank fishing along the En- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting trance Road from State Route 94 to the En- of quail, rabbit, squirrel, raccoon, and opos- trance Road metal bridge. sum on designated dates and areas of the ref- 5. We prohibit herring dipping. uge in accordance with State regulations 6. We allow crabbing subject to the fol- subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. Conditions A1 through A6 apply (with i. We allow only five handlines and hand- the following exception to condition A2: activated traps per person. Owners must be Each adult may supervise no more than one in attendance, and anglers must remove all youth hunter). handlines and traps daily. 2. We require dogs on raccoon/opossum ii. We prohibit crab pots. hunts. All dogs must wear a collar displaying iii. Anglers may only take or possess 12 the owner’s name, address, and phone num- crabs per person per day. ber. PEA ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated dates and A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] areas of the refuge in accordance with State [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. regulations subject to the following condi- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] tions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crabbing in accordance with State regulations 1. Conditions A1 through A6 apply (with subject to the following conditions: the following exception to condition A2: 1. We require a nighttime fishing permit Each adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter). for surf fishing between 1⁄2 hour after legal 2. We require each person participating in sunset and 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise. 2. We prohibit fishing and crabbing North a muzzleloader or firearms quota hunt to Pond, South Pond, and New Field Pond Im- possess a nontransferable refuge Special Use poundments. Quota Hunt Permit. You may apply for Quota Hunt Permits by submitting a com- PEE DEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE pleted Quota Deer Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2354) available at the refuge office. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove on designated 3. During deer hunts we prohibit hunters dates and areas of the refuge in accordance from entering the refuge earlier than 4 a.m., with State regulations subject to the fol- and they must leave the refuge no later than lowing conditions: 2 hours after legal sunset. 1. We require all hunters to possess and 4. Youth quota hunts are for hunters ages carry a signed Refuge General Hunt Permit 10–15. We prohibit supervising adults from and government-issued picture ID while in hunting while participating in a youth quota the field. hunt. We allow no more than one supervising 2. Validly licensed adults, age 21 or older, adult for each youth possessing a permit on holding applicable permits must accompany quota hunts. and supervise, remaining in sight and voice 5. During refuge firearms deer hunts, all contact at all times, any youth hunters participants must wear at least 500 square (under age 16). Each adult may supervise no inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- more than two youth hunters. Youth hunters orange material above the waist as an outer must possess and carry evidence of success- garment while hunting and while en route to ful completion of a State-approved hunter and from hunting areas. education course. 6. We prohibit man driving for deer. We de- 3. We prohibit entering or crossing a ‘‘No fine a ‘‘man drive’’ as an organized hunting Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed Area’’. We pro- technique involving two or more individuals hibit the discharge of a weapon (see § 27.42 of where hunters attempt to drive game ani- this chapter) within, into, or across a ‘‘No mals from cover or habitat for the purpose of Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed Area’’. We require shooting, killing, or moving such animals to- consent from refuge personnel to enter a ‘‘No ward other hunters. Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed Area’’ for the pur- 7. We prohibit placing a tree stand on the pose of tracking and/or retrieving legally refuge more than 4 days prior to the opening taken game animals. day of the deer hunt in which hunters will be 4. We prohibit hunting on, from, or across participating, except for participants of the any road open to public vehicle traffic. This youth deer hunt, who may place tree stands includes the right-of-way which extends 30 no more than 7 days prior to the hunt day. feet (9 m) in either direction from the center Archery hunters must remove the tree of the road and all public parking areas stands (see § 27.93 of this chapter) by the last 5. We prohibit hunting on Sundays. day of that hunt. Muzzleloader and firearms 6. We prohibit the use of trail cameras. We hunters must remove tree stands by the day define a trail camera as any unattended, self- after the last day of that hunt.

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8. You must wear a safety belt or harness the Pungo Lake, Riders Creek, and Dunbar at all times when using any tree stand or Road waterfowl banding sites. climbing equipment. 2. We require consent from refuge per- 9. You must check all deer taken on the sonnel to enter and retrieve legally taken refuge at the refuge check station on the game animals from closed areas including date of take prior to removing the animal ‘‘No Hunting Zones.’’ We prohibit hunting from the refuge. If we do not have the check firearms in all closed areas and No Hunting station staffed by refuge personnel, you must Zones. use the self-check-in procedures. 3. We require all hunters to possess and 10. We prohibit the use of dogs for deer carry a signed, self-service refuge general hunting. hunting permit (signed brochure) while hunt- 11. We prohibit the use of plastic flagging. ing on the refuge. 12. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- 4. We open the refuge for daylight use only cles (ATVs) or off-highway vehicles (OHVs) (1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). legal sunset), except that we allow hunters 13. During refuge muzzleloader and fire- to enter and remain in open hunting areas arms deer hunts, we prohibit all other public from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 use in refuge hunting areas. hours after legal sunset except on the Pungo 14. We prohibit big game hunting within Unit (see condition C6). 100 feet (30 m) of any vehicle or road open to 5. We allow the use of all-terrain vehicles vehicle traffic. (ATVs) only on designated ATV roads (see D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- § 27.31 of this chapter) and only to transport ignated dates and areas of the refuge in ac- hunters and their equipment to hunt and cordance with State regulations subject to scout. We allow ATV use only on the ATV the following conditions: roads at the following times: 1. We require all anglers to possess and i. When we open the ATV road and sur- carry a signed refuge Sport Fishing Permit rounding area to hunting; (signed brochure) and government-issued picture ID while fishing in refuge waters. ii. One week prior to the ATV road and sur- 2. We prohibit boats utilizing gasoline-pow- rounding area opening to hunting; and ered motors. iii. On Sundays, when we open the ATV 3. You must unload and load boats by hand road and surrounding area for hunting the on all waters except those having designated following Monday. launch ramps. 6. Persons may only use (discharge) fire- 4. We prohibit possession or use of arms in accordance with refuge regulations trotlines, set hooks, gigs, jug lines, (50 CFR 27.42 and specific regulations in part limblines, snagging devices, nets, seines, fish 32). We prohibit hunting, taking, and at- traps, or other special devices. tempting to take any wildlife from a vehicle 5. We prohibit swimming. while the passenger area is occupied or when the engine is running, except that: POCOSIN LAKES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE i. We allow hunting from ATVs and other A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow similarly classed vehicles (where we author- hunting of duck, goose, swan, dove, ize them) as long as they are stationary and woodcock, rail, and snipe on designated the engine is turned off; and areas of the refuge in accordance with State ii. We allow hunting from boats (where we regulations subject to the following condi- authorize them) when the motor is off and tions all forward momentum from a motor has 1. We prohibit hunting on the Davenport ceased. and Deaver tracts (which include the area 7. We only allow the use of biodegradable- surrounding the Headquarters/Visitor Center type flagging. We prohibit affixing plastic and Scuppernong River Interpretive Board- flagging, dots, glow tacks, reflectors, or walk), the Pungo Shop area, New Lake, ref- other materials to refuge vegetation (see uge lands between Lake Phelps and Shore § 27.51 of this chapter). Drive, that portion of the Pinner Tract east 8. We prohibit migratory game bird hunt- of SR 1105, the portion of Western Road being on the Pungo Unit. tween the intersection with Seagoing Road 9. You may possess only approved nontoxic and the gate to the south, and the unnamed shot (see § 32.2(k)) while migratory game bird road at the southern boundary of the refuge hunting on and west of Evans Road. land located west of Pettigrew State Park’s 10. We only allow the use of portable blinds Cypress Point Access Area. We prohibit all and temporary blinds constructed of natural public entry on Pungo Lake year-round. Dur- materials, but we prohibit the cutting any ing November, December, January, and Feb- live vegetation on the refuge (see § 27.51 of ruary, we prohibit all public entry on New this chapter). You must remove portable Lake, Duck Pen Road (except that portion blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end that forms the Duck Pen Wildlife Trail and of each day. Pungo Lake Observation point when the 11. We allow the use of dogs to point and trail and observation point are open), and retrieve migratory game birds, but they

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must be under your immediate control at all 2. You may hunt spring turkey only if you times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). possess and carry a valid permit (General 12. While hunting, we require youth hunt- Special Use Application and Permit, FWS ers under age 16 to possess and carry proof Form 3–1383–G). These permits are valid only that they successfully passed a State-ap- for the dates and areas shown on the permit. proved hunter education course. Youth hunt- We require an application and a fee for those ers may only hunt under the direct super- permits and hold a drawing, when necessary, vision of a licensed hunter over age 21. One to select the permittees. licensed hunter over age 21 may supervise up 3. We allow those weapons authorized by to two migratory game bird youth hunters at the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Com- a time. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting mission for taking big game species except of quail, squirrel, raccoon, opossum, rabbit, that we prohibit the use of rifles or pistols beaver, nutria, and fox on designated areas for hunting. We allow hunters to take feral of the refuge in accordance with State regu- hog in any area that is open to hunting deer lations subject to the following conditions: using only those weapons authorized for tak- 1. Conditions A1 through A7 apply. ing deer. We also allow hunters to take feral 2. We prohibit upland game hunting on the hogs with shotgun, muzzleloader, bow and Pungo Unit. arrow, and crossbow on the Frying Pan area 3. We only allow the taking of beaver and tracts whenever we open those tracts to nutria with firearms (see § 27.42 of this chap- hunting any game species with firearms. ter) and only during those times when we 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic open the area hunted to hunting of other shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting turkeys on game animals with firearms. the Pungo Unit. 4. We prohibit the hunting of raccoon and 5. We allow deer hunting with shotgun and opossum during, 5 days before, and 5 days muzzleloader on the Pungo Unit only while after the State bear seasons. Outside of these possessing a valid permit from the North periods, we allow the hunting of raccoon and Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission for opossum at night but only while possessing a the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge General Special Use Application and Permit (FWS Form 3–1383–G). Pungo Unit–either-sex deer special hunts 5. We allow those weapons authorized by that we hold in late September and October. the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Com- We require a fee that validates the State permission for taking upland game species ex- mit to participate in these special hunts. cept that we prohibit the use of rifles, other 6. During the special hunts described in C5, than .22-caliber rimfire rifles for hunting, we allow only permitted hunters on the and we prohibit the use of pistols for hunt- Pungo Unit from 11⁄2 hours before legal sun- ing. rise until 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. 6. You may possess only approved nontoxic 7. Prior to December 1, we allow deer hunt- shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting upland ing with archery equipment as described by game on and west of Evans Road. the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Com- 7. We allow the use of dogs for pointing and mission on the Pungo Unit during all State retrieving upland game and for chasing rab- deer seasons, except during the muzzleloader bit (but not fox). The dogs must be under season and except during the special hunts your immediate control at all times (see described in C5. § 26.21(b) of this chapter), and we prohibit 8. Hunters must wear 500 square inches possession of buckshot or slugs while hunt- (3,250 cm2) of fluorescent-orange material ing with dogs. above the waist that is visible from all sides 8. You must wear 500 square inches (3,250 while hunting deer and feral hog in any area 2 cm ) of fluorescent-orange material above open to hunting these species with firearms. the waist that is visible from all sides when 9. We allow the use of only portable deer hunting upland game. stands (tree climbers, ladders, tripods, etc.). 9. While hunting, we require that youth Hunters with a valid permit (State permit) hunters under age 16 must possess and carry proof that they successfully passed a State- for the special hunts described in condition approved hunter education course. Youth C5 may install one deer stand on the Pungo hunters may only hunt under the direct su- Unit the day before the start of their hunt pervision of a licensed hunter age 21 or older. and leave it until the end of their hunt. A licensed hunter age 21 or older may di- Hunters must tag any stands left overnight rectly supervise up to two upland game on the refuge with their name, address, and youth hunters at a time. telephone number. Hunters may use ground C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of blinds, chairs, buckets, and other such items deer, turkey, and feral hog on designated for hunting, but we require that you remove areas of the refuge in accordance with State all of these items at the end of each day (see regulations subject to the following condi- § 27.93 of this chapter). tions: 10. While hunting, we require youth hunt- 1. Conditions A1 through A7 apply. ers under age 16 to possess and carry proof

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that they successfully passed a State-ap- 6. We allow hunting only during the State proved hunter education course. Youth hunt- waterfowl season occurring in November, De- ers may only hunt under the direct super- cember, and January. vision of a licensed hunter age 21 or older. A 7. Each youth hunter must remain within licensed hunter age 21 or older may only su- sight and normal voice contact of an adult pervise one big game youth hunter at a time. age 21 or older. An adult may directly super- 11. We prohibit the use of dogs to track, vise up to two youth hunters age 15 or chase, or in any way assist with the take of younger who must have successfully com- big game. pleted a State-approved hunter safety course D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- and possess and carry proof of certification. cordance with State regulations subject to 8. We open the refuge to daylight use only the following conditions. (legal sunrise to legal sunset), except that we 1. We allow fishing in Pungo Lake and New allow hunters to enter and remain in open Lake only from March 1 through October 31, hunting areas from 1 hour before legal shoot- except that we close Pungo Lake and the ening time until 1 hour after legal shooting tire Pungo Unit to fishing during the special time. hunts described in condition C5. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We prohibit boats on Pungo Lake. We C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] prohibit leaving a boat anywhere on the ref- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] uge overnight. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 3. We allow fishing only from 1⁄2 hour be- FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29085, May 18, fore legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal 1993; 59 FR 6695, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55187, sunset. Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62045, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR ROANOKE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 46397, Sept. 3, 1996; 63 FR 46919, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30787, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56406, Sept. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 18, 2000; 66 FR 46360, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58948, hunting of ducks and coots on designated Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54436, Sept. 8, 2004; areas of the refuge subject to the following 70 FR 54185, Sept. 13, 2005; 70 FR 56377, Sept. condition: We require a State-issued refuge 27, 2005; 73 FR 33193, June 11, 2008; 76 FR 3986, permit. Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56081, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 56054, Sept. 11, 2012] of squirrel, raccoon, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- § 32.53 North Dakota. lowing conditions: 1. We require a State-issued refuge permit. The following refuge units have been 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic opened for hunting and/or fishing, and shot while in the field. are listed in alphabetical order with C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of applicable refuge-specific regulations. white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following ARROWWOOD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE condition: We require a State-issued refuge A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] permit. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, partridge, cottontail rabbit, and fox on designated SWANQUARTER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas of the refuge in accordance with State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow regulations subject to the following condi- the hunting of tundra swan, snow goose, tions: brant, duck, and coot on designated areas of 1. We allow hunting on the day following the refuge in accordance with State regula- the close of the State firearm deer season tions subject to the following conditions: through the end of the regular upland bird 1. We allow hunting on refuge marshlands season. that include Great Island, Marsh Island, and 2. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit all of the refuge marshlands adjacent to Ju- and fox on the day following the close of the niper Bay eastward to West Bluff Bay. State firearm deer season through March 31. 2. We prohibit hunting within the 27,000 3. We allow access by foot travel only. acre (10,800 ha) Presidential Proclamation 4. We prohibit open fires (see § 27.95(a) of Area as posted. this chapter) and camping on the refuge. 3. We allow portable blinds. You must re- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- move blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) each ing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- day. cordance with State regulations subject to 4. We prohibit hunters/hunt parties from the following conditions: hunting closer than 150 yards (135 m) apart. 1. We prohibit entering the refuge before 5. You may use decoys, but you must re- legal shooting hours on the opening day of move them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) daily firearms deer season. Thereafter, you may upon completion of your hunt. enter, but not shoot, prior to legal hours. We

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require all hunters to be off the refuge 11⁄2 Production Areas throughout the District in hours after legal sunset. accordance with State regulations subject to 2. We allow deer hunting on the refuge dur- the following condition: You must remove ing the State Youth Deer Season except in boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal designated closed areas around refuge head- property, and any materials brought onto quarters, the wildlife observation area, and the area for blind construction each day (see the auto tour route. Consult the refuge hunt- §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). We prohibit ing map for open and closed hunting areas bringing any type of live or dead vegetation during the State Youth Deer Season. onto the refuge for any purpose at any time. 3. Firearm deer hunters may not enter the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland refuge after harvesting a deer unless un- game hunting on Waterfowl Production armed (see § 27.42(b) of this chapter) and Areas throughout the District in accordance wearing blaze orange. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. We allow access by foot travel only. You lowing condition: We prohibit the use of may use a vehicle on designated refuge roads horses for any purpose. and trails to retrieve deer during the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game lowing times only: 9:30 to 10 a.m.; 1:30 to 2 hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas p.m.; and 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset for 1 throughout the District in accordance with hour. State regulations subject to the following 5. We allow only temporary tree stands and condition: We prohibit the use of horses for blinds. You must remove all tree stands and any purpose. blinds at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 27.94 of this chapter). Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the 6. Condition B4 applies. District in accordance with State regula- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in actions subject to the following condition: You cordance with State regulations subject to must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing the following conditions: equipment, and other personal property (ex- 1. We only allow boats, up to a maximum cluding ice houses) by legal sunset (see of 25 hp, on Arrowwood Lake and Jim Lake §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). from May 1 to September 30 of each fishing year. AUDUBON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. We allow bank fishing along major road rights-of-way during the entire State fishing A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] season. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 3. We allow bank fishing on interior por- of ring-necked pheasant, gray partridge, and tions of the refuge from May 1 through Sep- sharp-tailed grouse on designated areas of tember 30 of each fishing year. We only allow the refuge in accordance with State regula- walk-in access, except for designated areas. tions subject to the following conditions: 4. We allow fishing in the bypass channel 1. We open to upland game hunting annu- during the regular State fishing season. We ally on the day following the close of the allow walk-in access along maintenance regular deer gun season, and we close per the trails from June 1 through September 30 of State season. each fishing year. 2. We prohibit hunting on or from refuge 5. We allow bow fishing for rough fish roads while operating a vehicle. Hunters along road rights-of-way in accordance with must park in designated parking areas or at State regulations from May 1 through Sep- the refuge boundary and walk in. tember 30 of each fishing year. We prohibit 3. We allow game retrieval without a fire- the use of crossbows. arm up to 100 yards (90 m) inside the refuge 6. We allow ice fishing on Arrowwood Lake, boundary fence and closed areas of the ref- Jim Lake, and the south 1⁄3 of Mud Lake. We uge. Retrieval time may not exceed 10 min- allow fish houses and vehicles (automobiles utes. You may use dogs to assist in retrieval. and trucks only) on the ice as conditions per- 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic mit. You must remove fish houses by March shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 15. You may use portable fish houses after C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of March 15, but you must remove them from white-tailed and mule deer on designated the refuge each day (see § 27.93 of this chap- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ter). regulations subject to the following condi- 7. We prohibit snowmobiles and ATVs on tions: the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). 1. The refuge gun, muzzleloader, and bow 8. We prohibit water activities not related deer hunting seasons open and close accord- to fishing (sailing, skiing, tubing, etc.) ing to State regulations. 9. We prohibit open fires (see § 27.95(a) of 2. We close the refuge to the State special this chapter) and camping on the refuge. youth deer hunting season. 3. We prohibit hunting on or from refuge ARROWWOOD WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT roads while operating a vehicle. Hunters A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow must park in designated parking areas or at migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl the refuge boundary and walk in. Hunters

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may use designated refuge roads to retrieve CHASE LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE downed deer. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 4. We allow only portable tree stands. You B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] must remove all tree stands at the end of C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- each day (see § 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). ing on the refuge in accordance with State 5. We prohibit hunting on all refuge is- regulations subject to the following condi- lands. tions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow ice fishing on 1. We prohibit deer hunting until the start designated areas of the refuge in accordance of the State deer gun season. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We prohibit the use of horses for any lowing conditions: purpose. 1. We restrict vehicle use to designated ice 3. Hunters may only enter the refuge on access points and refuge roads (see § 27.31 of foot. this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 2. We allow vehicles and fish houses on the ice as conditions allow. We require anglers to CHASE LAKE WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT remove fish houses, or parts thereof, from A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow the refuge ice, water, and land by no later migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl than March 15 of each year. We allow anglers Production Areas and Wildlife Development to use portable houses after March 15, but Areas throughout the District in accordance anglers must remove them from the refuge with State regulations subject to the fol- at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 lowing condition: You must remove boats, of this chapter). decoys, portable blinds, other personal prop- 3. We prohibit leaving fish houses unat- erty, and any materials brought onto the tended on refuge uplands or in refuge park- area for blind construction by the end of ing areas. each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 4. We prohibit all shore and boat fishing on ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or the refuge. dead vegetation onto the refuge for any purpose at any time. AUDUBON WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow game hunting on Waterfowl Production migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl Areas and Wildlife Development Areas Production Areas and Wildlife Development throughout the District in accordance with Areas throughout the District in accordance State regulations subject to the following with State regulations subject to the fol- condition: We prohibit the use of horses for lowing condition: You must remove boats, any purpose. decoys, portable blinds, other personal prop- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game erty, and any materials brought onto the hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and area for blind construction by the end of Wildlife Development Areas throughout the each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- District in accordance with State regula- ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or tions subject to the following condition: We dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- prohibit the use of horses for any purpose. pose at any time. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- game hunting on Waterfowl Production velopment Areas throughout the District in Areas and Wildlife Development Areas accordance with State regulations subject to throughout the District in accordance with the following condition: You must remove State regulations subject to the following boats, motor vehicles, fishing equipment, condition: We prohibit the use of horses for and other personal property (excluding ice any purpose. houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game and 27.94 of this chapter). hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and ROSBY WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT Wildlife Development Areas throughout the C District in accordance with State regula- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tions subject to the following condition: We migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl prohibit the use of horses for any purpose. Production Areas throughout the District in D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on accordance with State regulations subject to Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- the following condition: You must remove velopment Areas throughout the District in boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal accordance with State regulations subject to property, and any materials brought onto the following condition: You must remove the area for blind construction by the end of boats, motor vehicles, fishing equipment, each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- and other personal property (excluding ice ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- and 27.94 of this chapter). pose at any time.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 2. We only allow the use of portable tree game hunting on Waterfowl Production stands and ground blinds. We prohibit leav- Areas throughout the District in accordance ing stands and blinds overnight (see § 27.93 of with State regulations subject to the fol- this chapter) on the refuge. Tree stands can- lowing condition: We prohibit the use of not injure trees. Screw-in steps, bolts, nails, horses for any purpose. wire, or other objects that penetrate the C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game bark of the tree cannot be used (see § 32.2(i)). hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas 3. We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 throughout the District in accordance with p.m. (noon) on the first day of the respective State regulations subject to the following bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting sea- condition: We prohibit the use of horses for sons. any purpose. 4. We prohibit the use of flagging, trail D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on markers, paint, reflective tacks, or other Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the types of markers (see § 27.93 of this chapter). District in accordance with State regula- 5. We prohibit the use of trail cameras and tions subject to the following condition: You other electronic equipment. must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing 6. Conditions B7 through B10 apply. equipment, and other personal property (ex- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] cluding ice houses) by the end of each day DEVILS LAKE WETLAND MANAGEMENT (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). DISTRICT DES LACS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt Production Areas and Wildlife Development sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, Areas throughout the District in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- turkey, ring-necked pheasant, cottontail lowing conditions: rabbit, jackrabbit, snowshoe hare, and fox on 1. We prohibit hunting on Lambs Lake Wa- designated areas of the refuge in accordance terfowl Production Area in Nelson County; with State regulations and subject to the fol- Pleasant Lake Waterfowl Production Area in lowing conditions: Benson County; and Hart, Nelson, Little 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to Goose, and Vold Waterfowl Production Areas 10 p.m. in Grand Forks County. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 2. We prohibit hunting on portions of shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). Kellys Slough Waterfowl Production Area in 3. Upland game bird and rabbit season Grand Forks County, as posted. opens on the day following the close of the 3. You must remove boats, motor vehicles, regular firearm deer season through the end fishing equipment, and other personal prop- of the State season. erty (excluding ice houses) by the end of 4. You may use hunting dogs for retrieval each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- of upland game. Dogs must be under direct ter). control. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 5. Turkey hunting is subject to all State game hunting on Waterfowl Production regulations, license requirements, units, and Areas and Wildlife Development Areas dates. throughout the District in accordance with 6. Fox hunting is allowed on the day fol- State regulations subject to the following lowing the regular firearm deer season and conditions: closes on March 31. 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. 7. We prohibit hunting the area around ref- 2. We prohibit the use of horses for any uge headquarters, buildings, shops, and resi- purpose. dences. We post these areas with ‘‘Closed to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game Hunting’’ signs. hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and 8. We proibit the use of snowmobiles, all- Wildlife Development Areas throughout the terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-highway vehicles District in accordance with State regula- (OHVs), utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), bicy- tions subject to the following conditions: cles, or similar vehicles on the refuge. Conditions A1, A2, and B2 apply. 9. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, or D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on similar livestock on the refuge during all Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- hunting seasons. velopment Areas throughout the District in 10. We prohibit accessing refuge lands from accordance with State regulations subject to refuge waters. the following conditions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- 1. We prohibit fishing on Hart, Nelson, ing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- Vold, and Kellys Slough Waterfowl Produc- cordance with State regulations and subject tion Areas in Grand Forks County. to the following conditions: 2. You must remove boats, motor vehicles, 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to fishing equipment, and other personal prop- 10 p.m. erty (excluding ice houses) by the end of

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each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- residences. We post these areas with ‘‘Closed ter). to Hunting’’ signs. 3. We open nine designated Public Hunting J. CLARK SALYER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Areas (as delineated on the refuge hunting A. Hunting Migratory Game Birds. We allow brochure map available at the refuge head- hunting of goose, duck, and coot on nine des- quarters or posted on refuge information ignated Public Hunting Areas of the refuge boards and/or kiosks) on the refuge for deer in accordance with State regulations subject hunting during the regular firearms issued to the following conditions: from the State. 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to 4. You must possess and carry a refuge per- 10 p.m. mit to hunt antlered deer on the refuge out- 2. We allow the use of dogs for hunting and side the nine Public Hunting Areas during retrieving game birds. Dogs must be under the regular firearms season. direct control of the hunter (see § 26.21(b) of 5. We only allow the use of portable tree this chapter). stands and ground blinds. We prohibit leav- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ing stands and blinds overnight (see § 27.93 of of ruffed and sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian this chapter) on the refuge. partridge, turkey, ring-necked pheasant, and 6. We prohibit the use of flagging, trail fox on designated areas of the refuge in ac- markers, paint, reflective tacks, or other cordance with State regulations and subject types of markers (see § 27.93 of this chapter). to the following conditions: 7. We prohibit the use of trail cameras and 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to other electronic surveillance equipment. 10 p.m. 8. We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 2. We allow hunting for sharp-tailed p.m. (noon) on the first day of the respective grouse, Hungarian partridge, and ring- bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting sea- necked pheasant on nine designated Public sons. Refuge roads open to the public may be Hunting Areas as delineated on the refuge accessed before 12 p.m. (noon). hunting brochure map available at the ref- 9. Conditions B8 and B9 apply. uge headquarters or posted on refuge infor- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on mation boards and/or kiosks. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 3. We allow hunting for sharp-tailed tions and subject to the following conditions: grouse, ruffed grouse, Hungarian partridge, 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to and turkey south of the Upham-Willow City 10 p.m. Road in accordance with State seasons. 2. We allow boat and bank fishing only on 4. We open to hunting for sharp-tailed specifically designated portions of the refuge grouse, Hungarian partridge, and ring- as delineated on maps, leaflets and/or signs, necked pheasant north of the Willow-Upham available at the refuge headquarters or post- road on the day following the close of the ed on refuge information boards. regular firearm deer season. 3. We only allow non-motorized boats or 5. We prohibit hunting the area around the boats with electric motors. refuge headquarters, buildings, shops, and 4. Boat fishing is allowed from May 1 residences. We post these areas with ‘‘Closed through September 30. to Hunting’’ signs. 5. We prohibit entry to or fishing from any 6. We open the refuge to fox hunting on the water control structure. day following the close of the regular fire- 6. We open all refuge waters to ice fishing. arm deer season. Fox hunting on the refuge Ice fishing access is limited to foot traffic closes March 31. only. 7. Hunters may possess only approved 7. We allow the use of portable fish houses nontoxic shot for all upland game hunting, for ice fishing. Portable fish houses may not including turkey, as identified in § 20.21(j) of be left out overnight. this chapter. 8. Conditions B8 and B9 apply. 8. We prohibit the use of snowmobiles, all- J. CLARK SALYER WETLAND MANAGEMENT terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-highway vehicles DISTRICT (OHVs), utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), bicycles, or similar vehicles on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 9. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, or migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl similar livestock on the refuge during all Production Areas throughout the District in hunting seasons. accordance with State regulations subject to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the following condition: You must remove white-tailed deer on designated areas of the boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal refuge in accordance with State regulations property, and any materials brought onto subject to the following conditions: the area for blind construction by the end of 1. We open the refuge daily from 5 a.m. to each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 10 p.m. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or 2. We prohibit hunting the area around the dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- refuge headquarters, buildings, shops, and pose at any time.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 1. Refer to the refuge hunting map for des- game hunting on Waterfowl Production ignated hunting areas and information on Areas throughout the District in accordance hunting in specific zones. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We allow motorized boats only during lowing condition: We prohibit the use of the migratory game bird hunting season; horses for any purpose. however, motors must not exceed 10 hp. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 3. We prohibit shooting from, on, or across hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas any refuge road. throughout the District in accordance with 4. You must remove all boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any State regulations subject to the following materials brought onto the refuge for blind condition: We prohibit the use of horses for construction by the end of each day (see any purpose. §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 5. We prohibit pit blinds. Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the 6. We prohibit retrieval of waterfowl in the District in accordance with State regula- Archery Only or Deer and Late Season tions subject to the following condition: You Pheasant areas; refer to refuge hunting map must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing for information on hunting in specific zones. equipment, and other personal property (ex- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting cluding ice houses) by the end of each day of ring-necked pheasants, sharp-tailed (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). grouse, gray partridge, cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit, snowshoe hare, and fox on des- KULM WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ignated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow lowing condition: Refer to the refuge hunt- migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl ing map for designated hunting areas and re- Production Areas and Wildlife Development strictions. Areas throughout the District in accordance C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer and fox with State regulations subject to the fol- hunting on designated areas of the refuge in lowing condition: You must remove boats, accordance with State regulations subject to decoys, portable blinds, other personal prop- the following conditions: erty, and any materials brought onto the 1. Condition A1 applies. area for blind construction by the end of 2. We allow archery hunting on designated each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- areas of the refuge only; refer to the refuge ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or hunting map for information on hunting in dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- specific zones. pose at any time. 3. We prohibit the use of horses for any B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland purpose. game hunting on Waterfowl Production 4. We prohibit trapping, baiting, and spot- Areas and Wildlife Development Areas lighting. throughout the District in accordance with 5. We prohibit permanent tree stands. We State regulations subject to the following allow portable tree stands that hunters must condition: We prohibit the use of horses for remove from the refuge by the end of each any purpose. day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game the use of screw-in tree steps or similar ob- hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and jects that may damage trees (see § 32.2(i)). Wildlife Development Areas throughout the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] District in accordance with State regula- LAKE ILO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tions subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of horses for any purpose. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] velopment Areas throughout the District in D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- accordance with State regulations subject to ignated areas of the refuge in accordance the following condition: You must remove with State regulations subject to the fol- boats, motor vehicles, fishing equipment, lowing conditions: and other personal property (excluding ice 1. We open the refuge all year for fishing houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 from legal sunrise to legal sunset. The refuge and 27.94 of this chapter). has designated open and closed areas for fishing. LAKE ALICE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. We open the refuge to boating from May 1 through September 30. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 3. We open the refuge to ice fishing from migratory game bird hunting on designated October 1 through March 31. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 4. We restrict vehicle use to refuge roads, regulations subject to the following condi- designated boat ramps, and ice access points tions; (see § 27.31 of this chapter).

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5. We prohibit fishing and public use on ref- 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic uge islands and concrete dam spillways. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 2. The upland game bird season opens an- LAKE NETTIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE nually on the day following the close of the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] firearm deer season and runs through the close of the State season. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3. We close to upland game hunting those C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of areas marked with yellow closed to hunting white-tailed and mule deer on designated signs. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 4. We prohibit hunters and dogs from en- regulations subject to the following condi- tering closed areas to retrieve game. tions: C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 1. We open portions of the refuge to gun, deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- muzzleloader, bow, and the special youth cordance with State regulations subject to deer hunting seasons according to State reg- the following conditions: ulations. The refuge has designated open and 1. Hunters must only enter the refuge on closed areas for deer hunting. foot. 2. We close all refuge roads to vehicle use 2. We allow archery hunting. We restrict for hunting and retrieval of deer. Hunters open archery areas to those areas of the ref- must park vehicles at the refuge boundary uge open to firearms during the firearm sea- and walk in. son. 3. Hunters may walk in to retrieve deer in 3. We close to deer hunting during the fire- areas marked with no hunting zone signs. We arm deer season those areas marked with prohibit firearms while retrieving deer from yellow closed to hunting signs. We also close these areas. this area to muzzleloader hunters during 4. Hunters must only use portable tree muzzleloader season. stands that they install and remove (see 4. We prohibit hunters entering closed § 27.93 of this chapter) each day. We prohibit areas to retrieve game. permanent tree stands. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ignated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- LAKE ZAHL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lowing conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We restrict bank fishing to public use B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting areas on Unit 1 and Long Lake Creek. of ring-necked pheasants, sharp-tailed 2. We restrict boat fishing to Long Lake grouse, and gray partridge on designated Creek. 3. We restrict boats to 25 hp maximum. areas of the refuge subject to the following 4. We restrict boats to the period from May conditions: 1 through September 30. 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic 5. We restrict ice fishing to Unit 1 and shot while in the field. Long Lake Creek. 2. The upland game bird season opens an- 6. We prohibit motorized vehicles on ice nually on the day following the close of the (see § 27.31 of this chapter). regular firearm deer season through the end 7. We only allow fishing from legal sunrise of the State season. to legal sunset. 3. Hunters may enter the refuge on foot 8. Anglers must park vehicles in designated only. parking areas. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas of the refuge sub- LONG LAKE WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1. We allow archery hunting through the migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl day before the opening of the State water- Production Areas and Wildlife Development fowl season and allow it following the deer Areas throughout the District in accordance gun season. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We allow deer gun hunting concurrent lowing condition: You must remove boats, with the State deer gun season. decoys, portable blinds, other personal prop- 3. Hunters may enter the refuge on foot erty, and any materials brought onto the only. area for blind construction by the end of D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or LONG LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] pose at any time. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland of ring-necked pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, game hunting on Waterfowl Production and grey partridge on designated areas of the Areas and Wildlife Development Areas refuge in accordance with State regulations throughout the District in accordance with subject to the following conditions: State regulations subject to the following

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condition: We prohibit the use of horses for each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- any purpose. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and pose at any time. Wildlife Development Areas throughout the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland District in accordance with State regula- game hunting on Waterfowl Production tions subject to the following condition: We Areas throughout the District in accordance prohibit the use of horses for any purpose. with State regulations subject to the fol- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on lowing condition: We prohibit the use of Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- horses for any purpose. velopment Areas throughout the District in C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game accordance with State regulations subject to hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas the following condition: You must remove throughout the District in accordance with boats, motor vehicles, fishing equipment, State regulations subject to the following and other personal property (excluding ice condition: We prohibit the use of horses for houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 any purpose. and 27.94 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the LOSTWOOD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE District in accordance with State regula- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] tions subject to the following condition: You B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing of sharp-tailed grouse and grey partridge on equipment, and other personal property (ex- designated areas of the refuge in accordance cluding ice houses) by the end of each day with State regulations subject to the fol- (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). lowing conditions: 1. We prohibit hunting on the portion of SIBLEY LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the refuge south of Highway 50 during the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] State gun season. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We allow hunting only on the portion of C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of white- the refuge north of Highway 50 beginning the tailed deer is permitted on designated areas day following the close of the State deer gun of the refuge subject to the following condi- season through the end of the State season. tion: Permits are required. 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] shot while in the field (see §32.2(k)). 4. We prohibit the use of horses during all SLADE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting seasons. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] cordance with State regulations subject to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the following conditions: deer in accordance with State regulations 1. The refuge gun, muzzleloader, and bow subject to the following condition: Hunters deer hunting seasons open and close accord- must only enter the refuge on foot. ing to State regulations. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 2. We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 STEWART LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE p.m. (noon) on the first day of the archery, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting season. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 3. We will allow only preseason scouting in B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] public use areas and hiking trails. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 4. We allow only portable tree stands. You D. Sport Fishing. We allow ice or shore fish- must remove all tree stands at the end of ing in accordance with State regulations each day (see §§27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- subject to the following condition: We re- ter). strict vehicle use to the refuge road (see 5. Hunters may enter the refuge only on § 27.31 of this chapter). foot. 6. Condition B4 applies. TEWAUKON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow ring- LOSTWOOD WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT necked pheasant hunting on designated areas A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of the refuge (see refuge brochure/maps for migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl designated area) in accordance with State Production Areas throughout the District in regulations and subject to the following con- accordance with State regulations subject to ditions: the following condition: You must remove 1. The season opens on the first Monday boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal following the close of the State deer gun sea- property, and any materials brought onto son and continues through the close of the the area for blind construction by the end of State pheasant season.

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2. You may only possess approved nontoxic UPPER SOURIS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). A. Hunting of Migratory Birds. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer bow B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunting on designated areas of the refuge in of sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, accordance with State regulations subject to and pheasant on designated areas of the ref- the following conditions: uge in accordance with State regulations 1. The season closes September 30 and re- subject to the following conditions: opens the Friday following the close of the 1. We allow the use of dogs for hunting and State gun deer season and continues through retrieving of upland game birds. Dogs must the end of the State archery deer season. be under direct control of the hunter (see 2. We allow deer gun hunting on designated § 26.21(b) of this chapter). areas of the refuge (see refuge brochure/maps 2. We open for hunting on Unit I during the for designated areas) in accordance with State hunting season. Unit I includes all ref- State regulations. uge land north of the township road that 3. We allow youth deer hunting on des- runs east of Tolley, across Dam 41 (Carter ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Dam), and east to State Route 28. with State regulations. 3. We open for hunting on Unit II during D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on the State hunting season, except we close designated waters (Tewaukon and Sprague from the first day of the regular State water- Lakes only) in accordance with State regula- fowl season through the last day of State tions and subject to the following conditions: deer gun season. Unit II includes refuge land 1. We allow boats from May 1 through Sep- between Lake Darling Dam and Unit I. tember 30. 4. We close land south of Lake Darling 2. We allow ice fishing on designated por- Dam to all upland game bird hunting. tions of Tewaukon and Sprague Lakes (see 5. We prohibit hunting the area around ref- refuge brochure/maps for designated areas) uge headquarters, buildings, shops, and resi- in accordance with State regulations. dences. We post these areas with ‘‘Closed to Hunting’’ signs. TEWAUKON WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 6. We prohibit remaining on the refuge between the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 7. We prohibit the use of snowmobiles, all- migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-highway vehicles Production Areas and Wildlife Development (OHVs), utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs), bi- Areas throughout the District in accordance cycles, or similar vehicles on the refuge. with State regulations subject to the fol- 8. We prohibit accessing refuge lands from lowing condition: You must remove boats, refuge waters, including Lake Darling and decoys, portable blinds, other personal prop- the Souris River. erty, and any materials brought onto the 9. We prohibit the use of horses, mules, or area for blind construction by the end of similar livestock on the refuge during all each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- hunting seasons. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or 10. Hunters may possess only approved dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- nontoxic shot for all upland game hunting as pose at any time. identified in § 20.21(j) of this chapter. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- game hunting on Waterfowl Production ing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- Areas and Wildlife Development Areas cordance with State regulations subject to throughout the District in accordance with the following conditions: State regulations subject to the following 1. We only allow the use of portable tree condition: We prohibit the use of horses for stands and ground blinds. We prohibit leav- any purpose. ing stands and blinds overnight (see § 27.93 of C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game this chapter) on the refuge. hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and 2. We prohibit the use of flagging, trail Wildlife Development Areas throughout the markers, paint, reflective tacks, or other District in accordance with State regula- types of markers (see § 27.93 of this chapter). tions subject to the following condition: We 3. We prohibit the use of trail cameras and prohibit the use of horses for any purpose. other electronic equipment left overnight. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 4. We prohibit remaining on the refuge be- Waterfowl Production Areas and Wildlife De- tween the hours of 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. velopment Areas throughout the District in 5. Conditions B5 and B7 through B9 apply. accordance with State regulations subject to 6. We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 the following condition: You must remove p.m. (noon) on the first day of the respective boats, motor vehicles, fishing equipment, bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting sea- and other personal property (excluding ice sons. houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on and 27.94 of this chapter). designated areas of the refuge in accordance

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with State regulations subject to the fol- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland lowing conditions: game hunting on Waterfowl Production 1. We allow the use of fishing boats, ca- Areas throughout the District in accordance noes, kayaks, and float tubes in designated with State regulations subject to the fol- boat fishing areas from Lake Darling Dam lowing condition: We prohibit the use of north to State Highway 28 (Greene) crossing horses for any purpose. for fishing from May 1 through September 30. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 2. We allow fishing from nonmotorized ves- hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas sels only on the Beaver Lodge Canoe Trail throughout the District in accordance with from May 1 through September 30. State regulations subject to the following 3. We allow boating and fishing from ves- condition: We prohibit the use of horses for sels on the Souris River from Mouse River any purpose. Park to the north boundary of the refuge D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on from May 1 through September 30. Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the 4. We allow shore fishing in designated District in accordance with State regula- areas. Consult with the refuge manager or tions subject to the following condition: You refuge fishing brochure for specific areas. must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing 5. You may ice fish in all ice-covered equipment, and other personal property (ex- waters of the Souris River and Lake Darling. cluding ice houses) by the end of each day 6. We prohibit remaining on the refuge be- (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). tween the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. 7. We prohibit the use of snowmobiles, all- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-highway vehicles FR 29085, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6686, Feb. 11, (OHVs), utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs), am- 1994; 59 FR 55187, 55191, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR phibious vehicles, personal watercraft 62045, Dec. 4, 1995; 63 FR 46919, Sept. 3, 1998; (PWCs), bicycles, or similar vehicles on the 65 FR 30788, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56407, Sept. refuge. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46360, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58949, 8. We prohibit swimming, sailing, water Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54440, Sept. 8, 2004; skiing, pleasure boating, and overnight use 70 FR 54185, Sept. 13, 2005; 74 FR 45695, Sept. or camping. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3987, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56083, 9. You may drive licensed cars and pickups Sept. 9, 2011; 79 FR 14836, Mar. 17, 2014] on the ice from Lake Darling Dam north to Carter Dam (Dam 41) for ice fishing. § 32.54 Ohio. 10. We allow access to sites for ice fishing. The following refuge units have been Consult with the refuge manager or refuge opened to hunting and/or fishing, and fishing brochure for specific areas. 11. We allow walk-in access only at des- are listed in alphabetical order with ignated sites on the Souris River north of applicable refuge-specific regulations. Carter Dam (Dam 41) and south of Lake Dar- CEDAR POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ling Dam for ice fishing. 12. We allow you to place fish houses over- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] night on the ice of Lake Darling subject to B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] State regulations. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 13. We prohibit leaving fish houses over- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on night or unattended on refuge uplands or in designated areas of the refuge subject to the parking areas. following conditions: 14. We allow anglers to place portable fish 1. You may fish only during daylight hours houses on the Souris River north of Carter during designated dates. Dam (Dam 41) and south of Lake Darling 2. We do not allow boats or flotation de- Dam for ice fishing, but anglers must remove vices. the fish houses from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of this chapter). OTTAWA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow VALLEY CITY WETLAND MANAGEMENT hunting of goose and duck on designated DISTRICT areas of the refuge in accordance with State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow regulations subject to the following condi- migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl tions: Production Areas throughout the District in 1. You must possess and carry a State- accordance with State regulations subject to issued permit. All hunters must check-in and the following condition: You must remove out at the State hunter check station. boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal 2. We require that hunting stop at 12 p.m. property, and any materials brought onto (noon) each day. the area for blind construction by the end of 3. We require that hunters hunt within 75 each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- yards (67.5 m) of the assigned blind. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or 4. You may only possess approved nontoxic dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- shotshells (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field in pose at any time. quantities of 25 or less.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 7. We prohibit horse and mule riding while C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunting on the refuge. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 8. We provide access for hunters with dis- refuge in accordance with State regulations abilities. Please contact the refuge office for subject to the following conditions: additional information. 1. We require hunters to possess and carry 9. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- a State-issued permit. rying firearms on the refuge must comply 2. We require that hunters check out at the with all provisions of State and local law. refuge check station with a State-issued Big Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in Game Harvest Report no later than 1 hour accordance with refuge regulations (50 CFR after the conclusion of their controlled hunt. 27.42 and specific refuge regulations in part 3. We require that hunters wear a hat and 32). outer jacket/vest that is blaze orange. 10. An adult at least age 18 must directly 4. We require that hunters remain within supervise youth age 14 or younger while their assigned unit. hunting. 5. We prohibit possession of more than one B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunting weapon while in the field. of squirrel, rabbit, turkey, and raccoon in 6. We prohibit the construction or use of designated areas of the refuge in accordance permanent blinds or tree stands. with State regulations subject to the fol- 7. We require that hunters obtain permis- lowing conditions: sion from refuge officials before tracking a 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- wounded deer out of their assigned hunting uge permit (signed refuge brochure) for unit. squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon. We require no 8. We prohibit shooting from any road. fee. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 2. We allow shotguns, .22- and .17-caliber ignated areas of the refuge in accordance rimfire rifles, and pistols for rabbit and with State regulations subject to the fol- squirrel hunting. lowing conditions: 3. Raccoon hunting only: Hunt hours are 1. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset to legal sunrise only. State fire- legal sunset during designated dates. arm restrictions apply. 2. We prohibit boats or flotation devices. 4. We publish opening and closing dates in [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 60 the Refuge Hunt Brochure. FR 61492, Nov. 30, 1995; 65 FR 30789, May 12, 5. We allow dogs for hunting squirrel, rab- 2000; 65 FR 56407, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR 54362, bit, and raccoon, but you must remove the 54444, Sept. 8, 2004; 73 FR 33194, June 11, 2008; dogs from the refuge at the end of the hunt 76 FR 3988, Jan. 21, 2011; 79 FR 14837, Mar. 17, (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). 2014] 6. We offer refuge-controlled turkey hunts. We require hunters to possess a permit and § 32.55 Oklahoma. pay a fee for these hunts. You may call the refuge office or the State for information The following refuge units have been concerning these hunts. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 7. Turkey hunters must check-in and out are listed in alphabetical order with at a refuge check station. Refuge staff pro- applicable refuge-specific regulations. vide a hunter briefing as part of the check- in. DEEP FORK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 8. We prohibit the construction or use of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow permanent blinds during turkey hunts. hunting of duck in designated areas of the 9. We prohibit off-road vehicle use (see refuge in accordance with State regulations § 27.31 of this chapter). subject to the following conditions: 10. Conditions A7, A8, and A9 apply. 1. You must possess and carry a free signed 11. An adult at least age 18 must directly refuge permit (signed refuge brochure). supervise youth hunters age 14 or younger 2. We prohibit taking of goose during the while hunting. duck hunt. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. Species and bag limits are in accordance white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated with State regulations. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 4. We allow duck hunting on Fridays, Sat- regulations subject to the following condi- urdays, Sundays, and Mondays, from 1⁄2 hour tions: before legal sunrise until 1 p.m. Refer to the 1. You must possess and carry a refuge Spe- refuge hunting brochure for opening and cial Use Permit (FWS Form 3–1383) for the closing dates. archery deer hunt only. Hunters must turn 5. You may only use portable blinds. You in a Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3– must remove blinds, decoys, and all personal 2359) by December 31 annually. Failure to equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) daily. submit the report will render the hunter in- 6. We prohibit off-road vehicle use (see eligible for the next year’s limited season § 27.31 of this chapter). archery deer hunt.

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2. We will offer a limited season archery 8. We allow noodling in accordance with deer hunt following the controlled deer hunt. State fishing regulations. 3. You may hunt feral hog during any es- 9. We prohibit the taking of turtle and tablished refuge hunting season. Refuge per- mussel (see § 27.21 of this chapter). mits (either a signed refuge brochure, Spe- 10. We provide access for anglers with dis- cial Use Permit, or a State-issued controlled abilities. Please contact the refuge office for hunt permit) and legal weapons apply for the additional information. current hunting season. 11. Conditions A7 and A9 apply. 4. We prohibit scouting when we are conducting controlled deer hunts. LITTLE RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 5. We offer refuge-controlled deer hunts A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow (primitive weapon, disabled primitive, youth hunting of duck on designated areas of the primitive). We require hunters to possess a refuge in accordance with State regulations permit (a State-issued controlled hunt per- subject to the following conditions: mit) and pay a fee for these hunts. For infor- 1. We prohibit off-road vehicle use (see mation concerning the hunts, contact the § 27.31 of this chapter). refuge office or the State. 6. We prohibit off-road vehicle use (see 2. We prohibit building and use of perma- § 27.31 of this chapter). nent blinds. You may only use portable 7. Conditions A7, A8, and A9 apply. blinds. You must remove blinds, decoys, and 8. Hunters may place no more than one all personal equipment from the refuge daily stand on the refuge. Stands may not be in (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). place until the day the hunt begins. Hunters 3. You may hunt from 1⁄2 hour before legal must remove stands the day the hunt ends. sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon) each day. 9. We allow take of feral hog only during 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- daylight hours, and they must be dead prior uge permit while hunting. to removal from the refuge. 5. You may only hunt duck during des- 10. An adult at least age 18 must directly ignated refuge seasons. supervise youth age 14 or younger while 6. You may only possess approved nontoxic hunting. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 11. During the refuge archery deer season/ B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting hunt, we follow the archery legal means of of squirrel, rabbit, turkey, beaver, and rac- taking found in the Oklahoma Department coon on designated areas of the refuge in ac- of Wildlife Conservation’s annual official cordance with State regulations subject to Hunting Guide. No person may use any fire- the following conditions: arm in conjunction with this hunt. 1. Turkey hunters using firearms (see D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- § 27.42 of this chapter) must pay fees and ob- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance tain a controlled hunt permit through the with State regulations subject to the fol- State. lowing conditions: 2. Conditions A1 and A4 apply. 1. A fishing brochure with a map is avail- 3. You may only hunt upland game during able from the refuge office. We identify park- designated refuge seasons. ing areas and open and closed areas on the 4. Shotgun hunters may only possess ap- map. proved nontoxic shot while in the field (see 2. No person may use any firearm in con- § 32.2(k)). junction with fishing. 5. You may hunt beaver during any estab- 3. We allow year-round fishing on the Deep lished refuge hunting season. Refuge permits Fork River and at the Montezuma Creek and legal weapons apply for the current Fishing Area. We allow fishing on all other hunting season. sloughs, farm ponds, and impoundments not C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of connected to the River from March 1 through deer and feral hog on designated areas of the October 31. refuge in accordance with State regulations 4. Game fish species and creel/possession subject to the following conditions: limits are in accordance with State regula- 1. Deer hunters using firearms (see § 27.42 of tions. this chapter) must pay fees and obtain a con- 5. We allow bowfishing on the refuge from trolled hunt permit through the State. legal sunrise to legal sunset from March 1 to 2. Condition A1 applies. September 30 except during the Youth and 3. You may hunt feral hog during any es- Adult Controlled Turkey Hunts. Please con- tablished refuge hunting season. Refuge per- tact the refuge for more information. mits and legal weapons apply for the current 6. We prohibit snagging and netting. hunting season. 7. We only allow trotlines, juglines, 4. Deer archery hunters must possess and limblines, and yo-yos in the Deep Fork River carry a signed refuge permit while hunting. and prohibit them in any other areas on the 5. You may only hunt big game during des- refuge. Anglers must mark lines and attend ignated refuge seasons. and remove them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- in accordance with State regulations. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance

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with State regulations subject to the fol- 5. We prohibit the taking of any type of lowing conditions: bait from refuge lands or waters. 1. Condition A1 applies. 6. We only allow fishing on Bonham Pond: i. By youths age 14 and under; OPTIMA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ii. By any person with a disability; A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of iii. Only from legal sunrise to legal sunset; mourning doves is permitted on designated iv. With a limit of one pole per person; and areas of the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt SEQUOYAH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE pheasants, bobwhite and scaled quail, cottontail rabbit and jackrabbit on the refuge A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow in accordance with State hunting regula- hunting of duck, goose, dove, coot, snipe, and tions subject to the following conditions: woodcock on designated areas of the refuge 1. Only shotguns are permitted. in accordance with State regulations subject C. Big Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt to the following conditions: white-tailed deer, mule deer and turkey on 1. We require an annual refuge permit (Spe- the refuge in accordance with State hunting cial Use Permit; FWS Form 3–1383) for all regulations subject to the following condi- hunting. The hunter must possess and carry tions: the signed permit while hunting. We require 1. Archery and shotguns are permitted dur- hunters to abide by all terms and conditions ing spring turkey season. listed on the permit. 2. Only archery hunting is permitted dur- 2. We open the refuge to hunting only on ing fall seasons. Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] We prohibit hunters from entering the land portion of the Sandtown Bottom Unit or any SALT PLAINS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE portion of Sally Jones Lake before 5 a.m. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Hunters must leave the area by 1 hour after hunting of duck, goose, sandhill crane, and legal sunset. We prohibit hunting or shoot- mourning dove on designated areas of the ing within 50 feet (15 m) of designated roads refuge in accordance with State regulations or parking areas. All hunters must park in subject to the following conditions: designated parking areas. 1. You may only possess approved nontoxic 3. We designate the east portion of shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). Sandtown Bottom Unit and the portion of 2. We require hunters to check-in and out Robert S. Kerr Reservoir, from Tuff boat of the refuge. ramp to the confluence of Vian Creek, as a 3. Hunting begins 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- Wildlife Use Area, and we close it to all rise and ends at 12 p.m. (noon). entry, except for the designated hiking trail, 4. We prohibit hunting during the regular from September 1 through March 31. We State rifle deer season on Saturdays, Sun- mark the closed area with signs and buoys. days, and Mondays. 4. Season lengths and bag limits will be in B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting accordance with State regulations with the of quail and pheasant on designated areas of exception that all hunting, except for the the refuge in accordance with State regula- conservation light goose season, will close on tions subject to the following conditions: January 31 of each year. If a conservation 1. Conditions A1 through A4 apply. light goose season is in effect, it will follow C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of white- State regulations with the exception of spe- tailed deer is permitted on designated areas cial regulations and hunting days. of the refuge subject to the following condi- 5. Hunters must use only legal shotguns tion: Permits and payment of a fee are re- and possess only approved nontoxic shot for quired. migratory bird hunting. Persons possessing, D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- transporting, or carrying firearms on na- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance tional wildlife refuges must comply with all with State regulations subject to the fol- provisions of State and local law. Persons lowing conditions: may only use (discharge) firearms in accord- 1. We close designated areas of the Great ance with refuge regulations (50 CFR 27.42 Salt Plains Reservoir. and specific refuge regulations in part 32). 2. We allow fishing from April 1 through 6. We prohibit construction of pit blinds or October 15. permanent blinds. You must reduce blinds to 3. We prohibit trotlines within 500 feet (150 a natural appearance or remove them (see m) of the shoreline of the Jet Recreation § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end of the day. Area. You must remove all empty shells, litter, de- 4. Posts used to secure or anchor trotlines coys, boats, or other personal property (see must reach a minimum of 2 feet (30 cm) §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) at the end of above the water surface, and you must mark the day. We prohibit camping in boats or them to make them clearly visible to boat- otherwise spending the night on any area of ers. the refuge.

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7. We allow boats, and you must operate they must follow all applicable State regula- them under applicable State laws and com- tions. ply with all licensing and marking regula- 3. We require payment of State and Federal tions from their State of origin. special deer hunting fees. 8. We prohibit guiding or outfitting for 4. Condition A9 applies. commercial purposes. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and 9. We prohibit hunters from using refuge frogging on designated areas of the refuge in boat ramps to access hunting areas outside accordance with State regulations subject to the refuge boundary on days when we close the following conditions: the refuge for hunting certain species or for 1. Fishing and frogging will follow State any species not hunted on the refuge. seasons, limits, and regulations with the ex- 10. We restrict the use of airboats within ception that from September 1 to March 31 the refuge boundary to the navigation chan- we prohibit fishing or frogging in the closed nel and the designated hunting areas from zone south of refuge headquarters, as des- September 1 to March 31. ignated by buoys and signs. We close the 11. We prohibit hunters entering the Horton Slough area south of the refuge head- Sandtown Bottom Unit prior to 5 a.m. during quarters to fishing and entry east to the con- the hunting season. Until 7 a.m., the en- fluence of Little Vian Creek. trance is through the headquarters gate 2. We prohibit boating on the closed por- only, at which time hunters may enter the tion of Sally Jones Lake from September 1 Sandtown Bottom Unit through any other to March 31. access point on the refuge. Hunters must 3. You must remove trotlines (see § 27.93 of leave the Sandtown Bottom Unit by 1 hour this chapter) from the closed zone before after legal sunset. September 1. 12. We prohibit alcoholic beverages on all 4. Conditions A6 (boats used for fishing), refuge lands. A8, and A9 apply. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 5. We prohibit the possession of any fire- of squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of arms or bows with arrows while frogging. the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: TISHOMINGO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. Conditions A1, A3, and A8 through A12 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We only open the refuge to hunting on B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of We generally designate open areas as: Area white-tailed deer on designated areas of the A—Sandtown Bottom, Area B—Webber Bot- refuge in accordance with State regulations tom, and Area C—Girty Bottom. We prohibit subject to the following conditions: hunting or shooting within 50 feet (15 me- 1. Refuge bonus deer gun hunts are by spe- ters) of designated roads or parking areas. cial permit (issued by the Oklahoma State All hunters must park in designated parking Department of Wildlife Conservation) only; areas. we prohibit prehunt scouting or use of cam- 3. Season lengths and bag limits will be in era-monitoring devices. accordance with State regulations with the 2. We prohibit baiting (see § 32.2(h)). exception that all upland game hunting will 3. We allow camping in compliance with close on January 31 of each year. conditions set out by the refuge. 4. We only allow legal shotguns and ap- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on proved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)). You must designated areas of the refuge in accordance plug shotguns so they are incapable of hold- with State regulations subject to the fol- ing more than three shells. You must unload lowing conditions and case shotguns (see § 27.42(b) of this chap- 1. Anglers may bank and wade fish with ter) while transporting them by vehicle or pole and line or rod and reel year-round in boat. areas open for public fishing access. 5. We require upland game hunters to fol- 2. Anglers may use boats from March 1 low State blaze-orange regulations. through September 30 in designated waters C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of (see refuge map). white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 3. Anglers may ‘‘no-wake’’ boat fish during refuge in accordance with State regulations the boating season with line and pole or rod subject to the following conditions: and reel, except in areas designated as Sanc- 1. Hunters must possess and carry a refuge- tuary Zones. controlled hunt permit, and comply with the 4. Anglers may use trotlines and other set designated refuge season, hunting methods, tackle only in the Cumberland Pool (des- and location guidelines for that year. ignated areas), Rock Creek, and between the 2. Hunters must apply to the State-con- natural banks of the Washita River. Anglers trolled deer hunt drawing administered by may only use set tackle with anchored the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Con- floats. servation for selection. We require those 5. We prohibit use of limblines, throwlines, hunters to attend a prehunt briefing, and juglines, and yo-yos.

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6. We prohibit use of any containers (jugs, areas of the refuge subject to the following bottles) as floats. conditions: 7. Anglers may night fish from a boat (dur- 1. We allow hunting during the special ref- ing boating season) in the Cumberland Pool, uge season in accordance with the refuge except in the Sanctuary Zones. Anglers may hunt information sheet. night fish at the Headquarters area, Sandy 2. You must obtain a refuge hunt permit Creek Bridge, Murray 23, and Nida Point. and pay a fee (fee waived for Youth Hunt 9. Anglers may take bait only for personal participants). use while fishing on the refuge in accordance 3. You must check in and out of hunt areas with State law. We prohibit bait removal daily at the refuge office or check station. from the refuge for commercial sales. We 4. You must take bagged deer and/or hog to also prohibit release of bait back into the the refuge check station. water. 5. We will determine bag limits on deer an- 9. We prohibit bow fishing. nually. 10. We prohibit take of fish by use of hands 6. We prohibit the use of bait. (noodling). 7. A nonhunting mentor of 21 years of age 11. We prohibit take of frog, turtle, or mus- or older must accompany, and be in the im- sel. mediate presence of, participants in the 12. We prohibit swimming, water sports, Youth Hunt, who must be between the ages personal watercraft, and airboats. of 12 and 18. Hunters and mentors must 13. Condition C3 applies. BOTH wear hunter orange clothing meeting or exceeding the minimum State require- TISHOMINGO WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT UNIT ments. 8. We prohibit handguns. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish in des- hunting of mourning dove and waterfowl on ignated areas of the refuge in accordance the Tishomingo Wildlife Management Unit with State fishing regulations subject to the of Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge in following conditions: accordance with State regulations. 1. Anglers may fish from March 15 through B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting October 14 in the Washita River and Foss of quail, squirrel, turkey, and rabbit on the Reservoir. Anglers may bank fish year round Tishomingo Wildlife Management Unit of in the Washita River and Foss Reservoir Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge in ac- from open areas. cordance with State regulations. 2. Anglers may access fishing areas only C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of from designated parking areas and by boat white-tailed deer on the Tishomingo Wildlife from Foss Reservoir. Management Unit of Tishomingo National 3. We do not allow boats and other flota- Wildlife Refuge in accordance with State tion devices on refuge waters from October regulations. 15 through March 14. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on the Tishomingo Wildlife Management Unit WICHITA MOUNTAINS NATIONAL WILDLIFE of Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge in REFUGE accordance with State regulations. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] WASHITA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of elk and A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow white-tailed deer is permitted on designated hunting of duck, goose, and sandhill crane on areas of the refuge subject to the following designated areas of the refuge in accordance condition: Permits and payment of a fee are with State regulations subject to the fol- required. lowing conditions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 1. We require permits and payment of a fee ignated areas of the refuge in accordance to hunt goose and sandhill crane. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. Goose and sandhill crane hunters must lowing conditions: hunt from designated pit blinds. 1. Fish may be taken only with pole and 3. We allow youth hunters, ages 12 to 16, to line or rod and reel. hunt duck in a controlled youth hunt in con- 2. Taking any type of bait from refuge junction with a waterfowl seminar. lands or waters is not permitted. B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt 3. Taking of frogs and turtles is not per- quail and rabbit on designated areas of the mitted. refuge in accordance with State hunting reg- 4. Hand-powered boats are permitted only ulations subject to the following conditions: on Jed Johnson, Rush, Quanah Parker, and 1. We only allow shotguns. French Lakes. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 5. Anglers may use electric trolling motors shot while in the field. on boats 14′ or less in length only on Jed C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Johnson, Rush, Quanah Parker and French white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated Lakes.

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6. Anglers may use motorized boats C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] on Elmer Thomas Lake; however, we D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing in enforce a no-wake rule on the lake. accordance with State regulations, on that portion of the refuge west of U.S. Highway [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 101. FR 6695, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55187, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 61213, Nov. 29, 1995; 60 FR 62046, BASKETT SLOUGH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46398, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 47380, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46920, Sept. 3, 1998; hunting of duck and goose on designated 65 FR 30789, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56407, Sept. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 18, 2000; 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58949, regulations and subject to the following con- Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54445, Sept. 8, 2004; ditions: 70 FR 54188, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33195, June 1. Only hunters 15 years of age and younger 11, 2008; 74 FR 45695, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3988, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56083, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR are allowed to participate in the Youth Wa- 56054, Sept. 11, 2012] terfowl Hunt. Youths must be accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older. § 32.56 Oregon. 2. Blinds, decoys, and other personal property must be removed at the end of each The following refuge units have been day’s hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 3. Vehicles are restricted to designated are listed in alphabetical order with public use roads and designated parking applicable refuge-specific regulations. areas. 4. We prohibit dogs on the refuge, except BANDON MARSH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE for hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunt- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ing activities, and under the immediate con- hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on trol of a licensed hunter (see § 26.21(b) of this that portion of the refuge west of U.S. High- chapter). way 101 and outside the Bandon city limits 7 5. You may possess only approved nontoxic days per week, and hunting of goose, duck, shells for hunting during the early Sep- and coot on the Ni-les’tun Unit of the refuge tember Goose Hunt and the Youth Duck 3 days per week, in accordance with State Hunt. regulations and subject to the following con- 6. Open fires are not allowed. ditions: 7. Waterfowl and goose permit (name only) 1. The established days for waterfowl hunt- hunters must check back to the refuge check ing on the Ni-les’tun Unit will be Wednesday, station prior to leaving the refuge and sub- Saturday, and Sunday. mit a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS 2. Only portable blinds or blinds con- Form 3–2361). structed of on-site dead vegetation or drift- 8. Goose hunters are required to space wood may be used (see § 27.51 of this chapter). themselves no less than 200 yards apart from 3. All blinds, decoys, shotshell hulls, and each other during the early September Goose other personal equipment and refuse must be Hunt. removed from the refuge at the end of each 9. No overnight camping or after-hours day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). parking is allowed on the refuge. 4. Only federally approved nontoxic shot 10. No hunting is allowed from refuge may be used or be in hunters’ possession structures, observation blinds, boardwalks, while hunting on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). or similar structures. 5. Hunters accessing the Ni-les’tun Unit 11. Persons may only use (discharge) fire- via boat must secure or anchor boats and use arms in accordance with refuge regulations established boat launch areas. Hunters may (see § 27.42 of this chapter and refuge-specific park boats within the marsh while they regulations in this part 32). hunt, but boats landing on the bank of the B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Coquille River within the Ni-les’tun Unit C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] will be required to park within a designated D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] location. 6. Access to the refuge will be prohibited BEAR VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE from 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 7. Hunters may use dogs as an aid to re- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] trieving waterfowl during the hunting sea- C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of deer only son; however, dogs must remain under con- is permitted on designated areas of the ref- trol of the handler at all times. Dogs must be uge subject to the following conditions: in a vehicle or on a leash until they are in 1. Hunting opens concurrent with the State the marsh as a part of the hunt. season and closes October 31. 8. Hunters may enter closed areas of the 2. No hunting or public entry of any kind refuge only to retrieve downed birds. is permitted from November 1 to March 31. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved]

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COLD SPRINGS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE DEER FLAT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, and snipe doves, geese, ducks, coots and common snipe on designated areas of the refuge in accord- is permitted on the Snake River sector sub- ance with State regulations subject to the ject to the following conditions: following conditions: 1. Only portable blinds and temporary 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or blinds constructed of natural materials are parking. permitted. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 2. Waterfowl and snipe hunters may pos- shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). sess only approved nontoxic shot while in 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm the field. within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of upland building or Federal facility, such as, but not game is permitted on the Snake River Sector limited to, a structure designed for storage, subject to the following conditions: human occupancy, or shelter for animals. 1. Hunting is not permitted from February 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- 1 through May 31. porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- 2. Pheasant, quail, and partridge hunters ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- may possess only approved nontoxic shot coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this while in the field. chapter) at the end of each day. C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of deer is 5. We allow hunting only on Tuesdays, permitted on designated areas of the refuge Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Thanks- subject to the following condition: Hunting giving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s is permitted only on the Snake River Sector. Day. D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on 6. We reserve parking lot F solely for Me- designated areas of the refuge subject to the morial Marsh Unit waterfowl hunters. following condition: Shoreline fishing is not 7. We require waterfowl hunting parties to permitted on the islands of the Snake River space themselves a minimum of 200 yards Sector from February 1 through May 31. (180 m) apart in the free roam area along the HART MOUNTAIN NATIONAL ANTELOPE REFUGE reservoir shoreline. 8. We allow only nonmotorized boats or A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] boats with electric motors within that por- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting tion of the reservoir open to hunting. of chukar only on the western slopes of Hart 9. On the Memorial Marsh Unit, we allow Mountain and Poker Jim Ridge in accord- hunting only from numbered field blind ance with State regulations. sites, and hunters must park their vehicles C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of only at the numbered post corresponding to deer, antelope, and bighorn sheep on the ref- the numbered field blind site they are using uge in areas designated by permit issued (see § 27.31 of this chapter). Selection of park- from the State in accordance with State reg- ing sites/numbered posts is on a first-come, ulations subject to the following conditions: first-served basis at parking lot F. We pro- 1. We allow ground blinds, but we prohibit hibit free-roam hunting or jump shooting, construction of them earlier than 1 week and you must remain within 100 feet (30 m) prior to the opening day of the legal season of the numbered field blind post unless re- for which you have a valid permit. trieving birds or setting decoys. We allow a 2. You must remove blinds (see § 27.93 of maximum of four persons per blind site. this chapter) within 24 hours of harvesting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting an animal or at the end of the permittee’s of upland game birds on designated areas of legal season. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 3. We limit hunters to one blind each, and tions subject to the following conditions: you must tag blinds with the owner’s name 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A3 apply. and permit number. 2. We allow hunting from 12 p.m. (noon) to 4. We prohibit destruction of natural vege- legal sunset on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Satur- tation (see § 27.51 of this chapter) or below- days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, and ground excavation. Christmas Day. 5. We prohibit hunting within 3 miles (4.8 C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] km) of the refuge headquarters. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the ignated areas of the refuge in accordance refuge only in Rock Creek, Guano Creek, and with State regulations subject to the fol- Warner Pond in accordance with State regu- lowing conditions: lations. 1. Condition A1 applies. JULIA BUTLER HANSEN REFUGE FOR THE 2. In the Cold Springs Reservoir, we allow COLUMBIAN WHITE-TAILED DEER fishing only from March 1 through Sep- tember 30. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 3. We allow use of only nonmotorized boats hunting of goose, duck, coot, and common and boats with electric motors. snipe on the refuge-owned shorelines of

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Crims and Wallace Islands in accordance ing activities, and under the immediate con- with State regulations and subject to the fol- trol of a licensed hunter (see § 26.21(b) of this lowing conditions: chapter). 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] shot for hunting on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We prohibit permanent blinds. You must D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing remove all personal property, including de- along the shoreline of the refuge islands in coys and boats, by 1 hour after legal sunset accordance with State regulations. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 3. We open the refuge for day-use access LOWER KLAMATH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE from 11⁄2 hours before legal sunrise until 11⁄2 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of hours after legal sunset. geese, ducks, coots and common snipe is per- 4. We prohibit dogs on the refuge, except mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- for hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunt- ject to the following conditions: ing activities, and under the immediate con- 1. Only unloaded firearms may be carried trol of a licensed hunter (see § 26.21(b) of this on hunter access routes open to motor vehi- chapter). cles or when taken through posted retrieving B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] zones when traveling to and from the hunt- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing areas. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing 2. Decoys may not be set in retrieving along the shoreline of the Wallace Island zones. Unit in accordance with State regulations. 3. The use of air-thrust and inboard water- thrust boats is not permitted. KLAMATH MARSH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. Waterfowl and snipe hunters may pos- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of sess only approved nontoxic shot while in geese, ducks, coots and common snipe is per- the field. mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of pheas- ject to the following conditions: ant is permitted on designated areas of the 1. The use of air-thrust and inboard water- refuge subject to the following conditions: thrust boats is not permitted. 1. Only unloaded firearms may be taken 2. Waterfowl and snipe hunters may pos- through posted retrieving zones when trav- sess only approved nontoxic shot while in eling to and from hunting areas. the field. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] shot while in the field. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions: MALHEUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. Bank fishing is permitted in the borrow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ditches adjacent to the Silver Lake Highway hunting of dove, goose, duck, merganser, and along the shoreline of Wocus Bay. coot, snipe, and pigeon on designated areas 2. The use of boats is not permitted. of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following conditions: LEWIS AND CLARK NATIONAL WILDLIFE 1. We allow nonmotorized boats or boats REFUGE equipped with only electric motors on the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow North and South Malheur Lake Hunt Units. hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on All boats are prohibited on the Buena Vista the designated areas of the refuge in accord- Hunt Unit. ance with State regulations subject to the 2. We allow only portable and temporary following conditions: hunting blinds. We prohibit permanent 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic structures. shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). 3. You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, 2. We prohibit hunting on all exposed lands materials and all personal property at the on Miller Sands Island and its partially en- end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). closed lagoon, as posted. We prohibit hunting 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic inside the diked portion of Karlson Island, as shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). posted. 5. We may close any refuge access ease- 3. We prohibit permanent blinds. You must ment road, refuge road, or hunting access remove all personal property, including de- point for public safety, or when travel may coys and boats, by 1 hour after legal sunset be detrimental to the area. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 6. The North Malheur Lake Hunt Unit is 4. We open the refuge for hunting access open during all established State of Oregon from 11⁄2 hours before legal sunrise until 11⁄2 migratory bird hunting seasons. hours after legal sunset. 7. The South Malheur Lake and Buena 5. We prohibit dogs on the refuge, except Vista Hunt Units open for migratory bird for hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunt- hunting on the fourth Saturday of October

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and close at the end of the State waterfowl 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or season. parking. 8. The South Malheur Lake Hunt Unit may 2. We prohibit possession of toxic shot for be accessed from the Boat Launch Road, or hunting (see § 32.2(k)). from the North Malheur Lake Hunt Unit, but 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm no earlier than the fourth Saturday of Octo- within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained ber. building or Federal facility, such as, but not B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting limited to, a structure designed for storage, of pheasant, quail, partridge, chukar, and human occupancy, or shelter for animals. rabbit on designated areas of the refuge in 4. We only allow portable blinds and tem- accordance with State regulations and sub- porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- ject to the following conditions: ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)) chapter) at the end of each day. 2. We allow hunting of upland game species 5. We require waterfowl hunting parties to on designated areas of the Blitzen Valley space themselves a minimum of 200 yards east of Highway 205 from the fourth Satur- (180 m) apart. day in October through the end of the State 6. We prohibit the use of boats. pheasant season. 3. We allow hunting of upland game species B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting on the North Malheur Lake Hunt Unit con- of upland game birds on designated areas of current with the State pheasant season. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 4. We allow hunting of all upland game spe- tions subject to the following conditions: cies on designated areas of the refuge west of 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A3 apply. Highway 205 and south of Foster Flat Road, 2. On the opening weekend of the hunting and on designated areas of Krumbo Creek season, we require all hunters to possess and east of the Krumbo Reservoir in accordance carry a special refuge permit (name/address/ with State regulations. phone number). 5. We may close any refuge access ease- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ment road, refuge road, or hunting access D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- point for public safety, or when travel may ignated areas of the refuge in accordance be detrimental to the area. with State regulations subject to the fol- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of lowing conditions: deer and pronghorn on designated areas of 1. Condition A1 applies. the refuge west of Highway 205 and south of 2. We allow fishing from March 1 through Foster Flat Road, and on designated areas of September 30. Krumbo Creek east of the Krumbo Reservoir, in accordance with State regulations. MCNARY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ignated areas of the refuge in accordance hunting of migratory birds on designated with State regulations subject to the fol- areas of the refuge in accordance with State lowing conditions: 1. We prohibit ice fishing on and all public regulations and special conditions listed for access to any ice formations. McNary National Wildlife Refuge in the 2. We allow fishing year-round on Krumbo State of Washington. Reservoir and in the Blitzen River, East B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Canal, and Mud Creek upstream from and in- of upland game birds on designated areas of cluding Bridge Creek. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 3. Fishing is allowed on the north bank of tions and special conditions listed for the Blitzen River from Sodhouse Lane down- McNary National Wildlife Refuge in the stream to the bridge on the Boat Landing State of Washington. Road between August 1 and September 15. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- 4. We prohibit boats on public fishing ing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- areas, except that nonmotorized boats and cordance with State regulations. boats equipped with only electric motors D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- may be used on Krumbo Reservoir. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 5. We may close any refuge access ease- with State regulations and special condi- ment road, refuge road, or fishing access tions listed for McNary National Wildlife point for public safety, or when travel may Refuge in the State of Washington. be detrimental to the area. NESTUCCA BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE MCKAY CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of ducks and coot on refuge lands at hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on Brooten Marsh and the mouth of the Little designated areas of the refuge in accordance Nestucca River 7 days per week in accord- with State regulations subject to the fol- ance with State regulations and subject to lowing conditions: the following conditions:

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1. Only federally approved nontoxic shot of this chapter). Dogs must be in a vehicle or may be used or be in hunters’ possession on a leash until they are in the marsh as a while hunting on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). part of the hunt. 2. Only portable blinds or blinds con- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] structed of on-site dead vegetation or drift- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] wood may be used (see § 27.51 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. All blinds, decoys, shotshell hulls, and other personal equipment and refuse must be UMATILLA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE removed from the refuge at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. Access to the refuge will be prohibited hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on from 1 hour after sunset to 2 hours before designated areas of the refuge in accordance sunrise. with State regulations subject to the fol- 5. Hunters may use dogs as an aid to re- lowing conditions: trieving waterfowl during the hunting sea- 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or son; however, dogs must remain under con- parking. trol of the handler at all times (see § 26.21(b) 2. We prohibit possession of toxic shot for of this chapter). Dogs must be in a vehicle or hunting (see § 32.2(k)). on a leash until they are in the marsh as a 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm part of the hunt. within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained 6. Hunters may enter closed areas of the building or Federal facility, such as, but not refuge only to retrieve downed birds. limited to, a structure designed for storage, B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] human occupancy, or shelter for animals. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] porary blinds constructed of nonliving natural materials. Hunters must remove all de- SHELDON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] chapter) at the end of each day. B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of quail, 5. On the McCormack Unit, we allow hunt- grouse, and partridge is permitted on des- ing subject to the following conditions: ignated areas of the refuge. i. The McCormack Unit is a fee-hunt area C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of deer and only open to hunting on Wednesdays, Satur- antelope is permitted on designated areas of days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, and New the refuge. Year’s Day during State waterfowl seasons. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ii. We require hunters to stop at the check station to obtain a special refuge permit SILETZ BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE (name/address/phone number) that you must A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow possess and carry, to pay a recreation user hunting of goose, duck, and coot on refuge fee, and to obtain a blind assignment before lands west of U.S. Highway 101 7 days per hunting. week and on the Millport Slough South Unit iii. We allow hunting only from assigned of the refuge 3 days per week, in accordance blind sites and require hunters to remain with State regulations and subject to the fol- within 100 feet (30 m) of marked blind sites lowing conditions: unless retrieving birds. 1. The established days for waterfowl hunt- iv. Hunters may only possess up to 25 shot ing on the Millport Slough South Unit will shells per hunt day. be Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. 6. On the Boardman Unit, we require wa- 2. Only federally approved nontoxic shot terfowl hunting parties to space themselves may be used or be in hunters’ possession a minimum of 200 yards (180 m) apart. while hunting on the refuge (see § 32.2(k)). 7. We close all islands within the Columbia 3. Only portable blinds or blinds con- River to all access. structed of on-site dead vegetation or drift- wood may be used (see § 27.51 of this chapter). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 4. All blinds, decoys, shotshell hulls, and of upland game birds on designated areas of other personal equipment and refuse must be the refuge in accordance with State regula- removed from the refuge at the end of each tions subject to the following conditions: day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A7 apply. 5. Access to the refuge will be prohibited 2. We allow hunting of upland game from 12 from 1 hour after sunset to 2 hours before p.m. (noon) to legal sunset of each hunt day. sunrise. 3. On the McCormack Fee Hunt Unit, we 6. The use or possession of alcoholic bev- allow hunting only on Wednesdays, Satur- erages while hunting is prohibited. days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, and New 7. Hunters may use dogs as an aid to re- Year’s Day. trieving waterfowl during the hunting sea- 4. On the McCormack Unit, we require all son; however, dogs must remain under con- hunters to possess and carry a special refuge trol of the handler at all time (see § 26.21(b) permit (name/address/phone number).

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C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 5. We prohibit hunting from any refuge deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- structure, observation blind, or boardwalk. cordance with State regulations subject to 6. All hunters must complete a Big Game the following conditions: Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359), available 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A7 apply. at the self-service hunt kiosks, after each 2. We allow hunting by special permit only hunt day. (issued by the State). 7. Hunters may use portable or climbing D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- deer stands but must remove them from the ignated areas of the refuge in accordance refuge daily (see § 27.93 of this chapter). with State regulations subject to the fol- 8. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- lowing conditions: rying firearms on national wildlife refuges 1. Conditions A1 and A7 apply. must comply with all provisions of State and 2. We allow fishing on refuge impound- local law. Persons may only use (discharge) ments and ponds from February 1 through firearms in accordance with refuge regula- September 30. tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge regulations in part 32). UPPER KLAMATH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of with State regulations subject to the fol- geese, ducks, coots and common snipe is per- lowing conditions: mitted on designated areas of the refuge sub- 1. We allow fishing on Muddy Creek from ject to the following conditions: the beginning of the State trout season in 1. The use of air-thrust and inboard water- April through October 31. thrust boats is not permitted. 2. We prohibit the use of boats. 2. Waterfowl and snipe hunters may possess only approved nontoxic shot while in [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 the field. FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6696, Feb. 11, B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 1994; 59 FR 55187, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62046, C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46398, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR D. Sport Fishing. Fishing is permitted on 47381, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46921, Sept. 3, 1998; designated areas of the refuge subject to the 65 FR 30790, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56407, Sept. following conditions: 18, 2000; 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58949, Sept. 18, 2002; 68 FR 57318, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 1. Fishing is permitted in Pelican Bay, 54362, 54447, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54189, Sept. Recreation Creek, Crystal Creek, Odessa 13, 2005; 70 FR 56377,Sept. 27, 2005; 73 FR 33195, Creek, Pelican Cut and that portion of Upper June 11, 2008; 76 FR 56084, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR Klamath Lake located on the east side of the 56055, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14837, Mar. 17, 2014] refuge. 2. Motorized boats shall not exceed 10 miles § 32.57 Pennsylvania. per hour in any stream, creek or canal and on that portion of Pelican Bay west of a line The following refuge units have been beginning at designated points on the north opened for hunting and/or fishing, and shore of Pelican Bay one-fourth mile east of are listed in alphabetical order with Crystal Creek and extending due south to applicable refuge-specific regulations. the opposite shore of the lake. CHERRY VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE WILLIAM L. FINLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds, including water- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] fowl (i.e., ducks, mergansers, coots, and B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] geese), doves, woodcock, snipe, rails, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- moorhens, and gallinules, on designated ing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- areas of the refuge in accordance with State cordance with State regulations subject to of Pennsylvania regulations and subject to the following conditions: the following conditions: 1. We allow restricted firearms and archery 1. You must submit a Migratory Bird Hunt deer hunting on designated dates from 1⁄2 Application (FWS Form 3–2357) to hunt on hour before legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after the refuge. We require hunters to possess a legal sunset. We post these refuge-specific signed refuge hunt permit (name and address regulations at self-service hunt kiosks. only) at all times while scouting and hunting 2. We allow only shotguns using buckshot on the refuge. We charge a fee for all hunters or slugs and muzzleloaders for the restricted except youth age 16 and younger. firearms deer hunt during the designated 2. We issue one companion permit (no per- dates. sonal information) at no charge to each hun- 3. You may harvest either-sex deer with ter. We allow companions to observe and/or appropriate State-issued tags. call, but not to shoot a firearm or bow. Com- 4. We prohibit overnight camping or after- panion and hunters must set up in the same hours parking on the refuge. location. We provide hunters with hunt maps

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and parking permits (name only), which they D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] must clearly display in their vehicle. Hunt- ers who park on the refuge must park in ERIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE identified hunt parking areas. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 3. We prohibit the use of all-terrain vehi- hunting of mourning dove, rail, common cles (ATVs) on the refuge. snipe, goose, duck, coot, and crow on des- 4. We require hunters to wear (in a con- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance spicuous manner) solid-color, hunter-orange with State regulations subject to the fol- clothing or material, consistent with Penn- lowing conditions: sylvania Game Commission regulations. 1. We allow hunting and scouting activities 5. We prohibit hunters using or erecting on the refuge from September 1 through the permanent or pit blinds. end of February. 6. We require hunters to remove all hunt- 2. We require all hunters to possess and ing blind material, boats, and decoys from carry on their person a signed refuge hunt the refuge at the end of each hunting season permit (signed brochure). (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 7. We allow pre-hunt scouting concurrent 3. We only allow nonmotorized boats for with big game scouting continuing through waterfowl hunting in permitted areas. the end of the migratory bird season; how- 4. We require that hunters remove all ever, we prohibit the use of dogs during boats, blinds, cameras, and decoys from the scouting. refuge within 1 hour after legal sunset (see 8. Dogs may only be used for waterfowl §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). hunting. We limit the number of dogs per 5. We allow dogs for hunting; however, waterfowl hunting party to no more than they must be under the immediate control of two dogs. the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this 9. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 chapter). hours before shooting time (as prescribed by 6. We prohibit field possession of migratory Pennsylvania Game Commission regula- game birds in areas of the refuge closed to tions), and they must leave no later than 2 migratory game bird hunting. hours after the end of shooting time. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of grouse, squirrel, rabbit, woodchuck, of squirrels, grouse, rabbit, pheasant, quail, pheasant, quail, raccoon, fox, coyote, skunk, woodchuck, crow, fox, raccoon, opossum, and opossum on designated areas of the ref- skunk, weasel, coyote, and bobcat on des- uge in accordance with State regulations ignated areas of the refuge in accordance subject to the following conditions: with State of Pennsylvania regulations and 1. We allow hunting on the refuge from subject to the following conditions: September 1 through the end of February. 1. We require hunters to submit a Big/Up- 2. Conditions A1, A2, A4, and A5 apply. land Game Hunt Application/Permit (FWS 3. We allow dogs for hunting; however, Form 3–2356) to hunt on the refuge. We re- they must be under the immediate control of quire hunters to possess a signed refuge hunt the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of this permit (name and address only) at all times chapter). while scouting and hunting on the refuge. We C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of charge a fee for all hunters except youth age deer, bear, and turkey on designated areas of 16 and younger. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 2. Conditions A3, A4, A5, and A9 apply. tions subject to the following conditions: 3. We prohibit scouting. 1. Condition A1 applies. We also allow 4. No dogs allowed. spring turkey hunting in accordance with 5. We prohibit baiting on refuge lands (see State regulations. § 32.2(h)). 2. Conditions A2 through A5 apply. 6. We only allow hunting from 1 half hour 3. We prohibit organized deer drives in before legal sunrise to legal sunset. We pro- hunt area B of the Sugar Lake Division. We hibit night hunting. define a ‘‘drive’’ as three or more persons in- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of volved in the act of chasing, pursuing, dis- white-tailed deer, bear, and wild turkey on turbing, or otherwise directing deer so as to designated areas of the refuge in accordance make the animal more susceptible to har- with State of Pennsylvania regulations and vest. subject to the following conditions: 4. We require any person hunting bear off- 1. Conditions A3, A4, A5, A9, B1, and B5 refuge to obtain a refuge Special Use Permit apply. (FWS Form 3–1383) to track a wounded bear 2. We allow pre-hunt scouting beginning 2 that may have entered the refuge. weeks prior to the bow opener and con- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- tinuing through the end of the deer season. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 3. We require hunters to remove all port- with State regulations subject to the fol- able hunting blind materials from the refuge lowing conditions: at the end of each hunting season (see § 27.93 1. We allow bank fishing only on the Sen- of this chapter). eca Unit of the refuge. We prohibit wading.

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2. We allow fishing from 1⁄2 hour before § 32.58 Puerto Rico. [Reserved] legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. 3. We prohibit the use of watercraft for § 32.59 Rhode Island. fishing, with the exception of Area 5 where we allow nonmotorized watercraft use from The following refuge units have been the second Saturday in June through Sep- opened for hunting and/or fishing and tember 15. They must remain in an area from are listed in alphabetical order with the dike to 3,000 feet (900 m) upstream. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 4. We allow ice fishing in Areas 5 and 7 BLOCK ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE only. 5. We prohibit the taking of minnow, tur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] tle, or frog. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 6. We prohibit the possession of live C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of baitfish on the Seneca Unit. white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 7. We prohibit the taking or possession of refuge in accordance with State regulations shellfish on the refuge. subject to the following conditions: 1. We require hunters to submit a Big/Up- JOHN HEINZ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE AT land Game Hunt Application (FWS Form 3– TINICUM 2356) to be selected to hunt on the refuge. Hunting brochures containing hunting appli- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] cation procedures, seasons, bag limits, meth- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ods of hunting, maps depicting areas open to C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunting, and the terms and conditions under D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on which we issue hunting permits are available the refuge in accordance with State regula- at the refuge administration office and on tions subject to the following conditions: the refuge’s Web site. 1. We allow fishing on all refuge waters, ex- 2. We require hunters to possess a valid cept: State hunting license and all required i. The East side of the Main Impoundment stamps, a valid government-issued photo from the Dike Road south to the Trolley Bed identification, and a valid hunting permit trail; and issued by the refuge at all times while on refuge property. ii. The small pond located on the south 3. We prohibit hunters from taking any side of Bartram Ave at the I–95 South on other wildlife. ramp. 4. We require hunters to notify a refuge 2. We allow fishing on the refuge from legal representative if they need to enter a closed sunrise to legal sunset. area to retrieve game. 3. Anglers may only operate boats, canoes, 5. We allow only shotguns (slugs only), and floats in tidal waters. We prohibit them muzzleloaders, and archery equipment to on the refuge impoundments and ponds. harvest deer. 4. We only allow fishing from the shoreline 6. We prohibit the use of any drug on any in refuge impoundments and ponds. We pro- arrow for bow hunting, including crossbows, hibit wading. on national wildlife refuges (see § 32.2(g)). We 5. We prohibit bowfishing or spearfishing prohibit archers possessing any arrows em- on the refuge. ploying such drugs on any national wildlife 6. We prohibit the take, collection, or cap- refuge. ture of reptile or amphibian on the refuge. 7. We prohibit the distribution of bait and/ or hunting over bait (see § 32.2(h)). OHIO RIVER ISLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE 8. We prohibit the use of nails, wire, REFUGE screws, or bolts to attach a stand to a tree, or hunting from a tree into which a metal Refer to § 32.68 West Virginia for regula- object has been driven to support a hunter tions. (see § 32.2(i)). [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 9. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6698, Feb. 11, holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). 1994; 59 FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62047, 10. We prohibit the use of spotlights, auto- Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 31461, June 20, 1996; 61 FR motive headlights, or other artificial light 46398, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47381, Sept. 9, 1997; for the purpose of spotting, locating, or tak- 63 FR 46921, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30791, May 12, ing any animal. This regulation applies even 2000; 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58949, if no weapons are in the vehicle. Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54448, Sept. 8, 2004; 11. Anytime State hunting regulations specify the requirement that hunters wear 70 FR 54189, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33195, June blaze-orange clothing, hunters must adhere 11, 2008; 76 FR 3989, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56085, to those regulations both in amount of blaze- Sept. 9, 2011; 79 FR 14839, Mar. 17, 2014] orange clothing required and in specified

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seasons. For example, we require both arch- D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may saltwater ery and firearms hunters to wear blaze-or- fish from the refuge shoreline in accordance ange clothing during the firearm seasons in with state regulations. areas open to both types of hunts. 12. We prohibit permanent tree stands. NINIGRET NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Hunters must remove all portable tree A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] stands from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] this chapter). The Service takes no responsi- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of bility for the loss or theft of tree stands left white-tailed deer on designated areas of the in the field. refuge in accordance with State regulations 13. Hunters must mark tree stands with subject to the following conditions: owner information (name, address, and 1. We require hunters to submit a Big/Up- phone number). We allow only portable land Game Hunt Application (FWS Form 3– stands. 2356) to be selected to hunt on the refuge. 14. We will prohibit the use of motorized or Hunting brochures containing hunting appli- nonmotorized vehicles on the refuge unless cation procedures, seasons, bag limits, meth- the refuge manager grants prior approval ods of hunting, maps depicting areas open to (e.g., accessibility for disabled individuals). hunting, and the terms and conditions under This includes, but we do not limit it to, vehi- which we issue hunting permits are available cles, all-terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, motor- at the refuge administration office and on cycles, and bicycles. the refuge’s web site. 15. We prohibit marking (including, but we 2. We require hunters to possess a valid do not limit it to, the use of flagging, bright State hunting license and all required eyes, tacks, and paint), cutting, and/or re- stamps, a valid government-issued photo moval of trees or vegetation (see § 27.51 of identification, and a valid hunting permit this chapter). issued by the refuge at all times while on ref- 16. We prohibit hunting in areas designated uge property. as closed. 3. We prohibit hunters from taking any 17. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 other wildlife. m) of a State, county, city roadway, or ref- 4. We require hunters to notify a refuge uge trail. representative if they need to enter a closed 18. We prohibit hunting with the use of area to retrieve game. firearms within 500 feet (150 m) of an occu- 5. We allow only shotguns (slugs only), pied dwelling. muzzleloaders, and archery equipment to 19. We prohibit archery deer hunting with- harvest deer. in 200 feet (60 m) of an occupied dwelling. 6. We prohibit the use of any drug on any 20. We prohibit the use of buckshot. arrow for bow hunting, including crossbows, 21. We prohibit hunters field dressing deer on national wildlife refuges (see § 32.2(g)). We within 100 feet (30 m) of a road or trail. prohibit archers possessing any arrows em- 22. We prohibit tracking later than 21⁄2 ploying such drugs on any national wildlife hours after legal sunset. Hunters must make refuge. a reasonable effort to retrieve all wounded 7. We prohibit the distribution of bait and/ deer. This may include next-day tracking ex- or hunting over bait (see § 32.2(h)). cept on Federal holidays. 8. We prohibit the use of nails, wire, 23. We prohibit deer drives or anyone tak- screws, or bolts to attach a stand to a tree, ing part in any deer drive. We define a ‘‘deer or hunting from a tree into which a metal drive’’ as an organized or planned effort to object has been driven to support a hunter pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or (see § 32.2(i)). cause deer to move in the direction of any 9. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- person or persons who are part of the orga- holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). nized or planned hunt and known to be wait- 10. We prohibit the use of spotlights, auto- ing for the deer. motive headlights, or other artificial light 24. Refuge hunting information and the for the purposes of spotting, locating, or tak- Rhode Island Hunting and Trapping Abstract ing any animal. This regulation applies even will inform hunters of both State and refuge if no weapons are in the vehicle. regulations. Refuge-specific hunting regula- 11. Anytime State hunting regulations tions, as listed in the ‘‘Block Island National specify the requirement that hunters wear Wildlife Refuge Hunting Regulations’’ hand- blaze-orange clothing, hunters must adhere out, will be in effect. to those regulations both in amount of blaze- D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may surf fish in orange clothing required and in specified the Atlantic Ocean from the refuge shoreline seasons. For example, we require both arch- in accordance with state regulations. ery and firearms hunters to wear blaze-orange clothing during the firearm seasons in JOHN H. CHAFEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE areas open to both types of hunts. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 12. We prohibit permanent tree stands. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Hunters must remove all portable tree C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] stands from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of

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this chapter). The Service takes no responsi- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] bility for the loss or theft of tree stands left D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may surf fish in in the field. the Atlantic Ocean and Sakonnet River from 13. Hunters must mark tree stands with the refuge shoreline in accordance with state owner information (name, address, and regulations. Additionally, anglers may phone number). We allow only portable night-fish after sunset in accordance with stands. state regulations. 14. We will prohibit the use of motorized or nonmotorized vehicles on the refuge unless TRUSTOM POND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the refuge manager grants prior approval A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunters (e.g., accessibility for disabled individuals). may hunt Canada geese and mourning doves This includes, but we do not limit it to, vehi- on designated areas of the refuge subject to cles, all-terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, motor- the following conditions: State permits re- cycles, and bicycles. quired. 15. We prohibit marking (including, but we B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] do not limit it to, the use of flagging, bright C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] eyes, tacks, and paint), cutting, and/or re- D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may surf fish in moval of trees or vegetation (see § 27.51 of the Atlantic Ocean from the refuge shoreline this chapter). from September 16 to March 31 in accordance 16. We prohibit hunting in areas designated with state and refuge regulations. as closed. 17. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 [63 FR 46921, Sept. 3, 1998, as amended at 69 m) of a State, county, city roadway, or ref- FR 54362, Sept. 8, 2004; 77 FR 56055, Sept. 11, uge trail. 2012] 18. We prohibit hunting on the Kettle Pond Unit within 200 feet (60 m) of the visitor cen- § 32.60 South Carolina. ter and parking lots. The following refuge units have been 19. We prohibit hunting with the use of firearms within 500 feet (150 m) of an occu- opened for hunting and/or fishing, and pied dwelling. are listed in alphabetical order with 20. We prohibit archery deer hunting with- applicable refuge-specific regulations. in 200 feet (60 m) of an occupied dwelling. 21. We prohibit the use of buckshot. CAPE ROMAIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 22. We prohibit hunters field dressing deer A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow within 100 feet (30 m) of a road or trail. hunting of marsh hen/rail only on designated 23. We prohibit tracking later than 21⁄2 areas of the refuge in accordance with State hours after legal sunset. Hunters must make regulations subject to the following condi- a reasonable effort to retrieve all wounded tions: deer. This may include next-day tracking ex- 1. We require each hunter to carry at all cept we prohibit tracking on Federal holi- times while hunting a signed, current refuge days. hunt permit and a government-issued picture 24. We prohibit deer drives or anyone tak- ID. The hunt permit is invalid until signed ing part in any deer drive. We define a ‘‘deer by the hunter. drive’’ as an organized or planned effort to 2. We prohibit hunting on Sundays. pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic cause deer to move in the direction of any shot while hunting on the refuge (see person or persons who are part of the orga- §32.2(k)). nized or planned hunt and known to be wait- 4. We prohibit discharge of weapons for any ing for the deer. purpose other than to take or attempt to 25. Refuge hunting information and the take legal game during the established hunt- Rhode Island Hunting and Trapping Abstract ing season. will inform hunters of both State and refuge 5. Each hunter under age 16 must remain regulations. Refuge-specific hunting regula- within sight and normal voice contact of an tions, as listed in the ‘‘Ninigret National adult age 21 or older. Youth hunters must Wildlife Refuge Hunting Regulations’’ hand- have successfully completed a State-ap- out, will be in effect. proved hunter education course. D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may surf fish in 6. We allow use of retrieving dogs only the Atlantic Ocean from the refuge shoreline while hunting in designated hunting areas in accordance with state regulations. An- for marsh hen/rail. Otherwise we prohibit glers may saltwater fish and shellfish in dogs on the refuge. Ninigret Pond from the refuge shoreline only 7. We prohibit taking or attempting to from sunrise to sunset in accordance with take any wildlife from an area unless that state and refuge regulations. area is officially opened for hunting/fishing. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting SACHUEST POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE of raccoon on designated areas of the refuge A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] in accordance with State regulations subject B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] to the following conditions:

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1. Conditions A1, A2, A4, A5, and A7 apply. D. Sport Fishing. We allow the possession, 2. We allow hunting only on days des- taking, and transportation of: fish, crabs, ignated annually by the refuge within the shellfish, shrimp, and other saltwater species State season. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 3. Hunters must enter and exit through the ance with State regulations subject to the designated camping area to access any hunt- following conditions: ing areas on the refuge. 1. Conditions A7 and B10 through B14 4. We prohibit crossbows, muzzleloaders, apply. shotguns, rifles, pistols, and any other fire- 2. We prohibit fishing inside the refuge arms or illegal means designated by the boat basins at Garris Landing and Bulls Is- State to take while-tailed deer during the land. designated refuge archery hunt. 3. We prohibit cast nets on the pier at 5. The refuge designates daily limits for Garris Landing. raccoon. 4. We prohibit fishing, crabbing, shell fish- 6. For all raccoons harvested, hunters must ing, and the taking of other saltwater spe- check-in the raccoon tail at the refuge check cies on Bulls Island ponds and managed wet- station. lands (Jacks Creek, Lower and Upper Sum- 7. We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 merhouse Ponds). m) of the Walking Trail (interpretive foot 5. We close Marsh Island, White Banks, and trail) and Beach Road. Sandy Point to public entry from February 8. Each archery hunter must check-in at 15 through September 15 to protect nesting the camping site on Bulls Island before set- birds. This closed area extends from the low ting up camp or before starting to hunt. We mean water mark to the highest elevation on require each hunter to record his or her these islands. name and address in the available register. 6. We prohibit entering into any area 9. Hunters may camp in the designated ‘‘Closed to Public Entry’’ due to turtle/bird camping areas on Bulls Island during the nesting areas. archery white-tailed deer hunts from 9 a.m. 7. All refuge islands are ‘‘Closed to Public on the day preceding the hunt until 12 p.m. Entry’’ or occupancy from 1 hour after legal (noon) on the day following the hunt. sunset to 1 hour before legal sunrise, except 10. We restrict hunters to the camping area during a scheduled refuge big game hunt. from 7 p.m. until 4:30 a.m. 8. We prohibit anglers or visitors taking, 11. We prohibit camping on the refuge ex- possessing, or transporting more than one 3- cept for designated archery hunters on Bulls quart plastic bag of sea shells per person per Island and individuals obtaining a special day from the refuge. use permit from the refuge manager. 9. We prohibit anglers or visitors taking, 12. We prohibit fires except designated possessing, or transporting any sea shells campfires in designated areas during the containing living organisms from the refuge, archery hunt (see §27.95(a) of this chapter). except those shellfish allowed by the State 13. Except for boat motors being operated according to a recreational or commercial in salt water, we prohibit motorized equip- saltwater fishing license and permit. ment on the refuge islands or in refuge 10. We prohibit the taking of sea shells inholdings. from the refuge for commercial purposes or 14. We prohibit private boats in the refuge monetary gain. boat basins at Garris Landing and Bulls Is- 11. We prohibit the commercial transport land. We clearly mark these areas with of passengers to any refuge island for any Closed Area signs. purpose without a Special Use Permit from 15. We prohibit overnight parking at Garris the refuge manager. Landing except for archery hunters during 12. We prohibit feeding or harassing por- the designated refuge archery white-tailed poises in any manner. deer season and individuals obtaining a spe- 13. We prohibit mooring or anchoring of cial use permit from the refuge manager. boats more than 72 hours within the refuge 16. Hunters must hunt from a tree stand or boundary. the ground. We prohibit stalking, driving, CAROLINA SANDHILLS NATIONAL WILDLIFE corralling, or any other cooperative form of REFUGE hunting. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of white-tailed deer on designated areas of hunting of mourning dove and woodcock on the refuge in accordance with State regula- designated areas of the refuge in accordance tions subject to the following conditions: with State regulations subject to the fol- 1. Conditions A1, A2, A4, A5, A7, B2 through lowing conditions: B4, and B7 through B16 apply. 1. All hunters must possess and carry a 2. The refuge designates daily limits for signed refuge General Hunt Permit and a white-tailed deer. government-issued picture ID. 3. Hunters much check all white-tailed 2. All hunters must complete a Small deer at the refuge check station prior to re- Game Check Sheet attached to the refuge moval from Bulls Island. General Hunt Permit. You must turn each

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check sheet in daily at one of the small game C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of check sheet drop boxes. white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on 3. We prohibit discharge of weapons (see designated areas of the refuge in accordance § 27.42 of this chapter) within, into, or across with State regulations subject to the fol- a ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed Area’’. We lowing conditions: prohibit entering or crossing a ‘‘No Hunting 1. Conditions A1 through A5 and A8 apply Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed Area’’ to access areas open (with the following exception for condition to hunting. We require consent from refuge A4: Each adult may supervise no more than personnel to enter a ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or one youth hunter.). ‘‘Closed Area’’ for the purpose of tracking 2. All deer, feral hog, and turkey taken on and/or retrieving legally taken game ani- the refuge must be checked in on the date of mals. take prior to removing the animal from the 4. Each youth hunter (age 16 or younger) refuge. must remain within sight and normal voice 3. During deer and turkey hunts, we pro- contact and under supervision of an adult hibit hunters from entering the refuge ear- age 21 or older with a valid license and appli- lier than 4 a.m. and staying on the refuge cable permit. Each adult may supervise no later than 2 hours after legal sunset. more than two youth hunters. Each youth 4. All persons participating in refuge fire- hunter must possess and carry evidence of arms deer hunts must wear at least 500 successful completion of a State-approved square inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluo- hunter education course. rescent-orange material above the waist as 5. We prohibit loaded firearms (see § 27.42 of an outer garment that is visible from all this chapter) within 100 feet (30 m) of main- sides while hunting and while en route to tained refuge roads or within 500 feet (150 m) and from hunting areas. of the paved visitor’s drive. We prohibit dis- 5. During the primitive weapons hunt, you charge of any weapon on or across any part may use bow and arrow, muzzleloading shot- of the refuge road system. We define a guns (20 gauge or larger), or muzzleloading ‘‘loaded firearm’’ as a firearm with shells in rifles (.40 caliber or larger). We prohibit re- the magazine or chamber, or, for volving rifles and black-powder handguns. muzzleloaders, a gun with the percussion 6. During modern gun hunts, you may use caps put in place. shotguns, rifles (centerfire and larger than 6. Hunters must possess shotguns with shot .22 caliber), handguns (.357 caliber or larger no larger than No. 5. and barrel length no less than 6 inches [15 7. Legal shooting hours for September dove cm]), or any weapon allowed during the hunts are 12 p.m. (noon) to 6 p.m. primitive weapons hunt. We prohibit mili- 8. We prohibit discharge of weapons for any tary, hard-jacketed bullets, and .22 caliber purpose other than to take or attempt to rimfire rifles during the modern gun hunts. take legal game animals during established 7. We prohibit man driving for deer. We de- hunting seasons. fine a ‘‘man drive’’ as an organized hunting 9. We prohibit the possession or use of technique involving two or more individuals more than 50 shotgun shells. where hunters attempt to drive game ani- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting mals from cover or habitat for the purpose of of quail, rabbit, raccoon, and opossum on shooting or killing the animals or moving designated areas of the refuge in accordance them toward other hunters. with State regulations subject to the fol- 8. We prohibit the use of dogs for any big lowing conditions: game hunting. 1. Conditions A1 through A5 and A8 apply. 9. We prohibit the use of plastic flagging. 2. We require dogs for hunting raccoon and 10. Youth hunts are for hunters under age opossum. All dogs must wear a collar dis- 16. We prohibit adults from possessing or displaying the owner’s name, address, and charging firearms during youth deer or tur- phone number. key hunts. 3. Upland game hunters may possess shot- 11. We prohibit the use of ATVs, except by guns with shot no larger than No. 4 or .22 mobility-impaired hunters with a Special caliber rimfire rifles or primitive muzzle- Use Permit during big game hunts. Mobility- loading rifles of .40 caliber or smaller. We impaired hunters must have a State Disabled prohibit possession of buckshot or slugs. Hunting license, be wheelchair dependent, 4. Upland game hunters using archery need mechanical aids to walk, or have com- equipment must use small game tips on the plete single- or double-leg amputations. arrows. 12. We prohibit turkey hunters from call- 5. All persons participating in refuge fire- ing a turkey for another hunter unless both arms hunts must wear at least 500 square hunters have Refuge Quota Turkey Hunt inches (3,250 cm2) of unbroken, fluorescent- Permits. orange material above the waist as an outer 13. We prohibit turkey hunting in the area garment that is visible from all sides while defined as east of Hwy. 145, south of Rt. 9, hunting and while en route to and from and north of Hwy. 1. hunting areas. This does not apply to rac- 14. We prohibit discharge of weapons (see coon hunters. § 27.42(a) of this chapter) for any purpose

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other than to take or attempt to take legal with State regulations subject to the fol- game animals during established hunting lowing conditions: seasons. 1. We require each hunter to carry at all 15. We prohibit the use of game and trail times while hunting a signed, current refuge cameras. hunting regulations brochure containing a 16. We prohibit placing stands on the ref- refuge hunt permit. The hunt permit is in- uge more than 3 days prior to the opening valid until signed by the hunter. day of each big game hunt period and leaving 2. Each youth hunter (age 15 and under) stands at the end of each hunt period. must remain within sight and normal voice 17. We prohibit the use of a tree stand or contact of an adult age 21 or older. Youth climbing equipment without a safety belt or hunters must have successfully completed a harness. State-approved hunter education course. 18. We prohibit the use of permanent, non- 3. We only allow hunting until 12 p.m. portable tree stands (see § 27.93 of this chap- (noon) each day during the State waterfowl ter). season. 19. We prohibit inserting a nail, screw, 4. We prohibit hunting on Corps of Engi- spike, or other metal object into a tree or neer dredge spoil sites located on refuge hunting from a tree into which the hunter property on Jehossee Island. has inserted a metal object (see § 32.2(i)). 5. We prohibit permanent blinds. You must 20. We prohibit baiting or hunting in the remove portable blinds and decoys (see § 27.93 vicinity of bait (see § 32.2(h)). of this chapter) at the end of each day. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on all 6. We only allow use of retrieving dogs areas of the refuge, except Martins Lake and while hunting. those areas closed for management purposes, 7. We allow scouting all year from legal in accordance with State regulations subject sunrise to legal sunset. to the following conditions: 8. Access to the hunt areas is by boat only. 1. We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal We prohibit boat launching on the refuge. sunrise to 1 hour after legal sunset. 9. We do not require hunter check-in and 2. We allow nonmotorized boats and boats check out. There is no quota on the number with electric motors. We allow boats with of hunters. permanently mounted gas motors as long as B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] you lock the propeller out of the water. You C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of must hand load and unload boats except at white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated designated boat ramps. We prohibit skidding areas of the refuge in accordance with State boats up or down dams or on water control regulations subject to the following condi- structures. We provide boat ramps at Pool D, tions: Pool L, Honkers Lake, and Mays Lake. 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. 3. We allow bank fishing on all designated 2. We only allow hunting on days des- waters. ignated annually by the refuge within the 4. We prohibit bow fishing, fish baskets, State season. We only allow hunting on des- nets, set hooks, trotlines, or snagging de- ignated refuge areas within the Edisto Unit vices. and the Combahee Unit. 5. We prohibit snagging of fish by pulling 3. Except for the special quota permit or jerking any device equipped with one or hunts, we allow only archery or muzzle- more hooks through the water for the pur- loader hunting, and there is no quota on the pose of impaling fish. number of hunters allowed to participate. 6. We prohibit swimming or wading in any During special quota permit hunts, we allow areas of the refuge. use of centerfire rifles or shotguns. 7. At Mays and Honkers Lakes, the creel 4. Access into all refuge hunt areas for limit on largemouth bass is five fish per per- hunting and scouting is by foot or bicycle. son per day. All bass must be a minimum We may open some refuge roads on hunt length of 12 inches (30 cm). days. 8. We designate Oxpen Lake as adult-youth 5. We allow scouting all year from legal fishing only. A youth (under age 16) must be sunrise to legal sunset. actively fishing and accompanied by no more 6. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier than two adults at least age 18. We prohibit than 5 a.m. on hunt days and must leave the adults fishing unless a youth accompanies refuge no later than 1 hour after legal sun- them. The creel limit on channel catfish is set. five fish per person per day. 7. We do not require hunter check-in and 9. We prohibit the use or possession of alco- check out. However, you must check all deer holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). taken during any hunt at the designated refuge check station before removal from the ERNEST F. HOLLINGS ACE BASIN NATIONAL refuge. In addition, you must tag all WILDLIFE REFUGE antlerless deer with an antlerless tag pro- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow vided by the refuge. hunting of duck, goose, and coot on des- 8. The refuge daily bag limit is two ignated areas of the refuge in accordance antlerless deer and one antlered buck that

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must have at least three antler points on one hunters must submit a permit fee in order to side. We define a ‘‘point’’ as an antler projec- receive the hunt permit. You may obtain in- tion of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or more in formation about the quota hunt drawing at length. the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex 9. You may take feral hogs during refuge headquarters. deer hunts. There is no size or bag limit on 2. Hunters must check-in at the designated hogs. We may offer special hog hunts during check station between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. and and after deer season to further control this park in the designated area prior to hunting. invasive species. You must dispatch all feral We require personal identification at check- hogs before removing them from the refuge. in. 10. You must hunt deer and feral hogs from 3. We will allow hunters to operate their an elevated deer stand. We prohibit shooting personal vehicles on the main gravel trail big game from a boat. only. Movement within all other areas of the 11. We prohibit hunting on or within 100 refuge must be by foot or bicycle. We limit feet (30 m) of all routes marked as roads or entry and exit points for authorized motor trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) on the hunt vehicles to designated check stations or brochure map. other specified areas (see § 27.31 of this chap- 12. All permanently fixed ground blinds are ter). We prohibit entry by boat, and we pro- for the mobility-impaired hunt only. hibit hunters to leave by boat to reach other 13. We prohibit crossbows on the archery parts of the island. hunts. We only allow muzzleloading rifles using a single projectile on the muzzleloader 4. We require hunters to wear an outer gar- hunts. We prohibit buckshot. ment that contains a minimum of 500 square 2 14. You may use flagging to mark the site inches (3,250 cm ) of hunter-orange material of hunter entry from roads or trails and above the waistline. again at the stand site. You may use clothes 5. We prohibit the use of organized drives pins with reflective tape between these sites for taking or attempting to take game. to mark the route to the stand. Hunters 6. Each hunter may place one stand on the must label all such markers with their full refuge during the week preceding the hunt. name and remove them (see § 27.93 of this They must remove their stand at the end of chapter) at the end of the hunt. the hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 15. We require hunters to wear an outer 7. We prohibit camping on the refuge. garment visible above the waist that con- 8. We allow only shotguns (20 gauge or tains a minimum of 500 square inches (3,250 larger; slugs only) for hunting. 2 cm ) of solid, florescent-orange material at 9. Hunters must be on their stands from 1⁄2 all times during the muzzleloader and mobil- hour before legal sunrise until 9 a.m. and ity-impaired hunts. from 2 hours before legal sunset until 1⁄2 hour 16. We prohibit the use of organized drives after legal sunset. for taking or attempting to take game. 10. We prohibit hunting closer than 100 D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- yards (90 m) to U.S. Highway 278 or the ignated areas of the refuge in accordance check station area, or closer than 200 yards with State regulations subject to the fol- (180 m) to the residence area. lowing conditions: 11. We prohibit flagging, blazing, or using 1. We allow fishing in impounded waters other trail-marking devices to locate stands contained within dikes and levees in the or for any other purpose. Beaufort County portion of the refuge annu- 12. Refuge personnel must check deer har- ally from April 1 through August 31 during vested during a scheduled hunt before hunt- daylight hours. We close fishing during all ers leave the refuge. remaining times within all refuge-impounded waters. 13. You may take five deer (no more than 2. We prohibit boat use within refuge-im- two antlered). pounded waters. We only allow bank fishing. 14. We close the refuge to the public on 3. We only allow hook and line sport fish- hunt days. ing utilizing rod and reel or pole. 15. Youth hunters age 15 and younger must 4. We only open access into refuge areas to remain within sight and normal voice con- fishing by foot or bicycle. tact of an adult age 21 or older, possessing a license. One adult may supervise no more PINCKNEY ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE than one youth hunter. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 16. We prohibit the use of trail or game B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] cameras. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the ignated areas of the refuge in accordance refuge in accordance with State regulations with State regulations subject to the fol- subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. To participate in the refuge gun hunt, 1. We allow saltwater fishing year-round in hunters must submit the Quota Deer Hunt the estuarine waters adjacent to the refuge. Application (FWS Form 3–2354). If drawn, 2. We prohibit freshwater fishing.

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SANTEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 15. We prohibit man or dog drives, stalk hunting, and/or hunting from artificially A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] pruned trees. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 16. We allow hunting on each refuge unit of raccoon and opossum on designated areas only within specified hunt periods and only of the refuge in accordance with State regu- for raccoon or opossum, and white-tailed lations subject to the following conditions: deer (see paragraph C. Big Game Hunting 1. We allow hunters to use only weapons, below). firearms, and ammunition specifically au- 17. We allow unlimited harvest of feral hog thorized for each hunt. as an incidental take while hunting. 2. All refuge hunters under age 16 must 18. We allow use of dogs only for raccoon show proof of successfully completing a hun- hunting. The dogs must wear a collar dis- ter education/safety course. A properly li- playing the owner’s name, address, and tele- censed adult at least age 21 must directly su- phone number. pervise (within sight and normal voice con- 19. We allow take of raccoon and opossum tact) hunters under age 16. An adult may su- only during night hunting. Special State reg- pervise only one youth. ulations apply for night hunting. 3. We require hunters to possess a refuge 20. We allow take of raccoon and opossum hunt permit (brochure signed by the hunter), with a shotgun using nontoxic shot size no a valid State hunting license, and photo larger than #4 or a .22-caliber rimfire rifle. identification while hunting. We prohibit possession of buckshot or slugs. 4. Hunters must check all animals taken We prohibit the use of all other weapons for on the refuge at the check station prior to hunting. removing the animal from the refuge. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 5. We require hunters to make a reasonable white-tailed deer on designated areas of the effort to retrieve wounded game. Hunters refuge in accordance with State regulations must obtain permission from refuge per- subject to the following conditions: sonnel to enter a ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or 1. Conditions B1 through B17 apply. ‘‘Closed Area’’ for any purpose. 2. We prohibit the use of dogs during deer 6. We allow vehicles only on established hunts. We prohibit night hunting. roads marked open for vehicular traffic. 3. We prohibit the use of nails, screws, or Hunters may travel roads marked ‘‘Closed to bolts to attach a tree stand to a tree or hunt- all vehicles’’ on foot or by bicycle. The speed ing from a tree where a metal object has limit for all roads is 15 mph. We prohibit been driven to support a hunter (see § 32.2(i)). blocking travel through refuge access gates 4. We prohibit destroying or cutting vege- or roads. We prohibit ATVs. tation (see § 27.51 of this chapter). We pro- 7. Hunters must unload and dismantle (or hibit the possession of axes, saws, machetes, case) hunting firearms when transporting or other tools used for cutting vegetation on them in vehicles and boats during refuge the refuge while scouting or hunting. hunts. We define a loaded firearm as having 5. We allow flagging only along the edges ammunition in the chamber or magazine. We of roads and trails and at the tree in which will consider muzzleloaders unloaded if the the hunter places the stand. Hunters may percussion cap is not seated in the chamber. use clothes pins with reflective tape to mark the path to the tree, but they must mark all 8. We prohibit possession of bait, baiting, pins and flagging with the hunter’s full and/or hunting in the vicinity of bait (see name, date, and phone number. Hunters § 32.2(h)). must remove all flagging and pins at the end 9. We prohibit camping, overnight parking, of the hunt; we will consider any flagging or open fires, and littering (see §§ 27.95(a) and pins found after the end of the hunt to be lit- 27.94 of this chapter). tering (see § 27.94 of this chapter), and we will 10. We prohibit game and trail cameras. remove them immediately. 11. We prohibit entry beyond ‘‘Closed 6. We require hunters to wear 500 square Area’’ or ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ signs. We pro- inches (3,250 cm2) of solid fluorescent-orange hibit discharging weapons within, into, or above the waist consisting of a hat and vest across a ‘‘No Hunting Zone’’ or ‘‘Closed or jacket during all refuge big game firearm Area.’’ hunts. 12. We prohibit discharging a firearm from, 7. Deer hunting must occur from elevated on, or across any refuge road, or designated deer stands; we prohibit ground blinds. We refuge foot trail. allow only one stand per hunter, and the 13. We prohibit hunting from within 100 hunters must clearly mark stands with their feet (30 m) of any roadway, whether open or full name, date, and phone number. closed to vehicular traffic, or from or within 8. We allow scouting on both the Pine Is- 300 yards (270 m) of any residence or des- land and Cuddo Units during periods when ignated hunter check station. these units are open to general public access. 14. We prohibit use or possession of alco- We allow vehicles only on roads designated holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). as open for vehicular traffic. All other roads

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and trails are open to walk-in or bicycle traf- 6. We prohibit fishing or boating within 100 fic. We prohibit hunting weapons and dogs feet (30 m) of any nesting bird or bird rook- during scouting activities. eries within refuge boundaries. 9. Hunters may place stands, cloth pins, 7. We prohibit commercial fishing, air- and flagging only on respective hunt areas thrust boats, hovercraft, airboats, and per- on the Friday and Saturday immediately sonal watercraft within the waters of and/or prior to each hunt (from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.) boundary of the refuge. and must remove them by 8:30 p.m. on the 8. We prohibit fishing at night, except by last day of each hunt. We will confiscate any boat in Lake Marion. We prohibit bank fish- stands found within the designated hunt ing and fishing within interior ponds, canals, areas outside of allowed periods. and impoundments at night. 10. We will open access roads, closed to the 9. We prohibit nighttime access to boat general public for driving, only during each launching areas. deer hunt and on the Friday and Saturday prior to each hunt. SAVANNAH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 11. We will open hunting areas from 5 a.m. Refer to § 32.29 Georgia for regulations. until 8:30 p.m. during designated hunt periods. We require all hunters to check out at WACCAMAW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE the hunter check station by 8:30 p.m. 12. We open the Plantation Islands (Cuddo A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Unit) to hunting only from 5 a.m. until 2:30 hunting of duck, goose, coot, woodcock, and p.m. All hunters hunting Plantation Islands snipe on designated areas of the refuge in ac- must indicate on the check-in sheet that cordance with State regulations subject to they are hunting on an island. the following conditions: 13. Shooting hours are from 1⁄2 hour before 1. Hunters must possess and carry at all legal sunrise until 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. times while hunting a signed, current refuge 14. The refuge conducts one lottery draw hunting regulations brochure containing a hunt (using Quota Deer Hunt Application refuge hunt permit. The hunt permit is in- FWS 3–2354) for the Family, Friends, and valid until signed by the hunter. Kids (Family Friendly) hunts conducted on 2. Each youth hunter age 15 and younger the Bluff Unit of the refuge. Contact the ref- must remain within sight, within normal uge office for dates, application information, voice contact, and under the supervision of and more information about this special an adult age 21 or older. We do not require hunt opportunity. youth hunters to have a hunter education D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the card, but they must possess the refuge hunt- refuge in accordance with State regulations ing regulations permit. The supervising subject to the following conditions: adult must comply with all State and Fed- 1. A valid State fishing license and a signed eral hunting license requirements and pos- refuge fishing permit (signed brochure) must sess a signed refuge hunting regulations per- be in each angler’s possession while fishing mit (signed brochure). Each supervising on the refuge. adult may supervise no more than two 2. We allow public fishing on all four refuge youths. units. We open waters of Lake Marion within 3. We allow waterfowl hunting only until 12 refuge boundaries for fishing 24 hours a day, p.m. (noon) each Saturday and Wednesday except in areas posted as ‘‘Closed Areas’’ or during the State waterfowl season. Hunters closed for migratory bird management. We may enter the refuge no earlier than 5 a.m. allow fishing only on the inland ponds and on hunt days and must be off the refuge by canals during times the refuge units are open 2 p.m. for general public access or as posted. 4. We allow scouting Monday through Fri- 3. Cantey Bay (Bluff Unit), Black Bottom day during the waterfowl season. Hunters (Cuddo Unit), and Savannah Branch (Pine Is- must be off the refuge by 2 p.m. land Unit) are only open to public access, in- 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic cluding boating and fishing, from March 1 shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting all species through October 31. of migratory birds on the refuge. 4. We limit access to the interior fresh- 6. We prohibit permanent blinds (see §27.93 water canals and ponds to canoes or kayaks, of this chapter). Hunters must remove port- or by foot or bicycle travel only. We prohibit able blinds and decoys at the end of each use of internal combustion engines on inte- day’s hunt. rior ponds and canals. 7. We allow use of retrieving dogs only 5. We prohibit littering, camping and/or while hunting. We require dogs to wear a col- overnight parking, open fires, swimming or lar displaying the owner’s name, address, wading, collecting or searching for or taking and phone number. of any items of antiquity, and overnight 8. We do not require hunter check-in and mooring of boats (see §§ 27.62, 27.94, 27.95(a) of check out. There is no quota on the number this chapter). We allow pets only in des- of hunters. ignated areas, and they must remain on a 9. We prohibit discharge of weapons (see leash or within vehicles/vessels. § 27.42(a) of this chapter) for any purpose

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other than to take or attempt to take legal three antlerless deer per year during coin- game animals during established hunting ciding State doe days or by using personal seasons. doe tags. 10. We prohibit hunting on any unit for 11. You may take feral hogs during refuge wildlife species not officially opened to hunt- deer hunts. There is no size or bag limit on ing or entering any areas posted as ‘‘Closed’’ hog. We may offer special hog hunts during or ‘‘No Hunting Zones.’’ and after deer season to further control this B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting invasive species. You must dispatch all feral of gray squirrel, raccoon, and opossum on hogs before removing them from the refuge. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 12. We prohibit hunting on or within 100 with State regulations subject to the fol- feet (30 m) of all routes marked as roads or lowing conditions: trails (see § 27.31 of this chapter) on the hunt 1. Conditions A1, A2, A9, and A10 apply. brochure map. 2. We allow hunting only in designated 13. You must hunt deer and feral hog from areas and only on days designated annually an elevated hunting stand. by the refuge within the State season. 14. We allow only one portable tree stand 3. We require nontoxic shot no larger than per hunter, and the hunter must clearly #2 in shotguns when hunting. We allow .22- mark it with their full name and phone num- caliber rimfire rifles. ber. We prohibit placing deer stands on the 4. We prohibit shooting any game from a refuge more than 3 days prior to the opening boat except waterfowl. day of a hunting session. Hunters must re- 5. We require the use of dogs for hunting move stands from the refuge no later than 3 raccoon and opossum. days after each refuge big game hunt (see C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of § 27.93 of this chapter). white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey on 15. We allow hunters to use flagging to designated areas of the refuge. The State of mark the site of hunter entry from roads or South Carolina does not classify feral hog as trails and again at the stand site. We allow big game; however, for the purpose of hunt- hunters to use clothes pins with reflective ing regulations, we put feral hog in the big tape between entry and stand sites to mark game category. We allow big game hunting the route to the stand. Hunters must label on the refuge in accordance with State regu- all such markers with their full name and re- lations subject to the following conditions: move them at the end of the hunt. 1. Conditions A1, A9, A10, B2, and B4 apply. 16. We require hunters to wear an outer 2. We allow hunting for designated species garment visible above the waist that con- only on days designated annually by the ref- tains a minimum of 500 square inches (3,250 uge, within the State season, and according cm2) of solid, fluorescent-orange material at to refuge unit-specific regulations. all times during big game hunts except for 3. We close refuge hunting areas to the wild turkey. general public during big game hunts. 17. We prohibit the use of organized drives, 4. We allow archery, muzzleloading (black including the use of boats, as an aid in the powder) and centerfire rifles, and shotguns. taking or attempting to take big game spe- 5. We prohibit blow guns and drugged ar- cies. rows (see § 32.2(g)). We allow muzzleloading 18. We prohibit possession of bait, distribu- rifles that use only a single projectile on the tion of bait, or hunting over a baited area muzzleloader hunts. We prohibit buckshot, (see § 32.2(h)). rimfire ammunition, and full-metal-jacketed 19. We allow crossbows only during the big military ammunition. game hunting sessions where we allow 6. Access into all refuge hunt areas for muzzleloaders and modern weapons. We may hunting and scouting is by foot or boat. We also allow them during special hunts if we may open some refuge roads on hunt days. determine they are appropriate. We prohibit ATVs (see § 27.31(f) of this chap- 20. Each youth hunter age 15 and younger ter) and air boats on the refuge. must remain within sight, within normal 7. We allow scouting all year during day- voice contact, and under supervision of an light hours except during the State water- adult age 21 or older, and must possess the fowl season. During the waterfowl season, refuge hunting regulations permit (signed the same regulations that apply to scouting brochure). We do not require youth hunters for waterfowl (A4) apply to scouting for big who are sitting in the same hunting stand as game species. We prohibit the use of trail the supervising adult to possess a hunter cameras and other scouting devices. education card. We require youth hunters 8. Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier who are sitting in a hunting stand by them- than 5 a.m. on hunt days and must leave the selves to possess a valid hunter education refuge no later than 1 hour after legal sun- card. The supervising adult must comply set. with all State and Federal hunting license 9. We do not require hunter check-in and requirements and possess a signed refuge check out. hunting regulations permit. Each super- 10. The refuge limit on deer is two antlered vising adult may supervise a maximum of bucks per year. Hunters can harvest up to one youth.

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D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- equipment, and other personal property (ex- cordance with State regulations. cluding ice houses) by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29085, May 18, LACREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1993; 59 FR 6698, Feb. 11, 1994; 59 FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62047, Dec. 4, 1995; 63 FR A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 46921, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30791, May 12, 2000; the hunting of goose, duck, coot, common 65 FR 56408, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46361, Sept. snipe, sandhill crane, American crow, and 4, 2001; 67 FR 58949, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, mourning dove only within the Little White 54449, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54190, Sept. 13, 2005; River Recreation Area in accordance with 73 FR 33196, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45696, Sept. State regulations. 3, 2009; 75 FR 18426, Apr. 12, 2010; 76 FR 3989, B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow the Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56085, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR hunting of ring-necked pheasant and sharp- 56057, Sept. 11, 2012] tailed grouse on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations § 32.61 South Dakota. subject to the following conditions: 1. Hunters may remain on the refuge no The following refuge units have been longer than 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and 2. You must park vehicles in a designated are listed in alphabetical order with hunter parking area. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 3. Hunters must access and exit the hunting area only from a designated hunter park- HURON WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ing area. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. We prohibit hunting with the aid of a migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl motor vehicle. Production Areas throughout the District in C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of accordance with State regulations subject to white-tailed and mule deer on designated the following condition: You must remove areas of the refuge in accordance with State boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal regulations subject to the following condi- property, and any materials brought onto tions: the area for blind construction by the end of 1. We require a State permit for muzzle- each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- loader deer hunting. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or 2. All archery deer hunters must possess dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- and carry a refuge permit (signature re- pose at any time. quired). B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland 3. Deer hunters may enter the refuge 11⁄2 game hunting on Waterfowl Production hours before legal sunrise and remain no Areas throughout the District in accordance longer than 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. Hunters may leave portable tree stands lowing condition: We prohibit the use of and free-standing elevated platforms on the horses for any purpose. refuge from the first Saturday after August C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 25 through February 15. Hunters must re- hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas move all other personal property by the end throughout the District in accordance with of the day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). State regulations subject to the following 5. Portable tree stands and free-standing conditions: elevated platforms must bear the name and 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree address of the owner or user, or that person’s stands and free-standing elevated platforms current hunting license number. The label- on Waterfowl Production Areas from the ing must be legible from the ground. first Saturday after August 25 through Feb- 6. We close the refuge to archery hunting ruary 15. during refuge firearm seasons. 2. You must label portable tree stands and 7. Conditions B2 through B4 apply. free-standing elevated platforms with your D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on name and address or current hunting license designated areas of the refuge in accordance number so it is legible from the ground. with State regulations subject to the fol- 3. We prohibit the use of horses for any lowing conditions: purpose. 1. Areas open for fishing include: Pools 3, 4, 4. You must remove portable ground blinds 7, and 10, the Little White River Recreation and other personal property by the end of Area, and the Cedar Creek Trout Ponds. We each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- prohibit fishing in all other areas of the ref- ter). uge. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 2. We allow boat use only on Pools 3, 4, 7, Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the and 10, and the Little White River Recre- District in accordance with State regula- ation Area. tions subject to the following condition: You 3. We prohibit the use of internal combus- must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing tion motors in Pools 3, 4, 7, and 10.

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4. We prohibit the use or possession of live must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing minnows or bait fish in Pools 3, 4, 7, and 10 equipment, and other personal property (ex- and the Cedar Creek Trout Ponds. cluding ice houses) by the end of each day 5. We will open designated fishing areas (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset, except the Little White MADISON WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT River Recreation Area. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl LAKE ANDES NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Production Areas throughout the District in A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow accordance with State regulations subject to migratory game bird hunting on designated the following condition: You must remove areas of the refuge in accordance with State boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal regulations. property, and any materials brought onto B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland the area for blind construction by the end of game hunting on designated areas of the ref- each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- uge in accordance with State regulations. ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- hunting on designated areas of the refuge in pose at any time. accordance with State regulations. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland game hunting on Waterfowl Production D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] Areas throughout the District in accordance LAKE ANDES WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT with State regulations subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow horses for any purpose. migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game Production Areas throughout the District in hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas accordance with State regulations subject to throughout the District in accordance with the following condition: You must remove State regulations subject to the following boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal conditions: property, and any materials brought onto 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree the area for blind construction by the end of stands and free-standing elevated platforms each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- on Waterfowl Production Areas from the ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or first Saturday after August 25 through Feb- dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- ruary 15. pose at any time. 2. You must label portable tree stands and We allow upland B. Upland Game Hunting. free-standing elevated platforms with your game hunting on Waterfowl Production name and address or current hunting license Areas throughout the District in accordance number so it is legible from the ground. with State regulations subject to the fol- 3. We prohibit the use of horses for any lowing condition: We prohibit the use of purpose. horses for any purpose. 4. You must remove portable ground blinds C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game and other personal property by the end of hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- throughout the District in accordance with ter). State regulations subject to the following D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on conditions: 1. We allow the use of archery equipment Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the only for big game hunting on Atkins Water- District in accordance with State regula- fowl Production Area in Lincoln County. tions subject to the following condition: You 2. We allow portable tree stands and free- must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing standing elevated platforms to be left on Wa- equipment, and other personal property (ex- terfowl Production Areas from the first Sat- cluding ice houses) by the end of each day urday after August 25 through February 15. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 3. You must label portable tree stands and SAND LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE freestanding elevated platforms with your name and address or current hunting license A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow number so it is legible from the ground. hunting of waterfowl on designated portions 4. You must remove portable ground blinds of the refuge in accordance with State regu- and other personal property at the end of lations subject to the following conditions: each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 1. We restrict vehicle parking to des- ter). ignated parking lots in the vicinity of the 5. We prohibit the use of horses for any waterfowl blind areas (see § 27.31 of this chap- purpose. ter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 2. Unarmed waterfowl hunters on the pe- Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the rimeter of the refuge may retrieve downed District in accordance with State regula- waterfowl up to 100 yards (90 m) inside the tions subject to the following condition: You refuge boundary.

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B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting with State regulations subject to the fol- of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, and par- lowing conditions: tridge on designated portions of the refuge in 1. Fishing hours are 1⁄2 hour before legal accordance with State regulations subject to sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. the following conditions: 2. We prohibit motorized vehicles on the 1. The game bird season begins the Monday ice during winter (see § 27.31 of this chapter). following closure of the refuge firearms deer 3. We allow ice fishing shanties, but an- season and continues through the first Sun- glers must remove them (see § 27.93 of this day in January. chapter) daily. 2. Refuge access is ‘‘walk-in’’ only. We pro- 4. We prohibit open fires (see § 27.95 of this hibit motor vehicles, bicycles, snowmobiles, chapter). and all-terrain vehicles (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). SAND LAKE WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 3. Hunters are not allowed to enter the ref- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow uge each day until 10:00 a.m. migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of Production Areas throughout the District in deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- accordance with State regulations and sub- cordance with State regulations subject to ject to the following conditions: the following conditions: 1. You must remove boats, decoys, portable 1. Only firearms deer hunters with a Sand blinds, other personal property, and any ma- Lake refuge permit (you must possess and terials brought onto the area for blind con- carry) may hunt deer on the refuge. struction by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 2. Hunters with a valid State archery li- and 27.94 of this chapter). cense may hunt on the refuge during the es- 2. We prohibit bringing any type of live or tablished refuge archery deer season. Consult dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- the refuge manager for current season dates. pose at any time. 3. All individuals afield during the refuge 3. We allow the use of motorized boats. firearms deer season must wear a minimum B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of solid fluo- game hunting on Waterfowl Production rescent orange material on the head, chest, Areas throughout the District in accordance and back that must be visible at all times. with State regulations subject to the fol- 4. We allow portable, elevated hunting lowing condition: We prohibit the use of platforms not attached to trees and portable horses for any purpose. ground blinds, but they must bear the name C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game and address of the owner or user or the year hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and big game tag number of the owner or throughout the District in accordance with user. The labeling must be readily visible State regulations subject to the following and legible. conditions: 5. Hunters may place their tree stands, ele- 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree vated platforms, and portable ground blinds stands and free-standing elevated platforms on the refuge only during their designated lion Waterfowl Production Areas from the censed season. These stands must be re- first Saturday after August 25 through Feb- moved by the end of their designated li- ruary 15. censed season (see § 27.93 of this chapter). 2. You must label portable tree stands and 6. Deer hunters may enter the refuge 1 free-standing elevated platforms with your hour before legal shooting time and remain name and address or current hunting license no longer than 1 hour after shooting time number so it is legible from the ground. ends. 3. We prohibit the use of horses for any 7. Refuge access is ‘‘walk-in’’ only. We purpose. allow vehicles on designated refuge roads 4. You must remove portable ground ONLY for retrieving harvested deer and blinds, trail cameras, and other personal ONLY during the following times: 9:30–10 property by the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 a.m., 1:30–2 p.m., and from the end of legal and 27.94 of this chapter). shooting time to 1 hour after the end of D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on shooting time (see § 27.31 of this chapter). Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the 8. We restrict vehicle parking to des- District in accordance with State regula- ignated parking lots in the vicinity of the tions and subject to the following conditions: waterfowl blind areas (see § 27.31 of this chap- 1. You must remove boats, motor vehicles, ter). fishing equipment, and other personal prop- 9. We prohibit bicycles, snowmobiles, and erty (excluding ice houses) by the end of all-terrain vehicles at all times (see § 27.31(f) each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- of this chapter). ter). 10. Trail monitor cameras are not allowed 2. We allow the use of motorized boats. on the refuge. WAUBAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge in accordance A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved]

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B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] State regulations subject to the following C. Big Game Hunting. We allow deer hunt- conditions: ing on designated areas in accordance with 1. We allow hunters to leave portable tree State regulations subject to the following stands and free-standing elevated platforms conditions: on Waterfowl Production Areas from the 1. We prohibit deer hunting on Head- first Saturday after August 25 through Feb- quarters Island. ruary 15. 2. We prohibit erecting tree stands prior to 2. You must label portable tree stands and hunt start dates. Hunters must remove them free-standing elevated platforms with your (see § 27.93 of this chapter) by the end of the name and address or current hunting license hunt. number so it is legible from the ground. 3. Hunters may launch nonmotorized 3. We prohibit the use of horses for any watercraft from designated access points to purpose. travel to islands. 4. You must remove portable ground blinds 4. We close archery seasons during refuge and other personal property by the end of firearm seasons. each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 5. We prohibit deer drives during archery ter). seasons. We define a drive as the act of chas- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on ing, pursuing, disturbing, or otherwise di- Waterfowl Production Areas throughout the recting deer so as make the animals more District in accordance with State regula- susceptible to harvest by another hunter. tions subject to the following condition: You 6. Refuge firearm hunters must wear a must remove boats, motor vehicles, fishing minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of equipment, and other personal property (ex- solid flourescent-orange material visible on cluding ice houses) by the end of each day the head, chest, and back. (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). 7. You must label portable tree stands and freestanding elevated platforms with your [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 60 name and address or current hunting license FR 62047, Dec. 4, 1995; 62 FR 47381, Sept. 9, number so it is legible from the ground. 1997; 65 FR 30791, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56408, D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 69 FR ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 54362, 54452, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR 55995, Sept. with State regulations subject to the fol- 17, 2004; 70 FR 54190, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR lowing conditions: 33197, June 11, 2008; 75 FR 18426, Apr. 12, 2010; 1. We allow ice fishing after refuge firearm 77 FR 56059, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14840, Mar. deer seasons close. We prohibit open water 17, 2014] fishing at any time. 2. Anglers must not be on the ice until 1 § 32.62 Tennessee. hour prior to legal sunrise and must be off The following refuge units have been the ice by 1 hour after legal sunset. 3. Anglers must remove ice shacks (see opened for hunting and/or fishing, and § 27.93 of this chapter) daily prior to closed are listed in alphabetical order with fishing hours. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 4. We restrict angler foot travel to posted access points, public roads, and lake ice. CHICKASAW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow WAUBAY WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT hunting of duck, goose, coot, merganser, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe on des- migratory game bird hunting on Waterfowl ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Production Areas throughout the District in with State regulations subject to the fol- accordance with State regulations subject to lowing conditions: the following condition: You must remove 1. The refuge is a day-use area only. We boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal close the refuge from legal sunset to legal property, and any materials brought onto sunrise, with the exception of legal hunting/ the area for blind construction by the end of fishing activities. each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 2. We prohibit the use of all motorized off- ter). We prohibit bringing any type of live or road vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs) on the ref- dead vegetation onto the refuge for any pur- uge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). pose at any time. 3. We seasonally close the refuge sanctuary B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow upland area to the public from November 15 through game hunting on Waterfowl Production March 15. Areas throughout the District in accordance 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- with State regulations subject to the fol- uge permit (signed refuge brochure) and lowing condition: We prohibit the use of comply with all permit provisions and other horses for any purpose. applicable State and Federal law. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow big game 5. We allow hunting for duck, goose, coot, hunting on Waterfowl Production Areas and merganser from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- throughout the District in accordance with rise to 12 p.m. (noon) CST. We allow hunters

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to access the refuge no more than 2 hours be- regulations subject to the following condi- fore legal sunrise. tions: 6. Mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe sea- 1. Conditions A1 through A4, A8, A10 sons close during all firearms, youth, and through A12, B6, and B7 apply. muzzleloader deer seasons. 2. You may only participate in the refuge 7. You may use only portable blinds, and quota hunts with a special quota permit you must remove all boats, blinds, and de- issued through random drawing. Information coys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- for permit applications is available at the uge by 1 p.m. CST daily. refuge headquarters. 8. Each youth hunter age 15 and younger 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic must remain within sight and normal voice shot while hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)). contact and under supervision of an adult 4. Hunters may possess lead-rifled slugs age 21 or older, who possesses a license. One while deer hunting on the refuge (see adult hunter may supervise no more than § 32.2(k)). two youth hunters. 5. We allow the use of only portable blinds 9. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot while hunting with a shotgun (see and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- § 32.2(k)). move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- 10. We prohibit cutting of holes, lanes, or sonal equipment (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this other manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cut- chapter) from the refuge at the end of each ting bushes and trees, mowing, herbicide use, day’s hunt. and other actions) or hunting from manipu- 6. All youth hunters age 15 and younger lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). must remain within sight and normal voice 11. We prohibit use or possession of alco- contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- holic beverages while hunting on refuge sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- lands (see § 32.2(j)). vise only one youth hunter. 12. We prohibit hunting over or the place- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the designated areas of the refuge in accordance direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- with State regulations subject to the fol- iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- lowing conditions: der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract 1. Conditions A1 through A3 apply. game. 2. We allow fishing only with pole and line B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting or rod and reel. of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, and opos- 3. We prohibit possession of unauthorized sum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- fishing gear, including trotlines, limblines, cordance with State regulations subject to juglines, yo-yos, nets, spears, and snag the following conditions: hooks, while fishing on the refuge. 1. Conditions A1 through A4 and A8 4. We allow the use of bow and arrow or a through A12 apply. gig to take nongame fish on refuge waters. 2. We allow hunters to access the refuge no 5. We prohibit taking frog or turtle on the more than 2 hours before legal sunrise and refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). no more than 2 hours after legal sunset with 6. We prohibit use or possession of alco- the exception of raccoon and opossum hunt- holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands ers who may access the refuge from legal and waters (see § 32.2(j)). sunset to legal sunrise. 3. We do not open for spring squirrel season CROSS CREEKS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE on the refuge. 4. Squirrel, rabbit, and quail seasons close A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow during all firearms, youth, and muzzleloader hunting of Canada geese (September season deer seasons. only) on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 5. Raccoon and opossum seasons close Fri- cordance with State regulations subject to day and Saturday nights during all firearms, the following conditions: youth, and muzzleloader deer hunts and sea- 1. The refuge is open daily from 1⁄2 hour be- sons, including the Friday night prior to any fore legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sun- hunt or season that opens on a Saturday set, with the exception of legal hunting and/ morning. or fishing activities. 6. We allow horses only on roads open to 2. We require a refuge hunt permit for all motorized traffic. We prohibit the use of hunters age 16 and older. We charge a fee for horses and other animal conveyances from all hunt permits. You must possess and carry all other areas including fields, woods, and a valid refuge permit while hunting on the foot trails. refuge. 7. You may take coyote and beaver inci- 3. We set and publish season dates and bag dental to legal hunting activities. limits annually in the refuge hunting regula- 8. We prohibit trapping. tions available at the refuge office. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 4. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 white-tailed deer and turkey on designated m) of any building, public use road, or boat areas of the refuge in accordance with State launching ramp.

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5. We allow access for goose hunting on the 4. Each youth hunter younger than age 16 refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2 must remain within sight and normal voice hours after legal sunset. contact of an adult age 21 or older. One adult 6. We prohibit the use of unlicensed motor- hunter may supervise no more than one ized vehicles (e.g., ATVs, golf carts, etc.) on youth hunter. the refuge. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 7. We prohibit the use of horses or other ignated areas of the refuge in accordance animal conveyances on refuge hunts. with State regulations subject to the fol- 8. Youth hunters under age 16 must remain lowing conditions: in sight and normal voice contact with an 1. We allow fishing on the refuge pools and adult hunter age 21 or older. One adult hun- reservoirs from March 16 through November ter may supervise no more than two youth 14 from legal sunrise to legal sunset. hunters. 2. We prohibit trotlines, limblines, jugs, 9. We allow the use of dogs to retrieve and slat baskets in refuge pools and im- geese. poundments and on Elk Reservoir and South 10. You may use only portable blinds, and Cross Creeks Reservoir. you must remove all boats, blinds, and de- 3. We prohibit taking frog, turtle, and coys from the refuge at the end of each day. crawfish on the refuge (see § 27.21 of this B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting chapter). 4. We prohibit leaving boats unattended on of squirrel on designated areas of the refuge the refuge after daylight use hours. in accordance with State regulations subject 5. We prohibit swimming in refuge im- to the following conditions: poundments and from boat ramps and boat 1. The refuge is a day-use area only, with docks. the exception of legal hunting/fishing activi- 6. We allow bow fishing in refuge impound- ties. ments and on Barkley Lake. 2. You must possess and carry a valid refuge permit (name and address only) while HATCHIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting on the refuge. 3. We set and publish season dates and bag A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, merganser, limits annually in the refuge Public Use Reg- mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe on des- ulations available at the refuge office. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 4. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 with State regulations subject to the fol- m) of any building, public use road, or boat lowing conditions: launching ramp. 1. The refuge is a day-use area only. We 5. We allow hunters to access the refuge close the refuge from legal sunset to legal from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2 hours sunrise, with the exception of legal hunting/ after legal sunset. fishing activities. 6. We prohibit the use of unlicensed motor- 2. We prohibit use of all motorized off-road ized vehicles (e.g., ATVs & golf carts, etc.) on vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs) on the refuge the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). 7. We prohibit the use of horses or other 3. We seasonally close the sanctuary areas animal conveyances on the refuge hunts. of the refuge to the public from November 15 8. Each youth hunter under age 16 must re- through March 15. main within sight and normal voice contact 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- of an adult age 21 or older. One adult hunter uge permit (signed refuge brochure) and may supervise no more than two youth hunt- comply with all permit provisions and other ers. applicable State and Federal laws. 9. We do not open for spring squirrel hunt- 5. We allow waterfowl hunting only on ing. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. We C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting allow hunting for duck, goose, coot, and mer- of white-tailed deer and turkey on des- ganser from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 12 p.m. (noon) CST. We allow hunters to ac- with State regulations subject to the fol- cess the refuge no earlier than 2 hours before lowing conditions: legal sunrise. 1. Conditions B1 through B7 apply. 6. Mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe sea- 2. We only allow the use of portable blinds sons close during all deer archery and quota and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- gun hunts. move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- 7. You may use only portable blinds, and sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) you must remove all boats, blinds, and de- from the refuge at the end of each day. coys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- 3. You may only participate in the refuge uge by 1 p.m. CST daily. quota deer hunts with a special quota permit 8. We prohibit use or possession of alco- (name and address only) issued through ran- holic beverages while hunting on refuge dom drawing. Information for permit appli- lands (see § 32.2(j)). cations is available at the refuge head- 9. Each youth hunter age 15 and younger quarters. must remain within sight and normal voice

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contact and under supervision of an adult from the refuge at the end of each day’s age 21 or older, who possesses a license. One hunt. adult hunter may supervise no more than 6. We allow archery deer and turkey hunt- two youth hunters. ing on designated areas of the refuge as de- 10. You may possess only approved fined annually in the refuge Public Use Reg- nontoxic shot while hunting with a shotgun ulations available at the refuge office and in (see § 32.2(k)). accordance with State regulations. 11. We prohibit cutting of holes, lanes, or 7. All youth hunters age 15 and younger other manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cut- must remain within sight and normal voice ting bushes and trees, mowing, herbicide use, contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- and other actions) or hunting from manipu- sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). vise only one youth hunter. 12. We prohibit hunting over or the place- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the designated areas of the refuge in accordance direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- with State regulations subject to the fol- iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- lowing conditions: der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract 1. Conditions A1 through A3 apply. game. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 2. We allow fishing only with pole and line of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, and opos- or rod and reel. sum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 3. We prohibit possession of unauthorized cordance with State regulations subject to fishing gear, including trotlines, limblines, the following conditions: juglines, yo-yos, nets, spears, and snag hooks 1. Conditions A1 through A4 and A8 while fishing on the refuge. through A12 apply. 4. We allow use of a bow and arrow or gig 2. We allow hunters to access the refuge no to take nongame fish on refuge waters. earlier than 2 hours before legal sunrise to 5. We prohibit taking frog or turtle on the no later than 2 hours after legal sunset, with refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). the exception of raccoon and opossum hunt- 6. We open Oneal Lake for fishing during a ers. We will allow access to those hunters restricted season and for authorized special from legal sunset to legal sunrise. events. Information on events and season 3. We do not open to spring squirrel season dates is available at the refuge headquarters. on the refuge. 7. We only allow aluminum fishing boats 4. We close all small game hunts during the and fiberglass boats of 16 feet (4.8 m) or less refuge deer archery and quota gun hunts. in length on refuge lakes. 5. We allow horses only on roads open to 8. We allow the use of nonmotorized boats motorized traffic. We prohibit the use of and boats with electric motors only; we pro- horses and other animal conveyances from hibit the use of gas and diesel motors on ref- all other areas including fields, woods, and uge lakes. foot trails. 9. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 6. You may take coyote and beaver inci- holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands dental to legal hunting activities. and waters (see § 32.2(j)). 7. We prohibit camping and fires on the refuge. LAKE ISOM NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 8. We prohibit trapping. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] white-tailed deer and turkey on designated B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting areas of the refuge in accordance with State of squirrel and raccoon on designated areas regulations subject to the following condi- of the refuge in accordance with State regu- tions: lations subject to the following conditions: 1. Conditions A1 through A4, A8, A10 1. The refuge is a day-use area only. We through A12, and B5 through B7 apply. close the refuge from legal sunset to legal 2. You may only participate in the refuge sunrise, with the exception of legal hunting deer quota hunts with a special quota permit activities. (name and address only) issued through ran- 2. We prohibit the use of all motorized off- dom drawing. Information for permit appli- road vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs) on the ref- cations is available at the refuge head- uge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). quarters. 3. We set season dates and bag limits annu- 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic ally and publish them in the refuge brochure shot while hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)). available at the refuge office. 4. Hunters may possess lead-rifled slugs 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- while deer hunting on the refuge (see uge permit (signed refuge brochure) and § 32.2(k)). comply with all permit provisions and other 5. We allow the use of only portable blinds applicable State and Federal laws. and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- 5. We allow hunters to access the refuge no move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- earlier than 2 hours before legal sunrise to sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) no later than 2 hours after legal sunset, with

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the exception of raccoon and opossum hunt- 3. We prohibit taking frog or turtle from ers. We will allow access to those hunters refuge waters (see § 27.21 of this chapter). from legal sunset to legal sunrise. 4. We allow fishing only with pole and line 6. We seasonally close the refuge sanctuary or rod and reel. area to the public from November 15 through 5. We prohibit possession of unauthorized March 15. fishing gear, including trotlines, limblines, 7. All youth hunters age 15 and younger juglines, yo-yos, nets, spears, and snag hooks must remain within sight and normal voice while fishing on the refuge. contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- 6. We allow use of a bow and arrow or a gig sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- to take nongame fish on refuge waters. vise no more than two youth hunters. 7. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 8. We allow horses only on roads open to holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands motorized traffic. We prohibit the use of and waters (see § 32.2(j)). horses and other animal conveyances from all other areas including fields, woods, and LOWER HATCHIE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE foot trails. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 9. We prohibit use or possession of alco- hunting of duck, goose, coot, merganser, holic beverages while hunting on refuge mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe on des- lands (see § 32.2(j)). ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 10. You may possess only approved with State regulations subject to the fol- nontoxic shot while hunting with a shotgun lowing conditions: (see § 32.2(k)). 1. The refuge is a day-use area only. We 11. You may take coyote and beaver inci- close the refuge from legal sunset to legal dental to legal hunting activities. sunrise, with the exception of legal hunting/ 12. We prohibit camping and fires on the fishing activities. refuge. 2. We prohibit the use of all motorized off- 13. We prohibit cutting of holes, lanes, or road vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs) on the ref- other manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cut- uge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). ting bushes and trees, mowing, herbicide use, 3. We seasonally close the sanctuary area and other actions) or hunting from manipu- of the refuge and the southern unit of Sunk lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). Lake Public Use Natural Area to the public 14. We prohibit hunting over or the place- from November 15 through March 15. ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- uge permit (signed refuge brochure) and iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- comply with all permit provisions and other der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract applicable State and Federal law. game. 5. We allow hunting for duck, goose, coot, 15. We do not open for spring squirrel sea- and merganser from 1⁄2 hour before legal sun- son on the refuge. rise to 12 p.m. (noon) CST. We allow hunters 16. We prohibit trapping. to access the refuge no earlier than 2 hours C. Big Game Hunting. We allow only arch- before legal sunrise. ery hunting for white-tailed deer on des- 6. Mourning dove, woodcock, and snipe sea- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance sons close during all firearms, youth, and with State regulations subject to the fol- muzzleloader deer seasons. lowing conditions: 7. You may use only portable blinds, and 1. Conditions B1 through B6 and B8 you must remove all boats, blinds, and de- through B14 apply. coys (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- 2. We allow the use of only portable blinds uge by 1 p.m. CST daily. and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- 8. Each youth hunter age 15 and younger move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- must remain within sight and normal voice sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) contact and under supervision of an adult from the refuge at the end of each day. age 21 or older, who possesses a license. One 3. All youth hunters age 15 and younger adult hunter may supervise no more than must remain within sight and normal voice two youth hunters. contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- 9. You may possess only approved nontoxic sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- shot while hunting with a shotgun (see vise only one youth hunter. § 32.2(k)). D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on 10. We close Sunk Lake Public Use Natural designated areas of the refuge in accordance Area to all migratory game bird hunting, with State regulations subject to the fol- and we close the southern unit of Sunk Lake lowing conditions: Public Use Natural Area to all hunting. 1. We open all waters of Lake Isom to fish- 11. We prohibit cutting of holes, lanes, or ing only from March 16 through November 14 other manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cut- and from legal sunrise to legal sunset. ting bushes and trees, mowing, herbicide use, 2. We allow boats with only electric or out- and other actions) or hunting from manipu- board motors of 10 hp or less. lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter).

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12. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 6. All youth hunters age 15 and younger holic beverages while hunting on refuge must remain within sight and normal voice lands (see § 32.2(j)). contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- 13. We prohibit hunting over or the place- sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- ment of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the vise only one youth hunter. direct or indirect placing, exposing, depos- 7. We allow archery deer hunting only on iting, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- the northern unit of Sunk Lake Public Use der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract Natural Area. game. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting designated areas of the refuge and the Sunk of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, and opos- Lake Public Use Natural Area in accordance sum on designated areas of the refuge in ac- with State regulations subject to the fol- cordance with State regulations subject to lowing conditions: the following conditions: 1. We allow fishing only from legal sunrise 1. Conditions A1 through A4 and A8 to legal sunset. through A13 apply. 2. We allow fishing only with pole and line 2. We allow hunters to access the refuge no or rod and reel. more than 2 hours before legal sunrise to no 3. We prohibit possession of unauthorized more than 2 hours after legal sunset with the fishing gear, including trotlines, limblines, exception of raccoon and opossum hunters. juglines, yo-yos, nets, spears, and snag hooks We will allow access to those hunters from while fishing on the refuge. legal sunset to legal sunrise. 4. We allow use of a bow and arrow or a gig 3. We do not open for spring squirrel season to take nongame fish on refuge waters. on the refuge. 5. We prohibit taking frog or turtle on the 4. Squirrel, rabbit, and quail seasons close refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). during all firearms, youth, and muzzleloader 6. We seasonally close the sanctuary area deer seasons. of the refuge and the southern unit of Sunk 5. Raccoon and opossum seasons close Fri- Lake Public Use Natural Area to the public day and Saturday nights during all firearms, from November 15 through March 15. youth, and muzzleloader deer hunts and sea- 7. We allow the use of only nonmotorized sons, including the Friday night prior to any boats and boats with electric motors on hunt or season that opens on a Saturday Sunk Lake Public Use Natural Area. morning. 8. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 6. We allow horses only on roads open to holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands motorized traffic. We prohibit the use of and waters (see § 32.2(j)). horses and other animal conveyances from all other areas including fields, woods, and REELFOOT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE foot trails. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 7. You may take coyote and beaver inci- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting dental to legal hunting activities. of squirrel and raccoon on designated areas 8. We prohibit camping and fires on the ref- of the refuge in accordance with State regu- uge. lations subject to the following conditions: 9. We prohibit trapping. 1. The refuge is a day-use area only. We C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of close the refuge from legal sunset to legal white-tailed deer and turkey on designated sunrise, with the exception of legal hunting/ areas of the refuge in accordance with State fishing activities. regulations subject to the following condi- 2. We prohibit the use of all motorized off- tions: road vehicles (e.g., ATVs, UTVs) on the ref- 1. Conditions A1 through A4, A8, A10 uge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). through A13, and B6 through B8 apply. 3. We set season dates and bag limits annu- 2. You may participate in the refuge quota ally and publish them in the refuge brochure hunts only with a special quota permit available at the refuge office. (name and address only) issued through ran- 4. You must possess and carry a signed ref- dom drawing. Information for permit appli- uge permit (signed refuge brochure) and cations is available at the refuge head- comply with all permit provisions and other quarters. applicable State and Federal law. 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic 5. We allow hunters to access the refuge no shot while hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)). earlier than 2 hours before legal sunrise to 4. Hunters may possess lead-rifled slugs no later than 2 hours after legal sunset, with while deer hunting on the refuge (see the exception of raccoon and opossum hunt- § 32.2(k)). ers. We will allow access to those hunters 5. We allow the use of only portable blinds from legal sunset to legal sunrise. and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- 6. We seasonally close the sanctuary areas move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- of the refuge to the public from November 15 sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) through March 15. from the refuge at the end of each day’s 7. All youth hunters age 15 and younger hunt. must remain within sight and normal voice

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contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- 1. We allow access to the Long Point Unit sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- (north of Upper Blue Basin) for fishing from vise no more than two youth hunters. March 16 through November 14, and the 8. We allow horses only on roads open to Grassy Island Unit (south of Upper Blue motorized traffic. We prohibit the use of Basin) for fishing from February 1 through horses and other animal conveyances from November 14. all other areas including fields, woods, and 2. We allow fishing on the refuge from legal foot trails. sunrise to legal sunset. 9. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 3. We prohibit taking of frog or turtle on holic beverages while hunting on refuge the refuge (see § 27.21 of this chapter). lands (see § 32.2(j)). 4. We prohibit airboats, hovercraft, or per- 10. You may possess only approved sonal watercraft (e.g., Jet Skis) on any nontoxic shot while hunting with a shotgun waters within the refuge boundary. (see § 32.2(k)). 5. We allow fishing only with pole and line 11. You may take coyote and beaver inci- or rod and reel. dental to legal hunting activities. 6. We prohibit possession of unauthorized 12. We prohibit camping and fires on the fishing gear, including trotlines, limblines, refuge. juglines, yo-yos, nets, spears, and snag hooks 13. We prohibit cutting of holes, lanes, or while fishing on the refuge. 7. We allow use of a bow and arrow or a gig other manipulation of vegetation (e.g., cut- to take nongame fish on refuge water. ting bushes and trees, mowing, herbicide use, 8. We prohibit use or possession of alco- and other actions) or hunting from manipu- holic beverages while fishing on refuge lands lated areas (see § 27.51 of this chapter). and waters (see § 32.2(j)). 14. We prohibit hunting over or the placement of bait (see § 32.2(h)). Baiting means the TENNESSEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE direct or indirect placing, exposing, depositing, or scattering of any salt, grain, pow- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow der, liquid, or other feed substance to attract hunting of Canada geese (September season game. only) on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 15. We do not open for spring squirrel sea- cordance with State regulations and subject son on the refuge. to the following conditions: 1. The refuge is open daily from 1⁄2 hour be- 16. We prohibit trapping. fore legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sun- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting for set, with the exception of legal hunting/fish- white-tailed deer and turkey on designated ing activities. areas of the refuge in accordance with State 2. We require a refuge hunt permit for all regulations subject to the following condi- hunters age 16 and older. We charge a fee for tions: all hunt permits. You must possess and carry 1. Conditions B1 through B6 and B8 a valid refuge permit (name and address through B14 apply. only) while hunting on the refuge. 2. You may participate in the refuge fire- 3. We set and publish season dates and bag arms deer and turkey quota hunts only with limits annually in the refuge Public Use Reg- a special quota permit (name and address ulations available at the refuge office. only) issued through random drawing. Infor- 4. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 mation for permit applications is available m) of any building, public use road, or boat at the refuge headquarters. launching ramp. 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic 5. We allow access for goose hunting on the shot while turkey hunting on the refuge (see refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2 § 32.2(k)). hours after legal sunset. 4. Hunters may possess lead-rifled slugs 6. We prohibit the use of unlicensed motor- while deer hunting on the refuge (see ized vehicles (e.g., ATVs and golf carts, etc.) § 32.2(k)). on the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). 5. We allow the use of only portable blinds 7. We prohibit the use of horses or other and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- animal conveyances on refuge hunts. move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- 8. Youth hunters under age 16 must remain sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) in sight and normal voice contact with adult from the refuge at the end of each day’s hunters age 21 or older. One adult hunter hunt. may supervise no more than two youth hunt- 6. All youth hunters age 15 and younger ers. must remain within sight and normal voice 9. We allow the use of dogs to retrieve contact of an adult age 21 or older, who pos- geese. sesses a license. One adult hunter may super- 10. You may use only portable blinds, and vise only one youth hunter. you must remove all boats, blinds, and de- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on coys from the refuge at the end of each day. designated areas of the refuge in accordance 11. We prohibit hunters cutting vegetation with State regulations subject to the fol- and bringing exotic/invasive vegetation to lowing conditions: the refuge.

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12. We restrict the Duck River Bottoms November 14 from legal sunrise to legal sun- unit to a quota goose hunt only. You may set. The remainder of the refuge portion of only participate in the quota hunt with a Kentucky Lake will remain open year-round. special quota permit issued through random We allow bank fishing year-round along Ref- drawing. Information for permit application uge Lane from the New Johnsonville Pump is available at the refuge headquarters. Station, and from Busseltown Bump Station B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting areas. of squirrel and raccoon on designated areas 2. We limit boats to no wake speed on all of the refuge in accordance with State regu- refuge impoundments. lations subject to the following conditions: 3. We prohibit leaving boats unattended on 1. Condition A1 applies. the refuge after daylight use hours. 2. We require a refuge hunt permit for all 4. We allow fishing on interior refuge im- hunters age 16 and older. We charge a fee for poundments from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise all hunt permits. You must possess and carry to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. a valid refuge hunt permit while hunting on 5. We prohibit taking frog, turtle, and the refuge. crawfish on the refuge (see § 27.21 of this 3. We set and publish season dates and bag chapter). limits annually in the refuge Public Use Reg- 6. We prohibit trotlines, limblines, jugs, ulations available at the refuge office. and slat baskets in refuge pools and im- 4. We prohibit hunting within 50 yards (45 poundments. m) of any building, public use road, or boat 7. We prohibit swimming in refuge im- launching ramp. poundments and from boat ramps and boat 5. We allow hunters to access the refuge docks. from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2 hours 8. We allow bow fishing in refuge impound- after legal sunset. ments and on Kentucky Lake. 6. We allow hunting for raccoon from legal sunset to legal sunrise. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 7. We prohibit the use of unlicensed motor- FR 29085, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6698, Feb. 11, ized vehicles (e.g., ATVs and golf carts, etc.) 1994; 59 FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62047, on the refuge (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter). Dec. 4, 1995; 62 FR 47382, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 8. We prohibit the use of horses and other 46921, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30791, May 12, 2000; animal conveyances on refuge hunts. 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58950, Sept. 9. Each youth hunter (under age 16) must 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54454, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR remain within sight and normal voice con- 54191, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33197, June 11, 2008; tact and under supervision of an adult age 21 74 FR 45697, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3990, Jan. 21, or older. One adult may supervise no more 2011; 76 FR 56086, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56060, than two youth hunters. Sept. 11, 2012] 10. We do not open for spring squirrel hunting on the refuge § 32.63 Texas. 11. You may take coyote and beaver inci- The following refuge units have been dental to legal hunting activities. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated are listed in alphabetical order with areas of the refuge in accordance with State applicable refuge-specific regulations. regulations subject to the following condi- ANAHUAC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE tions: 1. Conditions B1 through B5, B7 through B9 A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow (each adult may only supervise one youth hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- hunter), and B11 apply. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 2. You may participate in the refuge quota with State regulations subject to the fol- deer hunts only with a special quota permit lowing conditions: (name and address only) issued through ran- 1. Season dates will be concurrent with the dom drawing. Information for permit appli- State for the September teal season, youth- cations is available at the refuge head- only season, and duck and coot regular sea- quarters. son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- 3. We allow the use of only portable blinds ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- cluding the September teal and youth-only sonal equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until from the refuge at the end of each day. the last Saturday in October. If the State- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- specified duck and coot regular season opens ignated portions of the refuge in accordance later than the last Saturday in October, then with State regulations subject to the fol- hunting on the refuge will open consistent lowing conditions: with the State-specified season date. 1. We allow fishing in Swamp Creek, Sul- 2. You must possess and carry a current phur Well Bay, Bennetts Creek, and all inte- signed refuge hunting permit while hunting rior impoundments from March 16 through on all hunt units of the refuge.

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3. Hunters may enter the refuge hunt units 10. Hunters age 17 and under must be under no earlier than 4 a.m. Hunting starts at the the direct supervision of an adult age 18 or designated legal shooting time and ends at 12 older. p.m. (noon). Hunters must leave refuge hunt 11. We only allow shotguns for waterfowl units by 12:30 p.m. We close refuge hunt units hunting. on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s 12. We prohibit the use of airboats, marsh Day. buggies, ATVs (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter) 4. We allow hunting in portions of the East and personal watercraft. Unit on Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays 13. On inland waters of refuge hunt areas during the regular waterfowl season. We reopen to motorized boats, we restrict the op- quire payment of a $10 daily or $40 annual fee eration of motorized boats to lakes, ponds, to hunt on the East Unit. All hunters must ditches, and other waterways. We prohibit check in and out through the check station the operation of motorized boats on or when accessing the East Unit by vehicle. We through emergent wetland vegetation. will allow a limited number of parties to ac- 14. On inland waters of the refuge hunt cess the East Unit by vehicle. All hunters en- areas open to motorized boats, we restrict tering the East Unit through the check sta- the use of boats powered by air-cooled or ration will designate a hunt area on a first- diator-cooled engines to those powered by a come-first-served basis (special duck hunt single engine of 25 hp or less and utilizing a areas will be assigned through a random propeller 9 inches (22.5 cm) in diameter or drawing). We will require hunters to remain less. in an assigned area for that day’s hunt. We 15. We only allow vehicular travel on des- allow hunters to access designated areas of ignated roads and in parking areas. We pro- the East Unit by boat from Jackson Ditch, hibit hunting from roads and blocking access East Bay Bayou, or Onion Bayou. We require to any road or trail entering or on the refuge hunters accessing the East Unit by boat (see § 27.31(h) of this chapter). from Jackson Ditch, East Bay Bayou, or 16. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. Onion Bayou to pay the $40 annual fee. We We allow portable blinds or temporary nat- prohibit access to the East Unit Reservoirs ural vegetation blinds. You must remove all from Onion Bayou via boat. We prohibit the blinds from the refuge daily (see §§ 27.93 and use of motorized boats on the East Unit, ex- 27.94 of this chapter). cept on ponds accessed from Jackson Ditch 17. The minimum permitted distance be- via Onion Bayou. We prohibit motorized tween hunt parties is 200 yards (180 m). boats launching from the East Unit. 18. Dogs accompanying hunters must be 5. We allow hunting on the East Unit Spe- under the immediate control of handlers at cial Goose Hunt Areas by permit on a first- all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). come, first-served basis the morning of the 19. You must remove all decoys, boats, hunt. Hunters must have goose decoys to spent shells, marsh chairs, and other equip- hunt the Special Goose Hunt Areas. We allow ment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- a minimum of two and a maximum of six uge daily. We prohibit the use of plastic flag- persons per permit. All Special Goose Hunt ging, reflectors, or reflective tape. Area hunters must accompany a valid permit B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] holder. Individuals in each group must set up C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] and stay in their permitted area and stay D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- within 50 feet (15 m) of each other unless re- bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- trieving goose. cordance with State regulations subject to 6. We randomly draw permits the morning the following conditions: of the hunt for the East Unit Special Duck 1. We allow fishing and crabbing on shore- Hunt Areas. Hunters must set up within 50 line areas on East Galveston Bay, along East yards (45 m) of the post marker and must Bay Bayou on the East Bay Bayou Tract, stay within 50 feet (15 m) of each other un- along West Line Road to the southern end of less retrieving waterfowl. We allow a min- Shoveler Pond, along the canal from the imum of two and a maximum of six persons Oyster Bayou Boat Ramp to the southwest per permit. corner of Shoveler Pond, and along the 7. We allow hunting in the Pace Tract banks of Shoveler Pond. daily during the September teal season and 2. We allow fishing and crabbing only with regular waterfowl season. pole and line, rod and reel, or handheld line. 8. All hunters using the Oyster Bayou Boat We prohibit the use any method not ex- Ramp must register at the main refuge en- pressly allowed, including trotlines, setlines, trance. jug lines, limb lines, bows and arrows, gigs, 9. We allow hunting in portions of the Mid- spears, or crab traps. dleton Tract daily during the September teal 3. We allow cast netting for bait for per- season and on Saturdays, Sundays, and sonal use along waterways in areas open to Wednesdays of the regular waterfowl season. the public and along public roads. We restrict motorized boats in inland waters 4. We prohibit boats and other floatation of the Middleton Tract to motors of 25 hp or devices on inland waters. You may launch less or electric trolling motors. motorized boats in East Bay at the East Bay

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Boat Ramp on Westline Road and at the Oys- areas of the refuge in accordance with State ter Bayou Boat Ramp (boat canal). We pro- regulations subject to the following condi- hibit the launching of airboats or personal tions: watercraft on the refuge. You may launch 1. On the Blackjack Unit, we allow hunting nonmotorized boats only along East Bay subject to the following conditions: Bayou and along the shoreline of East Gal- i. We may immediately close the entire veston Bay. refuge or any portion thereof to hunting in 5. We prohibit fishing from or mooring to the event of the appearance of whooping water control structures. crane in the hunt area or in order to conduct habitat management practices as required ARANSAS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE during the available windows (e.g., prescribed A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow burns, roller chopping, fire breaks). hunting of ducks, coots, and mergansers on ii. We prohibit the use of dogs to trail designated areas of the refuge in accordance game. with State regulations and subject to the fol- iii. We prohibit target practice or any non- lowing conditions: hunting discharge of firearms. 1. Each adult hunter 17 years of age or iv. We prohibit hunting with the aid of older must possess an Annual Public Hunt- bait, salt, or any ingestible attractant (see ing Permit (APH) administered by the State. § 32.2(h)). We allow sprays and other non-in- 2. Hunters may enter the refuge hunt units gestible attractants. no earlier than 4 a.m. Hunting starts at the v. Firearm hunters must wear a total of 400 designated legal shooting time and ends at 12 square inches (2,600 square centimeters) hun- p.m. (noon). Hunters must leave refuge hunt ter orange, including 144 square inches (936 units by 12:30 p.m. square centimeters) visible in front and 144 3. Youth under 17 years of age are required square inches visible in rear. Some hunter to be under the immediate supervision of a orange must appear on head gear. duly permitted, authorized supervising vi. All hunters must fill out FWS Form 3– adult, age 18 or older. 2359 (Big Game Harvest Report) upon leaving 4. Shotguns with nontoxic shot are the the hunt area. legal means that may be used or possessed vii. For the archery and rifle season, hunt- during these hunts (see § 32.2(k)). ers must obtain a refuge permit (name only 5. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. required) and pay a fee. The hunter must We allow portable blinds or temporary nat- tape the smaller vehicle tag on the driver’s ural vegetation blinds. You must remove all side windshield. The hunter must sign the blinds from the refuge daily (see § 27.93 of larger permit and possess it at all times this chapter). while on the refuge. 6. We only allow vehicular travel on des- viii. We define youth hunters as ages 9 to ignated roads and in parking areas. 16. A Texas-licensed, adult hunter, age 17 or 7. All hunters are transported to and from older who has successfully completed a Hun- their hunting location by Texas Parks and ter Education Training Course, must accom- Wildlife Department (TPWD) personnel. pany youth hunters. We exempt those per- 8. Hunter check-in begins at 5:00 a.m. and sons born prior to September 2, 1971, from ends at 5:30 a.m. All hunters are required to the Hunter Education Training course re- check in and out at the hunter check station quirement. Each adult hunter may supervise located on the north end of the Island. two youth hunters. 9. Hunters will select hunt sites on a first- ix. We will annually designate bag limits come, first-served basis. in the refuge hunt brochure. 10. Waterfowl hunts are morning only, x. We allow archery hunting within the begin at legal shooting time, and end at 12:00 deer season for the county on specified days p.m. (noon). listed in the refuge hunt brochure. 11. Dogs accompanying hunters must be xi. We allow firearm hunting within the under the immediate control of handlers at deer season for the county on specified days all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). listed in the refuge hunt brochure. 12. Hunters must remove all decoys, boats, xii. Hunters must clean all harvested game spent shells, marsh chairs, and other equip- in the field. ment from the refuge daily (see §§ 27.93 and xiii. We prohibit hunting on or across any 27.94 of this chapter). We prohibit the use of part of the refuge road system, or hunting plastic flagging, reflectors, or reflective from a vehicle on any refuge road or road tape. right-of-way. Hunters must remain at a min- 13. Hunting of geese is prohibited. imum of 100 yards (90 meters) off any des- 14. The entire refuge or any portion thereof ignated refuge road or structure. may immediately close to hunting in the xiv. We prohibit hunters using handguns event of whooping cranes present within the during archery and rifle hunts. Hunters may hunt area. use bows and arrows only in accordance with B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] State law. We prohibit use of crossbows for C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunting unless we issue a special use permit white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated (FWS Form 3–1383–G) due to ‘‘upper 2 limb’’

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disability. We allow the use of archery equip- 3. On the Tatton Unit, we allow hunting ment and centerfire rifles for hunting in ac- subject to the following conditions: cordance with State law. i. Big Game Hunting Blackjack Unit condi- xv. We allow use of portable hunting tions: C.1.i through C.1.v apply. stands, stalking of game, and still hunting. ii. We define youth hunters as ages 9 to 16. There is a limit of two portable stands per All hunters born after September 2, 1971 permitted hunter. A hunter may set up the must have completed a State-certified hun- portable stands during the scouting week, ter education course for refuge administered but must remove them when the hunter’s hunts. A Texas-licensed, adult hunter, age 17 permit expires (see § 27.93 of this chapter). We or older who has successfully completed a prohibit hunters from driving nails, spikes, Hunter Education Training Course, must ac- or other objects into trees or hunting from company youth hunters. We exempt those stands secured with objects driven into trees persons born prior to September 2, 1971, from (see § 32.2(i)). We prohibit the building of pits the Hunter Education Training course re- and permanent blinds. quirement. xvi. We prohibit blocking of gates and iii. Hunters are transported to and from roadways (see § 27.31(h) of this chapter). We their hunting location via government vehi- prohibit vehicles operating off-road for any cles. reason. Hunters must park vehicles in such a D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- manner as to not obstruct normal vehicle ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- traffic. lowing conditions: xvii. We allow the use of only biodegrad- 1. You may not use crab traps in any ref- able flagging tape to mark trails and hunt uge marshes, including Matagorda Island. stand location during the archery and rifle 2. Beginning April 15 through October 15, hunts on the refuge. We color-code the flag- you may fish on the refuge only in areas des- ging tape used each weekend during the rifle ignated in the refuge fishing brochure. From hunts. Hunters must use the designated flag- October 16 through April 14, the only area ging tape color specified for particular hunt open to fishing is adjacent to the picnic area dates. We provide this information on the off of the fishing pier, and we also allow refuge hunt permit and in refuge regulations wade fishing in that immediate area. You sent to permittees. Hunters must remove may fish all year in marshes on Matagorda flagging (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the Island. end of the hunt. The hunter must write his/ 3. We prohibit consumption of alcohol or her last name in black permanent marker on possession of open alcohol containers (see the first piece of flagging tape nearest the § 32.5(e)). adjacent designated roadway. xiii. We prohibit camping. BALCONES CANYONLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE 2. On the Matagorda Island Unit, we allow REFUGE hunting subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow i. Big Game Hunting Blackjack Unit condi- hunting of mourning, white-wing, rock, and tions: C.1.i through C.1.vi apply. Eurasian-collared dove on designated areas ii. Special permits are issued by lottery of the refuge in accordance with State regu- drawing through the TPWD Public Hunting lations subject to the following conditions: Program for big game hunts. 1. The hunting season will be consistent iii. TPWD staff will transport all hunters with the State season. to and from the designated hunting stand. 2. Hunting allowed in designated area(s) iv. All hunters are required to stay in their from noon to sunset. designated stand unless they are retrieving 3. Refuge will set the bag limits. their game. Stalking of game is prohibited. 4. You may possess only approved nontoxic v. For hunts administered by TPWD, youth shot for hunting while in the field (see hunters are not required to complete a Hun- § 32.2(k)). ter Education Training Course. However, su- 5. Refuge permits (name only) are required pervising adults born on or after September with payment of a hunt fee. 2, 1971, must have passed a Hunter Education 6. Dogs are allowed to retrieve game birds Training Course or possess a State-issued de- during the hunt, but the dogs must be under ferral. control of the handler at all times and not vi. Each adult hunter may supervise up to allowed to roam free (see § 26.21(b) of this two youth hunters. chapter). vii. Hunters can clean all harvested game 7. Hunters must be at least 12 years of age. in the field or at the designated cleaning An adult 21 years of age or older must ac- area at the headquarters. company hunters between the ages of 12 and viii. All deer harvested during the hunt 17 (inclusive) as per State regulations. will be tagged with a TPWD-issued Special 8. We prohibit use or possession of alcohol Drawn Legal Deer Tag. while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). ix. Hunters are allowed to camp in the des- 9. The entire refuge or any portion thereof ignated camping area. may be closed to hunting for the protection

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of resources or public safety as determined 1. Conditions B1 through B14 apply. by the Refuge Manager. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 10. Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- BIG BOGGY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uges must comply with all provisions of State and local law. Persons may only use A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter ignated areas of the refuge in accordance and specific refuge regulations in part 32). with State regulations subject to the fol- 11. Hunter may bring up to two guests. lowing conditions: Guests may not use a hunting firearm. 1. Season dates will be concurrent with the Guests must be with the hunter at all times. State for the September teal season, youth- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting only season, and duck and coot regular sea- of wild turkey at designated times on des- son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the with State regulations and subject to the fol- exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- lowing conditions: cluding the September teal and youth-only 1. Hunting is permitted consistent with the seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until State season. the last Saturday in October. If the State- 2. Hunters are required to check in and out specified duck and coot regular season opens daily at designated check station(s). later than the last Saturday in October, then 3. Weapons will be consistent with State hunting on the refuge will open consistent and Federal regulations. with the State-specified season date. 4. The entire refuge or any portion thereof 2. We prohibit the building or use of pits may be closed to hunting for the protection and permanent blinds. of resources or public safety as determined 3. We only allow the use of airboats in tidal by the Refuge Manager. navigable waters unless otherwise posted. 5. Hunters must be at least 12 years of age. 4. We prohibit target practice on the ref- An adult 21 years of age or older must ac- uge. company hunters between the ages of 12 and 17 (inclusive) as per State regulations. This 5. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- adult may supervise no more than two hunt- rying firearms on national wildlife refuges ers. must comply with all provisions of State and 6. The refuge will set the bag limits. local law. Persons may only use (discharge) 7. Hunters must visibly wear 400 square firearms in accordance with refuge regula- inches (2,600 square centimeters) of hunter tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific orange on the outermost layer of the head, refuge regulations in part 32). chest, and back, which must include a hun- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] ter-orange hat or cap. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 8. Refuge permits and the payment of a D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] hunt fee are required. 9. Dogs are not allowed for hunting. BRAZORIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 10. Vehicles may only be operated on designated roads and parking areas. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 11. Off road use of all-terrain vehicles hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- (ATVs) is prohibited, except to retrieve ignated areas of the refuge in accordance bagged game. with State regulations subject to the fol- 12. Standby hunting permits are issued lowing conditions: only if openings are available on the day of 1. We require permits and payment of fees each hunt on a first-come, first-served basis. for the Otter Slough Permit Waterfowl Hunt. Contact Refuge Manager for details. Hunters must abide by all terms and condi- 13. The use or possession of bait is prohib- tions set forth by the permit. ited during scouting or hunting (see § 32.2(h)). 2. Season dates will be concurrent with the Bait is considered anything that may be State for the September teal season, youth- eaten or ingested by wildlife. Scent only season, and duck and coot regular sea- attractants are allowed. son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- 14. A hunter may bring one guest. Guest ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the may not use a hunting firearm or other exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- hunting weapon (archery). Guest may assist cluding the September teal and youth-only hunter in game retrieval or field dressing ac- seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until tivities. Guest must be with the hunter at all the last Saturday in October. If the State- times. specified duck and coot regular season opens C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of later than the last Saturday in October, then white-tailed deer and feral hog at designated hunting on the refuge will open consistent times on designated areas of the refuge in ac- with the State-specified season date. cordance with State regulations and subject 3. We prohibit the building of pits and per- to the following conditions: manent blinds.

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4. You must possess and carry a refuge per- 7. Only shotguns are permitted. mit to hunt on certain portions of the hunt- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ing area. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 5. We only allow the use of airboats in tidal navigable waters unless otherwise posted. CADDO LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 6. We prohibit target practice on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 7. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] rying firearms on national wildlife refuges C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of must comply with all provisions of State and deer and feral hog on designated areas of the local law. Persons may only use (discharge) refuge in accordance with State regulations firearms in accordance with refuge regula- subject to the following conditions: tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific 1. We prohibit the use of motorized off-road refuge regulations in part 32). vehicles (e.g., ATVs) on the refuge (see B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] § 27.31(f) of this chapter). C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2. We set season dates and bag limits annu- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in ac- ally and publish them in the refuge public cordance with State regulations subject to use regulations available at the refuge office. the following conditions: 3. Deer archery hunters must possess and 1. We allow fishing only on Nick’s Lake, carry a signed refuge permit (signed refuge Salt Lake, and Lost Lake. brochure) while hunting. 2. We allow access for shore fishing at 4. You may hunt only big game during des- Bastrop Bayou, Clay Banks, and Salt Lake ignated refuge seasons. Public Fishing Areas; we prohibit the use or 5. You may hunt feral hog during any es- possession of alcoholic beverages in all Pub- tablished refuge hunting season. Refuge per- lic Fishing Areas. mits and legal weapons apply for the current 3. We open Bastrop Bayou to fishing 24 hunting season. hours a day; we prohibit camping. 6. We allow hunters to access the refuge no 4. We open all other fishing areas from more than 2 hours before legal sunrise and legal sunrise to legal sunset. no more than 2 hours after legal sunset. 5. We only allow nonmotorized boat launching at the Salt Lake Public Fishing 7. We define youth hunters as ages 9–16. A Area. The refuge provides no other boat Texas-licensed, adult hunter, age 17 or older launching facilities. who has successfully completed a Hunter 6. We prohibit the use of trotlines, sail Education Training Course, must accompany lines, set lines, jugs, gigs, spears, bush youth hunters. We exempt those persons hooks, snatch hooks, crossbows, or bows and born prior to September 2, 1971, from the arrows of any type. Hunter Education Training course require- 7. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- ment. We define accompanied as being with- rying firearms on national wildlife refuges in normal voice contact. Each adult hunter must comply with all provisions of State and may supervise only one youth hunter. local law. Persons may only use (discharge) 8. You may participate in the refuge fire- firearms in accordance with refuge regula- arms deer hunt only with a Quota Deer Hunt tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific Application (FWS Form 3–2354) issued refuge regulations in part 32). through random drawing. You may obtain information on permit applications at the BUFFALO LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE refuge headquarters. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 9. We allow the use of only portable blinds B. Upland Game Hunting. Hunting of pheas- and tree stands on the refuge. You must re- ant is permitted on designated areas of the move blinds, tree stands, and all other per- refuge subject to the following conditions: sonal equipment from the refuge at the end 1. Permits and payment of a fee are re- of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). quired. 10. We prohibit possession or distribution 2. Hunters may hunt only one day each of bait or hunting with the aid of bait, in- year. cluding any grain, salt, minerals, or other 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic feed or nonnaturally occurring attractant on shot while in the field. the refuge (see § 32.2(h)). 4. Hunting is limited to five days, opening 11. We prohibit the use of dogs, feeders, on Saturday in accordance with the opening campsites, and all-terrain vehicles (we may of the State of Texas hunting season, and the allow all-terrain vehicles for medically docu- subsequent Monday, Wednesday, Friday and mented disabled hunters by Special Use Per- Sunday. mit (SUP) [FWS Form 3–1383] only). Contact 5. Hunting hours will be from 9 a.m. to the the wildlife refuge manager for guidelines to close of legal shooting time as listed in the obtain a SUP. State of Texas pheasant hunting regulations. 12. Hunters must conspicuously wear day- 6. 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13. Persons possessing, transporting, or 2. Conditions A2, A5 through A7, and A11 carrying firearms on a national wildlife ref- through A17 apply. uge must comply with all provisions of State 3. We restrict hunt participants for quota and local law. Persons may only use (dis- hunts to those drawn for and in possession of charge) firearms in accordance with refuge a limited hunt permit. The permits are non- regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter and transferable. Hunt dates and application pro- specific refuge regulations in part 32). cedures will be available annually at the ref- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] uge headquarters. 4. We allow limited hunts for feral hog HAGERMAN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE (March), archery deer (November, Decem- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ber), and spring turkey (April). We allow hunting of mourning dove in the month of muzzleloaders, bow and arrow, and shotguns September on designated areas of the refuge for feral hog and spring turkey hunts. You in accordance with State regulations subject may possess and use only lead free, nontoxic to the following conditions: (steel, bismuth, copper, or tungsten) bullets, 1. You must possess and carry a signed ref- slugs, and shot (00 buck for hogs, no shell uge brochure (which serves as your Migra- larger than No. 4 shot size for turkey). tory Game Bird/Upland Game permit). The 5. We require all hunters to check-in, show permit is available free of charge at the ref- proof of personal identification, and produce uge headquarters. a valid limited hunt permit (see C1) prior to 2. We require the hunter to self check-in the hunt. and check out. 6. We limit each hunter to one stand which 3. We allow only shotguns for hunting. the hunter may place on the refuge during 4. You may possess shot for hunting no the day preceding each hunt. Hunters must larger than #4 in the hunting area. remove all stands by legal sunset on the last 5. Hunters may possess only approved day of each hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this nontoxic shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). chapter). 6. We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 7. We prohibit the use of nonbiodegradable m) of any Day Use Area or walking trail. flagging, blazing, tacks, nails, or other trail 7. We prohibit target practice or any non- marking devices to locate stands or for any hunting discharge of firearms. other purpose. 8. We prohibit falconry. 8. Hunters must check all game harvested 9. We allow retriever dogs, but the dogs during limited hunts at the refuge check sta- must be under the control of the handler at tion the same day of the kill and prior to all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). leaving the refuge for the day. 10. We prohibit airboats, hovercraft, and 9. We prohibit crossbows except by special personal watercraft (jet skis, wave runner, permit (General Special Use Application and jet boats, etc.) year-round on refuge waters. Permit FWS Form 3–1383–G) issued on a case- 11. We prohibit building or hunting from by-case basis by the refuge manager to ac- permanent blinds. commodate hunter accessibility needs. 12. We prohibit blocking of gates and roads 10. We divide the refuge into six hunting (see § 27.31(h) of this chapter). units, and we may rotate areas open to hunt- 13. We prohibit ATVs. ing annually. We allow hunting only on des- 14. We prohibit horses. ignated days and only on areas identified an- 15. We prohibit glass containers. nually by the refuge. 16. We prohibit use or possession of alco- 11. We require proof of completion of a bow holic beverages while hunting (see § 32.2(j)). hunter education course for all archery 17. We prohibit hunting over feeders or feed hunting. (see § 32.2(h)). 12. We require annual successful comple- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting tion of an archery proficiency test with a of squirrel and rabbit in the months of Feb- score of 80 percent or higher for all deer and ruary and September on designated areas of turkey hunt permit holders. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 13. Hunting is from stands, blinds, or by tions subject to the following conditions: stalking only. Conditions A1 through A17 apply. 14. We prohibit cutting of trees or limbs C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of greater than 1 inch (2.5 cm). white-tailed deer, feral hog, and turkey on 15. We will close the hunt units to public designated areas of the refuge in accordance entry the day prior to each hunt segment. with State regulations subject to the fol- 16. We will allow hunters with valid lim- lowing conditions: ited permits to place hunt stands on trees 1. We require a limited hunt permit (Big/ the day before their hunt segment begins, Upland Game Hunting Application, FWS but they must first check-in at the hunter Form 3–2356) for archery deer, feral hog, and check station. They may not enter any hunt spring turkey hunts. For additional informa- unit until 8 a.m., and they must leave the tion on how to apply, contact the refuge unit by 2 p.m. We will disqualify anyone in headquarters at 903–786–2826. violation from hunting.

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17. There is no bag or size limit on the har- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of vesting of feral hogs. white-tailed deer, feral hog, and nilgai ante- 18. We prohibit scouting the day prior to lope on designated areas of the refuge in ac- and during each hunt segment. cordance with State regulations subject to 19. We require hunters to wear a safety the following conditions: harness while hunting in elevated stands. 1. We require hunters to pay a fee and ob- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- tain a refuge hunt permit (name and address ignated areas of the refuge in accordance only). We issue replacement permits for an with State regulations subject to the fol- additional nominal fee. All hunt fees are lowing conditions: nonrefundable. We require the hunter to pos- 1. Lake Texoma and connected streams are sess and carry a signed and dated refuge hunt open to fishing year-round. We require a permit. valid State of Texas or Lake Texoma fishing 2. We allow archery and firearm hunting on license as per State regulations. designated units of the refuge. Units 1, 2, 3, 2. Conditions A10, and A12 through A15 5, 6, and 8 are open to archery hunting during apply. designated dates. Units 2, 3, 5, and 8 are open 3. You may bank and wade fish with pole to firearm hunting during designated dates. and line, rod and reel, or hand line year- We close the following areas to hunting: Ad- round in all areas open to public fishing. olph Thomae, Jr. County Park in Unit 3, 4. We allow fishing in refuge ponds March posted ‘‘No Hunting Zones’’ within all hunt 15 through September 30 annually. We re- units, La Selva Verde Tract (Armstrong), quire a valid State of Texas or Lake Texoma Waller Tract, Tocayo (COHYCO, Inc.) Tract, fishing license as per State regulations. Frieze Tract, Escondido Tract, Sendero del 5. Anglers may not use any glass con- Gato, Resaca de la Gringa, Bahia Grande tainers, plastic jugs, or plastic bottles as Unit, South Padre Island Unit, and the Bos- floats. well Tract. 6. We prohibit discarding any type of fish- 3. We offer hunting during specific portions ing line. of the State hunting season. We determine 7. You may take bait only for personal use specific deer hunt dates annually, and they while fishing in refuge waters in accordance usually fall within October, November, De- with Texas State law. We prohibit removal cember, and January. We may provide spe- of bait from the refuge for commercial sales cial feral hog and nilgai antelope hunts to or use. reduce populations at any time during the 8. We prohibit fishing from bridges. year. 9. We allow the use of bow and arrow to 3. We offer hunting during specific portions take nongame fish on refuge waters. of the State hunting season. We determine 10. We prohibit limb lines, throw lines, jug specific deer hunt dates annually, and they lines, seine nets, and yo-yos. usually fall within November, December, and 11. We prohibit taking frog, turtle, and January. We may provide special feral hog mussel from refuge lands and waters (see and nilgai antelope hunts to reduce popu- § 27.21 of this chapter). lations at any time during the year. 12. We prohibit entry into refuge impound- 4. We annually establish a specific bag ments and ponds by any means (i.e., foot, limit for deer hunted on the refuge in the boat, other floating device), for any purpose, refuge hunt brochure and permit. We have an year-round. unlimited bag limit on feral hog and nilgai 13. We prohibit boats and all other floating antelope. devices on all open waters of Lake Texoma, 5. We require hunters to visibly wear 400 except Big Mineral Creek from October 1 square inches (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange, through March 14 annually. which includes wearing a minimum of 144 14. At the point where Big Mineral Creek square inches (936 cm2) visible on the chest, joins Lake Texoma, Big Mineral Creek be- a minimum of 144 square inches visible on comes a year-round no-wake zone to the end the back, and a hunter-orange hat or cap of upstream navigable waters. visible on the head when in the field. We 15. From October 1 through March 14, we allow hunter-orange camouflage patterns. allow only nonmotorized boats in Big Min- We allow archery hunters during the arch- eral Creek from the point where it joins ery-only hunts to remove their hunter or- Lake Texoma to the upstream end of navi- ange in the field only when hunting at a sta- gable waters. This includes any type of gas tionary location. or electric motor that is onboard and capable 6. We define youth hunters as ages 9 of use. We allow launching only from L Pad through 16. A Texas-licensed adult hunter, Road or by hand at the Big Mineral Day Use age 21 or older who has successfully com- Area. pleted a Hunter Education Training Course or is exempt, must accompany the youth LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE hunter. We exempt those persons born prior REFUGE to September 2, 1971, from the Hunter Edu- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] cation Training course requirement. We de- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] fine accompanied as being within normal

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voice contact of the adult. Each adult hunter the refuge check station before removal from may supervise only one youth hunter. the refuge. You may quarter deer, feral hog, 7. We allow the use of only longbows, com- and nilgai antelope in the field as defined by pound bows, and recurved bows during the State regulations. You may use a non- archery hunt. We allow the use of only motorized cart to assist with the transpor- shoulder-fired muzzleloaders, rifles, and tation of harvested game animals. crossbows during the firearm hunt. Persons 15. We prohibit killing or wounding an ani- possessing, transporting, or carrying fire- mal covered in this section and intentionally arms on national wildlife refuges must com- or knowingly failing to make a reasonable ply with all provisions of State and local effort to retrieve and include it in the hunt- law. Persons may only use (discharge) fire- er’s bag limit. arms in accordance with refuge regulations 16. We prohibit use of or hunting from any (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge type of watercraft or floating device. regulations in part 32). Muzzleloader fire- 17. Hunters must receive authorization arms must be .40 caliber or larger, and mod- from a refuge employee to enter closed ref- ern rifles must be centerfired and .22 caliber uge areas to retrieve harvested game. or larger. We prohibit loaded authorized 18. We reserve the right to revoke or deny hunting firearms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) any permit for up to 5 years due to unsafe in the passenger compartment of a motor ve- conduct or violation of one or more refuge hicle. We define ‘‘loaded’’ as having rounds regulations; this includes a demonstrated in the chamber or magazine or a firing cap lack of public or hunter safety to a degree on a muzzleloading firearm. We prohibit tar- that may endanger oneself or other persons get practice or ‘‘sighting-in’’ on the refuge. or property; multiple refuge regulation vio- 8. We allow a scouting period prior to the lations; aggressive, abusive, or intimidating commencement of the refuge deer hunting behavior towards any employee of the United season. A permitted hunter and a limit of States or any local or State government em- two nonpermitted individuals may enter the ployee engaged in official business, or to- hunt units during the scouting period. We wards any private person engaged in official allow access to the units during the scouting business, or towards any private person en- period from 1c hours before legal sunrise to gaged in the pursuit of a permitted activity legal sunset. You must clearly display the on the refuge. refuge-issued Hunter Vehicle Validation Tag/ D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- Scouting Permit (available from the refuge bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- office) face up on the vehicle dashboard when cordance with State regulations subject to hunting and scouting. the following conditions: 9. We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1. We only allow fishing and crabbing from only 1 hour before legal shooting hours dur- Adoph Thomae Jr. County Park on San Mar- ing the permitted hunt season. We may re- tin Lake of the Bahia Grande Unit, and on quire hunters to check out daily at the ref- the South Padre Island Unit year-round. uge check station at the end of their hunt or 2. We require payment of an entry fee and no later than 1 hour after legal shooting boat launch at Adolph Thomae, Jr. County hours. Park. We allow access to Adolph Thomae, Jr. 10. We allow vehicle parking at Unit 1 and County Park in accordance with the Cam- Unit 6 designated parking areas and along eron County Parks Department. the roadside of General Brandt Road (FM 3. We only allow pole and line, rod and reel, 106), Buena Vista Road, Lakeside Road, and hand line, dip net, or cast net for fishing. We County Road. prohibit the use of crab traps or pots for 11. We restrict vehicle access to service crabbing. Anglers must attend all fishing roads not closed by gates or signs. We pro- lines, crabbing equipment, or other fishing hibit the use of motorized vehicles (see § 27.31 devices at all times. of this chapter). You may access hunt units 4. We prohibit the taking and use of frog, only by foot or by bicycle. salamander, and other amphibian as bait. 12. We allow hunting from portable stands 5. We allow the use of boats for sport fish- or by stalking and still hunting. There is a ing. You may launch boats at Adolph limit of one blind or stand per permitted Thomae Jr. County Park. We only allow hunter. You must attach hunter identifica- bank and wade fishing on the shoreline of tion (name and phone number) to the blind San Martin Lake within the refuge bound- or stand. We prohibit attaching blinds and ary. We only allow access by foot behind stands to trees or making blinds and stands posted refuge boundary signs. from natural vegetation (see §§ 27.51 of this 6. We only allow camping at Adolph chapter and 32.2(i)). You must remove all Thomae Jr. County Park. blinds and stands (see § 27.93 of this chapter) LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY NATIONAL at the end of the permitted hunt season. WILDLIFE REFUGE 13. We prohibit the possession or use of dogs while scouting or hunting. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 14. 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refuge in accordance with State regulations troductory text of this paragraph A. during subject to the following conditions: your established hunt. 1. The hunting season will be concurrent 13. We prohibit use of flagging or any other with the State season. We publish this infor- type of marker. mation in the refuge hunting sheet. 14. We prohibit hunters cutting or trim- 2. Designated areas include the La Grulla ming any vegetation or brush (see § 27.51 of and Monte Cristo tracts of the refuge. this chapter). 3. We require hunters to pay a fee to obtain 15. We prohibit overnight camping. a refuge hunt permit (name only required) 16. We prohibit the use of motorized vehi- and to possess and carry such permit at all cles. times during your designated hunt period. 17. We reserve the right to revoke or deny Hunters must also display the refuge-issued any permit for up to 5 years for the following vehicle placard (part of the hunt permit) reasons: Lack of public safety to a degree while participating in the designated hunt that may endanger oneself or other persons period. Hunters, including youth hunters, or property; multiple regulation violations; must also have a valid hunting license, proof aggressive, abusive, or intimidating behavior of hunter’s education certification, and pic- towards any employee of the United States ture identification in order to obtain a ref- or any local or State government employee uge hunt permit and must possess the above engaged in official business, or towards any items while on the refuge hunt. private person engaged in the pursuit of a 4. You should park in designated refuge permitted activity on the refuge. parking areas if they are available. You may B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] park along County roads; however, you must C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of not block the path of traffic and access to white-tailed deer, feral hog, and nilgai ante- the refuge or private property (see § 27.31(h) lope on designated areas of the refuge in ac- of this chapter). We will tow inappropriately cordance with State regulations subject to parked vehicles at the owner’s expense. the following conditions: 5. We define youth hunters as ages 9–16. A 1. Conditions A3 through A10 and A13 Texas-licensed, adult hunter, age 17 or older through A17 apply. who has successfully completed a Hunter 2. We offer hunting during specific portions Education Training Course, must accompany of the State hunting season. We determine youth hunters. We exempt those persons specific hunt dates annually. We publish this born prior to September 2, 1971, from the information in the refuge hunting sheet. Hunter Education Training course require- 3. We allow archery and firearm hunting on ment. We define accompanied as being with- designated tracts of the refuge. We open Te- in normal voice contact. Each adult hunter niente Tract to archery and firearm hunting may supervise only one youth hunter. during designated dates. We open East Lake 6. You may access the refuge during your Tract to firearm hunting during designated permitted hunt period from 1 hour before dates. legal hunt time to 1 hour after legal hunt 4. We allow the use of longbows, compound time; however, you may not hunt outside of bows, recurved bows, shotgun, muzzleloader, the legal hunt hours. and any legal center-fire firearm except 7. Your licenses, permits, hunting equip- hand-held pistols (handguns) when hunting. ment, effects, and vehicles or other convey- Muzzleloader firearms must be .40 caliber or ances are subject to inspection by Federal, larger and slugs are the only permitted shot State, and local law enforcement officers. for shotguns when hunting. We publish this 8. We restrict hunt participants to those information in the refuge hunting sheet. listed on the refuge hunt permit (hunter, 5. We allow the use of rattling horns. nonhunting chaperone, and nonhunting as- 6. We allow free-standing blinds or tripods. sistant). We require all participants to wear Hunters may set them up during the scout- hunter orange according to Texas State reg- ing days preceding each permitted hunt date ulations (400 square inches [2,600 cm2] that is and must take them down by the end of such visible on the chest, back and head). hunt date. Hunters must mark and tag all 9. We allow only the hunter to hunt and stands with their name, contact number, and carry or discharge the applicable hunting hunt date during the period of use. shotgun, muzzleloader, rifle, or bow. 7. Hunters must field-dress all harvested 10. We allow hunters to use bicycles on des- big game in the field. ignated routes of travel. 8. Hunters may use nonmotorized dollies or 11. You may use properly trained retriever carts off improved roads or trails to haul dogs to retrieve dove during the hunt, but carcasses to a parking area. the dog must be under the control of the 9. We prohibit use of big game decoys. handler at all times (hunters must not allow 10. We prohibit use or possession of dogs, dogs to roam free) (see § 26.21(b) of this chap- horses, or mules on the refuge during big ter). game refuge hunt. 12. We prohibit hunters discharging fire- 11. We prohibit the killing, wounding, tak- arms for any purpose other than to take or ing, or possession of an animal listed in the attempt to take a game bird listed in the in- introductory text of this paragraph C while

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intentionally or knowingly failing to make a ers hunting the Star Lake/Clam Lake Hunt reasonable effort to retrieve or keep the edi- Units must register at the check station, in- ble portions of the animal and include it in cluding those accessing the unit from the your bag limit. beach along the Brine Line or Perkins Levee. 12. We prohibit discharge of firearms or Hunters will choose a designated hunt area bows and arrows for any purpose other than on a first-come-first-served basis and will be to take or attempt to take an animal listed required to remain in assigned areas for that in the introductory text of this paragraph C day’s hunt. All hunters accessing Star Lake during your established hunt. and associated waters via boat must access D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] through the refuge’s Star Lake boat ramp. 8. We allow hunting in the Central Hunt MCFADDIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Units daily during the September teal season A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow and on Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays of hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- the regular waterfowl season. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 9. We only allow hunting in the Spaced with State regulations subject to the fol- Hunt Units on Saturdays, Sundays, and lowing conditions: Tuesdays of the regular waterfowl season. 1. Season dates will be concurrent with the We require payment of a $10.00 daily fee to State for the September teal season, youth- hunt the Spaced Hunt Units. We allow a only season, and duck and coot regular sea- maximum of four hunters per area. Hunters son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- must possess and carry Special Fee Area ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the Permits while hunting. exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- 10. We allow daily hunting in the Mud cluding the September teal and youth-only Bayou Hunt Unit during the September teal seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until season and on Sundays, Wednesdays, and the last Saturday in October. If the State- Fridays of the regular waterfowl season. We specified duck and coot regular season opens allow access by foot from the beach at des- later than the last Saturday in October, then ignated crossings or by boat from the Gulf hunting on the refuge will open consistent Intracoastal Waterway via Mud Bayou. with the State-specified season date. 11. Hunters age 17 or under must be under 2. You must possess and carry a current the direct supervision of an adult age 18 or signed refuge hunting permit while hunting older. on all units of the refuge. 12. We only allow shotguns for waterfowl 3. Hunters must enter the refuge hunt hunting. 1 units between 4 a.m. and ⁄2 hour before the 13. We only allow vehicular travel on des- designated legal shooting time. Hunting ignated roads and in parking areas. We pro- starts at legal shooting time and ends at 12 hibit blocking access to any road or trail en- p.m. (noon). Hunters must leave refuge hunt tering or on the refuge (see § 27.31(h) of this units by 12:30 p.m. We close refuge hunt units chapter). on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s 14. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. Day. We allow portable blinds or temporary nat- 4. You may access hunt areas by foot, nonmotorized watercraft, outboard motorboat, ural vegetation blinds. You must remove all or airboat. Airboats may not exceed 10 hp blinds from the refuge daily (see §§ 27.93 and with direct drive with a propeller length of 27.94 of this chapter). 48 inches (120 cm) or less. Engines may not 15. The minimum permitted distance be- exceed 2 cylinders and 484 cc. We prohibit all tween hunt parties and between hunters and other motorized vehicles. We prohibit marsh driveable roads and buildings is 200 yards (180 buggies, ATVs, and personal watercraft (see m). We prohibit hunting from roads or lev- § 27.31(f) of this chapter). ees. 5. On inland waters of the refuge open to 16. Dogs accompanying hunters must be motorized boats, we restrict the use of boats under the immediate control of handlers at powered by air-cooled or radiator-cooled en- all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). gines to those powered by a single engine of 17. You must remove all decoys, boats, 25 hp or less and utilizing a propeller 9 inches spent shells, marsh chairs, and other equip- (22.5 cm) in diameter or less. ment (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) 6. On inland waters of the refuge open to from the refuge daily. We prohibit use of motorized boats, we restrict the operation of plastic flagging, reflectors, or reflective tape motorized boats to lakes, ponds, ditches, and on the refuge. other waterways. We prohibit the operation B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] of motorized boats on or through emergent C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] wetland vegetation. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- 7. We allow hunting in the Star Lake/Clam bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- Lake Hunt Unit daily during the special teal cordance with State regulations subject to season and on Saturdays, Sundays, and Tues- the following conditions: days of the regular waterfowl season. During 1. We only allow fishing and crabbing with the regular waterfowl season only, all hunt- pole and line, rod and reel, or handheld line.

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We prohibit the use of any method not ex- prohibit the use or possession of alcoholic pressly allowed in inland waters, including beverages in all Public Fishing Areas. trotlines, set lines, jug lines, limb lines, 3. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- bows and arrows, gigs, spears, and crab traps. rying firearms on national wildlife refuges 2. We allow cast netting for bait for per- must comply with all provisions of State and sonal use along waterways in areas open to local law. Persons may only use (discharge) the public and along public roads. firearms in accordance with refuge regula- 3. We allow fishing and crabbing in 10-Mile tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific Cut and Mud Bayou and in the following in- refuge regulations in part 32). land waters: Star Lake, Clam Lake, and Mud Lake. We also allow fishing and crabbing TEXAS POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE from the shoreline of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and along roadside ditches. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 4. Conditions A5 and A6 apply. hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- 5. We prohibit fishing from or mooring to ignated areas of the refuge in accordance water control structures. with State regulations subject to the fol- 5. Conditions A5 and A6 apply. lowing conditions: 1. Season dates will be concurrent with the SAN BERNARD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE State for the September teal season, youth- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow only season, and duck and coot regular sea- hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the with State regulations subject to the fol- exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- lowing conditions: cluding the September teal and youth-only 1. Season dates will be concurrent with the seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until State for the September teal season, youth- the last Saturday in October. If the State- only season, and duck and coot regular sea- specified duck and coot regular season opens son in the Texas South Zone, and goose reg- later than the last Saturday in October, then ular season in the Texas East Zone, with the hunting on the refuge will open consistent exception that we will prohibit duck (not in- with the State-specified season date. cluding the September teal and youth-only 2. You must possess and carry a current seasons) and coot hunting on the refuge until signed refuge hunting permit while hunting the last Saturday in October. If the State- on all hunt units of the refuge. specified duck and coot regular season opens 3. Hunters must enter the refuge hunt unit later than the last Saturday in October, then between 4 a.m. and 1⁄2 hour before the des- hunting on the refuge will open consistent ignated legal shooting time. Hunting starts with the State-specified season date. at legal shooting time and ends at 12 p.m. 2. We prohibit the building or use of pits (noon). Hunters must be off refuge hunt and permanent blinds (see §§ 27.92 and 27.93 of units by 12:30 p.m. We close refuge hunt units this chapter). on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s 3. We require hunters to use the Waterfowl Day. Lottery Application (FWS Form 3–2355) and 4. We allow hunting in portions of the ref- payment of fees for the Sergent Permit Wa- uge daily during the September teal season terfowl Hunt Area. Hunters must abide by and on Saturdays, Mondays, and Wednesdays all terms and conditions set by the permits. during the regular waterfowl season. 4. We only allow the use of airboats in tidal navigable waters unless otherwise posted. 5. You may access hunt areas by foot, non- 5. We prohibit target practice on the ref- motorized watercraft, outboard motorboat, uge. or airboat. Airboats may not exceed 10 hp 6. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- with direct drive with a propeller length of rying firearms on national wildlife refuges 48 inches (120 cm) or less. Engines may not must comply with all provisions of State and exceed 2 cylinders and 484 cc. We prohibit all local law. Persons may only use (discharge) other motorized vehicles. We prohibit marsh firearms in accordance with refuge regula- buggies, ATVs, and personal watercraft (see tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific § 27.31(f) of this chapter). refuge regulations in part 32). 6. On inland waters of the refuge open to B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] motorized boats, we restrict the use of boats C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] powered by air-cooled or radiator-cooled en- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on gines to those powered by a single engine of designated areas of the refuge in accordance 25 hp or less and utilizing a propeller 9 inches with State regulations subject to the fol- (22.5 cm) in diameter or less. lowing conditions: 7. On inland waters of the refuge open to 1. We allow fishing only on the refuge por- motorized boats, we restrict the operation of tions of Cow Trap Lakes, Cedar Lakes, and motorized boats to lakes, ponds, ditches, and along Cedar Lake Creek. other waterways. We prohibit the operation 2. We allow access for shore fishing at or motorized boats on or through emergent Cedar Lake Creek Public Fishing Area; we wetland vegetation.

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8. Hunters age 17 or under must be under and other personal equipment (see §§ 27.93 the direct supervision of an adult age 18 or and 27.94 of this chapter) from the refuge older. each day. 9. We only allow shotguns for waterfowl 5. We limit motors to 10 hp or less. hunting. 6. We allow retrievers, but they must be 10. We only allow vehicle travel on des- under the immediate control of the hunter at ignated roads and in designated parking all times. areas (see § 27.31 of this chapter). We prohibit 7. Each youth hunter (age 17 and under) blocking access to any road or trail entering must remain within sight and normal voice or on the refuge (see § 27.31(h) of this chap- contact and under supervision of an adult ter). age 18 or older. 11. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. 8. Hunt parties must keep a minimum dis- We allow portable blinds or temporary nat- tance of 150 yards (135 m) between them. ural vegetation blinds. You must remove all B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting blinds from the refuge daily (see §§ 27.93 and for squirrel and rabbit on designated areas of 27.94 of this chapter). the refuge in accordance with State regula- 12. The minimum distance between hunt tions subject to the following conditions: parties is 200 yards (180 m). We prohibit 1. We require hunters to possess a refuge hunting from roads or levees. permit (signed brochure) and pay a fee for 13. Dogs accompanying hunters must be the hunt application. For information con- under the immediate control of handlers at cerning the hunts, contact the refuge office. all times (see § 26.21(b) of this chapter). The hunter must carry the nontransferable 14. You must remove all decoys, boats, spent shells, marsh chairs, and other equip- permit at all times while hunting. ment (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter) 2. We will offer a limited season upland from the refuge daily. We prohibit use of game squirrel and rabbit hunt. We require plastic flagging, reflectors, or reflective tape refuge permits and hunters must turn in the on the refuge. Upland/Small Game/Furbearer Report (FWS B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Form 3–2362) by the date specified on the per- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] mit. Failure to submit the report will render D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and crab- the hunter ineligible for the next year’s lim- bing on designated areas of the refuge in ac- ited upland game hunt. Drawings will be ei- cordance with State regulations subject to ther by lottery or on a first-come-first- the following conditions: served basis. We will describe hunt units in 1. We allow fishing and crabbing only with maps and written directions. pole and line, rod and reel, or handheld line. 3. We prohibit hunting along refuge roads. We prohibit the use of any method not ex- 4. All units are walk-in only. We prohibit pressly allowed in inland waters, including hunters using dogs, feeders, baiting, camp- trotlines, set lines, jug lines, limb lines, sites, fires, horses, bicycles, and all-terrain bows and arrows, gigs, spears, and crab traps. vehicles (except on designated units which 2. We allow cast netting for bait only by allow ATV use for hunters with disabilities). individuals along waterways in areas open to We provide access for hunters with disabil- the public and along public roads. ities. Please contact the refuge office for ad- 3. Conditions A6 and A7 apply. ditional information. 4. We prohibit fishing from or mooring to 5. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- water control structures. rying firearms on national wildlife refuges must comply with all provisions of State and TRINITY RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE local law. Persons may only use (discharge) A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow firearms in accordance with refuge regula- hunting of duck on designated areas of the tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter and specific refuge in accordance with State regulations refuge regulations in part 32). Units will subject to the following conditions: have a hunting type of weapon restriction 1. We only allow hunting on Champion (long gun, shotgun, or archery) due to safety Lake by drawing. concerns. 2. We require an application fee for partici- 6. Youth hunters age 12 through 17 must pants to enter the drawing. After the State hunt with a permitted adult age 18 or older announces hunting dates, we will issue a ref- and be within sight and normal voice contact uge permit to those drawn. The hunter must of the adult. possess and carry the permit at all times 7. For safety we require a minimum dis- when hunting. tance between hunt parties of 200 yards (180 3. We only allow hunting on Champion m). Hunters must visibly wear 400 square Lake Saturdays and Sundays during the inches (2,600 cm2) of hunter orange above the State duck season. Hunters may not enter waist and a hunter-orange hat or cap. the refuge until 5 a.m. and must be off the 8. We require hunters to park only in the hunt area by 12 p.m. (noon). assigned parking area at each hunt unit. 4. We only allow portable blinds. Hunters They may enter the refuge no earlier than must remove all blinds, decoys, shell casings, 4:30 a.m. We will allow hunting from 1⁄2 hour

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before legal sunrise to legal sunset only dur- March through the end of June. Check at ref- ing the days specified on the permit. uge headquarters for rookery locations. 9. Hunters may place no more than one [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 temporary stand on the refuge. Hunters may FR 29076, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6698, Feb. 11, place the stand during the scouting week be- 1994; 59 FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 62 FR 47382, fore the hunt begins and must remove it the Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46921, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR day the hunt ends. Hunters must remove all 30792, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56408, Sept. 18, 2000; flagging or markers the day the hunt ends. 66 FR 46361, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58950, Sept. We prohibit the use of paint for marking. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54457, Sept. 8, 2004; 69 FR Hunters must label blinds with the name of 55995, Sept. 17, 2004; 70 FR 54192, Sept. 13, the permit holder. We prohibit hunting or 2005; 73 FR 33197, June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45697, erection of blinds along refuge roads or main Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 3993, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR trails. 56086, Sept. 9, 2011; 76 FR 59304, Sept. 26, 2011; C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 77 FR 56062, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14842, Mar. white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated 17, 2014] areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the following condi- § 32.64 Utah. tions: The following refuge units have been 1. We will offer limited (shortened) seasons opened for hunting and/or fishing, and for big game hunting of deer and feral hog. are listed in alphabetical order with The limited hunts are during the archery, applicable refuge-specific regulations. general, and muzzleloader State seasons. We require refuge permits (signed refuge bro- BEAR RIVER MIGRATORY BIRD REFUGE chure) and Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3–2359). Hunters must turn in both A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow forms by the date specified on the permit. hunting of goose, duck, coot, and tundra Failure to submit the Harvest Report will swan on designated areas of the refuge in ac- render the hunter ineligible for the next cordance with State regulations subject to year’s limited big game hunt. Drawings are the following conditions: by lottery. We will describe hunt units in 1. We prohibit hunting or shooting within maps and provide written directions. 100 yards (90 m) of refuge roads, parking areas, and observation platforms. 2. Conditions B3 through B9 apply. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 3. We allow hunting during a designated 23- shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). day archery season. We require participants 3. We allow only portable blinds and blinds to pay an application fee to obtain a des- made from natural vegetation. We prohibit ignated number of permits. We issue a refuge the construction or use of permanent blinds permit to those individuals. and/or pits for blinds (see § 27.92 of this chap- 4. We allow muzzleloader hunting during ter). the designated State season. 4. You must remove boats, decoys, portable D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on most blinds, and other personal property from the refuge tracts in accordance with State regu- refuge at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and lations subject to the following conditions: 27.94 of this chapter). 1. We only allow fishing with pole and line, 5. We allow airboats only in Refuge Unit 9 rod and reel, or hand-held line. and Block C. 2. We prohibit the use of trotlines, setlines, 6. You may possess only 10 shells while bows and arrows, gigs, spears, fish traps, hunting on or within 50 feet (15 m) from the crab/crawfish traps or nets. center of Unit 1A or 2C dike. 3. We prohibit the harvesting of frog or 7. We prohibit hunters or dogs to enter turtle (see § 27.21 of this chapter). closed areas to retrieve downed birds. 4. We allow fishing from legal sunrise to 8. We prohibit the consumption or posses- legal sunset. sion of alcoholic beverages while hunting 5. We limit motors to a maximum of 10 hp. (see § 32.2(j)). We prohibit fishing or enter within 200 yards 9. We are closed for spring and extended (180 m) of an established bird rookery from season goose hunts. 10. You must possess a valid State permit to hunt swans on the refuge. 11. We prohibit all commercial guiding and outfitter activities on the refuge. 12. We prohibit entering the refuge hunting units prior to the opening day of waterfowl season. 13. We prohibit archery hunting on the refuge.

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14. You may enter the refuge 2 hours before structed out of materials other than vegeta- legal sunrise and must exit the refuge by 2 tion at the end of a hunt day. hours after legal sunset. 5. We allow use of small boats (15′ or less). 15. You may park only in designated areas. We do not allow gasoline motors and air 16. We allow only legally licensed vehicles boats. on the refuge. We prohibit use of unlicensed 6. You may enter the refuge 2 hours prior off-highway vehicles and all-terrain vehicles to sunrise and must exit the refuge by 11⁄2 on the refuge. hours after sunset. You may not leave de- 17. We prohibit fires, camping, and over- coys, boats, vehicles, and other personal night RV parking on the refuge. property on the refuge overnight. 18. You may discharge firearms only dur- 7. We have a Special Blind Area for use by ing legal hunting activities. We prohibit tar- the disabled. We prohibit trespass for any get shooting. reason by any individual not registered to 19. Persons possessing, transporting, or utilize that area. carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] uges must comply with all provisions of C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] State and local law. Persons may only use D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] (discharge) hunting firearms in accordance with refuge regulations (see § 27.42 of this OURAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE chapter and part 32). A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 20. You must abide by all terms and condi- hunting of duck, coot, and goose within tions in the refuge hunting brochure. Leota Bottom in accordance with State reg- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting ulations subject to the following conditions: of pheasants on designated areas of the ref- 1. We prohibit hunting within 100 yards (90 uge in accordance with State regulations m) of the Green River in Leota Bottom. subject to the following conditions: 2. We close the Green River within the ref- 1. We prohibit hunting or taking of pheas- uge boundaries to hunting. ants with a shotgun of any description capa- 3. You may only possess approved nontoxic ble of holding more than three shells, unless shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). it is plugged with a one-piece filler incapable 4. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. of removal without disassembling the gun, so 5. You may use portable blinds or blinds its total capacity does not exceed three constructed of natural dead vegetation (see shells. § 27.51 of this chapter). 2. Condition A2 applies. 6. You must remove all decoys, shell cas- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ings, portable and temporary blinds, and D. Sport Fishing. Fishermen may fish on other personal equipment (see §§ 27.93 and designated areas of the refuge subject to the 27.94 of this chapter) from the refuge at the following conditions: end of each day. 1. Fishermen may fish year-round in des- 7. We prohibit operation of a gas-powered ignated areas of the Refuge. boat or vehicle within Leota Bottom. 2. You may fish only in designated areas 8. We prohibit possession or consumption west of the Auto Tour Road access gate from of any alcoholic beverage while hunting (see legal sunrise to legal sunset. § 32.2(j)). 3. We prohibit fishing from refuge bridges 9. During hunting season the refuge is open and water control structures. from 11⁄2 hours before legal sunrise to 11⁄2 4. You must remove all fishing equipment, hours after legal sunset. We gate and lock personal property, and trash from the refuge the main entrance on the west side of the at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 Green River during closed hours. of this chapter). 10. Persons possessing, transporting, or carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- FISH SPRINGS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE uges must comply with all provisions of A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow State and local law. Persons may only use hunting of duck, coot, and goose on des- (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter with State regulations subject to the fol- and part 32). lowing conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 1. All hunters must register individually at of pheasant and turkey in accordance with the visitor information station before enter- State regulations subject to the following ing the open hunting area and prior to conditions: exiting the refuge. 1. We allow pheasant and turkey hunting 2. We do not allow hunters or dogs to enter within designated areas. closed areas to retrieve birds. 2. We prohibit hunting on the islands and 3. You may only possess firearms legally sandbars within the Green River. used to hunt waterfowl unless you case or 3. You may possess only approved nontoxic break them down. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). 4. You may construct nonpermanent 4. We allow turkey hunting for youth hunt- blinds. You must remove all blinds con- ers only during the youth-only and general

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turkey seasons. We are closed for all limited- are listed in alphabetical order with entry turkey hunts. applicable refuge-specific regulations. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of deer and elk in accordance with State regu- MISSISQUOI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lations subject to the following conditions: 1. We allow deer and elk hunting within A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow designated areas. hunting of goose, duck, brant, merganser, coot, woodcock, and snipe in accordance 2. We prohibit hunting on the islands and with State regulations subject to the fol- sandbars within the Green River. lowing conditions: 3. You may use portable tree stands and hunting blinds that do not require drilling or 1. Waterfowl—For the hunting of goose, nailing into a tree (see § 32.2(i)). You must re- brant, duck, merganser, and coot we divide move all tree stands and blinds no later than the refuge into six discrete waterfowl hunt- the last day of the hunting season for which ing units: the Delta Lakeshore Area, the you have a permit (see § 27.93 of this chap- Saxes Pothole/Creek and Shad Island Area, ter). the Junior Waterfowl Hunting Area (includ- 4. We allow any-legal-weapon elk hunting ing Long Marsh Bay, Patrick Marsh, and for youth, disabled, and depredation pool Charcoal Creek), the Long Marsh Channel hunters during State seasons subject to ref- and Metcalfe Island Area, and the Maquam uge regulations. Swamp Area. Conditions for each area are as 5. We allow archery elk hunting during the follows: general and the Uintah Basin extended arch- i. Delta Lakeshore Area includes lakeshore ery elk hunts during State seasons subject to areas from Shad Island to the south side of refuge regulations. Martindale Point but does not include Saxes 6. We are closed for the general any-legal- Pothole/Creek and Shad Island Pothole. weapon (rifle) and muzzleloader bull elk a. We prohibit blind staking, permanent hunts. blinds, or unattended decoys. 7. We allow any-legal-weapon elk hunting b. We prohibit jump shooting within 200 during limited late season antlerless elk yards (180 m) of a party hunting from a boat hunts starting on December 1 during State or blind. seasons subject to refuge regulations. c. We do not require a refuge permit to 8. We prohibit the use of bait or hunting hunt in this area. over bait (see § 32.2(i)). d. This area is available to youth water- 9. We prohibit the use of trail or game fowl hunters on Youth Waterfowl Hunting cameras. Weekend. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing e. We prohibit entering closed areas of the within and on the banks of the Green River refuge for any reason, except for the recov- (the southernmost portion of the Green ery of legally harvested animals, and in that River within the Refuge Boundary requires a case you may not carry a weapon (see Ute Tribe fishing permit) in accordance with § 27.42(a) of this chapter). State regulations subject to the following f. Unarmed hunters may scout open hunt- conditions: ing areas before a particular season opens 1. We prohibit fishing on or from the diked but in no case before September 1. We do not interior impoundments or canals. require a hunting permit for scouting. 2. You may only fish with the aid of a pole, ii. Maquam Shore Area encompasses a 30- hook, and line. We prohibit trot lines, bow acre area along the lakeshore of Maquam and arrows, spears, spear guns, cross bows, Bay and is bounded by private land on the and firearms. west and a Vermont wildlife management 3. You must release unharmed any of the area on the east. a. Conditions A1i(a–f) four endangered fish if caught (razorback apply. sucker, Colorado pike minnow, humpbacked iii. Saaxes Pothole/Creek and Shad Island chub, or bonytailed chub). Pothole encompasses Saxes Creek, Saxes Pothole, and Shad Island Pothole. This is a [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 controlled hunting area. We stake and make FR 6699, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62047, Dec. 4, available five zones (numbered 1–5) to five 1995; 61 FR 46398, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47383, hunting parties in Saxe’s Pothole, zone 6 is Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR staked and available to one hunting party in 30792, May 12, 2000; 67 FR 58950, Sept. 18, 2002; Shad Island Pothole. 69 FR 54362, 54462, Sept. 8, 2004; 73 FR 33199, June 11, 2008; 76 FR 3997, Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR a. A hunting party consists of the hunter 56088, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR 56063, Sept. 11, 2012; named on the permit and one guest hunter 79 FR 14842, Mar. 17, 2014] per zone per day. Nonhunters may accompany a hunting party. § 32.65 Vermont. b. Each hunting party must possess and carry a permit for the specific zone on the The following refuge units have been specific day they are hunting in this area. opened for hunting and/or fishing, and Permits are not transferable.

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c. You may obtain permits for the period ing area. We establish 11 blind sites for use from the opening day of duck hunting season by junior waterfowl hunters, blind sites 4–8 through the first Sunday of the duck hunting in Long Marsh Bay, blind sites C-F in Char- season, and for the second weekend of the coal Creek, and blind sites A-B in Patrick duck hunting season through application to Marsh. a preseason lottery. During the years when a. Junior waterfowl hunters (ages 12–15, in- the State elects to have a split season, you clusive, at the time of the hunt) following may also obtain your permits for the second successful completion of the annual training opening day through the following Sunday program (usually held the third or fourth through application to the preseason lottery. Saturday in August) vie for blind site assign- On all other hunt days, you must acquire ments during a lottery drawing at the con- permits through self-registration at the clusion of the training. The 11 blind sites are Mac’s Bend Landing no earlier than 2 hours available exclusively to these junior water- before legal shooting time on the day of the fowl hunters and their mentors the first 4 hunt. Saturdays and Sundays of the duck season. d. Hunters selected during the preseason b. As an incentive to the adult volunteers lottery must pay a $10 fee. The refuge must who serve as mentors to junior waterfowl receive the fee no earlier than 2 days before hunters, they will vie for blind site assign- the opening of the season or forfeit the per- ments during a lottery drawing at the con- mit, which we will then make available to clusion of the annual junior waterfowl hun- other hunters on a first-come, first-served ter training for the use of blind sites in the basis. The fee is paid for any permit assigned junior hunt area on the first Wednesday fol- before the day of the hunt. There is no fee lowing the second weekend of the season. for any permit obtained on the day of the This day is known as Mentor Day. We will hunt. collect no fee from mentors for this hunt e. On those days that we draw permits by day. We will make available blinds not as- preseason lottery, hunters must sign in at signed because of this lottery to other adult the Mac’s Bend Landing by 7 a.m. before hunters via a preseason lottery. going to the assigned zone. After 7 a.m. other c. Following the use of the blind sites in hunters may sign in, self-register, and use this area by junior hunters and junior hunter unoccupied zones. mentors, all blind sites are then available to f. At the end of each daily hunt, you must all adult hunters by permit awarded via a sign out and deposit a report of hunt success preseason lottery for the second Wednesday at the Mac’s Bend Landing. When you sign following the second weekend of the duck out, another party may sign in and use the season; and on weekends following the junior vacated zone. You must sign out of a zone at hunt by a first-come, first-served, self-reg- Mac’s Bend Landing prior to occupying a dif- istration, and permitting basis at the refuge ferent hunting site in any of the controlled headquarters. hunting areas. d. Hunters, including junior hunters, with g. You must hunt within 100 feet (30 m) of preregistered permits must sign in at refuge a numbered stake corresponding to your as- headquarters no later than 7 a.m. on the date signed zone. We prohibit jump shooting. of their scheduled hunt. After 7 a.m. other h. You must use a retrieving dog. hunters may sign in, self-register, and use i. You may only possess approved nontoxic unoccupied blind sites. Only junior hunters shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or may hunt on the first 4 Saturdays and Sun- less per day. days of the season. j. This area is open on a first-come, first- e. Each junior hunter must possess and served basis to youth waterfowl hunters dur- carry a free permit for the assigned blind ing the annual 2-day special Youth Water- site and day. On Mentor Day, mentors must fowl Hunting Weekend conducted in late also possess and carry this free permit for September. We will hold no preseason draw- the assigned blind site. Each adult hunting ing and assess no fee, however, youth hunt- party must possess and carry a permit for ers must self-register and submit a report of the blind site and day they are hunting. Per- their hunt. mits are not transferable. k. We prohibit entering closed areas of the f. The mentor must accompany the junior refuge for any reason, except for the recov- hunter who completed the training program ery of legally harvested animals, and in that with him or her. We include the mentor on case we prohibit carrying a weapon (see the permit assigned to the junior hunter. A § 27.42(a) of this chapter). mentor may simultaneously oversee up to l. Unarmed hunters may scout open hunt- two junior hunters at one blind site. ing areas before a particular season opens g. Each adult hunter, except mentors on but in no case before September 1. We do not Mentor Day, must pay $10 for each permit require a hunting permit for scouting. issued because of the preseason lottery. Per- iv. Junior Waterfowl Hunting Area encom- mits acquired by self-registration are free. passes Long Marsh Bay, Patrick Marsh and h. Only junior hunters may discharge a that portion of Charcoal Creek south of firearm in this area during the junior hunt Vermont Route 78. This is a controlled hunt- periods.

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i. We allow and recommend hunting from c. Hunters selected during the preseason portable blinds and boat blinds constructed lottery must pay a $10 fee. The refuge must and place by the refuge for the junior water- receive the fee no less than 2 days before the fowl hunting program at some of the blind opening of the season or the permit will be sites. Junior hunters, with the approval of forfeited and made available first to standby the refuge manager, may construct sta- hunters identified at the time of the draw- tionary blinds and leave them in place for ing, and second to other hunters on a first- the duration of the season. Otherwise, we come, first-served basis. The fee is paid for prohibit permanent blinds. any permit assigned before the day of the j. All hunting must take place within 100 hunt. There is no fee for any permit obtained feet (30 m) of the stake marking the blind on the day of the hunt. area. We prohibit jump shooting. d. On those days that we draw permits by k. This area is available to refuge-trained preseason lottery, hunters must sign in at junior waterfowl hunters during the Youth the Mac’s Bend Landing by 7 a.m. before Waterfowl Hunting Weekend in late Sep- going to the assigned zone. After 7 a.m., tember. other hunters may sign in, self-register, and l. Shooting hours are from legal opening use unoccupied zones. time until 11 a.m. e. Shooting hours will be from 1⁄2 hour be- m. Hunters must deposit the Hunt Success fore legal sunrise until 11 a.m. Report portion of their permit at refuge f. At the end of each daily hunt, you must headquarters at the end of the hunt. sign out and deposit a report of hunt success n. A small flat-bottom boat, car-top boat, at the Mac’s Bend Landing. When a party or canoe is necessary for access to Charcoal signs out, another party may sign in and use Creek and Patrick Marsh blind sites. Access the vacated zone. Hunters must sign out of a is available at the Charcoal Creek crossing zone at Mac’s Bend Landing prior to occu- on Vermont Route 78 or from a pulloff on pying a different hunting site in any of the Route 78 about 3⁄4 of a mile (1.2 km) east of controlled hunting areas. the Charcoal Creek access. g. You must hunt within 100 feet (30 m) of o. You may only possess approved nontoxic a numbered stake corresponding to your as- shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or signed zone. less per day. p. A hunting party consists of the hunter h. You must use a retrieving dog. named on the permit and one guest hunter i. You may only possess approved nontoxic per blind site per day. Junior hunters may shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) in quantities of 25 or not invite a guest hunter unless it another less per day. refuge-trained junior hunter. Nonhunters j. We prohibit permanent blinds. may accompany a hunting party. k. We prohibit jump shooting. q. You must use at least six decoys. l. You must use at least six decoys. r. We prohibit entry to closed areas of the m. You must use a boat to hunt at each of refuge for any reason, except for the recov- these blind sites. ery of legally harvested animals, and in that n. This area is open on a first-come, first- case you may not carry a weapon (see served basis to youth waterfowl hunters dur- § 27.42(a) of this chapter). ing the annual 2-day special Youth Water- s. Unarmed hunters may scout open hunt- fowl Hunting Weekend conducted in late ing areas before a particular season opens September. We will hold no preseason draw- but in no case before September 1. We do not ing and assess no fee, however, youth hunt- require a hunting permit for scouting. ers must self-register and submit a report of v. Long Marsh Channel and Metcalfe Island their hunt. encompasses the Metcalfe Island Pothole and o. We will close this area to waterfowl Long Marsh Channel. This is a controlled hunting during split seasons when goose are hunting area. We established three blind the only waterfowl that hunters may legally sites, designated 1–3, in Long Marsh Channel. take. We established three blind sites, designated p. We prohibit entry to closed areas of the 8–10, on Metcalfe Island. refuge for any reason, except for the recov- a. We will limit hunting to Tuesdays, ery of legally harvested animals, and in that Thursdays, and Saturdays throughout the case you may not carry a weapon (see § 27.42 waterfowl hunting season for duck. of this chapter). b. You may obtain permits for the first 5 q. Unarmed hunters may scout open hunt- days of the duck season through application ing areas before a particular season opens to a preseason lottery. The procedure de- but in no case before September 1. We do not scribed in the Saxes Pothole/Creek and Shad require a hunting permit for scouting. Island controlled hunt area apply. Following vi. Marquam Swamp Area encompasses the first 5 days, hunters may acquire permits about 200 acres (80 ha) west of the Central on a first-come, first-served basis with self- Vermont Railroad and south of Coleman’s service permitting and sign in at the Mac’s inholding and is open to migratory bird Bend Landing, no more than 2 hours before hunting with the following special require- legal shooting time. ments:

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a. Conditions A1ia and A1ic through A1 if regulations subject to the following condi- apply. tions; b. You must use a retrieving dog. 1. We prohibit hunting of bear, moose, or c. We prohibit hunting within the area en- turkey. compassing the headquarters nature trail. 2. You must obtain a permit at refuge We identify this area with ‘‘No Hunting headquarters prior to hunting, and you must Zone’’ signs. hold a valid State hunting license. We will 2. Other migratory birds (including collect a $10 fee for each permit issued. The woodcock and common snipe): permit applies for the calendar year of issue. i. The open area consists of the Delta Permits issued to youth hunters (licensed Lakeshore Waterfowl Hunting Area exclud- hunters age 16 and under) for the Youth Deer ing the Saxe’s Creek/Pothole and Shad Island Hunting Weekend are free. Pothole controlled areas. 3. You may pursue deer during State-des- ii. You may hunt woodcock and snipe in ignated archery and regular firearms sea- the Maquam Swamp Area, but you must sons: east of the Missisquoi River and north have a retriever. of Goose Bay Pool (as indicated by public iii. We do not require a permit to hunt hunting area signs), on Shad Island, on all woodcock and snipe in these areas. refuge lands west of Tabor Road, and on all iv. Conditions A1ie and A1if apply. refuge lands between Tabor Road and the B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting Central Vermont Railroad bed to the east, of cottontail rabbits, snowshoe hare, ruffed except the marked safety zone encompassing grouse, and gray squirrels on open areas of the headquarters nature trail and the land the refuge (designated in B2 below) in ac- east of Charcoal Creek and north of the cordance with State regulations subject to marked boundary near Coleman’s inholding. the following conditions: 1. You must obtain a permit at refuge 4. We only allow shotguns, muzzleloaders, headquarters prior to hunting, and you must or archery equipment on open areas east and hold a valid State hunting license. We will north of Vermont Route 78. We prohibit ri- collect a $10 fee for each permit issued. The fles in these areas at any time. permit applies for the calendar year of issue. 5. During the State-designated muzzle- 2. You may pursue upland game: east of the loader season and Youth Deer Hunting Week- Missisquoi River and north of Goose Bay end, you may hunt the entire area north of Pool (as indicated by public hunting area the line of public hunting area signs west of signs), on Shad Island, on all refuge lands Mudgett Island, and all of Metcalfe Island, in west of Tabor Road, and on all refuge lands addition to the open areas described in C3 between Tabor Road and the Central above. Vermont Railroad bed to the east, except the 6. During the State regular firearms sea- marked area encompassing the headquarters son, Youth Deer Hunting Weekend, and muz- nature trail and the land east of Charcoal zleloader big game season, you must wear in Creek and north of the marked boundary a visible manner on head, chest, and back a 2 near Coleman’s inholding. We mark the minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm ) of headquarters trail area with ‘‘No Hunting solid-colored, hunter-orange clothing or ma- Zone’’ signs. terial. 3. We only allow shotguns or muzzleloaders 7. You may use portable tree stands in ac- on open areas east of the Missisquoi River cordance with State regulations guiding and on Shad Island. their use on State Wildlife Management 4. You must use approved nontoxic shot Areas. We require written approval from the (see § 32.2(k)) for the shotgun hunting of all refuge manager on your big game hunting upland game species except deer. permit prior to leaving a stand or blind unat- 5. We prohibit hunting from the end of tended. We prohibit permanent stands and snowshoe hare and rabbit season through blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter). September 1. 8. Conditions B6, B7, and B8 apply. 6. We require you to submit an annual re- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on areas port of the results of your hunt by December described below in accordance with State 31. Failure to do so will result in denial of a regulations subject to the following condi- permit the following year. tions: 7. We prohibit entry into closed areas of 1. We allow sport fishing by boat in the the refuge for any reason, except for the re- west branch, east branch and main channel covery of legally harvested animals, and in of the Missisquoi River, Dead Creek, and that case you may not carry a weapon (see shallow water areas of the Missisquoi River § 27.42(a) of this chapter). delta from Goose Bay to Charcoal Creek 8. Unarmed hunters may scout open hunt- (north of Vermont Route 78) with the fol- ing areas before a particular season opens lowing exceptions: but in no case before September 1. We do not i. We close the following areas from ice out require a hunting permit for scouting. to July 15—Goose Bay, Saxes Creek and Pot- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hole, Metcalfe Island Pothole, Long Marsh white-tailed deer in accordance with State Channel, and Clark Marsh.

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ii. We close the following areas from Labor SILVIO O. CONTE NATIONAL FISH AND Day to December 31—Long Marsh Bay and WILDLIFE REFUGE Long Marsh Channel. We allow 2. We allow bank fishing along Charcoal A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Creek where it passes under Route 78, and hunting of ducks, geese, crows, and Amer- along the shoreline of the Missisquoi River ican woodcock at the Nulhegan Basin Divi- from refuge headquarters to Mac’s Bend boat sion and Putney Mountain Unit in accord- launch. Bank fishing is accessible only by ance with State of Vermont regulations, sea- foot along the Missisquoi River from Louie’s sons, and bag limits subject to the following Landing to Mac’s Bend. conditions: 3. We prohibit fishing from any dike or 1. Shooting across, over, or within 10 feet from within any water management unit or of the traveled portion of any gravel road is any other area not specifically designated as prohibited in the interest of public safety being open under D1 and D2 above. (see §§ 25.71 of this chapter). 4. We allow ice fishing in open areas de- 2. You may only use portable blinds. scribed in D1 above. 3. We allow the use of retrieving, flushing, 5. We allow bow fishing from a boat on ref- pointing, and pursuit dogs; however, dogs uge waters that are open to fishing as de- must be under control as is reasonable and scribed in D1 above. customary for that activity, such as voice 6. We prohibit taking fish with firearms command or remote telemetry (see § 26.21(b) within refuge boundaries. of this chapter). 7. We allow boat launching from Louie’s 4. We prohibit the use of all-terrain and Landing year-round. We allow boat launch- off-highway vehicles (ATVs and OHVs). ing from Mac’s Bend boat launch area from 5. You must remove all blinds, decoys, September through November inclusive. shell casings, and other personal equipment 8. Anglers may collect minnows in accord- and refuse from the refuge at the end of each ance with State regulations from refuge open hunt day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- fishing areas for personal use. We prohibit ter). collection of more than 2 quarts (1.9 l) per day from the refuge. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, raccoon, bobcat, woodchuck, 9. We authorize commercial bait dealers to take and transport minnows in excess of 2 red squirrel, eastern gray squirrel, porcu- quarts (1.9 l) per day only after acquiring a pine, skunk, snowshoe hare, eastern cotton- refuge Special Use Permit that will contain tail, and ruffed grouse at the Nulhegan Basin the following special conditions: Division and Putney Mountain Unit in ac- i. We require a $35 fee for the Special Use cordance with State of Vermont regulations, Permit. seasons, and bag limits subject to the fol- ii. The permittee must possess and carry a lowing conditions: Commercial Bait Dealer’s Permit from the 1. Conditions A1 through A4 apply. Vermont Commissioner of Fish. 2. To monitor and mitigate potential dis- iii. Excessive fish mortality and waste, as turbances to wildlife and neighboring land- determined by the refuge manager, will re- owners, raccoon hunters hunting at night sult in revocation of the Special Use Permit with dogs will require a special use permit and denial of future permit applications. (FWS Form 1383–G) issued by the refuge iv. The permittee must remove all traps manager. and holding cages (see § 27.93 of this chapter) C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of within 1 week of permanent freeze up. white-tailed deer, moose, black bear, and v. The Special Use Permit must be in the wild turkey at the Nulhegan Basin Division possession of the permittee or an employee and Putney Mountain Unit in accordance of the permitee on site while on the refuge with State of Vermont regulations, seasons, and is not transferable to another individual and bag limits subject to the following con- or party. ditions: vi. The Special Use Permit does not grant 1. Conditions A1 through A4 apply. or imply permission to obstruct any refuge 2. We allow only temporary tree stands and road, parking area, boat launch, or waterway you must remove them (see § 27.93 of this at any time. chapter) by the end of the final deer season. vii. The permittee must keep all equip- Your name and address must be clearly visi- ment used clean so as not to introduce ble on the tree stand. We prohibit nails, aquatic nuisance species. The permittee must not clean or empty tanks and other screws, or screw-in climbing pegs to build or equipment used into refuge waters. access a stand (see § 32.2(i)). viii. Failure to comply with conditions of 3. Moose may be retrieved at the Nulhegan the Special Use Permit will result in its rev- Basin Division by a commercial moose haul- ocation and the denial of future permit ap- er, subject to a special use permit (FWS plications. Form 1383–C) issued by the refuge manager.

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D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 11. Hunting Zone 5 is for use by nonambulatory hunters. A nonambulatory hun- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 ter is someone who can provide medical doc- FR 29077, May 18, 1993; 60 FR 62047, Dec. 4, umentation from a doctor that he or she is 1995; 61 FR 46399, Sept. 3, 1996; 65 FR 30792, unable to walk. May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56409, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR 12. We allow scouting on designated days 54362, 54462, Sept. 8, 2004; 79 FR 14842, Mar. 17, prior to the start of each refuge hunt period. 2014] Hunters may enter the hunt zones on foot, § 32.66 Virginia. on bicycle, or through transportation provided by the refuge only. Scouts must wear The following refuge units have been 400 square inches (2,600 square centimeters) opened for hunting and/or fishing, and of visible blaze orange. are listed in alphabetical order with 13. Hunters may go to Hunt Zone 1 (Long applicable refuge-specific regulations. Island) only by hand-launched watercraft (canoe, punt, rowboat, and similar BACK BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE watercraft) from the canoe launch at refuge headquarters. Your boat must meet Coast A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] Guard safety requirements. We prohibit use B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] of trailers. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hogs on des- 14. We prohibit hunting or discharging of ignated areas of the refuge in accordance firearms within designated Safety Zones. We with State regulations subject to the fol- prohibit retrieval of wounded game from a lowing conditions: ‘‘No Hunting Area’’ or ‘‘Safety Zone’’ with- 1. Hunt regulations, hunting application out the consent of the refuge employee on procedures, seasons, methods of hunting, duty at the check station. maps depicting areas open to hunting, and 15. We prohibit use of tree stands. the terms and conditions under which we 16. We prohibit use of the ‘‘Hacking issue hunting permits are available on the Tower’’ in Hunt Zone 4. refuge’s Web site. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing, non- 2. Hunters must present their Hunter Safe- commercial crabbing, and clamming on des- ty Education Certification and required li- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance censes at check-in. with State regulations subject to the fol- 3. Hunters must register on each hunt day. lowing conditions: We will issue a Special Use Hunting Permit, 1. We close all areas within the hunting which hunters must sign and carry on their zones, as well as the oceanfront, to fishing, person while hunting. crabbing, and clamming during the annual 4. The hunt lottery system (run through a refuge white-tailed deer and feral hog hunt. contractor) may be accessed through Back 2. You must attend all fishing lines and Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Virginia De- crab pots at all times. partment of Conservation & Recreation, and 3. We prohibit on-site cleaning of fish. The Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries 4. We prohibit the taking of amphibian, website. Selected hunters will receive a reptile, marine mammal, aquatic inverte- ‘‘Successful Hunter Selection Packet’’ from brate, or any other marine organism from the contractor by mail. refuge lands or waters. 5. All selected and standby applicants must 5. Anglers may access the refuge for sport enter the refuge between 4 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. fishing, crabbing, and clamming from the on each hunt day. We may issue standby refuge headquarters parking lot only by foot, hunters permits (name only) to fill vacant bicycle, and nontrailered boats. slots by lottery. Hunting hours will comply 6. You may surf fish, crab, and clam south with State laws. of the refuge’s beach access ramp. We allow 6. Hunters must sign in and out on each night surf fishing by Special Use Permit hunt day. (FWS Form 3–1383) in this area in accordance 7. We prohibit use of dogs. with dates and times designated on the per- 8. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- mit. erages (see §32.2(j)). 7. For sportfishing in D Pool and at Horn 9. You must be at least age 16 to hunt with- Point: out an accompanying, qualified adult. i. We only allow fishing from the docks or Youths between ages 12 and 15 may hunt banks. We prohibit boats, canoes, or kayaks only when accompanied by a licensed hunter on refuge pools and impoundments. who is age 18 or older. We prohibit persons ii. We prohibit live minnows or other live under age 12 from hunting on the refuge. bait fish for fishing in refuge pools and im- 10. Each hunter must visibly wear a min- poundments. imum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of iii. We require barbless or flattened hooks solid-colored, blaze-orange material on his or for all fishing. her head, chest, and back. This is the equiva- iv. You must catch and release all fresh- lent of a hat and vest for each hunter. water game fish. The daily creel limit for D

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Pool for other species is a maximum com- vising adult must also possess and carry a bination of any 10 nongame fish. State hunting license and refuge permit. v. Parking for nonambulatory visitors is iii. You must attend a hunt orientation. available adjacent to the dock at D Pool. All We conduct orientations beginning at 10 a.m. other visitors must hike in or bicycle in. Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the hunt season. We allow scouting from 11 a.m. CHINCOTEAGUE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE to 6 p.m. following each orientation. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow iv. You must sign in at the hunter registra- hunting of migratory duck, goose, swan, tion station prior to entering your hunt zone coot, and rail on Thursdays, Fridays, and and sign out upon exiting your hunt zone. Saturdays during the State seasons on des- All hunters must sign out no later than 2 ignated areas of the refuge within Wildcat hours after the end of the hunt day. Marsh, Morris Island, Assawoman Island, v. You must check all harvested animals at and Metompkin Island Divisions in accord- the refuge’s official check station. ance with State regulations subject to the vi. You must make a reasonable effort to following conditions: recover wounded animals from the field and 1. You must obtain a Migratory Bird Hunt- must notify the check station personnel im- ing Application (FWS Form 3–2357). Hunting mediately if you are not able to recover a brochures containing hunting application wounded animal. procedures, seasons, bag limits, methods of vii. We prohibit crossing water manage- hunting, maps depicting areas open to hunt- ment areas unless you are retrieving a har- ing, and the terms and conditions under vested animal. which we issue hunting permits are available viii. We prohibit the use of a boat, all-ter- at the refuge administration office and on rain vehicle (see § 27.31(f) of this chapter), bi- the refuge’s Web site. cycle, or saddled animal within your hunt 2. Each youth hunter (under age 18) must zone. remain within sight and normal voice con- ix. We allow the use of a portable tree tact and under direct supervision of an adult stand. age 18 or older. The supervising adult must 2. Archery hunt information: also possess and carry a State hunting li- i. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer cense and a refuge permit. and sika with bow and arrow in designated 3. You may only access hunting areas by areas of the refuge. boat. ii. You may not nock an arrow within 50 4. You may only possess approved nontoxic feet (15 m) of the centerline of any road. shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting duck, goose, iii. During the sika archery season, you swan, coot, and rail. 5. You may erect portable blinds and de- may take up to five sika daily, of which two ploy decoys; however, during the regular may be antlered. In addition, you may take duck season, you must remove the blinds and white-tailed deer in accordance with State decoys daily (see § 27.93 of this chapter). regulations. 6. You may use trained dogs to assist in iv. We prohibit deer drives. the retrieval of harvested birds. v. We reserve Zone 2 for hunters confined 7. You must complete and return a Migra- to wheelchairs. Hunters confined to wheel- tory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361), chairs must remain on the paved trail or available at the refuge administration office overlook platform on Woodland Trail. Hunt- or on the refuge’s Web site, within 15 days of ers confined to wheelchairs who require as- the close of the season. sistance retrieving or dressing harvested ani- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] mals must have a nonhunting assistant C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of available. white-tailed deer and sika in designated 3. Firearm hunt information: areas of the refuge in accordance with State i. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer regulations subject to the following condi- and sika with firearms in designated areas of tions: the refuge. 1. General hunt information: ii. You must wear a minimum of 400 square i. You must apply for this hunt by filling inches (2,600 cm2) of visible blaze-orange ma- out a Big/Upland Game Hunt Application terial consisting of a vest and hat or a jacket (FWS Form 3–2356). Hunting brochures con- and hat. taining hunting application procedures, sea- iii. When hunting, you may use any fire- sons, bag limits, methods of hunting, maps arm allowed by State law in designated areas depicting areas open to hunting, and the of the refuge. terms and conditions under which we issue iv. We prohibit the discharge of a firearm hunting permits are available at the refuge within 50 feet (15m) of the centerline of any administration office and on the refuge’s road. Web site. v. During the sika firearm season, you may ii. You must be age 12 or older to hunt on take up to five sika daily, two of which may the refuge. An adult age 18 or older must ac- be antlered. In addition, during designated company hunters under age 18. The super- white-tailed deer hunt periods, you may take

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white-tailed deer in accordance with State chapter. You must use safety straps while in regulations. tree stands and remove the stand at the end vi. You must have a 4-wheel drive vehicle of the day. to hunt on Tom’s Cove Hook. All over-sand 6. You must check all harvested animals at vehicles must carry a shovel, jack, tow rope the refuge’s official check station. or chain, board or similar support for the 7. We prohibit deer drives. We define a jack, and a low- pressure tire gauge. ‘‘drive’’ as three or more persons involved in vii. We reserve zone 2 for hunters confined the act of chasing, pursuing, disturbing, or to wheelchairs. Those hunters must remain otherwise directing deer so as to make the on the paved trail or overlook platform on animal more susceptible to harvest. Woodland Trial. They may use any firearm 8. We prohibit nocked arrows or loaded allowed by State law while hunting from the firearms outside of the designated hunting overlook platform. We restrict other areas of areas. the zone to shotgun and muzzleloading fire- 9. We only allow shotguns, 20 gauge or larg- arms only. Hunters confined to wheelchairs er, loaded with buckshot during the firearm who require assistance retrieving and/or season. dressing harvested animals must have a non- 10. During the firearm hunt, you must wear hunting assistant available. in a visible manner on the head, chest, and D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing, back a minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 crabbing, and clamming from the shoreline cm 2) of solid-colored-blaze-orange clothing of the refuge in designated areas of Tom’s or material. Cove, Swan’s Cove, and the Atlantic Ocean 11. You must make a reasonable effort to in accordance with State regulations subject recover wounded animals from the field and to the following conditions: must notify the check station personnel im- 1. You may not enter any water manage- mediately if you are not able to recover a ment areas. wounded animal. 2. You must attend minnow traps, crab D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] traps, crab pots, and handlines at all times. 3. You must possess and carry a refuge per- GREAT DISMAL SWAMP NATIONAL WILDLIFE mit to surf fish after hours while fishing. REFUGE 4. You must possess and carry a refuge permit (name, address, phone number supplied A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] to refuge manager) to surf fish on B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] Assawoman Island between March 15 and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of September 1. white-tailed deer and bear on designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA NATIONAL regulations subject to the following condi- WILDLIFE REFUGE tions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] mit and compass. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery and 2. We allow shotguns, 20 gauge or larger, shotgun hunting of white-tailed deer on des- loaded with buckshot or rifled slugs, and ignated areas of the refuge in accordance bows and arrows, and crossbows. For the with State regulations subject to the fol- bear hunt in Virginia, we allow only shot- lowing conditions: guns, 20 gauge or larger, with slugs. 1. Hunting brochures containing permit ap- 3. We prohibit dogs. plication procedures, fees, seasons, bag lim- 4. You must wear 400 square inches (2,600 its, methods of hunting, maps depicting cm2) of solid-colored, hunter-orange clothing areas open to hunting, and the terms and or material in a visible manner during fire- conditions under which we issue hunting per- arms big game season. mits are available from the refuge adminis- 5. You must sign in and out each time you tration office. enter and leave the refuge. 2. You must possess and carry a refuge 6. We prohibit possession of loaded fire- hunt permit while hunting. arms (see § 27.42 of this chapter) (ammunition 3. You must be age 12 or older to hunt on in the chamber, magazine, or clip), or loaded the refuge. Hunters, ages 12 through 17, must bow on or within 50 feet (15 m) of a refuge be accompanied by and directly supervised road, including roads closed to vehicles. (within sight and normal voice contact) by 7. We require hunters to have their guns, an adult age 18 or older. The supervising bows and arrows, and crossbows dismantled adult must also be engaged in hunting and or cased when in a vehicle. possess and carry a State hunting license 8. We prohibit shooting from, onto, or and refuge permit. across refuge roads, including roads closed to 4. You must sign in before entering the vehicles. hunt zones and sign out upon leaving the 9. You must check-in all harvested bears at zone. the refuge official check station. 5. We allow portable tree stands in accord- 10. We prohibit baiting or hunting over ance with §§ 27.93, 27.94, and 32.2(i) of this bait (see § 32.2(h)).

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11. We prohibit possession of alcoholic bev- 9. We require hunters during firearms and erages (see § 32.2(j)). muzzleloader seasons to wear in a con- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- spicuous manner on head, chest, and back a ignated areas of the refuge in accordance minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of with State regulations subject to the fol- solid-colored- hunter-orange clothing or ma- lowing conditions: terial. 1. We only allow fishing in Lake Drum- 10. We require that hunters during firearms mond and in the Feeder Ditch on the east and muzzleloader seasons remain within 100 side of Lake Drummond during daylight feet (30 m) of their assigned stand while hours. hunting. 2. We prohibit bank fishing. 11. We require that hunters using a muzzle- 3. You must attend all fishing lines. loader must hunt from a stand elevated 10 4. We require permits for vehicular access feet (3 m) or more above the ground. to the boat ramp on Interior Ditch Road on 12. Persons possessing, transporting, or the west side of Lake Drummond. carrying firearms on national wildlife refuges must comply with all provisions of JAMES RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE State and local law. Persons may only use A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] uge regulation (see § 27.42 of this chapter and C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of specific refuge regulations in part 32). white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 13. We prohibit the discharge of firearms or refuge in accordance with State regulations archery equipment across or within State- subject to the following conditions: maintained or refuge roads, including roads 1. We require hunters to possess and carry closed to vehicles, as shown on refuge hunt a refuge hunting permit (contains date se- maps. lected to hunt and permit number), along 14. We prohibit the use of flagging to mark with their State hunting license while on trails or for any other purpose. refuge property. We require hunters to dis- 15. An adult age 21 or older, possessing and play a vehicle permit (contains date selected carrying a valid hunting license and refuge to hunt and permit number) provided by the hunting permit, must accompany and di- refuge on the dashboard of their vehicle rectly control youth hunters ages 12 to 17. while on the refuge so that the permit is We prohibit persons under age 12 to hunt on visible through the windshield. the refuge. 2. We require firearm hunters to complete 16. We prohibit the use or possession of al- and sign a Quota Deer Hunt Application cohol while hunting on the refuge (see (FWS Form 3–2354) and provide the applica- § 32.2(j)). tion and hunt fee to the hunt administrator 17. We require hunters to report accidents at the Refuge Hunter Check Station on the or injuries to the refuge office or sheriff’s of- morning of each hunt on a first-come-first- fice within 24 hours after the incident. Hunt- served basis. The hunt administrator will ers must report accidents resulting in seri- then provide the applicant a one-day refuge ous injury to the sheriff’s office imme- hunting permit. diately. 3. We require persons who wish to hunt 18. We require hunters to unload hunting during the refuge’s archery season to obtain bows, crossbows, muzzleloaders, and shot- a refuge hunting permit through a lottery guns while in or around vehicles or on refuge administered by the Virginia Department of roads (see § 27.42 of this chapter). We define Game and Inland Fisheries. We notify suc- unloaded as: arrows or bolts removed from cessful applicants by mail or email, and if we bow or crossbow, primer removed from muz- receive the hunting fee by the date identified zleloader or shotgun shell removed from in the mailing, we mail refuge hunting per- chamber of shotgun. mits to successful applicants. 19. We require hunters during archery-only 4. We allow archery, muzzleloader, and seasons to sign in and out at the Hunter shotgun hunting on designated days as indi- Sign-In/Sign-Out stations, and record deer cated on refuge hunting permits. harvest information on the Big Game Har- 5. We allow the take of two deer of either vest Report (FWS Form 3–2359). sex per day. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 6. We prohibit dogs. 7. We allow only portable tree stands that MACKAY ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunters must remove at the end of each hunt A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] damage to trees (see § 32.2(i)). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 8. We require hunters during archery-only deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- seasons to wear, in a visible manner, a min- cordance with State regulations subject to imum of 100 square inches (645 cm2) of solid- the following conditions: colored-hunter-orange clothing or material 1. Hunters must sign and carry a Refuge while moving to and from their stand and/or Deer Hunting Permit while hunting on the hunting location. refuge.

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2. We allow the use of shotguns, muzzle- 3. We send applicants an information pack- loading rifles/shotguns, and bows. We pro- et detailing specific dates, details, and re- hibit the use of all other rifles and pistols. quirements for the hunt, including, but not 3. We allow access to hunting areas from 5 limited to: hunt dates, hunt areas, bag re- a.m. until 8 p.m. strictions, weapon certification require- 4. We prohibit marking of trees or vegeta- ments and locations, orientation dates/ tion (see § 27.51 of this chapter) with blazes, times, scouting date(s), check station loca- flagging, or other marking devices. tion, and maps. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 4. Hunters must certify/qualify weapons ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- and ammunition and attend an orientation lowing conditions: session or take the orientation session on- 1. We allow fishing only from sunrise to line prior to issuance of a permit (see appli- sunset from March 15 through October 15. cation form referenced above). Please con- 2. You must attend all fishing lines. tact the refuge for the online orientation 3. We do not allow airboats. web address. MASON NECK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 5. Hunters must wear a minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm 2) of visible solid hun- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ter-orange clothing and a hunter-orange hat. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 6. We may close areas of the refuge to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunting. We will identify these areas on the deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- maps in the information packet and review cordance with State and County regulations them during orientation. subject to the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. You must possess and carry a refuge permit. PLUM TREE ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE 2. We select hunters by lottery using the REFUGE Quota Deer Hunt Application (FWS Form 3– 2354). Contact the refuge office for informa- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tion on application dates. hunting of migratory waterfowl, gallinule, 3. We send applicants an information pack- and coot on designated areas of the refuge in et detailing specific dates, details, and re- accordance with State regulations subject to quirements for the hunt, including, but not the following conditions: limited to: hunt dates, hunt areas, bag re- 1. We require hunters to possess and carry strictions, weapon certification require- a refuge hunting permit (see condition A2 ments and locations, orientation dates/ below) along with their State hunting li- times, scouting date(s), check station loca- cense and stamps, while hunting migratory tion, and maps. game birds on the refuge. We open the Cow 4. Hunters must certify/qualify weapons Island unit of the refuge only to migratory and ammunition and attend an orientation game bird hunting. We close all other areas session or take the orientation session on- of the refuge to all public entry. line prior to issuance of a permit (see appli- 2. We require migratory game bird hunters cation form referenced above). Please con- to obtain a permit through a lottery admin- tact the refuge for the online orientation istered by the Virginia Department of Game Web address. and Inland Fisheries. We mail permits to 5. Hunters must wear a minimum of 400 successful applicants. square inches (2,600 cm 2) of visible solid hun- 3. We prohibit jump-shooting by foot or ter-orange clothing and a hunter-orange hat. boat. All hunting must take place from a 6. We may close areas of the refuge to blind as determined by the hunting permit. hunting. We will identify these areas on the maps in the information packet and review 4. We allow only one boat or hunting party them during orientation. at each of the hunting locations. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 5. An adult age 21 or older, possessing and carrying a valid hunting license and refuge OCCOQUAN BAY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting permit, must accompany and directly control youth hunters ages 12 to 17. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] We prohibit persons younger than age 12 to B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] hunt on the refuge. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 6. Persons possessing, transporting, or car- cordance with State and County regulations rying firearms on national wildlife refuges subject to the following conditions: must comply with all provisions of State and 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- local law. Persons may only use (discharge) mit. firearms in accordance with refuge regula- 2. We select hunters by lottery using the tions (see § 27.42 of this chapter). Quota Deer Hunt Application (FWS Form 3– B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 2354). Contact the refuge office for informa- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] tion on application dates. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved]

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PRESQUILE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 14. We require hunters to dock their boats at designated locations on the refuge. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 15. We require hunters to report accidents B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] or injuries to the refuge office or sheriff’s of- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of fice within 24 hours after the incident. Hunt- white-tailed deer on designated areas of the ers must report hunting accidents resulting refuge in accordance with State regulations in serious injury to the sheriff’s office imme- subject to the following conditions: diately. 1. We require big game hunters to obtain a 16. We require hunters to unload hunting permit through a lottery administered by bows, crossbows, muzzleloaders, and shot- the Virginia Department of Game and Inland guns while in or around vehicles or on refuge Fisheries. We require a fee to obtain a refuge roads (see § 27.42 of this chapter). We define hunting permit. We will notify successful ap- unloaded as: arrows or bolts removed from plicants by mail or email, and if we receive bow or crossbow, primer removed from muz- the hunting fee by the date identified in the zleloader, or shotgun shell removed from mailing, we will mail refuge hunting permits chamber of shotgun. to successful applicants. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 2. We require hunters to possess a refuge hunting permit (contains date selected to RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER VALLEY NATIONAL hunt and permit number), along with their WILDLIFE REFUGE State hunting license, while on refuge prop- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] erty. B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 3. We require stand hunting only. Stand C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of hunting means the use of portable hunting white-tailed deer on designated areas of the blinds, portable tree stands, or stationary refuge in accordance with State regulations ground hunting. We prohibit the use of nails, subject to the following conditions: screws, bolts, or screw-in steps. We prohibit 1. We require big game hunters to obtain a damage to trees (see § 32.2(i)). Hunters must permit through a lottery administered by remove stands and blinds daily (see § 27.93 of the Virginia Department of Game and Inland this chapter). Fisheries. We require a fee to obtain a refuge 4. We prohibit the use of ‘‘man drives,’’ de- hunting permit (signed and dated sheet). We fined as individual or group efforts intended will notify successful applicants by mail or to ‘‘push’’ or ‘‘jump’’ deer for the purposes of email, and if we receive the hunting fee by hunting. the date identified in the mailing, we will 5. We allow shotgun hunting on designated mail refuge hunting permits to successful days as indicated on refuge hunting permits, applicants. We offer walk-in registration to in the State hunting guide, and on the refuge fill hunting slots not filled during the lot- Web site, http://www.fws.gov/northeast/ tery process. presquile/. 2. We require hunters to possess a refuge 6. We allow the take of two deer of either hunting permit (contains date selected to sex per day. hunt and permit number), along with their 7. We prohibit dogs. State hunting license, while on refuge prop- 8. We prohibit the discharge of a weapon erty. We require hunters to display a vehicle within 300 feet (90 m) of any building. permit (contains date selected to hunt and 9. We require hunters to wear in a con- permit number) provided by the refuge on spicuous manner on head, chest, and back a the dashboard of their vehicle while on the minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of refuge so that the permit is visible through solid-colored, hunter-orange clothing or ma- the windshield. terial. 3. We require stand hunting only. Stand 10. We prohibit the use of flagging to mark hunting means the use of portable hunting trails or for any other purpose (see § 27.93 of blinds, portable tree stands, or stationary this chapter). ground hunting. We prohibit the use of nails, 11. Persons possessing, transporting, or screws, bolts, or screw-in steps. We prohibit carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- damage to trees (see § 32.2(i)). Hunters must uges must comply with all provisions of remove stands and blinds daily (see § 27.93 of State and local law. Persons may only use this chapter). We prohibit deer drives, still (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- hunting, and roaming. uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter). 4. We allow archery, muzzleloader, and 12. An adult age 21 or older, possessing and shotgun hunting on designated refuge tracts carrying a valid hunting license and refuge and days. hunting permit, must accompany and di- 5. We permit the take of two deer of either rectly control youth hunters ages 12 to 17. sex per day. We prohibit persons younger than age 12 to 6. We prohibit dogs. hunt on the refuge. 7. We require hunters during archery-only 13. We prohibit the use or possession of al- season to wear in a conspicuous manner a cohol while hunting on the refuge (see minimum of 100 square inches (650 cm2) of § 32.2(j)). solid-colored, hunter-orange material or

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clothing while moving to and from their glers may take other finfish species in ac- stand or hunting location. cordance with State regulations. 8. We require hunters during muzzleloader 6. We prohibit the take of any reptile, am- and firearms seasons to wear in a con- phibian, or invertebrate species for use as spicuous manner on head, chest, and back a bait or for any other purpose. minimum of 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of 7. We prohibit the use of minnows as bait. solid-colored, hunter-orange material or 8. We prohibit use of boats propelled by clothing. gasoline motors, sail, or mechanically oper- 9. We prohibit the use of flagging to mark ated paddle wheel. trails or for any other purpose (see § 27.93 of 9. Prescheduled environmental education this chapter). field trips will have priority over other uses, 10. We prohibit the use of vehicles except including sport fishing, on the Wilna Pond on designated refuge roads. and Hutchinson piers at all times. 11. Persons possessing, transporting, or WALLOPS ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE carrying firearms on the refuge must comply with all provisions of State and local law. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] Persons may only use (discharge) firearms in B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] accordance with refuge regulations (see C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of § 27.42 of this chapter). white-tailed deer in designated areas of the 12. An adult age 21 or older, possessing and refuge in accordance with State regulations carrying a valid hunting license and refuge subject to the following conditions: hunting permit, must accompany and di- 1. You must possess and carry a refuge per- rectly control youth hunters ages 12 to 17. mit. We issue permits based on a computer We prohibit persons younger than age 12 to lottery system. You may obtain permit ap- hunt on the refuge. plications from the refuge administration of- 13. We require hunters to report accidents fice during normal business hours. Hunting or injuries to the refuge office or sheriff’s of- brochures containing application procedures, fice within 24 hours after the incident. Hunt- seasons, and maps depicting areas open to ers must report accidents resulting in seri- hunting are available from the refuge admin- ous injury to the sheriff’s office imme- istration office. You must provide an unob- diately. structed view of the refuge permit on the ve- 14. We prohibit the use or possession of al- hicle’s dashboard while hunting on the ref- cohol while hunting on the refuge (see uge. § 32.2(j)). 2. You must be age 12 or older to hunt on 15. We prohibit the discharge of hunting the refuge. An adult age 18 or older must ac- firearms or archery equipment within 300 company and directly supervise hunters feet (90 m) of any building. We prohibit the under age 18. The supervising adult must discharge of hunting firearms or archery also possess and carry a State hunting li- equipment in or across a refuge road as cense and refuge permit. marked on the refuge hunt maps. 3. You must sign in at the hunter registra- 16. We require hunters to unload hunting tion station prior to entering your hunt zone bows, crossbows, muzzleloaders, and shot- and sign out upon exiting your hunt zone. guns while in or around vehicles or on refuge You must sign out no later than two hours roads (see § 27.42 of this chapter). We define after the end of the hunt day. unloaded as: arrows or bolts removed from 4. You must wear a minimum of 400 square bow or crossbow, primer removed from muz- inches (2,600 cm 2) of blaze-orange material zleloader, or shotgun shell removed from consisting of a vest and hat or a jacket and chamber of shotgun. hat. D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 5. You may use of portable tree stands. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 6. We prohibit dogs. with State regulations subject to the fol- 7. You must park your vehicle in des- lowing conditions: ignated areas (see § 27.31 of this chapter). 1. We allow fishing access daily from legal D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] sunrise to legal sunset. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 2. During the period when the refuge is FR 29077, May 18, 1993; 58 FR 29085, May 18, open for hunting, we will close hunting areas 1993; 59 FR 6686, Feb. 11, 1994; 60 FR 62048, to all other uses, including sport fishing. Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46399, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 3. We prohibit fishing by any means other 47383, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; than by use of one or more attended poles 65 FR 30792, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56409, Sept. with hook and line attached. 18, 2000; 67 FR 58951, Sept. 18, 2002; 68 FR 4. We prohibit the use of lead sinkers in 57318, Oct. 2, 2003; 69 FR 54362, 54465, Sept. 8, freshwater ponds, including Wilna Pond and 2004; 70 FR 54194, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33199, Laurel Grove Pond. June 11, 2008; 74 FR 45698, Sept. 3, 2009; 74 FR 5. We require catch-and-release fishing for 50737, Oct. 1, 2009; 76 FR 3997, Jan. 21, 2011; 77 largemouth bass in freshwater ponds, includ- FR 56064, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14842, Mar. 17, ing Wilna Pond and Laurel Grove Pond. An- 2014]

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§ 32.67 Washington. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). The following refuge units have been 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm opened for hunting and/or fishing, and within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained are listed in alphabetical order with building or Federal facility, such as, but not applicable refuge-specific regulations. limited to, a structure designed for storage, human occupancy, or shelter for animals. COLUMBIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- designated areas of the refuge in accordance coys and other equipment at the end of each with State regulations subject to the fol- day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). lowing conditions: B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 1. We prohibit overnight parking and/or C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of camping. deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic cordance with State regulations subject to shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). the following conditions: Conditions A1, A2, 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm and A3 apply. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained building or Federal facility, such as, but not DUNGENESS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE limited to, a structure designed for storage, human occupancy, or shelter for animals. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 4. We only allow portable blinds and tem- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may salt water coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this fish in designated areas of the refuge. chapter) at the end of each day. 5. We allow hunting only on Wednesdays, HANFORD REACH NATIONAL MONUMENT/SAD- Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays on DLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REF- Marsh Unit 1 and Farm Units 226–227. UGE B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow of upland game birds on designated areas of hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, and snipe the refuge in accordance with State regula- on designated areas of the Monument/Refuge tions subject to the following conditions: in accordance with State regulations subject 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A3 apply. to the following conditions: 2. We allow hunting from 12 p.m. (noon) to 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or legal sunset on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sun- parking. days, and Federal holidays in Marsh Unit 1. 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm cordance with State regulations subject to within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained the following conditions: building or Federal facility, such as, but not 1. Conditions A1, A2, and A3 apply. limited to, a structure designed for storage, 2. We allow hunting with shotgun, muzzle- human occupancy, or shelter for animals. loader, and archery only. 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- with State regulations subject to the fol- coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this lowing conditions: chapter) at the end of each day. 1. Condition A1 applies. 5. We allow only nonmotorized boats and 2. On waters open to fishing, we allow fish- boats with electric motors on the WB–10 ing only from April 1 to September 30, with Pond (Wahluke Lake) and with walk-in ac- the exception of Falcon, Heron, Goldeneye, cess only. Corral, Blythe, Chukar, and Scaup Lakes 6. We close all islands within the Columbia that are open year-round. River to all access. 3. We allow frogging during periods when B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting we allow fishing on designated waters. of pheasant, quail, grey partridge, and chukar partridge on designated areas of the CONBOY LAKE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Monument/Refuge in accordance with State A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow regulations subject to the following condi- hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on tions: Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A6 apply. designated areas of the refuge in accordance C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of with State regulations subject to the fol- deer and elk on designated areas of the lowing conditions: Monument/Refuge in accordance with State 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or regulations subject to the following condi- parking. tions:

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1. We allow sport hunting of deer and elk coys and boats, by 1 hour after legal sunset on designated areas of the Monument/Ref- (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). uge. 4. We prohibit hunting along refuge-owned i. Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A6 apply. shorelines of Hunting and Price Islands ii. We allow hunting with shotgun, muzzle- where it parallels Steamboat Slough. loader, and archery only. 5. We open the refuge for hunting access 2. We allow population control hunting of from 11⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 11⁄2 elk on the Rattlesnake Unit of the Monu- hour after legal sunset. ment/Refuge. 6. We prohibit dogs on the refuge, except i. Condition A1 applies, and we also pro- for hunting dogs engaged in authorized hunt- hibit smoking. ing activities, and under the immediate con- ii. We require elk population control hunt- trol of a licensed hunter (see § 26.21(b) of this ers to participate in a Service-directed, chapter). hunt-specific training session each year prior B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] to hunting and receive a Service-provided C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of permit (signed brochure) that hunters must elk on designated areas of the refuge in ac- carry at all times. cordance with State regulations subject to iii. We allow hunting with modern firearms the following conditions: only. 1. We conduct the refuge hunt by State iv. We allow authorized vehicles only on permit only. We require hunters to possess designated roads and only in designated and carry current Washington State elk li- parking areas. censes, valid for the refuge’s hunt unit. v. We prohibit the use of bicycles and 2. We allow a maximum of ten hunters to carts. use the refuge in any one day, with one hunt vi. We allow hunting Monday through Fri- period consisting of 5 consecutive days (Mon- day only. day through Friday only). 3. We allow a maximum of four hunt peri- vii. All hunt assistants must be under the ods per hunt season; two regular permit supervision of the permitted hunter at all hunts, and if required, two ‘‘as needed’’ per- times. mit hunts. viii. We allow foot access only beyond des- 4. We will use the State Second Elk Tag ignated roads and parking areas. As-Needed hunt program as necessary to ix. We prohibit retrieval of animals outside control elk numbers during months outside the hunt area without prior Service ap- the normal hunting season, except we pro- proval. hibit hunting during the period April x. All hunt assistants must check-in and through August. out and be under the supervision of the per- 5. The State will publish the hunting dates, mitted hunter at all times. number of permits to be issued, and other D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the regulations for the refuge hunt in the State’s Wahluke and Ringold Units in accordance Big Game hunting pamphlet. You may also with State regulations subject to the fol- obtain this information by contacting the lowing conditions: refuge headquarters. 1. Conditions A1, A5, and A6 apply. 6. We allow hunting of elk using muzzle- 2. We allow access from legal sunrise to loading firearms only. legal sunset, except that we allow access to 7. We require hunters to attend a refuge- the Wahluke Unit’s White Bluffs boat launch specific orientation session each year prior from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 to hunting on the refuge. hours after legal sunset for launch and re- 8. We allow hunting on Mondays through covery activities only. Fridays only. We close the refuge to hunting JULIA BUTLER HANSEN REFUGE FOR THE on weekends and Federal holidays. 9. We require hunters to sign in and out COLUMBIAN WHITE-TAILED DEER each day at the refuge headquarters. When A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow signing out for the day, you must report hunting of goose, duck, coot, and common hunting success, failure, and any hit-but-not snipe on the refuge-owned shorelines of retrieved animals on the Big Game Harvest Hunting and Price Islands in accordance Report (FWS Form 3–2359). with State regulations and subject to the fol- 10. No more than one unlicensed person lowing conditions: may assist each licensed hunter during the 1. You may possess only approved nontoxic hunt. shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). 11. Additional persons may assist hunters 2. You may not shoot or discharge any during elk retrieval only. hunting firearm from, across, or along a pub- 12. We prohibit hunters from operating mo- lic highway, designated route of travel, road, torized vehicles on the refuge. road shoulder, road embankment, or des- 13. Condition A2 applies. ignated parking area. D. Sport Fishing. Bank fishing is allowed 3. We prohibit permanent blinds. You must from the Mainland Unit shoreline adjoining remove all personal property, including de- the Elochoman and Columbia Rivers as well

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as Steamboat and Brooks Sloughs, in accord- 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- ance with State fishing regulations. Bank porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- fishing is allowed in the pond adjacent to the ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- diking district pumping station by Brooks coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this Slough. All other areas of the mainland unit chapter) at the end of each day. are closed to fishing. Bank fishing is allowed 5. On the McNary Fee Hunt Area (McNary along the shorelines of refuge islands in ac- Headquarters Unit), we allow hunting sub- cordance with State regulations. ject to the following conditions: i. The McNary Fee Hunt Area (McNary LITTLE PEND OREILLE NATIONAL WILDLIFE Headquarters Unit) is only open on Wednes- REFUGE days, Saturdays, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, and New Year’s Day. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow ii. We require hunters to possess and carry hunting of migratory game birds on des- a special refuge permit (name/address/phone ignated areas of the refuge in accordance number), pay a recreation user fee, and ob- with State regulations subject to the fol- tain a blind assignment before hunting. lowing conditions: iii. We allow hunting only from assigned 1. We prohibit waterfowl hunting on any blind sites and require hunters to remain creek or stream. within 100 feet (30 m) of marked posts unless 2. We allow hunting during approved State retrieving birds or setting decoys. hunting seasons occurring September iv. We prohibit the hunting of dove. through December and during the State v. Hunters may only possess up to 25 shot spring wild turkey season only. We prohibit shells per hunt day. hunting and discharge of firearms during all 6. On the Peninsula Unit, we allow hunting other periods. subject to the following conditions: On the 3. You may not shoot or discharge any fire- east shoreline of the Peninsula Unit, we arm from, across, or along a public highway, allow hunting only from established num- designated route of travel, road, road shoul- bered blind sites, assigned on a first-come, der, road embankment, or designated park- first-served basis, and we require hunters to ing area. remain within 100 feet (30 meters) of marked B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting posts unless retrieving birds or setting de- of upland game on designated areas of the coys. refuge in accordance with State regulations 7. We close Strawberry Island in the Snake subject to the following conditions: River to all access. 1. We prohibit use of dogs except for hunt- 8. We close Badger and Foundation Islands ing and retrieving upland game birds. in the Columbia River to all access. 2. Conditions A2 and A3 apply. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of of upland game birds on designated areas of big game on designated areas of the refuge in the refuge in accordance with State regula- accordance with State regulations subject to tions subject to the following conditions: the following conditions: 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, A7, and A8 apply. 1. We prohibit all use of dogs for hunting of 2. On the McNary Fee Hunt Area (McNary big game. Headquarters Unit), we allow hunting on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Thanks- 2. Conditions A2 and A3 apply. giving Day, and New Year’s Day. We prohibit 3. During the State spring turkey season, hunting before 12 p.m. (noon) on each hunt we prohibit hunting of all species except tur- day. key. 3. On the Peninsula Unit, we prohibit hunt- D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing on ing before 12 p.m. (noon) on goose hunt days. designated areas of the refuge in accordance C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of with State regulations. deer only on the Stateline, Juniper Canyon, and Wallula Units in accordance with State MCNARY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE regulations subject to the following condi- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tions. hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, and snipe 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, A7, and A8 apply. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- 2. On the Wallula Unit, we allow hunting ance with State regulations subject to the with shotgun and archery only. following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or ignated areas of the refuge in accordance parking. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic lowing conditions: Conditions A1, A7, and A8 shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). apply. 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm NISQUALLY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained building or Federal facility, such as, but not A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow limited to, a structure designed for storage, hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- human occupancy, or shelter for animals. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance

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with State regulations subject to the fol- 5. Prior to entering the hunt area, you lowing conditions: must pay a recreation user fee, obtain a 1. We allow hunters to possess and carry no blind assignment, and obtain a Migratory more than 25 approved nontoxic shells while Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form 3–2361). You hunting in the field (see §32.2(k)). must carry the Migratory Bird Hunt Report 2. Hunters may access the hunt areas by while hunting as proof of blind assignment boat only. The maximum speed limit is 5 and user fee payment. miles per hour for boats in all refuge waters. 6. We allow access to the refuge check sta- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] tion 2 hours before legal shooting time. We C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] require hunters to depart the refuge no later D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and than 1 hour after legal shooting time. shellfishing on designated areas of the refuge 7. We allow entry to the hunt area during in accordance with State regulations subject hunt days for the purpose of hunting only. to the following conditions: We prohibit entry to the hunt area for scout- 1. We allow fishing from boats outside the ing, sight-seeing, or other purposes. Brown Farm Dike and outside the Research 8. We allow hunting only from designated Natural Area. permanent blinds. We prohibit all hunting 2. We allow bank fishing in the designated outside the designated blinds, including McAllister Creek Bank Fishing Area from hunting from temporary blinds or jump legal sunrise to legal sunset. The 3/4-mile (1.2 shooting. 9. We allow a maximum of three persons km) area of bank fishing is located 1⁄2 mile (.8 km) downstream from I–5 and allowed only per hunting blind. along the east side of the creek. Anglers may 10. We prohibit additional hunters to join a reach this area either by foot from the ref- hunt party after the party has checked in. 11. You may possess only approved uge parking lot or by boat. nontoxic shotshells for hunting (see § 32.2(k)) 3. We prohibit bank fishing along the in quantities of 25 or fewer per day. Nisqually River. 12. Hunters must leash all dogs except 4. We prohibit fishing in any waters inside when hunting at the designated blind (see the Brown Farm Dike. §26.21(b) of this chapter). 5. We allow shellfishing on the tideflats. 13. Prior to switching blinds, you must Access is by boat or by foot from the Luhr first report to the refuge check station to ob- Beach Boat Launch. We prohibit tideflat ac- tain a new blind assignment. You must sub- cess from the Brown Farm Dike. mit an accurate Migratory Bird Hunt Report 6. We prohibit boat launching on the ref- (FWS Form 3–2361) for the blind being va- uge. cated, and obtain a new Migratory Bird Hunt RIDGEFIELD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Report for the new blind. 14. Prior to leaving the hunt area, you A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow must check out at the refuge check station, hunting of goose, duck, and coot on des- submit an accurate Migratory Bird Hunt Re- ignated areas of the refuge in accordance port (FWS Form 3–2361), and present all har- with State regulations subject to the fol- vested birds for inspection by check station lowing conditions: personnel. 1. We allow hunting by special refuge per- 15. We reserve Blind 1A for exclusive use by mit only. You must possess and carry the hunters with permanent disabilities who pos- special refuge permit at all times while sess a valid State Disabled Hunter Permit hunting. and who qualify under WAC 232-12-282. Blind 2. You may not shoot or discharge any fire- 1A may also be occupied by nonhunters who arm from, across, or along a public highway, are assisting the disabled hunters. designated route of travel, road, road shoul- 16. We allow vehicles only on designated der, road embankment, or designated park- routes of travel and require hunters to park ing area. in designated parking areas (see §27.31 of this 3. We limit hunting of dusky Canada goose chapter). We prohibit off-road vehicle travel, in accordance with State regulations and and all use of ATVs (see §27.31(f) of this chap- quotas. The State defines dusky Canada ter). goose as a dark breasted Canada goose, as de- 17. Persons possessing, transporting, or termined by a Munsell color chart 10 YR, 5 carrying firearms on national wildlife ref- or less, with a culmen (bill) length of 40 to 50 uges must comply with all provisions of millimeters (1.6 to 2 inches). We will close State and local law. Persons may only use the refuge goose season early if the dusky (discharge) firearms in accordance with ref- Canada goose harvest reaches the refuge uge regulations (see § 27.42 of this chapter quota assigned by the State. and specific refuge regulations in this part 4. We allow hunting on designated portions 32). of the River ‘‘S’’ Unit on Tuesdays, Thurs- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] days, and Saturdays, excluding Federal holi- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] days, during the regular State waterfowl D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing and hunting season. frogging on designated areas of the refuge in

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accordance with State regulations subject to 2. We allow hunting of upland game from 12 the following conditions: p.m. (noon) to legal sunset of each hunt day. 1. We allow fishing and frogging from 3. On the Halvorson and Webb Units, we March 1 through September 30 only. allow hunting only on Wednesdays, Satur- 2. We allow fishing and frogging from legal days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas sunrise to legal sunset only. Day, and New Year’s Day. 4. On the Robbins Road Unit, we allow TOPPENISH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE hunting only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Satur- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, and snipe Day, and New Year’s Day. on designated areas of the refuge in accord- C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] ance with State regulations subject to the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] following conditions: TURNBULL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or parking. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic hunting of duck, goose, and coot within 50 shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). yards (45 m) of hunting sites designated by 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearm the refuge manager on the north side of within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained Upper Turnbull Slough in accordance with building or Federal facility, such as, but not State regulations subject to the following limited to, a structure designed for storage, conditions: human occupancy, or shelter for animals. 1. We only allow waterfowl (duck, goose, 4. We allow only portable blinds and tem- coot) hunting during the State’s Youth Mi- porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- gratory Bird Hunt. ural materials. Hunters must remove all de- 2. We prohibit the use of motorized boats. coys and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this 3. We prohibit the construction or use of chapter) at the end of each day. permanent blinds, pit blinds, stands, or scaf- 5. We allow dove hunting only on the folds (see §27.93 of this chapter). Chloe, Webb, Petty, Halvorson, Chambers, 4. We only allow authorized vehicles on and Isiri Units. designated routes of travel and require hunt- 6. On the Pumphouse and Robbins Road ers to park in designated parking area (see Units, hunters may only possess up to 25 §27.31(h) of this chapter). We prohibit ATVs shot shells per hunt day. and ORVs. 7. On the Pumphouse, Petty, Isiri, Cham- 5. Hunters may possess and carry no more ber, and Chloe Units, we allow hunting 7 than 25 nontoxic shotshells per hunter per days a week subject to the following condi- day while in the field (see §32.2(k)). tion: We require hunting parties to space 6. We prohibit shooting or discharging any themselves a minimum of 200 yards (180 m) firearm from, across, or along a public high- apart. way, designated route of travel, road, road 8. On the Halvorson and Webb Units, we shoulder, road embankment, or designated allow hunting only on Wednesdays, Satur- parking area. days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas 7. We allow hunter access from 2 hours be- Day, and New Year’s Day. fore legal sunrise until 1 hour after legal 9. On the Robbins Road Unit, we allow sunset. hunting only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Satur- 8. Hunters must possess a nontransferable days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas refuge special access permit that names Day, and New Year’s Day. hunters, their hunt partners, and accom- 10. On the Robbins Road and Pumphouse panying adult. Units, we allow hunting only from numbered B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] field blind sites, and hunters must park their C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of vehicles only at the numbered post cor- elk on designated areas of the refuge in ac- responding to the numbered field blind site cordance with State regulations subject to they are using (see § 27.31 of this chapter). the following conditions: Selection of parking sites/numbered posts is 1. We conduct the refuge hunt by State on a first-come, first-served basis at the des- permit only. We require hunters to possess ignated parking lot. We prohibit free-roam and carry current Washington State elk li- hunting or jump shooting, and you must re- censes, valid for the refuge hunt unit, and a main within 100 feet (30 m) of the numbered refuge special access permit. field blind post unless retrieving birds or set- 2. We allow only authorized vehicles on ting decoys. We allow a maximum of four designated routes of travel and require hunt- persons per blind site. ers to park in designated parking areas (see B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting §27.31(h) of this chapter). We prohibit ATVs of upland game birds on designated areas of and ORVs. the refuge in accordance with State regula- 3. We allow hunter access from 2 hours be- tions subject to the following conditions: fore legal sunrise until 5 hours after legal 1. Conditions A1 through A3 apply. sunset. Hunters needing additional time for

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retrieval must notify refuge staff or a State C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of fish and wildlife officer. deer on designated areas of the refuge in ac- 4. We prohibit possession of a bow with the cordance with State regulations subject to arrow nocked within any safety zone or the following conditions: Closed Area. 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, and A9 apply. 5. Safety zones of 500 feet (150 m) are in ef- 2. We allow hunting by special permit only fect around existing structures. We prohibit (issued by the State). shooting from or into any safety zone or D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- Closed Area. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance 6. One person may assist hunters only dur- with State regulations subject to the fol- ing elk retrieval. We require this person to lowing conditions: remain with the hunter at all times during 1. Conditions A1 and A9 apply. retrieval. We require all hunters/helpers to 2. We allow fishing on refuge impound- possess a nontransferable refuge special ac- ments and ponds from February 1 through cess permit. September 30. 7. Refuge staff or a State Fish and Wildlife Officer must accompany hunters during re- WILLAPA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE trieval of a wounded elk that moves outside Hunting of the hunt unit in Closed Areas. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. 8. Hunters must use nontoxic ammunition geese, ducks, coots, and snipe is allowed on or remove or bury the visceral remains of designated areas of the refuge in accordance harvested animals. with State hunting regulations and subject to the following conditions: D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 1. Prior to entering the hunt area at the Riekkola and Tarlatt Units, all hunters are UMATILLA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE required to obtain and carry a Migratory A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Bird Hunt Application (FWS Form 3–2357), hunting of goose, duck, coot, dove, and snipe pay a recreation user fee, obtain a blind as- on designated areas of the refuge in accord- signment, and report waterfowl taken per in- ance with State regulations subject to the structions on the Migratory Bird Hunt Re- following conditions: port (FWS Form 3–2361). 1. We prohibit overnight camping and/or 2. At the Riekkola and Tarlatt Units, hunt- parking. ers may take ducks and coots only coinci- 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic dental to hunting geese. shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). 3. Goose hunting is allowed on Wednesday 3. We prohibit discharge of any firearms and Saturday in the Riekkola and Tarlatt within 1⁄4 mile (396 m) of any maintained Units only from established blinds. building or Federal facility, such as, but not 4. At the Riekkola and Tarlatt Units, you limited to, a structure designed for storage, may possess no more than 25 approved human occupancy, or shelter for animals. nontoxic shells per day while hunting. 4. We only allow portable blinds and tem- 5. You may possess only approved nontoxic porary blinds constructed of nonliving nat- shot for hunting (see § 32.2(k)). ural materials. You must remove all decoys 6. You may not shoot or discharge any and other equipment (see § 27.93 of this chap- hunting firearm from, across, or along a pub- ter) at the end of each day. lic highway, designated route of travel, road, 5. On the Paterson and Whitcomb Units, we road shoulder, road embankment, or des- allow hunting only on Wednesdays, Satur- ignated parking area. days, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas 7. We prohibit camping on the refuge ex- Day, and New Year’s Day. cept in designated campgrounds on Long Is- 6. In the refuge ponds within the Paterson land for up to 14 days. Unit, we allow only nonmotorized boats and 8. We open the refuge for hunting access boats with electric motors. from 11⁄2 hour before legal sunrise until 11⁄2 7. On the Ridge Unit, we allow only shore- hour after legal sunset. line hunting and prohibit hunting from 9. We require dogs to be kept on a leash, boats. except for hunting dogs engaged in author- 8. We require waterfowl hunting parties to ized hunting activities, and under the imme- space themselves a minimum of 200 yards diate control of a licensed hunter (see (180 m) apart. § 26.21(b) of this chapter). We prohibit dogs on 9. We close all islands within the Columbia Long Island and on beaches within the River to all access. Leadbetter Point Unit. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 10. Access to the hunt area is by foot or of upland game birds on designated areas of boat access only. We allow bicycles on des- the refuge in accordance with State regula- ignated roads and trails only. Mobility-im- tions subject to the following conditions: paired hunters should consult the refuge 1. Conditions A1, A2, A3, A5, and A9 apply. manager for allowed conveyances. 2. We allow hunting of upland game from 12 11. We prohibit permanent blinds. You p.m. (noon) to legal sunset of each hunt day. must remove all personal property, including

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decoys and boats, by 1 hour after legal sunset River on refuge-owned lands in accordance (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). with State regulations. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 of forest grouse (sooty and ruffed) on Long FR 29077, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6686, 6699, Feb. Island, subject to the following conditions: 11, 1994; 59 FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62048, 1. Hunters are required to obtain and carry Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46399, Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR a Big/Upland Game Hunt Application (FWS 47383, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; Form 3–2356) and report game taken, hours 65 FR 30792, May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56409, Sept. hunted, and name/address/date on the Up- 18, 2000; 66 FR 46362, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58952, land/Small Game/Furbearer Report (FWS Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54469, Sept. 8, 2004; Form 3–2362). 70 FR 54195, Sept. 13, 2005; 73 FR 33200, June 2. Archery hunting only. 11, 2008; 74 FR 45700, Sept. 3, 2009; 75 FR 18426, 3. You may not shoot or discharge a fire- Apr. 12, 2010; 76 FR 56088, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR arm on Long Island. 56065, Sept. 11, 2012; 79 FR 14842, Mar. 17, 2014] 4. Dogs are not allowed on Long Island. § 32.68 West Virginia. 5. Conditions A7 through A10 apply. 6. We prohibit fires on the refuge, except in The following refuge units have been designated campgrounds on Long Island (see opened to hunting and/or fishing, and § 27.95(a) of this chapter). are listed in alphabetical order with C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of applicable refuge-specific regulations. deer, elk, and bear on designated areas of the refuge, in accordance with State regulations CANAAN VALLEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE subject to the following conditions: A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow 1. At Long Island hunters must obtain and hunting of goose, duck, rail, coot, gallinule, carry a Big/Upland Game Hunt Application mourning dove, snipe, and woodcock on des- (FWS Form 3–2356) and report game taken, ignated areas of the refuge in accordance hours hunted and name/address/date on the with State regulations subject to the fol- Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3– lowing conditions: 2359). 1. We require each hunter to possess and carry a signed refuge hunting permit (name, 2. At Long Island, only archery hunting is address, phone number), State hunting li- allowed, and hunting firearms are prohib- cense, and driver’s license (or other photo ited. identification card) at all times while hunt- 3. Bear hunting is prohibited on any por- ing on the refuge. The refuge hunting permit tion of the refuge except Long Island. is free, and you may obtain it at the refuge 4. The use of centerfire or rimfire rifles is headquarters. We require each hunter to sub- prohibited within the Lewis, Porter Point, mit a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS and Riekkola Units. Form 3–2361) at the end of the hunting sea- 5. Dogs are prohibited. son. Hunters must submit this form to the 6. Conditions A7 through A10 and B6 apply. refuge headquarters if they wish to receive a 7. We prohibit construction or use of per- hunting permit the following year. manent blinds, platforms, ladders, or screw- 2. We allow hunting on refuge lands with in foot pegs. the following exceptions: the area surrounding the refuge headquarters, safety 8. You must remove all personal property, zones, areas marked as no hunting zones, including stands, from the refuge by 11⁄2 areas marked as closed to all public entry, hours after legal sunset (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 and areas within 500 feet (150 m) of any of this chapter). dwelling in accordance with State regula- 9. Tree stands may stay in place for 3 days tions. and must be labeled with the hunter’s name 3. We prohibit the building or use of perma- and phone number, and the date the stand nent blinds. was set-up. The stand may be set-up 11⁄2 4. The refuge opens 1 hour before legal sun- hours before legal sunrise. The stand must be rise and closes 1 hour after legal sunset, in- removed before 11⁄2 hours after legal sunset cluding parking areas. We prohibit camping. on the third day. We prohibit overnight parking except by D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3–1383) on along the shoreline of Willapa Bay and Bear Forest Road 80. 5. We allow the use of dogs for hunting migratory game birds. We require all dogs to wear a collar displaying the owner’s name, address, and telephone number. 6. We prohibit scouting and dog training except during legal hunting seasons. 7. We require hunters accessing the refuge through private property to possess and

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carry written permission of the landowner 8. We require all hunters to wear at least while hunting on the refuge. 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of blaze orange 8. We prohibit hunters from leaving decoys on the head, chest, and back at all times dur- and other personal property on the refuge ing the deer bucks only season, the (see § 27.93 of this chapter). antlerless deer season, the youth deer sea- 9. We close the Research Natural Area ex- son, and the deer muzzleloader season. cept for deer hunting, which we allow for 9. We prohibit hunting for turkey with a management purposes. rifle. You must use a shotgun or muzzle- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow the loader with a shot size of #4 or smaller. hunting of ruffed grouse, squirrel, cottontail 10. We allow dogs for hunting black bear rabbit, snowshoe hare, red fox, gray fox, bob- during the gun season. We prohibit more cat, woodchuck, coyote, opossum, striped than six dogs per hunting party. You must skunk, and raccoon on designated areas of account for all dogs at the conclusion of the the refuge in accordance with State regula- hunt. You must search for lost dogs for at tions subject to the following conditions: least 3 days, and we prohibit hunting during 1. Conditions A1 (Upland/Small Game/ the search period. All dogs must wear a col- Furbearer Report, FWS Form 3–2362), A2, A4, lar displaying the owner’s name, address, A6, A7, and A9 apply. and telephone number. 2. You may hunt raccoon at night, but you 11. We prohibit black bear hunting during must obtain a Special Use Permit for rac- the Tucker County antlerless deer season. coon hunting. The gun bear season begins the Monday fol- 3. We only allow hunting in the No Rifle lowing the antlerless deer season. Zones with the following equipment: arch- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ery, shotgun, or muzzleloader. 4. You may use dogs for hunting upland OHIO RIVER ISLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE game species. We prohibit more than six dogs REFUGE per hunting party for raccoon hunting. You A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow must account for all dogs at the conclusion hunting of migratory game birds (waterfowl, of the hunt. You must search for lost dogs coots, rails, gallinules, snipe, woodcock, and for at least 3 days, and we prohibit hunting dove) on designated areas of the refuge during the search period. All dogs must wear (Pennsylvania: Phillis Island, Georgetown Is- a collar displaying the owner’s name, ad- land; West Virginia: Captina Island, Captina dress, and telephone number. Mainland, Fish Creek Island, Williamson Is- 5. We prohibit the hunting of upland game land, Witten Towhead, Wells Island, Grand- species between March 1 and the youth squir- view Island, Grape/Bat Island, Broadback Is- rel season in September. land, Buckley Island, Muskingum Island, C. Big Game Hunting. We allow the hunting Buffington Island, Letart Island; and Ken- of white-tailed deer, black bear, and turkey tucky: Manchester 1 Island, Manchester 2 Is- on designated areas of the refuge in accord- land) in accordance with State regulations ance with State regulations subject to the subject to the following conditions: following conditions: 1. We require each hunter to possess and 1. Conditions A1 (Big Game Harvest Re- carry a refuge hunting permit, State hunting port, FWS Form 3–2359), A2, A4, A6, A7, A9, license, and valid driver’s license (or other and B3 apply. photo identification card) at all times when 2. You may only enter the refuge on foot. hunting on the refuge. The refuge hunting You may use hand-powered, wheeled carts permit is free, and you may obtain it at the for transporting big game. refuge headquarters. 3. You may only use handguns for hunting 2. We prohibit the building or use of perma- deer and black bear in the rifle zone. nent blinds. 4. When using shotguns for big game hunt- 3. The refuge opens 1 hour before legal sun- ing, we only allow ammunition containing a rise and closes 1 hour after legal sunset, in- single lead projectile. We prohibit the use of cluding parking areas. We prohibit hunters buckshot. leaving decoys and personal property, as well 5. We prohibit the marking of any tree or as camping and overnight parking. other refuge feature with flagging, paint, or 4. We only allow dogs to locate, point, and other substance. retrieve when hunting for migratory game 6. We prohibit the cutting and trimming of birds. We require all dogs to wear a collar coniferous trees (balsam fir, red spruce, and displaying the owner’s name, address, and hemlock). We prohibit construction of blinds telephone number. from these materials. 5. You may only possess approved nontoxic 7. We prohibit permanent tree stands, but shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). we allow use of temporary tree stands. You B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting must clearly print your name and address in of rabbit and squirrel on designated areas of an easily read area on the stand while the the refuge (Pennsylvania: Phillis Island, stand is affixed to the tree. You must remove Georgetown Island; West Virginia: Captina tree stands (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the Island, Captina Mainland, Fish Creek Island, end of the deer season. Williamson Island, Witten Towhead, Wells

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Island, Grandview Island, Grape/Bat Island, er’s license (or other photo identification Broadback Island, Buckley Island, card) at all times while fishing on the refuge. Muskingum Island, Buffington Island, Letart 3. We restrict bank fishing to refuge open Island; and Kentucky: Manchester 1 Island, hours, from 1 hour before legal sunrise Manchester 2 Island) in accordance with through 1 hour after legal sunset. State regulations subject to the following 4. We prohibit trotlines (setlines) and tur- conditions: tle lines. 1. Conditions A1 and A3 apply. 2. We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs for [59 FR 55197, Nov. 3, 1994, as amended at 60 hunting rabbit or squirrel. FR 62048, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 31461, June 20, 3. We prohibit the use of bows, rifles, or 1996; 63 FR 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30794, pistols for hunting rabbit or squirrel. May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56411, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR 4. We only allow the use of shotguns with 54362, 54472, Sept. 8, 2004; 73 FR 33200, June 11, approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) for the 2008; 74 FR 45700, Sept. 3, 2009; 76 FR 4000, hunting of rabbit or squirrel. Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56090, Sept. 9, 2011; 77 FR C. Big Game Hunting. We allow archery 56066, Sept. 11, 2012] hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge (Pennsylvania: Phillis Is- § 32.69 Wisconsin. land, Georgetown Island; West Virginia: The following refuge units have been Paden Island, Captina Island, Captina Main- land, Fish Creek Island, Williamson Island, opened to hunting and/or fishing, and Witten Towhead, Wells Island, Mill Creek Is- are listed in alphabetical order with land, Grandview Island, Grape/Bat Island, applicable refuge-specific regulations. zoned area of Middle Island, Broadback Is- land, Buckley Island, Buckley Mainland, FOX RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Muskingum Island, Neal Island, Buffington A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] Island, Letart Island; and Kentucky: Man- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] chester 1 Island, Manchester 2 Island) in ac- C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of cordance with State regulations subject to white-tailed deer on designated areas of the the following conditions: refuge subject to the following conditions: 1. Conditions A1 and A3 apply. 1. We require refuge permits during des- 2. We prohibit the use or possession of ri- ignated time periods. fles, pistols, or shotguns for the hunting of 2. We do not allow the construction or use white-tailed deer. of blinds, platforms, or ladders. 3. We prohibit organized deer drives by two 3. We allow hunting only during the State or more individuals. We define a deer drive firearms season and during a designated time as the act of chasing, pursuing, disturbing, period of the archery season. or otherwise directing deer so as to make the D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] animals more susceptible to harvest. 4. We allow trail marking with nonperma- HORICON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE nent methods such as flagging and reflectors. We prohibit the use of paint, and hunters A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow must remove all trail-marking materials hunting of duck and coot on designated areas (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the end of the of the refuge in accordance with State regu- deer season. lations subject to the following conditions: 5. We prohibit the use of permanent tree 1. We require permits. stands or blinds. We allow the use of tem- 2. We allow only participants in the Young porary tree stands. All tree stands must have Wildfowlers and Special Programs to hunt. the name and address of the owner clearly B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting printed in an easily read area on the stand of ring-necked pheasant, gray partridge, while the stand is affixed to the tree. Hunt- squirrel, and cottontail rabbit on designated ers must remove tree stands and blinds (see areas of the refuge in accordance with State § 27.93 of this chapter) from the refuge at the regulations during the State seasons subject end of each day. to the following conditions: 6. We prohibit baiting for deer on refuge 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- lands (see § 32.2(h)). proved nontoxic shot while hunting upland 7. We require all hunters to wear at least game species. 400 square inches (2,600 cm2) of blaze orange 2. Hunting in the youth/novice pheasant visible on the head, chest, and back while hunt area (Area F) is for youth who are 12– walking to and from tree stands or blinds. 15 years of age, and by permit. D. Sport Fishing. We allow sport fishing C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of throughout the refuge in accordance with white-tailed deer on designated areas of the State regulations subject to the following refuge in accordance with State regulations conditions: subject to the following conditions: 1. Condition A3 applies. 1. We allow hunting during the State arch- 2. We require each angler to possess and ery, muzzleloader, and State firearms sea- carry a State fishing license and a valid driv- sons.

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2. We do not allow the construction and use B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting of permanent blinds, platforms, or ladders. of wild turkey, ruffed grouse, gray squirrel, 3. You must remove all stands from the fox squirrel, cottontail rabbit, snowshoe refuge following each day’s hunt. hare, and raccoon only on designated areas 4. Hunting in the area surrounding the of- of the refuge subject to the following condi- fice/visitor center (Area E) is by permit only. tions: 5. Hunting in the auto tour/hiking trail 1. Shotgun hunters may possess only ap- complex (Area D) is open only during the proved nontoxic shot while hunting on the State firearms deer season. refuge (see § 32.2(k)). This includes turkey 6. Any ground blind used during any gun hunters. deer season must display at least 144 square 2. During the spring turkey season, we inches (936 cm2) of solid-blaze-orange mate- allow unarmed hunters who have an unex- rial visible from all directions. pired spring turkey permit in their posses- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- sion to scout the hunt area. We allow this ignated areas of the refuge in accordance scouting beginning on the Saturday imme- with State regulations subject to the fol- diately prior to the opening date listed on lowing conditions: their State turkey hunting permit. 1. We allow only bank fishing. 3. Refuge Area 3 is open to hunting after 2. We prohibit the use of fishing weights or the State deer gun season through the end of lures containing lead. the respective State seasons or until Feb- ruary 28, whichever occurs first. LEOPOLD WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT 4. You may use dogs only when hunting migratory game birds and upland game (except A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow raccoon). hunting of migratory game birds throughout 5. You may only hunt snowshoe hare dur- the district (except that we prohibit hunting ing the season for cottontail rabbit. on the Blue-wing Waterfowl Production Area C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of (WPA) in Ozaukee County or the Wilcox white-tailed deer on designated areas of the WPA in Waushara County) in accordance refuge in accordance with State regulations with State regulations subject to the fol- subject to the following conditions: lowing conditions: 1. We prohibit possession of a loaded fire- 1. We allow the use of hunting dogs, pro- arm or a nocked arrow on a bow within 50 vided the dog is under the immediate control feet (15 m) of the centerline of all public of the hunter at all times (see § 26.21(b) of roads. Also, during the gun deer season, we this chapter). prohibit possession of a loaded firearm with- 2. You must remove boats, decoys, and in 50 feet (15 m) of the center of refuge trails, blinds (see § 27.93 of this chapter) at the con- and we prohibit discharge of guns from, clusion of each day. across, down, or alongside these trails. B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 2. We prohibit construction or use of per- of upland game throughout the district (ex- manent blinds, stands, or ladders. cept that we prohibit hunting on the Blue- 3. You may use portable elevated devices wing Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) in but must lower them to ground level at the Ozaukee County or the Wilcox WPA in close of shooting hours each day. You must Waushara County) in accordance with State remove all blinds, stands, platforms, and lad- regulations subject to the following condi- ders from the refuge at the end of the hunt- tions: ing season (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 1. Condition A1 applies. ter). 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic 4. Hunters must clearly mark all non-nat- shot shells while hunting in the field, includ- ural blinds, stands, platforms, and ladders on ing shot shells used for hunting wild turkey the exterior with the owner’s name and ad- (see § 32.2(k)). dress in letters that are 1 inch (2.5 cm) high. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of You may also use an attached metal tag big game throughout the district (except with stamped or engraved lettering that is that you may not hunt on the Blue-wing Wa- clearly visible. terfowl Production Area (WPA) in Ozaukee 5. We permanently close Refuge Area 1 to County or the Wilcox WPA in Waushara all hunting. County) in accordance with State regula- 6. Refuge Area 2 is open to deer hunting tions subject to the following condition: You during State archery, gun, and muzzleloader must remove blinds and stands (see § 27.93 of seasons, except for any early antlerless-only this chapter) at the conclusion of each day. hunts. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 7. Refuge Area 3 is open to deer hunting during the State regular gun, muzzleloader, NECEDAH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE and late archery seasons. Unarmed deer A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunters may enter Area 3 to scout beginning hunting of migratory game birds only on the Saturday prior to the gun deer season designated areas of the refuge. 8. We prohibit target or practice shooting.

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9. You may utilize clothes pins marked refuge subject to the following condition: We with flagging or reflective material. We require a refuge permit. allow no other types of marking. You must D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on des- clearly identify the owner’s name and ad- ignated areas of the refuge from legal sunrise dress on the clothes pin or the flagging to legal sunset in accordance with State laws itself. Hunters must remove all clothes pins for inland waters subject to the following by the last day of archery season. conditions: 10. Beginning the Saturday prior to the 1. We allow boats propelled by hand or opening of the State regular gun deer season, electric motors only on refuge pools. We do you may use nonmotorized boats on not prohibit the possession of other Sprague-Goose Pools until freeze-up in order watercraft motors, only their use. We do not to access areas for deer hunting. restrict gasoline-powered motors on the nav- 11. Any ground blind used during any gun igable channel of the Trempealeau River. deer season must display at least 144 square 2. We prohibit harvest of turtle, snake, inches (936 cm2) of solid-blaze-orange mate- frog, or any other reptile or amphibian (see rial visible from all directions. § 27.21 of this chapter). D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing in des- 3. We prohibit the release of live bait. ignated waters of the refuge at designated 4. We prohibit night-lighting, archery, times subject to the following conditions: spearing, or netting of fish. 1. We allow use of nonmotorized boats in 5. We prohibit fishing within 200 feet (60 m) Sprague-Goose pools only when these pools of a water control structure as per State reg- are open to fishing. ulation. 2. We allow motorized boats in Suk Cerney 6. Anglers must remove ice fishing shelters Pool. from the refuge at the end of each day. 3. We allow fishing by hook and line only. UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE ST. CROIX WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT AND FISH REFUGE A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow Refer to § 32.42 Minnesota for regulations. hunting of migratory game birds throughout the district in accordance with State regula- WHITTLESEY CREEK NATIONAL WILDLIFE tions subject to the following conditions: REFUGE 1. We prohibit hunting on designated por- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow tions posted as closed of the St. Croix Prairie hunting of migratory game birds on des- Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) in St. ignated areas of the refuge in accordance Croix County. with State regulations subject to the fol- 2. We close the Oak Ridge Waterfowl Pro- lowing conditions: duction Area in St. Croix County to hunting 1. We allow only the use of portable or from the opening day of waterfowl season temporary blinds. until the first Saturday in December except 2. You must remove portable or temporary deer hunting during regular archery, gun, blinds and any material brought on to the and muzzleloader seasons. refuge for blind construction at the end of B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting each day’s hunt. of upland game throughout the district in B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] accordance with State regulations subject to C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of the following conditions: white-tailed deer on designated areas of the 1. Conditions A1 and A2 apply. refuge in accordance with State regulations 2. You may possess only approved nontoxic subject to the following conditions: shot shells while hunting in the field, includ- 1. We will allow archery deer hunting to ing shot shells used for hunting wild turkey take place on refuge lands owned by the (see § 32.2(k)). Service that constitute tracts greater than C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 20 acres (8 ha). big game throughout the district except that 2. We prohibit hunting within a designated, you may not hunt on designated portions of signed area around the Coaster Classroom the St. Croix Prairie Waterfowl Production and Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Area in St. Croix County. boardwalk. D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] 3. We prohibit the construction or use of permanent blinds or platforms. TREMPEALEAU NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 4. Hunters may use ground blinds or any A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow elevated stands only if they do not damage hunting of migratory game birds on des- live vegetation, including trees (see § 27.61 of ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- this chapter). lowing condition: We require a refuge per- 5. Hunters may construct ground blinds en- mit. tirely of dead vegetation from the refuge B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] lands. C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 6. Hunters must remove all stands and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the blinds from the refuge at the end of each

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day’s hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chap- 9. Hunters must park in a Designated Hun- ter). ter Parking Area, as identified by signs. 7. We allow motorized vehicles only on 10. Hunters are required to access and exit public roads and parking areas (see § 27.31 of the hunting areas from a Designated Hunter this chapter). Parking Area only. Drop off or pick up of D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] hunters is prohibited except at Hunter Des- [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 58 ignated Parking Areas. FR 29077, May 18, 1993; 59 FR 6700, Feb. 11, 11. Hunters may only access the refuge 1 1994; 60 FR 62048, Dec. 4, 1995; 61 FR 46399, hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour after Sept. 3, 1996; 62 FR 47383, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR legal sunset. 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30794, May 12, 2000; B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting 65 FR 56411, Sept. 18, 2000; 66 FR 46362, Sept. of blue grouse, ruffed grouse, chuckar par- 4, 2001; 67 FR 58952, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, tridge, gray partridge, cottontail rabbits, 54473, Sept. 8, 2004; 70 FR 54197, Sept. 13, 2005; snowshoe hares, squirrels (red, gray, and 72 FR 51545, Sept. 7, 2007; 73 FR 33200, June 11, fox), red fox, raccoon, and striped skunk in 2008; 73 FR 51161, Aug. 29, 2008; 76 FR 4000, accordance with State regulations and sub- Jan. 21, 2011; 76 FR 56090, Sept. 9, 2011; 79 FR ject to the following conditions: 14844, Mar. 17, 2014] 1. Conditions A2 through A7 and A9 through A11 apply. § 32.70 Wyoming. 2. We prohibit hunting of upland game species in areas of the refuge indicated on the The following refuge units have been Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge opened for hunting and/or fishing, and Hunting Brochure and marked by signs as are listed in alphabetical order with closed to all hunting. applicable refuge-specific regulations. 3. Dogs must be leashed and/or under the direct control of a handler. The use of dogs COKEVILLE MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE to find and retrieve legally harvested upland REFUGE game birds, cottontail rabbits, and squirrels A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow is allowed and encouraged. Dogs may not be hunting of ducks, dark geese, coots, mergan- used to chase red fox, raccoon, striped sers, snipe, Virginia rail, Sora rail, sandhill skunk, or any other species not specifically crane, and mourning dove in accordance with allowed in A8 or this paragraph. State regulations and subject to the fol- 4. Red fox, raccoon, and striped skunk may lowing conditions: be taken on the refuge by licensed migratory 1. We prohibit hunting of migratory game bird, big game, or upland/small game hunters birds in areas of the refuge indicated on the from September 1 until the end of the last Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge open big game, upland bird, or small game Hunting Brochure and marked by signs as season. Red fox, raccoon, or striped skunk closed to all hunting or closed to migratory that is harvested must be taken into posses- bird hunting. sion and removed from the refuge. 2. You may only possess approved nontoxic 5. We prohibit hunting of sage grouse. shot while in the field (see § 32.2(k)). C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of 3. We prohibit pits and permanent blinds. elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer, pronghorn, 4. You may use portable blinds or blinds and moose in accordance with State regula- constructed of natural dead vegetation (see tions and subject to the following conditions: § 27.51 of this chapter). 1. Conditions A3 through A7 and A9 5. You must remove all decoys, shell cas- through A11 apply. ings, portable and temporary blinds, and 2. We prohibit hunting of big game in areas other personal equipment (see §§ 27.93 and of the refuge indicated on the Cokeville 27.94 of this chapter) from the refuge at the Meadows National Wildlife Refuge Hunting end of each day. Brochure and marked by signs as closed to 6. We prohibit possession or consumption all hunting. of any alcoholic beverage while hunting (see 3. You may hunt with the aid of a tem- § 32.2(j)). porary tree stand that does not require drill- 7. Hunters may not enter closed areas to ing or nailing into the tree. All personal retrieve animals legally shot in an open area property, including temporary tree stands, unless authorization has been given by a ref- must be removed at the end of each day (see uge employee or State Conservation Officer. §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). Permission must be obtained from private D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] landowners before attempting to retrieve NATIONAL ELK REFUGE game on private land. 8. Dogs must be leashed and/or under the A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] direct control of a handler (see § 26.21(b) of B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] this chapter). The use of dogs to find and re- C. Big Game Hunting. Hunters may hunt elk trieve legally harvested migratory game and bison on designated areas of the refuge birds is allowed. subject to the following conditions:

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1. We require refuge permits (issued by 9. You must unload and either case or dis- State of Wyoming). mantle all firearms (see § 27.42(b) of this 2. Hunters may not be let out of vehicles chapter) when transporting them in a vehicle on refuge roads. or boat under power. 3. Shooting from or across refuge roads and B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting parking areas is not permitted. of sage grouse, cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit, D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may sport fish on raccoon, fox, and skunk on designated areas the refuge in accordance with state law, as of the refuge in accordance with State regu- specifically designated in refuge publica- lations subject to the following conditions: tions. 1. Conditions A2, A8, and A9 apply. PATHFINDER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 2. We open the refuge to the general public from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. Hunting of after legal sunset. geese, ducks and coots is permitted on des- 3. Hunters must confine or leash dogs (see ignated areas of the refuge. § 26.21(b) of this chapter) except when partici- B. Upland Game Hunting. We allow hunting pating in a legal hunt for sage grouse, cot- of sage grouse and cottontail rabbit on des- tontail rabbit, or jackrabbit. ignated areas of the refuge subject to the fol- 4. When using shotguns or muzzleloaders, lowing condition: You may possess only ap- you may only possess approved nontoxic proved nontoxic shot while in the field. shot (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field. C. Big Game Hunting. Hunting of pronghorn antelope and deer is permitted on designated C. Big Game Hunting. We allow hunting of areas of the refuge. antelope, mule deer, and moose on des- D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] ignated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations subject to the fol- SEEDSKADEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE lowing conditions: 1. Conditions A2, A8, A9, and B2 apply. A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. We allow hunting of dark goose, duck, coot, mer- D. Sport Fishing. We allow fishing on the ganser, dove, snipe, and rail on designated refuge in accordance with State regulations areas of the refuge in accordance with State subject to the following conditions: regulations subject to the following condi- 1. Condition B2 applies. tions: 2. You must only launch or pick up 1. We prohibit hunting of migratory birds trailered boats at the following boat ramps: on the west side of the Green River between Dodge Bottom, Hayfarm, Lombard, and Six- the south end of the Dunkle Unit and High- Mile. way 28. We post the boundary for this area 3. We prohibit taking of mollusk, crusta- with refuge signs stating ‘‘Area Closed to Mi- cean, reptile, and amphibian from the refuge. gratory Bird Hunting’’. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 2. We prohibit all hunting between High- FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 60 FR 62049, Dec. 4, way 28 and 0.8 miles (1.28 km) north of the 1995; 62 FR 47383, Sept. 9, 1997; 63 FR 2182, refuge headquarters on the west side of the Jan. 14, 1998; 65 FR 30795, May 12, 2000; 67 FR Green River. We post the boundary for this 58952, Sept. 18, 2002; 69 FR 54362, 54473, Sept. area with refuge signs stating ‘‘No Hunting 8, 2004; 76 FR 4000, Jan. 21, 2011; 79 FR 14844, Zone’’. Mar. 17, 2014] 3. We open the refuge to the general public from 1⁄2 hour before legal sunrise to 1⁄2 hour after legal sunset. Waterfowl hunters may § 32.71 United States Unincorporated enter the refuge 1 hour before legal shooting Pacific Insular Possessions. hours to set up decoys and blinds. The following refuge units have been 4. Hunters must confine or leash dogs ex- opened to hunting and/or fishing, and cept when participating in a legal hunt (see are listed in alphabetical order with § 26.21(b) of this chapter). 5. You must only use portable blinds or applicable refuge-specific regulations. blinds constructed from dead and downed JOHNSTON ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE wood. We prohibit digging pit blinds. REFUGE 6. You must remove portable blinds, tree stands, decoys, and other personal equip- A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] ment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) from the ref- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] uge each day. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] 7. You must completely dismantle blinds D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] constructed of dead and downed wood at the end of the waterfowl hunting season. MIDWAY ATOLL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE 8. We only allow hunters to retrieve downed game from closed areas with consent A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] from a refuge employee or State game war- B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] den. C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved]

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D. Sport Fishing. [Reserved] § 34.1 Purpose. [58 FR 5064, Jan. 19, 1993, as amended at 59 The purpose of the regulations con- FR 55188, Nov. 3, 1994; 61 FR 46399, Sept. 3, tained in this part is to prescribe the 1996; 63 FR 46922, Sept. 3, 1998; 65 FR 30795, procedures for making payments in May 12, 2000; 65 FR 56411, Sept. 18, 2000; 69 FR lieu of taxes to counties for areas ad- 54362, 54474, Sept. 8, 2004; 73 FR 33200, June 11, 2008] ministered by the Secretary through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in § 32.72 Guam. accordance with the Revenue Sharing Act. We have opened the following refuge unit to hunting and/or fishing with ap- § 34.2 Authority. plicable refuge-specific regulations. (a) The Act of October 17, 1978, Pub. GUAM NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE L. 95–469, amended the Act of June 15, A. Migratory Game Bird Hunting. [Reserved] 1935, as amended by the Act of August B. Upland Game Hunting. [Reserved] 30, 1964 (78 Stat. 701; 16 U.S.C. 715s), by C. Big Game Hunting. [Reserved] revising the formula and extending the D. Sport Fishing. Anglers may fish and col- revenue sharing provisions to all fee lect marine life on designated areas of the and reserve areas that are adminis- refuge only in accordance with refuge and tered solely or primarily by the Sec- Government of Guam laws and regulations. retary through the U.S. Fish and Wild- The leaflet is available at the refuge head- life Service. Payments under this Act quarters and anglers are subject to the fol- may be used for any governmental pur- lowing additional conditions: 1. Anglers may be on the refuge from 8:30 pose. a.m. until 5:00 p.m. daily, except Thanks- (b) Pursuant to title VI of the Civil giving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252; 42 2. We prohibit overnight camping on the U.S.C. 2000d), and the regulations refuge. issued pursuant thereto, which are con- 3. You may not possess surround or gill tained in 43 CFR part 17, counties must nets on the refuge. file an assurance with the Department, 4. We prohibit the collection of corals, comply with the terms of the assur- giant clams (Tridacna and Hippopus spp.), ances, and comply with regulations and coconut crabs (Birgus latro) on the ref- contained in 43 CFR part 17 in order to uge. 5. We prohibit use of Self Contained Under- continue to receive this Federal finan- water Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) to take cial assistance. fish or invertebrates. 6. We prohibit anchoring boats on the ref- § 34.3 Definitions. uge. (a) The term fee area means any area 7. We prohibit sailboards or motorized per- which was acquired in fee by the sonal watercraft on the refuge. United States and is administered, ei- [65 FR 30795, May 12, 2000, as amended at 66 ther solely or primarily, by the Sec- FR 46363, Sept. 4, 2001; 67 FR 58953, Sept. 18, retary through the Service. 2002; 69 FR 54362, Sept. 8, 2004] (b) The term reserve area means any area of land withdrawn from the public PART 34—REFUGE REVENUE domain and administered, either solely SHARING WITH COUNTIES or primarily, by the Secretary through the Service. For the purpose of these Sec. regulations, reserve areas also include 34.1 Purpose. lands in Hawaii, the Commonwealth of 34.2 Authority. Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Is- 34.3 Definitions. lands, which were initially adminis- 34.4 Eligibility of areas. tered by the United States through Act 34.5 Distribution of revenues. of Congress, Executive Order, Public 34.6 Schedule of appraisals. Land Order or Proclamation of the 34.7 Fair market value appraisals. President and administered, either 34.8 Appropriations authorized. 34.9 Protests. solely or primarily, by the Secretary through the Service. AUTHORITY: 16 U.S.C. 715s, as amended. (c) The term county means any coun- SOURCE: 44 FR 33073, June 8, 1979, unless ty, parish, organized or unorganized otherwise noted. borough, township or municipality, or

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other unit of local government that is through the Fish and Wildlife Service, the primary collector for general pur- including wildlife refuges, waterfowl pose real property taxes where fee production areas, wildlife ranges, wild- areas and/or reserve areas are located. life management areas, fish hatcheries, For the purpose of sharing revenues, research centers or stations, and ad- the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, ministrative sites, and these areas Guam, and the Virgin Islands shall must be solely or primarily adminis- each be treated as a county. tered by the Service. In addition to (d) The term fund means the reve- this Act, reserve areas administered nues received by the Service from (1) solely or primarily by the Service are the sale or disposition of animals, entitlement lands under section 6(a) of salmonoid carcasses and eggs, products the Act of October 29, 1976 (Pub. L. 94– of the soil (including, but not limited 565, 31 U.S.C. 1601–1607), for which regu- to, timber, hay, and grass), minerals, lations are published in title 43, part shells, sand, and gravel; (2) leases for 1880, Code of Federal Regulations. public accommodations or facilities incidental to, but not in conflict with, § 34.5 Distribution of revenues. the basic purpose of such areas; and (3) The Act provides that the Secretary, other privileges, including industrial at the end of each fiscal year, shall pay leases at Crab Orchard National Wild- to each county out of the fund: life Refuge, Illinois, as authorized by Section 8 of Pub. L. 95–616, approved (a) For reserve areas, an amount October 27, 1978. The Service may pay equal to 25 per centum of the net re- from such fund any necessary expenses ceipts, collected by the Secretary in incurred in connection with the rev- connection with the operation and enue producing and revenue sharing ac- management of such area, provided tivity. The fund shall also include any that when any such area is situated in appropriations authorized by the Act more than one county, the distributive to make up any difference between the share to each from the aforesaid re- total amount of receipts after pay- ceipts shall be proportional to its acre- ments of expenses and the total age of such reserve area. amount of payments due the counties. (b) For fee areas, whichever of the (e) The term net receipts means the following is greater: amount of revenue collected by the (1) An amount equal to 75¢ per acre Service from an area (including fee for the total acreage of the fee area lo- land and/or reserve land) after the de- cated within such county. duction of necessary expenses incurred (2) An amount equal to three-fourths in producing the particular revenues. of one per centum of the fair market (f) The term fair market value means value, as determined by the Secretary, the amount in terms of money for of that portion of the fee area (exclud- which in all probability a property ing any improvements thereto made would be sold if exposed for sale in the after the date of Federal acquisition) open market by a seller who is willing which is located within such county. but not obligated to sell, allowing a For those areas of fee land within the reasonable time to find a buyer who is National Wildlife Refuge System as of willing but not obligated to buy, both September 30, 1977, the amount of pay- parties having full knowledge of all the ment based on fair market value will uses to which the property is adapted, not be less than the amount paid on and for which it is capable of being the adjusted cost basis as in effect at used. that time. Actual cost, or appraised value in case of donation, will be used § 34.4 Eligibility of areas. for lands acquired during fiscal year In order to receive payments under 1978. For those areas of fee lands added the Act, a county must qualify under to lands administered by the Service the definition in § 34.3(c) of this part after September 30, 1978, by purchase, and there must be located within the donation, or otherwise, fair market county, areas of land owned in fee title value shall be determined by appraisal by the United States and administered as of the date said areas are adminis- by the Secretary of the Interior tered by the Service.

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(3) An amount equal to 25 per centum FOR A TYPICAL ACRE of the net receipts collected by the Assessed value— Secretary in connection with the oper- $100×80 mills County ...... $8 80% $100×20 mills School District ...... $2 20% ation and management of such fee area during such fiscal year; but if a fee Total ...... $10 100% area is located in two or more counties, Here again, the county would receive the the amount each such county is enti- total payment, keep 80 percent and pass tled to shall be the amount which bears through 20 percent to the school district. to such 25 per centum, the same ratio Counties shall distribute the payment as that portion of the fee area acreage to eligible local units of government which is within such county bears to within 90 days from receipt of the pay- the total acreage of such fee area. ment. In the event a county cannot (c) In accordance with section 5(A) of make the required distribution for rea- the act, each county which receives a sons of State or local law, or otherwise, payment under paragraphs (a) and (b) the Service will make the payments di- of this section, with respect to any fee rectly to local units of government area or reserve area, shall distribute upon return of the check and informa- that payment to those units of local tion upon which to make the pay- government which have incurred the ments. loss or reduction of real property tax (d) Each county which receives a pay- revenues because of the existence of ment under these regulations shall such area in accordance with the fol- maintain a record for a period of three lowing guidelines. years as to how the payment was distributed to units of local government The local units of government entitled under paragraph (c) of this section. The to this distribution will be those such record shall be available for inspection as, but not limited to, cities, towns, by the regional director, should a dis- townships, school districts, and the pute arise as to the distribution of pay- county itself in appropriate cases, ments. See § 29.21–2(c) for a listing of which levy and collect real property the regional directors of the Service. taxes separately from the county or other primary taxing authority or § 34.6 Schedule of appraisals. those for which a tax is separately The Secretary shall make fair mar- stated on a consolidated tax bill of the ket value appraisals of areas adminis- primary taxing authority in areas tered by the Service within five years wherein eligible lands are located. The after October 17, 1978, beginning with amount of distribution or passthrough areas established earliest. All areas for to which each unit of local government which payments were not authorized shall be entitled shall be in the same prior to fiscal year 1979 (i.e.; fish hatch- proportion as its current tax loss bears eries, administrative sites, and re- to the current whole tax loss. search stations) shall be included in This proportion may be determined; the areas appraised during the first fis- from representative tax bills for the cal year. Once appraised, areas shall be area; by construction by using assess- reappraised on a schedule of at least ments and millage rates; or by other once every five years. Until areas are appraised, the fair market value for the suitable methods to achieve an equi- purposes of this regulation shall be the table result. An example using the rep- adjusted cost as of September 30, 1978, resentative tax bill method is: except that fee lands added to such areas after that date shall be on the TYPICAL TAX BILL FOR THE AREA basis of fair market value. County ...... $80 or 80% School District ...... 20 or 20% § 34.7 Fair market value appraisals. Total ...... $100 or 100% Fee areas administered by the Serv- The county would receive the total pay- ice will be appraised in accordance ment, keep 80 percent and pass through 20 with standard appraisal procedures in percent to the school district. An example order to estimate the fair market value using the construction method is: of each area as a whole. The evaluation

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will be premised on an appropriate de- administered solely or primarily by the termination of highest and best use in Service. accordance with existing or potential (b) Any affected county may protest zoning, the present condition of the the results of the computations of its land and the general economic situa- payments to the regional director in tion in the vicinity. Standard appraisal charge of the State and county af- techniques will involve a market data fected. See § 29.21–2(c) for a listing of comparison of these areas with similar the regional directors of the Service. properties which have sold recently in (c) Any protesting county shall sub- the local market. These techniques mit sufficient evidence to show error in may also include consideration of po- the computation or the data from tential income and development of the cost approach for special use properties which the computations are made. having limited marketability. An ap- (d) All protests to the regional direc- propriate evaluation of these areas will tor shall be filed within 90 days from also take into consideration a discount the date of receipt of the payment. for size as recognized by the market for (e) The regional director shall con- large properties where applicable. The sult with the affected county to resolve appraisals will be accomplished by the conflicts in the computations and/or regional director, using Service staff data. The regional director shall make appraisers or private appraisers con- a determination as to the correct pay- tracted by the Service. ment, which determination shall be The Act requires that improvements final and conclusive. placed upon the land after the date of Federal Acquisition be excluded from PART 35—WILDERNESS PRESERVA- the fair market value. The only struc- TION AND MANAGEMENT tures that will be included in the appraisal are those that were present at Subpart A—General Rules the time of Federal acquisition and have not been the subject of substan- Sec. tial renovation or modification with 35.1 Definitions. Federal funds. Evaluation of improve- 35.2 Objectives. ments will be based on their contribu- 35.3 General regulations. tory value to the area as determined by 35.4 Appropriations and personnel. the highest and best use study. Lands 35.5 Commercial enterprises, roads, motor occupied by improvements not subject vehicles, motorized equipment, motor- to appraisal will be valued as though boats, aircraft, mechanical transport, unimproved. structures, and installations. 35.6 Public use. The appraisals will be reviewed by the 35.7 Control of wildfires, insects, pest Service’s review appraisers and the de- plants, and disease. termination of the regional director as 35.8 Forest management. to fair market value shall be final and 35.9 Livestock grazing. conclusive and shall be the basis for 35.10 Controlled burning. computation of revenue sharing pay- 35.11 Scientific uses. ments. 35.12 Water rights. 35.13 Access to State and private lands. § 34.8 Appropriations authorized. 35.14 Special regulations. The Act authorizes appropriations to the fund for any fiscal year when the Subpart B—Special Regulations for Specific aggregate amount of payments re- National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness quired to be made exceeds the net re- [Reserved] ceipts in the fund. AUTHORITY: 78 Stat. 890; 16 U.S.C. 1131–1136; § 34.9 Protests. 43 U.S.C. 1201.

(a) Computation of payments shall be SOURCE: 36 FR 25426, Dec. 31, 1971, unless based on Federal records concerning otherwise noted. land, real property improvements, and accounting of net receipts from areas

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Subpart A—General Rules do not conflict with provisions of the Wilderness Act or Act of Congress § 35.1 Definitions. which establishes the wilderness unit. As used in the rules and regulations in this subchapter: § 35.4 Appropriations and personnel. National Wildlife Refuge System means No appropriation shall be made avail- all lands, waters, and interests therein able for the payment of expenses or sal- administered by the U.S. Fish and aries for the administration of a wil- Wildlife Service as national wildlife derness unit as a separate entity nor refuges, wildlife ranges, game ranges, shall any appropriation be made avail- wildlife management areas, waterfowl able for additional personnel solely for production areas, and areas for the pro- the purpose of managing or admin- tection and conservation of fish and istering areas because they are in- wildlife which are threatened with excluded within the National Wilderness tinction. Preservation System. National Wilderness Preservation Sys- tem means the units designated as wil- § 35.5 Commercial enterprises, roads, derness by the Congress under the pro- motor vehicles, motorized equip- visions of the Wilderness Act (supra). ment, motorboats, aircraft, mechan- Wilderness Units shall mean areas in ical transport, structures, and in- the National Wildlife Refuge System stallations. that have been designated by Act of Except as specifically provided and Congress as units of the National Wil- subject to existing private rights, there derness Preservation System. shall be no commercial enterprise and Secretary means the Secretary of the no permanent road within a wilderness Interior. Director means the Director of the unit, and except as necessary to meet U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. minimum requirements for the administration of the area (including meas- § 35.2 Objectives. ures required in emergencies involving (a) Units of the National Wildlife the health and safety of persons within Refuge System have been established the area), there shall be no temporary by divers legal means and are adminis- road, no use of motor vehicles, motor- tered for a variety of wildlife program ized equipment or motorboats, no land- purposes. The establishment of each ing of aircraft, no other form of mecha- wilderness unit is within and supple- nized transport, and no structure or in- mental to the purposes for which a spe- stallation within any such area. cific unit of the National Wildlife Ref- (a) The Director may authorize occu- uge System was established and is ad- pancy and use of a national wildlife ref- ministered. Each wilderness shall be uge by officers, employees, agencies, administered for such other purposes and agents of Federal, State, and coun- for which the national wildlife refuge ty governments to carry out the pur- was established and shall be also ad- poses of the Wilderness Act and the Act ministered to preserve its wilderness establishing the wilderness and will character. prescribe conditions under which mo- (b) Except as otherwise provided by torized equipment, mechanical trans- law, wilderness areas shall be devoted port, aircraft, motorboats, installa- to the public purposes of recreational, tions, or structures may be used to scenic, scientific, educational, con- meet the minimum requirements for servation, and historical use and shall authorized activities to protect and ad- be administered in such a manner as minister the wilderness. The Director will leave them unimpaired for future may also prescribe the conditions use and enjoyment as wilderness. under which such equipment, transport, aircraft, installations, or struc- § 35.3 General regulations. tures may be used in emergencies in- Rules and regulations governing ad- volving the health and safety of per- ministration of the National Wildlife sons, damage to property, violations of Refuge System will apply to wilderness civil and criminal law, or other pur- units where said rules and regulations poses.

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(b) The Director may permit, subject and services will be controlled through to such restrictions as he deems desir- regulations and special use permits able, the landing of aircraft and the use issued by the Refuge Manager so as to of motorized equipment at places with- provide maximum protection of wilder- in a wilderness where such uses were ness resources and values. established prior to the date the wil- (f) Hunting and fishing in a refuge derness was designated by Act of Con- wilderness will be in accordance with gress as a unit of the National Wilder- Federal and State regulations includ- ness Preservation System. ing special regulations for the specific wildlife refuge. Hunting or fishing § 35.6 Public use. which requires motorized equipment Public uses of a wilderness unit will will not be permitted except as pro- be in accordance with the purposes for vided in § 35.5(a) and (b). which the individual national wildlife refuge was established and is adminis- § 35.7 Control of wildfires, insects, pest plants, and disease. tered and laws and regulations governing public uses within the National To the extent necessary, the Director Wildlife Refuge System. shall prescribe measures to control (a) When public uses are authorized wildfires, insects, pest plants, and dis- within a wilderness unit, the Refuge ease to prevent unacceptable loss of Manager may regulate such use. Regu- wilderness resources and values, loss of lating will include limiting the num- life, and damage to property. bers of persons allowed in the wilderness at a given time, imposing restric- § 35.8 Forest management. tions on time, seasons, kinds and loca- Forest management activities in a tion of public uses, requiring a permit wilderness unit will be directed toward or reservation to visit the area, and allowing natural ecological processes similar actions. to operate freely. Commercial har- (b) All persons entering a wilderness vesting of timber shall not be per- unit will be required to remove such mitted except where necessary to con- materials as they carry in. trol attacks of insects or disease as (c) Informational signs for the con- prescribed in § 35.7. venience of visitors will not be permitted in a wilderness unit; however, § 35.9 Livestock grazing. rustic directional signs for vistor safe- (a) The grazing of livestock, where ty may be installed in locations appro- established prior to the date of legisla- priate to a wilderness setting. tion which designates a wilderness (d) Limited public use facilities and unit, may be permitted to continue improvements may be provided as nec- subject to part 29 of this subchapter essary for the protection of the refuge and in accordance with special provi- and wilderness and for public safety. sions which may be prescribed for indi- Facilities and improvements will not vidual units. Numbers of permitted be provided for the comfort and con- livestock will not be more liberal than venience of wilderness visitors. those utilizing a wilderness prior to es- (e) Public services and temporary tablishment and may be more restric- structures generally offered by pack- tive. ers, outfitters, and guides for realizing (b) The Director may permit, subject the recreational or other wilderness to such conditions as he deems nec- purposes of a wilderness may be per- essary, the maintenance, reconstruc- mitted. Temporary installations and tion or relocation of only those live- structures which existed for these sub- stock management improvements and sistence purposes under valid special structures which existed within a wil- use permit or easement when the wilderness unit when it was incorporated derness was established may be contin- into the National Wilderness Preserva- ued if their use is necessary to admin- tion System. ister the refuge for the purposes for which it was established and for wilder- § 35.10 Controlled burning. ness purposes. The number, nature, and Controlled burning will be permitted extent of such temporary structures on wilderness units when such burning

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will contribute to the maintenance of Refuge System as established by Public the wilderness resource and values in Law. These special regulations will the unit; however, any fire in a wilder- supplement the provisions of this part. ness area that poses a threat to re- (b) Special regulations may contain sources or facilities outside the unit administrative and public uses as rec- will be controlled and extinguished. ognized in the: (1) Legislative Record of the estab- [36 FR 25426, Dec. 31, 1971, as amended at 37 FR 12067, June 17, 1972] lishing Act. (2) Committee Reports of the Con- § 35.11 Scientific uses. gress. (3) Departmental and Executive Re- Recognizing the scientific value of ports to the Congress. wilderness, research data gathering (4) Other provisions. and similar scientific uses will be en- (c) Such special regulations shall be couraged providing that wilderness val- published in subpart B of this part ues are not impaired. The person or after a wilderness has been established agency involved in scientific investiga- by Public Law and shall become effec- tion must be willing to accept reason- tive upon publication in the FEDERAL able limitations on activities and loca- REGISTER (12–31–71). tion and size of the area to be used for research purposes. A special use permit authorizing scientific uses shall be re- Subpart B—Special Regulations for quired. Specific National Wildlife Ref- uge Wilderness [Reserved] § 35.12 Water rights. Nothing in the regulations in this PART 36—ALASKA NATIONAL part constitutes an expressed or im- WILDLIFE REFUGES plied claim or denial on the part of the Department of the Interior as to ex- Subpart A—Introduction and General emption from State water laws. Provisions § 35.13 Access to State and private Sec. lands. 36.1 How do the regulations in this part apply to me and what do they cover? Rights of States or persons and their 36.2 What do these terms mean? successors in interest, whose land is 36.3 Information collection. surrounded by a wilderness unit, will be recognized to assure adequate access Subpart B—Subsistence Uses to that land. Adequate access is defined 36.11 Purpose and policy. as the combination of modes and 36.12 Use of snowmobiles, motorboats, dog routes of travel which will best pre- teams and other means of surface trans- serve the wilderness character of the portation traditionally employed by landscape. Mode of travel designated local rural residents engaged in subsist- shall be reasonable and consistent with ence uses. accepted, conventional, contemporary 36.13 Subsistence fishing. modes of travel in said vicinity. Use 36.14 Subsistence hunting and trapping. will be consistent with reasonable pur- 36.15 Subsistence uses of timber and plant material. poses for which such land is held. The 36.16 Closure to subsistence uses of fish and Director will issue such permits as are wildlife. necessary for access, designating the means and route of travel for ingress Subpart C [Reserved] and degress so as to preserve the wilderness character of the area. Subpart D—Other Refuge Uses [36 FR 25426, Dec. 31, 1971; 37 FR 1049, Jan. 22, 36.31 Recreational activities. 1972] 36.32 Taking of fish and wildlife. 36.33 What do I need to know about using § 35.14 Special regulations. cabins and related structures on Alaska National Wildlife Refuges? (a) Special regulations will be issued 36.34 Firearms. by the Director for individual wilder- 36.35 Unattended property. ness units within the National Wildlife 36.36 Sled dogs and household pets.

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36.37 Revenue producing visitor services. found in 50 CFR 36.35(d), also are applicable to administrative and visitor fa- Subpart E—Refuge Specific Regulations cility sites of the Fish and Wildlife 36.39 Public use. Service in Alaska which we may hold in fee or less than fee title and are ei- Subpart F—Permits and Public Participation ther inside or outside the approved and Closure Procedures boundaries of any Alaska National Wildlife Refuge. Less than fee title 36.41 Permits. lands do not include easements under 36.42 Public participation and closure proce- Section 17(b) of the Alaska Native dures. Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 688), TABLE I TO PART 36—SUMMARY LISTING THE but although not limited to, they in- NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES IN ALASKA clude sites administered by a national AS ESTABLISHED BY THE ALASKA LANDS wildlife refuge under the terms of a ACT, PUB. L. 96–487, DECEMBER 2, 1980 memorandum of understanding or lease AUTHORITY: 16 U.S.C. 460(k) et seq., 668dd- agreement. 668ee, 3101 et seq. [46 FR 31827, June 17, 1981, as amended at 64 SOURCE: 46 FR 31827, June 17, 1981, unless FR 14151, Mar. 24, 1999] otherwise noted. § 36.2 What do these terms mean? Subpart A—Introduction and The following definitions shall apply General Provisions to the regulations contained in this part. § 36.1 How do the regulations in this Adequate and feasible access means a part apply to me and what do they reasonable method and route of pedes- cover? trian or vehicular transportation (a) The regulations contained in this which is economically practicable for part are prescribed for the proper use achieving the use or development de- and management of all Alaska Na- sired by the applicant on his/her non- tional Wildlife Refuges and supplement federal land or occupancy interest, but the general National Wildlife Refuge does not necessarily mean the least System regulations found in title 50 costly alternative. CFR chapter I, subchapter C. The gen- Adequate snow cover means snow of eral National Wildlife Refuge System sufficient depth to protect the under- regulations are automatically applica- lying vegetation and soil. ble in their entirety to the Alaska Na- Administrative and visitor facility sites tional Wildlife Refuges except as sup- means any facility or site administered plemented or modified by these regula- by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service tions or amended by ANILCA. for public entry or other administra- (b) Except as provided in paragraph tive purposes including, but not lim- (c) of this section, the regulations con- ited to, refuge staff offices, visitor cen- tained in this part are applicable only ters, public access and parking sites, on federally-owned lands within the and campgrounds. boundaries of any Alaska National Aircraft means a machine or device Wildlife Refuge. For purposes of this that is used or intended to be used to part, ‘‘federally-owned lands’’ means carry persons or objects in flight land interests held or retained by the through the air, including but not lim- United States, but does not include ited to, airplanes, helicopters and glid- those land interests: ers. (1) Tentatively approved, legisla- Alaska National Wildlife Refuges tively conveyed, or patented to the means all lands, waters and interests State of Alaska; or therein administered by the U.S. Fish (2) Interim conveyed or patented to a and Wildlife Service within the fol- Native Corporation or person. lowing National Wildlife Refuges in (c) The regulations found in 50 CFR, Alaska: Alaska Maritime, Arctic, Alas- parts 25, 26, 27, and 28, and §§ 32.2(d) and ka Peninsula, Becharof, Innoko, 32.5(c), except as supplemented or Kanuti, Kenai, Kodiak, Koyukuk, modified by this part or amended by Nowitna, Selawik, Tetlin, Izembek, ANILCA, along with the regulations Togiak, Yukon Delta and Yukon Flats.

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ANILCA means the Alaska National (3) Lands referred to in section 19(b) Interest Lands Conservation Act, 94 of the Alaska Native Claims Settle- Stat 237, Pub. L. 96–487 (December 2, ment Act. 1980). Refuge Manager means any Fish and Downed aircraft means an aircraft Wildlife Service official in charge of an that as a result of mechanical failure Alaska National Wildlife Refuge, the or accident cannot take off. Alaska Regional Director of the Fish Fish and wildlife means any member and Wildlife Service, or an authorized of the animal kingdom, including with- representative of either. Snowmachine or snowmobile means a out limitation any mammal, fish, bird self-propelled vehicle intended for off- (including any migratory, non-migra- road travel primarily on snow having a tory, or endangered bird for which pro- curb weight of not more than 1,000 tection is also afforded by treaty or pounds (450 kg), driven by track or other international agreement), am- tracks in contact with the snow and phibian, reptile, mollusk, crustacean, steered by a ski or skis in contact with arthropod, or other invertebrate, and the snow. includes any part, product, egg, or off- Subsistence uses means the customary spring thereof, or dead body or part and traditional uses by rural Alaska thereof. residents of wild, renewable resources Off-road vehicle means any motor ve- for direct personal or family consump- hicle designed for or capable of cross- tion as food, shelter, fuel, clothing, country travel on or immediately over tools, or transportation; for the mak- land, water, sand, snow, ice, marsh, ing and selling of handicraft articles wetland, or other natural terrain, ex- out of nonedible byproducts of fish and cept snowmobiles as defined in this wildlife resources taken for personal or section. It includes, but is not limited family consumption; for barter or shar- to, four-wheel drive or low-pressure- ing for personal or family consump- tire vehicles, motorcycles and related tion; and, for customary trade. For two-, three-, or four-wheel vehicles, purpose of this paragraph, the term: amphibious machines, ground-effect or (1) Family means all persons related air-cushion vehicles, air-thrust boats, by blood, marriage, or adoption, or any recreation vehicle campers, and any person living within the household on a other means of transportation deriving permanent basis; and motive power from any source other (2) Barter means the exchange of fish than muscle or wind. or wildlife or their parts taken for subsistence uses: Person means any individual, firm, (i) For other fish or game of their corporation, society, association, part- parts; or nership, or other private or public (ii) For other food or for nonedible body. items other than money if the ex- Public lands means lands situated in change is of a limited and noncommer- Alaska which are federally owned cial nature; and lands, except: (3) Customary trade shall be limited to (1) Land selections of the State of the exchange of furs for cash, and such Alaska which have been tentatively ap- other activities, if any, as may be des- proved or validly selected under the ignated in special rules for Alaska Na- Alaska Statehood Act (72 Stat. 339) and tional Wildlife Refuges. lands which have been confirmed to, Take or taking, as used with respect validly selected by, or granted to the to fish and wildlife, means to pursue, Territory of Alaska or the State under hunt, shoot, trap, net, capture, collect, any other provision of Federal law; kill, harm or attempt to engage in any (2) Land selections of a Native Cor- such conduct. poration made under the Alaska Native Temporary means a continuous period Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 688) of time not to exceed 12 months, except which have not been conveyed to a Na- as specifically provided otherwise. tive Corporation, unless any such se- [46 FR 31827, June 17, 1981, as amended at 51 lection is determined to be invalid or is FR 44793, Dec. 12, 1986; 64 FR 14151, Mar. 24, relinquished; and 1999]

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§ 36.3 Information collection. uses of the resources of the public lands in Alaska. The information collection require- (c) Nonwasteful subsistence uses of ments contained in this part have been fish, wildlife and other renewable re- approved by the Office of Management sources by local rural residents shall be and Budget under 44 U.S.C. et seq. and the priority consumptive uses of such assigned clearance number 1018–0014. resources over any other consumptive The collected information will assist uses permitted within Alaska National the Service in administering these pro- Wildlife Refuge areas. grams and, particularly, in the (d) The State of Alaska is authorized issuance of permits and the granting of to regulate the taking of fish and wild- statutory or administrative benefits. life for subsistence uses within Alaska The information requested in the appli- National Wildlife Refuges to the extent cation form is required to obtain a ben- such regulation is consistent with ap- efit. The public reporting burden for plicable Federal Law, including but not this collection of information is esti- limited to ANILCA. mated to average 1.5 hours each for 150 (e) Nothing in this subpart shall be non-competitively awarded permits construed as permitting the level of and 31.66 hours each for 60 competi- subsistence uses of fish and wildlife tively awarded permits including the within Alaska National Wildlife Ref- time for reviewing instructions, uges to be inconsistent with the con- searching existing data sources, gath- servation of healthy populations of fish ering and maintaining data needed, and and wildlife. completing and reviewing the collection of information. The estimated an- § 36.12 Use of snowmobiles, motor- nual number of respondents is 210, boats, dog teams and other means yielding a total annual reporting and of surface transportation tradition- record keeping burden of 2125 ally employed by local rural resi- hoursComments and suggestions on the dents engaged in subsistence uses. burden estimate or any other aspect of (a) Notwithstanding any other provi- the form should be sent directly to the sion of subchapter C of title 50 CFR the Service’s Information Collection Clear- use of snowmobiles, motorboats, dog ance Officer at the address provided at teams and other means of surface 50 CFR 2.1(b). transportation traditionally employed by local rural residents engaged in sub- [62 FR 45340, Aug. 27, 1997, as amended at 79 FR 43967, July 29, 2014] sistence uses is permitted within Alas- ka National Wildlife Refuges except at those times and in those areas re- Subpart B—Subsistence Uses stricted or closed by the Refuge Man- ager. § 36.11 Purpose and policy. (b) The Refuge Manager may restrict (a) Consistent with the management or close a route or area to the use of of fish and wildlife in accordance with snowmobiles, motorboats, dog teams or recognized scientific principles and the other means of surface transportation purposes for which each Alaska Na- traditionally employed by local rural tional Wildlife refuge was established, residents engaged in subsistence uses if designated, or expanded by ANILCA, the Refuge Manager determines that the purpose of this subpart is to pro- such use is causing or is likely to cause vide the opportunity for local rural an adverse impact on public health and residents engaged in a subsistence way safety, resource protection, protection of life to do so pursuant to applicable of historic or scientific values, subsist- State and Federal law. ence uses, conservation of endangered (b) Consistent with sound manage- or threatened species, or other pur- ment principles and the conservation poses and values for which the refuge of healthy populations of fish and wild- was established. life, the utilization of Alaska National (c) No restrictions or closures shall Wildlife Refuges is to cause the least be imposed without notice and a public adverse impact possible on local rural hearing in the affected vicinity and residents who depend upon subsistence other locations as appropriate. In the

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case of emergency situations, restric- in effect are hereby incorporated by tions or closures shall not exceed sixty reference as a part of these regulations. (60) days and shall not be extended unless the Refuge Manager establishes, § 36.14 Subsistence hunting and trap- after notice and public hearing in the ping. affected vicinity and other locations as Local rural residents may hunt and appropriate, that such extension is jus- trap wildlife for subsistence uses in tified according to the factors set forth Alaska National Wildlife Refuges in in paragraph (b) of this section. Notice compliance with applicable State and of the proposed or emergency restric- Federal laws. To the extent consistent tions or closures and the reasons therewith the provisions of this part and for shall be published in at least one other Federal law, applicable State newspaper of general circulation with- laws and regulations governing the in the State and in at least one local taking of wildlife which are now or will newspaper if available, and informa- hereafter be in effect are hereby incor- tion about such proposed or emergency porated by reference as a part of these actions shall also be made available for regulations. broadcast on local radio stations in a manner reasonably calculated to in- § 36.15 Subsistence uses of timber and form local rural residents in the af- plant material. fected vicinity. All restrictions and (a) Notwithstanding any other provi- closures shall be designated on a map sion of this part, the noncommercial which shall be available for public in- cutting of live standing timber by local spection at the office of the Refuge rural residents for appropriate subsist- Manager of the affected refuge and the ence uses, such as firewood or house post office or postal authority of every logs, may be permitted in Alaska Na- affected community within or near the tional Wildlife Refuges as follows: refuge area, or by the posting of signs (1) For live standing timber greater in the vicinity of the restrictions or than six inches diameter at breast closures, or both. height (41⁄2 feet above ground level), the (d) Snowmobiles, motorboats, dog Refuge Manager may allow cutting in teams and other means of surface accordance with the specifications of a transportation traditionally employed special use permit if such cutting is de- by local rural residents engaged in sub- termined to be compatible with the sistence uses shall be operated (1) in purposes for which the refuge was es- compliance with applicable State and tablished; Federal law, (2) in such a manner as to (2) For live standing timber between prevent waste or damage to the refuge, three and six inches diameter at breast and (3) in such a manner as to prevent height, cutting is allowed on the Arctic the herding, harassment, hazing or National Wildlife Refuge south of lati- driving of wildlife for hunting or other tude 68 degrees North and on the purposes. Innoko, Kanuti, Koyukuk, Nowitna, (e) At all times when not engaged in Selawik, Tetlin, and Yukon Flats Na- subsistence uses, local rural residents tional Wildlife Refuges unless re- may use snowmobiles, motorboats, dog stricted by the Refuge Manager, except teams and other means of surface that no more than 20 trees may be cut transportation in accordance with sub- annually by an individual without a part C of this part. special use permit, no cutting may be done within 50 feet of a stream, lake, or § 36.13 Subsistence fishing. river and no more than one tree in five Fish may be taken by local rural (20%) may be cut in any specific stand; residents for subsistence uses in com- on the remainder of the Arctic Na- pliance with applicable State and Fed- tional Wildlife Refuge and on all other eral law. To the extent consistent with Alaska National Wildlife Refuges, the the provisions of this part and other Refuge Manager may allow cutting in Federal law, applicable State laws and accordance with the specifications of a regulations governing the taking of special use permit if such cutting is de- fish which are now or will hereafter be termined to be compatible with the

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purposes for which the refuge was es- map which shall be available for public tablished; inspection at the office of the Refuge (3) For live standing timber less than Manager of the affected refuge and the three inches diameter at breast height, post office or postal authority of every cutting is allowed unless restricted by affected community within or near the the Refuge Manager. refuge, or by the posting of signs in the (b) The noncommercial gathering by vicinity of the restrictions, or both. local rural residents of fruits, berries, [46 FR 31827, June 17, 1981, as amended at 51 mushrooms, and other plant materials FR 44793, Dec. 12, 1986] for subsistence uses, and the noncommercial gathering of dead or § 36.16 Closure to subsistence uses of downed timber for firewood, shall be fish and wildlife. allowed without a permit. (a) Notwithstanding any other provi- (c)(1) Notwithstanding any other pro- sion of this part, the Refuge Manager, vision of this part, the Refuge Man- after consultation with the State and ager, after notice and public hearing in adequate notice and public hearing in the affected vicinity and other loca- the affected vicinity and other locations as appropriate, may temporarily tions as appropriate, may temporarily close all or any portion of an Alaska close all or any portion of an Alaska National Wildlife Refuge to subsistence National Wildlife Refuge to subsistence uses of a particular plant population uses of a particular fish or wildlife pop- only if necessary for reasons of public ulation only if necessary for reasons of safety, administration, or to assure the public safety, administration, or to as- continued viability of such population. sure the continued viability of such For purposes of this section, the term population. For the purposes of this ‘‘temporary’’ shall mean only as long section, the term ‘‘temporarily’’ shall as reasonably necessary to achieve the means only so long as reasonably nec- purpose of the closure. essary to achieve the purpose of the (2) If the Refuge Manager determines closure. that an emergency situation exists and (b) If the Refuge Manager determines that extraordinary measures must be that an emergency situation exists and taken for public safety or to assure the that extraordinary measures must be continued viability of a particular taken for public safety or to assure the plant population, the Refuge Manager continued viability of a particular fish may immediately close all or any por- or wildlife population, he may imme- tion of an Alaska National Wildlife diately close all or any portion of a ref- Refuge to the subsistence uses of such uge to the subsistence uses of such pop- population. Such emergency closure ulation. Such emergency closure shall shall be effective when made, shall be be effective when made, shall not ex- for a period not to exceed sixty (60) ceed sixty (60) days, and may not sub- days, and may not subsequently be ex- sequently be extended unless the Ref- tended unless the Refuge Manager es- uge Manager establishes, after notice tablishes, after notice and public hear- and public hearing in the affected vi- ing in the affected vicinity and other cinity and other locations as appro- locations as appropriate, that such clo- priate, that such closure should be ex- sure should be extended. tended. (3) Notice of administrative actions (c) Notice of administrative actions taken pursuant to this section, and the taken pursuant to this section and the reasons justifying such actions, shall reasons justifying such actions shall be be published in at least one newspaper published in at least one newspaper of of general circulation within the State general circulation within the State and in at least one local newspaper if and in at least one local newspaper if available, and information about such available, and information about such actions and reasons therefor also shall actions and justifying reasons shall be be made available for broadcast on made available for broadcast on local local radio stations in a manner rea- radio stations in a manner reasonably sonably calculated to inform local calculated to inform local rural resi- rural residents in the affected vicinity. dents in the affected vicinity. All clo- All closures shall be designated on a sures shall be designated on a map

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which shall be available for public in- pursuant to existing law, including any spection at the office of the Refuge use of refuge areas for campsites, cab- Manager of the affected refuge area ins, motorized vehicles and aircraft and the post office or postal authority landing directly incident to the exer- of every affected community within or cise of such rights or privileges, is au- near the refuge area, or by the posting thorized; Provided, however, That the of signs in the vicinity of the closures, Refuge Manager may restrict or pro- or both. hibit the exercise of these rights or privileges or uses of federally owned Subpart C [Reserved] lands directly incident to such exercise if he determines, after conducting a Subpart D—Other Refuge Uses public hearing in the affected locality, that they are inconsistent with the § 36.31 Recreational activities. purposes of the refuge and that they (a) Public recreational activities constitute a significant expansion of within the Alaska National Wildlife commercial fishing activities within Refuges are authorized as long as such such refuge beyond the level of such ac- activities are conducted in a manner tivities in 1979. compatible with the purposes for which (c) The following provisions shall the areas were established. Such rec- apply to any person while engaged in reational activities include, but are not the taking of fish and wildlife within limited to, sightseeing, nature observa- an Alaska National Wildlife Refuge: tion and photography, sport hunting, (1) Trapping and sport hunting. (i) sport fishing, boating, camping, hiking, Each person shall secure and possess picnicking and other related activities. all required State licenses and shall Any existing special regulations now in comply with the applicable provisions force and effect shall continue to apply of State law unless further restricted to the applicable refuge lands in Alas- by Federal law; ka National Wildlife Refuges. (ii) Each person shall comply with (b) Surface collection, by hand (in- the applicable provisions of Federal cluding handheld gold pans) and for law; personal recreational use only, of rocks (iii) In addition to the requirements and minerals is authorized: Provided of paragraphs (a) and (b) of this sec- however, That (1) collection of silver, tion, each person shall continue to se- platinum, gemstones and fossils is pro- cure a trapping permit from the appro- hibited, and (2) collection methods priate Refuge Manager prior to trap- which may result in disturbance of ping on the Kenai, Izembek and Kodiak ground surface, such as the use of shov- Refuges and the Aleutian Islands Unit els, pickaxes, sluice boxes and dredges, of the Alaska Maritime Refuge. are prohibited. The recreation activi- (iv) It shall be unlawful for a person ties specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) having been airborne to use a firearm of this section may be prohibited or or any other weapon to take or assist otherwise restricted in accordance with in taking a wolf or wolverine until the provisions of § 36.42. after 3:00 a.m. on the day following the day in which the flying occurred, ex- § 36.32 Taking of fish and wildlife. cept that a trapper may use a firearm (a) The taking of fish and wildlife for or any other weapon to dispatch a le- sport hunting, trapping and sport fish- gally caught wolf or wolverine in a ing is authorized in accordance with trap or snare on the same day in which applicable State and Federal law and the flying occurred. This prohibition such laws are hereby adopted and made does not apply to flights on regularly a part of these regulations; Provided scheduled commercial airlines between however, That the Refuge Manager, regularly maintained public airports. pursuant to § 36.42, may designate areas (2) Sport and commercial fishing. (i) where, and establish periods when, no Each person shall secure and possess taking of a particular population of all required State licenses and shall fish or wildlife shall be permitted. comply with the applicable provisions (b) The exercise of valid commercial of State law unless further restricted fishing rights or privileges obtained by Federal law;

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(ii) Each person shall comply with Immediate family shall include the the applicable provisions of Federal spouse and children, either by birth or law. adoption, of the claimant residing in (d) Nothing in this section shall the cabin or structure. apply to the taking of fish and wildlife New cabin shall mean any permitted for subsistence uses. cabin constructed on refuge lands after (e) Nothing in these rules shall be in- December 2, 1980. This may also include terpreted as waiving the requirements a cabin whose claimant failed to meet of other fish and wildlife conservation the application deadline for existing statutes such as the Airborne Hunting cabins but is otherwise a permitted Act or those provisions of subchapter C cabin. of title 50 CFR regarding the taking of Other related structures shall mean depredating wildlife. Animal control those structures or devices essential to programs shall only be conducted in the activities for which the cabin spe- accordance with a special use permit cial use permit is issued. This includes issued by the Refuge Manager. but is not limited to outdoor toilets, food caches, storage sheds, and fish [46 FR 31827, June 17, 1981, as amended at 59 FR 39412, Aug. 2, 1994] drying racks. Private recreational use shall mean a § 36.33 What do I need to know about use associated with leisure activities, using cabins and related structures not including bona fide subsistence on Alaska National Wildlife Ref- uses or authorized commercial uses. uges? Public use cabin shall mean a cabin (a) Definitions. As used in this sec- owned and administered by the Fish tion, the term: and Wildlife Service and available for Administrative cabin shall mean any use by the public. cabin only used by refuge or other au- (b) All cabins. The regulations in this thorized personnel for the administra- paragraph (b) shall apply to all cabins, tion of the refuge. claimants, occupants, and guests. The Cabin shall mean a small, usually regulations in this paragraph (b) do not single-story, three or more sided struc- apply to temporary facilities: any ture that is permanently and com- structure or man-made improvement pletely enclosed with a roof and walls. which can readily be completely dis- The roof and walls are not fabric, can- mantled and removed from the site not be easily disassembled, and are not when the period of authorized use is removed seasonally. terminated. Commercial cabin shall mean any (1) A special use permit is required to cabin which is used in association with construct, use and/or occupy a cabin on a commercial operation including but Fish and Wildlife Service lands within not limited to commercial fishing ac- the refuge. The permit may also au- tivities and recreational guiding serv- thorize the use of related structures ices. and other necessary appurtenances. Existing cabin shall mean any cabin (2) After adequate public notice has situated on Federal lands before De- been given, unclaimed cabins become cember 2, 1980. A cabin legally situated the property of the Federal Govern- on lands that subsequently become ref- ment. Adequate public notice shall in- uge will also be considered an ‘‘exist- clude: Posting notices of trespass on ing’’ cabin providing the applicant unclaimed cabins; publication of no- meets the appropriate application tices of trespass in Anchorage and deadlines. Fairbanks newspapers and in at least Family shall include the spouse (in- one local newspaper if available; and cluding what is known as a common- posting notices of trespass at appro- law relationship), children by birth or priate community post offices. A Gov- adoption, and other blood relatives ernment-owned cabin may be used for within the second degree of kindred. refuge administration, used for emer- Guest shall mean a person who occa- gency purposes by the public, per- sionally visits the permittee in the mitted to another applicant, des- cabin. This term does not include cli- ignated a public use cabin, or de- ents using commercial cabins. stroyed. Disposal of excess cabins and

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structures will be according to regula- the refuge was established. The cabin tions pursuant to title 41, chapter 114 and related structures are the personal of the Code of Federal Regulations. property of the claimant and can be re- (3) Willful noncompliance with the moved by him/her upon non-renewal or conditions and stipulations of a special revocation. The owner of a cabin may use permit shall be considered grounds sell his/her interest in the cabin to an- to invoke the administrative process other person; however, the new owner leading to notice and hearing, and pos- does not automatically qualify for a sible revocation of the permit. The ref- permit and must apply for a new one. uge manager will attempt to resolve (2) To obtain a special use permit for problems of noncompliance with the a cabin that was not under permit or permittee as soon as possible after the lease before December 2, 1980, or at the situation becomes known. If this effort time the land was subsequently added fails, the refuge manager shall provide to the refuge, a claimant should submit written notice to the permittee within to the refuge manager an application 30 days of that date, informing the per- that includes the following: mittee of noncompliance, giving spe- (i) Reasonable proof of possessory in- cific instructions for compliance and terest or right to occupy the cabin as providing appropriate time for the per- shown by affidavit, bill of sale, or other mittee to comply. document. (4) No special use permit will be (ii) Date of construction or acquisi- issued for the construction of a cabin tion. for private recreational use or for the (iii) A sketch or photograph that ac- private recreational use of an existing curately depicts the cabin and related cabin. structures. (5) Guests are allowed to occupy a (iv) The dimensions of the cabin and cabin only during the activity period related structures. identified on the special use permit. (v) A U.S. Geological Survey topo- Guests occupying a cabin during the graphic map that shows the geographic absence of the permittee shall obtain a location of the cabin and related struc- letter of authorization from the per- tures. mittee. The guest must have a copy of (vi) The claimant’s agreement to va- the letter in his/her possession. In com- cate and remove all personal property mercial cabins, the permittee or an- from the cabin and related structures other person listed on the permit must within one year from receipt of a non- be present when the cabin is occupied renewal or revocation notice. by guests or clients. (vii) The claimant’s acknowledgment (6) A person whose permit application that he/she has no legal interest in the (new or renewal) for a cabin has been real property on which the cabin and denied or whose cabin permit has been related structures are located. revoked by the refuge manager may ap- (viii) A list of family members resid- peal to the Regional Director as de- ing with the claimant in the cabin scribed in § 36.41(b). being applied for. It need only include (c) Existing cabins. In addition to those immediate family members who paragraph (b) of this section, the regu- may be eligible to renew a permit for lations in this paragraph (c) shall apply continued use and occupancy upon the to all existing cabins, claimants, occu- original claimant’s death (this is not pants, and guests. applicable to cabins used for commer- (1) Where a valid cabin permit or cial purposes). lease was in effect on December 2, 1980, (3) Applications for permits for exist- or at the time the land was subse- ing cabins, which are not currently quently added to the refuge, the refuge under valid permits, will only be ac- manager shall provide for the continu- cepted for a period of one year fol- ation of the permit or lease under the lowing the effective date of these regu- same conditions. The new permit shall lations. However, cabins that were le- be nontransferable and renewable every gally located on lands that subse- five years unless the continuation quently become refuge will also be con- would directly threaten or signifi- sidered ‘‘existing’’ cabins. The owners cantly impair the purposes for which will have two years following the date

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the lands become refuge to apply for a mental and resource protection, re- permit. Following those dates, all ap- search activities, protection of historic plications for cabins will be for ‘‘new’’ or scientific values, subsistence uses, cabins only, no matter when the cabin endangered or threatened species con- was built or first used. If ownership is servation and other management con- not established within three years siderations necessary to ensure that after the land becomes refuge, the the activities authorized pursuant to a cabin may be considered abandoned, permit are compatible with the pur- and it will become Federal property in poses for which the refuge was estab- accordance with Federal regulations. lished. (4) The occupancy of a noncommer- (2) To obtain a special use permit for cial cabin is limited to the permittee a new cabin, an applicant should sub- and his/her family, bona fide partners, mit to the refuge manager an applica- and guests. tion that includes the following: (5) Major modification or rehabilita- (i) A sketch that accurately depicts tion of an existing cabin must be ap- the proposed cabin and related struc- proved by the refuge manager before tures. construction begins. The modifications (ii) The dimensions of the proposed will be done by the permittee or des- cabin and related structures. ignated agent and will remain the (iii) A U.S. Geological Survey topo- property of the permittee. Major addi- graphic map that shows the geographic tions (e.g., larger than the original location of the proposed cabin and re- cabin) may fall under the ownership lated structures. provisions for new cabins. Although (iv) The applicant’s agreement to va- cabins destroyed by accidents, van- cate and remove all personal property dalism or natural causes may be recon- from the cabin and related structures structed, they must be approved by the within one year from receipt of a non- refuge manager before construction renewal or revocation notice. and must meet the construction guide- (v) The applicant’s acknowledgment lines for new cabins, even though re- that he/she has no legal interest in the maining the property of the claimant. cabin and related structures or in the (d) New cabins. In addition to para- real property on which the cabin and graph (b) of this section, the regula- related structures are located. tions in this paragraph (d) shall apply (vi) A list of family members residing to all new cabins, claimants, occu- with the applicant in the cabin being pants, and guests. applied for. It need only include those (1) A nontransferable, five year spe- immediate family members who may cial use permit shall only be issued be eligible to renew a permit for con- upon a determination that the pro- tinued use and occupancy upon the posed construction, use and mainte- original claimant’s death. nance of the cabin is compatible with (3) The permitting instrument shall refuge purposes and that the cabin use be a nontransferable renewable five is either directly related to refuge ad- year special use permit. It shall be re- ministration or is needed for continu- newed every five years (upon request) ation of an ongoing activity or use oth- until the death of the original claim- erwise allowed within the refuge where ant’s last immediate family member the applicant lacks a reasonable off- unless the special use permit has been refuge site. In addition, these activities revoked or the cabin has been aban- must have historically been supported doned. by the construction and use of cabins (4) No new cabins will be constructed in the geographic area. In general, new in designated wilderness areas unless cabin permits will be given only to they are built specifically for the ad- local residents to pursue a legitimate ministration of the area, for public subsistence activity. In determining safety, or for trapping where trapping whether to permit the construction, has been a traditional and customary use, and occupancy of cabins or other use. structures, the refuge manager shall be (5) New trapping cabins in wilderness guided by factors such as other public will be available for public use to en- uses, public health and safety, environ- sure public health and safety.

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(6) The occupancy of a noncommer- issued for periods of up to five years cial cabin is limited to the permittee, and is a separate permit from one and his/her family, bona fide partners, issued for the commercial activity. and guests. (f) Administrative and government- (e) Commercial cabins. In addition to owned public use cabins. In addition to paragraph (b) of this section, the regu- paragraph (a) of this section, the regulations in this paragraph (e) shall apply lations in this paragraph (f) apply to to all commercial cabins, permittees, all administrative and government- clients, guests, and occupants. owned cabins. (1) A special use permit is required (1) The refuge manager can designate for all cabins used for commercial pur- those cabins not under permit as ad- poses. Refuge managers may also issue ministrative cabins to be used for offi- special use permits that authorize ad- cial government business. Administra- ditional commercial use of an existing tive cabins may be used by the public cabin used for guiding, etc. The use of during life-threatening emergencies. a new cabin shall be limited to the type On a case-by-case basis, they may also of use specified in the original permit. be designated as public use cabins when The refuge manager may permit the not needed for government purposes. In use of an existing cabin on non-wilder- such cases, the refuge manager must ness refuge lands for the exercise of inform the public and post dates or sea- valid commercial fishing rights. Such a sons when the cabins are available. permit may be denied if, after con- (2) The refuge manager may des- ducting a public hearing in the affected ignate government-owned cabins as locality, it is found that the use is in- public use cabins. They are only inconsistent with refuge purposes and is tended for short-term public rec- a significant expansion of commercial reational use and occupancy. The ref- fishing activities within the unit be- uge manager may develop an alloca- yond 1979 levels. tion system for managing public use (2) When the commercial fishing or cabins for short-term recreational use. guiding rights associated with a per- No existing public use cabins shall be mittee’s existing cabin are acquired by removed or new public use cabins con- a new party, the privilege of using the structed within wilderness areas des- cabin cannot be sold and the new party ignated by the Alaska National Inter- does not necessarily qualify for a cabin est Lands Conservation Act of 1980 or permit. He/she must apply for a permit subsequently designated wilderness and meet the criteria described in this areas until the Secretary of the Inte- paragraph (e) before issuance of a spe- rior notifies the House Committee on cial use permit by the refuge manager. Interior and Insular Affairs and the He/she may not occupy the cabin before Senate Committee on Energy and Nat- issuance of a permit. ural Resources. (3) No new commercial cabins will be permitted in wilderness areas. [59 FR 38314, July 27, 1994, as amended at 64 (4) Commercial cabins may be occu- FR 14151, Mar. 24, 1999] pied only by persons legitimately in- § 36.34 Firearms. volved in the commercial enterprise, assistants, employees, their families, The possession, use and transporting guests and clients and only during the of firearms is authorized for hunting time that the authorized activity is oc- and personal protection in accordance curring. The names of those individ- with State and Federal laws unless pro- uals, excluding guests and clients, will hibited or otherwise restricted by the be listed on the permit. The permittee Refuge Manager in accordance with the or another individual listed on the per- provisions of § 36.42. mit must be present when the cabin is occupied. § 36.35 Unattended property. (5) Special use permits for commer- (a) Leaving any snowmachine, vessel, cial cabins may be renewed annually in off-road vehicle or other personal prop- conjunction with the special use per- erty unattended for longer than 12 mit renewal for the commercial activ- months without the prior permission of ity itself. The cabin permit may be the Refuge Manager is prohibited, and

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any property so left may be impounded lands. Nothing in this section shall re- by the Refuge Manager. quire the Refuge Manager to issue a (b) The Refuge Manager may (1) des- visitor services permit if not otherwise ignate areas where personal property mandated by statute to do so. Nothing may not be left unattended for any in this section shall authorize the Ref- time period, (2) establish limits on the uge Manager to issue a visitor services amount and type of personal property permit to a person who is not capable that may be left unattended, (3) pre- of carrying out its terms and condi- scribed the manner in which personal tions in a satisfactory manner. property may be left unattended or (4) (3) This section does not apply to the establish limits on the length of time guiding of sport hunting or sport fish- personal property may be left unat- ing. tended. (b) Definitions. The following defini- (c) Such designations and restrictions shall apply to this section: tions arising under paragraph (b) of (1) Best offer means a responsive offer this section shall be (1) published in at that best meets, as determined by the least one newspaper of general circula- Refuge Manager, the selection criteria tion within the State, posted at com- contained in a competitive solicitation munity post offices within the affected for a visitor services permit. vicinity, made available for broadcast on local radio stations in a manner rea- (2) Controlling interest, in the case of a sonably calculated to inform residents corporation means an interest, bene- in the affected community, and des- ficial or otherwise, of sufficient out- ignated in a map which shall be avail- standing voting securities or capital of able for public inspection at the office the business, so as to permit exercise of of the Refuge Manager, or (2) des- final managerial authority over the ac- ignated by the posting of appropriate tions and operations of the corpora- signs or (3) both. tion, or election of a majority of the (d) In the event unattended property Board of Directors of the corporation. interferes with the safe and orderly (3) Controlling interest in the case of a management of a refuge area or causes partnership, limited partnership, joint damage to refuge resources, it may be venture or individual entrepreneurship impounded by the Refuge Manager at means a beneficial ownership of or in- any time. terest in the entity so as to permit the exercise of final managerial authority § 36.36 Sled dogs and household pets. over the actions and operations of the The general trespass provisions of 50 entity. CFR 26.21 shall not apply to household (4) Controlling interest in other cir- pets and sled, work, or pack dogs under cumstances means any arrangement the direct control of their owners or under which a third party has the abil- handlers, but such activities may be ity to exercise general management prohibited or otherwise restricted pur- authority over the actions or oper- suant to the provisions of § 36.42. ations of the business. (5) Historical operator means any per- [46 FR 40192, Aug. 7, 1981] son who: § 36.37 Revenue producing visitor (i) On or before January 1, 1979, was services. lawfully engaged in adequately pro- (a) Applicability. (1) Except as other- viding any type of visitor service in a wise provided for in this paragraph, the refuge within the scope of paragraph regulations contained in this section (c) of this section; apply to new visitor services provided (ii) Has continued to lawfully provide within all National Wildlife Refuge that visitor service; and areas in Alaska. (iii) Is otherwise determined by the (2) The rights granted by this section Refuge Manager to have a right to con- to historical operators, preferred oper- tinue to provide such services or simi- ators, and Cook Inlet Region, Incor- lar services pursuant to paragraph (c) porated, are not exclusive. The Refuge of this section. Manager may authorize other persons (6) Local area means that area in to provide visitor services on refuge Alaska within 100 miles of the location

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within a refuge where any of the vis- are in excess of the bona fide expenses itor service is authorized. of the trip. (7) Local resident means: (13) Right of first refusal means, as it (i) For individuals. Those individuals relates to section 1307(a) of ANILCA, a that have maintained their primary, reasonable opportunity for a historical permanent residence and business operator to review a description of the within the local area for the past new similar service and the terms and twelve (12) consecutive months and conditions upon which it is to be pro- whenever absent from this primary, vided to determine if the historical vis- permanent residence, have the inten- itor service operator wishes to provide tion of returning to it. Factors dem- the service. As it relates to section onstrating the location of an individ- 1307(c) of ANILCA, it refers to the op- ual’s primary, permanent residence and business may include, but are not lim- portunity for Cook Inlet Region, Incor- ited to, the permanent address indi- porated to have the first opportunity cated on licenses issued by the State of to provide new visitor services on the Alaska, tax returns, and voter registra- Kenai National Wildlife Refuge in the tions. Cook Inlet Region. (ii) For corporations. A corporation in (c) Visitor services existing on or before which the controlling interest is held January 1, 1979, ‘‘historical operators’’. by an individual or individuals who (1) A historical operator shall have a qualify as ‘‘local resident(s)’’ within right to continue to provide visitor the meaning of this section. For non- services or similar services within such profit corporations a majority of the area, under appropriate terms and con- board members and a majority of the ditions, so long as such services are de- officers must qualify as ‘‘local resi- termined by the Refuge Manager to be dents.’’ consistent with the purposes for which (8) Native Corporation means the same the refuge was established. A historical as defined in section 102(6) of ANILCA. operator must obtain a permit from (9) Preferred operator means a local the refuge manager to conduct the vis- resident or Native Corporation which is itor services. The permit shall be for a entitled to a preference under this sec- fixed term and specified area, and shall tion in the award of a permit, and as contain such terms and conditions as otherwise provided under section are in the public interest. Failure to 1307(b) of ANILCA. comply with the terms and conditions (10) A responsive offer means one which is timely made and meets the of the permit may result in cancella- terms and conditions of the solicitation of the authorization and con- tion document. sequent loss of historical operator (11) Similar visitor service means that rights under this section. Nothing in visitor service authorized by the Ref- this section shall prohibit the Refuge uge Manager to be provided on a refuge Manager from permitting persons, in and determined by the Refuge Man- addition to historical operators, to pro- ager, on a case by case basis, to be vide visitor services in the refuge at similar to an established service being the Refuge Manager’s discretion so provided by a historical operator. long as historical operators are per- (12) Visitor service means any service mitted to conduct a scope or level of or activity made available for a fee, visitor services equal to or greater commission, brokerage, or other com- than those provided prior to January 1, pensation to persons who visit a refuge, 1979, under terms and conditions con- including such services as providing sistent with this section. A historical food, accommodations, transportation, operator may be permitted by the Ref- tours, and guides excepting the guiding uge Manager, under separate author- of sport hunting and fishing. This also ity, to increase the scope or level of includes any activity where one partic- visitor services provided prior to Janu- ipant/member or group of participants ary 1, 1979, but no historical operating pays more in fees than the other par- rights shall be obtained in such in- ticipants (non-member fees, etc.), or crease. fees are paid to the organization which

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(2) A historical operator may also (5) The rights of a historical operator apply to the Refuge Manager for a per- shall terminate if the historical oper- mit or amended permit to provide simi- ator fails to provide the visitor services lar types of visitor services. Granting under the terms and conditions of a the request will not result in an in- permit issued by the Refuge Manager crease in the scope or level of service or fails to provide the visitor services in excess of those provided as of Janu- for a period of more than twenty four ary 1, 1979, by the requesting historical (24) consecutive months. operator. The Refuge Manager shall (6) The rights of a historical operator grant the request if such visitor serv- under this section shall terminate upon ices are determined by the Refuge Man- a change, after January 1, 1979, in the ager to be: controlling interest of the historical (i) Consistent with the management operator through sale, assignment, de- of refuge resources and the purposes for vise, transfer or otherwise. which the refuge area was established; (7) The Refuge Manager may author- (ii) Similar to the visitor services ize other persons to provide visitor provided by the historical operator services in a refuge in addition to his- prior to January 1, 1979; and torical operators, as long as such other (iii) Consistent with the legal rights persons conduct the services in a man- of any other person. ner compatible with the purposes of (3) When a historical operator permit the refuge. has expired, and if the visitor services (d) Visitor services initially authorized permitted by it were adequately pro- after January 1, 1979, ‘‘preferred opera- vided and consistent with the purposes tors’’. (1) In selecting persons to proof the refuge as determined by the Ref- vide, and in permitting any type of vis- uge Manager, the Refuge Manager shall itor service, excepting guided hunting renew the permit for a fixed term con- or fishing, the Refuge Manager will sistent with such new terms and condi- give a preference to preferred operators tions as are in the public interest. determined qualified to provide such Should a historical operator decline to visitor services. Preferences for most accept an offer of renewal, its rights as directly affected Native Corporation(s) a historical operator shall be consid- and local residents are equal and are ered as terminated. not additive. (4) If the Refuge Manager determines (2) In selecting persons to provide that permitted visitor services must be any type of visitor service for refuges curtailed or reduced in scope or season subject to a preferred operator pref- to protect refuge resources, or for erence under this section, the Refuge other purposes, the Refuge Manager Manager will publicly solicit competi- shall require the historical operator to tive offers for persons to apply for a make such changes in visitor services. permit, or the renewal of a permit, to If more than one historical operator provide such visitor service pursuant providing the same type of visitor serv- to Service procedures. Preferred opera- ices is required to have those services tors must submit a responsive offer to curtailed, the Refuge Manager shall es- such solicitation in order to effect tablish a proportionate reduction of their preference. If, as a result of the visitor services among all such histor- solicitation, an offer from a person ical operators, taking into account his- other than a preferred operator is de- torical operating levels and other ap- termined to be the best offer and that propriate factors, so as to achieve a offeror is determined to be capable of fair curtailment of visitor services carrying out the terms of the permit, among the historical operators. If the the preferred operator which submitted level of visitor services must be so cur- the most responsive offer shall be given tailed that only one historical operator an opportunity to substantially equal feasibly may continue to provide the the best offer received by amending its visitor services, the Refuge Manager offer. If the amended offer of the pre- shall select one historical operator to ferred operator is considered by the continue to provide the curtailed vis- Refuge Manager as being substantially itor services through a competitive se- equal to the terms of the best offer, the lection process. preferred operator, if determined to be

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capable of carrying out the terms of section must document controlling in- the permit, shall be awarded the visitor terest by CIRI when made in coopera- service permit. If the preferred oper- tion with village corporations within ator fails to meet these requirements, the Cook Inlet Region. The CIRI right the Refuge Manager shall award the of first refusal shall have precedence permit to the person who submitted over the rights of preferred operators. the best offer in response to the solici- (3) The right of first refusal described tation. The Native Corporation(s) de- in this section may not be sold, trans- termined to be ‘‘most directly af- ferred, devised, or assigned, directly or fected’’ under this section and local indirectly. residents have equal preference. (f) Most directly affected Native Cor- (3) Nothing in this section shall pro- poration determination. (1) Prior to the hibit the Refuge Manager from author- issuance of a solicitation document for izing persons other than preferred oper- any new visitor service in a refuge, the ators to provide visitor services in ref- Refuge Manager shall provide an oppor- uge areas so long as the procedures de- tunity for any Native Corporation inscribed in this section have been fol- terested in providing visitor services lowed with respect to preferred opera- within that refuge to submit an appli- tors. Preferred operators are not enti- cation to the Refuge Manager to be de- tled by this section to provide all vis- termined ‘‘most directly affected’’ Na- itor services in a qualified refuge. tive Corporation. The application shall (4) An offer from a Native Corpora- include but not be limited to, the fol- tion or a local corporation under this lowing information: section must document its controlling (i) The name, address, and telephone interest in the entity or in the case of number of the Native Corporation, the a joint venture, all partners, making date of incorporation, its articles of in- the offer. corporation and structure, and the (5) The preferences described in this name of the applicable refuge area; section may not be sold, assigned, (ii) The location of the corporation’s transferred, or devised, directly or indi- population center or centers; rectly. (iii) An assessment of the socio- (e) Preference to Cook Inlet Region, In- economic impacts, including historical corporated (CIRI). (1) Cook Inlet Re- and traditional use, and their effects gion, Incorporated, in cooperation with on the Native Corporation as a result village corporations within Cook Inlet of the expansion or establishment of Region when appropriate, shall have a the refuge; and right of first refusal to provide new vis- (iv) Any other information the Na- itor services within that portion of the tive Corporation believes is relevant. Kenai National Moose Range (Kenai (2) Upon receipt of all applications National Wildlife Refuge) within the from interested Native Corporations, boundaries of Cook Inlet Region. The the Refuge Manager will determine the CIRI shall have ninety (90) days from ‘‘most directly affected’’ Native Cor- receipt of a prospectus in which to ex- poration based on, but not limited to, ercise its right. the following criteria: (2) In order to exercise this right of (i) The number of acres of surface first refusal, CIRI must submit an offer land within and adjoining the refuge responsive to the terms of a visitor that the Native Corporation owns, or services solicitation. If CIRI makes which has been selected under the such an offer and is determined by the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, Refuge Manager to be capable of car- unless such selection is determined to rying out the terms of the special use be invalid or is relinquished; permit, it shall be awarded the permit. (ii) The distance and accessibility If it does not, the permit may be from the Native Corporation’s popu- awarded to another person pursuant to lation center and/or business address to a showing that such other person can the applicable refuge; and carry out the conditions of the special (iii) The socio-economic impacts, in- use permit in a manner compatible cluding historic and traditional use, with the purposes of the refuge. An and their effects as a result of the ex- offer being made by CIRI under this pansion or establishment of the refuge.

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(3) In the event that more than one Peninsula/Becharof National Wildlife Native Corporation is determined to be Refuge (Complex) includes the equally affected, each such Native Cor- Becharof National Wildlife Refuge, the poration shall be considered as a pre- Chignik and Ugashik Units of the Alas- ferred operator under this section. ka Peninsula National Wildlife Refuge (4) The Refuge Manager’s ‘‘most di- and the Seal Cape Area of the Alaska rectly affected’’ Native Corporation de- Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. termination or when requested, the Re- (2) Off-road vehicles are permitted on gional Director’s appeal decision for a the refuge complex under refuge is applicable for all new visitor § 36.12(a),§ 36.39(c)(2)(ii) or services in that refuge. § 36.39(c)(2)(iii) and must meet the fol- (5) Any Native Corporation that has lowing conditions: not applied for a most directly affected (i) Vehicles are limited to three or Native Corporation determination may four-wheeled vehicles with a maximum apply for a determination upon gross weight of 650 pounds as listed by issuance of a future solicitation for a the manufacturer. new visitor service. A corporation de- (ii) ORV’s are permitted on the fol- termined to be most directly affected lowing trails only: Yantarni Bay Air- for a refuge will maintain that status strip; Yantarni Bay Airstrip to beach for all future visitor service solicita- trail; and Yantarni Bay Airstrip to oil tions. well site trail. Maps of the above areas (g) Appeal procedures. Any person(s) are available from the Refuge Manager. who believe that they have been im- (iii) Subject to the weight and size properly denied rights with respect to restrictions listed in (i) above, subsist- providing visitor services under this ence use of off-road vehicles, as author- section may appeal the denial to the ized by 50 CFR 36.12(a) is allowed Regional Director. Such an appeal throughout the Alaska Peninsula/ must be submitted in writing within Becharof National Wildlife Refuge forty-five (45) days of receipt of the de- Complex. nial from which an appeal is sought. (3) Camping is permitted on the Ref- The appeals process as defined in 50 uge Complex subject to the following CFR subpart F, 36.41(b) will apply with restrictions: exception of the period of time allowed (i) These camping limits do not apply to file an appeal. to subsistence users except at Big Creek where they apply to all refuge [62 FR 1842, Jan. 14, 1997] complex users. (ii) No permanent improvements may Subpart E—Refuge Specific be made to campsites without a special Regulations use permit. All materials brought on to the refuge complex must be removed § 36.39 Public use. upon cessation of camping unless au- (a) General. Public use of Alaska Na- thorized by a special use permit. tional Wildlife Refuges (NWR) is per- (iii) Other than reserved sites author- mitted subject to all other parts of 50 ized by special use permits, camping at CFR part 36, those sections of 50 CFR one location is limited to seven con- subchapter C not supplemented by part secutive nights from August 1 through 36, and the following refuge-specific re- November 15 within 1⁄4 mile of the fol- quirements: lowing waters: Becharof Lake in the (b) Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Severson Peninsula area (Island Arm); Refuge. (1) Amchitka Island—closed to Becharof Lake Outlet; Ugashik Nar- all public access, occupancy and use, rows; Big Creek; Gertrude Lake; and unless specifically authorized by a spe- Gertrude Creek between Gertrude Lake cial use permit issued jointly by the and the King Salmon River. Maps of Refuge Manager and the U.S. Navy the above areas are available from the (Commanding Officer, Fleet Surveil- Refuge Manager. lance Support Command, Chesapeake, (iv) Tent camps must be moved a Virginia). minimum of one mile following each (c) Alaska Peninsula/Becharof National seven-night camping stay during the Wildlife Refuge Complex. (1) The Alaska periods specified above.

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(4) Temporary facilities may be au- Harvey Lake thorized on the Alaska Peninsula/ High Lake Becharof National Wildlife Refuge Iceberg Lake Kolomin Lakes Complex by special use permit only, Lower Russian Lake subject to the following conditions: Martin Lake (i) Except for administrative or sub- Pothole Lake sistence purposes, new temporary fa- Twin Lakes cilities are prohibited within 1⁄4 mile of Upper Russian Lake the Becharof Lake shoreline. Windy Lake (ii) Except for administrative pur- Dinglestadt Glacier terminus lake Wusnesenski Glacier terminus lake poses, new temporary facilities are pro- Tustumena Lake and all wilderness lakes hibited in the following areas: within 1⁄4 within one mile of the shoreline of mile of the shorelines of Gertrude Lake Tustumena Lake. 1 and Long Lake; within ⁄4 mile of the All unnamed lakes in sections 1 & 2, T. 1 airstrip on the south side of the King S., R. 10 W., and sections 4, 5, 8, & 9, T. 1 S., Salmon River approximately 1⁄2 mile R. 9 W., S.M., AK. above the confluence of Gertrude Creek MYSTERY CREEK UNIT and the King Salmon River; within 1⁄4 mile of the shoreline of Upper and An unnamed lake in section 11, T. 6 N., R. Lower Ugashik Lakes; within 1⁄4 mile of 5 W., S.M., AK. the shoreline of Becharof Lake outlet; (B) Airplanes may operate on all and within 1⁄4 mile of the shoreline of lakes outside the Kenai Wilderness, ex- Big Creek. Maps of the above areas are cept those lakes with recreational de- available from the Refuge Manager. velopments, including, but not limited (d)–(h) [Reserved] to, campgrounds, campsites, and public (i) Kenai National Wildlife Refuge—(1) hiking trails connected to road way- Aircraft. (i) The operation of aircraft on sides. The non-wilderness lakes closed the Kenai NWR, except in an emer- to aircraft operations are as follows: gency, is permitted only as authorized in designated areas as described below. NORTH OF STERLING HIGHWAY These areas are also depicted on a map Afonasi Lake available from the Refuge Manager. Anertz Lake (A) Within the Canoe Lakes, Andy Si- Breeze Lake mons, and Mystery Creek units of the Cashka Lake Kenai Wilderness, only the following Dabbler Lake Dolly Varden Lake lakes are designated for airplane oper- Forest Lake ations: Imeri Lake Lili Lake CANOE LAKES UNIT Mosquito Lake Bedlam Lake Rainbow Lake Bird Lake Silver Lake Cook Lake Upper Jean Lake Grouse Lake Watson Lake King Lake Weed Lake Mull Lake West Lake Nekutak Lake All lakes in the Skilak Loop Area (South Norak Lake of Sterling Highway and North of Skilak Sandpiper Lake Lake) are closed to aircraft except that air- Scenic Lake planes may land on Bottenintnin Lake, Shoepac Lake which is open year-around and Hidden Lake, Snowshoe Lake which is only open for sport ice fishing. Taiga Lake Tangerra Lake SOUTH OF STERLING HIGHWAY Vogel Lake Headquarters Lake is restricted to admin- Wilderness Lake istrative use only. Pepper, Gene, and Swanson Lakes are only open for sport ice fishing. (ii) Notwithstanding any other provision of these regulations, the operation ANDY SIMONS UNIT of aircraft is prohibited between May 1 Emerald Lake and September 30, inclusive, on any Green Lake lake where nesting trumpeter swans

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and/or their broods are present, except son, Funny, Chickaloon (upstream of Windy and Lonesome Lakes where the river mile 7.5), Killey, and Fox Rivers. closure is between May 1 and Sep- (v) A ‘‘no-wake’’ restriction applies tember 10 inclusive. to Engineer, Upper and Lower Ohmer, (iii) The operation of wheeled air- Bottenintnin, Upper and Lower Jean, craft, at the pilot’s own risk, is only Kelly, Petersen, Watson, Imeri, authorized on the unmaintained Big In- Afonasi, Dolly Varden, and Rainbow dian Creek Airstrip, on gravel areas Lakes. within 1⁄2 mile of Wusnesenski Glacier (vi) Notwithstanding any other provi- terminus lake, and within the SE1⁄4, sion of these regulations, operation of section 16 and SW1⁄4, section 15, T. 4 S., a motorboat is prohibited between May R. 8 W., Seward Meridian. 1 and September 30, inclusive, on any (iv) Unlicensed aircraft are permitted lake where nesting trumpeter swans to operate on the refuge only as au- and/or their broods are present, except thorized by a special use permit from Windy and Lonesome Lakes where the the Refuge Manager. closure is between May 1 and Sep- (v) Airplanes may operate only with- tember 10, inclusive. in designated areas on the Chickaloon (3) Off-Road Vehicles. (i) The use of Flats, as depicted on a map available air cushion, airboat, or other motor- from the Refuge Manager. ized watercraft, except motorboats, is (vi) Airplane operation is permitted not allowed on the Kenai NWR, except on the Kasilof River, the Chickaloon as authorized by a special use permit River outlet, and the Kenai River from the Refuge Manager. below Skilak Lake from June 15 (ii) Off-road vehicle use, including op- through March 14. All other rivers on eration on lake and river ice, is not the refuge are closed to aircraft. permitted. Licensed highway vehicles (2) Motorboats. Motorboats are au- are permitted on Hidden, Engineer, thorized on all waters of the refuge ex- Kelly, Petersen, and Watson Lakes for cept under the following conditions and ice fishing purposes only, and must within the following areas: enter and exit lakes via existing boat (i) Motorboats are not authorized on ramps. lakes within the Canoe Lakes Unit of (4) Snowmobiles. Operation of snow- the Kenai Wilderness, except those mobiles is authorized on the Kenai lakes designated for airplane oper- NWR subject to the following condi- ations as described on a map available tions and exceptions: from the Refuge Manager. Boat motor (i) Snowmobiles are permitted be- use is not authorized on those portions tween December 1 and April 30 only of the Moose and Swanson Rivers with- when the Refuge Manager determines in the Canoe Lakes Unit of the Kenai that there is adequate snowcover to Wilderness. protect underlying vegetation and (ii) That section of the Kenai River soils. During this time, the Refuge from the outlet of Skilak Lake down- Manager will authorize, through public stream for three miles is closed to mo- notice, the use of snowmobiles less torboat use between March 15 and June than 46 inches in width and less than 14, inclusive. However, any boat having 1,000 pounds (450 kg) in weight. Des- a motor attached may drift or row ignated snowmobile areas are described through this section provided the on a map available from the Refuge motor is not operating. Manager. (iii) That section of the Kenai River (ii) All areas above timberline, ex- from the powerline crossing located ap- cept Caribou Hills, are closed to snow- proximately one mile below the con- mobile use. fluence of the Russian and Kenai Riv- (iii) The area within sections 5, 6, 7, ers downstream to Skilak Lake is and 8, T. 4 N., R. 10 W., S.M., AK., east closed to motorboats. However, any of the Sterling Highway right-of-way, boat having a motor attached may including the refuge headquarters com- drift or row through this section pro- plex, the environmental education/ vided the motor is not operating. cross-country ski trails, Headquarters (iv) Motors in excess of 10 horsepower and Nordic lakes, and the area north of are not authorized on the Moose, Swan- the east fork of Slikok Creek and

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northwest of a prominent seismic trail S.M., AK., encompassing the Kenai to Funny River Road, is closed to NWR headquarters/visitor center and snowmobile use. associated environmental education (iv) An area, including the Swanson trails, are prohibited. The boundary of River Canoe Route and portages, begin- these administrative and environ- ning at the Paddle Lake parking area, mental education areas is depicted on a then west and north along the Canoe map available from the Refuge Man- Lakes wilderness boundary to the ager. Swanson River, continuing northeast (6) Fishing. Fishing is prohibited June along the river to Wild Lake Creek, 1 to August 15, on the south bank of then east to the west shore of Shoepac the Kenai River from the Kenai-Rus- Lake, south to the east shore of Antler sian River Ferry dock to a point 100 Lake, and west to the beginning point feet downstream. near Paddle Lake, is closed to snow- (7) What do I need to know about other mobile use. public uses on Kenai National Wildlife (v) An area, including the Swan Lake Refuge? (i) What are the camping restric- Canoe Route, and several road-con- tions? We allow camping subject to the nected public recreational lakes, following restrictions: bounded on the west by the Swanson (A) Camping may not exceed 14 days River Road, on the north by the Swan in any 30-day period anywhere on the Lake Road, on the east from a point at refuge. the east end of Swan Lake Road south (B) Campers may not spend more to the west bank of the Moose River, than two consecutive days at the and on the south by the refuge bound- Kenai-Russian River access area, more ary, is closed to snowmobile use. than seven consecutive days at Hidden (vi) Within the Skilak Loop Special Lake Campground, or more than seven Management Area, snowmobiles are consecutive days in refuge shelters. prohibited, except on Hidden, Kelly, (C) Within developed campgrounds, Petersen and Engineer lakes for ice camp only in designated areas and use fishing access only. Upper and Lower open fires only in portable, self-con- Skilak Lake campground boat tained, metal fire grills, or fire grates launches may be used as access points provided by us. for snowmobile use on Skilak Lake. 1⁄4 mile of the (vii) Snowmobiles may not be used on (D) Do not camp within Sterling Highway, Ski Hill, or Skilak maintained roads within the refuge. Loop roads except in designated camp- Snowmobiles may cross a maintained grounds. road after stopping and when traffic on the roadway allows safe snowmobile (E) Campers may cut only dead and crossing. down timber for campfire use. (viii) Snowmobiles may not be used (F) Pets must be on a leash no longer for racing or for the harassment of than nine feet in developed camp- wildlife. grounds. (5) Hunting and Trapping. (i) Firearms (ii) May I cut and remove timber? You may not be discharged within 1⁄4 mile of may remove timber, including the cut- designated public campgrounds, ting of firewood for home use, only if trailheads, waysides, buildings or the you have obtained a special use permit Sterling Highway from the east refuge from the Refuge Manager. boundary to the east junction of the (iii) May I leave personal property on Skilak Loop Road. the refuge? Yes, however, if you leave (ii) A special use permit, available personal property unattended for from the Refuge Manager, is required longer than 72 hours outside of a des- prior to baiting black bears. ignated area, obtain a special use per- (iii) Hunting with the aid or use of a mit from the Refuge Manager. dog for taking big game is permitted (iv) If I find research marking devices, only for black bear, and then only what do I do? Turn in all radio trans- under the terms of a special use permit mitters, neck and leg bands, ear tags, from the Refuge Manager. or other research marking devices re- (iv) Hunting and trapping within sec- covered from wildlife to the Refuge tions 5, 6, 7, and 8, T. 4 N., R. 10 W., Manager or the Alaska Department of

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Fish and Game within five days after and the adjacent riparian ownership recovery. (Koniag Inc.) fronting the survey and (v) May I use non-motorized wheeled extending to the center of Karluk vehicles on the refuge? Yes, but only on Lake; and all of Sections 35 and 36, ex- refuge roads designated and open for cluding U.S. Survey 10876 and the adja- public vehicular access. cent riparian ownership (Koniag Inc.) (vi) May I use motorized equipment on fronting the survey and extending to the refuge? You may not use motorized the center of Karluk Lake. Maps of the equipment, including but not limited closure area are available from the to chainsaws, generators, and auxiliary Refuge. power units, within the Kenai Wilder- (2) Access easement provision. Notwith- ness, except snowmobiles, airplanes standing any other provision of this and motorboats in designated areas. paragraph (j), there exists a 25-foot- (vii) Must I register to canoe on the ref- wide access easement on an existing uge? Only canoeists on the Swanson trail within the Koniag Inc. Regional River and Swan Lake Canoe Routes must register at entrance points. Max- Native Corporation lands within prop- imum group size is 15 persons. erties described in paragraph (j)(1) of (viii) Are any areas of the refuge closed this section in favor of the United to public use? (A) We close rock outcrop States of America. islands in Skilak Lake used by nesting (3) Permit requirement for Conservation cormorants and gulls and the adjacent Easement lands. Pursuant to the terms waters within 100 yards to public entry of a Conservation Easement held by and use from March 15 to September 30. the United States and the State of You may obtain maps showing these Alaska, we manage public use of cer- areas from the Refuge Manager. tain lands owned by Koniag, Inc. These (B) From July 1 to August 15 the pub- lands are inholdings within the exte- lic may not use or access any portion rior boundaries of the Kodiak National of the 25-foot wide public easements Wildlife Refuge. The Conservation along both banks of the Kenai River Easement was recorded in the Kodiak within the Moose Range Meadows area; Recording District, Alaska, on Decem- or along the Homer Electric Associa- ber 6, 2002, as document number 2002– tion Right-of-Way from Funny River 003448–0. The lands subject to the Con- Road and Keystone Drive to the down- servation Easement to which the per- stream limits of the streamside ease- mit requirement in this paragraph ments. You may obtain maps showing apply are all lands within 1⁄2 mile of the these closed areas from the Refuge west shore of Karluk Lake, from the Manager by referring to Sections 1, 2, lake outlet to the southern boundary and 3 of Township 4 North, Range 10 of T. 32 S., R. 30 W. (surveyed), Seward West, Seward Meridian. Meridian; all lands within 1⁄2 mile of (j) Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge—(1) the east shore of Karluk Lake, from Seasonal public use closure of the the lake outlet to a point due east of O’Malley River Area. The area within the north end of Camp Island; and all the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge lands within a 1⁄2-mile band of land on described in this paragraph (j)(1) is either side of the Karluk River, from closed to all public access, occupancy, and use from June 25 through Sep- the Karluk Lake outlet downstream to tember 30, except for individuals par- the refuge boundary. A map is avail- ticipating in the O’Malley River Bear- able from the refuge showing the loca- Viewing Program. The area subject to tion of the easement lands that are seasonal closure consists of lands and subject to the permit requirement. You waters located within Township 33 are prohibited from using these lands South, Range 30 West, Seward Merid- unless: ian, Alaska, consisting of approxi- (i) You have a nontransferable permit mately 2,560 acres, and more particu- from the refuge; larly described as follows: Township 33 (ii) You are a concessionaire or a cli- South, Range 30 West, Seward Merid- ent of a concessionaire authorized by ian, Alaska, all of Section 25; all of Koniag, Inc., to provide revenue-pro- Section 26, excluding U.S. Survey 10875 ducing visitor services;

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(iii) You are an authorized user in ac- mental procedures for granting histor- cordance with section 7(d) of the Con- ical use, Native Corporation, and local servation Easement; or preferences in the selection of commer- (iv) You are limiting your use of the cial operators to hold permits to pro- property to public access easements es- vide visitor services, other than hunt- tablished under section 17(b) of the ing and fishing guiding on refuges in Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Alaska, are addressed in § 36.37, Rev- (4) Camping prohibition near facilities. enue producing visitor services. On lands within Kodiak National Wild- (b) Definitions. As used in this sec- life Refuge, you are prohibited from tion, the term or terms: camping within one-quarter mile of Commercial visitor service means any public use cabins and Federal and ad- service or activity made available for a ministrative facilities, unless such ac- fee, commission, brokerage or other tivity is specifically authorized in a compensation to persons who visit a Refuge Special Use Permit. An admin- refuge, including such services as pro- istrative facility means any facility or viding food, accommodations, trans- site administered by the U.S. Fish and portation, tours, and guides. Included Wildlife Service or the State of Alaska is any activity where one participant/ for public entry or other administra- member or group of participants pays tive purposes, including but not lim- more in fees than the other partici- ited to cabins, storage buildings, piers, pants (non-member fees, etc.), or fees docks, weirs, refuge offices, visitor cen- are paid to the organization which are ters, and public access and parking in excess of the bona fide expenses of sites. Maps of the locations of public the trip; use cabins and administrative facilities Entire business means all assets in- are available from Refuge Head- cluding, but not limited to, equipment, quarters in Kodiak, Alaska. facilities, and other holdings directly (5) Snowmachine prohibition. associated with the permittee’s type of Snowmachines, as defined in §36.2, are commercial visitor service authorized prohibited within an approximately by permit. This term also includes as- 4,972-acre area encompassing Den sets held under the name of separate Mountain and adjacent highlands. The business entities, which provide the summit of Den Mountain is located same specific type of commercial vis- within Township 29 South, Range 24 itor services authorized by permit, that West, Seward Meridian, Alaska. Maps the permittee has a financial interest of the closed area are available from in. The term does not include related Refuge Headquarters in Kodiak, Alas- enterprises owned by the permittee ka. such as taxidermy and travel services; [51 FR 32332, Sept. 11, 1986, as amended at 51 Immediate family means the spouse FR 41509, Nov. 17, 1986; 60 FR 37311, July 19, and children, either by birth or adop- 1995; 61 FR 29497, June 11, 1996; 64 FR 14154, tion, of the permittee. Mar. 24, 1999; 71 FR 33259, June 8, 2006; 75 FR Operations plan means a narrative de- 16639, Apr. 1, 2010] scription of the commercial operations which contains all required informa- Subpart F—Permits and Public Par- tion identified in the prospectus; ticipation and Closure Proce- Permit means a special use permit dures issued by the refuge manager which authorizes a commercial visitor service § 36.41 Permits. or other activity restricted by law or (a) Applicability. The regulations con- regulation on a national wildlife ref- tained in this section apply to the uge; issuance and administration of com- Prospectus means the document that petitively and noncompetitively issued the Service uses in soliciting competi- permits for economic and/or other priv- tion to award commercial visitor serv- ileged uses on all national wildlife ref- ices on a refuge; uges in Alaska. Nothing in this section Subcontracting means any activity in requires the refuge manager to issue a which the permittee provides financial special use permit if not otherwise or other remuneration to anyone other mandated by statute to do so. Supple- than employees to conduct the specific

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commercial services authorized by the Refuge Office location Service. The permittee’s primary authorized activities must be conducted Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge ... Bethel. Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge ... Fairbanks. in a genuine employer/employee relationship where the source of all remu- (2) For noncompetitively issued per- neration for services provided to cli- mits, the applicant may present the ap- ents is from the permittee. Subcon- plication verbally if he/she is unable to tracting does not apply to booking prepare a written application. The ref- services or authorized secondary serv- uge manager will keep a written record ices provided to clients in support of of such verbal application. For com- the permittee’s primary authorized ac- petitively issued permits, the applicant tivities (e.g., a guide paying a marine must submit a written application in or air taxi operator to transport cli- the format delineated in the prospectus ents); or other designated format of the Serv- Subletting means any activity in ice. which the permittee receives financial or other remuneration in return for al- (3) The refuge manager will grant or lowing another commercial operator to deny applications for noncompetitively conduct any of the permittee’s author- issued permits in writing within 45 ized activities in the permittee’s use days, except for good cause. For com- area; and petitively issued permits, the refuge Use area means the designated area manager will grant or deny applica- where commercial services may be con- tions in accordance with the time ducted by the permittee. frame established in the prospectus, ex- (c) General provisions. In all cases cept for good cause. where a permit is required, the per- (4) Refuge managers may establish mittee must abide by the conditions application period deadlines for indi- under which the permit was issued. vidual refuges for both competitively Refuge managers will provide written and noncompetitively issued permits. notice to the permittee in all cases The refuge manager will send notifica- where documentation of noncompli- tion of availability for commercial op- ance is prepared for use in any admin- portunities and application deadlines istrative proceeding involving the per- to existing and/or the previous year’s mittee. permittees. He/she will publish the no- (d) Application. (1) This section and tice in at least one newspaper of gen- other regulations in this part 36, general circulation in the State and in at erally applicable to the National Wild- least one local newspaper if available, life Refuge System, require that per- and will make available for broadcast mits be obtained from the refuge man- on local radio stations in a manner rea- ager. For activities on the following sonably calculated to inform local pro- refuges, request permits from the respective applicants. spective refuge manager in the fol- (5) The Service may limit the number lowing locations: of applications that an individual may submit for competitively awarded of- Refuge Office location ferings. Alaska Peninsula National Wildlife Ref- King Salmon. (e) Competitively awarded permits. (1) uge. Where the number of available permits Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Ref- Homer. uge. is limited, refuge managers will award Aleutian Islands Unit, Alaska Maritime Homer. permits competitively. A prospectus NWR. with invitation to bid system will be Arctic National Wildlife Refuge ...... Fairbanks. the primary competitive method used Becharof National Wildlife Refuge ...... King Salmon. Innoko National Wildlife Refuge ...... McGrath. for selecting commercial visitor serv- Izembek National Wildlife Refuge ...... Cold Bay. ices. Where justified, other selection Kanuti National Wildlife Refuge ...... Fairbanks. methods, including but not limited to Kenai National Wildlife Refuge ...... Soldotna. Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge ...... Kodiak. lotteries, may be used. Such cir- Koyukuk National Wildlife Refuge ...... Galena. cumstances may include, but not be Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge ...... Galena. limited to, the timely refilling of use Selawik National Wildlife Refuge ...... Kotzebue. Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge ...... Tok. areas that have become vacant during Togiak National Wildlife Refuge ...... Dillingham. regularly scheduled terms to prevent

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commercial visitor service opportuni- (7) The Service may establish min- ties from going unused, and initiating imum scores to qualify for the award of trial programs on individual refuges. permits. If established, these minimum The refuge manager has discretionary scores will be identified in the pro- authority to issue noncompetitive per- spectus. mits on a one-time, short-term basis to (8) The Service may establish limits accredited educational institutions and on the number of use areas within an other nonprofit organizations to con- individual refuge, or on refuges state- duct primarily environmental edu- wide, in which a permittee is author- cation-related activities that also may ized to operate. This limit applies to be recreational in nature in use areas different corporations in which the where permits for that type of guided same individual has any ownership in- recreational activity are otherwise limited to competitive award. terests. (2) Where numbers of permits have (9) When vacancies occur in competi- been limited for an activity prior to tively filled use areas, the procedure the promulgation of these regulations for reissuing the permits will depend and a prospectus with invitation to bid on how long it has been since the per- system has not yet been developed, ref- mit originally was issued. The Service uge managers may issue noncompeti- will award the permit to the next high- tive five-year permits consistent with est ranking interested applicant in the the terms set forth in paragraph (e)(16) original solicitation, if a vacancy oc- of this section on a one-time basis to curs within the first 12 months of the existing permittees. permit’s effective date. Resolicited (3) The Service will publish notice of competition for the area will occur as all solicitations for competition in ac- soon as practicable if: cordance with paragraph (d)(4) of this (i) A vacancy occurs after 12 months section and include reasonable applica- of the permit’s effective date; and tion periods of not less than 60 days. (ii) At least 24 months of the original When competitively selecting permit- permit term is available for a new per- tees for an activity in a use area where mittee after completion of the solicita- permits for that activity were not pre- tion, application, evaluation and viously competitively awarded, the awards period. If less than 24 months of Service will publish notice of the up- coming opportunity a minimum of 18 the term of the permit is available, the months prior to the effective date of Service has the discretion to solicit the permit term. competition during the regularly (4) All prospectuses will identify the scheduled solicitation period. The selection criteria that the Service will Service may annually issue nonuse to evaluate the proposals. All competitive permits for vacant areas, prospectuses involving commercial vis- where there has not been significant itor services must include experience permittee interest, until competition and performance in providing the same can be solicited in conjunction with or similar services as a criterion. In other solicitations for vacant areas. evaluating the experience of an appli- (10) Terms of permits awarded under cant, the Service will specifically con- the prospectus with invitation method sider knowledge of the specific area are valid for 5 years except in those in- covered by the prospectus and the na- stances where the Service issues per- ture of the technical skills required to mits to fill vacancies occurring during provide quality service to the public. a scheduled award cycle. In these in- (5) A panel of Service employees who stances, the permit duration is limited use a scoring process based on the se- to the expiration date of the original lection criteria will evaluate and rank award period. Permits awarded under applications received in response to a the prospectus by invitation method prospectus. must be renewed noncompetitively by (6) The Service has discretionary authority to not evaluate or consider pro- the refuge manager for a period of 5 ad- posals that are incomplete or improp- ditional years upon application and a erly submitted. showing of permittee compliance with

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all applicable permit terms and condi- pleas of nolo contendere for fish and tions and a satisfactory record of per- wildlife related federal misdemeanors formance. After one renewal, the Serv- or State violations will be discre- ice shall not extend or noncompeti- tionary. Denial is based on, but not tively renew another permit. limited to, whether the individual com- (11) Permit privileges may be trans- mitted any violation in which the case ferred to other qualified entities that disposition resulted in any of the fol- demonstrate the ability to meet Serv- lowing: ice standards, as outlined in the pro- (A) Any jail time served or probation; spectus upon which the existing permit (B) Any criminal fine of $250 or great- was based, subject to approval by the er; refuge manager. Requests for transfers (C) Forfeiture of equipment or har- must be made in writing to the refuge vested animal (or parts thereof) valued manager. A permittee who transfers at $250 or greater; his/her privileges will not be eligible to (D) Suspension of privileges or rev- be considered for competitively award- ocation of any fish and wildlife related ed permits for the same type of activ- license/permits; ity on the same national wildlife ref- (E) Other alternative sentencing that uge for a period of three years fol- indicates the penalty is of equal sever- lowing the authorized transfer. The ity to the foregoing elements; or Service retains complete discretion in (F) Any multiple convictions or pleas allowing transfers. In general, the of nolo contendere for fish and wildlife- Service approves transfers only upon related Federal misdemeanors or State demonstrating that it is to the govern- fish and wildlife-related violations or ment’s benefit and if all the following misdemeanors irrespective of the criteria are satisfied: amount of the fine. (i) The transfer is part of the sale or (12) The transferee must follow the disposition of the current permittee’s operations plan of the original per- entire business as earlier defined; mittee. The transferee may modify the (ii) The current permittee was either operations plan with the written con- conducting the commercial operation sent of the refuge manager as long as in the refuge under authorization of a the change does not result in increased permit for a minimum of 12 years or adverse impacts to refuge resources or owns significant real property in the other refuge users. area, the value of which is dependent (13) Upon timely approval of the on holding a refuge permit. Consider- transfer, the Service will issue the new ation of the last element will include, permittee a permit for the remaining but is not limited to: portion of the original permit term. (A) The relationship of the real prop- The refuge manager retains the right erty to permitted refuge activities as to restrict, suspend, revoke, or not documented in the operations plan; renew the permit for failure to comply (B) The percentage that the author- with its terms and conditions. ized refuge activities comprise of the (14) Permit privileges issued under total commercial use associated with this paragraph (e) may be transferred, the real property; and subject to refuge manager approval, to (C) The appraised value of the real a former spouse when a court awards property. permit-associated business assets in a (iii) The transferee must be independ- divorce settlement agreement to that ently qualified to hold the permit person. The recipient must independ- under the standards of the prospectus ently qualify to hold the originally of the original existing permit. issued permit under the minimum (iv) The transferee has an acceptable standards identified by the Service, history of compliance with State and and the permittee must have an ac- Federal fish and wildlife and related ceptable history of compliance as set permit regulations during the past 5 forth in paragraph (e)(11)(iv) of this years. An individual with any felony section. conviction is an ineligible transferee. (15) Permit privileges issued under Transfer approval to an individual hav- this paragraph (e) may be transferred ing any violations, convictions, or in the case of death or disability of the

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permittee, subject to refuge manager ty; or if the refuge manager determines approval, as provided in this paragraph the use to be incompatible with refuge (e). In these cases, the permit privi- purposes or is inconsistent with the leges may pass to a spouse who can Service’s obligations under Title VIII demonstrate he/she is capable of proof the Alaska National Interest Lands viding the authorized services and who Conservation Act. All actions per- has an acceptable history of compli- taining to this paragraph are subject to ance as set forth in paragraph the appeal process as set forth in para- (e)(11)(iv) of this section. A spouse who graph (i) of this section. lacks any required license(s) but other- (i) Appeals. (1) Any person adversely wise qualifies may hire an employee, affected by a refuge manager’s decision who holds the required license(s) and or order relating to the person’s per- who has an acceptable history of commit, or application for a permit, has pliance as set forth in paragraph the right to have the decision or order (e)(11)(iv) of this section, to assist in reviewed by the regional director. This the operation. Permit privileges may section does not apply to permits or also pass to another member of the im- applications for rights-of-way. See 50 mediate family or a person who was a CFR 29.22 for the hearing and appeals business partner at the time of original procedure on rights-of-way. permit issuance. This person must be (2) Prior to making any adverse deci- independently qualified under the min- sion or order on any permit or an appli- imum standards identified by the Serv- cation for a noncompetitively issued ice at the time of original permit permit, the refuge manager will notify issuance and have an acceptable his- the permittee or applicant, verbally or tory of compliance as set forth in para- in writing, of the proposed action and graph (e)(11)(iv) of this section. its effective date. A permittee or appli- (16) Upon September 26, 1997, refuge cant of noncompetitively issued per- managers will amend existing competi- mits, shall have 45 calendar days after tively-awarded permits through the notification in which to present to the prospectus method to make the terms refuge manager, orally or in writing, a fully consistent with this section, in- statement in opposition to the pro- cluding eligibility for a 5-year non- posed action or effective date. Notifica- competitive renewal. tion in writing to a valid permit holder (f) Fees. Permittees must pay fees shall occur within 10 calendar days formally established by regional and/or after receipt of the statement in oppo- nation-wide Service policy. The refuge sition to the refuge manager’s final de- manager must document any fee ex- cision or order. An applicant for a non- emption. competitively issued permit shall be (g) Subletting and subcontracting. A notified in writing within 30 calendar permittee may not sublet any part of days after receipt of the statement in an authorized use area. Subcontracting opposition, of the refuge manager’s any service authorized by the permit final decision or order. An applicant for requires written approval from the ref- a competitively issued permit who is uge manager unless the subcontracted not selected will not receive advance service is specifically identified in the notice of the award decision. Such ap- permittee’s approved perations plan. plicants, who wish to appeal the deci- (h) Restriction, suspension and revoca- sion must appeal directly to the re- tion of permits. The refuge manager may gional director within the time period suspend, revoke, or reasonably restrict provided for in paragraph (i)(3) of this the terms of a permit for noncompli- section. ance with the terms and conditions of (3) The permittee or applicant shall the regulations in this subchapter C; have 45 calendar days from the post- for nonuse of the permit; for violations/ marked date of the refuge manager’s convictions (including pleas of nolo final decision or order in which to file contendere) of any law or regulation a written appeal to the regional direc- pertaining to the same type of activity tor. In appeals involving applicants authorized by the permit, whether or who were not selected during a com- not the activity occurred on or off the petitive selection process, the selected refuge; to protect public health or safe- applicant concurrently will have the

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opportunity to provide information to § 36.42 Public participation and clo- the regional director prior to the final sure procedures. decision. Selected applicants who (a) Authority. The Refuge Manager choose to take advantage of this oppor- may close an area or restrict an activ- tunity, will retain their right of appeal ity on an emergency, temporary, or should the appeal of the unsuccessful permanent basis. applicant result in reversal or revision (b) Criteria. In determining whether of the original decision. For purposes to close an area or restrict an activity of reconsideration, appellants shall otherwise allowed, the Refuge Manager present the following information: shall be guided by factors such as pub- (i) Any statement or documentation, lic health and safety, resource protec- in addition to that included in the ini- tion, protection of cultural or sci- tial application, permit or competitive entific values, subsistence uses, endan- prospectus, which demonstrates that gered or threatened species conserva- the appellant satisfies the criteria set tion, and other management consider- forth in the document under which the ations necessary to ensure that the ac- permit application/award was made; tivity or area is being managed in a (ii) The basis for the permit appli- manner compatible with the purposes cant’s disagreement with the decision for which the Alaska National Wildlife or order being appealed; and Refuge area was established. (iii) Whether or not the permit appli- (c) Emergency closures or restrictions. cant requests an informal hearing be- (1) Emergency closures or restrictions fore the regional director. relating to the use of aircraft, (4) The regional director will provide snowmachines, motorboats, or non- a hearing if requested by the applicant. motorized surface transportation shall After consideration of the written ma- be made after notice and hearing; terials and oral hearing, and within a (2) Emergency closures or restric- reasonable time, the regional director tions relating to the taking of fish and shall affirm, reverse, or modify the ref- wildlife shall be accompanied by notice uge manager’s decision or order and with a subsequent hearing; shall set forth in writing the basis for (3) Other emergency closures or re- the decision. The applicant must be strictions shall become effective upon sent a copy of the decision promptly. notice as prescribed in § 36.42(f); and The decision will constitute final agen- (4) No emergency closure or restric- cy action. tion shall be for a period exceeding 30 (5) Permittee compliance with any days. decision or order of a refuge manager (d) Temporary closures or restrictions. shall be required during the appeal (1) Temporary closures or restrictions process unless the regional director relating to the use of aircraft, makes a preliminary finding contrary snowmachines, motorboats or non- to the refuge manager’s decision, and motorized surface transportation, or to prepares a written determination that the taking of fish and wildlife, shall such action is not detrimental to the not be effective prior to notice and interests of the United States, or upon hearing in the vicinity of the area(s) submission and acceptance of a bond affected by such closures or restriction, deemed adequate by the refuge man- and other locations as appropriate; ager to indemnify the United States (2) Other temporary closures shall be from loss or damage. effective upon notice as prescribed in (j) State selection of guide-outfitters. § 36.42(f); Nothing in this section will prohibit (3) Temporary closures or restric- the Service from cooperating with the tions shall extend only for so long as State of Alaska in administering the necessary to achieve their purposes, selection of sport fishing guides and big and in no case may exceed 12 months or game hunting guide-outfitters oper- be extended beyond that time. ating on national wildlife refuges (e) Permanent closures or restrictions. should the State develop a competitive Permanent closures or restrictions selection process which is acceptable shall be made only after notice and to the Service. public hearings in the affected vicinity [62 FR 45340, Aug. 27, 1997] and other locations as appropriate, and

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after publication in the FEDERAL REG- 11. Nowitna ISTER. 12. Selawik (f) Notice. Emergency, temporary or 13. Tetlin permanent closures or restrictions 14. Togiak, including: Cape Newenham* shall be: (1) Published in at least one 15. Yukon Delta, including: newspaper of general circulation in the Clarence Rhode* State and in at least one local news- Hazen Bay* Nunivak* paper if available, posted at commu- 16. Yukon Flats* nity post offices within the vicinity affected, made available for broadcast on local radio stations in a manner rea- PART 37—GEOLOGICAL AND GEO- sonably calculated to inform residents PHYSICAL EXPLORATION OF THE in the affected vicinity, and designated COASTAL PLAIN, ARCTIC NA- on a map which shall be available for TIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, ALAS- public inspection at the office of the KA Refuge Manager and other places con- venient to the public; or Subpart A—General Provisions (2) Designated by the posting of appropriate signs; or Sec. (3) Both. 37.1 Purpose. (g) Openings. In determining whether 37.2 Definitions. to open an area to public use or activ- 37.3 Other applicable laws. ity otherwise prohibited, the Refuge 37.4 Disclaimer and disqualification. Manager shall provide notice in the Subpart B—General Requirements FEDERAL REGISTER and shall, upon request, hold a hearing in the affected vi- 37.11 General standards for exploratory ac- cinity and other location, as appro- tivities. priate prior to making a final deter- 37.12 Responsibilities of permittee. mination. 37.13 Group participation. (h) Except as otherwise specifically 37.14 Bonding. permitted under the provision of this part, entry into closed areas or failure Subpart C—Exploration Plans to abide by restrictions established 37.21 Application requirements. under this section is prohibited. 37.22 Approval of exploration plan. 37.23 Special use permit. TABLE I TO PART 36—SUMMARY LISTING 37.24 Plan of operation. THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES IN 37.25 Revision. ALASKA AS ESTABLISHED BY THE ALASKA LANDS ACT, PUB. L. 96–487, Subpart D—Environmental Protection DECEMBER 2, 1980 37.31 Environmental protection. 1. Alaska Maritime, including: 37.32 Special areas. Aleutian Island* 37.33 Environmental briefing. Bering Sea* Bogoslof* Subpart E—General Administration Chamisso* Forrester Island* 37.41 Responsibilities of the Regional Direc- Hazy Islands* tor. Pribilof* 37.42 Inspection and monitoring. Saint Lazaria* 37.43 Suspension and modification. Semidi* 37.44 Revocation and relinquishment. Simeonof* 37.45 Exploration by the U.S. Geological Tuxedni* Survey. 2. Alaska Peninsula 37.46 Cost reimbursement. 3. Arctic, including: William O. Douglas* 37.47 Civil penalties. 4. Becharof** 5. Innoko 6. Izembek* *These indicated units were previously ex- 7. Kanuti isting refuges before the Alaska Lands Act of 8. Kenai* December 2, 1980, and are now part of the 16 9. Kodiak* National Wildlife Refuges established by the 10. Koyukuk Alaska Lands Act.

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Subpart F—Reporting and Data oil and gas within the coastal plain Management without significantly adversely affecting the wildlife, its habitat, or the en- 37.51 Operational reports. 37.52 Records. vironment and without unnecessary 37.53 Submission of data and information. duplication of exploratory activities. 37.54 Disclosure. These regulations prescribe the re- APPENDIX I TO PART 37—LEGAL DESCRIPTION quirements and procedures for obtain- OF THE COASTAL PLAIN, ARCTIC NATIONAL ing authorization for and the conduct WILDLIFE REFUGE, ALASKA of such exploratory activities, and for AUTHORITY: Sec. 1002, Pub. L. 96–487, 94 submitting to the Department the re- Stat. 2449, as amended by sec. 110, Pub. L. 97– sulting data and information. These 394, 96 Stat. 1982 (16 U.S.C. 3142); sec. 110, regulations also describe other matters Pub. L. 89–665, as added by sec. 206, Pub. L. relating to the administration of the 96–515, 94 Stat. 2996 (16 U.S.C. 470h–2); sec. 401, program. Pub. L. 148, 49 Stat. 383, as amended (16 U.S.C. 715s); 31 U.S.C. 9701; 5 U.S.C. 301; 209 § 37.2 Definitions. DM 6.1. The following definitions are applica- SOURCE: 48 FR 16858, Apr. 19, 1983, unless ble to the sections of this part. otherwise noted. (a) Act means section 1002 of the NOTE: The information collection requirements contained in this part do not require Alaska National Interest Lands Con- approval by the Office of Management and servation Act, 94 Stat. 2449, as amended Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq., because by section 110 of Pub. L. 97–394, 96 Stat. there are fewer than 10 respondents annu- 1982, 16 U.S.C. 3142. ally. (b) Adequate protective cover means snow or a frostline, or both, sufficient Subpart A—General Provisions to protect the vegetation and soil from significant adverse effects due to the § 37.1 Purpose. operation of surface equipment, as de- These regulations implement the re- termined by the Regional Director. quirement of section 1002(d) of the (c) Coastal lagoons means the waters Alaska National Interest Lands Con- and submerged lands between the servation Act, 94 Stat. 2450, as amend- mainland and the offshore barrier is- ed, 16 U.S.C. 3142(d), that the Secretary lands that lie between Brownlow Point establish guidelines governing surface and the Aichilik River within the geological and geophysical exploration coastal plain. for oil and gas within the coastal plain (d) Coastal plain means that area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. shown on the map entitled ‘‘Arctic Na- Section 1002 mandates an oil and gas tional Wildlife Refuge’’, dated August exploration program for the refuge’s 1980, and legally described in appendix coastal plain. The program shall cul- I of this part. minate in a report to Congress which (e) Cultural resource means any dis- contains, among other things, the iden- trict, site, building, structure, or ob- tification of those areas within the ject significant in American history, coastal plain that have oil and gas pro- architecture, archeology, engineering duction potential, an estimate of the or culture, as determined in accordance volume of oil and gas concerned, the with 36 CFR 60.6. description of the wildlife, its habitat, (f) Department means the Department and other resources that are within the of the Interior and any of its compo- areas identified, and an evaluation of nent bureaus and offices. the adverse effects that the carrying (g) Director means the Director of the out of further exploration for, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of his development and production of, oil and authorized representative. gas within such areas will have on the (h) Exploration plan means the way in refuge’s resources. It is the objective of which a program of exploratory activi- this program to ascertain the best pos- ties is proposed to be arranged and car- sible data and information concerning ried out. the probable existence, location, vol- (i) Exploratory activities means surface ume, and potential for further explo- geological exploration or seismic ex- ration, development, and production of ploration or both of the coastal plain

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and all related activities and logistics (t) Secretary means the Secretary of required for either or both, and any the Interior or his authorized rep- other type of geophysical exploration resentative. of the coastal plain which involves or (u) Service means the U.S. Fish and is a component of an exploration pro- Wildlife Service. gram for the coastal plain involving (v) Solicitor means the Solicitor of surface use of refuge lands and all re- the Department of the Interior or his lated activities and logistics required authorized representative. for such exploration. (w) Special use permit means a rev- (j) Harass means to pursue, hunt, ocable, nonpossessory privilege issued take, capture, molest, collect, harm, in writing by the Regional Director shoot or kill or attempt to engage in and authorizing the permittee to enter any of the preceding by either inten- and use the refuge for a specified period tional or negligent act or omission. to conduct exploratory activities, and (k) Hazardous substances means petro- other activities necessary thereto. leum, petroleum products, toxic mate- (x) Support facilities means facilities rials, chemical effluent, explosives, or on or near the refuge used to provide other materials which are likely to logistical support for the field explor- cause significant adverse effects to the atory activities. refuge’s wildlife, its habitat, the envi- (y) Third party means any person ronment, or humans. other than a representative of the per- (l) Permittee means the person author- mittee or the United States govern- ized by a special use permit issued pur- ment. suant to this part to conduct explor- (z) Waste means all material for dis- atory activities on the coastal plain; card from exploratory activities. It in- any official, employee, contractor, sub- cludes, but is not limited to, human contractor or agent of the permittee or waste, trash, garbage, refuse, fuel of the permittee’s designee; and any drums, shot wire, survey stakes, explo- participant to the permittee’s permit. sives boxes, ashes, and functional and (m) Person means any individual, nonfunctional equipment. partnership, firm, corporation, associa- (aa) Wildlife means fish or wildlife or tion, organization, or agency. both. (n) Plan of operation means detailed procedures, covering a period not to ex- § 37.3 Other applicable laws. ceed 12 months, proposed for executing an exploration plan. (a) Nothing in this part shall be con- (o) Processed, analyzed and interpreted strued to relieve a permittee or any data or information means any data or person from complying with any appli- information which results from any cable federal laws or any applicable subsequent modification, processing, state and local laws, the requirements analysis, or interpretation of raw data of which are not inconsistent with this and information by human or elec- part. tronic means, on or off the refuge. (b) Until the litigation between the (p) Raw data and information means United States and the State of Alaska all original observations and record- over title to the submerged lands of the ings in written or electronic form and coastal lagoons, ‘‘United States v. samples obtained during field oper- Alaska’’, Sup. Ct., No. 84, Orig. (1979), is ations. resolved, the permittee shall satisfy (q) Refuge means the Arctic National both federal and state requirements for Wildlife Refuge. conducting oil and gas exploration in (r) Regional Director means the Re- the coastal lagoons. In the event of an gional Director, Region 7 of the U.S. inconsistency between such require- Fish and Wildlife Service, or his au- ments the permittee shall satisfy that thorized representative. requirement which provides the great- (s) Rehabilitation means the act of re- est environmental protection. turning the landform and vegetation to as near its original shape and condition § 37.4 Disclaimer and disqualification. as practicable, as determined by the (a) Authorization granted under this Regional Director. part to conduct exploratory activities

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shall not confer a right to any discov- All actions by the permittee incon- ered oil, gas, or other mineral in any sistent with this part are prohibited. manner. (b) The permittee shall designate a (b) Any person who obtains access general representative who shall be the pursuant to § 37.54 to data and informa- person primarily accountable for man- tion obtained as a result of carrying aging the permittee’s authorized ac- out exploratory activities shall be dis- tivities, and a field representative who qualified from obtaining or partici- shall be the person primarily account- pating in any lease of the oil and gas to able for supervising the permittee’s which such data and information per- field operations, and their alternates. tain. Any person who obtains access to data and information obtained as a re- The Regional Director shall be in- sult of carrying out exploratory activi- formed of the names, addresses, and ties from any person other than the telephone numbers of the persons des- permittee who obtained such data and ignated pursuant to this paragraph and information shall be disqualified from of the procedures for contacting them obtaining or participating in any lease on a 24-hour basis, including the radio of the oil and gas to which such data frequency for field operations, at the and information pertain. time the permittee submits its first plan of operation pursuant to § 37.24. Subpart B—General Requirements The permittee shall notify the Re- gional Director promptly of any § 37.11 General standards for explor- changes in such personnel or the proce- atory activities. dures for contacting them. (a) No exploratory activities shall be (c) Field operations shall be con- conducted without a special use per- ducted by the permittee or a designee mit. Requirements and procedures for approved by the Regional Director. As- obtaining a special use permit are pre- signment of a designee shall be in a scribed in §§ 37.21 through 37.23. manner and form acceptable to the Re- (b) Exploratory activities shall be gional Director. The Regional Director conducted so that they do not: shall approve or disapprove a permit- (1) Significantly adversely affect the tee’s designee within 30 days following refuge’s wildlife, its habitat, or the en- the receipt of such information as the vironment; Regional Director may require from (2) Unnecessarily duplicate explor- the permittee and designee in order to atory activities of the permittee or another permittee; and reach his decision. Acceptance of a des- (3) Unreasonably or significantly ignee to act for the permittee in mat- interfere with another permittee’s ac- ters relating to the conduct of explor- tivities. atory activities does not relieve the (c) Reexamination of an area may be permittee of responsibility for compli- permitted by the Regional Director if ance with applicable laws, its special necessary to correct data deficiencies use permit, exploration plan, plan of or to refine or improve data or infor- operation, and all reasonable stipula- mation already gathered. tions, demands and orders of the Re- (d) Drilling of exploratory wells is gional Director. The designee will be prohibited. considered the agent of the permittee and will be responsible for complying § 37.12 Responsibilities of permittee. fully with the obligations of the per- (a) The permittee shall comply and mittee. The serving of stipulations, de- shall be responsible for the compliance mands, orders, and notices on the per- of its officials, employees, contractors, mittee’s designee, when delivered per- subcontractors and agents with the sonally or by radio or mail, will be regulations of this part, the terms and deemed to be service upon the per- conditions of its special use permit, the mittee. The permittee shall notify the provisions of its approved exploration Regional Director in writing when as- plan and plan or operation, and all rea- signment of a designee has been can- sonable stipulations, demands and or- celled. A designee cannot reassign its ders issued by the Regional Director.

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designation to another party. The per- tiating field operations as authorized mittee or designee shall notify the Re- under its special use permit. gional Director 10 working days in ad- (d) All participants shall be bound by vance of its intention to commence the regulations of this part, the per- field operations for each season that it mittee’s special use permit, approved conducts exploratory activities. exploration plan and plan of operation (d) The permittee shall submit to the and any reasonable stipulations, de- Regional Director 30 days prior to the mands and orders issued by the Re- commencement of field operations for gional Director. each year covered by its exploration plan an updated list of the names and § 37.14 Bonding. addresses of all persons participating (a) Before the issuance of its special in the exploratory activities covered use permit, any applicant whose explo- thereby or sharing in the data and in- ration plan has been approved under formation resulting therefrom through § 37.22 shall furnish to the Service a a cost-sharing or any other arrange- surety bond of not less than $100,000, or ment. other security satisfactory to the Serv- (e) The permittee shall perform oper- ice, to secure performance of its explo- ations and maintain equipment in a ration plan and plan(s) of operation safe and workmanlike manner. The and compliance with the permit and permittee shall take all reasonable pre- this part. Such surety bond shall be cautions necessary to provide adequate issued by qualified surety companies protection for the health and safety of approved by the Department of the life and the protection of property and Treasury (see Department of the Treas- to comply with any health and safety ury Circular No. 570). Such bond shall requirements prescribed by the Re- be maintained by the permittee for the gional Director. benefit of the Service until the Re- gional Director notifies the permittee § 37.13 Group participation. in writing that all terms and condi- (a) To avoid unnecessary duplication tions of its exploration plan, special of exploratory activities, the permittee use permit, plan of operation, and this shall, if ordered by the Regional Direc- part have been met or otherwise con- tor, afford all interested persons, sents to its cancellation or termi- through a signed agreement, an oppor- nation. Any bond furnished or main- tunity to participate in its exploratory tained by a person under this section activities. Within 60 days following shall be on a form approved or pre- such order, the permittee shall provide scribed by the Regional Director. The evidence satisfactory to the Regional Regional Director may require an in- Director of its compliance therewith. crease in the amount of any bond or The permittee shall provide the Re- other security to be furnished and any gional Director with the names and ad- outstanding bond or security or require dresses of all additional participants, a new bond or security whenever addi- as they join. tional coverage is needed to secure per- (b) If, with the approval of the Re- formance of its exploration plan and gional Director, the permittee at any plan(s) of operation and compliance time changes any provisions of its ap- with the permit and this part or is proved exploration plan relating to needed as a consequence of default. areal extent, intensity of exploratory (b) Whenever a permittee’s explo- activities, or logistical support, and ration plan, plan of operation, or spe- the Regional Director determines such cial use permit is revised or modified, changes to be significant, the Regional the permittee shall provide to the Re- Director may require the permittee to gional Director within 30 days there- afford all interested persons another after an acknowledgement by the sur- opportunity to participate in the per- ety that its bond continues to apply to mitted exploratory activities in ac- the exploration plan, plan of operation cordance with paragraph (a) of this sec- or special use permit, as revised or tion. modified, unless a waiver of notice to (c) The requirements of this section the surety is contained in the bond or do not preclude the permittee from ini- the surety is not otherwise released by

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the revision or modification, or unless plan on May 20, 1983 with the intention the permittee provides to the Service of submitting another exploration plan an increased or additional bond. on March 1, 1984, the applicant shall de- (c) Recovery of the amount specified scribe in its initial plan how its future in the permittee’s bond or other secu- exploratory activities will be inte- rity shall not preclude the Department grated with those proposed under its from seeking specific performance by initial plan. Any applicant submitting the permittee of any obligations not an exploration plan on May 20, 1983 satisfied by enforcement of the bond or which incorporates preliminary field security, or compensation for any dam- investigations and/or surface geologi- ages, losses or costs due to the permit- cal exploration proposed to commence tee’s activities which exceed the before August 1, 1983 may submit a amount recovered, by pursuing the De- written request to the Regional Direc- partment’s legal remedies. tor for an expedited review and approval of that portion of the explo- Subpart C—Exploration Plans ration plan covering such preliminary investigations and/or exploration. Each § 37.21 Application requirements. exploration plan submitted must be (a) Prior to submitting an explo- published and be the subject of a public ration plan, applicants may meet with hearing in accordance with require- the Regional Director to discuss their ments of § 37.22(b). proposed plans and exploratory activi- (d) An exploration plan shall set ties and the requirements of this part. forth in general terms such informa- (b) Any person wanting to conduct tion as is required by this part and by exploratory activities may apply for a the Regional Director in determining special use permit by submitting for whether the plan is consistent with approval one or more written explo- this part, including, but not limited to: ration plans, in triplicate, to the Re- (1) The name and address of any per- gional Director, Region 7, U.S. Fish son who will conduct the proposed ex- and Wildlife Service, 1011 East Tudor ploratory activities, i.e., the applicant/ Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99503. To be permittee, and, if that person is an considered, exploration plans covering agency, firm, corporation, organiza- the period from the inception of the tion, or association, the names and ad- program through May 31, 1986, or any dresses of the responsible officials, or, portions thereof, must be received by if a partnership, the names and ad- the Regional Director during normal dresses of all partners; business hours on May 20, 1983; explo- (2) The names and addresses of all ration plans covering exploratory ac- persons planning at the time of plan tivities other than seismic exploration submittal to participate in the pro- for the period from June 1, 1984, posed exploratory activities or share in through May 31, 1986, or any portions the data and information resulting thereof, must be received by the Re- therefrom through a cost-sharing or gional Director during normal business any other arrangement; hours on April 2, 1984; and exploration (3) Evidence of the applicant’s tech- plans covering, but not limited to, seis- nical and financial ability to conduct mic exploration for the period from Oc- integrated and well designed explor- tober 1, 1984, through May 31, 1986, or atory activities in an arctic or sub- any portions thereof, must be received arctic environment and of the appli- by the Regional Director during nor- cant’s responsibility in complying with mal business hours on June 4, 1984. any exploration permits previously (c) In addition to containing the in- held by it; formation required in paragraph (d) of (4) A map at a scale of 1:250,000 of the this section, any exploration plan sub- geographic areas in which exploratory mitted shall describe the applicant’s activities are proposed and of the ap- plan for carrying out an integrated proximate locations of the applicant’s program of exploratory activities in proposed geophysical survey lines, such a manner as will satisfy the objec- travel routes to and within the refuge, tive and limitations stated in § 37.1. If fuel caches, and major support facili- an applicant submits an exploration ties;

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(5) A general description of the type § 37.22 Approval of exploration plan. of exploratory activities planned, in- (a) An exploration plan shall be ap- cluding alternate exploratory methods proved by the Regional Director if he and techniques if proposed, and the determines that it satisfies the require- manner and sequence in which such ac- ments of § 37.21 (c) and (d) and is other- tivities will be conducted; wise consistent with the Act and the (6) A description of how various ex- regulations of this part. In order to ploratory methods and techniques will meet the objective and limitations be utilized in an integrated fashion to stated in § 37.1, enforce the standards avoid unnecessary duplication of the stated in § 37.11(b), or minimize adverse applicant’s own work; impacts on subsistence uses, the Re- (7) A schedule for the exploratory ac- gional Director may approve or dis- tivities proposed, including the approx- approve any exploration plan in whole imate dates on which the various types or in part or may require, as a condi- of exploratory activities are proposed tion of approval, an applicant to con- to be commenced and completed; duct its exploratory activities in an as- (8) A description of the applicant’s signed area or jointly with other appli- proposed communication technniques; cants or to make such modification in (9) A description of the equipment, its exploration plan as he considers necessary and appropriate to make it support facilities, methods of access consistent with this part. No plan shall and personnel that will be used in car- be approved if the applicant submitting rying out exploratory activities; it does not demonstrate to the reason- (10) A hazardous substances control able satisfaction of the Regional Direc- and contingency plan describing ac- tor its adequate technical and financial tions to be taken to use, store, control, ability to conduct integrated and well clean up, and dispose of these materials designed exploratory activities in an in the event of a spill or accident; arctic or subarctic environment, and a (11) A general description of the an- history of responsible compliance with ticipated impacts that the proposed ex- any exploration permits that it or its ploratory activities may have on the responsible officials or partners may refuge’s wildlife, its habitat, the envi- have previously held. ronment, subsistence uses and needs, (b) Upon receipt of an exploration and cultural resources, and a descrip- plan submitted in accordance with tion of mitigating measures which will § 37.21(b), the Regional Director shall be implemented to minimize or avoid promptly publish notice of the applica- such impacts; tion and text of the plan in the FED- (12) A description of the proposed ERAL REGISTER and newspapers of gen- procedures for monitoring the environ- eral circulation in the State of Alaska. mental impacts of its operation and its The Regional Director shall determine compliance with all regulatory and within 90 days after the plan is sub- permit requirements; mitted whether the plan is consistent (13) A statement that, if authorized with this part. The Regional Director to conduct exploratory activities, the may extend this 90-day period for up to applicant shall comply with this part, 30 additional days upon written notice its special use permit, its approved ex- to the applicant. Before making his de- ploration plan, plan of operation, and termination, the Regional Director all reasonable stipulations, demands shall hold at least one public hearing and orders issued by the Regional Di- in the State for the purpose of receiv- rector; ing public comments on the plan and (14) A description of the applicant’s may confer with the applicant when- proposed data quality assurance and ever he deems it necessary. The Re- control program; and gional Director shall give the applicant written notice of his determination. (15) Such other pertinent information (c) Whenever the Regional Director as the Regional Director may reason- disapproves an exploration plan in ably require. whole or in part, he shall notify the ap- [48 FR 16858, Apr. 19, 1983, as amended at 49 plicant in writing of the reasons for his FR 7570, Mar. 1, 1984] disapproval. The applicant may request

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the Director to consider that which processed, analyzed and interpreted was disapproved by the Regional Direc- data or information shall be held con- tor by filing a written request with the fidential by the Department for a pe- Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Serv- riod of not less than 10 years following ice, Department of the Interior, Wash- the submission of such data or infor- ington, DC 20240, within 30 days from mation to the Regional Director or 2 the date of disapproval. Such a request years following any lease sale includ- shall not operate to stay the Regional ing the area within the refuge from Director’s disapproval. The request which the information was obtained, shall: whichever period is longer, as provided (1) State fully the basis for the appli- in § 37.54; and cant’s disagreement with the Regional (3) Require that all raw data and in- Director’s determination; formation obtained as a result of car- (2) Include any statement or docu- rying out the plan shall be made avail- mentation, in addition to that already able by the permittee to any person at submitted by the applicant with its ap- fair cost. plication, which demonstrates that the (e) In the course of evaluating an ex- applicant’s exploration plan is con- ploration plan, the Regional Director sistent with this part; and shall also evaluate the effect of the (3) Indicate whether or not the appli- proposed exploratory activities on sub- cant requests an informal hearing be- sistence uses and needs, the avail- fore the Director. ability for exploration of alternate The Director shall provide an informal areas within the coastal plain, and al- hearing if requested by the applicant. ternatives to the proposed activities Within 30 days of the receipt of the ap- which would reduce or eliminate the plicant’s request for reconsideration or use of areas within the coastal plain of the applicant’s hearing, if any, needed for subsistence purposes. If the whichever is later, the Director shall Regional Director finds that the explo- affirm, reverse, or modify the Regional ration plan, if approved, would signifi- Director’s determination. Written no- cantly restrict subsistence uses, he tice of the Director’s decision and the shall satisfy the requirement to hold a reasons therefor shall be provided hearing on this issue by incorporating promptly to the applicant. The Direc- it in any hearing held pursuant to tor’s decision shall constitute the final paragraph (b) of this section and shall administrative decision of the Sec- otherwise satisfy the procedural re- retary in the matter. Nothing in this quirements of section 810(a) of the part shall be construed to deprive the Alaska National Interest Lands Con- Secretary or the Assistant Secretary servation Act, 94 Stat. 2427, 16 U.S.C. for Fish and Wildlife and Parks of the 3120, before approving the plan. authority to take jurisdiction at any stage of any appeal or request for re- § 37.23 Special use permit. consideration and render the final deci- (a) Within 45 days, or sooner if prac- sion in the matter after holding any in- ticable, of approving an exploration formal hearing that may be required, plan, or portion thereof, the Regional to review any decision of the Regional Director shall, unless prohibited by Director or Director, or to direct the law, issue a special use permit to au- Regional Director or Director to recon- thorize the permittee to proceed with sider a decision. those exploratory activities described (d) The Regional Director, as a condi- and approved in its exploration plan, or tion of approval of any exploration portion thereof, provided that the re- plan under this section, shall: quirements of § 37.14(a) have been satis- (1) Require that all data and informa- fied. The special use permit may con- tion (including processed, analyzed and tain such terms and conditions and interpreted information) obtained as a may be amended from time to time as result of carrying out the plan shall be the Regional Director deems necessary submitted to the Regional Director, as and appropriate to carry out the Act provided in § 37.53; and this part. (2) Make such data and information (b) Before issuing a special use per- available to the public, except that any mit to authorize exploration of lands

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within the coastal plain allotted pursu- ploration plan shall be implemented. ant to the Act of May 17, 1906, 34 Stat. Such request shall be deemed to be 197, as amended by the Act of August 2, granted on the 10th working day fol- 1956, 70 Stat. 954, or on lands within the lowing its receipt unless the Regional coastal plain the surface estate in Director denies the request; advises the which has been selected by or conveyed permittee that the proposed revision is to the Kaktovik Inupiat Corporation major and, therefore, must satisfy the pursuant to Sections 12 and 14 of the publication and hearing requirements Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, of § 37.22(b) before it can be acted upon; 85 Stat. 701 and 702, 43 U.S.C. 1611 and by timely written notice extends the 1613, the Regional Director shall seek period for considering the request; con- the views of the holder of such ap- ditionally approves the proposed revi- proved native allotment or the Cor- sion with such modifications as he stip- poration for the purpose of developing ulates are necessary and appropriate; permit conditions designed to mitigate or, unconditionally approves the pro- the effects of such exploration on its posed revision within a shorter period. interests. No revision of an exploration plan shall be approved that is inconsistent with § 37.24 Plan of operation. the Act or this part. Approval of any Each approved exploration plan shall revision is subject to the conditions be supplemented by a written plan of stated in § 37.22(d) to the extent that operation for each fiscal year, or por- they are pertinent. tions thereof, covered by the explo- (b) Upon 10 working days advance no- ration plan. Each plan of operation tice to the Regional Director of its pro- shall specify the field operations for posed revision, or within such lesser implementing that exploration plan period as may be concurred in by the during the year, or portions thereof, Regional Director, a permittee may covered by the plan of operation. Each implement a revision of its plan of op- plan of operation shall be submitted to eration, provided that such revision is the Regional Director at least 30 days consistent with the exploration plan to before field operations are to be com- which the plan of operation pertains menced thereunder, except that any and this part. The Regional Director plan of operation supplementing a por- may require the permittee to defer, tion of an exploration plan that re- modify, or rescind such revision when- ceived expedited review and approval ever he determines that such action is pursuant to § 37.21(c) shall be submitted necessary and appropriate to ensure 10 days before field operations are to be such consistency. commenced thereunder. A plan of oper- (c) Reconsideration of the Regional ation shall set forth such specific infor- Director’s actions under this section mation as is required by the Regional may be obtained by employing the pro- Director in determining whether the cedures described in § 37.22(c). A request plan is consistent with the exploration for reconsideration shall not operate to plan to which it pertains and with this stay the Regional Director’s actions part. The permittee shall make such unless such stay is granted in writing modifications in its plan of operation by the Director. as are deemed at any time by the Re- gional Director to be necessary and ap- Subpart D—Environmental propriate to ensure such consistency. Protection Reconsideration of the Regional Direc- tor’s actions under this section may be § 37.31 Environmental protection. obtained by employing the procedures (a) The permittee shall conduct oper- described in § 37.22(c). ations in a manner which avoids significant adverse effects on the refuge’s § 37.25 Revision. wildlife, its habitat, and environment. (a) A permittee may request the Re- The Regional Director may impose gional Director for permission to revise stipulations to supplement the permit- its approved exploration plan. Until tee’s special use permit and issue other the Regional Director grants the per- orders as needed to ensure that the permittee’s request, no revision of its ex- mittee’s activities are conducted in a

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manner consistent with this part. If, cluding bottom sediments, on durable after 30 days, or in emergencies such ground, and on lagoons which are fro- shorter periods as shall not be unrea- zen to sufficient depth to ensure safety sonable, following a demand by the Re- of personnel, but shall not be located gional Director, the permittee shall on river ice. Durable ground can in- fail or refuse to perform any action re- clude gravel or sand bars or vegetated quired by this part, its exploration ground with adequate protective cover. plan, plan of operation, special use per- (6) Campsites and trails shall be kept mit, or a stipulation or order of the clean of waste. Refuge Manager, the department shall (7) Gray water may be discharged to have the right, but not the obligation, the surface provided it is filtered, dis- to perform any or all such actions at infected, and not discharged directly the sole expense of the permittee. Prior into lakes and rivers. to making such demand, the Regional (8) The permittee shall take all pre- Director shall confer with the per- cautionary measures necessary to pre- mittee, if practicable to do so, regard- vent and suppress man-caused tundra ing the required action or actions in- fires and shall notify the Regional Di- cluded in the demand. Reconsideration rector of the occurrence of any tundra of the Regional Director’s demands fires immediately or as soon as com- under this section may be obtained by munication can be established. employing the procedures described in (9) Rehabilitation of disturbed sur- § 37.22(c). A request for reconsideration face areas shall be accomplished by the shall not operate to stay the Regional permittee in accordance with schedules Director’s demands or the Depart- and a plan required and approved by ment’s performance pursuant to this the Regional Director. Revegetation section unless such stay is granted in shall be accomplished exclusively with writing by the Director. endemic species. (b) Terrestrial environment. (1) Vehi- (10) The permittee shall not harass cles shall be operated in a manner such wildlife in any manner, including, but that the vegetative mat or soil is not not limited to, close approach by sur- significantly damaged or displaced. face vehicles or aircraft. Aircraft Blading of snow on trails or campsites should maintain an altitude of at least shall be limited so as to maintain an 1500 feet above ground level whenever adequate protective cover. practicable. (2) Ground vehicles shall be of the (11) No explosives shall be detonated type causing the least practicable within 1⁄2 miles of any known denning harm to the surface, such as Nodwell brown or polar bear or any muskoxen FN–110 or FN–60 or Bombardier track or caribou herd. vehicles, mobile camps on flexible (12) The permittee shall operate in tracks or skids, vibrator units on flexi- such a manner as not to impede or re- ble tracks or wheels, D–7 Caterpillar strict the free passage and movement tractors, or their equivalent. They of large mammals, including caribou, shall be operated only in the winter muskoxen, moose, polar bear, and and where there is adequate protective brown bear. cover. Vehicle operation shall cease in (13) Feeding of wildlife is prohibited. the spring when the Regional Director This includes the leaving of garbage or determines that the protective cover is edibles in a place which would attract no longer adequate. Operation of wildlife. Garbage shall be kept in cov- ground vehicles in the summer is pro- ered animal-proof containers while hibited. awaiting incineration. (3) Movement of equipment through (14) Hunting, fishing, and trapping by riparian willow stands shall be avoided, the permittee within the refuge are except when approved by the Regional prohibited during the conduct of ex- Director. ploratory activities. Employing fire- (4) Above ground explosive charges arms in defense of life and property is shall be utilized in a manner to mini- allowed. mize damage to the vegetative mat. (c) Aquatic environment. (1) The per- (5) Campsites may be located on mittee shall not significantly alter the lakes which are frozen throughout, in- banks of streams, rivers, or lakes while

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conducting exploratory activities. by mitigate, minimize or avoid any ad- Crossings of stream, river, or lake verse effects thereon. banks shall utilize a low angle ap- (2) Unless otherwise specified by the proach or, if appropriate, snow bridges. Regional Director, the following prohi- If snow bridges are utilized for bank bitions shall be in effect: protection they shall be free of dirt and (i) No vehicle of any type shall pass debris and shall be removed after use over or through a known cultural re- or prior to breakup each year, which- source site with standing structures; ever occurs first. and (2) No water shall be removed from (ii) No seismic train shall camp on a any subsurface source. Removal of known cultural resource site. water or snow cover from or compac- (3) If any exploratory activities re- tion of snow cover on streams, rivers or quire entry into areas known to con- lakes identified by the Regional Direc- tain historic or archeological re- tor as inhabited by fish shall be prohib- sources, high probability areas, or ited during the winter. areas previously unsurveyed for cul- (3) To protect fish and other aquatic tural resources, prior to the initiation fauna, high explosives shall not be det- of such activities, the permittee shall, onated within, beneath, on or in close if ordered by the Regional Director, lo- proximity to fish-bearing waters unless cate, identify and evaluate properties prior drilling indicates that the water eligible for listing on the National Reg- body, including its substrate, is solidly ister of Historic Places, recover for the frozen. The minimum acceptable offset Department historic and archeological from fishing-bearing waters for various data contained in such properties, and size charges is: take other measures, as directed by the 1 pound charge—50 feet Regional Director, designed to miti- 2 pound charge—75 feet gate, minimize or avoid to the extent 5 pound charge—125 feet practicable any significant adverse ef- 10 pound charge—150 feet fects on them. Such efforts shall be 25 pound charge—250 feet done in a manner prescribed or ap- 100 pound charge—500 feet proved by the Regional Director in ac- Use of a charge in excess of 100 pounds cordance with a programmatic memo- shall be approved by the Regional Di- randum of agreement among the Serv- rector and shall be in a manner pre- ice, the State Historic Preservation Of- scribed or approved by him. ficer and the Advisory Council on His- (4) All operations shall be conducted toric Preservation, and without ex- in a manner that will not impede the pense or liability to the Department. passage of fish, disrupt fish spawning, (e) General. (1) All spills or leakages overwintering or nursery areas identi- of any hazardous substances, fires, fa- fied by the Regional Director or block talities, and any other conditions or change the character or course of, or which threaten the refuge’s resources, cause significant siltation or pollution the environment, or human safety, of any stream, river, pond, pothole, shall be reported by the permittee to lake, lagoon, or drainage system. the Regional Director immediately or (5) Ground vehicles shall not cross as soon as communication can be es- active spring areas. tablished. Other notifications shall be (d) Cultural resources. (1) Prior to im- made by the permittee as required by plementing any plan of operation, the applicable laws. permittee shall obtain from the Re- (2) All combustible solid waste shall gional Director copies of the cultural be incinerated or returned to the per- resource reconnaissance reports, maps mittee’s base of operations for disposal and other available documents which in accordance with applicable federal, identify all known cultural resource state and local standards. All non-com- sites and areas of predicted high prob- bustible solid waste, including, but not ability of containing cultural re- limited to, fuel drums and shot wire, sources. The Regional Director may shall be returned to the permittee’s reasonably restrict or prohibit explor- base of operations for disposal in ac- atory activities in these areas and, in cordance with applicable federal, state accordance with 36 CFR part 800, there- and local standards.

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(3) No discharge of petroleum, petro- plain. The type and location of tem- leum products, or toxic materials shall porary structures and facilities includ- be made within the refuge. All hazing, but not limited to, ice airstrips, ardous subtances utilized and/or gen- for use in support of exploratory activi- erated in conducting exploratory ac- ties must be approved by the Regional tivities shall be contained, controlled, Director. and cleaned up in accordance with the permittee’s approved hazardous sub- § 37.32 Special areas. stances control and contingency plan. (a) Caribou calving and post-calving Such measures shall take precedence special areas. The Regional Director over all other matters except human shall designate within the coastal plain safety. specific caribou calving and post- (4) Unless exigencies warrant, in any calving special areas which shall be field operations employing surface geo- closed to all exploratory activities for logical exploration, the equipment, fa- such periods between May 10 and July cilities, and personnel used within the 15 of each year as those areas are deter- coastal plain shall not exceed that nec- mined by the Regional Director to be essary to support a maximum of 6 si- used for caribou calving and post- multaneously operating surface geo- calving or both so as to ensure that ex- logical survey crews, and in any field ploratory activities do not signifi- operations employing seismic explo- cantly adversely affect calving and ration methods, the equipment, facili- post-calving caribou. No exploratory ties, and personnel used within the activities shall be conducted in such coastal plain shall not exceed that nec- designated areas during such periods. essary to support a maximum of 6 si- (b) Muskoxen calving special areas. multaneously operating seismic survey Whenever he deems it necessary or ap- crews. propriate to ensure that exploratory (5) No fuel storage facilities shall be activities do not significantly ad- placed within the annual floodplain of versely affect calving muskoxen, the fish-bearing watercourses or within 100 Regional Director shall designate with- feet of any other water body, and no in the following areas specific areas vehicle refueling shall occur within which shall be closed to all exploratory such areas except when approved by activities for such periods between the Regional Director. All fuel storage April 15 and June 5 of each year as sites shall be approved by the Regional those areas are determined by the Re- Director. Fuel containers shall be prop- gional Director to be used for erly stored and marked with the per- muskoxen calving. No exploratory ac- mittee’s name, type of fuel, and last tivities shall be conducted in such des- date of filling. All fuel containers with ignated areas during such periods. a storage capacity greater than 55 gal- (1) One generally encompassing the lons shall be of double-wall construc- Tamayariak uplands bordered on the tion. All fuels containers, including east by the Tamayariak River, on the those emptied, shall be capped when northwest by the Canning River, on the not in actual use. All fuel containers east by a north-south line intersecting placed within the annual floodplain of the benchmark ‘‘Can’’, and on the fish-bearing watercourses shall be re- south by an east-west line also inter- moved prior to breakup. secting the benchmark ‘‘Can’’. (6) The permittee shall not disturb or (2) One generally encompassing the damage any geodetic land survey Carter Creek uplands, bordered on the monuments. If any monument is dis- east by the Sadlerochit River, on the turbed or damaged, the permittee shall north by the mainland coastline, on reestablish it in a manner acceptable the west by Carter Creek, and on the to the Regional Director. south by an east-west line approxi- (7) The timing and location of the mately six miles inland from the coast- detonation of explosives shall be ap- line. proved in advance by the Regional Di- (3) One generally encompassing the rector. Niguanak hills, bordered on the east by (8) No permanent structures or facili- the Angun River, on the north by the ties will be erected within the coastal mainland coastline, on the west by a

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line parallel to and two miles west of tive dates of such limitations as is pos- the Niguanak River, crossing portions sible. The Regional Director may mod- of the Okerokovik River, and extending ify or remove such designations and south to the southern boundary of the limitations whenever he determines coastal plain, and on the south by the that they are no longer necessary to southern boundary of the coastal plain. protect the resources or values of such (c) Brown bear and polar bear denning special areas from significant adverse special areas. Whenever he deems it nec- effects. essary or appropriate to ensure that (g) No exploratory activities shall be exploratory activities do not signifi- conducted by any permittee at any cantly adversely affect denning bears, time within 1⁄2 mile of the source of the the Regional Director shall designate Sadleochit Spring or within 1⁄4 mile on within the coastal plain brown bear either side of Sadlerochit Spring Creek and polar bear denning sites within 1⁄2 for a distance of 5 miles downstream mile of which all exploratory activities from its source. shall be prohibited for such periods between October 1 of one year and April § 37.33 Environmental briefing. 30 of the following year as are pre- The permittee shall provide opportu- scribed by the Regional Director. nities for the Regional Director to con- (d) Snow goose staging special areas. duct environmental and other perti- Whenever he deems it necessary or ap- nent briefings for all of its personnel propriate to ensure that exploratory involved in field operations prior to activities do not significantly ad- commencement of field work and peri- versely affect staging snow geese, the odically thereafter as the Regional Di- Regional Director shall designate with- rector may determine. The permittee in the general area bordered on the shall require the attendance of its per- east by the Aichilik River, on the sonnel and arrange the time and place north by the mainland coastline, on for such briefings upon the request of the west by the Hulahula River, and on the Regional Director. In addition, the the south by the southern boundary of permittee shall provide a copy of this the coastal plain, specific snow goose part to each employee involved with its staging special areas which shall be exploratory activities. closed to all exploratory activities during such periods between August 20 and Subpart E—General Administration September 10 of each year as those areas are determined by the Regional § 37.41 Responsibilities of the Regional Director to be used for snow goose Director. staging. No exploratory activities shall The Regional Director is authorized be conducted in such designated areas to approve and disapprove exploration during such periods. plans; issue special use permits; inspect (e) In addition, the Regional Director and regulate exploratory activities; re- may designate specific areas within the quire compliance with the permittee’s coastal plain that are important for approved exploration plan, plan of op- other wildlife or that encompass lands eration, this part, and other statutes the surface estate in which is owned by and regulations under which the refuge holders of approved native allotments is administered; and perform all other or the Kaktovik Inupiat Corporation as duties assigned to the Regional Direc- special areas in which exploratory ac- tor by this part. The Regional Director tivities may be prohibited, conditioned may issue written or oral stipulations, or otherwise restricted in such manner demands and orders to carry out his re- and for such period as prescribed by the sponsibilities, and amend and termi- Regional Director to avoid significant nate them as he deems appropriate. adverse effects from exploratory activi- Any oral stipulation, demand or order ties. shall be confirmed in writing within 3 (f) The Regional Director shall notify working days from its issuance. the permittee of the locations of designated special areas and of the appli- § 37.42 Inspection and monitoring. cable limitations on its exploratory ac- The Regional Director may designate tivities as far in advance of the effec- field representatives, hereinafter

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known as Field Monitors, to monitor and be effective immediately upon re- the exploratory activities in the field. ceipt of the notice. Suspensions issued A Field Monitor may exercise such au- orally shall be followed by a written thority of the Regional Director as is notice confirming the action within 3 provided by delegation, except that a days, and all written notices will be Field Monitor may not revoke a per- sent by messenger or registered mail, mittee’s special use permit, and pro- return receipt requested. A suspension vided that any order issued by a Field shall remain in effect until the basis Monitor which suspends all of a per- for the suspension has been corrected mittee’s field activities shall, except in to the satisfaction of the Regional Di- emergencies, require the concurrence rector. For good cause, the Regional of the Regional Director. The Regional Director may also grant at the permit- Director shall have a continuing right tee’s request, a written waiver of any of access to any part of the exploratory activities at any time for inspection or provision of its special use permit, so monitoring and for any other purpose long as such waiver will not be likely that is consistent with this part. A per- to result in significant adverse effects mittee, upon request by the Regional on the refuge’s resources. Reconsider- Director, shall furnish lodging, food, ation of the Regional Director’s ac- and reasonable use of its communica- tions under this section may be ob- tion and surface and air transportation tained by employing the procedures de- systems, to the Field Monitors and scribed in § 37.22(c). A request for recon- other representatives of the United sideration shall not operate to stay the States for the purposes of inspecting Regional Director’s actions unless such and monitoring the permittee’s explo- stay is granted in writing by the Direc- ration activities in the field and for tor. any other purpose consistent with this part. Whenever possible, the Regional § 37.44 Revocation and relinquish- Director shall give advance notice of ment. the need for such services and facili- For nonuse, for failure to comply ties, including the names of persons to with § 37.14, or for any action of the be accommodated. permittee not consistent with this part, the Regional Director may revoke § 37.43 Suspension and modification. or a permittee may relinquish a special If at any time while exploratory ac- use permit to conduct exploratory activities are being carried out under an tivities at any time by sending to the approved exploration plan and special other a written notice of revocation or use permit, the Regional Director, on relinquishment. Such notice shall state the basis of information available to the reasons for the revocation or relin- him, determines that continuation of quishment and shall be sent by reg- further activities under the plan or istered mail, return receipt requested, permit will significantly adversely af- at least 30 days in advance of the date fect the refuge’s wildlife, its habitat, or that the revocation or relinquishment the environment, or significantly re- will be effective. Revocation or relin- strict subsistence uses, or that the permittee has failed to comply with its ap- quishment of a permit to conduct ex- proved exploration plan, plan of oper- ploratory activities shall not relieve ation, special use permit, any reason- the permittee of the obligation to com- able stipulation, demand or order of ply with all other obligations specified the Regional Director, or any regula- in this part and in its special use per- tion of this part, the Regional Director mit, approved exploration plan and may, without any expense or liability plan of operation. Reconsideration of to the Department, suspend activities the Regional Director’s actions under under the plan and/or permit for such this section may be obtained by em- time, or make such modifications to ploying the procedures described in the plan and/or permit, or both suspend § 37.22(c). A request for reconsideration and so modify, as he determines nec- shall not operate to stay the Regional essary and appropriate. Such suspen- Director actions unless such stay is sions shall state the reasons therefore granted in writing by the Director.

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§ 37.45 Exploration by the U.S. Geo- ation, special use permit and this part; logical Survey. performing the permittee’s obligations Notwithstanding the requirement pursuant to § 37.31(a); and identifying, found in § 37.21(b) on when exploration evaluating and preserving historic, ar- plans shall be submitted, the U.S. Geo- cheological and cultural resources in logical Survey may at any time apply areas to be explored by the permittee; for a special use permit to conduct ex- as further delineated by the Regional ploratory activities by submitting for Director. approval one or more exploration plans (b) Each applicant shall submit with in accordance with the requirements of each exploration plan submitted a pay- this part and the Act. No plan sub- ment, the amount of which shall be an mitted by the Survey will be approved estimate made by the Regional Direc- unless (1) no other person has sub- tor of the costs which will be incurred mitted a plan for the area involved by the Department in publishing, re- which satisfies the regulations of this viewing, modifying and approving or part and (2) the information which disapproving the applicant’s explo- would be obtained from the Survey is ration plan. needed to make an adequate report to (1) If the applicant’s plan is dis- Congress pursuant to the Act. Sections approved or if the applicant withdraws 37.13, 37.14, 37.22(d)(3), 37.46, 37.47, and its application before a decision is 37.54(d) and the provisions of reached on its plan, the applicant shall §§ 37.22(d)(2), 37.53(e), and 37.54 on proc- be responsible for such costs incurred essed, analyzed and interpreted data or by the Department in processing the information shall not apply to the Sur- applicant’s application up to the date vey. If authorized to conduct explor- on which the plan is disapproved or the atory activities, the Survey shall com- Regional Director receives written no- ply with this part in all other respects. tice of the applicant’s withdrawal, and All contractors and subcontractors for costs subsequently incurred by the used by the Survey to conduct explor- Department in terminating the appli- atory activities shall be subject to all cation review process. If the costs actu- of the regulations of this part except- ally incurred exceed the estimate paid ing §§ 37.13 and 37.46 and the provisions at the time of application, reimburse- of §§ 37.22(d)(2), 37.53(e), and 37.54 on ment by the applicant of such addi- processed, analyzed and interpreted tional costs shall be due within 30 days data or information. of receiving notice from the Regional Director of the additional amount due. § 37.46 Cost reimbursement. If the actual costs incurred are less (a) Each applicant for or holder of a than the estimate paid by the appli- special use permit issued under this cant, the excess shall be refunded to part shall reimburse the Department the applicant. for its actual costs incurred, including, (2) If the applicant’s plan is approved, but not limited to, its direct costs and the applicant shall pay an estimate indirect costs as established by the in- made by the Regional Director of the direct cost rate of the charging bureau costs which will be incurred by the De- or office, in publishing, reviewing partment in preparing and issuing to (which includes, but is not limited to, the applicant a special use permit. The conducting any public hearings there- first quarterly payment made by the on), modifying, and approving or dis- applicant pursuant to paragraph (c) of approving the applicant’s or permit- this section will be adjusted upward or tee’s exploration plan(s); reviewing evi- downward, as warranted, to accurately dence of the permittee’s compliance reflect the actual costs incurred by the with any order given by the Regional Department in processing the permit. Director under § 37.13; preparing and If an applicant withdraws after its plan issuing the permittee’s special use per- is approved, but before its special use mit; reviewing and acting on the per- permit is issued, the applicant shall be mittee’s plan(s) of operation; inspect- responsible for such costs incurred by ing, monitoring, and enforcing the per- the Department in preparing the appli- mittee’s compliance with its approved cant’s permit up to the date on which exploration plan(s), plan(s) or oper- the Regional Director receives written

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notice of the applicant’s withdrawal on the basis of the best available cost and for costs subsequently incurred by information. However, reimbursement the Department in terminating permit shall not be limited to the Regional Di- preparation and issuance. rector’s estimate if actual costs exceed (3) When two or more applications projected estimates. are filed which the Regional Director (e) All payments required by this sec- determines to be in competition with tion shall be made payable to the Serv- each other, each applicant shall reim- ice. No applicant or permittee shall set burse the Department for such actual off or otherwise deduct any debt due to costs incurred in processing its explo- or any sum claimed to be owed to it by ration plan and special use permit, if the United States from any payment issued, except that those costs which required by this section. Overpayments are not readily identifiable with one of shall be credited or refunded to the per- the applicants, shall be paid by each of son making them. the applicants in equal shares. (f) When through partnership, joint (c) Upon issuance of a special use per- venture or other business arrangement mit, the permittee shall make an ini- more than one person applies for or tial advance payment covering that participates in a special use permit, current fiscal year quarter and quar- each shall be jointly and severally lia- terly payments thereafter to cover the ble for reimbursing the Department’s actual costs incurred by the Depart- cost under this section. ment in administering the permittee’s (g) Any lodging, food, communica- permit for its duration. Such costs tion, and transportation provided by a shall include, but are not limited to, permittee under § 37.42 shall be deemed those direct costs and indirect costs, as to be costs paid to the Department in established by the indirect costs rate of kind for services rendered in inspecting the charging bureau or office, incurred and monitoring the permittee’s explor- in reviewing and acting on permittee’s atory activities. At the end of each plan(s) of operation; reviewing evi- quarter, the permittee shall furnish the dence of the permittee’s compliance Regional Director with a report, in a with any order given by the Regional format approved or prescribed by him, Director under § 37.13; preparing and on the goods and services provided dur- issuing the permittee’s special use per- ing that quarter, and the names of the mit; inspecting, monitoring, and en- individuals to whom they were pro- forcing the permittee’s compliance vided. with its approved exploration plan, (h) Any dispute between an applicant plan(s) of operation, special use permit or permittee and the Regional Director and this part; performing the permit- as to costs actually incurred by the De- tee’s obligations pursuant to § 37.31(a); partment and charged to the applicant and identifying, evaluating and pre- or permittee shall be finally decided serving historic, archeological and cul- for the Secretary by the Director, tural resources in areas to be explored using the procedures described in by the permittee. Each quarterly pay- § 37.22(c). ment will be paid at the outset of the quarter and will cover the estimated § 37.47 Civil penalties. cost of that quarter as adjusted by the (a) This section prescribes the proce- Regional Director by reason of any ad- dures for assessing a civil penalty for justment warranted by paragraph (b) of the violation of any provision of an ap- this section or by overpayments or un- proved exploration plan, any term or derpayments in previous quarters for condition of the special use permit which adjustment has not already been issued under § 37.23, or any prohibition made. Upon termination of the permit- contained in this part. The civil pen- tee’s special use permit, reimburse- alty remedy afforded by this section is ment or refundment of any outstanding in addition to all other remedies avail- amounts due the Department or the able to the Secretary. permittee shall be made within 180 (b) Notice of violation. (1) The notice days. of violation shall be issued by the So- (d) Estimates required by this section licitor and served personally or by reg- shall be made by the Regional Director istered mail upon the person named in

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the notice (hereinafter the respondent) partnership, association or agency, the or his authorized representative. The petition must be signed by an officer or notice shall contain: official authorized to sign such docu- (i) A summary of the facts believed ment. It must set forth in full the legal to show a violation by the respondent; or other reasons for the relief re- (ii) A specific reference to the provi- quested. sion, term, condition or prohibition al- (d) Notice of assessment. (1) After 45 legedly violated; and calendar days from the date of the no- (iii) The amount of the penalty pro- tice of violation or any amendment posed to be assessed. The notice may thereof, the Solicitor may proceed to also contain an initial proposal for determine whether the respondent compromise or settlement of the ac- committed the violation alleged and to tion. determine the amount of civil penalty (2) The notice of violation shall also to be assessed, taking into consider- advise respondent of his right to: ation the information available and (i) Respond to the notice within 45 such showing as may have been made calendar days from the date of its by the respondent. The Solicitor shall issuance by: (A) Undertaking informal notify the respondent of his determina- discussions with the Solicitor; (B) Ac- tions by a written notice of assess- cepting the proposed penalty or the ment, which shall also set forth the compromise, if any, offered in the no- basis for his determinations. The notice; or (C) Filing a petition for relief tice of assessment shall be served on in accordance with paragraph (c) of the respondent personally or by reg- this section; or istered mail. (ii) Take no action and await the So- (2) The notice of assessment shall licitor’s notice of assessment. Such re- also advise the respondent of his right sponse must be received by the Solic- to request a hearing on the matter in itor on or before the 45th day during accordance with paragraph (e) of this normal business hours at the address section. stated in the notice. (3) Any notice of violation may be (e) Request for a hearing. Within 45 amended, but any nontechnical amend- calendar days from the date of the ment will extend the running of the re- issuance of the notice of assessment, spondent’s 45 day period for response the respondent may request a hearing from the date of the notice to the date to be conducted on the matter in ac- of the amendment. cordance with 5 U.S.C. 554 through 557 (4) Acceptance of the proposed pen- by filing a dated, written request for alty or the compromise, if any, stated hearing with the Hearings Division, Of- in the notice of violation shall be fice of Hearings and Appeals, Depart- deemed to be a waiver of the notice of ment of the Interior, 801 North Quincy assessment required in paragraph (d) of Street, Arlington, Virginia 22203. Such this section and of the respondent’s request must be received at this ad- right to an opportunity for a hearing dress on or before the 45th day during described in paragraph (e) of this sec- normal business hours. The respondent tion. shall state the respondent’s preference (c) Petition for relief. If the respondent as to the place and date for a hearing. chooses, he may ask that no penalty be The request must enclose a copy of the assessed or that the amount be reduced notice of violation and the notice of as- and he may admit or contest the legal sessment. A copy of the request shall sufficiency of the Solicitor’s charges be served upon the Solicitor personally and allegations of facts, by filing a pe- or by mail at the address specified in tition for relief at the address specified the notice of assessment. in the notice within 45 calendar days (f) Finality of decision. If no request from the date thereof. Such petition for a hearing is filed in accordance must be received by the Solicitor on or with this section, the assessment stat- before the 45th day during normal busi- ed in the notice of assessment shall be ness hours. The petition shall be in effective and constitute the final ad- writing and signed by the respondent. ministrative decision of the Secretary If the respondent is a corporation, on the 45th calandar day from the date

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of the notice of assessment. If the re- CFR 4.1130 through 4.1141. In addition, quest for hearing is timely filed in ac- discovery of facts known and opinions cordance with this section, the date of held by experts, otherwise discoverable the final administrative decision in the under 43 CFR 4.1132(a) and acquired and matter shall be as provided in para- developed in anticipation of adminis- graph (g) or (h) of this section. When a trative adjudication or litigation, may civil penalty assessed under this sec- be obtained only as follows: tion becomes final, the respondent (i)(A) A party through interrog- shall have 20 calendar days from the atories require any other party to iden- date of the final administrative deci- tify each person whom the other party sion within which to make full pay- expects to call as an expert witness, to ment of the penalty assessed. Payment state the subject matter on which the will be timely only if received in the expert is expected to testify, and to Office of the Solicitor during normal state the substance of the facts and business hours on or before the 20th opinions to which the expert is ex- day. pected to testify and a summary of the (g) Hearing. (1) Upon receipt of a re- grounds for each opinion. quest for a hearing, the Hearings Divi- (B) Upon motion, the administrative sion will assign an administrative law law judge may order further discovery judge who shall have all the powers ac- by other means, subject to such recorded by law and necessary to preside strictions as to scope and such provi- over the parties and the hearing and to sions under paragraph (g)(3)(iii) of this make decisions in accordance with 5 section concerning fees and expenses, U.S.C. 554 through 557. Notice of such as the administrative law judge may assignment shall be given promptly to deem appropriate. the respondent and to the Solicitor at (ii) A party may discover facts the address stated in the notice of as- known or opinions held by an expert, sessment. Upon notice of the assign- who has been retained or employed by ment of an administrative law judge to another party in anticipation of admin- the case, the Solicitor shall file all cor- istrative adjudication or litigation or respondence and petitions exchanged preparation therefore and who is not between the Solicitor and the respond- expected to be called as a witness, only ent which shall become a part of the upon a showing of exceptional cir- hearing record. cumstances under which it is impracti- (2) The hearing shall be conducted in cable for the party seeking discovery accordance with 5 U.S.C. 554 through to obtain facts or opinions on the same 557 and with 43 CFR part 4 to the ex- subject by other means. tent that it is not inconsistent with (iii) Unless manifest injustice would this part. Subject to 43 CFR 1.3, the re- result, (A) the administrative law spondent may appear in person, by rep- judge shall require the party seeking resentative, or by counsel. The hearing discovery to pay the expert, or the De- shall be held in a location established partment if the expert is an employee by the administrative law judge, giving of the United States, a reasonable fee due regard to the convenience of the for time spent in responding to para- parties, their representatives and wit- graphs (g)(3)(i)(B) and (g)(3)(ii) of this nesses. Failure to appear at the time section; and (B) with respect to dis- set for hearing shall be deemed a waiv- covery under paragraph (g)(3)(i)(B) of er of the right to a hearing and consent this section the administrative law to the decision on the record made at judge may require and with respect to the hearing. The judge shall render a discovery under paragraph (g)(3)(ii) of written decision on the record, which this section the administrative law shall set forth his findings of facts and judge shall require, the party seeking conclusions of law and the reasons discovery to pay the other party a fair therefore, and an assessment of a civil portion of the fees and expenses reason- penalty if he determines that the re- ably incurred by the latter party in ob- spondent committed the violation taining facts and opinions from the ex- charged. pert. (3) Discovery shall be obtained by (4) Unless the notice of appeal is filed employing the procedures described 43 in accordance with paragraph (h) of

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this section, the administrative law less the matter is pending in court for judge’s decision shall constitute the judicial review or for recovery of the final administrative decision of the civil penalty assessed. A petition for Secretary in the matter and shall be- remission may be filed by the respond- come effective 30 calendar days from ent with the Solicitor at any time from the date of the decision. the date of the notice of violation re- (h) Appeal. (1) Either the respondent ferred to in paragraph (b) of this sec- or the Solicitor may seek an appeal tion until 90 days after the date of final from the decision of an administrative administrative decision assessing a law judge as to the respondent’s viola- civil penalty. The petition must set tion or penalty or both by the filing of forth in full the legal and other reasons a notice of appeal with the Director, for the relief requested. Any petition Office of Hearings and Appeals, United that is not timely filed will not receive States Department of the Interior, 801 consideration. The Solicitor’s decision North Quincy Street, Arlington, Vir- shall be the final administrative deci- ginia 22203, within 30 calendar days of sion for the Secretary on the petition. the date of the administrative law [48 FR 16858, Apr. 19, 1983, as amended at 67 judge’s decision. Such notice shall be FR 38208, June 3, 2002] accompanied by proof of service on the administrative law judge and the op- posing party. Subpart F—Reporting and Data (2) Upon receipt of such a request, Management the Director, Office of Hearings and Appeals, shall appoint an ad hoc ap- § 37.51 Operational reports. peals board to determine whether an (a) Each permittee shall submit re- appeal should be granted, and to hear ports every 2 weeks on the progress of and decide an appeal. To the extent exploratory activities in a manner and they are not inconsistent herewith, the format approved or prescribed by the provisions of 43 CFR part 4, subpart G Regional Director. These shall include, shall apply to appeal proceedings under but are not limited to, a daily log of this paragraph. The determination of operations, and a report on the dis- the board to grant or deny an appeal, covery of any springs, hydrocarbon as well as its decision on the merits of seeps, and other unusual phenomena. an appeal, shall be in writing and be- (b) Each permittee shall submit to come effective as the final administra- the Regional Director a semiannual re- tive determination of the Secretary in port of exploratory activities con- the matter on the date it is rendered, ducted within the periods from Decem- unless otherwise specified therein. ber through May and June through No- (i) Amount of penalty. The amount of vember. These semiannual reports any civil penalty assessed under this shall be submitted on August 1 and section shall not exceed $10,000 for each February 1 or, as otherwise specified by violation. Each day of a continuing the Regional Director, and shall con- violation shall, however, constitute a tain the following: separate offense. In determining the (1) A description of the work per- amount of such penalty, the nature, formed; circumstances, extent, and gravity of (2) Charts, maps, or plats depicting the violation committed, and, with re- the areas in which any exploratory ac- spect to the respondent, his history of tivities were conducted, specifically any prior offenses, his demonstrated identifying the seismic lines and the good faith in attempting to achieve locations where geological exploratory timely compliance after being cited for activities were conducted, and the lo- the violation, and such other matters cations of campsites, airstrips and as justice may require shall be consid- other support facilities utilized; ered. (3) The dates on which exploration (j) Petition for remission. The Solicitor was actually performed. may modify or remit, with or without (4) A narrative summary of any: (i) conditions, any civil penalty which is Surface occurrences of hydrocarbon or subject to imposition or which has environmental hazards, and (ii) adverse been imposed under this paragraph un- effects of the exploratory activities on

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the refuge’s wildlife, its habitat, the and final location maps of all survey environment, cultural resources, or stations; and, other uses of the area in which the ac- (2) All seismic data developed under tivities were conducted; and the permit, presented in a format pre- (5) Such other information as may be scribed or approved by the Regional Di- reasonably specified by the Regional rector and of a quality suitable for Director. processing. (c) Each permittee shall also submit (c) Processed geophysical informa- such other reports as are specified in tion shall be submitted with extra- this part. neous signals and interference removed as much as possible, and presented in a § 37.52 Records. format and of a quality suitable for interpretive evaluation, reflecting state- The permittee shall keep accurate of-the-art processing techniques. and complete records relating to its ex- (d) Processed, analyzed and inter- ploratory activities and to all data and preted data or information required to information, including, but not limited be submitted by the Act and this sec- to, raw, processed, reprocessed, ana- tion shall include, but not be limited lyzed and interpreted data and infor- to, seismic record sections, and mation, obtained as a result thereof. intepretations thereof; geologic maps, Until September 2, 1989, the Secretary cross sections, and intepretations shall have access to and the right to thereof; maps of gravitational and examine and reproduce any records, pa- magnetic fields and interpretations pers, or other documents relating to thereof; and chemical or other analyses such activities, data and information of rock samples collected on the refuge in order to ascertain the permittee’s and interpretations thereof. compliance with this part, ability to (e) Any permittee or other person perform under any special use permit, submitting processed, analyzed and in- and reliability and accuracy of all terpreted data or information to the data, information and reports sub- Regional Director shall clearly identify mitted to the Regional Director. them by marking the top of each page bearing such data or information with § 37.53 Submission of data and infor- the words ’’PROCESSED, ANALYZED mation. AND INTERPRETED DATA OR IN- (a) The permittee shall submit to the FORMATION’’. All pages so marked Regional Director free of charge all shall be physically separated by the data and information obtained as a re- person submitting them from those not sult of carrying out exploratory activi- so marked, unless doing so will destroy ties. Such data and information in- the value or integrity of the data or include copies of all raw data and infor- formation presented. In that event or mation and all processed, analyzed and in the event that an item is submitted interpreted data or information. The which is not susceptible to marking by permittee shall, unless directed other- page, the document or item submitted wise by the Regional Director, submit will be accompanied by a summary such data and information within 30 identifying the location of all proc- days after the end of the annual quar- essed, analyzed and interpreted data or ter during which they become available information which are not segregated to it at every level of data gathering or or marked by page, and explaning the utilization, i.e., acquisition, processing, reasons therefore. All pages not reprocessing, analysis, and interpreta- marked with this legend, all other data tion. and information not identified as bear- (b) Each submission of geophysical ing such data or information, and all data or information shall contain, un- other data and information incorrectly less otherwise specified by the Re- identified as bearing such data or infor- gional Director, the following: mation shall be treated as raw data (1) An accurate and complete record and information and shall be made of each geophysical survey conducted available to the public upon request in under the permittee’s permit, including accordance with § 37.54(a). The Depart- digital navigational data, if obtained, ment reserves the right to determine

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whether any page or item is correctly ration plans which must be published identified as constituting processed, in accordance with § 37.22(b), submitted analyzed and interpreted data or infor- by a permittee or a third party relating mation. to the activities covered by the Act (f) If the permittee proposes to trans- and this part available to the public in fer any data or information covered by accordance with the Freedom of Infor- this section to a third party or the mation Act, 5 U.S.C. 552, and 43 CFR third party proposes to transfer such part 2. data or information to another third (b) The Department reserves the party, the transferor shall notify the right to disclose any data and informa- Regional Director at least 10 days in tion obtained as a result of carrying advance and shall require the receiving out exploratory activities and sub- third party, in writing, to abide by the mitted by a permittee or a third party obligations of the permittee as speci- and any other information submitted fied in this section as a condition by a permittee or a third party which precedent to the transfer of such data may be exempt from public disclosure or information. under the Freedom of Information Act, (g) Upon request by the Department, 5 U.S.C. 552, to an agent or third party a permittee shall identify each person in order to carry out the Department’s to whom the permittee has provided statutory authorities. When prac- data and information pursuant to ticable, the Department shall notify § 37.22(d)(3) and provide a description of the permittee who provided the data or the area to which such data and infor- information of its intent to disclose mation pertain. the data or information to an agent or third party. Prior to any such disclo- § 37.54 Disclosure. sure, the recipient shall be required to (a) The Department shall make raw execute a written commitment not to data and information obtained as a re- transfer or to otherwise disclose any sult of carrying out exploratory activi- data or information to anyone without ties and submitted by the permittee or the express consent of the Department. a third party available to the public The recipient shall be liable for any un- upon submittal to the Congress of the authorized use by or disclosure of such report required by subsection (h) of the data or information to other third par- Act in accordance with subsection ties. (e)(2)(C) of the Act, this section, and (c) The Department reserves the the procedural requirements of the right to disclose upon proper request Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. any processed, analyzed and inter- 552, and 43 CFR part 2. The Department preted data and information and any shall withhold from the public all proc- other confidential information to the essed, analyzed and interpreted data or State of Alaska, to the Congress and information obtained as a result of car- any committee or subcommittee of the rying out exploratory activities and Congress having jurisdiction over the submitted by the permittee or a third refuge or this exploration program, and party, if they have been properly to any part of the Executive and Judi- marked and correctly identified in ac- cial Branches of the United States for cordance with § 37.53(e), until 10 years official use. The recipient shall be re- after the submission of such data or in- sponsible for maintaining the confiden- formation to the Regional Director or tiality of such data and information in until 2 years after any lease sale in- accordance with the Act. cluding the area within the refuge from (d) Commercial use by any person of which such data or information were data or information obtained as a re- obtained, whichever period is longer, sult of carrying out exploratory activi- by invoking subsection (e)(2)(C) of the ties and disclosed pursuant to this sec- Act and exemption 3 to the Freedom of tion is prohibited. No person shall ob- Information Act, 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(3). tain access from the Department, pur- Thereafter, the Department shall treat suant to paragraph (a) of this section, such data or information as raw data to any data or information obtained as and information. The Department shall a result of carrying out exploratory ac- make all other records, except explo- tivities and submitted by the permittee

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or a third party until such person pro- tions 13, 14, 23 and 24, T. 8. N., R. 36 E., Umiat vides the Department with a statement Meridian; certifying that person’s awareness of Thence northerly, between sections 13 and 14, approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- the prohibition contained in this para- tions 11, 12, 13 and 14, T. 8. N., R. 36 E., Umiat graph and the disqualification stated in Meridian; the first sentence of § 37.4(b). Thence westerly, between sections 11 and 14, 10 and 15, 9 and 16, 8 and 17, approxi- APPENDIX I TO PART 37—LEGAL DE- mately 4 miles to the corner of sections 7, 8, SCRIPTION OF THE COASTAL PLAIN, 17 and 18, T. 8 N., R. 36 E., Umiat Meridian; ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, Thence southerly, between sections 17 and ALASKA 18, 19 and 20, 29 and 30 to the corner of sections 29, 30, 31 and 32, T. 8. N., R. 36 E., Umiat Beginning at the meander corner of section Meridian; 35 on the First Standard Parallel North on Thence westerly, between sections 30 and the line of mean high water on the left bank 31, approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- of the Canning River, T. 5 N., R. 23 E., Umiat tions 25, 30, 31 and 36, T. 8. N., Rs. 35 and 36 Meridian; E., Umiat Meridian; Thence easterly, along the First Standard Thence southerly, between sections 31 and 36, approximately 1 mile to the corner of Parallel North, approximately 403⁄4 miles to the closing corner of T. 4 N., Rs. 30 and 31 E., Tps. 7 and 8 N., Rs. 35 and 36 E., Umiat Me- Umiat Meridian; ridian; Thence southerly, between Rs. 30 and 31 E., Thence westerly, between Tps. 7 and 8 N., approximately 6 miles to the corner of Tps. approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- 3 and 4 N., Rs. 33 and 34 E., Umiat Meridian; tions 1, 2, 35 and 36, Tps. 7 and 8 N., R. 35 E., Umiat Meridian; Thence easterly, between Tps. 3 and 4 N., Thence Northerly, between sections 35 and approximately 18 miles to the corner of Tps. 36 and 25 and 26, 23 and 24, approximately 3 3 and 4 N., Rs. 33 and 34 E., Umiat Meridian; miles to the corner of sections 13, 14, 23 and Thence southerly, between Rs. 33 and 34 E., 24, T. 8 N., R. 35 E., Umiat Meridian; approximately 6 miles to the corner of Tps. Thence westerly, between sections 14 and 2 and 3 N., Rs. 33 and 34 E., Umiat Meridian; 23, 15 and 22, 16 and 21, 17 and 20, 18 and 19, Thence easterly, between Tps. 2 and 3 N., 13 and 24, 14 and 23, 15 and 22, 16 and 21, 17 approximately 21 miles to the meander cor- and 20, approximately 10 miles to the corner ner of sections 4 and 33, on the line of mean of sections 17, 18, 19 and 20, T. 8 N., R. 34 E., high water on the left bank of the Aichilik Umiat Meridian; River, Tps. 2 and 3 N., R. 37 E., Umiat Merid- Thence northerly, between sections 17 and ian; 18, approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- Thence northeasterly, along the line of tions 7, 8, 17 and 18, T. 8 N., R. 34 E., Umiat mean high water on the left bank of the Meridian; Aichilik River, approximately 32 miles to a Thence westerly, between sections 7 and 18, point at the line of mean high tide of the approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- Beaufort Lagoon, located in section 28, T. 6 tions 7, 12, 13 and 18, T. 8 N., Rs. 33 and 34 E., N., R. 40 E., Umiat Meridian; Umiat Meridian; Thence on an approximate forward bearing Thence southerly, between Rs. 33 and 34 E., of N. 65 degrees E., approximately 7,600 feet approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- to a point on the northerly boundary of the tions 13, 18, 19 and 24, T. 8 N., Rs. 33 and 34 Arctic National Wildlife Refuge located in E., Umiat Meridian; section 22, T. 6 N., R. 40 E., Umiat Meridian Thence westerly, between sections 13 and at the line of extreme low tide; 24, 14 and 23, 15 and 22, approximately 3 miles Thence northwesterly, along the northerly to the corner of sections 15, 16, 21 and 22, T. boundary of the Arctic National Wildlife 8 N., R. 33 E., Umiat Meridian; Refuge at the line of extreme low tide on the Thence southerly, between sections 21 and seaward side of all offshore bars, reefs and is- 22, approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- lands, approximately 28 miles, to a point in tions 21, 22, 27 and 28, T. 8 N., R. 33 E., Umiat section 33, T. 9 N., R. 36 E., that is due north Meridian; of the corner of T. 8 N., Rs. 36 and 37 E., Thence westerly, between sections 21 and Umiat Meridian; 28, approximately one mile to the corner of Thence due South, approximately 3⁄4 mile sections 20, 21, 28 and 29, T. 8 N., R. 33 E., to the corner of T. 8 N., Rs. 36 and 37 E., Umiat Meridian; Umiat Meridian; Thence southerly, between sections 28 and Thence southerly between Rs. 36 and 37 E., 33, 29 and 32, approximately 2 miles to the approximately 3 miles to the corner of sec- corner of sections 4, 5, 32 and 33, Tps. 7 and tions 13, 18, 19, and 24, T. 8. N., Rs. 36 and 37 8 N., R. 33 E., Umiat Meridian; E., Umiat Meridian; Thence westerly, between Tps. 7 and 8 N., Thence westerly, between sections 13 and approximately 2 miles to the corner of Tps. 24, approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- 7 and 8 N., Rs. 32 and 33 E., Umiat Meridian;

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Thence southerly, between section 1 and 6 38.4 Authorized functions, powers, and du- approximately 1 mile to the corner of sec- ties. tions 1, 6, 7, and 12, T. 7 N., Rs. 32 and 33 E., 38.5 Emergency authority. Umiat Meridian; Thence westerly, between sections 1 and 12, Subpart C—Prohibitions approximately 1 mile to the corner of sections 1, 2, 11 and 12, T. 7 N., R. 32 E., Umiat 38.6 General. Meridian; 38.7 Adopted offenses. 38.8 Consistency with Federal law. Thence northerly, between sections 1 and 38.9 Breach of the peace. 2, 35 and 36, approximately 2 miles to the 38.10 Trespass. corner of sections 25, 26, 35 and 36, T. 8 N., R. 38.11 Prostitution and lewd behavior. 32 E., Umiat Meridian; 38.12 Alcoholic beverages. Thence westerly, between sections 26 and 38.13 Speed limits. 27, 34 and 35, approximately 2 miles to the 38.14 Miscellaneous prohibitions. corner of sections 27, 28, 33 and 34, T. 8 N., R. 38.15 Attempt. 32 E., Umiat Meridian; 38.16 Penalties. Thence southerly, between sections 33 and 34, approximately one mile to the corner of Subpart D—Civil Administration sections 3, 4, 33 and 34, Tps. 7 and 8 N., R. 32 E., Umiat Meridian; 38.17 General. Thence westerly, between Tps. 7 and 8 N., AUTHORITY: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k et approximately 3 miles to the corner of Tps. seq., 664, 668dd, 742(f), 3901 et seq.; 48 U.S.C. 7 and 8 N., Rs. 31 and 32 E., Umiat Meridian; 644a; sec. 48, Pub. L. 86–624, 74 Stat 424; E.O. Thence northerly, between ranges 31 and 32 13022, 61 FR 56875, 3 CFR, 1996 Comp., p. 224. E., approximately 31⁄2 miles to a point on the northerly boundary of the Arctic National SOURCE: 63 FR 11626, Mar. 10, 1998, unless Wildlife Refuge at the line of extreme low otherwise noted. tide located between sections 13 and 18, T. 8 N., Rs. 31 and 32 E., Umiat Meridian; Subpart A—General Thence westerly, along the northerly boundary of the Arctic National Wildlife § 38.1 Applicability. Refuge approximately 57 miles along the line of extreme low water of the Arctic Ocean, in- (a) The regulations of this part apply cluding all offshore bars, reefs, and islands, to the Midway Atoll National Wildlife to the most westerly tip of the most north- Refuge. For the purpose of this part, westerly island, westerly of Brownlow Point, the Midway Atoll National Wildlife section 6, T. 9 N., R. 25 E., Umiat Meridian; Refuge includes the Midway Islands, Thence on an approximate forward bearing Hawaiian Group, between the parallels 1 1 of S. 56 ⁄2 degree W. approximately 3 ⁄4 miles of 28 deg. 5′ and 28 deg. 25′ North lati- to the mean high water line of the extreme west bank of the Canning River in section 15, tude, and their territorial seas located T. 9 N., R. 24 E., Umiat Meridian; approximately between the meridians Thence southerly, along the mean high of 177 deg. 10′ and 177 deg. 30′ West lon- water line of the west bank of the Canning gitude, as were placed under the juris- River approximately 32 miles to the meander diction and control of the Interior De- corner on the First Standard Parallel North partment by the provisions of Execu- at a point on the southerly boundary of sec- tive Order No. 13022 of October 31, 1996 tion 35, T. 5 N., R. 23 E., Umiat Meridian, the (3 CFR, 1996 Comp., p. 224). point of beginning. (b) Administration of Midway Atoll [48 FR 16858, Apr. 19, 1983; 49 FR 7570, Mar. 1, National Wildlife Refuge is governed 1984] by the regulations of this part and parts 25–32 of title 50, Code of Federal PART 38—MIDWAY ATOLL Regulations; the general principles of NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE common law; the provisions of the criminal laws of the United States in Subpart A—General their entirety including the provisions of 18 U.S.C. 13 and those provisions Sec. that were not specifically applied to 38.1 Applicability. unincorporated possessions; the laws 38.2 Scope. applicable under the special maritime jurisdiction contained in 48 U.S.C. 644a; Subpart B—Executive Authority; Authorized and the provisions of the criminal laws Powers; Emergency Authority of the State of Hawaii to the extent the 38.3 Executive authority; duration. criminal laws of the State of Hawaii do

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not conflict with the criminal laws of (m) Issuance of lawful notices and or- the United States. ders necessary to the exercise of executive authority under this section. § 38.2 Scope. The provisions of this part are in ad- § 38.5 Emergency authority. dition to the regulations of 50 CFR During the imminence and duration parts 25–32 which also apply to Midway of any emergency, the Regional Direc- Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. tor may perform any lawful acts necessary to protect life and property on Subpart B—Executive Authority; Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. Authorized Powers; Emer- gency Authority Subpart C—Prohibitions § 38.3 Executive authority; duration. § 38.6 General. The executive authority of the Sec- In addition to any act prohibited by retary of the Interior over the Midway this part or 50 CFR part 27, any act Islands will be exercised by the Service committed on the Midway Atoll Na- Regional Director. The executive au- tional Wildlife Refuge that would be a thority of the Service Regional Direc- violation of the criminal laws of the tor may be redelegated to the Refuge United States or of the State of Hawaii Manager, Midway Atoll National Wild- as specified in subpart A of this part, life Refuge. as they now appear or as they may be amended or recodified; or any act com- § 38.4 Authorized functions, powers, mitted on the Midway Atoll National and duties. Wildlife Refuge that would be criminal The executive authority of the Re- if committed on board a merchant ves- gional Director concerning the Midway sel or other vessel belonging to the Islands includes: United States pursuant to the provi- (a) Issuance of citations for viola- sions of 48 U.S.C. 644a, is prohibited tions of this part and 50 CFR parts 25– and punishable, in accordance with the 32; National Wildlife Refuge System Ad- (b) Abatement of any public nuisance ministration Act, 16 U.S.C. 668dd, the upon the failure of the person con- criminal laws of the United States or cerned to comply with a removal no- the State of Hawaii as specified in sub- tice; part A of this part, as they now appear (c) Seizure of evidence; or as they may be amended or recodi- (d) Investigation of accidents and of- fied; or according to the laws applica- fenses; ble on board United States vessels on (e) Custody and disposal of lost or the high seas pursuant to the provi- abandoned property; sions of 48 U.S.C. 644a. (f) Regulation of aircraft and boat traffic and safety; § 38.7 Adopted offenses. (g) Imposition of quarantines; Any person who commits any act or (h) Evacuation of hazardous areas; omission on Midway Atoll National (i) Lawful restraint, detention, con- Wildlife Refuge which, although not finement, and care of persons prior to made punishable by an enactment of their prompt transfer to the custody of Congress, would be punishable if com- the United States District Court for mitted within the United States under the District of Hawaii; the United States criminal code at the (j) Lawful removal of person from the time of such act or omission, including Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge any provisions of the United States for cause; criminal code that are not specifically (k) Regulation of vehicle traffic and applied to unincorporated possessions safety; of the United States, will be guilty of a (l) Performance of other lawful acts like offense and subject to like punish- necessary for protecting the health and ment. Any person who commits any safety of persons and property on Mid- act or omission on Midway Atoll Na- way Atoll National Wildlife Refuge; tional Wildlife Refuge which, although and not made punishable by an enactment

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of Congress, would be punishable if pose one’s genitals under cir- committed within the State of Hawaii cumstances in which one’s conduct is by the laws thereof at the time of such likely to cause affront or alarm. act or omission, will be guilty of a like offense and subject to like punishment § 38.10 Trespass. to the extent the laws of the State of No person on Midway Atoll National Hawaii do not conflict with the crimi- Wildlife Refuge will: nal laws of the United States. (a) Loiter, prowl, or wander upon or near the assigned living quarters and § 38.8 Consistency with Federal law. adjacent property of another without Any provisions of the laws of the lawful purpose, or, while being upon or State of Hawaii, as they now appear or near the assigned living quarters and as they may be amended or recodified, adjacent property of another, peek in which are adopted by this part will any door or window of an inhabited apply only to the extent that they are building or structure located thereon not in conflict with any applicable without lawful purpose; Federal law or regulation. (b) Enter upon any assigned residential quarters or areas immediately ad- § 38.9 Breach of the peace. jacent thereto, without permission of No person on Midway Atoll National the assigned occupant; Wildlife Refuge will: (c) Enter or remain in, without law- (a) With intent to cause public incon- ful purpose, any office building, ware- venience, annoyance, or alarm, or reck- house, plant, theater, club, school, or lessly creating a risk thereof, engage in other building after normal operating fighting, threatening, or other violent hours for that building; or or tumultuous behavior; or make un- (d) Enter or remain in any area or reasonable noise or offensively coarse building designated and posted as ‘‘re- utterances, gestures, or displays, or ad- stricted’’ unless authorized by proper dress abusive language to any person authority to be there. present; or create a hazardous or physically offensive condition by any act § 38.11 Prostitution and lewd behavior. which is not performed under any au- No person on Midway Atoll National thorized license or permit; Wildlife Refuge will: (b) Having no legal privilege to do so, (a) Engage in prostitution. ‘‘Pros- knowingly or recklessly obstruct any titution’’ means the giving or receiving roadway, alley, runway, private drive- of the body for sexual intercourse for way, or public passage, or interfere hire; or with or unreasonably delay any emer- (b) Commit any lewd act in a public gency vehicle or equipment or author- place which is likely to be observed by ized vehicle, boat, vessel, or plane, or others who would be affronted or any peace officer, fireman, or other alarmed. public official engaged in or attempting to discharge any lawful duty or of- § 38.12 Alcoholic beverages. fice, whether alone or with others. No person on Midway Atoll National ‘‘Obstruction’’ as used in this para- Wildlife Refuge will: graph means rendering impassable (a) Sell any alcoholic beverages to without unreasonable inconvenience or any person who, because of age, would hazard; be prohibited from purchasing that (c) When in a gathering, refuse to beverage in a civilian establishment in obey a reasonable request or order by a Hawaii. peace officer, fireman, or other public (b) Present or have in possession any official: fraudulent evidence of age for the pur- (1) To prevent an obstruction of any pose of obtaining alcoholic beverages public road or passage; in violation of this section. (2) To maintain public safety by dis- (c) Be substantially intoxicated on persing those gathered in dangerous any street, road, beach, theater, club, proximity to a public hazard; or or other public place from the vol- (d) With intent to arouse or gratify untary use of intoxicating liquor, drugs sexual desire of any other person, ex- or other substance. As used in this

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paragraph, ‘‘substantially intoxicated’’ sult in the evacuation of an area, build- is defined as an actual impairment of ing, structure, vehicle, aircraft, or boat mental or physical capacities. or other vessel, or any other place by its occupants; or § 38.13 Speed limits. (c) Intentionally report to any public No person on Midway Atoll National official authorized to issue a warrant of Wildlife Refuge will exceed the speed arrest or make an arrest, that a crime limit for automobiles, trucks, bicycles, has been committed, or make any oral motorcycles, or other vehicles. Unless or written statement to any of the otherwise posted, the speed limit above officials concerning a crime or throughout the Midway Atoll National alleged crime or other matter, knowing Wildlife Refuge is 15 miles per hour. such report or statement to be false.

§ 38.14 Miscellaneous prohibitions. § 38.15 Attempt. No person on Midway Atoll National No person on Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge will: Wildlife Refuge will attempt to commit (a) Smoke or ignite any fire in any any offense prohibited by this part. designated and posted ‘‘No Smoking’’ area, or in the immediate proximity of § 38.16 Penalties. any aircraft, fueling pit, or hazardous Any person who violates any provi- material storage area; sion of this part will be fined or impris- (b) Knowingly report or cause to be oned in accordance with 16 U.S.C. reported to any public official, or will- 668dd(e) and Title 18, U.S. Code. fully activate or cause to be activated, any alarm, that an emergency exists, knowing that such report or alarm is Subpart D—Civil Administration false. ‘‘Emergency.’’ as used in subpart B of this part, includes any condition § 38.17 General. which results, or could result, in the Civil administration of Midway Atoll response of a public official in an emer- National Wildlife Refuge shall be gov- gency vehicle, or any condition which erned by the provisions of this part, 50 jeopardizes, or could jeopardize, public CFR parts 25–32, and the general prin- lives or safety, or results or could re- ciples of common law.

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