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We are mapping the sightings of the Delmarva fox squirrel.
The Delmarva fox squirrel has recently been delisted and is no longer classified as a Federally endangered or threatened species. However, monitoring of this species will continue for 10 years to insure it is still doing well. We are mapping the distribution of this animal and are looking for photos or observations you may have made while visiting the refuge.
If you have seen a fox squirrel please print the attached sighting report and turn it into the Visitor Contact Station located at 11978 Turkle Pond Road, Milton, DE. 19968, or call 302-684-8419 if you have any questions.
Delmarva Fox Squirrel sighting report
Hunting, which is identified by the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 as one of the six wildlife-dependent recreational uses on refuges, is a very popular form of recreation at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge.
Completed applications for the November 17, 2018 and January 19, 2019 early and late season headquarters deer hunts must
be received no later than 4:00 PM on September 14, 2018. Applications will not be accepted over the telephone or available
on the refuge website.
Applications can be filled out in-person at the headquarters office of the refuge.
Applications will also be available in refuge hallway during off hours when the administrative offices are closed.
If you have any questions, please call Prime Hook NWR at (302) 684-8419. Prime Hook NWR is located off of Rt. 16 (Broadkill Beach Rd.) on Turkle Pond Road in Milton, Delaware. A complete listing of 2018-19 hunting information and regulations will soon be available.
Hunting Information