The lottery for the two day shotgun hunt at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is open from September 1 - October 1.
The hunt this year will take place on Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December 9. Please remember that winning the lottery grants you access for one of these dates.
If you have questions about entering the priority category for youth / novice / mobility impaired adults, please contact Ella Weber at ella_weber@fws.gov or 978-572-5617.
If you need help entering the lottery itself, please attend our hunting application help desk on Wednesday, September 13 from 10am-12pm.
Use this link to enter: https://parkerrivernwr.recaccess.com/#/product-list - Good luck!
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A national wildlife refuge is typically a contiguous area of land and water managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the conservation and, where appropriate, restoration of fish, wildlife and plant resources and their habitats for the benefit of present and future generations of Americans.
Learn more about national wildlife refuge by visiting during open hours, or joining one of our programs!
The refuge supports a wide variety of wildlife-dependent recreational opportunities. You can learn more about how to enjoy some of our popular activities using the links below:
- Walking, Hiking & Jogging
- Biking
- Wildlife Observation & Photography
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Boating & Paddling
- Beach Use
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***If purchasing passes at the refuge, payment can be made by cash or check only. Please call ahead to ensure that someone will be able to sell you a pass when you wish to come. Alternatively, most passes can be purchased online through Rec Access or USGS.***
Location and Contact Information
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Tours
To schedule a program, tour, or field trip of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, contact us at 978-465-5753, or via email at parkerriver@fws.gov.