Information for Hunters with Disabling Conditions

The Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge issues "Special Hunting Permits" for eligible physically challenged persons to provide hunting opportunities for people who need physical or mechanical assistance for mobility, during the prescribed seasons set by the refuge.

To qualify for a Wallkill River NWR Special Hunt Permit, hunters must present the following:

State of New Jersey Permit To Shoot or Hunt From a Stationary Vehicle
Information on how to obtain a State of New Jersey Permit and application can be found at www.njfishandwildlife.com or by writing NJ Fish & Wildlife, PO Box 400, Trenton, NJ 08625-0400.

Upon evidence of the NJ Permit To Shoot or Hunt From A Stationary Vehicle, hunters may then be issued a Wallkill River NWR Special Hunt Permit. With both permits and applicable zone 2 deer permits, the hunter has the opportunity to hunt the "Access for Disabled Hunters Only" property located at 119 Owens Station Road. This is the ONLY property in which properly licensed persons may shoot or hunt from a stationary vehicle.

In addition to all Federal, State and Refuge hunting regulations, the following regulations apply:

• Hunters with disabling conditions are encouraged to bring one non-hunting partner. The non-hunting partner is also required to carry a special refuge permit (free).
  
  
• Only the disabled hunter is allowed to possess a firearm or bow.
  
  
• The non-hunting partner must be within close proximity to the disabled hunter for assistance and for the purpose of game retrieval.
  
  
• The non-hunting partner may not participate in the hunt by "driving" animals to the disabled hunter.

Hunters with disabling conditions are welcome to hunt the remaining open areas of the refuge, but no special accommodations are available and the use of ATV's are prohibited. Hunters must park in designated Hunt Parking Areas.

An Important Message
Our wildlife is a valuable resource. Laws and regulations are intended to protect them, while allowing for some consumptive use. Hunters are encouraged to report any violations they may encounter to a State or Federal employee. The future of hunting on the refuge requires responsible hunter behavior and compliance with regulations.

Thank you. Have a safe and enjoyable hunting experience.

Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
1547 County Route 565
Sussex, NJ 07461
(973) 702-7266 x 10
(973) 702-7286 fax