|
Contact Address: 14000 West State Route 2
|
Controlled Deer Hunts
Hunting is by permit only. Archery, Youth, and Shotgun controlled hunts are conducted on Ottawa NWR to manage white-tailed deer populations and provide recreational hunting opportunities. Handicapped-accessible blinds are available.
2009 Dates Archery Hunts: September 28th - October 15th (Mondays through Thursdays each week) Special Youth Gun Hunt: November 21 & 22 Regular Season Gun Hunt: Nov. 30 - Dec. 3 Preview Day for Permit Holders: Nov. 7 |
The Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Partners with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife to conduct controlled hunts.
How to Apply: Applications are available by accessing the ODOW webpage at www.ohiodnr.com/wildlife. Applications are available June 1st through July 31st. You may apply for controlled hunts online using Visa/Mastercard/Discover. Or, if you prefer to submit an application via U.S. mail, you may download a hard-copy of adult or youth controlled hunt applications. Applications must be returned by July 31st to ODOW. Applications may not be faxed or e-mailed.
Drawing Information: Drawings are held in early September. Results will be posted on the DOW website at www.ohiodnr.com/wildlife in early September. Applicants not chosen to participate will not be notified. Hunters chosen to participate will receive the necessary permit and instructions in the mail, including the date and location of the hunt. All participants must be properly licensed.
