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WPA Regulations
Please Act Responsibly
In addition to wetlands, grasslands are also important to waterfowl. Parking in designated areas limits damage to this critical vegetation and reduces travel lanes for predators (red fox, skunk and raccoon) preying on ground nesting birds. All outdoor enthusiasts, including berry pickers, bird watchers and hikers, should use the same parking areas as hunters.
Please review the regulations below and honor the WPA boundary. Straying onto private land without permission can harm relationships with our private landowner neighbors. Positive constructive relationships with these neighbors play an important role in the well being of wildlife.
Act responsibly; rules and regulations do not miraculously "create" good hunting ethics. If one WPA is saturated with hunters, try another. Never hesitate to stop hunting short of a limit. Concentrate on taking only drakes; increasing hen numbers improve the prospect of higher waterfowl production for years to come. Report violators! They are detrimental to all. Pick up your empty shotshells as you enjoy your hunt. Return often and bring a friend to enjoy the outdoor wonders WPAs have to offer.
Regulations
Permitted
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Berry picking and mushrooming for personal consumption
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Hiking and cross country skiing
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Wildlife observation , study and photography
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Hunting and trapping (except where posted "Closed"). Both are subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Small game hunters using shotguns are required to use and possess only approved non-toxic shot during the hunting season. Firearms may only be used during hunting seasons.
Prohibited
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Use of motor vehicles and motorized watercraft, except by permit, or in designated parking areas and public roads
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Use or possession of alcoholic beverages while hunting
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Picking or destroying flowers, shrubs, or any other living vegetation
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Littering
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Camping and overnight use
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Fires
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The use of nails, wire, screws, or bolts to attach a stand to a tree or hunting from a tree into which a metal object has been driven to support a hunter. Portable or temporary hunting blinds or stands must be removed at the end of each day's hunt
