Rydell National Wildlife Refuge is open to archery and muzzleloader deer hunting and archery or shotgun bear hunting on 1,378 acres (Hunt Unit A). Hunt Unit A is also open to numerous upland game species, including ruffed grouse, ring-necked pheasant, gray (Hungarian) partridge, prairie grouse, wild turkey, snowshoe hare, cottontail and white-tailed jackrabbit, and gray and fox squirrel. Season dates and bag limits follow those of the state for archery deer and upland game hunting. Details are in the refuge hunting and fishing brochure. Hunting for ducks, geese, and coots will be allowed in Hunt Unit A for youth only, during the two-day Minnesota Youth Waterfowl Season, in early September. The refuge will also continue to host a special three-day accessible deer hunt for people with disabilities during mid-October. A total of 20 people are selected to participate in this hunt each year. For more information on the special deer hunts, contact the refuge manager at 218-687-2229 x16.