[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 69 (Thursday, April 9, 2020)]
[Proposed Rules]
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Vol. 85
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Part II
Department of the Interior
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50 CFR Parts 32, 36, and 71
2020-2021 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations;
Proposed Rule
Federal Register / Vol. 85 , No. 69 / Thursday, April 9, 2020 /
Proposed Rules
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Fish and Wildlife Service
50 CFR Parts 32, 36, and 71
[Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2020-0013; FXRS12610900000-201-FF09R20000]
RIN 1018-BE50
2020-2021 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations
AGENCY: Fish and Wildlife Service, Interior.
ACTION: Proposed rule.
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SUMMARY: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), propose to
open, for the first time, eight National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) that
are currently closed to hunting and sport fishing. In addition, we
propose to open or expand hunting and sport fishing at 89 other NWRs,
and add pertinent station-specific regulations for other NWRs that
pertain to migratory game bird hunting, upland game hunting, big game
hunting, and sport fishing for the 2020-2021 season. We also propose to
open hunting or sport fishing on nine units of the National Fish
Hatchery System (NFHs). We also propose to add pertinent station-
specific regulations that pertain to migratory game bird hunting,
upland game hunting, big game hunting, and sport fishing at these nine
NFHs for the 2020-2021 season. Further, we propose to open 41 limited-
interest easement NWRs in North Dakota for upland game and big game
hunting, and sport fishing in accordance with State regulations. Access
to these NWRs is controlled by the current landowners, and, therefore,
they are not fully open to the public unless authorized by the
landowner. We also propose to make regulatory changes to existing
station-specific regulations in order to reduce the regulatory burden
on the public, increase access for hunters and anglers on Service lands
and waters, and comply with a Presidential mandate for plain language
standards. Lastly, we propose to prohibit domestic sheep, goat, and
camelid pack animals on the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
DATES:
Written comments: We will accept comments received or postmarked on
or before June 8, 2020.
Information Collection Requirements: If you wish to comment on the
information collection requirements in this proposed rule, please note
that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is required to make a
decision concerning the collection of information contained in this
proposed rule between 30 and 60 days after publication of this proposed
rule in the Federal Register. Therefore, comments should be submitted
to OMB, with a copy provided to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Information Collection Clearance Officer, by June 8, 2020.
ADDRESSES: Written comments: You may submit comments by one of the
following methods:
Electronically: Go to the Federal eRulemaking Portal:
http://www.regulations.gov. In the Search box, type in FWS-HQ-NWRS-
2020-0013, which is the docket number for this rulemaking. Then, click
on the Search button. On the resulting screen, find the correct
document and submit a comment by clicking on ``Comment Now!''
By hard copy: Submit by U.S. mail or hand delivery: Public
Comments Processing, Attn: FWS-HQ-NWRS-2020-0013; U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service; 5275 Leesburg Pike, MS: PRB/PERMA (JAO); Falls
Church, VA 22041-3803.
We will not accept email or faxes. We will post all comments on
http://www.regulations.gov. This generally means that we will post any
personal information you provide us (see Request for Comments, below,
for more information). For information on specific refuges' or
hatcheries' public use programs and the conditions that apply to them
or for copies of compatibility determinations for any refuge(s),
contact individual programs at the addresses/phone numbers given in
Available Information for Specific Stations under SUPPLEMENTARY
INFORMATION.
Information collection requirements: Send your comments on the
requested revision of the information collection request (ICR) to the
Desk Officer for the Department of the Interior at OMB-OIRA at 202-395-
5806 (fax) or oira_submission@omb.eop.gov (email). Please provide a
copy of your comments to the Service Information Collection Clearance
Officer, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275 Leesburg Pike, MS: PRB/
PERMA (JAO), Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 (mail); or Info_Coll@fws.gov
(email). Please reference OMB Control Number 1018-0140 in the subject
line of your comments.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Katherine Harrigan, (703) 358-2440.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
The National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966
closes NWRs in all States except Alaska to all uses until opened. The
Secretary of the Interior (Secretary) may open refuge areas to any use,
including hunting and/or sport fishing, upon a determination that the
use is compatible with the purposes of the refuge and National Wildlife
Refuge System mission. The action also must be in accordance with
provisions of all laws applicable to the areas, developed in
coordination with the appropriate State fish and wildlife agency(ies),
consistent with the principles of sound fish and wildlife management
and administration, and otherwise in the public interest. These
requirements ensure that we maintain the biological integrity,
diversity, and environmental health of the Refuge System for the
benefit of present and future generations of Americans.
We annually review hunting and sport fishing programs to determine
whether to include additional stations or whether individual station
regulations governing existing programs need modifications. Changing
environmental conditions, State and Federal regulations, and other
factors affecting fish and wildlife populations and habitat may warrant
modifications to station-specific regulations to ensure the continued
compatibility of hunting and sport fishing programs and to ensure that
these programs will not materially interfere with or detract from the
fulfillment of station purposes or the Service's mission.
Provisions governing hunting and sport fishing on refuges are in
title 50 of the Code of Federal Regulations in part 32 (50 CFR part
32), and on hatcheries in part 71 (50 CFR part 71). We regulate hunting
and sport fishing to:
Ensure compatibility with refuge and hatchery purpose(s);
Properly manage fish and wildlife resource(s);
Protect other values;
Ensure visitor safety; and
Provide opportunities for fish- and wildlife-dependent
recreation.
On many stations where we decide to allow hunting and sport
fishing, our general policy of adopting regulations identical to State
hunting and sport fishing regulations is adequate in meeting these
objectives. On other stations, we must supplement State regulations
with more-restrictive Federal regulations to ensure that we meet our
management responsibilities, as outlined under Statutory Authority,
below. We issue station-specific hunting and sport fishing regulations
when we open wildlife refuges and fish hatcheries to migratory game
bird hunting, upland game hunting, big game hunting, or sport fishing.
These regulations may list the wildlife species that you may hunt or
fish; seasons, bag
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or creel (container for carrying fish) limits; methods of hunting or
sport fishing; descriptions of areas open to hunting or sport fishing;
and other provisions as appropriate.
Statutory Authority
The National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966
(Administration Act; 16 U.S.C. 668dd-668ee, as amended by the National
Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 [Improvement Act])
governs the administration and public use of refuges, and the Refuge
Recreation Act of 1962 (16 U.S.C. 460k-460k-4) (Recreation Act) governs
the administration and public use of refuges and hatcheries.
Amendments enacted by the Improvement Act were built upon the
Administration Act in a manner that provides an ``organic act'' for the
Refuge System, similar to organic acts that exist for other public
Federal lands. The Improvement Act serves to ensure that we effectively
manage the Refuge System as a national network of lands, waters, and
interests for the protection and conservation of our Nation's wildlife
resources. The Administration Act states first and foremost that we
focus our Refuge System mission on conservation of fish, wildlife, and
plant resources and their habitats. The Improvement Act requires the
Secretary, before allowing a new use of a refuge, or before expanding,
renewing, or extending an existing use of a refuge, to determine that
the use is compatible with the purpose for which the refuge was
established and the mission of the Refuge System. The Improvement Act
established as the policy of the United States that wildlife-dependent
recreation, when compatible, is a legitimate and appropriate public use
of the Refuge System, through which the American public can develop an
appreciation for fish and wildlife. The Improvement Act established six
wildlife-dependent recreational uses as the priority general public
uses of the Refuge System. These uses are hunting, fishing, wildlife
observation and photography, and environmental education and
interpretation.
The Recreation Act authorizes the Secretary to administer areas
within the Refuge System and Hatchery System for public recreation as
an appropriate incidental or secondary use only to the extent that
doing so is practicable and not inconsistent with the primary
purpose(s) for which Congress and the Service established the areas.
The Recreation Act requires that any recreational use of refuge or
hatchery lands be compatible with the primary purpose(s) for which we
established the refuge and not inconsistent with other previously
authorized operations.
The Administration Act and Recreation Act also authorize the
Secretary to issue regulations to carry out the purposes of the Acts
and regulate uses.
We develop specific management plans for each refuge prior to
opening it to hunting or sport fishing. In many cases, we develop
station-specific regulations to ensure the compatibility of the
programs with the purpose(s) for which we established the refuge or
hatchery and the Refuge and Hatchery System mission. We ensure initial
compliance with the Administration Act and the Recreation Act for
hunting and sport fishing on newly acquired land through an interim
determination of compatibility made at or near the time of acquisition.
These regulations ensure that we make the determinations required by
these acts prior to adding refuges to the lists of areas open to
hunting and sport fishing in 50 CFR parts 32 and 71. We ensure
continued compliance by the development of comprehensive conservation
plans and step-down management plans, and by annual review of hunting
and sport fishing programs and regulations.
Proposed Amendments to Existing Regulations
Updates to Hunting and Fishing Opportunities on NWRs and NFHs
This document proposes to codify in the Code of Federal Regulations
all of the Service's hunting and/or sport fishing regulations that we
would update since the last time we published a rule amending these
regulations (84 FR 47640; September 10, 2019) and that are applicable
at Refuge System and Hatchery System units previously opened to hunting
and/or sport fishing. We propose this to better inform the general
public of the regulations at each station, to increase understanding
and compliance with these regulations, and to make enforcement of these
regulations more efficient. In addition to now finding these
regulations in 50 CFR parts 32 and 71, visitors to our refuges and
hatcheries may find them reiterated in literature distributed by each
station or posted on signs.
Table 1--Proposed Changes for 2020-2021 Hunting/Sport Fishing Season
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Migratory bird
Station State hunting Upland game hunting Big game hunting Sport fishing
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Abernathy Fish Technology Center.. Washington........... Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
Alamosa........................... Colorado............. D.................... D.................... Already Open........ B.
Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee.... Florida.............. D.................... Closed............... C................... D.
Assabet River..................... Massachusetts........ C.................... C.................... C/D................. Already Open.
Balcones Canyonlands.............. Texas................ Already Open......... Already Open......... D................... Closed.
Bamforth.......................... Wyoming.............. Closed............... A.................... A................... Closed.
Banks Lake........................ Georgia.............. Closed............... Closed............... B................... Already Open.
Berkshire NFH..................... Massachusetts........ Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
Big Branch Marsh.................. Louisiana............ E.................... C/E.................. Already Open........ Already Open.
Bitter Lake....................... New Mexico........... E.................... Already Open......... D................... Closed.
Black Bayou Lake.................. Louisiana............ Already Open......... Already Open......... E................... Already Open.
Blackwater........................ Maryland............. D.................... Closed............... D................... Already Open.
Block Island...................... Rhode Island......... B.................... Closed............... D................... Already Open.
Bogue Chitto...................... Louisiana and E.................... E.................... E................... Already Open.
Mississippi.
Bombay Hook....................... Delaware............. C/D.................. C/D.................. D................... B.
Bosque del Apache................. New Mexico........... C/D.................. C/D.................. C/D/E............... Already Open.
Browns Park....................... Colorado............. Already Open......... Already Open......... C................... Already Open.
Buenos Aires...................... Arizona.............. C.................... C.................... C................... Closed.
Buffalo Lake...................... Texas................ B.................... C/D.................. Already Open........ Closed.
Cabeza Prieta..................... Arizona.............. B.................... B.................... C................... Closed.
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Canaan Valley..................... West Virginia........ D.................... D.................... D................... B.
Carolina Sandhills................ South Carolina....... Already Open......... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Catahoula......................... Louisiana............ C.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ Already Open.
Cedar Island...................... North Carolina....... E.................... Closed............... Closed.............. Closed.
Cibola............................ Arizona and E.................... C/D.................. D................... Already Open.
California.
Clarks River...................... Kentucky............. Already Open......... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Cokeville Meadows................. Wyoming.............. C.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ B.
Coldwater River................... Mississippi.......... C.................... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Crab Orchard...................... Illinois............. D/E.................. Already Open......... D/E................. Already Open.
Crescent Lake..................... Nebraska............. C/D.................. D.................... C................... E.
Dahomey........................... Mississippi.......... C.................... C.................... E................... Already Open.
Deer Flat......................... Idaho and Oregon..... Already Open......... Already Open......... Already Open........ D.
Dwight D. Eisenhower NFH.......... Vermont.............. Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
Edwin B. Forsythe................. New Jersey........... Already Open......... Already Open......... Already Open........ D.
Eufaula........................... Georgia and Alabama.. E.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ Already Open.
Everglades Headwaters............. Florida.............. A.................... A.................... A................... A.
Fallon............................ Nevada............... A.................... A.................... A................... Closed.
Fish Springs...................... Utah................. C.................... B.................... B................... Closed.
Flint Hills....................... Kansas............... Already Open......... C.................... E................... Already Open.
Fort Niobrara..................... Nebraska............. B.................... B.................... C/E................. Already Open.
Great Meadows..................... Massachusetts........ D.................... B.................... C/D................. Already Open.
Great River....................... Illinois and Missouri C.................... Already Open......... E................... Already Open.
Hart Mountain..................... Oregon............... B.................... C/D.................. Already Open........ Already Open.
Horicon........................... Wisconsin............ C.................... C.................... C................... Already Open.
Hutton Lake....................... Wyoming.............. Already Open......... B.................... B................... Closed.
Iroquois.......................... New York............. D/E.................. E.................... E................... Already Open.
John W. and Louise Seier.......... Nebraska............. A.................... A.................... A................... Closed.
John H. Chafee.................... Rhode Island......... A.................... A.................... A................... A.
Jordan River NFH.................. Michigan............. A.................... A.................... A................... Closed.
Kirwin............................ Kansas............... C.................... C/E.................. D................... E.
Kootenai.......................... Idaho................ C.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ D.
Lacreek........................... South Dakota......... D.................... C/D.................. C/D................. Already Open.
Laguna Atascosa................... Texas................ Closed............... Closed............... C................... Already Open.
Lamar NFH......................... Pennsylvania......... Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
Leavenworth NFH................... Washington........... B.................... B.................... B................... Already Open.
Lee Metcalf....................... Montana.............. Already Open......... B.................... D................... D.
Leslie Canyon..................... Arizona.............. A.................... A.................... A................... Closed.
Little White Salmon NFH........... Washington........... B.................... B.................... B................... Already Open.
Lower Rio Grande Valley........... Texas................ D/E.................. B.................... C/D/E............... Closed.
Marais des Cygnes................. Kansas............... C/E.................. C/E.................. E................... Already Open.
Mattamuskeet...................... North Carolina....... E.................... Closed............... Already Open........ Already Open.
Merced............................ California........... C.................... Closed............... Closed.............. Closed.
Middle Mississippi River.......... Illinois and Missouri C.................... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Minidoka.......................... Idaho................ C/D.................. C/D.................. C/D/E............... Already Open.
Monte Vista....................... Colorado............. D.................... D.................... Already Open........ Closed.
Montezuma......................... New York............. C.................... B.................... E................... D.
Muscatatuck....................... Indiana.............. B.................... C.................... E................... Already Open.
Nestucca Bay...................... Oregon............... C.................... Closed............... Closed.............. Already Open.
Ninigret.......................... Rhode Island......... Closed............... B.................... C/E................. Already Open.
Northern Tallgrass Prairie........ Minnesota............ D.................... D.................... D................... D.
North Platte...................... Nebraska............. Closed............... C/E.................. D/E................. Already Open.
Ottawa............................ Ohio................. D.................... D.................... D................... Already Open.
Overflow.......................... Arkansas............. C.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ Already Open.
Oxbow............................. Massachusetts........ D.................... C/D/E................ C/D/E............... Already Open.
Pahranagat........................ Nevada............... Already Open......... D.................... Closed.............. Already Open.
Pathfinder........................ Wyoming.............. C.................... Already Open......... Already Open........ Closed.
Patoka River...................... Indiana.............. C/D.................. C/D.................. D................... D.
Quivira........................... Kansas............... C.................... C.................... B................... Already Open.
Rachel Carson..................... Maine................ Already Open......... Already Open......... Already Open........ D.
Rydell............................ Minnesota............ B.................... B.................... E................... Already Open.
Sachuest Point.................... Rhode Island......... Closed............... B.................... B................... Already Open.
San Diego Bay..................... California........... Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
San Luis.......................... California........... Already Open......... E.................... Closed.............. Already Open.
Savannah.......................... South Carolina and Already Open......... C.................... C................... Already Open.
Georgia.
Seatuck........................... New York............. Closed............... Closed............... B................... Already Open.
Spring Creek NFH.................. Washington........... B.................... B.................... B................... Already Open.
Stewart B. McKinney............... Connecticut.......... D/E.................. Closed............... B................... Closed.
Stillwater........................ Nevada............... Already Open......... Already Open......... C................... Closed.
St. Marks......................... Florida.............. Already Open......... D/E.................. D/E................. Already Open.
St. Vincent....................... Florida.............. Closed............... E.................... E................... Already Open.
Swan River........................ Montana.............. Already Open......... Closed............... C................... Already Open.
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Swanquarter....................... North Carolina....... E.................... Closed............... Closed.............. Closed.
Tallahatchie...................... Mississippi.......... C.................... C.................... E................... Already Open.
Tennessee......................... Tennessee............ C/D.................. C/E.................. E................... Already Open.
Tensas River...................... Louisiana............ Already Open......... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Tishomingo........................ Oklahoma............. Already Open......... Closed............... Already Open........ E.
Trustom Pond...................... Rhode Island......... C.................... B.................... B................... Already Open.
Turnbull.......................... Washington........... E.................... Closed............... Already Open........ Closed.
Two Rivers........................ Illinois and Missouri D.................... D.................... D................... Already Open.
Umbagog........................... New Hampshire and Already Open......... Already Open......... Already Open........ B.
Maine.
Union Slough...................... Iowa................. C.................... C.................... Already Open........ Already Open.
Valentine......................... Nebraska............. C/D.................. C.................... C................... Already Open.
Wapato Lake....................... Oregon............... A.................... Closed............... Closed.............. Closed.
Wertheim.......................... New York............. Closed............... Closed............... C/E................. Already Open.
Willapa........................... Washington........... Already Open......... Already Open......... D................... Already Open.
Willard NFH....................... Washington........... Closed............... Closed............... Closed.............. A.
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Key: A = New station opened (Opening).
B = New activity on a station previously open to other activities (Opening).
C = Station already open to activity but added new species to hunt (Opening).
D = Station already open to activity, but added new lands/waters or modified areas open to hunting or fishing (Expansion).
E = Station already open to activity, but existing opportunity expanded through season dates, method of take, bag limits, quota permits, youth hunt,
etc. (Expansion).
The changes for the 2020-2021 hunting/fishing season noted in the
table above are each based on a complete administrative record which,
among other detailed documentation, also includes a hunt plan, a
compatibility determination (for refuges), and the appropriate National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA; 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) analysis, all
of which were the subject of a public review and comment process. These
documents are available upon request.
Through these openings and expansions, we are proposing to open or
expand hunting or sport fishing on 2,300,501 acres within the National
Wildlife Refuge System and the National Fish Hatchery System.
Limited-Interest Openings in North Dakota
We are also proposing to open limited-interest NWRs (easement
refuges) to hunting and fishing in accordance with State regulations
and with access controlled by the current landowners. These easement
refuges in North Dakota are a unique mix of government-owned and
private property that were established during the 1930s in response to
drought and economic depression in North Dakota. The Easement Refuge
Program began in 1935 and executed agreements that granted the Federal
Government migratory bird and flowage easements, many of them
perpetual, for the purposes of water conservation, drought relief, and
migratory bird and wildlife conservation. The overarching purpose of
the program is management of migratory birds, with these easements
serving as breeding grounds for many migratory waterfowl. The easements
thus established were later formally designated NWRs and became the 41
easement refuges that the Service now administers (and which the
Service retains the right to close to hunting/fishing, and later open,
these easement refuges for wildlife, safety, or other reasons).
We propose to open all 41 of these easement refuges to upland game
and big game hunting, with migratory bird hunting prohibited due to the
migratory bird management purpose of these refuges. It would also open
38 of the easement refuges to sport fishing, as the remaining 3 are
already open to sport fishing. This would open a total of 47,419 acres
to hunting and fishing, subject to the permission of current
landowners.
Other Updates to the Regulations for NWRs
We propose one change to 50 CFR part 36, the regulations concerning
Alaska NWRs. Specifically, we propose to prohibit domestic sheep,
goats, and camelids on the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The purpose
of this prohibition is to prevent the spread of diseases and parasites
to native wildlife populations, including mountain goats, musk oxen,
and especially Dall's sheep. Dall's sheep in Alaska, including on the
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, are free of domestic livestock
diseases and are believed to have very low immunity to many of these
diseases. Domestic sheep, goats, and camelids (e.g., llamas and
alpacas) are recognized as being at high risk for carrying disease
organisms, often asymptomatically, that are highly contagious and cause
severe illness or death in Dall's sheep.
Fish Advisory
For health reasons, anglers should review and follow State-issued
consumption advisories before enjoying recreational sport fishing
opportunities on Service-managed waters. You can find information about
current fish-consumption advisories on the internet at: http://www.epa.gov/fish-tech.
Request for Comments
You may submit comments and materials on this proposed rule by any
one of the methods listed in ADDRESSES. We will not accept comments
sent by email or fax or to an address not listed in ADDRESSES. We will
not consider hand-delivered comments that we do not receive, or mailed
comments that are not postmarked, by the date specified in DATES.
We will post your entire comment on http://www.regulations.gov.
Before including personal identifying information in your comment, you
should be aware that we may make your entire comment--including your
personal identifying information--publicly available at any time. While
you can ask us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying
information from public review, we cannot guarantee that we will be
able to do so. We will post all hardcopy comments on http://www.regulations.gov.
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Required Determinations
Clarity of This Proposed Rule
Executive Orders 12866 and 12988 and the Presidential Memorandum of
June 1, 1998, require us to write all rules in plain language. This
means that each rule we publish must:
(a) Be logically organized;
(b) Use the active voice to address readers directly;
(c) Use clear language rather than jargon;
(d) Be divided into short sections and sentences; and
(e) Use lists and tables wherever possible.
If you feel that we have not met these requirements, send us
comments by one of the methods listed in ADDRESSES. To better help us
revise the rule, your comments should be as specific as possible. For
example, you should tell us the numbers of the sections or paragraphs
that are unclearly written, which sections or sentences are too long,
the sections where you feel lists or tables would be useful, etc.
Regulatory Planning and Review (Executive Orders 12866 and 13563)
Executive Order 12866 provides that the Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) will review all significant rules. OIRA has
determined that this rulemaking is not significant.
Executive Order (E.O.) 13563 reaffirms the principles of E.O. 12866
while calling for improvements in the nation's regulatory system to
promote predictability, to reduce uncertainty, and to use the best,
most innovative, and least burdensome tools for achieving regulatory
ends. The executive order directs agencies to consider regulatory
approaches that reduce burdens and maintain flexibility and freedom of
choice for the public where these approaches are relevant, feasible,
and consistent with regulatory objectives. E.O. 13563 emphasizes
further that regulations must be based on the best available science
and that the rulemaking process must allow for public participation and
an open exchange of ideas. We have developed this rule in a manner
consistent with these requirements.
Executive Order 13771--Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory
Costs
This proposed rule is not an Executive Order (E.O.) 13771 (82 FR
9339, February 3, 2017) regulatory action because this proposed rule is
not significant under E.O. 12866.
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (as amended by the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act [SBREFA] of 1996) (5
U.S.C. 601 et seq.), whenever a Federal agency is required to publish a
notice of rulemaking for any proposed or final rule, it must prepare
and make available for public comment a regulatory flexibility analysis
that describes the effect of the rule on small entities (i.e., small
businesses, small organizations, and small government jurisdictions).
However, no regulatory flexibility analysis is required if the head of
an agency certifies that the rule will not have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities. Thus, for a
regulatory flexibility analysis to be required, impacts must exceed a
threshold for ``significant impact'' and a threshold for a
``substantial number of small entities.'' See 5 U.S.C. 605(b). SBREFA
amended the Regulatory Flexibility Act to require Federal agencies to
provide a statement of the factual basis for certifying that a rule
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities.
As a preface to this analysis, note that this proposed rule would
open 41 easement refuges to hunting and/or sport fishing, but because
these openings are subject to landowner permission, there is no direct
economic impact of the regulatory action and the indirect effects are
not reasonably foreseeable as they depend on the non-economic decisions
of private individuals.
This proposed rule would open or expand hunting and sport fishing
on 97 NWRs and 9 NFHs. As a result, visitor use for wildlife-dependent
recreation on these stations will change. If the stations establishing
new programs were a pure addition to the current supply of those
activities, it would mean an estimated maximum increase of 24,763 user
days (one person per day participating in a recreational opportunity;
see Table 2). Because the participation trend is flat in these
activities since 1991, this increase in supply will most likely be
offset by other sites losing participants. Therefore, this is likely to
be a substitute site for the activity and not necessarily an increase
in participation rates for the activity.
Table 2--Estimated Maximum Change in Recreation Opportunities in 2020-2021
[Dollars in thousands]
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Additional Additional Additional
Station hunting days fishing days expenditures
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Abernathy Fish Technology Center (FTC).......................... .............. .............. ..............
Alamosa......................................................... 75 200 $9.4
Arthur R. Marshall (ARM) Loxahatchee............................ 57 242 10.3
Assabet River................................................... 195 .............. 6.5
Balcones Canyonlands............................................ 30 .............. 1.0
Bamforth........................................................ 25 .............. 0.8
Banks Lake...................................................... 6 .............. 0.2
Berkshire NFH................................................... .............. 365 12.6
Big Branch Marsh................................................ 38 .............. 1.3
Bitter Lake..................................................... 16 .............. 0.5
Black Bayou Lake................................................ .............. .............. ..............
Blackwater...................................................... .............. .............. ..............
Block Island.................................................... 67 .............. 2.2
Bogue Chitto.................................................... 75 .............. 2.5
Bombay Hook..................................................... 50 365 14.3
Bosque del Apache............................................... 1,796 .............. 59.8
Browns Park..................................................... 40 .............. 1.3
Buenos Aires.................................................... 100 .............. 3.3
Buffalo Lake.................................................... 12 .............. 0.4
Cabeza Prieta................................................... 1,525 .............. 50.7
Canaan Valley................................................... .............. 365 12.6
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Carolina Sandhills.............................................. .............. .............. ..............
Catahoula....................................................... .............. .............. ..............
Cedar Island.................................................... 150 .............. 5.0
Cibola.......................................................... 800 .............. 26.6
Clarks River.................................................... 760 .............. 25.3
Cokeville Meadows............................................... 5 30 1.2
Coldwater River................................................. .............. .............. ..............
Crab Orchard.................................................... 21 .............. 0.7
Crescent Lake................................................... 200 600 27.4
Dahomey......................................................... 15 .............. 0.5
Deer Flat....................................................... .............. 120 4.2
Dwight D. Eisenhower NFH........................................ .............. 365 12.6
Edwin B. Forsythe............................................... .............. .............. ..............
Eufaula......................................................... 1 .............. ..............
Everglades Headwater............................................ 140 365 17.3
Fallon.......................................................... 3,883 .............. 129.2
Fish Springs.................................................... 21 .............. 0.7
Flint Hills..................................................... 50 .............. 1.7
Fort Niobrara................................................... 60 .............. 2.0
Great Meadows................................................... 178 .............. 5.9
Great River..................................................... 55 .............. 1.8
Hart Mountain................................................... 100 .............. 3.3
Horicon......................................................... 110 .............. 3.7
Hutton Lake..................................................... 100 .............. 3.3
Iroquois........................................................ 160 .............. 5.3
John W. and Louise Seier........................................ 200 .............. 6.7
John H. Chafee.................................................. 178 365 18.6
Jordan NFH...................................................... 17 .............. 0.6
Kirwin.......................................................... 245 .............. 8.2
Kootenai........................................................ .............. 50 1.7
Lacreek......................................................... 275 .............. 9.1
Laguna Atascosa................................................. 75 .............. 3.2
Lamar NFH....................................................... .............. 365 12.6
Leavenworth NFH................................................. .............. .............. ..............
Lee Metcalf..................................................... 200 .............. 6.7
Leslie Canyon................................................... 116 .............. 3.9
Little White Salmon NFH......................................... 50 .............. 1.7
Lower Rio Grande Valley......................................... 48 .............. 1.6
Marais des Cygnes............................................... 25 .............. 0.8
Mattamuskeet.................................................... 64 .............. 2.1
Merced.......................................................... 50 .............. 1.7
Middle Mississippi River........................................ 35 .............. 1.2
Minidoka........................................................ 100 .............. 3.3
Monte Vista..................................................... 25 .............. 0.8
Montezuma....................................................... 211 .............. 7.0
Muscatatuck..................................................... 53 .............. 1.8
Nestucca Bay.................................................... 32 .............. 1.1
Ninigret........................................................ 46 .............. 1.5
North Platte.................................................... 27 .............. 0.9
Northern Tallgrass Prairie...................................... 82 7 3.0
Ottawa.......................................................... 20 .............. 0.7
Overflow........................................................ .............. .............. ..............
Oxbow........................................................... 207 .............. 6.9
Pahranagat...................................................... 99 .............. 3.3
Pathfinder...................................................... 20 .............. 0.7
Patoka River.................................................... 89 15 3.5
Quivira......................................................... 425 .............. 14.1
Rachel Carson................................................... .............. .............. ..............
Rydell.......................................................... 110 .............. 3.7
Sachuest Point.................................................. 30 .............. 1.0
San Diego Bay................................................... .............. 365 12.6
San Luis........................................................ 50 .............. 1.7
Savannah........................................................ 1,245 .............. ..............
Seatuck......................................................... 90 .............. 3.0
Spring Creek NFH................................................ 20 .............. 0.7
St. Marks....................................................... 520 .............. 17.3
St. Vincent..................................................... 300 .............. 10.0
Stewart B. McKinney............................................. 262 .............. 8.7
Stillwater...................................................... 63 .............. 2.1
Swan River...................................................... 15 .............. 0.5
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Swanquarter..................................................... 75 .............. 2.5
Tallahatchie.................................................... 15 .............. 0.5
Tennessee....................................................... 265 .............. 8.8
Tensas.......................................................... .............. .............. ..............
Tishomingo...................................................... .............. 525 18.2
Trustom Pond.................................................... .............. .............. ..............
Turnbull........................................................ 120 .............. 4.0
Two Rivers...................................................... 162 .............. 5.4
Umbagog......................................................... .............. 365 12.6
Union Slough.................................................... 15 .............. 0.5
Valentine....................................................... 750 .............. 25.0
Wapato Lake..................................................... 2,304 .............. 76.7
Wertheim........................................................ 81 .............. 2.7
Willapa......................................................... 492 .............. 16.4
Willard NFH..................................................... .............. .............. ..............
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Total....................................................... 19,689 5,074 830.8
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To the extent visitors spend time and money in the area of the
station that they would not have spent there anyway, they contribute
new income to the regional economy and benefit local businesses. Due to
the unavailability of site-specific expenditure data, we use the
national estimates from the 2016 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting,
and Wildlife Associated Recreation to identify expenditures for food
and lodging, transportation, and other incidental expenses. Using the
average expenditures for these categories with the maximum expected
additional participation of the Refuge System and the Hatchery System
yields approximately $830,800 in recreation-related expenditures (see
Table 2, above). By having ripple effects throughout the economy, these
direct expenditures are only part of the economic impact of these
recreational activities. Using a national impact multiplier for hunting
activities (2.51) derived from the report ``Hunting in America: An
Economic Force for Conservation'' and for fishing activities (2.51)
derived from the report ``Sportfishing in America'' yields a total
maximum economic impact of approximately $3.3 million (2019 dollars)
(Southwick Associates, Inc., 2018). Using a local impact multiplier
would yield more accurate and smaller results. However, we employed the
national impact multiplier due to the difficulty in developing local
multipliers for each specific region.
Since we know that most of the fishing and hunting occurs within
100 miles of a participant's residence, then it is unlikely that most
of this spending will be ``new'' money coming into a local economy;
therefore, this spending will be offset with a decrease in some other
sector of the local economy. The net gain to the local economies will
be no more than $3.3 million, and likely less. Since 80 percent of the
participants travel less than 100 miles to engage in hunting and
fishing activities, their spending patterns will not add new money into
the local economy and, therefore, the real impact will be on the order
of about $654,000 annually.
Small businesses within the retail trade industry (such as hotels,
gas stations, taxidermy shops, bait-and-tackle shops, and similar
businesses) may be affected by some increased or decreased station
visitation. A large percentage of these retail trade establishments in
the local communities around NWRs and NFHs qualify as small businesses
(see Table 3, below). We expect that the incremental recreational
changes will be scattered, and so we do not expect that the rule will
have a significant economic effect on a substantial number of small
entities in any region or nationally. As noted previously, we expect at
most $830,800 to be spent in total in the refuges' local economies. The
maximum increase will be less than two-tenths of 1 percent for local
retail trade spending (see Table 3, below). Table 3 does not include
entries for those NWRs and NFHs for which we project no changes in
recreation opportunities in 2020-2021; see Table 2, above.
Table 3--Comparative Expenditures for Retail Trade Associated With Additional Station Visitation for 2020-2021
[Thousands, 2019 dollars]
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Estimated Establishments
Retail trade maximum Addition as % Establishments in with fewer than
Station/county(ies) in 2012 1 addition from of total 2012 1 10 employees in
new activities 2012 1
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Alamosa:
Alamosa, CO................................................... $312,549 $4.7 <0.01% 85 62
Conejos, CO................................................... 40,009 4.7 0.01 18 12
ARM Loxahatchee:
Palm Beach, FL................................................ 21,936,473 10.3 <0.01 5,236 3,925
Assabet River:
Middlesex, MA................................................. 23,767,638 6.5 <0.01 5,156 3,594
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Balcones Canyonlands:
Travis, TX.................................................... 17,352,705 0.3 <0.01 3,469 2,432
Burnet, TX.................................................... 687,767 0.3 <0.01 182 148
Williamson, TX................................................ 9,559,523 0.3 <0.01 1,277 840
Bamforth:
Albany, WY.................................................... 533,993 0.8 <0.01 141 103
Banks Lake:
Lanier, GA.................................................... D 0.2 D 21 17
Berkshire NFH:
Berkshire, MA................................................. 2,134,074 12.6 <0.01 711 508
Big Branch Marsh:
St. Tammany, LA............................................... 3,953,819 1.3 <0.01 915 656
Bitter Lake:
Chaves, NM.................................................... 996,707 0.5 <0.01 233 153
Block Island:
Washington, RI................................................ 1,865,967 2.2 <0.01 548 394
Bogue Chitto:
St. Tammany, LA............................................... 3,953,819 0.8 <0.01 915 656
Washington, LA................................................ 330,750 0.8 <0.01 138 104
Pearl River, MS............................................... 531,519 0.8 <0.01 172 128
Bombay Hook:
Kent, DE...................................................... 2,996,217 14.3 <0.01 561 368
Bosque del Apache:
Socorro, NM................................................... 133,401 59.8 0.04 39 31
Browns Park:
Moffat, CO.................................................... 224,866 1.3 <0.01 72 58
Buenos Aires:
Pima, AZ...................................................... 12,668,688 3.3 <0.01 2,770 1,857
Buffalo Lake:
Randall, TX................................................... 2,009,993 0.4 <0.01 352 247
Cabeza Prieta:
Yuma, AZ...................................................... 2,222,557 25.4 <0.01 449 302
Pima, AZ...................................................... 12,668,688 25.4 <0.01 2,770 1,857
Canaan Valley:
Tucker, WV.................................................... 55,811 12.6 0.02 28 18
Cedar Island:
Carteret, NC.................................................. 1,083,228 5.0 <0.01 363 276
Cibola:
La Paz, AZ.................................................... 485,448 13.3 <0.01 81 57
Imperial, CA.................................................. 1,867,209 13.3 <0.01 446 297
Clarks River:
Marshall, KY.................................................. 436,873 8.4 <0.01 103 54
Graves, KY.................................................... 449,527 8.4 <0.01 123 90
McCracken, KY................................................. 1,824,502 8.4 <0.01 411 256
Cokeville Meadows:
Lincoln, WY................................................... 201,089 1.2 <0.01 79 54
Crab Orchard:
Williamson, IL................................................ 1,243,002 0.2 <0.01 271 185
Union, IL..................................................... 186,073 0.2 <0.01 64 47
Jackson, IL................................................... 1,122,791 0.2 <0.01 225 143
Crescent Lake:
Garden, NE.................................................... 13,232 27.4 0.21 12 8
Dahomey:
Bolivar, MS................................................... 413,290 0.5 <0.01 161 120
Deer Flat:
Canyon, ID.................................................... 2,393,412 2.1 <0.01 485 351
Malheur, OR................................................... 595,184 2.1 <0.01 120 78
Dwight D. Eisenhower NFH:
Rutland, VT................................................... 1,205,694 12.6 <0.01 411 303
Eufaula:
Quitman, GA................................................... 13,494 <0.1 <0.01 10 10
Stewart, GA................................................... 19,042 <0.1 <0.01 15 15
Barbour, AL................................................... 229,916 <0.1 <0.01 94 77
Russell, AL................................................... 556,440 <0.1 <0.01 155 120
Everglades Headwater:
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Polk, FL...................................................... 7,232,622 8.7 <0.01 1,756 1,317
Okeechobee, FL................................................ 565,749 8.7 <0.01 157 120
Fallon:
Churchill, NV................................................. 261,819 129.2 0.05 69 50
Fish Springs:
Juab, UT...................................................... 127,530 0.7 <0.01 33 23
Flint Hills:
Coffey, KS.................................................... 123,995 0.8 <0.01 50 35
Lyon, KS...................................................... 549,988 0.8 <0.01 162 121
Fort Niobrara:
Cherry, NE.................................................... 97,237 2.0 <0.01 38 27
Great Meadows:
Middlesex, MA................................................. 23,767,638 5.9 <0.01 5,156 3,594
Great River:
Pike, IL...................................................... 194,031 0.6 <0.01 53 36
Clark, MO..................................................... 130,470 0.6 <0.01 36 28
Shelby, MO.................................................... 65,630 0.6 <0.01 35 25
Hart Mountain:
Lake, OR...................................................... 83,366 3.3 <0.01 30 22
Horicon:
Dodge, WI..................................................... 927,521 1.8 <0.01 234 159
Fond du Lac, WI............................................... 1,561,559 1.8 <0.01 354 225
Hutton Lake:
Albany, WY.................................................... 533,993 3.3 <0.01 141 103
Iroquois:
Genesee, NY................................................... 874,965 2.7 <0.01 219 163
Orleans, NY................................................... 281,049 2.7 <0.01 95 65
John W. and Louise Seier:
Rock, NE...................................................... 7,556 6.7 0.09 7 5
John H. Chafee:
Washington, RI................................................ 1,865,967 18.6 <0.01 548 394
Jordan River NFH:
Antrim, MI.................................................... 188,903 0.6 <0.01 88 77
Kirwin:
Phillips, KS.................................................. 57,317 8.2 0.01 35 27
Kootenai:
Boundary, ID.................................................. 111,427 1.7 <0.01 47 37
Lacreek:
Bennett, SD................................................... 36,017 9.1 0.03 15 9
Laguna Atascosa:
Cameron, TX................................................... 4,593,067 3.2 <0.01 1,119 758
Lamar NFH:
Clinton, PA................................................... 648,726 12.6 <0.01 121 82
Lee Metcalf:
Ravalli, MT................................................... 368,170 6.7 <0.01 166 124
Leslie Canyon:
Cochise, AZ................................................... 1,411,126 3.9 <0.01 408 301
Little White Salmon NFH:
Skamania, WA.................................................. 28,090 1.7 0.01 21 18
Lower Rio Grande Valley:
Willacy, TX................................................... 131,872 0.5 <0.01 32 24
Hildalgo, TX.................................................. 175,611 0.5 <0.01 26 20
Starr, TX..................................................... 484,809 0.5 <0.01 135 98
Marais des Cygnes:
Linn, KS...................................................... 59,571 0.8 <0.01 35 25
Mattamuskeet:
Hyde, NC...................................................... 33,868 2.1 0.01 36 35
Merced:
Merced, CA.................................................... 2,181,912 1.7 <0.01 528 348
Middle Mississippi River:
Monroe, IL.................................................... 536,378 0.4 <0.01 96 72
Randolph, IL.................................................. 415,738 0.4 <0.01 100 62
Jefferson, MO................................................. 435,265 0.4 <0.01 128 92
Minidoka:
Power, ID..................................................... 32,991 0.8 <0.01 16 13
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Cassia, ID.................................................... 360,659 0.8 <0.01 116 89
Blaine, ID.................................................... 332,491 0.8 <0.01 183 153
Minidoka, ID.................................................. 175,875 0.8 <0.01 62 47
Monte Vista:
Alamosa, CO................................................... 312,549 0.4 <0.01 85 64
Rio Grande, CO................................................ 111,147 0.4 <0.01 48 41
Montezuma:
Cayuga, NY.................................................... 973,987 2.3 <0.01 260 195
Seneca, NY.................................................... 545,489 2.3 <0.01 183 114
Wayne, NY..................................................... 915,984 2.3 <0.01 267 181
Muscatatuck:
Jackson, IN................................................... 660,019 0.9 <0.01 183 140
Jennings, IN.................................................. 219,265 0.9 <0.01 66 58
Nestucca Bay:
Lincoln, OR................................................... 646,693 1.1 <0.01 307 251
Ninigret:
Washington, RI................................................ 1,865,967 1.5 <0.01 548 394
North Platte:
Scotts Bluff, NE.............................................. D 0.9 D 178 128
Northern Tallgrass Prairie:
Pipestone, MN................................................. 150,875 1.0 <0.01 52 40
Pope, MN...................................................... 154,224 1.0 <0.01 41 32
Swift, MN..................................................... 104,292 1.0 <0.01 45 32
Ottawa:
Ottawa, OH.................................................... 476,239 0.7 <0.01 144 109
Oxbow:
Middlesex, MA................................................. 23,767,638 3.4 <0.01 5,156 3,594
Worcester, MA................................................. 12,155,780 3.4 <0.01 2,572 1,788
Pahranagat:
Lincoln, NV................................................... D 3.3 D 16 6
Pathfinder:
Natrona, WY................................................... 1,656,388 0.3 <0.01 363 262
Carbon, WY.................................................... 340,129 0.3 <0.01 86 73
Patoka River:
Pike, IN...................................................... 80,767 1.7 <0.01 31 23
Gibson, IN.................................................... 620,865 1.7 <0.01 120 84
Quivira:
Stafford, KS.................................................. 38,722 4.7 0.01 17 13
Rice, KS...................................................... 55,698 4.7 0.01 39 31
Reno, KS...................................................... 911,013 4.7 <0.01 265 194
Rydell:
Polk, MN...................................................... 369,241 3.7 <0.01 109 74
Sachuest Point:
Newport, RI................................................... 1,243,192 1.0 <0.01 430 332
San Diego Bay:
San Diego, CA................................................. 44,302,582 12.6 <0.01 9,219 6,314
San Luis:
Merced, CA.................................................... 2,181,912 1.7 <0.01 528 348
Seatuck:
Suffolk, NY................................................... 26,383,026 3.0 <0.01 6,524 3,904
Spring Creek NFH:
Skamania, WA.................................................. 28,090 0.3 <0.01 21 18
Klickitat, WA................................................. 71,785 0.3 <0.01 47 36
St. Marks:
Wakulla, FL................................................... 186,734 5.8 <0.01 62 49
Jefferson, FL................................................. 98,784 5.8 0.01 43 35
Taylor, FL.................................................... 230,580 5.8 <0.01 86 67
St. Vincent:
Franklin, FL.................................................. 108,995 10.0 0.01 67 52
Stewart B. McKinney:
Fairfield, CT................................................. 16,888,208 2.9 <0.01 3,459 2,453
New Haven, CT................................................. 12,880,670 2.9 <0.01 2,901 2,015
Middlesex, CT................................................. 2,452,586 2.9 <0.01 659 455
Stillwater:
Churchill, NV................................................. 261,819 2.1 <0.01 69 50
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Swan River:
Lake, MT...................................................... 66,984 0.5 <0.01 30 23
Swanquarter:
Hyde, NC...................................................... 33,868 2.5 0.01 36 35
Tallahatchie:
Tallahatchie, MS.............................................. 60,260 0.2 <0.01 40 36
Grenada, MS................................................... 462,248 0.2 <0.01 120 90
Tennessee:
Henry, TN..................................................... 545,041 2.2 <0.01 139 98
Benton, TN.................................................... 167,976 2.2 <0.01 59 47
Decator, TN................................................... 85,132 2.2 <0.01 45 35
Hunphreys, TN................................................. 206,806 2.2 <0.01 65 54
Tishomingo:
Johnston, OK.................................................. 68,010 9.1 0.01 35 31
Marshall, OK.................................................. 177,989 9.1 0.01 53 42
Turnbull:
Spokane, WA................................................... 7,305,612 4.0 <0.01 1,617 1,108
Two Rivers:
Jersey, IL.................................................... 256,816 1.3 <0.01 69 49
Calhoun, IL................................................... 30,438 1.3 <0.01 15 9
Greene, IL.................................................... 139,806 1.3 <0.01 49 32
St. Charlies, MO.............................................. 5,536,064 1.3 <0.01 1,085 695
Umbagog:
Oxford, ME.................................................... 680,802 6.3 <0.01 222 163
Coos, NH...................................................... 630,944 6.3 <0.01 184 143
Union Slough:
Kossuth, IA................................................... 274,837 0.5 <0.01 93 69
Valentine:
Cherry, NE.................................................... 97,237 25.0 0.03 38 27
Wapato Lake:
Washington, OR................................................ 9,342,147 38.3 <0.01 1,573 1,002
Yamhill, OR................................................... 987,290 38.3 <0.01 283 201
Wertheim:
Suffolk, NY................................................... 26,383,026 2.7 <0.01 6,524 3,904
Willapa:
Pacific, WA................................................... 120,098 16.4 0.01 89 68
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1 U.S. Census Bureau. ``D'' denotes sample size too small to report data.
With the small change in overall spending anticipated from this
proposed rule, it is unlikely that a substantial number of small
entities will have more than a small impact from the spending change
near the affected stations. Therefore, we certify that this rule, as
proposed, will not have a significant economic effect on a substantial
number of small entities as defined under the Regulatory Flexibility
Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). A regulatory flexibility analysis is not
required. Accordingly, a small entity compliance guide is not required.
Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act
The proposed rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804(2), the
Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act. We anticipate no
significant employment or small business effects. This proposed rule:
a. Would not have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million
or more. The minimal impact would be scattered across the country and
would most likely not be significant in any local area.
b. Would not cause a major increase in costs or prices for
consumers; individual industries; Federal, State, or local government
agencies; or geographic regions. This proposed rule would have only a
slight effect on the costs of hunting opportunities for Americans. If
the substitute sites are farther from the participants' residences,
then an increase in travel costs would occur. The Service does not have
information to quantify this change in travel cost but assumes that,
since most people travel less than 100 miles to hunt, the increased
travel cost would be small. We do not expect this proposed rule to
affect the supply or demand for hunting opportunities in the United
States, and, therefore, it should not affect prices for hunting
equipment and supplies, or the retailers that sell equipment.
c. Would not have significant adverse effects on competition,
employment, investment, productivity, innovation, or the ability of
U.S.-based enterprises to compete with foreign-based enterprises. This
proposed rule represents only a small proportion of recreational
spending at NWRs. Therefore, if adopted, this rule would have no
measurable economic effect on the wildlife-dependent industry, which
has annual sales of equipment and travel expenditures of $72 billion
nationwide.
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Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
Since this proposed rule would apply to public use of federally
owned and managed refuges, it would not impose an unfunded mandate on
State, local, or Tribal governments or the private sector of more than
$100 million per year. The proposed rule would not have a significant
or unique effect on State, local, or Tribal governments or the private
sector. A statement containing the information required by the Unfunded
Mandates Reform Act (2 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) is not required.
Takings (E.O. 12630)
In accordance with E.O. 12630, this proposed rule would not have
significant takings implications. This proposed rule would affect only
visitors at NWRs and NFHs, and would describe what they can do while
they are on a Service station.
Federalism (E.O. 13132)
As discussed under Regulatory Planning and Review and Unfunded
Mandates Reform Act, above, this proposed rule would not have
sufficient federalism implications to warrant the preparation of a
federalism summary impact statement under E.O. 13132. In preparing this
proposed rule, we worked with State governments.
Civil Justice Reform (E.O. 12988)
In accordance with E.O. 12988, the Department of the Interior has
determined that this proposed rule would not unduly burden the judicial
system and that it meets the requirements of sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2)
of the Order.
Energy Supply, Distribution or Use (E.O. 13211)
On May 18, 2001, the President issued E.O. 13211 on regulations
that significantly affect energy supply, distribution, and use. E.O.
13211 requires agencies to prepare Statements of Energy Effects when
undertaking certain actions. Because this proposed rule would add 8
NWRs to the list of refuges open to hunting and sport fishing, open or
expand hunting or sport fishing at 89 other NWRs, and open 9 NFHs to
hunting and/or sport fishing, it is not a significant regulatory action
under E.O. 12866, and we do not expect it to significantly affect
energy supplies, distribution, or use. Therefore, this action is not a
significant energy action, and no Statement of Energy Effects is
required.
Consultation and Coordination With Indian Tribal Governments (E.O.
13175)
In accordance with E.O. 13175, we have evaluated possible effects
on federally recognized Indian tribes and have determined that there
are no effects. We coordinate recreational use on NWRs and NFHs with
Tribal governments having adjoining or overlapping jurisdiction before
we propose the regulations.
Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA)
This proposed rule does not contain any new collections of
information that require approval by the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB). All information collections require approval under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.). We may not
conduct or sponsor and you are not required to respond to a collection
of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
The OMB has reviewed and approved the information collection
requirements associated with hunting and sport fishing activities
across the National Wildlife Refuge System and assigned the following
OMB control numbers:
1018-0140, ``Hunting and Sport Fishing Application Forms
and Activity Reports for National Wildlife Refuges, 50 CFR 25.41,
25.43, 25.51, 26.32, 26.33, 27.42, 30.11, 31.15, 32.1 to 32.72''
(Expires 07/30/2021),
1018-0153, ``National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Check-In
Permit and Use Report'' (Expires 04/30/2022),
1018-0102, ``National Wildlife Refuge Special Use Permit
Applications and Reports, 50 CFR 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 32, & 36''
(Expires 08/31/2020),
1018-0135, ``Electronic Federal Duck Stamp Program''
(Expires 01/31/2023),
1018-0093, ``Federal Fish and Wildlife Permit Applications
and Reports--Management Authority; 50 CFR 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23''
(Expires 08/31/2020), and
1024-0252, ``The Interagency Access Pass and Senior Pass
Application Processes'' (Expires 08/31/2020).
In accordance with the PRA and 5 CFR 1320.8(d)(1), we provide the
general public and other Federal agencies with an opportunity to
comment on our proposal to renew OMB control number 1018-0140. This
helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements
and minimize the public's reporting burden. It also helps the public
understand our information collection requirements and provide the
requested data in the desired format.
The Service's proposed rule (RIN 1018-BE50) would open, for the
first time, eight National Wildlife Refuges (NWRs) that are currently
closed to hunting and sport fishing. In addition, we propose to open or
expand hunting and sport fishing at 89 other NWRs, and add pertinent
station-specific regulations for other NWRs that pertain to migratory
game bird hunting, upland game hunting, big game hunting, and sport
fishing for the 2020-2021 season. We also propose to open hunting or
sport fishing on nine units of the National Fish Hatchery System
(NFHs). We also propose to add pertinent station-specific regulations
that pertain to migratory game bird hunting, upland game hunting, big
game hunting, and sport fishing at these nine NFHs for the 2020-2021
season. Further, we propose to open 41 limited-interest easement NWRs
in North Dakota for upland game and big game hunting in accordance with
State regulations. Access to these NWRs is controlled by the current
landowners, and, therefore, they are not fully open to the public
unless authorized by the landowner. The additional burden of
information collection through the opening of these NWRs to hunting
and/or sport fishing will also be included in this application to OMB
to revise OMB Control No. 1018-0140.
Many refuges offer hunting and sport fishing activities without
collecting any information. Those refuges that do collect hunter and
angler information do so seasonally, usually once a year at the
beginning of the hunting or sport fishing season. Some refuges may
elect to collect the identical information via a non-form format
(letter, email, or through discussions in person or over the phone).
Some refuges provide the form electronically over the internet. In some
cases, because of high demand and limited resources, we often provide
hunt opportunities by lottery, based on dates, locations, or type of
hunt.
Hunting Applications/Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System)
Form 3-2439 collects the following information from individuals
seeking hunting experiences on the National Wildlife Refuge System:
Lottery Application: Refuges who administer hunting via a
lottery system will use Form 3-2439 as the lottery application. If the
applicant is successful, the completed Form 3-2439 also serves as their
permit application, avoiding a duplication of burden on the public
filling out two separate forms.
Date of application: We often have application deadlines
and this
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information helps staff determine the order in which we received the
applications. It also ensures that the information is current.
Methods: Some refuges hold multiple types of hunts, i.e.,
archery, shotgun, primitive weapons, etc. We ask for this information
to identify which opportunity(ies) a hunter is applying for.
Species Permit Type: Some refuges allow only certain
species, such as moose, elk, or bighorn sheep to be hunted. We ask
hunters to identify which species hunt they are applying for.
Applicant information: We collect name, address, phone
number(s), and email so we can contact the applicant/permittee either
during the application process, when the applicant is successful in a
lottery drawing, or after receiving a permit.
Party Members: Some refuges allow the permit applicant to
include additional hunters in their group. We collect the names of all
additional hunters, when allowed by the refuge.
Parent/Guardian Contact Information: We collect name,
relationship, address, phone number(s), and email for a parent/guardian
of youth hunters. We ask for this information in the event of an
emergency.
Date: We ask hunters for their preferences for hunt dates.
Hunt/Blind Location: We ask hunters for their preferences
for hunt units, areas, or blinds.
Special hunts: Some refuges hold special hunts for youth,
hunters who are disabled, or other underserved populations. We ask
hunters to identify if they are applying for these special hunts. For
youth hunts, we ask for the age of the hunter at the time of the hunt.
Signature and date: To confirm that the applicant (and
parent/guardian, if a youth hunter) understands the terms and
conditions of the permit.
Sport Fishing Application/Permit (FWS Form 3-2358, ``Sport Fishing-
Shrimping-Crabbing-Frogging Permit Application'')
Form 3-2358 allows the applicant to choose multiple permit
activities, and requests the applicant provide the state fishing
license number. The form provides the refuge with more flexibility to
insert refuge-specific requirements/instructions, along with a permit
number and validity dates for season issued.
We collect the following information from individuals seeking sport
fishing experiences:
Date of application: We often have application deadlines
and this information helps staff determine the order in which we
received the applications. It also ensures that the information is
current.
State fishing license number: We ask for this information
to verify the applicant is legally licensed by the state (where
required).
Permit Type: On sport fishing permits, we ask what type of
activity (crabbing, shrimping, frogging, etc.) is being applied for.
Applicant information: We collect name, address, phone
number(s), and email so we can contact the applicant/permittee either
during the application process or after receiving a permit.
Signature and date: To confirm that the applicant (and
parent/guardian, if a youth hunter) understands the terms and
conditions of the permit.
Harvest/Fishing Activity Reports
We have four harvest/fishing activity reports, depending on the
species. We ask users to report on their success after their experience
so that we can evaluate hunt quality and resource impacts. We use the
following activity reports, which we distribute during appropriate
seasons, as determined by State or Federal regulations:
FWS Form 3-2359 (Big Game Harvest Report).
FWS Form 3-2360 (Sport Fishing Report).
FWS Form 3-2361 (Migratory Bird Hunt Report).
FWS Form 3-2362 (Upland/Small Game/Furbearer Report).
We collect the following information on the harvest reports:
Name of refuge and location: We ask this to track
responses by location, which is important when we manage more than one
refuge or activity area from one office.
Date: We ask when the hunter/angler participated in the
activity. This helps us identify use trends so we have resources
available.
Hours/Time in/out: We ask this to determine how long the
hunter/angler participated in the activity. We also use this to track
use so we can allocate resources appropriately.
Name, City, State: We ask for a name so we can identify
the user. We ask for residence information to help establish use
patterns (if users are local or traveling).
Number harvested/caught based on species: We ask this to
determine the impacts on wildlife/fish populations, relative success,
and quality of experience.
Species harvested/caught: We ask this to determine the
impacts on wildlife/fish populations, relative success, and quality of
experience.
Labeling/Marking Requirements
As a condition of the permit, some refuges require permittees to
label hunting and/or sport fishing gear used on the refuge. This
equipment may include items such as the following: Tree stands, blinds,
or game cameras; hunting dogs (collars); flagging/trail markers; boats;
and/or sport fishing equipment such as jugs, trotlines, and crawfish or
crab traps. Refuges require the owner label their equipment with their
last name, the state issued hunting/fishing license number, and/or
hunting/fishing permit number. Refuges may also require equipment for
youth hunters include ``YOUTH'' on the label. This minimal information
is necessary in the event the refuge needs to contact the owner.
Required Notifications
On occasion, hunters may find their game has landed outside of
established hunting boundaries. In this situation, hunters must notify
an authorized refuge employee to obtain consent to retrieve the game
from an area closed to hunting or entry only upon specific consent.
Certain refuges also require hunters to notify the refuge manager when
hunting specific species (e.g., black bear, bobcat, or eastern coyote)
with trailing dogs. Refuges encompassing privately owned lands,
referred to as ``easement overlay refuges'' or ``limited-interest
easement refuges,'' may also require the hunter obtain written or oral
permission from the landowner prior to accessing the land.
Self-Clearing Daily Check-In/Out Permit (FWS Form 3-2405)
FWS Form 3-2405 has three parts:
Self-Clearing Daily Check-in Permit. Each user completes
this portion of the form (date of visit, name, and telephone numbers)
and deposits it in the permit box prior to engaging in any activity on
the refuge.
Self-Clearing Daily Visitor Registration Permit. Each user
must complete the front side of the form (date, name, city, State, zip
code, and purpose of visit) and carry this portion while on the refuge.
At the completion of the visit, each user must complete the reverse
side of the form (number of hours on refuge, harvest information
(species and number), harvest method, angler information (species and
number), and wildlife sighted (e.g., black bear and hog) and deposit it
in the permit box.
Self-Clearing Daily Vehicle Permit. The driver and each
user traveling in the vehicle must complete this portion
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(date) and display in clear view in the vehicle while on the refuge.
We use FWS Form 3-2405 to collect:
Information on the visitor (name, address, and contact
information). We use this information to identify the visitor or
driver/passenger of a vehicle while on the refuge. This is extremely
valuable information should visitors become lost or injured. Law
enforcement officers can easily check vehicles for these cards in order
to determine a starting point for the search or to contact family
members in the event of an abandoned vehicle. Having this information
readily available is critical in a search and rescue situation.
Purpose of visit (hunting, sport fishing, wildlife
observation, wildlife photography, auto touring, birding, hiking,
boating/canoeing, visitor center, special event, environmental
education class, volunteering, other recreation). This information is
critical in determining public use participation in wildlife management
programs. This not only allows the refuge to manage its hunt and other
visitor use programs, but also to increase and/or improve facilities
for non-consumptive uses that are becoming more popular on refuges.
Data collected will also help managers better allocate staff and
resources to serve the public as well as develop annual performance
measures.
Success of harvest by hunters/anglers (number and type of
harvest/caught). This information is critical to wildlife management
programs on refuges. Each refuge will customize the form by listing
game species and incidental species available on the refuge, hunting
methods allowed, and data needed for certain species (e.g., for deer,
whether itis a buck or doe and the number of points; or for turkeys,
the weight and beard and spur lengths).
Visitors observations of incidental species. This
information will help managers develop annual performance measures and
it provides information to help develop resource management planning.
Photograph of animal harvested (specific refuges only).
This requirement documents the sex of animal prior to the hunter being
eligible to harvest the opposite sex (where allowed).
Date of visit and/or area visited.
Comments. We encourage visitors to comment on their
experience.
Due to the wide range of hunting and sport fishing opportunities
offered on the National Wildlife Refuge and National Fish Hatchery
Systems, the refuges and fish hatcheries may customize the forms to
remove any fields that are not pertinent to the recreational
opportunities they offer. Refuges will not add any new fields to the
forms, but the order of the fields may be reorganized. Refuges may
customize the forms with instructions and permit conditions specific to
a particular unit for the hunting/sport fishing activity.
Title of Collection: Hunting and Fishing Application Forms and
Activity Reports for National Wildlife Refuges, 50 CFR 25.41, 25.43,
25.51, 26.32, 26.33, 27.42, 30.11, 31.15, 32.1 to 32.72.
OMB Control Number: 1018-0140.
Form Number: FWS Forms 3-2405, 3-2439, and 3-2358 through 3-2362.
Type of Review: Extension of a currently approved collection.
Respondents/Affected Public: Individuals and households.
Respondent's Obligation: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit.
Frequency of Collection: On occasion.
Estimated Annual Non-hour Burden Cost: None.
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Completion
Annual number time per Total annual
Activity of responses response burden hours
(minutes)
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Hunting and Sport Fishing Permit Applications:
Form 3-2439 Hunt Application/Permit......................... 355,663 10 59,277
Form 3-2358 Fish/Crab/Shrimp Application/Permit............. 2,521 5 210
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Subtotal Applications:.................................. 358,184 .............. 59,487
Harvest Activity Reports:
Form 3-2359 Big Game Harvest Report......................... 93,717 15 23,429
Form 3-2360 Sport Fishing Harvest Report.................... 429,534 15 107,384
Form 3-2361 Migratory Bird Harvest Report................... 33,477 15 8,369
Form 3-2362 Upland Game Furbearer Harvest Report............ 25,524 15 6,381
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Subtotal Activity Reports:.............................. 582,253 .............. 145,563
Labeling/Marking Requirements................................... 2,203 10 367
Required Notifications.......................................... 433 30 217
Form 3-2405 Check-In/Out Permit................................. 663,000 5 55,250
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Subtotal Other Requirements:............................ 665,595 .............. 55,813
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Totals:............................................. 1,606,032 .............. 260,863
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The above burden estimates indicate an expected total of 1,606,031
responses and 260,863 burden hours across all of our forms. These
totals reflect expected increases of 31,490 responses and 5,114 burden
hours relative to the 2019-2020 rule and previous ICR. We expect such
increases in the use of our forms because we anticipate increased
hunting and fishing activity as a direct result of the increased number
of hunting and fishing opportunities on Service stations under the
proposed rule.
As part of our continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent
burdens, and in accordance with 5 CFR 1320.8(d)(1), we invite the
public and other Federal agencies to comment on any aspect of this
proposed information collection, including:
(1) Whether or not the collection of information is necessary for
the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including
whether or not the information will have practical utility;
(2) The accuracy of our estimate of the burden for this collection
of information, including the validity of the methodology and
assumptions used;
(3) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the
information to be collected; and
(4) Ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on
those who are to respond, including through
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the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other
technological collection techniques or other forms of information
technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of response.
Send your comments and suggestions on this information collection
by the date indicated in the DATES section to the Desk Officer for the
Department of the Interior at OMB-OIRA at (202) 395-5806 (fax) or
OIRA_Submission@omb.eop.gov (email). You may view the information
collection request(s) at http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain.
Please provide a copy of your comments to the Service Information
Collection Clearance Officer, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 5275
Leesburg Pike, MS: PRB/PERMA (JAO), Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 (mail);
or Info_Coll@fws.gov (email). Please reference OMB Control Number 1018-
0140 in the subject line of your comments.
Endangered Species Act Section 7 Consultation
We comply with section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.), when developing comprehensive
conservation plans and step-down management plans--which would include
hunting and/or fishing plans--for public use of refuges and hatcheries,
and prior to implementing any new or revised public recreation program
on a station as identified in 50 CFR 26.32. We have completed section 7
consultation on each of the affected stations.
National Environmental Policy Act
We analyzed this proposed rule in accordance with the criteria of
the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C.
4332(C)), 43 CFR part 46, and 516 Departmental Manual (DM) 8.
A categorical exclusion from NEPA documentation applies to
publication of proposed amendments to station-specific hunting and
fishing regulations because they are technical and procedural in
nature, and the environmental effects are too broad, speculative, or
conjectural to lend themselves to meaningful analysis (43 CFR 46.210
and 516 DM 8). Concerning the actions that are the subject of this
proposed rulemaking, we have complied with NEPA at the project level
when developing each proposal. This is consistent with the Department
of the Interior instructions for compliance with NEPA where actions are
covered sufficiently by an earlier environmental document (43 CFR
46.120).
Prior to the addition of a refuge or hatchery to the list of areas
open to hunting and fishing in 50 CFR parts 32 and 71, we develop
hunting and fishing plans for the affected stations. We incorporate
these proposed station hunting and fishing activities in the station
comprehensive conservation plan and/or other step-down management
plans, pursuant to our refuge planning guidance in 602 Fish and
Wildlife Service Manual (FW) 1, 3, and 4. We prepare these
comprehensive conservation plans and step-down plans in compliance with
section 102(2)(C) of NEPA, the Council on Environmental Quality's
regulations for implementing NEPA in 40 CFR parts 1500 through 1508,
and the Department of Interior's NEPA regulations 43 CFR part 46. We
invite the affected public to participate in the review, development,
and implementation of these plans. Copies of all plans and NEPA
compliance are available from the stations at the addresses provided
below.
Available Information for Specific Stations
Individual refuge and hatchery headquarters have information about
public use programs and conditions that apply to their specific
programs and maps of their respective areas. To find out how to contact
a specific refuge or hatchery, contact the appropriate Service office
for the States listed below:
Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Regional Chief, National
Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Eastside
Federal Complex, Suite 1692, 911 NE 11th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232-
4181; Telephone (503) 231-6214.
Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Regional Chief, National
Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, P.O. Box 1306,
500 Gold Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87103; Telephone (505) 248-6937.
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and
Wisconsin. Regional Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, 5600 American Blvd. West, Suite 990, Bloomington,
MN 55437-1458; Telephone (612) 713-5360.
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Puerto Rico,
and the Virgin Islands. Regional Chief, National Wildlife Refuge
System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 1875 Century Boulevard,
Atlanta, GA 30345; Telephone (404) 679-7166.
Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland,
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode
Island, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia. Regional Chief, National
Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 300 Westgate
Center Drive, Hadley, MA 01035-9589; Telephone (413) 253-8307.
Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota,
Utah, and Wyoming. Regional Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System,
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 134 Union Blvd., Lakewood, CO 80228;
Telephone (303) 236-8145.
Alaska. Regional Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service, 1011 E. Tudor Rd., Anchorage, AK 99503; Telephone
(907) 786-3545.
California and Nevada. Regional Chief, National Wildlife Refuge
System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 2800 Cottage Way, Room W-2606,
Sacramento, CA 95825; Telephone (916) 414-6464.
Primary Author
Katherine Harrigan, Division of Natural Resources and Conservation
Planning, National Wildlife Refuge System, is the primary author of
this rulemaking document.
List of Subjects
50 CFR Part 32
Fishing, Hunting, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements,
Wildlife, Wildlife refuges.
50 CFR Part 36
Alaska, Recreation and recreation areas, Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Wildlife refuges.
50 CFR Part 71
Fish, Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife.
Proposed Regulation Promulgation
For the reasons set forth in the preamble, we propose to amend
title 50, chapter I, subchapters C and E of the Code of Federal
Regulations as follows:
Subchapter C--The National Wildlife Refuge System
PART 32--HUNTING AND FISHING
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1. The authority citation for part 32 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k, 664, 668dd-668ee, and
715i; Pub. L. 115-20, 131 Stat. 86.
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2. Amend Sec. 32.7 by:
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a. Redesignating paragraph (c)(8) as paragraph (c)(9) and adding a new
paragraph (c)(8);
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b. Redesignating paragraphs (e)(17) through (22) as paragraphs (e)(18)
through (23) and adding a new paragraph (e)(17);
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c. Redesignating paragraphs (i)(5) through (14) as paragraphs (i)(6)
through (15) and adding a new paragraph (i)(5);
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d. Redesignating paragraphs (aa)(4) through (6) as paragraphs (aa)(5)
through (7) and adding a new paragraph (aa)(4);
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e. Redesignating paragraphs (bb)(3) through (6) as paragraphs (bb)(4)
through (7) and adding a new paragraph (bb)(3);
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f. Revising paragraph (hh);
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g. Redesignating paragraph (kk)(20) as paragraph (kk)(21) and adding a
new paragraph (kk)(20);
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h. Redesignating paragraphs (mm)(2) through (4) as paragraphs (mm)(3)
through (5) and adding a new paragraph (mm)(2); and
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i. Redesignating paragraphs (xx)(1) through (5) as paragraphs (xx)(2)
through (6) and adding a new paragraph (xx)(1).
The additions and revision read as follows:
Sec. 32.7 What refuge units are open to hunting and/or sport
fishing?
* * * * *
(c) * * *
(8) Leslie Canyon National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(17) San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(i) * * *
(5) Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(aa) * * *
(4) John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(bb) * * *
(3) Fallon National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(hh) North Dakota. (1) Appert Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(2) Ardoch National Wildlife Refuge.
(3) Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge.
(4) Arrowwood Wetland Management District.
(5) Audubon National Wildlife Refuge.
(6) Audubon Wetland Management District.
(7) Bone Hill National Wildlife Refuge.
(8) Brumba National Wildlife Refuge.
(9) Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(10) Camp Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(11) Canefield Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(12) Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(13) Chase Lake Wetland Management District.
(14) Cottonwood Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(15) Crosby Wetland Management District.
(16) Dakota Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(17) Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge.
(18) Devils Lake Wetland Management District.
(19) Half Way Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(20) Hiddenwood Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(21) Hobart Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(22) Hutchinson Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(23) J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge.
(24) J. Clark Salyer Wetland Management District.
(25) Johnson Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(26) Kulm Wetland Management District.
(27) Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge.
(28) Lake George National Wildlife Refuge.
(29) Lake Ilo National Wildlife Refuge.
(30) Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(31) Lake Nettie National Wildlife Refuge.
(32) Lake Otis National Wildlife Refuge.
(33) Lake Patricia National Wildlife Refuge.
(34) Lake Zahl National Wildlife Refuge.
(35) Lambs Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(36) Little Goose Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(37) Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(38) Long Lake Wetland Management District.
(39) Lords Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(40) Lost Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(41) Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge.
(42) Lostwood Wetland Management District.
(43) Maple River National Wildlife Refuge.
(44) Pleasant Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(45) Pretty Rock National Wildlife Refuge.
(46) Rabb Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(47) Rock Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(48) Rose Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(49) School Section National Wildlife Refuge.
(50) Sheyenne Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(51) Sibley Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(52) Silver Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(53) Slade National Wildlife Refuge.
(54) Snyder Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(55) Springwater National Wildlife Refuge.
(56) Stewart Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(57) Stoney Slough National Wildlife Refuge.
(58) Storm Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(59) Sunburst Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(60) Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge.
(61) Tewaukon Wetland Management District.
(62) Tomahawk National Wildlife Refuge.
(63) Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge.
(64) Wild Rice National Wildlife Refuge.
(65) Willow Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
(66) Wintering River National Wildlife Refuge.
(67) Wood Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(kk) * * *
(20) Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(mm) * * *
(2) John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
(xx) * * *
(1) Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
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3. Amend Sec. 32.22 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (b), (c), (d)(1) introductory text, (d)(1)(i),
(d)(2)(i) and (ii), and (d)(3);
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b. Redesignating paragraph (h) as paragraph (i); and
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c. Adding a new paragraph (h).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.22 Arizona.
* * * * *
(b) Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, merganser, moorhen
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(gallinule), common snipe, and mourning, white-winged, and Eurasian-
collared dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition: We allow portable or temporary blinds and stands,
but you must remove them at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93
of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of black-tailed and
antelope jackrabbit; cottontail rabbit; badger; bobcat; coati; kit and
gray fox; raccoon; ringtail; coyote; and hog-nosed, hooded, spotted,
and striped skunk on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(ii) We allow portable or temporary blinds and stands, but you must
remove them at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule and white-tailed
deer, javelina, mountain lion, and feral hog on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at
paragraphs (b)(2)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(4) [Reserved]
(c) Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to obtain a Barry M. Goldwater Range Entry
Permit (Department of Defense form/requirement--pending OMB approval)
from the refuge.
(ii) We prohibit falconry.
(iii) We allow dogs only for the pointing and retrieval of birds.
(iv) We allow hunting only during the late season dove hunt.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of Gambel's quail,
Eurasian collared-dove, desert cottontail rabbit, antelope and black-
tailed jackrabbit, coyote, spotted skunk, bobcat, ringtail, badger, and
fox in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
(ii) We do not allow wheeled carts in designated Wilderness.
(iii) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of desert bighorn sheep,
mule deer, and mountain lion on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (c)(2)(ii)
of this section apply.
(ii) We require Special Use Permits for all hunters (FWS Form 3-
1383-G), guides (FWS Form 3-1383-C), and stock animals (FWS Form 3-
1383-G).
(iii) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting big game.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck,
coot, moorhen (gallinule), common snipe, mourning and white-winged
dove, and Eurasian collared-dove on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow only shotgun, bow and arrow, and crossbow.
* * * * *
(2) * * *
(i) For cottontail rabbit, we allow only shotgun, bow and arrow,
crossbow, handgun, rifle, and muzzleloader.
(ii) For quail, we allow only shotgun, bow and arrow, crossbow, and
handgun shooting shot.
* * * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow rifle,
shotgun, handgun, muzzleloader, crossbow and bow and arrow, except for
archery-only hunts.
* * * * *
(h) Leslie Canyon National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of mourning, white-winged, and Eurasian
collared-dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition: We prohibit falconry.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of Gambel's and scaled
quail; cottontail; black-tailed jackrabbit; gray fox; coati; badger;
striped, hooded, spotted, and hog-nosed skunk; bobcat; raccoon; ring-
tailed cat; and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We prohibit pneumatic weapons.
(ii) We prohibit night hunting.
(iii) We allow upland game hunting on the refuge only during
general or archery State deer and javelina hunts when seasons overlap.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer, white-tailed
deer, javelina, and black bear on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(2)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow black bear hunting on the refuge only during general
or archery State deer and javelina hunt when seasons overlap.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
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4. Amend Sec. 32.23 by revising paragraphs (d)(1) introductory text,
(d)(1)(ii), and (g)(1) introductory text to read as follows:
Sec. 32.23 Arkansas.
* * * * *
(d) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl
(ducks, mergansers, and coots) on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(ii) We allow waterfowl hunting from legal shooting hours until 12
p.m. (noon).
* * * * *
(g) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of American
woodcock, duck, goose, and coot on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
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5. Amend Sec. 32.24 by:
0
a. Revising paragraphs (l)(1) introductory text, (m)(1)(viii), and
(m)(2)(i);
0
b. Redesignating paragraphs (q) through (v) as paragraphs (r) through
(w);
0
c. Adding a new paragraph (q); and
0
d. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (r)(1)(vii), (s)(2)(ii), and
(v)(2)(ii).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.24 California.
* * * * *
(l) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck,
coot, snipe, and moorhen on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
* * * * *
(m) * * *
(1) * * *
(viii) Hunters must enter and exit the hunting area from the three
designated hunt parking lots, which we open 1\1/2\ hours before legal
sunrise and close 1 hour after legal sunset each hunt day.
* * * * *
(2) * * *
(i) We limit hunting to junior hunters possessing a valid State
Junior Hunting License and refuge Junior Pheasant Hunt Permit (FWS Form
3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
* * * * *
(q) San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing from boats and other
flotation
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devices on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We prohibit shoreline fishing.
(r) * * *
(1) * * *
(vii) We prohibit the use of motorized boats and other flotation
devices in the free-roam units with the exception of the Freitas Unit.
* * * * *
(s) * * *
(2) * * *
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (s)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
* * * * *
(v) * * *
(2) * * *
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (v)(1)(i) through
(viii) of this section apply.
* * * * *
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6. Amend Sec. 32.25 by revising paragraphs (a)(2) and (4), (d)(3), and
(e)(2) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.25 Colorado.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit, and
black-tailed and white-tailed jackrabbit, on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following condition: The only acceptable methods
of take are shotgun, rifle firing rimfire cartridges less than .23
caliber, hand-held bow, pellet gun, slingshot, and hawking/falconry.
* * * * *
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
* * * * *
(d) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of pronghorn antelope,
moose, mule deer, and elk on designated areas of the refuge.
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit, and
black-tailed and white-tailed jackrabbit, on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following condition: The only acceptable methods
of take are shotgun, rifle firing rimfire cartridges less than .23
caliber, hand-held bow, pellet gun, slingshot, and hawking/falconry.
* * * * *
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7. Revise Sec. 32.26 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.26 Connecticut.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow refuge access 1\1/2\ hours prior to legal sunrise
until 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii)We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The
conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section
apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions
set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (a)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) We prohibit launching of motorboats from the refuge.
(iii) We prohibit the use of reptiles and amphibians as bait.
(b) Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory
game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, coot, merganser, brant,
sea duck, and goose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) For the Great Meadows unit, we will limit hunt days to
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays during the regular duck, sea duck,
and brant seasons.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(iii) We allow the use of temporary tree stands and blinds, which
must be removed at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of white-tailed deer
and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition: The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(iii)
of this section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
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8. Revise Sec. 32.27 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.27 Delaware.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System) for waterfowl hunting.
(ii) You must complete and return a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS
Form 3-2361), available at the refuge administration office or on the
refuge's website, within 15 days of the close of the season.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of grey squirrel,
cottontail rabbit, ring-necked pheasant, bobwhite quail, raccoon,
opossum, coyote, and red fox on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following condition: The condition set forth at paragraph
(a)(1)(iii) of this section applies.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey and deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) Hunting on the headquarters deer hunt area will be by lottery.
You must obtain and possess a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) from the refuge office or
website and have the permit in your possession while hunting.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
prohibit the use of lead fishing tackle on the refuge.
(b) Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow the hunting of waterfowl, coot, mourning dove, snipe,
and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must obtain and possess a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) from the refuge
office or website and have the permit in your possession while hunting.
(ii) You must complete and return a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS
Form 3-2361), available at the refuge administration office or on the
refuge's website, within 15 days of the close of the season.
(iii) We allow State certified hunters with disabilities hunting
privileges in the Disabled Waterfowl Draw Area subject to the following
condition: We
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do not allow assistants to enter a designated disabled hunting area
unless they are accompanied by a certified disabled hunter.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit, quail,
pheasant, and red fox on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i)
and (iv) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(ii) Hunting on the headquarters deer hunt area will be by lottery.
(iii) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(i) of this
section applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) On Turkle and Fleetwood ponds, we allow boats only with
electric trolling motors.
(ii) You must attend all crabbing and fishing gear at all times.
(iii) You must remove all personal property at the end of each
day's fishing activity (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this
chapter).
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9. Amend Sec. 32.28 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (a);
0
b. Redesignating paragraphs (e) through (n) as paragraphs (f) through
(o);
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c. Adding a new paragraph (e);
0
d. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (i)(2)(i) and (i)(3)(i);
0
e. In newly redesignated paragraph (j):
0
i. Revising paragraphs (j)(1)(ii) and (x);
0
ii. Adding paragraph (j)(1)(xi);
0
iii. Revising paragraphs (j)(3)(iv) through (viii) and (x);
0
iv. Removing paragraph (j)(3)(xiv);
0
v. Redesignating paragraphs (j)(3)(xv) through (xix) as paragraphs
(j)(3)(xiv) through (xviii);
0
vi. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (j)(3)(xv) and
(j)(3)(xviii); and
0
f. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (m)(2)(iii) and (vii), (m)(3)
introductory text, (m)(3)(i), (ii), (iv), (viii) and (ix), and
(n)(3)(vii).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 32.28 Florida.
* * * * *
(a) Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck and coot on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a signed refuge hunt permit (signed
brochure) while hunting. You must have on your person all applicable
licenses and permits, including CITES tags if applicable.
(ii) We prohibit hunting from all refuge structures, canals, and
levees; within \1/2\ mile of canoe trails, campsites, and boat ramps;
and in areas posted as closed. We allow motorized vessels in the
Motorized Zone, south of latitude line 26[deg]27.130. We allow
nonmotorized vessels in the Refuge Interior.
(iii) Hunters may only enter and leave the refuge at designated
entrances.
(iv) We allow only temporary blinds of native vegetation.
(v) Hunters must remove decoys and other personal property from the
hunting area at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(vi) Hunters may only use boats equipped with factory-manufactured,
water-cooled outboard motors; boats with electric motors; and
nonmotorized boats. We prohibit boats with air-cooled engines, fan
boats, hovercraft, and personal watercraft (jet skis, jet boats, wave
runners, etc.). We allow airboats by permit only (Special Use Permit
(FWS Form 3-1383-G)). We will issue airboat permits through a separate
lottery. There is a 35 miles per hour (mph) speed limit in all waters
of the refuge. A 500-foot (150-meter) ``idle speed zone'' is at each of
the refuge's three boat ramps.
(vii) Hunters operating boats in the Refuge Interior, outside of
the perimeter canal, are required to display a 10-inches by 12-inches
(25-centimeters by 30-centimeters) orange flag 10 feet (3 meters) above
the vessel's waterline.
(viii) We will allow airboats with a Duck and Coot Hunting Airboat
Permit during Phase 2 of the State duck and coot season only. We will
issue airboat permits through a separate lottery. Contact the Refuge
headquarters for airboat permitting information.
(ix) Airboats used while hunting must be stopped and shut off for
15 minutes prior to shooting. Permitted airboats must be in place 1
hour before legal sunrise and not move until 1 hour after legal
sunrise.
(x) All hunters must leave the hunt area once their bag/tag limit
has been reached.
(xi) We prohibit unrestricted airboat travel not associated with
hunting.
(xii) All hunters younger than age 18 must be supervised by a
licensed and permitted adult age 21 or older, and must remain with the
adult while hunting. Hunters younger than age 18 must have completed a
hunter education course.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of alligator, white-tailed
deer, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (iii),
(v) through (vii), and (ix) through (xi) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting on the refuge 1 hour before legal sunset on
Friday night through 1 hour after legal sunrise Saturday morning, and 1
hour before legal sunset on Saturday night through 1 hour after legal
sunrise Sunday morning. We allow alligator hunting the first two
weekends during Harvest Period 1 (August) and the first two weekends
during Harvest Period 2 (September). Following the close of Harvest
Period 2, the remaining weekends in October will be open for alligator
harvest permittees who possess unused CITES tags (OMB Control No. 1018-
0093). Specific dates for the alligator hunt are on the harvest permit
issued by the State.
(iii) Alligator hunters age 18 and older must be in possession of
all necessary State and Federal licenses, permits, and CITES tags, as
well as a signed refuge hunt permit (signed brochure) while hunting on
the refuge. They must possess an Alligator Trapping License with CITES
tag or an Alligator Trapping Agent License (State-issued), if
applicable.
(iv) Persons younger than age 18 may not hunt but may only
accompany an adult age 21 or older who possesses an Alligator Trapping
Agent License (State-issued).
(v) You may take alligators using hand-held snare, harpoon, gig,
snatch hook, artificial lure, manually operated spear, spear gun, or
crossbow. We prohibit the taking of alligators using baited hook,
baited wooden peg, or firearm. We allow the use of bang sticks (a hand-
held pole with a pistol or shotgun cartridge on the end in a very short
barrel) with approved nontoxic ammunition (see Sec. 32.2(k)) only for
taking alligators attached to a restraining line. Once an alligator is
captured, it must be killed immediately. We prohibit catch-and-release
of alligators. Once the alligator is dead, you must lock a CITES tag
through the skin of the carcass within 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) of
the
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tip of the tail. The tag must remain attached to the alligator at all
times.
(vi) Alligators must remain in whole condition while on refuge
lands.
(vii) We allow a limited quota permit for the taking of white-
tailed deer and incidental take of feral hog in the Refuge Interior, by
airboat (airboat permit required) and nonmotorized vessels only.
(viii) White-tailed deer and feral hog hunters age 18 and older
must be in possession of all necessary State and Federal licenses,
permits, as well as a refuge hunt permit (signed brochure) while
hunting on the refuge.
(ix) We have limited quota and specialty hunts for the taking of
white-tailed deer, and incidental take of feral hogs during the deer
hunts on the Strazzulla Marsh and the Cypress Swamp.
(x) We close the Refuge Interior to all other uses during the
limited quota white-tailed deer hunt in the Refuge Interior.
(xi) White-tailed deer hunters younger than age 18 must be
supervised by a licensed and permitted adult age 21 or older, and must
remain with the adult while hunting. Hunters younger than age 18 must
have completed a hunter education course.
(xii) We prohibit the use of dogs for the take or attempt to take
of white-tailed deer and feral hogs. We allow the use of dogs for blood
trailing only.
(xiii) We require nontoxic ammunition when deer hunting on the
refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(ii) and (iii),
(vi), (vii), and (xi) of this section apply.
(ii) We only allow the use of rods and reels and poles and lines,
and anglers must attend them at all times.
(iii) We allow frog gigging, bow fishing, and fish gigging in all
areas open to sport fishing, except in the A, B, and C Impoundments and
Strazzulla Marsh.
(iv) We prohibit frog gigging, bow fishing, and fish gigging from
structures and from within \1/2\ mile of refuge boat ramps, campsites,
and canoe trails, and in areas posted as closed.
(v) We allow the taking of frogs from July 16 through March 15 of
each year.
(vi) The daily bag limit for frogs is 50 frogs per vessel or party.
(vii) Fish and frogs must remain in whole condition while on refuge
lands.
(viii) Frogs may only be taken by gig, blowgun, or hook and line,
or by hand.
(ix) We limit frogging or fishing by airboat to nonhunting airboat
permittees only.
(x) We prohibit commercial fishing, including unpermitted
commercial guiding, and the taking of turtles and other wildlife (see
Sec. 27.21 of this chapter).
(xi) We allow 17 fishing tournaments a year by Special Use Permit
only (General Activities--Special Use Permit Application, FWS Form 3-
1383-G).
* * * * *
(e) Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory
game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on
designated areas of the refuge in accordance with State regulations and
applicable State Wildlife Management Area regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the refuge in accordance with applicable State Wildlife
Management Area regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the refuge in accordance with applicable State Wildlife Management
Area regulations.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to State regulations and applicable State Wildlife
Management Area regulations.
* * * * *
(i) * * *
(2) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (viii)
of this section apply.
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (viii)
of this section apply.
* * * * *
(j) * * *
(1) * * *
(ii) You must carry (or hunt within 30 yards of a hunter who
possesses) a valid State-issued Merritt Island Waterfowl Quota Permit,
while hunting in areas 1 or 4 during the State's regular waterfowl
season. The Waterfowl Quota Permit can be used for a single party
consisting of the permit holder and up to three guests. The permit
holder must be present. The Waterfowl Quota Permit is a limited entry
quota permit, is zone-specific, and is nontransferable.
* * * * *
(x) You must stop at a posted refuge waterfowl check station and
report statistical hunt information on the Migratory Bird Hunt Report
(FWS Form 3-2361) to refuge personnel.
(xi) When inside the impoundment perimeter ditch, you may use
gasoline or diesel motors. Outside the perimeter ditch, you must propel
vessels by paddling, push pole, or electric trolling motor.
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(iv) We allow hunting within the State's deer season on specific
days as defined by the refuge hunt brochure. Each hunt will be a 3-day
weekend. Legal shooting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to
\1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(v) Hunters possessing a valid permit (State-issued permit) may
access the refuge no earlier than 4 a.m. and must leave the refuge no
later than 2 hours after legal sunset. If you wish to track wounded
game beyond 2 hours after legal sunset, you must gain consent from a
Federal Wildlife Officer to do so.
(vi) We prohibit hunting from refuge roads or within 150 yards of
roads open to public vehicle traffic or within 200 yards of a building
or Kennedy Space Center facility.
(vii) Each permitted hunter may have one adult guest and one youth
hunter per adult. All guests must remain within 30 yards of the
permitted hunter. The party must share a single bag limit. Each adult
may supervise one youth hunter and must remain within sight and normal
voice contact.
(viii) You may set up stands or blinds up to 7 days prior to the
permitted hunt; you must remove them on the last day of your permitted
hunt. You must clearly mark stands and blinds with your Florida State
customer identification (ID) number found on your hunting license. You
may have no more than one stand or blind per person on the refuge at
any time. You must place a stand or blind for a youth hunter within
sight and normal voice contact of the supervisory hunter's stand and
mark it with the supervisory hunter's Florida State customer ID number
and the word ``YOUTH.''
* * * * *
(x) If you use flagging or other trail-marking material, you must
print your Florida State customer ID number on each piece or marker.
You may set out flagging and trail markers up to 7 days prior to the
permitted hunt, and you must remove them on the last day of the
permitted hunt.
* * * * *
(xv) You may field dress game; however, we prohibit cleaning game
within 150 yards of any public area, road, game-check station, or gate.
We prohibit dumping game carcasses on the refuge.
* * * * *
(xviii) You must stop at one of two check stations and report
statistical hunt
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information on the Self-Clearing Check-In/Out Permit (FWS Form 3-2405).
* * * * *
(m) * * *
(2) * * *
(iii) You may only use .22 caliber or smaller rim-fire rifles,
shotguns (#4 bird shot or smaller) (see Sec. 32.2(k)), or
muzzleloaders to harvest squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon. In addition,
you may use shotgun slugs, buckshot, archery equipment including
crossbows, center fire weapons, or pistols to take feral hogs.
* * * * *
(vii) You must check out all game taken at a game check station.
You must use the State harvest recording system to check out all white-
tail deer harvested on the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, feral
hog, and turkey in areas and during seasons designated in the hunting
brochure subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require State-issued refuge permits. Permits are
nontransferable. Each hunter must possess and carry a signed permit
when participating in a hunt.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (m)(2)(ii) and (iv)
through (vii) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(iv) There is a two deer limit per hunt, as specified at paragraph
(m)(3)(vi) of this section, except during the youth hunt, when the
limit is as specified at paragraph (m)(3)(vii) of this section. The
limit for turkey is one per hunt.
* * * * *
(viii) Mobility-impaired hunters may have an assistant accompany
them. You may transfer permits (State-issued permit) issued to
assistants. We limit those hunt teams to harvesting white-tailed deer
and feral hog within the limits provided at paragraph (m)(3)(vi) of
this section.
(ix) You may harvest one bearded turkey per hunt. You may only use
shotguns or archery equipment, including crossbows, to harvest turkey.
We prohibit hunting after 1 p.m.
* * * * *
(n) * * *
(3) * * *
(vii) We limit weapons to primitive weapons (bow and arrow,
muzzleloader, and crossbow) on the primitive weapons sambar deer hunt
and the primitive weapons white-tailed deer hunt. We limit the archery
hunt to bow and arrow, and crossbow. You may take feral hog and raccoon
only with the weapons allowed for that period.
* * * * *
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10. Amend Sec. 32.29 by:
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a. Adding paragraph (a)(3);
0
b. Redesignating paragraph (h)(1)(iv) as paragraph (h)(1)(v);
0
c. Adding a new paragraph (h)(1)(iv);
0
d. Revising paragraphs (h)(2)(i), (h)(3) introductory text, and
(h)(3)(i); and
0
e. Adding paragraph (h)(3)(vii).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 32.29 Georgia.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow alligator hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We only allow
alligator hunting during the first two weekends (from Friday 12:00 a.m.
(midnight) through Sunday 11:59 p.m.) of the State alligator season.
* * * * *
(h) * * *
(1) * * *
(iv) We allow the incidental take of armadillo, beaver, opossum,
and raccoon during all refuge hunts (migratory bird, upland, and big
game) with firearms and other equipment authorized for use on refuge
lands in Georgia only.
* * * * *
(2) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i), (iii), and
(iv) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer,
turkey, alligator, feral hog, and coyote on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i), (iii), and
(iv) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(vii) We prohibit catch-and-release of alligators.
* * * * *
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11. Amend Sec. 32.31 by revising paragraphs (c)(4)(i), (e)(1)
introductory text, (f)(1) introductory text, and (f)(2) and (3) to read
as follows:
Sec. 32.31 Idaho.
* * * * *
(c) * * *
(4) * * *
(i) From October 1 through April 14, we allow ice fishing on the
Lake Lowell Unit, unless otherwise posted by the Bureau of Reclamation.
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck,
coot, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
* * * * *
(f) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
coot, snipe, dove, and crow on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, grouse,
partridge (chukar and gray partridge), cottontail rabbit, and bobcat on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The
condition set forth at paragraph (f)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and elk on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Deer
and elk hunters may enter the hunt area from 1\1/2\ hours before legal
hunting time to 1\1/2\ hours after legal hunting time.
* * * * *
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12. Amend Sec. 32.32 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (b)(3)(iv)(A), (e)(1), (e)(3)(iii) and (v), (g),
and (i)(2);
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b. Removing paragraph (i)(3)(iii);
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c. Redesignating paragraph (i)(3)(iv) as paragraph (i)(3)(iii); and
0
d. Revising paragraphs (k)(1), (2), and (3).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 32.32 Illinois.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(3) * * *
(iv) * * *
(A) In the area west of Division Street and east of Blue Heron
Marina;
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game
birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: On the Long Island Division, we allow hunting only from
blinds constructed on sites posted by the Illinois Department of
Natural Resources.
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(iii) On the Fox Island Division, Slim Island Division, Cherry Box
Division, and Hickory Creek Division, we only allow archery deer
hunting during the Statewide archery season. We prohibit archery
hunting during the State firearm season.
* * * * *
(v) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of
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any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to
be waiting for the deer.
* * * * *
(g) Kankakee National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of wild turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) For hunting, you may possess only approved nontoxic shot shells
while in the field (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ii) You must remove all boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials,
stands, platforms, and other hunting equipment (see Sec. Sec. 27.93
and 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the refuge at the end of each
day's hunt.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The
condition set forth at paragraph (g)(2)(ii) of this section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
(i) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of small game,
furbearers, and game birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following condition: We open the refuge divisions for upland game
hunting from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal
sunset.
* * * * *
(k) Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must remove boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials,
stands, and platforms brought onto the refuge at the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow the use of dogs while hunting, provided the dog is
under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting for wild
turkey, small game, furbearers, and nonmigratory game birds on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (k)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) For hunting, you may use or possess only approved nontoxic
shot shells while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting
wild turkey (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(iii) We prohibit hunters using rifles or handguns with ammunition
larger than .22 caliber rimfire, except they may use black powder
firearms up to and including .50 caliber.
(iv) We allow the use of .22 and .17 caliber rimfire lead
ammunition for the taking of small game and furbearers during open
season.
(v) We allow hunting from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (k)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
* * * * *
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13. Amend Sec. 32.33 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (b), (c)(1) introductory text, and (c)(2)
introductory text;
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b. Redesignating paragraph (c)(3)(iv) as paragraph (c)(3)(v); and
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c. Adding new paragraph (c)(3)(iv).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.33 Indiana.
* * * * *
(b) Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, merganser, woodcock,
and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must remove all boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials,
stands, and platforms brought onto the refuge at the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting, provided the dogs are
under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(iii) We prohibit hunting and the discharge of a firearm within 100
yards (30 meters) of any dwelling or any other building that people,
pets, or livestock may occupy.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey, quail,
squirrel, raccoon, opossum, coyote, fox, skunk, and rabbit on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) For hunting, you may use or possess only approved nontoxic shot
shells while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting wild
turkey (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ii) We allow the use of rimfire weapons for upland/small game
hunting.
(iii) We prohibit the use of centerfire rifles for any hunts on
refuge property.
(iv) During spring turkey hunting, hunters must possess a State-
issued hunting permit during the first 6 days of the season.
(v) We prohibit turkey hunting after 1 p.m. each day.
(vi) We allow the incidental take of coyote only during other
refuge hunting seasons.
(vii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through
(iii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iii)
and (b)(2)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(iii) We prohibit the use or possession of tree spikes, plastic
flagging, and reflective tacks.
(iv) We prohibit firearms deer hunting during the State deer
firearm season (archery and muzzleloader only).
(v) We close archery deer hunting during the State muzzleloader
season.
(vi) We prohibit the possession of game trail cameras on the
refuge.
(vii) We require you to remove arrows from crossbows during
transport in a vehicle.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the use of any type of motor.
(ii) We allow the use of kayaks, canoes, belly boats, or float
tubes in all designated fishing areas.
(iii) We allow fishing only with rod and reel, or pole and line.
(iv) We prohibit harvest of frog and turtle (see Sec. 27.21 of
this chapter).
(v) We prohibit the use of lead fishing tackle.
(vi) We allow only youth age 15 and younger to fish in the
Discovery Pond.
(c) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
merganser, coot, woodcock, dove, snipe, rail, and crow on designated
areas of the refuge and the White River Wildlife
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Management Area subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of bobwhite quail,
pheasant, cottontail rabbit, squirrel (gray and fox), red and gray fox,
coyote, opossum, striped skunk, and raccoon subject to the following
conditions:
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(iv) On the Columbia Mine Unit, if you use a rifle to hunt, you may
use only rifles allowed by State regulations for hunting on public
land.
* * * * *
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14. Amend Sec. 32.34 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (d)(1) introductory text;
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b. Removing paragraph (d)(1)(i);
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c. Redesignating paragraphs (d)(1)(ii) through (d)(1)(v) as paragraphs
(d)(1)(i) through (d)(1)(iv); and
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d. Revising paragraphs (d)(2) introductory text, (d)(2)(i), (g)(1)
introductory text, (g)(1)(ii), and (g)(2) introductory text.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 32.34 Iowa.
* * * * *
(d) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow the hunting of dove,
duck, goose, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
bobwhite quail, pigeon, crow, cottontail rabbit, gray and fox squirrel,
and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iv)
of this section apply.
* * * * *
(g) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
coot, rail (Virginia and sora only), woodcock, dove, crow, and snipe on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(ii) We allow boats or other floating devices when hunting. You may
not leave boats unattended.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, gray
partridge, cottontail rabbit, squirrel (fox and gray), groundhog,
raccoon, opossum, fox, coyote, and skunk on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
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15. Revising Sec. 32.35 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.35 Kansas.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Flint Hills National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, mourning dove, duck, goose,
rail, woodcock, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) You must remove portable hunting blinds and decoys at the end
of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We only allow rimfire firearms, shotguns, and archery
equipment.
(iii) We prohibit shooting from or over roads and parking areas.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting migratory birds.
(v) We close hunting areas on the north side of the Neosho River to
all hunting from November 1 through March 1.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, pheasant,
prairie chicken, quail, rabbit, State-defined furbearers, and squirrel
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting upland game, except that
we prohibit the use of dogs when hunting coyotes and furbearers.
(ii) Shooting hours for upland game species are \1/2\ hour before
legal sunrise until legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the harvest of beaver and otter.
(iv) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You may possess only approved nontoxic shot for turkey hunting
(see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ii) We allow one portable blind or stand per hunter. You may place
your blind or stand on the refuge no more than 14 days prior to the
season, and you must remove it within 14 days of the close of the
season. You must remove portable blinds at the end of each day's hunt
(see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). You must label portable blinds and
stands with the owner's Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and
Tourism (KDWPT) number. Labels must be clearly visible from the ground.
(iii) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting turkey.
(iv) The condition set forth at paragraph (a)(1)(iii) of this
section applies.
(v) We only allow muzzleloaders, shotguns, and archery equipment.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the take of
reptiles and amphibians.
(b) Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, duck, goose, merganser,
mourning dove, rail, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must remove portable hunting blinds and decoys at the end
of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We prohibit shooting from or over roads and parking areas.
(iii) In Bow Creek, we allow hunting access by boat or on foot.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting migratory birds.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit,
jack rabbit, pheasant, prairie chicken, quail, State-defined
furbearers, and squirrel (fox and grey) on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow shotguns and archery equipment when hunting
upland game.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting upland game, except that
we prohibit the use of dogs when hunting coyotes and furbearers.
(iii) Shooting hours for upland game species are \1/2\ hour before
legal sunrise until legal sunset.
(iv) We prohibit the harvest of beaver and otter.
(v) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section
applies.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow archery hunting of deer.
(ii) We allow one portable blind or stand per hunter. You may place
your blind or stand on the refuge no more than 14 days prior to the
season, and you must remove it within 14 days of the close of the
season. You must remove portable blinds at the end of each day's hunt
(see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). You must label portable blinds and
stands with the owner's KDWPT number. Labels must be clearly visible
from the ground.
(iii) You must obtain a refuge-issued permit (FWS Form 3-2405,
Self-Clearing Check-In/Out Permit) to hunt deer on the refuge.
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(iv) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this
section applies.
(v) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting turkey.
(vi) You may possess only approved nontoxic shot for turkey hunting
(see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas on
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow boats for activities related to fishing.
(ii) We prohibit boating for fishing between October 1 and April 1
when the reservoir water elevation falls below 1,722 feet (measured on
October 1), except in the Bow Creek Hunting Unit. Boats may be launched
only at Scout Cove during this period.
(iii) We allow boating for fishing year-round, on the entire
reservoir, only when the reservoir water elevation is above 1,722 feet
(measured on October 1).
(iv) We prohibit anglers from using all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
when accessing Kirwin Reservoir for bank or ice fishing.
(v) We allow noncommercial collection of baitfish as governed by
State regulations.
(vi) We prohibit all activities associated with fishing
tournaments, outside of sport fishing itself, to include organized
gatherings, registrations, weigh-ins, and award presentations to be
held or organized on the refuge.
(vii) We prohibit the take of reptiles and amphibians.
(c) Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, duck, goose, mourning
dove, rail, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must remove portable hunting blinds and decoys at the end
of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We prohibit shooting from or over roads and parking areas.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting migratory birds.
(iv) We only allow shotguns and archery equipment.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, cottontail
rabbit, State-defined furbearers, squirrel, and upland birds on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting upland game, except that
we prohibit the use of dogs when hunting coyotes and furbearers.
(ii) Shooting hours for upland game species are \1/2\ hour before
legal sunrise until legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the harvest of beaver and otter.
(iv) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), and
(iv) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a State-issued refuge access permit
to hunt deer and spring turkey.
(ii) We allow one portable blind or stand per hunter. You may place
your blind or stand on the refuge no more than 14 days prior to the
season, and you must remove it within 14 days of the close of the
season. You must remove portable blinds at the end of each day's hunt
(see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). You must label portable blinds and
stands with the owner's KDWPT number. Labels must be clearly visible
from the ground.
(iii) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting turkey.
(iv) You may possess only approved nontoxic shot for turkey hunting
(see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(v) The condition set forth at paragraph (c)(1)(ii) of this section
applies.
(vi) We only allow archery deer hunting, except during the January
antlerless deer season when we allow the use of archery, muzzleloader,
and shotgun.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the take of
reptiles and amphibians.
(d) Quivira National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, duck, goose, and mourning dove
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open refuge hunting areas from September 1 through February
28.
(ii) The refuge is open from 1\1/2\ hours before legal sunrise to
1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the retrieval of game from areas closed to
hunting.
(iv) You must remove portable hunting blinds and decoys at the end
of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We prohibit shooting from or over roads and parking areas.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs when hunting migratory birds.
(vii) We only allow shotguns and archery equipment.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, pheasant,
quail, State-designated furbearers, squirrel, and rabbit on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iii),
(v), and (vii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting upland game, except that
we prohibit the use of dogs when hunting coyotes and furbearers.
(iii) We prohibit the harvest of beaver and otter.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You may possess only approved nontoxic ammunition for turkey
and deer hunting (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ii) You must possess a State-issued refuge access permit for deer
and turkey hunting.
(iii) We allow one portable blind or stand per hunter. You may
place your blind or stand on the refuge no more than 14 days prior to
the season, and you must remove it within 14 days of the close of the
season. You must remove portable blinds at the end of each day's hunt
(see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). You must label portable blinds and
stands with the owner's KDWPT number. Labels must be clearly visible
from the ground.
(iv) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting turkey.
(v) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iii)
and (v) of this section apply.
(vi) We only allow muzzleloaders, shotguns, and archery equipment.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on all waters on the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit taking of reptiles and amphibians.
(ii) We prohibit the use of trotlines and setlines.
(iii) We prohibit the use of seines for taking bait.
(iv) We prohibit fishing from water control structures and bridges.
(v) We restrict fishing in the designated ``Kid's Pond,''
approximately \1/4\ mile (.4 kilometers) west-southwest of
headquarters, to youth age 14 and younger, and to a parent and/or
guardian age 18 or older accompanying a youth.
(vi) The creel limit for the Kid's Pond is one fish per day.
(vii) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(ii) of this
section applies.
(viii) The only live bait we allow is worms; we prohibit all other
live bait.
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16. Amend Sec. 32.36 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (a)(1)(iii), (v), and (vi);
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b. Removing paragraphs (a)(1)(vii) and (viii); and
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c. Revising paragraphs (a)(2) and (a)(3)(i).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 32.36 Kentucky.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(1) * * *
(iii) We prohibit hunting within 100 feet (30 meters) of a
residence and discharge of firearms within 200 feet (60 meters) of any
home, the abandoned railroad tracks, graveled roads, and hiking trails.
* * * * *
(v) We allow the use of dogs for waterfowl, quail, snipe, dove,
woodcock, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, and fall turkey hunting.
Dog owners/handlers must have a collar on each dog with the owner's
contact information.
(vi) We allow waterfowl hunting from legal shooting time until 12
p.m. (noon).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, bobcat, fox, skunk, otter, muskrat,
mink, weasel, and beaver on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (v) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow coyote hunting under Statewide regulations during
daylight hours only.
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (v) of
this section apply.
* * * * *
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17. Amend Sec. 32.37 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (a)(1) introductory text and (c)(1)(vi);
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b. Adding new paragraph (d)(1)(ix);
0
c. Revising paragraphs (d)(3)(ii), (e)(1)(i), (iv) and (v), and (e)(2)
introductory text;
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d. Adding paragraph (e)(2)(v);
0
e. Removing paragraph (f)(3)(iii);
0
f. Redesignating paragraph (f)(3)(iv) as (f)(3)(iii);
0
g. Revising paragraphs (g), (k)(1) introductory text, (k)(1)(x),
(k)(3)(ii), (n)(1)(xiv), (n)(4)(ii), (p)(1)(vii) and (xii), and
(q)(1)(iii); and
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h. Adding paragraphs (t)(1)(vi), (t)(2)(v), and (t)(3)(xiii).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 32.37 Louisiana.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove,
duck, goose, coot, snipe, rail, gallinule, woodcock, and crow on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(c) * * *
(1) * * *
(vi) Each person age 18 and older must possess a valid Annual
Public Use Permit (signed brochure).
* * * * *
(d) * * *
(1) * * *
(ix) Each person age 18 and older, must possess a valid Annual
Public Use Permit (signed brochure).
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(ii) We allow archery deer hunting according to the State of
Louisiana archery season. Hunters may take deer of either sex as
governed by State-approved archery equipment and regulations. We close
refuge archery hunting during refuge deer gun hunts.
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(1) * * *
(i) We allow waterfowl hunting on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays,
and Sundays from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon),
including waterfowl hunting during the State special teal season and
State youth waterfowl hunt. We allow snipe, rail, and gallinule hunting
on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from \1/2\ hour before
legal sunrise until 2 p.m.
* * * * *
(iv) Each person age 18 and older while hunting or fishing must
possess a valid Annual Public Use Permit (signed brochure).
(v) An adult age 18 or older must supervise youth hunters age 17
and younger during all hunts. Youth hunter age and hunter education
requirements are governed by State regulations. One adult may supervise
two youths during small game hunts and migratory bird hunts, but is
only allowed to supervise one youth during big game hunts. Youths must
remain within normal voice contact and direct sight of the adult who is
supervising them. Adult guardians are responsible for ensuring that
youth hunters do not violate refuge rules.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
raccoon, and quail on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
* * * * *
(v) We only allow raccoon to be taken during the State rabbit
season.
* * * * *
(g) Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until 12
p.m. (noon), including during the State special teal season, State
youth waterfowl hunt, and special light goose conservation season.
(ii) You must remove blinds and decoys by 1 p.m. each day (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We prohibit goose hunting for that part of the season that
extends beyond the regular duck season.
(iv) When hunting migratory game birds, you may only use dogs to
locate, point, and retrieve game.
(v) Each person age 18 and older while hunting or fishing must
possess a valid Annual Public Use Permit (signed brochure).
(vi) An adult age 18 or older must supervise youth hunters age 17
and younger during all hunts. Youth hunter age and hunter education
requirements are governed by State regulations. One adult may supervise
two youths during small game hunts and migratory bird hunts, but is
only allowed to supervise one youth during big game hunts. Youths must
remain within normal voice contact of the adult who is supervising
them. Adult guardians are responsible for ensuring that youth hunters
do not violate refuge rules.
(vii) We prohibit hunting or discharge of firearms (see Sec. 27.42
of this chapter) within 150 feet (45.7 meters (m)) from the centerline
of any public road, refuge road, designated or maintained trail,
building, residence, designated camping area, or designated public
facility, or from or across aboveground oil, gas, or electric
facilities.
(viii) For the purpose of hunting, we prohibit possession of slugs,
buckshot, and rifle and pistol ammunition, except during the deer gun
and primitive firearm seasons (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ix) You may use only reflective tacks as trail markers on the
refuge.
(x) We allow the incidental take of feral hog during any open
refuge hunting season with weapons approved for that season.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
raccoon, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs for rabbit, squirrel, raccoon, and
opossum hunting on specific dates listed in the refuge hunt brochure.
(ii) During any open deer firearm or primitive firearm season on
the refuge, all hunters, except waterfowl hunters and nighttime raccoon
and opossum
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hunters, must wear hunter orange, blaze pink, or other such color as
governed by State regulations.
(iii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(v) through (x)
of this section apply, except you may use .22-caliber rifles or
smaller, and the nontoxic shot in your possession while hunting must be
size 4 or smaller (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(iv) We will close the refuge to hunting (except waterfowl) and
camping when the Pearl River reaches 15.5 feet (4.65 meters) on the
Pearl River Gauge at Pearl River, Louisiana.
(v) During the dog season for squirrels and rabbits, all hunters,
including archery hunters (while on the ground), except waterfowl
hunters, must wear a cap or hat that is hunter-orange, blaze pink, or
other such color as governed by State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer,
turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(v) through (x)
and (g)(2)(ii) through (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) Hunters may erect deer stands 48 hours before the deer archery
season and must remove them from the refuge within 48 hours after this
season closes (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). We allow only one deer
stand per hunter on the refuge. Deer stands must have the owner's State
license/sportsmen's identification number clearly printed on the stand.
(iii) Deer hunters hunting from concealed blinds must display State
Wildlife Management Area (WMA) hunter-orange or blaze-pink (as governed
by State WMA regulations) above or around their blinds that is visible
from 360 degrees.
(iv) We hold a special dog hog hunt in February. During this hunt,
the following conditions apply, in addition to other applicable
conditions in paragraph (g)(3) of this section:
(A) You must use trained hog-hunting dogs to aid in the take of
hog.
(B) We allow take of hog from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until
\1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(C) You must possess only approved nontoxic shot, or pistol or
rifle ammunition not larger than .22 caliber rim-fire to take the hog
after it has been caught by dogs.
(v) You must kill all hogs prior to removal from the refuge.
(vi) We prohibit the use of deer and turkey gobbler decoys.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow only recreational fishing year-round on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow cotton limb lines.
(ii) We close the fishing ponds at the Pearl River Turnaround to
fishing from April through the first full week of June and to boating
during the months of April, May, June, and July.
(iii) When the Pearl River Turnaround area is open, we allow boats
that do not have gasoline-powered engines attached in the fishing ponds
at the Pearl River Turnaround. Anglers must hand-launch these boats
into the ponds. When the fishing ponds at the Pearl River Turnaround
are open, hook and line is the only legal method of take in those
ponds.
(iv) The Pearl River Turnaround area, when open to fishing, is open
\1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(v) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(x) and (g)(2)(iv)
of this section apply.
* * * * *
(k) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
coot, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
* * * * *
(x) We only allow the use of bright eyes or reflective tape for
flagging or trail markers.
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(ii) We allow deer modern firearm hunting on the area south of the
French Fork of the Little River for 2 days in December with these dates
being set annually.
* * * * *
(n) * * *
(1) * * *
(xiv) We only allow the use of bright eyes or reflective tape for
flagging or trail markers.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(ii) We only allow fishing within the Coulee Des Grues Bayou from
the bank adjacent to Little California Road.
* * * * *
(p) * * *
(1) * * *
(vii) We restrict the use of the ATV trails that are designated for
physically challenged persons to individuals who possess a State-issued
physically challenged program hunter permit or are age 60 or older.
* * * * *
(xii) We only allow the use of bright eyes or reflective tape for
flagging or trail markers.
* * * * *
(q) * * *
(1) * * *
(iii) Each person age 18 and older must possess a valid Annual
Public Use Permit (signed brochure).
* * * * *
(t) * * *
(1) * * *
(vi) We allow the incidental take of coyote, beaver, raccoon,
skunk, opossum, and feral hog when hunting for migratory bird species
with firearms and archery equipment authorized for use.
(2) * * *
(v) We allow the incidental take of coyote, beaver, raccoon, skunk,
opossum, and feral hog when hunting for upland game species with
firearms and archery equipment authorized for use.
(3) * * *
(xiii) We allow the incidental take of coyote, beaver, raccoon,
skunk, opossum, and feral hog when hunting for big game species with
firearms and archery equipment authorized for use.
* * * * *
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18. Revise Sec. 32.38 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.38 Maine.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, American woodcock, and snipe
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require every hunter to possess and carry a personally
signed refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 2 hours before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1 hour past legal
shooting hours.
(iii) We only allow portable or temporary blinds and decoys that
must be removed from the refuge following each day's hunt (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse,
snowshoe hare, red fox, gray and red squirrel, raccoon, skunk, and
woodchuck on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (ii)
(except for hunters pursuing raccoon at night), and (iv) of this
section apply.
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(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of black bear, bobcat,
eastern coyote, moose, and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (ii) (except
for hunters pursuing eastern coyote at night), and (iv) of this section
apply.
(ii) The hunter must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iii) We allow eastern coyote hunting from October 1 to March 31.
(iv) We allow tree stands, blinds, and ladders. You must clearly
label any tree stand, blind, or ladder left on the refuge overnight
with your hunting license number. You must remove your tree stand(s),
blind(s), and/or ladder(s) from the refuge on the last day of the
muzzleloader deer season (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) You may hunt black bear, eastern coyote, and white-tailed deer
during the State archery and firearms deer seasons on the Baring
Division east of State Route 191.
(vi) We prohibit use of firearms to hunt bear and coyote during the
archery deer season on the Baring Division east of Route 191. We
prohibit the use of firearms, other than a muzzleloader, to hunt coyote
during the deer muzzleloader season on the Baring Division east of
Route 191.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to
\1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit trapping fish for use as bait.
(b) Petit Manan National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, woodcock, rail, and snipe on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) You may hunt coyotes from November 1 to March 31.
(iii) Hunters must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
black bear on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) Petit Manan Point is open only during the State-prescribed
muzzleloader deer season.
(ii) We allow black bear hunting during the firearm season for
white-tailed deer.
(iii) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 hour prior to legal
sunrise and remain on the refuge 1 hour after legal sunset.
(iv) We prohibit the use of dogs when hunting black bear.
(4) [Reserved]
(c) Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, woodcock, and snipe on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Prior to entering designated refuge hunting areas, you must
obtain a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System) and sign and carry the permit at all times.
(ii) We open designated youth hunting areas to hunters age 15 and
younger who possess and carry a refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System). Youth hunters must
be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older. The accompanying adult must
possess and carry a refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) and may also hunt.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(iv) We only allow temporary blinds and stands, which you must
remove at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, quail,
grouse, fox, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow take of pheasant, quail, and grouse by falconry on
the refuge during State seasons.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions as set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (iv) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting with shotgun and archery only. We prohibit
rifles and muzzleloading firearms for hunting.
(iii) We allow turkey hunting during the fall season only, as
designated by the State.
(iv) We allow only archery on those areas of the Little River
division open to hunting.
(v) During the State firearm deer season, we only allow hunting of
fox and coyote with archery or shotgun as incidental take with a refuge
big game permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife
Refuge System).
(vi) We allow hunting from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\
hour after legal sunset.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\
hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit lead tackle.
(iii) We prohibit trapping fish for use as bait.
(d) Sunkhaze Meadows National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the
use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 hour before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1 hour past legal
shooting hours, except for hunters pursuing raccoons at night.
(ii) The hunter must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of black bear, bobcat,
moose, coyote, and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1 hour before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1 hour after legal
shooting hours, except for hunters pursuing coyotes at night.
(ii) We allow tree stands, blinds, and ladders. You must clearly
label tree stands, blinds, or ladders left on the refuge overnight with
your State hunting license number. You must remove your tree stand(s),
blind(s), and/or ladder(s) from the refuge on the last day of the
muzzleloader deer season (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(iv) We allow coyote hunting from October 1 to March 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit trapping
fish for use as bait.
(e) Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
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hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, snipe, coot, crow, and
woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of fox, raccoon,
woodchuck, squirrel, porcupine, skunk, snowshoe hare, ring-necked
pheasant, and ruffed grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, white-tailed deer,
coyote, turkey, and moose on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) Hunters must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iii) We allow temporary blinds and tree stands that are clearly
marked with the owner's State hunting license number. You may erect
temporary blinds and tree stands no earlier than 14 days prior to the
hunting season, and you must remove them within 14 days after the
hunting season (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
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19. Revise Sec. 32.39 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.39 Maryland.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose and duck on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must obtain, and possess while hunting, a refuge waterfowl
hunting permit (signed brochure or printed and signed copy of permit
from Recreation.gov).
(ii) Up to three additional hunters may accompany you on your
reserved unit.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow the hunting of white-tailed deer,
sika deer, and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) General hunt regulations for this paragraph (a)(3).
(A) You must obtain, and possess while hunting, a turkey or deer
hunting permit (printed and signed copy of permit from Recreation.gov).
(B) We prohibit organized deer drives unless authorized by the
refuge manager. We define a ``deer drive'' as an organized or planned
effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to
move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or
planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(C) We prohibit shooting a projectile from a firearm, muzzleloader,
bow, or crossbow from, down, or across any road that is traveled by
vehicular traffic.
(D) We prohibit the use of rimfire or centerfire rifles and all
handguns, including muzzleloading pistols, for hunting.
(ii) Archery deer hunt. We do not allow archery hunters to hunt
within areas designated for the youth hunt on designated days.
(iii) Turkey hunt. We allow turkey hunt permit holders (printed and
signed copy of permit from Recreation.gov) to have an assistant, who
must remain within sight and normal voice contact and abide by the
rules set forth in the refuge's turkey brochure.
(iv) Youth deer and turkey hunt. We allow youth hunters to hunt on
designated areas on designated days (youth hunt) if they meet the
criteria of a ``youth hunter'' as governed by State law and possess a
turkey or deer hunting permit (printed and signed copy of permit from
Recreation.gov).
(v) Designated disabled hunt. (A) We require disabled hunters to
have their America the Beautiful Access pass (OMB Control 1024-0252) in
their possession while hunting in disabled areas.
(B) Disabled hunters may have an assistant, age 18 or older, who
must remain within sight and normal voice contact while hunting.
Assistants must possess a printed and signed copy of a permit from
Recreation.gov and a valid government-issued photo identification.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing and crabbing only from April 1 through
September 30 from legal sunrise to legal sunset in refuge waters,
unless otherwise authorized by the refuge manager.
(ii) We allow fishing and crabbing by boat in the Big Blackwater
and the Little Blackwater River.
(b) Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) General hunt regulations for this paragraph (b)(3). (A) You
must obtain, and possess while hunting, a deer or turkey hunting permit
(printed and signed copy of permit from Recreation.gov).
(B) We prohibit shooting a projectile from a firearm, muzzleloader,
bow, or crossbow from, down, or across any road that is traveled by
vehicular traffic.
(C) We prohibit the use of rimfire or centerfire rifles and all
handguns, including muzzleloading pistols, for hunting.
(ii) Youth deer hunt. We allow youth hunters to hunt on designated
areas on designated days (youth hunt) if they meet the criteria of a
``youth hunter'' as governed by State law and possess a printed and
signed copy of a permit from Recreation.gov.
(iii) Designated disabled hunt. (A) We require disabled hunters to
have their America the Beautiful Access pass (OMB Control 1024-0252) in
their possession while hunting in disabled areas.
(B) Disabled hunters may have an assistant who must be age 18 or
older and remain within sight and normal voice contact. Assistants must
possess a printed and signed copy of a permit from Recreation.gov and a
valid government-issued photo identification.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing in
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing and crabbing from designated shoreline areas
located at the Ingleside Recreation Area from legal sunrise to legal
sunset, April 1 through September 30.
(ii) We allow fishing from designated shoreline areas located at
the Chester River end of Boxes Point and Duck Inn Trails from legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(c) Patuxent Research Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We
allow hunting of goose, duck, and dove on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a National Wildlife Refuge System Hunt Application
(FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System),
and a signed Statement of Hunter Ethics (FWS Form 3-2516).
(ii) We prohibit hunting and scouting on Sundays and Federal
holidays. No hunt-related activities may take place unless the Hunting
Control Station is open.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
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(iv) We prohibit wading in all impounded waters except for the
placement and retrieval of decoys.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of gray squirrel, eastern
cottontail rabbit, and woodchuck on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at
paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey and white-tailed
deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (ii)
apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a National Wildlife Refuge System Fishing/Shrimping/
Crabbing/Frogging Application (FWS Form 3-2358).
(ii) We prohibit the use and/or possession of lead sinkers.
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20. Amend Sec. 32.40 by revising paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d), (f),
(g), and (h) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.40 Massachusetts.
* * * * *
(a) Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl and woodcock on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1\1/2\ hours after
legal shooting hours.
(ii) Hunters must obtain and possess a refuge-specific hunting
permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge
System) to hunt on the refuge.
(iii) You may begin scouting hunting areas 4 weeks prior to the
opening day of your permitted season. We require possession of a valid
refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System) while scouting.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(v) One nonhunting companion may accompany each permitted hunter.
We prohibit nonhunting companions from hunting, but they may assist in
other means. All companions must carry identification and stay with the
hunter.
(vi) Hunters may use temporary tree stands and ground blinds while
engaged in hunting during the applicable seasons. Hunters must mark
stands and blinds with their permit number. Hunters must remove all
stands and blinds within 30 days after the end of the permitted season.
(vii) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse, fox,
coyote, gray squirrel, and cottontail rabbit on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (v) of
this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(iii) North Unit B, Unit C, and South Unit are archery only.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer,
turkey, and bear on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (iii),
(v), and (vi), and (2)(ii) and (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow catch-and-release fishing only.
(ii) We allow the use of live bait with the exception of any
amphibians or reptiles (frogs, salamanders, etc.).
(b) Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1\1/2\ hours after
legal shooting hours.
(ii) Hunters must obtain and possess a refuge-specific hunting
permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge
System) to hunt on the refuge.
(iii) Hunters may begin scouting hunting areas 4 weeks prior to the
opening day of your permitted season. We require possession of a valid
hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife
Refuge System) while scouting.
(iv) One nonhunting companion may accompany each permitted hunter.
We prohibit nonhunting companions from hunting, but they may assist in
other means. All companions must carry identification and stay with the
hunter.
(v) Hunters may use temporary tree stands and ground blinds while
engaged in hunting during the applicable seasons. Hunters must mark
stands and blinds with their permit number. Hunters must remove all
stands and blinds within 30 days after the end of the permitted season.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(vii) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iii),
(iv) and (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We allow archery hunting only for upland game.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of whitetail deer,
turkey, and bear on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (v)
and (b)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
(c) Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to access the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
shooting hours until 1\1/2\ hours after legal shooting hours.
(ii) Hunters may begin scouting hunting areas 4 weeks prior to the
opening day of your permitted season. We require possession of a valid
refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System) while scouting.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
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(iv) One nonhunting companion may accompany each permitted hunter.
We prohibit nonhunting companions from hunting, but they may assist in
other means. All companions must carry identification and stay with the
hunter.
(v) Hunters must clearly label tree stands and ground blinds with
their State hunting license number.
(vi) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, raccoon,
opossum, gray squirrel, quail, pheasant, crow, and ruffed grouse on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iv)
of this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), (iv),
and (v), and (c)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of migratory waterfowl on designated areas of
the refuge by boat subject to the following condition: We allow the use
of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset on
designated portions of the Monomoy Islands unless otherwise posted.
(ii) We allow surf fishing from the Morris Island shore 24 hours a
day.
* * * * *
(f) Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, woodcock, and Wilson's snipe on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
shooting hours, and they must exit the refuge by 1\1/2\ hours after
legal shooting hours.
(ii) Hunters must obtain and possess a refuge-specific hunting
permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge
System) to hunt on the refuge.
(iii) Hunters may begin scouting hunting areas 4 weeks prior to the
opening day of your permitted season. We require possession of a valid
refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System) while scouting.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(v) Hunters may use temporary tree stands and ground blinds while
engaged in hunting during the applicable seasons. Hunters must mark
stands and blinds with their permit number. Hunters must remove all
stands and blinds within 30 days after the end of the permitted season.
(vi) One nonhunting companion may accompany each permitted hunter.
We prohibit nonhunting companions from hunting, but they can assist in
other means. All companions must carry identification and stay with the
hunter.
(vii) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse, gray
squirrel, coyote, fox, and eastern cottontail rabbit on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) through (vi)
of this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(iii) Hospital Road North Unit and Still River Depot Area are
archery only.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) through (iii),
(v), and (vi), and (f)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing in designated areas of
the refuge.
(g) Parker River National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, brant, coot, crow, merganser,
rail, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may enter the refuge \1/2\ hour before legal shooting
hours and must exit the refuge by \1/2\ hour after legal shooting
hours.
(ii) We prohibit the use of centerfire rifles and handguns to hunt
any species.
(iii) We prohibit shooting across refuge roads and within or into
administratively closed zones.
(iv) We prohibit launching motorized boats for scouting purposes
prior to hunting.
(v) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(vi) We allow crow hunting only from September 1 through February
28.
(vii) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse,
pheasant, cottontail rabbit, hare, gray squirrel, coyote, fox, raccoon,
and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iii),
and (v) (with the exception that we prohibit dogs while hunting
furbearers) of this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iii)
and (g)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on Plum Island subject
to the following conditions:
(A) We allow archery, primitive firearms, shotgun, and crossbow (by
MassWildlife permit only, for certain disabled persons) hunting during
a designated 2-day hunt on the first Wednesday and Thursday of the
State shotgun deer season.
(B) You must have a lottery-issued hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) to hunt during this
2-day time period.
(iii) We allow hunting of deer and wild turkey in Areas A, B, C,
and D subject to the following condition: You may take deer using
archery equipment only.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow saltwater fishing on the ocean beach from legal
sunrise to legal sunset without a refuge permit.
(ii) Stage Island is open to fishing from legal sunrise to legal
sunset.
(iii) Nelson Island is open to fishing from legal sunrise to legal
sunset.
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(iv) We allow walk-on night fishing after legal sunset with a valid
refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2358, National Wildlife Refuge System
Fishing/Shrimping/Crabbing/Frogging Application; vehicle sticker issued
by the refuge office).
(v) We allow anglers to use over-the-sand, surf-fishing vehicles,
or off-road vehicles (ORVs) with a valid refuge permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) and permit
fee, as determined in an annual lottery.
(h) Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds
on designated areas subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal sunrise
until 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit access to Third Island between January 1 and June
30.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(iv) Migratory waterfowl hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
(ii) Upland and big game hunting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions
set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) and (h)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit launching of motorboats from the refuge.
(iii) We prohibit the use of reptiles and amphibians as bait.
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21. Amend Sec. 32.42 by revising paragraphs (b)(2) introductory text,
(m)(1)(v), and (o) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.42 Minnesota.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
Hungarian partridge, cottontail and jack rabbit, raccoon, striped
skunk, gray and fox squirrel, red and gray fox, and wild turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(m) * * *
(1) * * *
(v) We allow hunting on the Spieker tract in Clay County, as
governed by applicable State regulations.
* * * * *
(o) Rydell National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, woodcock, and mourning
dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We only allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot during the
special State-administered youth waterfowl season.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs while hunting, provided the dog is
under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(iii) Hunters must dismantle hunting blinds, platforms, and ladders
made from natural vegetation at the end of each day.
(iv) We allow nonmotorized boats in areas open to migratory bird
hunting during the special State-administered youth waterfowl season.
(v) We prohibit hunting during the Spring Light Goose Conservation
Order.
(vi) We allow the use of wheeled, nonmotorized conveyance devices
(e.g., bikes, game carts).
(vii) We prohibit entry onto the refuge earlier than 2 hours before
legal shooting time, and we require hunters to leave the refuge no
later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
gray (Hungarian) partridge, ruffed grouse, prairie grouse, rabbit
(cottontail and jack), snowshoe hare, squirrel (fox and gray), and wild
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (o)(1)(ii), (iii), (vi),
and (vii) of this section apply.
(ii) You may use or possess only approved nontoxic shot shells (see
Sec. 32.2(k)) in the field while hunting turkey.
(iii) We prohibit the use of centerfire, rimfire, or muzzleloading
rifles, and handguns.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit shooting at a big game animal or a decoy of a big
game animal on, from, over, across, or within 30 feet (9 meters) of a
roadway open to public vehicle transportation.
(ii) We require a State-issued permit to hunt white-tailed deer in
the Special Permit Area of the refuge.
(iii) Archery is the only legal weapon for hunting deer, with the
exception of during the special State-administered mentored youth hunt
and disabled hunt.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the taking of any turtle, frog, leech, minnow,
crayfish, and mussel (clam) species by any method on the refuge (see
Sec. 27.21 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow fishing from May 1 through November 1.
* * * * *
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22. Amend Sec. 32.43 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (b)(1) and (2), and (b)(3)(i);
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b. Removing paragraph (b)(4)(v);
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c. Revising paragraphs (c), (e), (f)(2) and (3), (g)(1)(iv), (g)(2),
(g)(3)(i) and (v), (g)(4)(iv), (h)(1)(v), (h)(2), (h)(3)(iv) and (vi),
(h)(4)(i), (i)(2), (i)(3)(iv) and (vi), (i)(4)(i), (l), and (m)(1)(v);
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d. Adding new paragraph (m)(1)(xi); and
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e. Revising paragraphs (m)(2)(ii) and (iii), (m)(3)(i), (iv), (vi), and
(m)(3)(vii).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.43 Mississippi.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory
ducks, geese, mergansers, coot, rails, snipe, and woodcock on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a State-issued North
Mississippi NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While
hunting on the refuge, all persons age 15 and younger (``youth
hunter'') must be in the presence and under the direct supervision of a
licensed or exempt hunter age 21 or older. A hunter supervising a youth
hunter must hold all required licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the
refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset except during raccoon
and frog hunts.
(iii) We allow hunting of migratory game birds, including under the
Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and
Sundays.
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Migratory Bird Hunt Report
(FWS Form 3-2361). You must display the card in plain view on the
dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license
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number is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the
reverse side of the card and deposit it at one of the refuge
information stations. Include all game harvested, and if you harvest no
game, report ``0.'' We prohibit hunters possessing more than one
Migratory Bird Hunt Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-
meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory
game birds.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal
property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of coyote, beaver, nutria, and feral hog
incidental to other lawful hunting using legal methods of take.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel, and
rabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must possess a valid general Special Use Permit (FWS Form
3-1383-G) to hunt raccoon on the refuge.
(ii) Each hunter must obtain a daily Upland/Small Game/Furbearer
Report (FWS Form 3-2362). You must display the card in plain view on
the dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number
is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card
and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all
game harvested, and if you harvest no game, report ``0.'' We prohibit
hunters possessing more than one Upland/Small Game/Furbearer Report at
a time.
(iii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (ii), (v),
and (ix) of this section apply.
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (ii), (iv)
(substitute Big Game Harvest Report [FWS Form 3-2359] for Migratory
Bird Hunt Report [FWS Form 3-2361]), (v), (vi), and (ix) of this
section apply.
* * * * *
(c) Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, rail, snipe,
woodcock, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a North Mississippi
NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the Mississippi Department
of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While hunting on the refuge, all
persons age 16 and younger (``youth hunter'') must be in the presence
and under the direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter at age
21 or older (``licensed hunter''). A hunter supervising a youth hunter
must hold all required licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the
refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset except during raccoon
and frog hunts.
(iii) We allow hunting of migratory game birds, including under the
Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and
Sundays ending at 12 p.m. (noon).
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Migratory Bird Hunt Report
(FWS Form 3-2361). You must display the card in plain view on the
dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is
readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card and
deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all game
harvested, and if you harvest no game, report ``0.'' We prohibit
hunters possessing more than one Migratory Bird Hunt Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-
meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory
game birds and upland game. We prohibit the use of dogs during big game
hunts.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal
property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of coyote, beaver, nutria, and feral hog
incidental to other lawful hunting using legal methods of take.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel,
rabbit, frog, and raccoon on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) You must possess a valid general Special Use Permit (FWS Form
3-1383-G) to hunt raccoon on the refuge.
(ii) Each hunter must obtain a daily Upland/Small Game/Furbearer
Report (FWS Form 3-2362). You must display the card in plain view on
the dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number
is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card
and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all
game harvested, and if you harvest no game, report ``0.'' We prohibit
hunters possessing more than one Upland/Small Game/Furbearer Report at
a time.
(iii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), (v),
and (ix) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each hunter must obtain a daily Big Game Harvest Report (FWS
Form 3-2359). You must display the card in plain view on the dashboard
of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is readable.
Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card and deposit it
at one of the refuge information stations. Include all game harvested,
and if you harvest no game, report ``0.'' We prohibit hunters
possessing more than one Big Game Harvest Report at a time.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), (v),
and (ix) of this section apply.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(iv) We prohibit hunting or shooting across any open, fallow, or
planted field.
(v) We allow valid permit holders to possess and hunt from one
portable stand or blind on the refuge. You must clearly label your
stand or blind with your State license/sportsmen's identification
number. Stands left in the area do not reserve the hunting locations.
You may place stands up to 7 days prior to the hunt, and you must
remove them within 7 days after the refuge's deer season closes (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit the placement of ground
blinds within mowed trails.
(vi) Hunters using a climbing tree stand must use a fall-arrest
system manufactured to Treestand Manufacturer's Association standards.
(vii) We prohibit the use of buckshot on the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the use or possession of alcoholic beverages while
fishing.
(ii) We prohibit possession or use of jugs, seines, nets, hand-grab
baskets, slat traps/baskets, or any other similar devices.
(iii) We prohibit commercial fishing of any kind.
(iv) We only allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, crawfish traps,
or any other
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similar devices and only for recreational use. You must tag or mark
these devices with the angler's State fishing license number written
with waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or legibly stamped on the tag.
You must attend these devices a minimum of once every 24 hours. When
not attended, you must remove these devices from the refuge (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We allow crawfishing.
* * * * *
(e) Hillside National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, merganser, coot, and dove on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older hunting or fishing must possess a
valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence
and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age
21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display
their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Big Game Harvest
Report, FWS Form 3-2359) in plain view in their vehicle so that the
State-issued license number is readable. You must return all cards upon
completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during the
muzzleloader deer and limited draw turkey hunts.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote,
beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal
for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog
during deer and turkey hunts only.
(vi) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter)
zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way,
designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered
hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while
bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind
with a means to take, within these areas.
(vii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested
waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see Sec. 27.93
of this chapter).
(viii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(ix) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning
\1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(x) We do not open for early teal season.
(xi) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the
field.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (vi)
of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel and quail, and
for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) Beginning the first day after the deer muzzleloader hunt, we
prohibit entry into the Turkey Point area until March 1.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer,
turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (vi)
and (e)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a ``drive'' as an
organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields and
tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 meters (m)) in height must be
from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and
requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested
deer at the nearest self-service check station (FWS Form 3-2405, Self-
Clearing Check-in/out Permit) following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind.
Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and
must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where
special regulations apply.
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery
equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we
prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(vii) Turkey hunting opportunities will consist of three limited
draw hunts within the State season time frame. Limited draw hunts
require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing.
At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information
concerning the hunt to the refuge (Big Game Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-
2359)). Failure to return this permit will disqualify the hunter for
any limited hunts the next year.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i), (iii), (iv),
and (e)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, jugs, seines, and traps.
(iii) We allow frogging during the State bullfrog season.
(iv) We allow fishing in the borrow ponds along the north levee
throughout the year except during the muzzleloader deer hunt.
(v) We open all other refuge waters to fishing March 1 through
November 15.
(f) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit, opossum,
coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older hunting or fishing must possess a
valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System)).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence
and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age
21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display
their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Big Game Harvest
Report, FWS Form 3-2359) in plain view in their vehicle so that the
required information is readable. You must return all cards upon
completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during the
muzzleloader deer hunt.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote,
beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal
for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog
during deer hunts only.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs for hunting during the February
rabbit hunt.
(vii) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter
(m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way,
designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is
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considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked
arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or
ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(2)(i) through (iii),
(v), and (vii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a ``drive'' as an
organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree
plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a
minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind.
Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and
must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where
special regulations apply.
(v) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery
equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we
prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
* * * * *
(g) * * *
(1) * * *
(iv) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote,
beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal
for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog
during deer hunts only.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (v) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel and raccoon, and
for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) Beginning the day before waterfowl season, we restrict
hunting to the waterfowl hunt area.
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (v)
and (g)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind.
Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and
must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where
special regulations apply.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(iv) We open refuge waters to fishing throughout the year, except
in the waterfowl sanctuary, which is closed one day prior to the
beginning of waterfowl season until March 1.
(h) * * *
(1) * * *
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote,
beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal
for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog
during deer hunts only.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (vi)
of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel, quail, and
raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(3) * * *
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and
requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested
deer at the nearest self-service check station (FWS Form 3-2405, Self-
Clearing Check-in/out Permit) following the posted instructions.
* * * * *
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery
equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we
prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(4) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i), (iii), and
(iv) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(i) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (vi)
and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel, quail, and
raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(3) * * *
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and
requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested
deer at the nearest self-service check station (FWS Form 3-2405, Self-
Clearing Check-in/out Permit) following the posted instructions.
* * * * *
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery
equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we
prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (iii), (iv),
and (x) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(l) Tallahatchie River National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, geese, merganser, coot, rail,
snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a North Mississippi
NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the Mississippi Department
of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While hunting on the refuge, all
persons age 15 and younger (``youth hunter'') must be in the presence
and under the direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter age 21
or older. A hunter supervising a youth hunter must hold all required
licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the
refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset except during raccoon
and frog hunts.
(iii) We allow hunting of migratory game birds, including under the
Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and
Sundays.
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Migratory Bird Hunt Report
(FWS Form 3-2361). You must display the card in plain view on the
dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is
readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the reverse
side of the card and deposit it at one of the refuge information
stations. Include all game harvested, and if you harvest no game,
report ``0.'' We prohibit hunters possessing more than one Migratory
Bird Hunt Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-
meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
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(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory
game birds.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal
property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of coyote, beaver, nutria, and feral hog
incidental to other lawful hunting using legal methods of take.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit,
nutria, and raccoon on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (l)(1)(i), (ii), (v),
and (ix) of this section apply.
(ii) All hunters using shotguns for small game must use approved
nontoxic shot (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (l)(1)(i), (ii), and
(iv) (substitute Big Game Harvest Report [FWS Form 3-2359] for
Migratory Bird Hunt Report [FWS Form 3-2361]) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit dogs while hunting deer. We allow the use of dogs
to hunt feral hog during designated hog seasons.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(iv) We prohibit hunting or shooting across any open, fallow, or
planted field from ground level or on or across any public road, public
highway, railroad, or their rights-of-way during all general gun and
primitive weapon hunts.
(v) Hunters may erect portable deer stands 2 weeks prior to the
opening of archery season on the refuge and must remove them (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter) by January 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit possession or use of jugs, seines, nets, hand-grab
baskets, slat traps/baskets, or any other similar devices.
(ii) We allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, crawfish traps, or any
other similar devices for recreational use only, and you must tag or
mark them with waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or legibly stamped on
the tag with your State fishing license number. You must attend these
devices a minimum of once daily. If you are not going to attend these
devices, you must remove them from the refuge (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(iii) We allow crawfishing.
(m) * * *
(1) * * *
(v) Valid Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National
Wildlife Refuge System) holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote,
beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal
for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog
during deer hunts only.
* * * * *
(xi) Limited draw hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by
random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the
permit with information concerning that hunt to the refuge (FWS Form 3-
2405, Self-Clearing Check-in/out Permit). Failure to return this permit
will disqualify the hunter for any limited hunts the next year.
(2) * * *
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel and raccoon, and
for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) We allow rabbit hunting on the Brown Tract of Theodore
Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge, which is managed by Yazoo National
Wildlife Refuge.
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (m)(1)(i) through (vi)
and (xi) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and
requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested
deer at the nearest self-service check station (FWS Form 3-2405, Self-
Clearing Check-in/out Permit) following the posted instructions.
* * * * *
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery
equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we
prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(vii) We allow white-tailed deer hunting on the Brown Tract of
Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge which is managed by Yazoo
National Wildlife Refuge.
* * * * *
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23. Amend Sec. 32.45 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (n)(1)(v);
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b. Adding paragraph (n)(2);
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c. Removing paragraph (n)(3)(iv);
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d. Redesignating paragraphs (n)(3)(v) through (n)(3)(viii) as
paragraphs (n)(3)(iv) through (n)(3)(vii); and
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e. Revising paragraph (w)(3) introductory text.
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.45 Montana.
* * * * *
(n) * * *
(1) * * *
(v) Each hunter must set the appropriate blind selector (metal flip
tag) before and after hunting.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey on designated
areas of the refuge.
* * * * *
(w) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of bear, elk, white-
tailed deer, and mule deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
* * * * *
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24. Amend Sec. 32.46 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (b) and (c);
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b. Redesignating paragraphs (d) through (f) as paragraphs (e) through
(g);
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c. Adding a new paragraph (d); and
0
d. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (e), (f)(2) and (3), and (g).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.46 Nebraska.
* * * * *
(b) Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dove, duck, goose, merganser,
rail, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise
until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs.
(iii) We open the refuge to hunting from September 1 through March
15.
(iv) We prohibit publicly organized hunts unless authorized under a
Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-C).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail and jack
rabbit, coyote, porcupine, prairie dog, State-defined furbearers, ring-
necked pheasant, and prairie grouse on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iv)
of this section apply.
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(ii) We allow electronic calls for coyote and furbearer hunting.
(iii) Coyotes and all furbearers or their parts, if left in the
field, must be left at least 50 yards away from any road, trail, or
building. Otherwise, hunters must remove them from the refuge.
(iv) Shooting hours are from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until
\1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, mule
deer, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs
(b)(1)(i) and (iv) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and
remain until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We open Blue, Smith, Crane, and Island Lake to fishing year-
round. We close all other refuge lakes to fishing.
(iii) We prohibit leaving temporary shelters used for fishing
overnight on the refuge.
(c) Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dark goose, dove, duck, light
goose, rail, snipe, teal, and woodcock on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise
until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow access from designated areas of the refuge.
(iii) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of
each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting August 1 through April
30.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), and
(iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting with muzzleloader, archery, shotgun, and
falconry.
(iii) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see
Sec. 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and elk on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting only with muzzleloader and archery equipment.
(ii) We allow hunter access from 2 hours before legal sunrise until
2 hours after legal sunset.
(iii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used
from August 16 through January 31. They may be left in the same
location for no more than 7 consecutive days.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on Minnechaduza Creek and on
the Niobrara River, downstream from the Cornell Dam, subject to the
following conditions:
(i) Anglers may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise
until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit the use of limb or set lines.
(iii) We prohibit the take of baitfish, reptiles, and amphibians.
(iv) We prohibit use or possession of alcoholic beverages while
fishing on refuge lands and waters.
(d) John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise
until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of
each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of dogs August 1 through April 31.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(ii) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see
Sec. 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, elk, and pronghorn
antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used
from August 16 through January 31. They may be left in the same
location for no more than 7 consecutive days.
(4) [Reserved]
(e) North Platte National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, porcupine,
prairie dog, rabbit, State-defined furbearers, squirrel, turkey, and
coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We close the Lake Alice Unit to all public entry from November
1 through January 14.
(ii) Hunters must be 15 years of age or younger (``youth
hunters''). A licensed hunter 19 years of age or older (``adult
guide'') must accompany youth hunters. Adult guides must not hunt or
carry firearms.
(iii) We close the refuge to public use from legal sunset to legal
sunrise. Youth hunters and adult guides may enter the designated
hunting area 1 hour prior to legal sunrise.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs for hunting upland game.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of mule deer and
white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (e)(2)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) We close the refuge to public use from legal sunset to legal
sunrise. However, archery deer hunters may enter the designated hunting
area 1 hour prior to legal sunrise and remain until 1 hour after legal
sunset.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
(f) * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district subject to the following condition: The
conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section
apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district subject to the following condition: The conditions set
forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(g) Valentine National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dark goose, duck, light goose,
merganser, rail, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunter access from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2
hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs.
(iii) We prohibit shooting from a motor vehicle or across any
refuge roadway or right-of-way.
(iv) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of
each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of dove, cottontail
rabbit, coyote, partridge, prairie chicken, ring-neck pheasant, State-
defined furbearers, sharp-tailed grouse, squirrel, and turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
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(ii) We allow coyote and State-defined furbearer hunting from
September 1 to March 31. Shooting hours are \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt coyotes.
(iv) We prohibit the use of bait to hunt coyotes.
(v) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see
Sec. 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, white-tailed deer,
mule deer, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used
from August 16 through January 31. They may be left in the same
location for no more than 7 consecutive days.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and
remain 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit the take of reptiles, amphibians, and minnows (see
Sec. 27.21 of this chapter), with the exception that you may take
bullfrogs on refuge lakes open to fishing.
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25. Amend Sec. 32.47 by:
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a. Redesignating paragraphs (c) through (f) as paragraphs (d) through
(g);
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b. Adding a new paragraph (c); and
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c. Revising newly redesignated paragraph (g).
The addition and revision read as follows:
Sec. 32.47 Nevada.
* * * * *
(c) Fallon National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, swan, coot, merganser, snipe,
and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow motorized and nonmotorized boats for hunting.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iii) We allow overnight stays while hunting subject to the
following conditions:
(A) You may stay overnight only at designated sites within the
refuge boundary.
(B) We limit overnight stays to 4 consecutive nights at one
location, and to 12 consecutive nights on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, turkey,
badger, beaver, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow artificial lighting for hunting coyotes.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer and pronghorn
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition:
The condition set forth at paragraph (c)(1)(iii) of this section
applies.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
(g) Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, swan, coot, merganser, snipe,
and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(ii) We allow overnight stays while hunting subject to the
following conditions:
(A) You may stay overnight only at designated sites within the
refuge boundary.
(B) We limit overnight stays to 4 consecutive nights at one
location, and to 12 consecutive nights on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, turkey,
badger, beaver, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) Approved methods of take include shotgun and federally approved
non-lead shot, bow and arrow, and falconry.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iii) The condition set forth at paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this
section applies.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer and pronghorn
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Approved methods of take include shotgun, muzzle-loading rifle,
and bow and arrow.
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this
section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
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26. Amend Sec. 32.48 by revising paragraphs (a)(1)(ii), (b), and (c)
to read as follows:
Sec. 32.48 New Hampshire.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(1) * * *
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
* * * * *
(b) Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, common
snipe, and American woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with
State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, raccoon,
woodchuck, red squirrel, eastern gray squirrel, porcupine, skunk, crow,
snowshoe hare, ring-necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the
use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, moose,
black bear, and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following condition: We allow tree stands and blinds that are
clearly marked with the owner's State hunting license number.
(4) [Reserved]
(c) Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, snipe, coot, crow, and
woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of fox, raccoon,
woodchuck, squirrel, porcupine, skunk, snowshoe hare, ring-necked
pheasant, and ruffed grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, white-tailed deer,
coyote, wild turkey, and moose on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following condition:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) Hunters must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iii) We allow temporary blinds and tree stands that are clearly
marked with the owner's State hunting license number. You may erect
temporary blinds and tree stands no earlier than 14 days prior to the
hunting season, and you must remove them within 14 days after the
hunting season (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
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27. Amend Sec. 32.49 by revising paragraphs (a), (b), (c)(3)(iii),
(d)(1), and (e) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.49 New Jersey.
* * * * *
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(a) Cape May National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, coot, moorhen, rail, snipe, and
woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The snipe season on the refuge begins with the start of the
State early woodcock south zone season and continues through the end of
the State snipe season.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(iii) We prohibit falconry.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit and squirrel on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow rabbit and squirrel hunting following the end of the
State's 6-day firearm season for white-tailed deer, until the close of
the regular rabbit and squirrel season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: Tree stands must be marked with the owner's New Jersey
Conservation Identification Number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater sport fishing on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour
after legal sunset.
(ii) We close the Atlantic Ocean beach annually to all access,
including fishing, between April 1 and September 30.
(iii) We prohibit fishing for, or possession of, shellfish on
refuge lands.
(b) Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, coot, moorhen, and rail on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess a signed refuge hunt permit
(Migratory Bird Hunt Application FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System) at all times while scouting and
hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions
set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) You must mark deer stands with the hunter's New Jersey
Conservation Identification Number. You must remove deer stands from
the refuge at the end of the last day of the hunting season (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of
lead fishing tackle on the refuge.
(c) * * *
(3) * * *
(iii) Hunters may put up tree stands beginning on the first
scouting day, except on the day of the refuge's youth hunt. Hunters
must retrieve their stands by 12 p.m. (noon) on the Sunday after the
last day of the hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). All hunters
must put their Conservation Identification Number on their stand, and
they may have only one stand in the field at any one time.
* * * * *
(d) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose and duck
on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition:
We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
* * * * *
(e) Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System). We require hunters to
possess a signed refuge hunt permit at all times while scouting and
hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting
time and must leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, crow,
ruffed grouse, opossum, raccoon, pheasant, chukar, rabbit/hare/
jackrabbit, squirrel, and woodchuck on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, bear,
and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) We open Owens Station Crossing for catch-and-release fishing
only.
(ii) We allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\
hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the taking of amphibians and reptiles (see Sec.
27.21 of this chapter).
(iv) We prohibit trapping fish for use as bait.
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28. Amend Sec. 32.50 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (a)(1)(i)(A) and (a)(2) introductory text;
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b. Adding paragraph (a)(2)(iii); and
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c. Revising paragraph (b).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.50 New Mexico.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(1) * * *
(i) * * *
(A) You may hunt only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during
the period when the State seasons that apply to the Middle Tract area
are open.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, quail
(scaled, Gambel's, northern bobwhite, and Montezuma), Eurasian
collared-dove, desert cottontail, and black-tailed jack rabbit on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(iii) We allow Eurasian collared-dove hunting on the North Tract
only during the season that is concurrently open for dove hunting
within the State.
* * * * *
(b) Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning and white-winged dove, light
and dark goose, American coot, common moorhen, common snipe, duck, and
merganser on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
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(i) We allow hunting of light goose on dates to be determined by
refuge staff. Hunters must possess a permit available through a lottery
drawing (Waterfowl Lottery Application, FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) Legal hunting hours will run from \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to legal sunset on each hunt day.
(iii) You must remove all waterfowl decoys, spent shells, temporary
blinds/stands, and other personal equipment at the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(v) We prohibit falconry on the refuge.
(vi) You may hunt on the designated wilderness areas and the East
Hunt Unit by foot, horseback, or bicycle only. Bicycles must stay on
designated roads.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of scaled, Gambel's,
northern bobwhite, and Montezuma quail; cottontail rabbit; black-tailed
jackrabbit; and Eurasian collared-dove on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(iv) through (vi)
of this section apply.
(ii) Hunting hours are from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/
2\ after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer, javelina,
feral hog, oryx, and bearded Rio Grande turkey on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(vi) and
(b)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting of bearded Rio Grande turkey for youth
hunters on weekends April through May. All hunters must fill out FWS
Form 3-2439 (Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) and pay
a fee. The permit is available through a lottery drawing. If selected,
you must carry your refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2349) at all times
during the hunt.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from April 1 through September 30.
(ii) We allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until
\1/2\ hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit trotlines, bow fishing, seining, dip netting, and
traps.
(iv) We allow frogging for bullfrog on the refuge in areas that are
open to fishing. We allow the use of hook and line, spears, gigs, and
archery equipment to take bullfrog.
* * * * *
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29. Amend Sec. 32.51 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (c) and (d);
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b. Adding paragraph (f)(3);
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c. Revising paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (ii), (i), (j)(3), and (j)(4)(iv).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.51 New York.
* * * * *
(c) Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, rail, coot, gallinule,
woodcock, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) For hunting of duck, goose, and coot:
(A) We allow hunting on Saturday of the New York State Youth Days.
(B) We allow hunting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during the
regular waterfowl season, excluding opening day of deer firearms
season.
(C) We require proof of successful completion of the New York State
waterfowl identification course, the Iroquois nonresident waterfowl
identification course, or a suitable nonresident State waterfowl
identification course. All hunters must show proof of successful course
completion each time they hunt.
(D) We require a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(E) We allow hunting from legal starting time until 12 p.m. (noon).
We require hunters to return a completed Migratory Bird Hunt Report
(FWS Form 3-2361) no later than 1 p.m. on the day of the hunt.
(F) Hunters must remain in designated hunting areas, unless
actively pursuing downed or crippled birds.
(iii) For hunting of rail, gallinule, snipe, and woodcock:
(A) We allow hunting during the State seasons east of Sour Springs
Road by all hunters, except we close rail, gallinule, snipe and
woodcock hunting during refuge waterfowl hunt days to hunters without a
refuge waterfowl permit.
(B) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse, gray
squirrel, cottontail rabbit, pheasant, coyote, fox, raccoon, skunk, and
opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (c)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) For small game hunting:
(A) We allow hunting from opening day of the State season until the
last day of February.
(B) We prohibit the use of raptors to take small game.
(iii) For furbearer hunting, we prohibit hunting from legal sunset
to legal sunrise.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition:
(i) We require a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System) for spring turkey hunting.
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (c)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and frogging on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing and frogging from legal sunrise to legal
sunset.
(ii) We prohibit collecting fish for use as bait.
(d) Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, Canada goose, snow goose, and
gallinule on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) For the regular waterfowl season:
(A) We require daily refuge permits (Migratory Bird Hunt Report,
FWS Form 3-2361) and reservations; we issue permits to hunters with a
reservation for that hunt day. We require you to complete and return
your permit by the end of the hunt day.
(B) We allow hunting only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
during the established refuge season set within the State western zone
season. We allow a youth waterfowl hunt during New York State's
established youth waterfowl hunt each year.
(C) All hunters with reservations and their hunting companions must
check-in at the Route 89 Hunter Check Station area at least 1 hour
before legal shooting time or forfeit their reservation.
(D) We allow motorless boats to hunt waterfowl. We limit hunters to
one boat per reservation and one motor vehicle in the hunt area per
reservation.
(E) We prohibit shooting from within 500 feet (152.4 meters) of the
Tschache Pool observation tower.
(F) We require proof of successful completion of the New York State
waterfowl identification course, the Montezuma nonresident waterfowl
identification course, or a suitable nonresident State waterfowl
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identification course. All hunters must show proof of successful course
completion each time they hunt.
(iii) For Canada goose and snow goose hunting:
(A) We allow hunting of Canada goose during the New York State
September season and of snow goose during portions of the New York
State snow goose season and portions of the period covered by the Light
Goose Conservation Order.
(B) You must possess a valid daily hunt permit card (Migratory Bird
Hunt Report, FWS Form 3-2361). We require you to complete and return
the daily hunt permit card by the end of the hunt day.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit and squirrel on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) You must possess a valid daily hunt permit card (Upland/Small
Game/Furbearer Report, FWS Form 3-2362) and are required to complete
and return the daily hunt permit card by the end of each hunt day.
(iii) We allow upland game hunters to access the refuge from 2
hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) We require the use of approved nontoxic shot for upland game
hunting (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations when
hunting big game.
(ii) You must possess a valid daily Big/Upland Game Hunt permit
card (FWS Form 3-2359, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge
System). We require you to complete and return the daily hunt permit
card by the end of the hunt day.
(iii) We allow white-tailed deer and turkey hunters to access the
refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after the end of
legal shooting time.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow access for fishing from designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the
use of lead fishing tackle.
* * * * *
(f) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow archery hunting on specific days between November 1
and January 31.
(ii) Hunters must obtain and possess a refuge-specific permit (FWS
Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) for
hunting on the refuge.
* * * * *
(g) * * *
(3) * * *
(i) Hunters must purchase and possess a signed refuge hunt permit
(FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) at
all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) You may hunt deer using archery equipment only.
* * * * *
(i) Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain and possess a signed refuge hunt permit
(FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) at
all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting
time and leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit/hare, gray/
black/fox squirrel, pheasant, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse, crow, red/
gray fox, coyote, bobcat, raccoon, skunk, mink, weasel, and opossum on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, bear,
and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) and (ii), and
(i)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open Owens Station Crossing for catch-and-release fishing
only.
(ii) We allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\
hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the taking of amphibians and reptiles.
(iv) We prohibit minnow/bait trapping.
(j) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey within designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow archery and shotgun hunting of white-tailed deer
during specific days between November 1 and January 31.
(ii) We require a permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--
National Wildlife Refuge System) for hunting on the refuge.
(iii) Hunters assigned to Unit 5 must hunt from portable tree
stands and must direct aim away from a public road and/or dwelling.
(4) * * *
(iv) We prohibit the taking of baitfish and frogs.
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30. Amend Sec. 32.52 by revising paragraph (f)(1)(vi), and adding
paragraph (f)(1)(ix), to read as follows:
Sec. 32.52 North Carolina.
* * * * *
(f) * * *
(1) * * *
(vi) Shooting hours are from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise until
12 p.m. (noon).
* * * * *
(ix) Hunting by youth hunters (age 16 and younger) is subject to
the following conditions:
(A) Validly licensed adults, age 21 or older, holding applicable
permits must accompany and supervise, remaining in sight and voice
contact at all times, any youth hunters. Each adult may supervise no
more than two youth hunters.
(B) Youth hunters must possess and carry evidence of successful
completion of a State-approved hunter education course.
(C) We allow hunting on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and
Saturdays during the late and youth waterfowl State seasons.
* * * * *
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31. Revise Sec. 32.53 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.53 North Dakota.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Appert Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
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(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(b) Ardoch National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(c) Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed
grouse, partridge, cottontail rabbit, and fox on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting of upland game birds on the day following the
close of the State firearm deer season through the end of the regular
upland bird season.
(ii) We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit and fox on the day
following the close of the State firearm deer season through March 31.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer hunting on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit entering the refuge before legal shooting hours on
the opening day of firearms deer season. We require all hunters to be
off the refuge 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow deer hunting on the refuge during the State youth
deer season.
(iii) After harvesting a deer, firearm deer hunters must wear blaze
orange on the refuge.
(iv) We allow access by foot travel only. You may use a vehicle on
designated refuge roads and trails to retrieve deer during the
following times only: 9:30 to 10 a.m.; 1:30 to 2 p.m.; and \1/2\ hour
after legal sunset for 1 hour.
(v) We allow temporary tree stands, blinds, and game cameras for
daily use; you must remove them by the end of each day's hunt (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow boats at idle speed only on Arrowwood Lake and Jim
Lake from May 1 to September 30 of each year.
(ii) We allow ice fishing and dark house spearfishing. We allow
snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility terrain vehicles
(UTVs), motor vehicles, and fish houses on the ice as conditions allow.
(iii) You may use and leave fish houses on the ice overnight until
March 15.
(d) Arrowwood Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction at the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by legal sunset (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94
of this chapter).
(e) Audubon National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
gray partridge, and sharp-tailed grouse on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open to upland game hunting annually on the day following
the close of the regular deer gun season, and we close as governed by
the State season.
(ii) We allow game retrieval without a firearm up to 100 yards (90
meters) inside the refuge boundary fence and closed areas of the
refuge. Retrieval time may not exceed 10 minutes. You may use dogs to
assist in retrieval.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed and mule
deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We close the refuge to hunting during the State's special youth
deer hunting season.
(ii) Hunters may use designated refuge roads to retrieve downed
deer.
(iii) We allow only portable tree stands. You must remove all tree
stands at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of
this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow ice fishing on designated areas of the
refuge.
(f) Audubon Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(g) Bone Hill National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(h) Brumba National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
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(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(i) Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(j) Camp Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(k) Canefield Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(l) Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer hunting on designated areas of
the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(m) Chase Lake Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following conditions: You must remove
boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any
materials brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(n) Cottonwood Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(o) Crosby Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(p) Dakota Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(q) Des Lacs National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of fox, sharp-tailed
grouse, Hungarian partridge, turkey, and ring-necked pheasant on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open for upland game bird hunting on the day following the
close of the regular deer gun season through the end of the State
season.
(ii) We allow the use of hunting dogs for retrieval of upland game.
(iii) We allow fox hunting from the day following the regular
firearm deer season until March 31.
(iv) We prohibit accessing refuge lands from refuge waters.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer and moose hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow the use of portable tree stands and ground
blinds. We prohibit leaving stands and blinds overnight on the refuge
(see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 p.m. (noon) on the
first day of the respective bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting
seasons.
(iii) The condition set forth at paragraph (q)(2)(iv) of this
section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
(r) Devils Lake Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas
of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove
boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any
materials brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district subject to the following condition: You must
remove boats, decoys, portable blinds, other
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personal property, and any materials brought onto the area for blind
construction by the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and
27.94 of this chapter).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove
boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any
materials brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(s) Half Way Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(t) Hiddenwood Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(u) Hobart Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(v) Hutchinson Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(w) J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the
use of dogs for hunting and retrieving game birds.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed and sharp-
tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, turkey, ring-necked pheasant, and
fox on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We open the refuge to hunting for sharp-tailed grouse,
Hungarian partridge, and ring-necked pheasant north of the Willow-Upham
road on the day following the close of the regular firearm deer season.
(ii) We open the refuge to fox hunting on the day following the
close of the regular firearm deer season. Fox hunting on the refuge
closes March 31.
(iii) Hunters may possess only approved nontoxic shot (see Sec.
32.2(k)) for all upland game hunting, including turkey.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and moose on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a refuge permit to hunt antlered
deer on the refuge outside the nine public hunting areas during the
regular firearms season.
(ii) We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 p.m. (noon) on the
first day of the respective bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting
seasons. You may access refuge roads open to the public before 12 p.m.
(noon).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow boat fishing from May 1 through September 30.
(ii) We allow ice fishing and dark house spearfishing. We allow
snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility terrain vehicles
(UTVs), motor vehicles, and fish houses on the ice as conditions allow.
(x) J. Clark Salyer Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas
of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove
boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any
materials brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(y) Johnson Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(z) Kulm Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
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(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(aa) Lake Alice National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow motorized boats only during the migratory game bird
hunting season; however, motors must not exceed 10 horsepower.
(ii) You must remove all boats, decoys, portable blinds, other
personal property, and any materials brought onto the refuge for blind
construction by the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and
27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasants,
sharp-tailed grouse, gray partridge, cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit,
snowshoe hare, and fox on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer and fox hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit trapping.
(ii) We allow portable tree stands. Hunters must remove tree stands
from the refuge by the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow ice fishing on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow vehicles and fish houses on the ice as conditions
allow.
(ii) We allow public access for ice fishing from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
(iii) You must remove ice fishing shelters and personal property
from the refuge by 10 p.m. each day (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of
this chapter).
(bb) Lake George National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(cc) Lake Ilo National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open the lake to fishing from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. year round.
(ii) We open the refuge to ice fishing from October 1 through March
31.
(dd) Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(ee) Lake Nettie National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed and mule
deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow only portable tree stands.
(ii) Hunters must remove tree stands from the refuge at the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) [Reserved]
(ff) Lake Otis National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(gg) Lake Patricia National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(hh) Lake Zahl National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of sharp-tailed grouse,
Hungarian partridge, and ring-necked pheasant on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We open to upland game bird hunting on the day following the
close of the regular deer gun season through the end of the State
season.
(ii) We allow the use of hunting dogs to retrieve upland game.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer hunting on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You may only use portable tree stands and ground blinds. We
prohibit leaving stands and blinds overnight (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(ii) We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 p.m. (noon) on the
first day of the respective archery, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting
season.
(4) [Reserved]
(ii) Lambs Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(jj) Little Goose Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
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(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(kk) Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
sharp-tailed grouse, and grey partridge on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following condition: We open to upland game bird
hunting annually on the day following the close of the firearm deer
season through the close of the State season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas
of the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We only allow fishing
from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(ll) Long Lake Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(mm) Lords Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(nn) Lost Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(oo) Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of sharp-tailed grouse,
Hungarian partridge, and ring-necked pheasant on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs
to retrieve upland game.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer and moose hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit
entry to the refuge before 12 p.m. (noon) on the first day of the
respective archery, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting season.
(4) [Reserved]
(pp) Lostwood Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day's fishing activity (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(qq) Maple River National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(rr) Pleasant Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(ss) Pretty Rock National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(tt) Rabb Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
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(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(uu) Rock Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(vv) Rose Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(ww) School Section National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(xx) Sheyenne Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by
the individual landowner.
(yy) Sibley Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(zz) Silver Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(aaa) Slade National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas
of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(bbb) Snyder Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(ccc) Springwater National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(ddd) Stewart Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow ice or shore fishing on designated
areas of the refuge.
(eee) Stoney Slough National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(fff) Storm Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(ggg) Sunburst Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
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(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(hhh) Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow ring-necked pheasant hunting on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
open for upland game hunting on the first Monday following the close of
the State deer gun season through the close of the State pheasant
season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer hunting on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow deer bow hunting on designated areas of the refuge as
governed by State regulations.
(ii) The deer bow hunting season closes September 30, reopens the
Friday following the close of the State gun deer season, and continues
through the end of the State archery deer season.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
(iii) Tewaukon Wetland Management District--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials
brought onto the area for blind construction by the end of each day's
hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats,
motor vehicles, fishing equipment, and other personal property
(excluding ice houses) by the end of each day (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and
27.94 of this chapter).
(jjj) Tomahawk National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(kkk) Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of wild turkey, sharp-
tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, and pheasant on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs for hunting and retrieving of upland
game birds with the exception of wild turkey.
(ii) We allow hunters on the refuge from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow deer and moose hunting on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow the use of portable tree stands and ground
blinds. You must remove stands and blinds from the refuge at the end of
each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (kkk)(2)(ii) of this
section applies.
(iii) We prohibit entry to the refuge before 12 p.m. (noon) on the
first day of the respective bow, gun, or muzzleloader deer hunting
seasons.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and float
tubes in designated boat fishing areas from Lake Darling Dam north to
State Highway 28 (Greene) crossing for fishing from May 1 through
September 30.
(ii) We allow fishing from nonmotorized vessels only on the Beaver
Lodge Canoe Trail from May 1 through September 30.
(iii) We allow boating and fishing from vessels on the Souris River
from Mouse River Park to the north boundary of the refuge from May 1
through September 30.
(iv) We allow snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility
terrain vehicles (UTVs), motor vehicles, and fish houses on the ice as
conditions allow from Lake Darling Dam north to Carter Dam (Dam 41) for
ice fishing.
(v) We allow you to place fish houses overnight on the ice of Lake
Darling as governed by State regulations.
(vi) We allow anglers to place portable fish houses on the Souris
River north of Carter Dam (Dam 41) and south of Lake Darling Dam for
ice fishing, but anglers must remove the fish houses from the refuge at
the end of each day's fishing activity (see Sec. 27.93 of this
chapter).
(vii) We allow anglers on the refuge from 5 a.m. until 10 p.m.
(lll) Wild Rice National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(mmm) Willow Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(nnn) Wintering River National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
(ooo) Wood Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined
species subject to the following condition: Access is controlled by the
individual landowner.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of all State-defined species
subject to the following condition:
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Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Access is controlled by the individual landowner.
(ii) We prohibit boats during the regular North Dakota waterfowl
season.
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32. Amend Sec. 32.54 by revising paragraph (b)(1) introductory text,
and adding paragraph (b)(2)(iii), to read as follows:
Sec. 32.54 Ohio.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
rail, gallinule, coot, dove, woodcock, crow, and snipe on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(2) * * *
(iii) We prohibit hunting or shooting within 150 feet (45.7 meters)
of any structure, building, or parking lot.
* * * * *
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33. Amend Sec. 32.55 by revising paragraphs (g)(4)(ii) and (vii)
through (x) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.55 Oklahoma.
* * * * *
(g) * * *
(4) * * *
(ii) Anglers may use boats from March 1 through September 30 in
designated waters unless otherwise specified on the fishing tearsheet.
* * * * *
(vii) Anglers may fish after legal sunset from a boat (during
boating season) in the Cumberland Pool, except in the sanctuary zones.
Anglers may fish after legal sunset at the headquarters boat ramp area,
Goose Pen Pond, Sandy Creek Bridge, Murray 23, and Nida Point.
(viii) We allow bowfishing in Pennington Creek and the Washita
River during daylight hours.
(ix) We prohibit the take of fish by use of hands (noodling).
(x) We prohibit the take of frog, turtle, or mussel (see Sec.
27.21 of this chapter).
* * * * *
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34. Amend Sec. 32.56 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (f) and (n)(1) introductory text;
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b. Redesignating paragraph (t) as paragraph (u); and
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c. Adding new paragraph (t).
The revisions and addition read as follows:
Sec. 32.56 Oregon.
* * * * *
(f) Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and coot on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow only portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed
of synthetic or nonliving natural materials.
(ii) We prohibit digging of pit blinds for waterfowl hunting.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of chukar and California
quail on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, antelope, and
bighorn sheep on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We allow only portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed
of synthetic or nonliving natural materials.
(ii) We allow ground blinds, but we prohibit construction of them
earlier than 1 week prior to the opening day of the legal season for
which you have a valid permit.
(iii) You must remove blinds within 24 hours of harvesting an
animal or at the end of the permittee's legal season (see Sec. 27.93
of this chapter).
(iv) We limit hunters to one blind each, and you must tag blinds
with the owner's State license or permit number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the
refuge.
* * * * *
(n) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
* * * * *
(t) Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and coot on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during
the State waterfowl season.
(ii) The hunt area is open for access 2 hours before and after
legal shooting hours.
(iii) All hunters must hunt from designated blinds except to
retrieve downed birds. We prohibit hunting from levees.
(iv) We allow a maximum occupancy of four persons per blind.
(v) Disabled hunters must possess an Oregon Disabilities Hunting
and Fishing Permit issued by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
to qualify for preference in using the ADA Accessibility Guidelines
blind or Federal Access pass.
(vi) You must remove decoys, other personal property, and trash
(including empty shotgun hulls) from the refuge at the end of each
day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(vii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving waterfowl.
(viii) Hunters must submit a Migratory Bird Hunt Report (FWS Form
3-2361) at the end of each day's hunt.
(2)-(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
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35. Amend Sec. 32.57 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (a);
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b. Adding paragraphs (b)(1)(iv) and (b)(2)(iii); and
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c. Revising paragraphs (b)(4)(iv), (c)(3), and (c)(4)(iv).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 32.57 Pennsylvania.
* * * * *
(a) Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain and possess a signed refuge hunt permit
(FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) at
all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting
time and must leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, grouse,
rabbit, pheasant, quail, woodchuck, crow, fox, raccoon, opossum, skunk,
weasel, coyote, and bobcat on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (ii), and
(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, bear,
and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
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(i) The Cherry Creek section located on the former Cherry Valley
Golf Course is open for catch-and-release fishing. Anglers at this
location must:
(A) Obtain a day-use fishing permit (signed brochure). A maximum of
three anglers per day may share the same permit; and
(B) Use only artificial lures and barbless hooks to fish.
(ii) We allow fishing from \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise to \1/2\
hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We allow only nonmotorized or electric-motor boats in
designated areas.
(iv) We prohibit the use of eel chutes, eelpots, and fyke nets.
(v) We prohibit trapping fish for use as bait.
(vi) We prohibit the take, collection, capture, killing, and
possession of any reptile or amphibian on the refuge.
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) * * *
(iii) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(iv) of this
section applies.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(iv) We prohibit the taking or possession of shellfish on the
refuge.
(c) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery-only hunting of white-tailed
deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: Hunters must possess a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(4) * * *
(iv) We prohibit the take, collection, or capture of any reptile or
amphibian on the refuge.
* * * * *
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36. Revise Sec. 32.58 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.58 Rhode Island.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Block Island National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, merganser, and coot on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge hunting
brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary blinds, and decoys must be
removed from the refuge following each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of
this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
Dogs must be under direct control of the hunter at all times.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge hunting
brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary stands and blinds that
must be removed from the refuge on the last day of the deer hunt (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). Stands and blinds must be marked with the
hunter's State hunting license number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing from refuge
shorelines.
(b) John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, merganser, and coot on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge
migratory game bird hunting brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary blinds and decoys that
must be removed from the refuge following each day's hunt (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote and fox on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
only allow the incidental take of coyote and fox during the refuge deer
hunting season with a signed refuge hunting brochure valid for the
current season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We require every hunter to possess and carry a personally
signed refuge hunting brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary stands and blinds that
must be removed from the refuge on the last day of the deer hunt (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit permanent tree stands. Stands
and blinds must be marked with the hunter's State hunting license
number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing in designated areas
of the refuge.
(c) Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote and fox on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
only allow the incidental take of coyote and fox during the refuge deer
hunting season. We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge
hunting brochure valid for the current season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge hunting
brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary stands and blinds that
must be removed from the refuge on the last day of the deer hunt (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit permanent tree stands. Stands
and blinds must be marked with the hunter's State hunting license
number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing from refuge
shorelines.
(d) Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote and fox on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We
only allow the incidental take of coyote and fox during the refuge deer
hunting season. We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge
hunting brochure valid for the current season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge hunting
brochure valid for the current season.
(ii) We only allow portable or temporary stands and blinds that
must be removed from the refuge on the last day of the deer hunt (see
Sec. 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit permanent tree stands. Stands
and blinds must be marked with the hunter's State hunting license
number.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may only saltwater fish at Sachuest Beach shoreline
from September 16 through March 31.
(ii) Anglers may night-fish after legal sunset with a refuge permit
(FWS Form 3-2358, National Wildlife Refuge System Fishing/Shrimping/
Crabbing/Frogging Application).
(e) Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, and mourning
dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
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(2)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater fishing on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following condition: Anglers may saltwater
fish from September 16 through March 31.
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37. Amend Sec. 32.59 by revising paragraph (b)(3) introductory text to
read as follows:
Sec. 32.59 South Carolina.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer,
turkey, coyote, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
* * * * *
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38. Amend Sec. 32.60 by revising paragraph (b) to read as follows:
Sec. 32.60 South Dakota.
* * * * *
(b) LaCreek National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow the hunting of goose, duck, coot, common snipe,
sandhill crane, crow, and mourning dove on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following condition: We allow hunting September 1
through January 31.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow the hunting of bobcat, coyote,
fox, cottontail rabbit, mountain lion, prairie chicken, ring-necked
pheasant, and sharp-tailed grouse on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal sunrise
and remain no longer than 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow access for bobcat, coyote, fox, and mountain lion
hunting January 1 through February 15.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed and mule
deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) Deer hunters may enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
sunrise and remain no longer than 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(ii) Hunters may leave portable tree stands and free-standing
elevated platforms on the refuge from the first Saturday after August
25 through February 15. Hunters must remove all other personal property
by the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We close the refuge to archery hunting during refuge firearm
seasons.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the use or possession of live minnows or bait fish
in Pools 3, 4, 7, and 10 and the Cedar Creek Trout Ponds.
(ii) We open designated fishing areas from \1/2\ hour before legal
sunrise to \1/2\ hour after legal sunset, except the Little White River
Recreation Area.
* * * * *
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39. Amend Sec. 32.61 by:
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a. Revising paragraphs (g)(1) introductory text, (g)(1)(v) and (vi),
(g)(2), and (g)(3)(i);
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b. Removing paragraph (g)(3)(ii);
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c. Redesignating paragraphs (g)(3)(iii) and (iv) as paragraphs
(g)(3)(ii) and (iii), respectively; and
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d. Revising paragraph (g)(4)(i).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 32.61 Tennessee.
* * * * *
(g) Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of Canada goose, dove, and crow on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
* * * * *
(v) Youth hunters age 16 and younger must be accompanied by an
adult 21 years old or older who has a refuge hunting permit on his or
her person. The adult must remain in a position to take immediate
control of the hunting device.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs for migratory bird, squirrel,
raccoon, and opossum hunting.
* * * * *
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, coyote,
beaver, raccoon, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (vi)
and (viii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting for raccoon and opossum from legal sunset to
legal sunrise.
(3) * * *
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (v)
and (viii) of this section apply.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(i) We allow fishing in Swamp Creek, Sulphur Well Bay, and Bennetts
Creek from March 16 through November 14. We open the remainder of the
refuge portion of Kentucky Lake to fishing year-round. We allow bank
fishing year-round along Refuge Lane from the New Johnsonville Pump
Station.
* * * * *
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40. Amend Sec. 32.62 by revising paragraphs (f), (i), and (j) to read
as follows:
Sec. 32.62 Texas.
* * * * *
(f) Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory bird
hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove, white-winged dove, and
Eurasian collared dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to obtain a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-
1383-G).
(ii) Hunters age 17 and younger (``youth hunters'') must be under
the direct supervision of an adult age 18 or older (``adult
supervisor'').
(iii) We limit hunting to no more than 6 days with a maximum of 12
hunters, during the concurrent pheasant/quail season as governed by the
State of Texas hunting season.
(iv) Hunting hours will be from 30 minutes before legal sunrise
until noon.
(v) All hunters must check in and out at refuge headquarters.
(vi) Bag limits will be determined annually for each species, but
will never exceed the limits set by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
(TPWD).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ring-necked pheasant,
northern bobwhite, and scaled quail on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(ii), (iii), and
(v) of this section apply.
(ii) Hunting hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(iii) We allow only shotguns for pheasant and quail hunting.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, mule
deer, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (f)(1)(ii) of this section
applies.
(ii) After legal sunset, hunters may be in designated camping areas
only. We prohibit hunters in all other areas of the refuge after legal
sunset.
(iii) During the youth hunt, each adult supervisor may supervise
only one youth hunter. A youth hunter may have up to two adult
supervisors.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
(i) Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, feral
hog, nilgai antelope, other exotic ungulates, and American alligator on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the incidental take of nilgai antelope, feral hog, and
other
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rarely observed exotic ungulates (such as fallow deer, axis deer, sika
deer, Barbary sheep, and black buck) during all refuge hunts, with the
exception of American alligator hunts.
(ii) We require hunters to attend refuge hunter orientation before
hunting on the refuge. We require each hunter to obtain and carry with
them a signed and dated hunt information tearsheet (name and address
only) in addition to the State hunt permit.
(iii) Bag limits for species hunted on the refuge are provided in
the refuge hunt tearsheet annually.
(iv) Each hunter age 17 and younger must be under the direct
supervision of an adult age 18 or older.
(v) We allow a scouting period prior to the commencement of each
refuge hunt period. A permitted hunter and a limit of two non-permitted
individuals may enter the hunt units during the scouting period, which
begins after hunter orientation and ends at legal sunset. Each hunter
must clearly display a Vehicle Validation Tag face up on the vehicle
dashboard when scouting and hunting.
(vi) We allow hunters to enter the refuge 1\1/2\ hours before legal
sunrise during their permitted hunt periods. Hunters must leave the
hunt units no later than 1 hour after State legal shooting hours.
(vii) Hunters may access hunt units only by foot or bicycle.
(viii) We allow hunting from portable stands or by stalking and
still hunting. There is a limit of one blind or stand per permitted
hunter. Hunters must attach hunter identification (permit number or
State license number) to the blind or stand. Hunters must remove all
blinds and stands at the end of the permitted hunt period (see Sec.
27.93 of this chapter).
(ix) During American alligator hunts, we allow hunters to leave
hooks set over only one night period at a time; set lines must be
checked daily. Hunters must field dress all harvested big game in the
field and check the game at the hunt check station before removal from
the refuge. Hunters may use a nonmotorized cart to assist with the
transportation of harvested game animals.
(x) We prohibit the killing or wounding of a game animal and then
intentionally or knowingly failing to make a reasonable effort to
retrieve and include it in the hunter's bag limit.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing and crabbing on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing and crabbing year-round only from Adolph
Thomae Jr. County Park, on San Martin Lake of the Bahia Grande Unit,
and on the South Padre Island Unit.
(ii) We allow only pole and line, rod and reel, hand line, dip net,
or cast net for fishing. We prohibit the use of crab traps or pots for
crabbing. Anglers must attend all fishing lines, crabbing equipment,
and other fishing devices at all times.
(iii) In the Bahia Grande Unit, inside the refuge boundary on San
Martin Lake, we allow only bank and wade fishing, accessed on foot. In
other waters of the Bahia Grande Unit, we do not allow boats or fishing
inside the refuge boundary.
(j) Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory
game bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning, white-winged, and
white-tipped dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to obtain a hunt permit (signed brochure)
and to possess and carry that permit at all times during your
designated hunt period. Hunters must also display the vehicle placard
(part of the hunt permit) while participating in the designated hunt
period.
(ii) Hunters age 17 and younger must be under the direct
supervision of an adult age 18 or older.
(iii) You may access the refuge during your permitted hunt period
from 1 hour before legal hunt time to 1 hour after legal hunt time. You
must only hunt during legal hunt hours.
(iv) We restrict hunt participants to those listed on the refuge
hunt permit (hunter, non-hunting chaperone, and non-hunting assistant).
(v) We allow hunters to use bicycles on designated routes of
travel.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs to retrieve doves during the hunt.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of wild turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i) through (v) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow turkey hunting during the spring season only.
(iii) You may only harvest one bearded turkey per hunter.
(iv) We prohibit the killing, wounding, taking, or possession of
game animals and then intentionally or knowingly failing to make a
reasonable effort to retrieve or keep the edible portions of the animal
and include it in your bag limit.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, feral
hog, nilgai antelope, javelina, and other exotic ungulates (as defined
by the State of Texas to include fallow deer, axis deer, sika deer,
Barbary sheep, and black buck) on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i) through (v)
and (2)(iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow only free-standing blinds or tripods. Hunters may set
them up during the scouting days preceding each permitted hunt day and
must take them down by the end of each hunt day (see Sec. 27.93 of
this chapter). Hunters must mark and tag all stands with their hunting
license number during the period of use.
(iii) Hunters must field-dress all harvested big game in the field.
(iv) Hunters may use nonmotorized dollies or carts off of improved
roads or trails to haul carcasses to a parking area.
(v) We prohibit the use of big game decoys.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
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41. Amend Sec. 32.63 by:
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a. Removing paragraph (a)(1)(iii);
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b. Redesignating paragraphs (a)(1)(iv) through (vi) as paragraphs
(a)(1)(iii) through (v); and
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c. Revising paragraph (b).
The revision reads as follows:
Sec. 32.63 Utah.
* * * * *
(b) Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of coot, duck, goose, mourning dove, and
snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(ii) You may construct temporary blinds. You must remove all blinds
constructed out of materials other than vegetation at the end of each
day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of small boats (15 feet or less) when
hunting. We prohibit gasoline motors and air boats.
(iv) You may enter the refuge 2 hours prior to legal sunrise and
must exit the refuge by 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(v) You must remove decoys, boats, vehicles, and other personal
property from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. 27.93
of this chapter).
(vi) We have a special blind area for use by disabled hunters. We
prohibit trespass for any reason by any individual not registered to
use that area.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of chukar, desert rabbit,
and mountain rabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
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(i) We close to hunting on January 31.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer and pronghorn
antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We only allow archery equipment when hunting big game.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
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42. Amend Sec. 32.64 by adding paragraphs (a)(1)(vii) and (a)(2)(v),
and revising paragraphs (a)(4)(i)(A) and (b), to read as follows:
Sec. 32.64 Vermont.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(1) * * *
(vii) In all hunting areas, we allow the use of dogs consistent
with State regulations.
* * * * *
(2) * * *
(v) The condition set forth at paragraph (a)(1)(vii) of this
section applies.
* * * * *
(4) * * *
(i) * * *
(A) We close the following areas: Goose Bay, Saxes Creek and
Pothole, Metcalfe Island Pothole, Long Marsh Channel, and Clark Marsh.
* * * * *
(b) Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, crow, and
American woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) We allow disabled hunters to hunt from a vehicle that is at
least 10 feet from the traveled portion of the refuge road if the
hunter possesses a State-issued disabled hunting license and a Special
Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) issued by the refuge manager.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, raccoon,
bobcat, woodchuck, red squirrel, eastern gray squirrel, porcupine,
skunk, snowshoe hare, eastern cottontail, and ruffed grouse on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) Shooting from, over, or within 10 feet of the traveled portion
of any gravel road is prohibited.
(iii) We require hunters hunting at night to possess a Special Use
Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) issued by the refuge manager.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, moose,
black bear, and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject
to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (b)(2)(ii)
of this section apply.
(ii) You may use portable tree stands and/or blinds. You must
clearly label your tree stands and/or blinds with your hunting license
number.
(iii) You may retrieve moose at the Nulhegan Basin Division with
the use of a commercial moose hauler, if the hauler possesses a Special
Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-C) issued by the refuge manager.
(4) [Reserved]
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43. Amend Sec. 32.65 by:
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a. Revising paragraph (a)(3)(iii);
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b. Adding paragraph (a)(3)(v);
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c. Revising paragraph (b)(1)(i);
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d. Adding paragraphs (b)(1)(iv), (b)(3)(v), and (c)(3)(vi);
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e. Revising paragraphs (d), (e)(3), and (e)(4)(ii);
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f. Adding paragraph (f)(3)(v);
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g. Revising paragraphs (h) and (i);
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h. Adding paragraph (j)(3)(v);
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i. Revising paragraphs (k)(3), (k)(4)(iv), and (l)(3)(i); and
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j. Adding new paragraph (l)(3)(v).
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 32.65 Virginia.
* * * * *
(a) * * *
(3) * * *
(iii) We prohibit retrieval of wounded game from a ``No Hunting
Area'' or ``Safety Zone'' without the consent of the refuge employee on
duty at the check station.
* * * * *
(v) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(1) * * *
(i) You must obtain and possess a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) while hunting
on the refuge.
* * * * *
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
* * * * *
(3) * * *
(v) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer and sika.
* * * * *
(c) * * *
(3) * * *
(vi) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
* * * * *
(d) Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2)
[Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) We only allow shotguns with slugs during the firearm season.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(iv) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting deer.
(4) [Reserved]
(e) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
bear on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer and bear.
(4) * * *
(ii) We prohibit bank fishing on the refuge, with the exception
noted in paragraph (e)(4)(i) of this section.
* * * * *
(f) * * *
(3) * * *
(v) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
* * * * *
(h) Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439,
Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) and be selected in
the refuge lottery to hunt.
(ii) We only allow shotguns with slugs during the firearm season.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the
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organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iv) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting deer.
(4) [Reserved]
(i) Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory waterfowl, gallinule, and
coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We require migratory game bird hunters to obtain and carry a
permit through a lottery administered by the Virginia Department of
Game and Inland Fisheries.
(ii) You must hunt from a blind, as assigned by the hunting permit.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2)-(4) [Reserved]
(j) * * *
(3) * * *
(v) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
* * * * *
(k) * * *
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require big game hunters to obtain a permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
(4) * * *
(iv) We prohibit the use of lead fishing tackle in freshwater
ponds, including Wilna Pond and Laurel Grove Pond.
* * * * *
(l) * * *
(3) * * *
(i) You must obtain and carry a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-
2439, Hunt Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) while hunting.
* * * * *
(v) We prohibit the use of pursuit dogs while hunting white-tailed
deer.
* * * * *
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44. Amend Sec. 32.66 by revising paragraph (l)(1) and (n) to read as
follows:
Sec. 32.66 Washington.
* * * * *
(l) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose,
and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow hunting during the State youth season in September.
(ii) We allow hunting from the beginning of the regular waterfowl
seasons through November 30 by youths (younger than age 16) on Saturday
and Sunday only. An adult, age 18 or older, must accompany and
supervise youth hunters. We allow the supervising adult(s) to hunt.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iv) Hunters may access the refuge no earlier than 2 hours before
legal sunrise and must leave no later than 1 hour after legal sunset.
(v) Hunters may hunt only from within 50 yards of posted hunting
sites.
(vi) Hunting parties are restricted to a maximum of two youths and
two accompanying adults per hunting site.
(vii) We allow the use of nonmotorized boats for hunting.
(viii) We only allow the use of portable blinds and temporary
blinds constructed of manmade materials.
(ix) Hunters must remove all blinds, decoys, and other personal
equipment from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec.
27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
* * * * *
(n) Willapa National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, and snipe on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) In the designated goose hunt area in the Riekkola Unit, hunters
may take ducks, coots, and snipe only incidental to hunting geese.
(ii) We open the refuge for hunting access from 1\1/2\ hours before
legal sunrise until 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iv) You must remove all personal property, including decoys and
boats, by 1 hour after legal sunset (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of
this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of forest grouse (sooty
and ruffed) on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) We allow archery hunting only.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (n)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, elk, and bear on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) At Long Island, we allow only archery hunting; we prohibit
hunting firearms.
(ii) We prohibit bear hunting on any portion of the refuge except
Long Island.
(iii) We prohibit the use of centerfire or rimfire rifles within
the Lewis, Porter Point, and Riekkola Units.
(iv) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (n)(1)(ii) and (iii) of
this section apply.
(v) You may leave your tree stand(s) in place for 3 days. You must
label your tree stand(s) with your hunting license number and the date
you set up the stand. You may set up stands 1\1/2\ hours before legal
sunrise. You must remove your tree stand(s) and all other personal
property from the refuge by 1\1/2\ hours after legal sunset on the
third day (see Sec. 27.93 of this chapter).
(vi) At Leadbetter Point, we allow hunting of elk only during the
State early muzzleloader season, and by special permit in consultation
with the State.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
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45. Revise Sec. 32.67 to read as follows:
Sec. 32.67 West Virginia.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as
governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, rail, coot, gallinule,
mourning dove, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require each hunter to possess and carry a signed refuge
hunting brochure (signed brochure).
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and
must exit the refuge, including parking areas, no later than 1 hour
after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit overnight parking except by Special Use Permit
(FWS Form 3-1383-G) on Forest Road 80.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(v) We prohibit dog training except during legal hunting seasons.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow the hunting of ruffed grouse,
squirrel, cottontail rabbit, snowshoe hare, red fox, gray fox, bobcat,
woodchuck, coyote, opossum, striped skunk, and raccoon on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (iv) and (v)
of this section apply.
(ii) You may hunt coyote, raccoon, opossum, skunk, and fox at
night, but you must obtain a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) at
the refuge headquarters before hunting.
(iii) We only allow hunting in the No Rifle Zones with the
following
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equipment: archery (including crossbow), shotgun, or muzzleloader.
(iv) We prohibit the hunting of upland game species from March 1
through August 31.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow the hunting of white-tailed deer,
black bear, and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (iv) and
(a)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting black bear during the gun
season.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of
lead fishing tackle on designated areas of the refuge.
(b) Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require each hunter to possess and carry a signed refuge
hunting brochure (signed brochure).
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and
must exit the refuge, including parking areas, no later than 1 hour
after legal sunset.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The
conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (ii), and (iii) of this
section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour
after legal sunset. This restriction does not apply to off-shore
fishing.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines (setlines) and turtle lines.
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46. Amend Sec. 32.68 by revising paragraphs (c) and (d) to read as
follows:
Sec. 32.68 Wisconsin.
* * * * *
(c) Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following condition: You must remove all
boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials, stands, platforms, and other
hunting equipment (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter)
brought onto the refuge at the end of each day's hunt.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game and turkey hunting on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) For hunting, you may use or possess only approved nontoxic shot
shells while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting wild
turkey (see Sec. 32.2(k)).
(ii) You must remove all boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials,
stands, platforms, and other hunting equipment (see Sec. Sec. 27.93
and 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the refuge at the end of each
day's hunt.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must remove all boats, decoys, blinds, blind materials,
stands, platforms, and other hunting equipment (see Sec. Sec. 27.93
and 27.94 of this chapter) brought onto the refuge at the end of each
day's hunt.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a ``deer drive''
as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise
frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is
part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the
deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the taking
of turtle and frog (see Sec. 27.21 of this chapter).
(d) Horicon National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, common moorhen, and
American woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following condition: We allow only participants in the Learn to Hunt
and other special programs to hunt goose, duck, coot, and common
moorhen.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of wild turkey, ring-
necked pheasant, gray partridge, ruffed grouse, squirrel, cottontail
rabbit, snowshoe hare, raccoon, opossum, striped skunk, red fox, gray
fox, coyote, and bobcat on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) For wild turkey hunting, hunters may possess only approved
nontoxic shot shells (see Sec. 32.2(k)) while in the field.
(ii) We prohibit night hunting from \1/2\ hour after legal sunset
until \1/2\ hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs while hunting upland game (except
raccoon, Virginia opossum, striped skunk, red fox, gray fox, coyote,
and bobcat), provided the dog is under the immediate control of the
hunter at all times.
(iv) Coyote, red fox, gray fox, and bobcat hunting begins on the
first day of the traditional 9-day gun deer season.
(v) Coyote hunting ends on the last day of the season for fox.
(vi) You may only hunt striped skunk and opossum during the season
for raccoon.
(vii) You may only hunt snowshoe hare during the season for
cottontail rabbit.
(viii) Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier than 1 hour before
legal shooting hours and must exit the refuge no later than 1 hour
after legal shooting hours.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and
black bear in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) Hunters must remove all stands and personal property from the
refuge following each day's hunt (see Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of
this chapter). We prohibit hunting from any stand left up overnight.
(ii) We prohibit hunting bear with dogs.
(iii) Hunters must possess a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt
Application--National Wildlife Refuge System) to hunt in Area E
(surrounding the office/visitor center).
(iv) Hunters may enter the refuge no earlier than 1 hour before
legal shooting hours and must exit the refuge no later than 1 hour
after legal shooting hours.
(v) Any ground blind used during any gun deer season must display
at least 144 square inches (929 square centimeters) of solid-blaze-
orange material visible from all directions.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the
refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow bank fishing or fishing through the ice.
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(ii) We prohibit the use of fishing weights or lures containing
lead.
* * * * *
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47. Amend Sec. 32.69 by:
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a. Redesignating paragraphs (a) through (e) as paragraphs (b) through
(f);
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b. Adding a new paragraph (a); and
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c. Revising newly redesignated paragraphs (b), (c), (e)(1), and (f).
The addition and revisions read as follows:
Sec. 32.69 Wyoming.
* * * * *
(a) Bamforth National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of chukar, grey
partridge, pheasant, rabbit, sharp-tailed grouse, and turkey on
designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of pronghorn antelope, mule
deer, and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(b) Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game
bird hunting. We allow hunting of dove, duck, dark goose, coot,
merganser, light goose, snipe, Virginia rail, Sora rail, sandhill
crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to
the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(ii) Hunters may only access the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise
until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of blue grouse, ruffed
grouse, chukar partridge, gray partridge, cottontail rabbit, snowshoe
hare, squirrel (red, gray, and fox), red fox, raccoon, and striped
skunk on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section
applies.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs to find and retrieve legally
harvested upland game birds, cottontail rabbits, and squirrels. You may
not use dogs to chase red fox, raccoon, striped skunk, or any other
species not specifically allowed in this paragraph (b)(2)(ii).
(iii) Licensed migratory bird, big game, or upland/small game
hunters may harvest red fox, raccoon, and striped skunk on the refuge
from September 1 until the end of the last open big game, upland bird,
or small game season. You must possess, and remove from the refuge, all
red fox, raccoon, and striped skunk that you harvest on the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, mule deer, white-
tailed deer, pronghorn, and moose subject to the following condition:
The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section
applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge.
(c) Hutton Lake National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow youth hunting of goose, duck, coot, and merganser on
designated areas of the refuge during the Wyoming Zone C2 ``special
youth waterfowl hunting days'' subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(ii) We prohibit the cleaning of game on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of chuker, grey
partridge, pheasant, rabbit, sharp-tailed grouse, and turkey on
designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (ii) of
this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting November 1 through March 1.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of pronghorn antelope and
mule deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following
condition: We allow hunting November 1 through March 1.
(4) [Reserved]
* * * * *
(e) * * *
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of dove, goose,
duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge.
* * * * *
(f) Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow hunting of dark goose, duck, coot, merganser, dove,
snipe, and rail on designated areas of the refuge subject to the
following conditions:
(i) 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
enter the refuge 1 hour before legal shooting hours to set up decoys
and blinds.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iii) You must only use portable blinds or blinds constructed from
dead and downed wood.
(iv) You must remove portable blinds, tree stands, decoys, and
other personal equipment from the refuge after each day's hunt (see
Sec. Sec. 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of sage grouse,
cottontail rabbit, jackrabbit, raccoon, fox, and skunk on designated
areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions
set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of pronghorn, mule deer,
white-tailed deer, elk, and moose on designated areas of the refuge
subject to the following condition: The condition set forth at
paragraph (f)(1)(i) section applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of
the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (f)(1)(i) of this section
applies.
(ii) We prohibit taking of mollusk, crustacean, reptile, and
amphibian from the refuge (see Sec. 27.21 of this chapter).
PART 36--ALASKA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES
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48. The authority citation for part 36 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 16 U.S.C. 460(k) et seq., 668dd-668ee, 3101 et
seq., Pub. L. 115-20, 131 Stat. 86.
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49. Amend Sec. 36.39 by revising paragraph (d) to read as follows:
Sec. 36.39 Public use.
* * * * *
(d) Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. We prohibit all domestic
sheep, goats, and camelids on the refuge.
* * * * *
Subchapter E--Management of Fisheries Conservation Areas
PART 71--HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING ON NATIONAL FISH HATCHERIES
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50. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows:
Authority: Sec. 4, Pub. L. 73-121, 48 Stat. 402, as amended;
sec. 4, Pub. L. 87-714, 76 Stat. 654; 5 U.S.C. 301; 16 U.S.C. 460k,
664, 668dd, 1534.
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51. Amend Sec. 71.11 to read as follows:
Sec. 71.11 National fish hatcheries open for hunting.
The following hatcheries are open for hunting as governed by
applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in
alphabetical order with additional hatchery-specific regulations.
(a) Iron River National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow duck, goose, coot, rail, snipe, woodcock, dove, and
crow hunting on designated areas of the hatchery.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow pheasant, bobwhite quail, ruffed
and
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sharp-tailed grouse, Hungarian partridge, rabbit/hare, squirrel,
coyote, fox, bobcat, raccoon, opossum, skunk, weasel, and woodchuck
hunting on designated areas of the hatchery.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow white-tailed deer, turkey, and bear
hunting on designated areas of the hatchery subject to the following
conditions:
(i) You must label tree stands and ground blinds with the owner's
State hunting license number. The label must be readable from the
ground.
(ii) You may place tree stands and ground blinds on the hatchery
only from September 1 to December 31 annually.
(b) Jordan River National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow the hunting of woodcock, dove, duck, goose, rail,
snipe, coot, and crow on designated areas of the hatchery subject to
the following conditions:
(i) We allow entry into the hatchery 1 hour before legal sunrise
and require hunters to leave the hatchery no later than 1 hour after
legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit shooting on or over any hatchery road within 50
feet (15 meters) from the centerline.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs while hunting, provided the dog is
under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit/hare, squirrel,
coyote, fox, bobcat, raccoon, opossum, skunk, weasel, and woodchuck on
designated areas of the hatchery subject to the following condition:
The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iii) of this
section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, white-tailed deer,
and turkey on designated areas of the hatchery and subject to the
following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of portable stands and blinds for hunting,
and hunters must remove them at the end of each day.
(iii) You must label tree stands with the owner's Department of
Natural Resources sportcard number. The label, printed in legible
English that can be easily read from the ground, must be affixed to the
stand.
(c) Leadville National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the hatchery.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the hatchery.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the hatchery subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must label tree stands and ground blinds with the owner's
State hunting license number. The label must be readable from the
ground.
(ii) You may place tree stands and ground blinds on the refuge only
from September 1 to December 31 annually.
(4) Sport fishing. See Sec. 71.12(k) for hatchery-specific fishing
regulations for this hatchery.
(d) Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory game bird
hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of
the hatchery subject to the following condition: We allow the use of
dogs for hunting in accordance with State of Washington hunting
regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated
areas of the hatchery subject to the following condition: We allow the
use of dogs for hunting in accordance with State of Washington hunting
regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas
of the hatchery subject to the following condition: We allow the use of
dogs for hunting in accordance with State of Washington hunting
regulations.
(4) Sport fishing. See Sec. 71.12(l) for hatchery-specific fishing
regulations for this hatchery.
(e) Little White Salmon National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory bird
hunting. We allow hunting of crow on designated areas of the hatchery
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed
of nonliving natural materials. Hunters must remove all equipment at
the end of each day's hunt.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of bobcat, grouse,
partridge, and porcupine on designated areas of the hatchery subject to
the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs
(e)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, elk, black-tailed
deer, mule deer, and wild turkey on designated areas of the hatchery
subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at
paragraphs (e)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. See Sec. 71.12(m) for hatchery-specific fishing
regulations for this hatchery.
(f) Southwest Native Aquatic Resources and Recovery Center--(1)
Migratory game bird hunting. We allow the hunting of sandhill crane,
light and dark goose, duck, merganser, coot, mourning and white-winged
dove, and band-tailed pigeon on designated areas of the center.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow the hunting of Eurasian collared
dove; dusky (blue) grouse; pheasant; scaled quail; and Abert's, red,
gray, and fox squirrel on designated areas of the center.
(3) [Reserved]
(g) Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery--(1) Migratory bird
hunting. We allow hunting of crow on designated areas of the hatchery
subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed
of nonliving natural materials. Hunters must remove all equipment at
the end of each day's hunt.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of bobcat, grouse,
partridge, and porcupine on designated areas of the hatchery subject to
the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs
(g)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, elk, black-tailed
deer, mule deer, and wild turkey on designated areas of the hatchery
subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at
paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. See Sec. 71.12(o) for hatchery-specific fishing
regulations for this hatchery.
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52. Amend Sec. 71.12 by:
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a. Redesignating paragraphs (g) through (m) as paragraphs (k) through
(q), respectively; paragraphs (b) through (f) as paragraphs (e) through
(i), respectively; and paragraph (a) as paragraph (c); and
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b. Adding new paragraphs (a), (b), (d), (j), and (r).
The additions read as follows:
Sec. 71.12 National fish hatcheries open for sport fishing.
* * * * *
(a) Abernathy Fish Technology Center. We allow sport fishing on
designated areas of the center.
(b) Berkshire National Fish Hatchery. We allow sport fishing on
designated areas of the hatchery subject to the following conditions:
(1) Anglers must abide by posted signage.
(2) Anglers must remain at least 50 feet away from raceways and
fish culture areas to maintain biosecurity of stocked fish populations.
(3) On the Konkapot River, we prohibit angling equipment,
including,
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but not limited to, live bait, boots, and rods, near the areas
described in paragraph (b)(2).
(4) We limit access to Outreach Pond to youth (ages 13 and
younger), supervised by an adult at all times.
(5) We allow fishing on Outreach Pond during open hatchery hours
only.
(6) We prohibit the use of baitfish, shiners, and minnows in the
Outreach Pond.
(7) We prohibit all fishing methods of take besides rods on
Outreach Pond.
(8) We allow a daily creel limit of three (3) fish per individual
at Outreach Pond. There is no creel limit during fishing derbies.
(9) We prohibit fishing during the winter in Outreach Pond.
(10) We prohibit the use of all lead, including tackle containing
lead, when fishing in Outreach Pond.
* * * * *
(d) Dwight D. Eisenhower National Fish Hatchery. We allow sport
fishing on designated areas of the hatchery subject to the following
conditions:
(1) Anglers must abide by posted signage.
(2) Anglers must remain at least 50 feet away from the water intake
from Furnace Brook, raceways, and fish culture areas for safety and to
maintain biosecurity of stocked fish populations.
(3) We prohibit angling equipment, including, but not limited to,
live bait, boots, and rods, near the areas described in paragraph
(d)(2).
* * * * *
(j) Lamar National Fish Hatchery. We allow sport fishing on
designated areas of the hatchery subject to the following condition: We
only allow sport fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
* * * * *
(r) Willard National Fish Hatchery. We allow sport fishing on
designated areas of the hatchery.
Dated: March 20, 2020.
George Wallace,
Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks.
[FR Doc. 2020-06258 Filed 4-8-20; 8:45 am]
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