Trapping does occur on the refuge under a limited permit trapping program.
The 2023-2024 trapping seasons for all units and areas will be:
Raccoon, fox, coyote, weasel, skunk, and opossum (closed to fisher and bobcat trapping): Opens on October 14, 2023 and closes on February 15, 2024. Non-residents may not trap raccoons until October 28, as per state trapping regulations. No open marsh trapping (>25 yards from the shoreline/dike toe) until December 1.
Mink and muskrat: Opens on October 28, 2023 and closes on March 22, 2024. No open marsh trapping (>25 yards from the shoreline/dike toe) until December 1.
Beaver and otter: Opens on November 5, 2023 and closes on March 22, 2024. No open marsh trapping (>25 yards from the shoreline/dike toe) until December 1.