Hunting is available at almost 400 national wildlife refuges, more than 35 wetland management districts and almost 20 national fish hatcheries. Hunting is a priority public use at national wildlife refuges. Wildlife hunting is subject to sustainable limits and sometimes used as a management tool to keep wildlife populations in check. Hunters' purchase of Duck Stamps helps buy conservation lands. Hunters must have an appropriate state license.
For Specific Refuge Rules and Policies
| Activity | Season Dates | Hunting Hours | Special Regulations |
| Archery Deer and Turkey Hunting | Wisconsin/Illinois | State ShootingHours | State regulations apply. All state approved archery equiment is allowed. |
| Deer Gun Hunting | Wisconsin | State ShootingHours | State regulations apply |
| Deer Firearm Hunting | Illinois | State ShootingHours | State regulations apply (firearm: shotgun, single-shot centerfire rifle, handgun) |
| Muzzleloader Deer Hunting | Wisconsin/Illinois | State ShootingHours | State regulations apply |
| Upland GameHunting and Migratory Bird Hunting (Waterfowl and non-waterfowl species) | Wisconsin/Illinois | State ShootingHours | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. |
| Firearm Turkey Hunting | Wisconsin/Illinois | State Shooting Hours | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells while turkey hunting. |
| Bear | Wisconsin | State Shooting Hours | Baiting and hounding is prohibited on refuge |
| Small Game Hunting (including furbearer) | Wisconsin/Illinois | Daylight hours only | State regulations apply. Hunters must possess and use only non-toxic shot shells. Nighttime furbearer hunting prohibited. |
| Fishing and Bow Fishing | Wisconsin/Illinois | Daylight hours only | State Regulations apply. Nighttime fishing prohibited. |
| Applicable state seasons and bag limits for all activities | |||
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