Title 50—Wildlife and Fisheries--Volume 1
PART 32—HUNTING AND FISHING
§ 32.43   Mississippi.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge. Refer to § 32.37(g) for regulations.
(b) Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge —

(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory ducks, geese, mergansers, coot, rails, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a State-issued North Mississippi NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While hunting on the refuge, all persons age 15 and younger (“youth hunter”) must be in the presence and under the direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter age 21 or older. A hunter supervising a youth hunter must hold all required licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later than 12 p.m. (noon).
(iii) We allow hunting of migratory game birds, including under the Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542). You must display the card in plain view on the dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the reverse side of the card and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all game harvested, and if you harvest no game, report “0.” We prohibit hunters possessing more than one Harvest Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory game birds.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of beavers, coyotes, nutria, and feral hog during daylight hours only during any open season with weapons and ammunition legal for that season.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel, and rabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (ii), (v), and (ix) of this section apply.
(ii) All hunters using shotguns for small game must use approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), and (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit dogs while hunting deer. We allow the use of dogs to hunt feral hog during designated hog seasons.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iv) We prohibit hunting or shooting across any open, fallow, or planted field from ground level or on or across any public road, public highway, railroad, or their rights-of-way during all general gun and primitive weapon hunts.
(v) Hunters may erect portable deer stands 2 weeks prior to the opening of archery season on the refuge and must remove them (see § 27.93 of this chapter) by January 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit possession or use of jugs, seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/baskets, or any other similar devices.
(ii) We allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, crawfish traps, or any other similar devices for recreational use only, and you must tag or mark them with waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or legibly stamped on the tag with your State fishing license number. You must attend these devices a minimum of once daily. If you are not going to attend these devices, you must remove them from the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow crawfishing.
(c) Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, rail, snipe, woodcock, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a North Mississippi NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While hunting on the refuge, all persons age 15 and younger (“youth hunter”) must be in the presence and under the direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter at age 21 or older (“licensed hunter”). A hunter supervising a youth hunter must hold all required licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset except during raccoon and frog hunts.
(iii) We allow hunting of waterfowl (ducks, teal, mergansers, coots, and geese), rail and snipe, including under the Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays ending at 12 p.m. (noon).
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542). You must display the card in plain view on the dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all game harvested, and if you harvest no game, report “0.” We prohibit hunters possessing more than one Harvest Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory game birds and upland game. We prohibit the use of dogs during big game hunts.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of coyote, beaver, nutria, and feral hog incidental to other lawful hunting using legal methods of take.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel, rabbit, and raccoon on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess a valid general Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) to hunt raccoon on the refuge.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), (v), and (ix) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), (v), and (ix) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iii) We prohibit hunting or shooting across any open, fallow, or planted field.
(iv) We allow valid permit holders to possess and hunt from one portable stand or blind on the refuge. You must clearly label your stand or blind with your State license/sportsmen's identification number. Stands left in the area do not reserve the hunting locations. You may place stands up to 7 days prior to the hunt, and you must remove them within 7 days after the refuge's deer season closes (see § 27.93 of this chapter). We prohibit the placement of ground blinds within mowed trails.
(v) Hunters using a climbing tree stand must use a fall-arrest system manufactured to Treestand Manufacturer's Association standards.
(vi) We prohibit the use of buckshot on the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the use or possession of alcoholic beverages while fishing.
(ii) We prohibit possession or use of jugs, seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/baskets, or any other similar devices.
(iii) We prohibit commercial fishing of any kind.
(iv) We only allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, crawfish traps, or any other similar devices and only for recreational use. You must tag or mark these devices with the angler's State fishing license number written with waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or legibly stamped on the tag. You must attend these devices a minimum of once every 24 hours. When not attended, you must remove these devices from the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We allow frogging and crawfishing.
(d) Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, and dove (mourning and white-winged) on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each hunter must possess and carry a signed copy of the refuge brochure while participating in refuge hunts.
(ii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested waterfowl from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) You must only use portable or temporary blinds.
(iv) We only allow the use of dogs when waterfowl hunting. We require all dogs to wear a collar displaying the owner's contact information.
(v) We allow incidental take of coyote and nutria during any refuge hunt with the weapons legal for that hunt, subject to applicable State seasons and regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel (gray and fox) and rabbit (cottontail and swamp), and incidental take of coyote and nutria, on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) and (v) of this section apply.
(ii) We only allow .22 caliber rimfire rifles.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, and incidental take of feral hog, on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) and (v) of this section apply.
(ii) We only allow hunting with bow and arrow. We prohibit firearms.
(iii) We allow portable and climbing tree stands. Hunters must remove tree stands from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may enter the refuge no earlier than 30 minutes prior to sunrise and must leave the refuge no later than 30 minutes after legal sunset each day.
(ii) We prohibit fishing from legal sunset to legal sunrise.
(e) Hillside National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, merganser, coot, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the State-issued license number is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during the muzzleloader deer and limited draw turkey hunts.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer and turkey hunts only.
(vi) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(vii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(ix) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(x) We do not open for early teal season.
(xi) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel, raccoon, and quail, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) Beginning the first day after the deer muzzleloader hunt, we prohibit entry into the Turkey Point area until March 1.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (vi) and (e)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields and tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 meters (m)) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested deer at the nearest self-service check station (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(vii) Turkey hunting opportunities will consist of three limited draw hunts within the State season time frame. Limited draw hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information concerning the hunt to the refuge. Failure to return this permit will disqualify the hunter for any limited hunts the next year.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i), (iii), (iv), and (e)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, jugs, seines, and traps.
(iii) We allow frogging during the State bullfrog season.
(iv) We allow fishing in the borrow ponds along the north levee throughout the year except during the muzzleloader deer hunt.
(v) We open all other refuge waters to fishing March 1 through November 15.
(f) Holt Collier National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System)).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the required information is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during the muzzleloader deer hunt.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer hunts only.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs for hunting during the February rabbit hunt.
(vii) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter (m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(2)(i) through (iii), (v), and (vii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(v) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(4) [Reserved]
(g) Mathews Brake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, merganser, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older who is hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the required information is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer hunts only.
(v) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5 meter (m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(vi) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, boats, and harvested waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(vii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(viii) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(ix) We do not open for early teal season.
(x) We allow hunting during open State seasons. The first 2 days of the season and all weekends, with the exception of youth weekends, are limited draw hunts. These hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information concerning your hunt. If you fail to return this permit, you will not be eligible for any limited hunts the next year.
(xi) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (v) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel and raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) Beginning the day before waterfowl season, we restrict hunting to the waterfowl hunt area.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (v) and (g)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station dates, locations, and requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested deer at the nearest self-service check station following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(vi) We allow archery hunting October 1 through January 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, jugs, seines, and traps.
(iii) We allow frogging during the State bullfrog season.
(iv) We open refuge waters to fishing throughout the year, except in the waterfowl sanctuary, which is closed one day prior to the beginning of waterfowl season until March 1.
(h) Morgan Brake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, merganser, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older who is hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the required information is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during the muzzleloader deer hunt.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer hunts only.
(vi) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter (m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(vii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(ix) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(x) We do not open for early teal season.
(xi) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel, quail, and raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested deer at the nearest self-service check station (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i), (iii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, jugs, seines, and traps.
(iii) We allow frogging during the State bullfrog season.
(iv) We open refuge waters to fishing March 1 through November 15, except Providence Ponds, which are closed 1 day prior to the beginning of waterfowl season until March 1.
(i) Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, merganser, coot, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following regulations:
(i) Each person age 16 or older who is hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the required information is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during all limited draw hunts.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer and turkey hunts only.
(vi) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30-meter (m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(vii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(ix) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(x) Beginning December 15 through March 1, we prohibit all entry into the Lower Twist and Carter Ponds area.
(xi) During the State waterfowl season (except early teal season), waterfowl hunting in Unit 1 will be on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Waterfowl hunting in Unit 2 will be on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (see refuge brochure for details).
(xii) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, quail, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (vi) and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel, quail, and raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (vi) and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested deer at the nearest self-service check station (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(vii) We allow only shotguns with approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) and archery equipment for turkey hunting.
(viii) Limited draw hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information concerning the hunt to the refuge. Failure to return this permit will disqualify the hunter for any limited hunts the next year.
(ix) We hold limited draw hunts for persons with disabilities in November, December, and/or January. We will make hunt dates and permit application procedures (electronic form) available at the Theodore Roosevelt Complex headquarters.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (iii), (iv), and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit trotlines, limb lines, jugs, seines, and traps.
(iii) We allow frogging during the State bullfrog season.
(j) Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, light and dark goose, merganser, woodcock, crow, gallinule (purple and common), snipe, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters and anglers must purchase a North Mississippi Refuge Complex Hunting/Fishing Permit (#606), available from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP).
(ii) Youth hunters age 15 and younger and hunters age 65 and older are not required to obtain a North Mississippi Refuge Complex Hunting/Fishing Permit (#606).
(iii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested game from the refuge by 1 p.m. each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(iv) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset, except during raccoon hunts. Waterfowl hunters must exit the refuge no later than 1 p.m.
(v) Each hunter must obtain a daily Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542). Hunters must display the card in plain view on the dashboard of the vehicle. Prior to leaving the refuge, hunters must complete the card and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Hunters must include all game harvested and if you harvest no game, report “0”. We prohibit hunters possessing more than one Harvest Report at a time.
(vi) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person.
(vii) Hunters must remove all personal property at the end of each day's hunt from the Noxubee Wilderness Area (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter). Outside the Noxubee Wilderness Area, hunters may leave tree stands labeled with the hunter's State hunting license number used for deer hunting.
(viii) We allow hunting of waterfowl (duck, light and dark goose, merganser, coot, and gallinule) during State seasons, including the State Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesday and Saturdays ending at 12 p.m.
(ix) We allow the use of dogs for retrieval of migratory and upland game only.
(x) We allow incidental take of coyote, beaver, nutria, skunk, fox, and feral hog during any refuge hunt with the weapons legal for that hunt, subject to applicable State seasons and regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, quail, opossum, and raccoon, and incidental take of coyote, fox, skunk, beaver, and nutria, on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), (v), (vii), (ix), and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow raccoon and opossum hunting between the hours of legal sunset and legal sunrise.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer turkey, and incidental take of feral hog, on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), (v), (vii), and (x) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit the use of buckshot on the refuge.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iv) You may place one portable tree stand or ground blind for deer hunting on the refuge only during the open deer season. You must clearly label the stand or blind with your State hunting license number.
(v) While climbing a tree, installing a tree stand that uses climbing aids, or hunting from a tree stand on the refuge, you must use a fall-arrest system (full body harness) that is manufactured to the Treestand Manufacturer's Association standards.
(vi) Hunters may place deer stands on the refuge 7 days prior to the hunt, and hunters must remove deer stands no more than 7 days after the refuge's deer season closes (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The general sport fishing, boating, and bow fishing season extends from March 1 through October 31, except that we open the shoreline of Bluff Lake from the Bluff Lake Boardwalk to the visitor center, the entire Noxubee River, and all borrow pit areas along Highway 25 to fishing year-round.
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (j)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(iii) Anglers must keep boat travel at idle speed, and they must not create a wake when moving.
(iv) When left unattended, anglers must tag fishing gear with their State fishing license number. Anglers must check all gear within 24 hours each day or remove these devices (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We allow trotlining on the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(A) Anglers must label each end of the trotline floats with the owner's State fishing license number.
(B) We limit trotlines to one line per person, and we allow no more than two trotlines per boat.
(C) Anglers must tend all trotlines every 24 hours, and must remove them when not in use (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(D) Trotlines must possess at least 6-inch (15.2-centimeter) cotton string leads.
(vi) We allow jug fishing on the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(A) Anglers must label each jug with their State fishing license number.
(B) Anglers must check all jugs every 24 hours, and must remove them when not in use (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(vii) We prohibit bow fishing after legal sunset.
(viii) We prohibit fishing tournaments on all refuge waters.
(ix) We prohibit the taking of frogs, turtles, and crawfish (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(x) We prohibit using nets of any type to capture free-roaming fish or wildlife. You may use a fishing net to recover fish caught by hook and line.
(xi) Outside the Noxubee Wilderness Area, anglers may leave trotlines and jugs used for fishing overnight if they are labeled with the angler's State fishing license number.
(k) St. Catherine Creek National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting on Butler Lake, Salt Lake, and Gillard Lake from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon) on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
(ii) We require that all hunters and anglers age 16 and older purchase an Annual Public Use Permit (electronic form). We require the refuge user to sign, certifying that you understand and will comply with all regulations, and carry this permit at all times while on the refuge.
(iii) Hunters must remove harvested waterfowl, temporary blinds, and decoys used for duck hunting by 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow only portable blinds.
(v) Hunters only may enter the refuge no earlier than 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge by 2 hours after legal sunset.
(vi) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(vii) We prohibit hunting within 150 feet (45 meters) of any petroleum facility or equipment, or refuge residences and buildings.
(viii) We prohibit the use of handguns for hunting on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, beaver, nutria, and coyote in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow hunting shotguns, .22 caliber rimfire rifles or smaller, and muzzle-loading rifles under .38 caliber shooting patched round balls. We prohibit the possession of hunting with slugs, buckshot, or rifle hunting ammunition larger than .22 rimfire.
(ii) You must wear a hunter-orange hat and upper garment when hunting in open fields or reforested areas.
(iii) We allow raccoon hunting only during the month of February from legal sunset to legal sunrise with the following conditions:
(A) We require the use of dogs.
(B) You may use only .22 caliber rimfire rifles for hunting.
(iv) We allow the incidental take of raccoon, feral hog, beaver, nutria, and coyote when hunting migratory birds, upland game, big game species with firearms and archery equipment authorized for use.
(v) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (k)(1)(ii) and (iv) through (vii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, lottery youth turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow only still hunting.
(ii) Hunters may take only one deer per day.
(iii) You must wear a minimum of 500 square inches (3,226 square centimeters) of unbroken hunter orange as the outermost layer of clothing on the chest and back, and a hat or cap of unbroken hunter orange. You must wear the solid-hunter-orange items while in the field.
(iv) While hunting, all persons age 16 and younger must be in the presence and under direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter age 21 or older.
(v) Youth gun hunts (ages 10 to 15) for deer and waterfowl will coincide with designated State youth hunts each year. Youth deer hunters may use any weapon deemed legal by the State except for buckshot, which we prohibit.
(vi) You may place stands up to 2 days prior to established hunting season dates, and you must remove them no more than 2 days after the hunting season closes (see § 27.93 of this chapter). You must mark your stand with your State hunting license identification number. We allow each hunter one portable stand or blind on the refuge.
(vii) Refuge users must check all deer (name) taken prior to leaving the refuge at one of the self-clearing check stations indicated on the map in the refuge public use brochure.
(viii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (k)(1)(ii) and (iv) through (vii) and (k)(2)(iv) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow sport fishing from February 1 through November 15. On those days, you may fish from 30 minutes before legal sunrise to 30 minutes after legal sunset only.
(ii) On the Sibley Unit, we prohibit motorized boats north of the Ring Levee. Anglers may hand-launch boats in Swamp Lake during nonflood conditions.
(iii) An adult age 21 or older must supervise youth age 15 and younger who may fish in the Kid's Pond. We prohibit adults from fishing in this pond.
(iv) We allow bow fishing.
(v) We prohibit taking alligator gar.
(vi) We prohibit crawfishing.
(vii) We prohibit commercial fishing.
(viii) We prohibit possession of trotline equipment, including limb lines, nets, traps, yo-yos, and/or jugs.
(ix) The condition set forth at paragraph (k)(1)(ii) of this section applies.
(l) Tallahatchie River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, geese, merganser, coot, rail, snipe, woodcock, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) All hunters age 16 and older must possess a North Mississippi NWR hunting permit (code 606, available from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks). While hunting on the refuge, all persons age 15 and younger (“youth hunter”) must be in the presence and under the direct supervision of a licensed or exempt hunter age 21 or older. A hunter supervising a youth hunter must hold all required licenses and permits.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge at 4 a.m. and must exit the refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset except during raccoon and frog hunts.
(iii) We allow hunting of waterfowl (ducks, teal, mergansers, coot, and geese), rail, and snipe, including under the Light Goose Conservation Order, only on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays ending at 12 p.m. (noon).
(iv) Each hunter must obtain a daily Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542). You must display the card in plain view on the dashboard of your vehicle so that the State-issued license number is readable. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must complete the card and deposit it at one of the refuge information stations. Include all game harvested, and if you harvest no game, report “0.” We prohibit hunters possessing more than one Harvest Report at a time.
(v) It is unlawful to hunt from or shoot into the 100-foot (30.5-meter) zone along either side of designated roads and parking lots.
(vi) We allow the use of dogs on the refuge when hunting migratory game birds and upland game. We prohibit the use of dogs during big game hunts.
(vii) You must remove decoys, blinds, boats, other personal property, and litter from the hunting area following each morning's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow no more than 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(ix) We allow the take of beavers, coyotes, nutria, and feral hogs during daylight hours only during any open season with weapons and ammunition legal for that season.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel, rabbit, nutria and raccoon on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (l)(1)(i), (ii), (iv), (v), and (ix) of this section apply.
(ii) All hunters using shotguns for small game must use approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (l)(1)(i), (ii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit dogs while hunting deer. We allow the use of dogs to hunt feral hog during designated hog seasons.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iv) We prohibit hunting or shooting across any open, fallow, or planted field.
(v) We allow valid permit holders to possess and hunt from one portable stand or blind on the refuge. You must permanently and legibly write your State hunting license number on all stands on the refuge. Stands left on the area do not reserve the hunting locations. You may place stands up to 7 days prior to the hunt, and you must remove them no more than 7 days after the refuge's deer season closes (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Ground blinds may not be placed within mowed trails.
(vi) Hunters using climbing tree stands must use a fall-arrest system manufactured to Treestand Manufacturer's Association standards.
(vii) We prohibit the use of buckshot on the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the use or possession of alcoholic beverages while fishing.
(ii) We prohibit possession or use of jugs, seines, nets, hand-grab baskets, slat traps/baskets, or any other similar devices.
(iii) We prohibit commercial fishing of any kind.
(iv) We only allow trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, crawfish traps, or any other similar devices for recreational use. You must tag or mark these devices with the angler's State fishing license number written in waterproof ink, legibly inscribed or legibly stamped on the tag. You must attend these devices a minimum of once every 24 hours. When not attended, you must remove them from the refuge (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We prohibit snagging or attempting to snag fish.
(vi) We allow frogging and crawfishing.
(m) Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, merganser, coot, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Each person age 16 or older who is hunting or fishing must possess a valid Theodore Roosevelt Complex Annual Public Use Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) All youth hunters age 15 and younger must be in the presence and direct supervision of a Mississippi licensed or exempt hunter, age 21 or older. One adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter.
(iii) Before hunting or fishing, all participants must display their Daily Visitor Information/Harvest Report Card (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) in plain view in their vehicle so that the required information is readable. You must return all cards upon completion of the activity and before leaving the refuge.
(iv) We prohibit all other public use on the refuge during all limited draw hunts.
(v) Valid permit holders may incidentally take opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria in any refuge hunt season with weapons legal for that hunt. Valid permit holders may incidentally take feral hog during deer hunts only.
(vi) We prohibit hunting or shooting into a 100-foot (30.5-meter (m)) zone along either side of pipelines, power line rights-of-way, designated roads, and trails, and around parking lots. It is considered hunting if you have a loaded weapon, if you have a nocked arrow while bow hunting, or if you are in an elevated tree stand or ground blind with a means to take, within these areas.
(vii) Hunters must remove all decoys, blind material, and harvested waterfowl from the area no later than 1 p.m. each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(viii) We allow the use of dogs for retrieving migratory birds.
(ix) We allow goose, duck, merganser, and coot hunting beginning 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(x) We limit waterfowl hunters to 25 shotshells per person in the field.
(xi) Limited draw hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information concerning that hunt to the refuge. Failure to return this permit will disqualify the hunter for any limited hunts the next year.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum, coyote, beaver, bobcat, and nutria on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (m)(1)(i) through (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs for hunting squirrel and raccoon, and for the February rabbit hunt.
(iii) We allow rabbit hunting on the Brown Tract of Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge that is managed by Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (m)(1)(i) through (vi) and (xi) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(iii) Hunting or shooting within or adjacent to open fields or tree plantations less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height must be from a stand a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) above the ground.
(iv) The refuge brochure provides deer check station locations and requirements. Prior to leaving the refuge, you must check all harvested deer at the nearest self-service check station (Harvest Report, FWS Form 3-2542) following the posted instructions.
(v) Hunters may possess and hunt from only one stand or blind. Hunters may place a deer stand or blind 48 hours prior to a hunt, and must remove it within 48 hours after each designated hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter), with the exception of closed areas where special regulations apply.
(vi) During designated muzzleloader hunts, we allow archery equipment and muzzleloaders loaded with a single projectile; we prohibit breech-loading firearms of any type.
(vii) Limited draw hunts require a Limited Hunt Permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) assigned by random computer drawing. At the end of the hunt, you must return the permit with information concerning the hunt to the refuge. Failure to return this permit will disqualify the hunter for any limited hunts the next year.
(viii) We allow white-tailed deer hunting on the Brown Tract of Theodore Roosevelt National Wildlife Refuge that is managed by Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
§ 32.44   Missouri.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: You must remove all your blinds, boats, and decoys from the refuge each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter), except for blinds made entirely of marsh vegetation.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: On the 131-acre mainland unit of Boone's Crossing, we allow upland game hunting with archery methods only. On Johnson Island, we allow hunting of game animals during Statewide seasons using archery methods or shotguns using shot no larger than BB.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow only portable tree stands from September 1 through January 31. Hunters must place their State Conservation number on their stands.
(ii) On the Boone's Crossing Unit, including Johnson Island, we allow deer and turkey hunters with archery methods only.
(iii) On the Cora Island Unit, we allow deer hunting with archery methods only. We restrict hunting for other game on this unit to shotgun only with shot no larger than BB.
(iv) For wild turkey hunting, you may use or possess only approved nontoxic shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: You must operate all motorized boats at no-wake speed.
(b) Clarence Cannon National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must register at the hunter sign-in/out station and record the sex and age of deer harvested on the Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542).
(ii) We prohibit shooting at deer that are on any portion of the main perimeter levee.
(iii) If you are assigned a specific blind location, you may hunt only from that location.
(iv) We allow use of portable stands, but hunters must remove them at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) You must remove all boats, blinds, blind materials, stands, platforms, scaffolds, and other hunting equipment from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the taking of turtle or frog (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow only boat fishing, except that we allow bank fishing during managed refuge special events.
(iii) Anglers must remove all boats and fishing equipment at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(c) Great River National Wildlife Refuge. Refer to § 32.32(e) for regulations.
(d) Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of light goose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting of light geese only during the spring conservation order season.
(ii) We require hunters to have a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-C), and all hunters must hunt with a guide.
(iii) We allow the guide and hunters into the hunt boundary up to 2 hours prior to legal shooting time.
(iv) Hunting ends at 1 p.m.
(v) We allow dogs while hunting, provided the dog is under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(vi) We allow portable blinds and decoys at the discretion of the guide.
(vii) We prohibit pit blinds.
(viii) We prohibit retrieving crippled geese outside of the hunt boundary, including adjacent private land. This includes retrieval by dogs.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a valid State-managed hunt unit permit to hunt deer on the refuge.
(ii) We allow only muzzleloader hunting.
(iii) We require hunters to check in and out of the refuge.
(iv) You must remove your stand(s) from the refuge at the end of the managed deer hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: You may take fish, amphibians, reptiles, and crustaceans only with a hand-held pole and line or rod and reel.
(e) Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge. Refer to § 32.32(i) for regulations.
(f) Mingo National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow waterfowl hunting in Pool 7 and Pool 8 subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs for waterfowl hunting, provided the dogs are under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(ii) We allow waterfowl hunting from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1 p.m.
(iii) You must remove boats, decoys, blinds, and blind materials brought onto the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(iv) We require hunters to go through the Missouri Department of Conservation daily draw process at Duck Creek Conservation Area to hunt in Pool 7 and Pool 8.
(v) We require hunters to read our refuge hunting brochure that contains a hunting permit (signed brochure). We require hunters to sign and carry the permit/brochure while hunting.
(vi) We allow the take of feral hog at any time, and bobcat when in season, while legally hunting others species on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, raccoon, and bobcat in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(v) and (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunter access from 1 1/2 hours before legal shooting time until 1 1/2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We require that all hunters complete a Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542) located at the exit kiosks prior to exiting the refuge.
(iv) We allow squirrel hunting from the State opening day until the day before the State opening of archery deer season.
(v) Archery hunters may take squirrel, raccoon, and bobcat while in season and feral hog anytime while archery deer hunting.
(vi) We allow raccoon hunting by special use permit during the Statewide raccoon season.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(iii), (v), and (vi) and (f)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We require that all hunters complete the Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542) located at the exit kiosks prior to exiting the refuge.
(iii) We allow archery hunting for deer and turkey during the fall season.
(iv) We allow spring turkey hunting. You may only use or possess approved nontoxic shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field, including shot shells used for hunting wild turkey.
(v) We allow archery hunting in the Expanded General Hunt Area through October 31.
(vi) We allow portable tree stands. You may place a portable tree stand no earlier than 2 weeks before the State archery deer season, and you must remove it no later than 2 weeks after the State archery deer season (see § 27.93 of this chapter), except that in the Expanded General Hunt Area, you must remove all personal property at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter). A tree stand left on the refuge must be labeled with hunter's conservation identification number.
(vii) We allow only one tree stand per deer hunter.
(viii) Hunters may use boats to access the hunt area.
(ix) We require hunters to apply for managed deer hunts through the Missouri Department of Conservation internet draw.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Except as provided under paragraph (f)(4)(ii) of this section, we allow fishing from March 1 through September 30, from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1/2 hour after legal sunset, on all refuge waters.
(ii) We allow fishing year-round from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset on Red Mill Pond, Mingo River (south of Ditch 6 Road), Stanley Creed, May Pond, Fox Pond, and Ditches 1, 2, 3, 6, 10, and 11.
(iii) We allow the use of electric trolling motors outside the Mingo Wilderness.
(iv) We require the removal of watercraft from the refuge at the end of each day's fishing activity (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) We allow anglers to take nongame fish by nets and seines for personal use only from March 1 through September 30.
(vi) Anglers must attend trammel and gill nets at all times and plainly label them with the angler's conservation identification (ID) number.
(vii) We only allow the use of trotlines, throwlines, limb lines, bank lines, and jug lines from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1/2 hour after legal sunset. Anglers must mark each line with their conservation ID number.
(viii) We allow the take of common snapping turtle and soft-shelled turtle using only pole and line. We require all anglers to immediately release all alligator snapping turtles.
(g) Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, dove, rail, snipe, and woodcock on the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require the Missouri Department of Conservation “Green Card” while hunting waterfowl.
(ii) We require Missouri Department of Conservation “White Cards” while dove hunting.
(iii) You must follow designated check-in and check-out procedures.
(iv) We only allow waterfowl hunting during designated days of the waterfowl seasons, late goose season, and Spring Conservation Order season.
(v) We restrict hunting hours to designated times on designated units. You must remove all equipment (see § 27.93 of this chapter) and exit units by 1 p.m.
(vi) During the Spring Conservation Order season, you may leave decoys and blinds overnight in your assigned unit.
(vii) You may hunt only in your assigned designated area. We assign designated areas to hunters at the check station.
(viii) We allow the use of dogs while hunting, provided the dog is under the immediate control of the hunter at all times.
(ix) We restrict hunting units to parties no larger than four, unless otherwise designated.
(x) We allow hand-pulled carts.
(xi) You must park vehicles in designated parking areas.
(xii) We prohibit hunting or shooting on, across, or within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a service road, parking lot, or designated trail.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (g)(1)(xii) of this section applies.
(ii) We allow shotguns, handguns, and rimfire .22 caliber rifles.
(iii) You may not access the refuge from neighboring private or public lands.
(iv) We restrict hunting use hours on designated hunting units.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(iii) and (g)(2)(iii) of this section apply.
(ii) For wild turkey hunting, you may use or possess only approved nontoxic shot shells (see § 32.2(k)) while in the field.
(iii) On the refuge, we allow hunting of white-tailed deer subject to the following conditions:
(A) We require a Missouri Department of Conservation Permit, along with Missouri Department of Conservation hunter identification tags and parking permits (name/address/phone number), to hunt during the managed deer hunt.
(B) You must participate in a pre-hunt orientation for managed deer hunts.
(C) You must hunt in designated areas during designated times.
(D) We allow entry onto the refuge 1 hour prior to shooting hours during managed deer hunts. You must be off the refuge 1 hour after shooting hours, unless the refuge manager or designee has given you permission to stay on the refuge until a later time.
(E) We prohibit shooting from, across, or within 100 feet (30.5 meters (m)) of a service road, public road, parking lot, or designated trail unless authorized by the refuge manager.
(F) We allow use of portable tree stands and blinds during managed deer hunts, and you must remove them at designated times (see § 27.93 of this chapter). You must attach your conservation identification number to all stands and blinds. During managed firearms hunts, you must mark enclosed hunting blinds and stands with hunter orange visible from all sides.
(G) During special hunts, one nonhunting assistant may accompany youth or hunters with disabilities.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing on the refuge only during refuge open hours.
(ii) The Taylor Point area of Elk Creek is open to fishing year-round during daylight hours. Anglers may access this area by a refuge road (FHWA Route 100) off of State Highway E.
(iii) We allow only nonmotorized boats on refuge waters, except that anglers may use motor boats on the Silver Lake impoundment. No wake applies to all waters on the refuge.
(iv) Anglers must remove all boats from the refuge at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(h) Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge. Refer to § 32.32(k) for regulations.
§ 32.45   Montana.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, swan, and coot in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to enter and remain in open hunting areas 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) Hunters with a documented mobility disability may reserve an accessible blind in advance by contacting the refuge office.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, and gray partridge in designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The condition set forth at paragraph (a)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(b) Benton Lake Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow the hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, gray partridge, coyote, skunk, red fox, raccoon, hare, rabbit, and tree squirrel on designated areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the district.
(c) Black Coulee National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: You must remove all boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials brought onto the refuge for blind construction by legal sunset each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Fox and coyote hunters may only use centerfire rifles, rimfire rifles, or shotguns with approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated portions of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to leave portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms on the refuge from August 15 through December 15.
(ii) You must visibly mark portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms with your automated licensing system (ALS) number.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Bowdoin National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must possess and carry a refuge Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) to hunt fox and coyotes.
(ii) Fox and coyote hunters may only use centerfire rifles, rimfire rifles, or shotguns with approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)).
(iii) Any person hunting or accompanying a hunter must wear a minimum of 400 square inches (2,581 square centimeters) of hunter orange (fluorescent) material above the waist, visible at all times.
(3)-(4) [Reserved]
(e) Bowdoin Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following conditions:
(i) You may leave portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms on waterfowl production areas (WPAs) from August 15 through December 15.
(ii) You must label portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms with your automated licensing system (ALS) number. The label must be legible from the ground.
(iii) We only allow the use of archery, muzzleloader (as governed by State regulations), or shotgun on the McNeil Slough WPA and Hammond WPA.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the district.
(f) Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game birds, turkey, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow coyote hunting from the first day of antelope rifle season through March 1 annually.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, pronghorn, white-tailed deer, mule deer, and mountain lion on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of portable blinds and stands.
(ii) We limit each hunter to three stands or blinds. The hunter must have their automated licensing system (ALS) number visibly marked on the stand(s) or blind(s).
(iii) You may install portable stands and blinds no sooner than August 1, and you must remove them by December 15 of each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) Mountain lion hunting will follow State-established dates for the archery-only and fall seasons.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(g) Charles M. Russell Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove all watercraft and personal equipment following each day of hunting (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game bird hunting on designated areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove your tree stand(s) from the refuge after each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: Anglers must remove all motor boats and other personal equipment at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(h) Creedman Coulee National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(i) Hailstone National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow only upland game bird hunting on designated areas of the refuge.
(3)-(4) [Reserved]
(j) Hewitt Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: You must remove all boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials brought onto the refuge for blind construction by legal sunset each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated portions of the refuge subject to the following condition: Fox and coyote hunters may use only centerfire rifles, rim-fire rifles, or shotguns with approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to leave portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms on the refuge from August 15 through December 15.
(ii) You must visibly mark portable tree stands, portable blinds, and freestanding elevated platforms with your automated licensing system (ALS) number.
(4) [Reserved]
(k) Lake Mason National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(l) Lake Thibadeau National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, swan, sandhill crane, and mourning dove on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, gray partridge, fox, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(m) Lamesteer National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Hunters must obtain landowner permission before hunting on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Hunters must obtain landowner permission before hunting on the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Hunters must obtain landowner permission before hunting on the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Anglers must obtain landowner permission before fishing on the refuge.
(n) Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must hunt from an established blind.
(ii) Legal entry time into the hunting area is no earlier than 2 hours before legal shooting hours. All hunters must exit the hunting area no later than 2 hours after legal shooting hours.
(iii) We prohibit wildlife observation, scouting, and loitering during waterfowl hunting season at the waterfowl hunting area parking lot and on the refuge road leading to the waterfowl hunting area parking lot.
(iv) We close the waterfowl hunting area to waterfowl hunting on Mondays and Thursdays.
(v) Each hunter must set the appropriate blind selector (metal flip tag) before and after hunting.
(vi) We prohibit attempting to “reserve” a blind for use later in the day by depositing a vehicle or other equipment on the refuge. A hunter must be physically present in the hunting area in order to use a blind. The exceptions are blinds 2 and 7, which may be reserved for hunters with disabilities.
(vii) No more than four hunters or individuals may use a blind at one time.
(viii) You must conduct all hunting from within the hunting blind.
(ix) All hunters must have a visible means of retrieving waterfowl such as a float tube, waders, or a dog capable of retrieving.
(x) We prohibit falconry hunting.
(xi) We allow the use of a portable ground blind within the immediate mowed area around field blind #13.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit wildlife observation, scouting, and loitering at access points and parking areas.
(ii) Hunters may only enter the hunt area 2 hours prior to legal hunting hours and must exit no later than 2 hours after legal hunting hours.
(iii) We allow archery hunting in the waterfowl hunting area in September, except during the youth waterfowl hunt weekend. We will allow archery hunting on Mondays and Thursdays in the waterfowl hunting area during waterfowl hunting season.
(iv) We allow the use of portable tree stands or ground blinds. You must attach a tag displaying the owner's automated licensing system (ALS) number to each tree stand and/or ground blind you place on the refuge.
(v) Hunters may not enter or retrieve deer from closed areas of the refuge without the consent of an authorized official.
(vi) Hunters with a documented mobility disability may access designated locations in the hunting area to hunt from ground blinds. To access these areas, hunters must contact the refuge manager in advance to obtain a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G).
(vii) We prohibit organized drives. We define a “drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause game to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the game.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(o) Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge —(1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of turkey and mountain grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow use of riding or pack stock on designated access routes through the refuge to access off-refuge lands as identified in the public use leaflet.
(ii) We prohibit retrieval of game in areas closed to hunting without a refuge retrieval permit.
(iii) We allow portable or temporary blinds and tree stands.
(iv) You may only use or possess nontoxic shot shells while in the field (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, white-tailed deer, and mule deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (o)(2)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) Persons assisting disabled hunters must not be afield with a hunting firearm, bow, or other hunting device.
(4) [Reserved]
(p) Medicine Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, duck, goose, sandhill crane, tundra swan, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, partridge, sharp-tailed grouse, coyote, red fox, and white-tailed jackrabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow hunting of coyote, red fox, and white-tailed jackrabbit during daylight hours from November 15 through March 31.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and antelope on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(q) Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge as governed by joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of lead or lead-based tackle.
(r) Northeast Montana Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: You must remove boats, decoys, portable blinds, other personal property, and any materials brought onto the area for blind construction at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated areas of the district.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunters to leave portable tree stands and freestanding elevated platforms on waterfowl production areas (WPAs) from August 25 through February 15.
(ii) You must label portable tree stands and freestanding elevated platforms with your automated licensing system (ALS) number so that the number is legible from the ground.
(4) [Reserved]
(s) Northwest Montana Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district as governed by State law (Flathead County waterfowl production areas (WPAs)) and joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe (Lake County WPAs), subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must remove all boats, decoys, portable blinds (including those made of native materials), boat blinds, and all other personal property at the end of each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow the use of hunting dogs when hunting.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated areas of the district as governed by State law (Flathead County WPAs) and joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe (Lake County WPAs), subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit hunting with a shotgun capable of holding more than three shells.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (t)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district as follows:
(i) We allow big game hunting on Flathead County WPAs as governed by State law and subject to the following conditions:
(A) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (t)(1)(i) and (t)(2)(i) of this section apply.
(B) We restrict hunting on Flathead, Blasdel, and Batavia WPAs to hunting with archery equipment, shotgun, traditional handgun, muzzleloader, or crossbow only.
(ii) We allow big game hunting on Lake County WPAs as governed by joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on all WPAs throughout the district as governed by State law (Flathead County WPAs) and joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe (Lake County WPAs).
(t) Pablo National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge as governed by joint State and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for non-members and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal regulations for members of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribe subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of lead or lead-based lures or sinkers.
(u) Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must remove all blinds, decoys, shell casings, and other personal equipment from the refuge each day (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(ii) We prohibit the use of motorized decoys.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, elk, moose, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We limit the number of hunters per day during the general big game season for the area north of South Valley Road, south of Red Rock River Mash, and west of Upper Red Rock Lake to the west refuge boundary. We close this area to hunting by other big game hunters during the general big game season. We select the hunters per day by annual lottery.
(ii) You may hire outfitters or ranchers for the retrieval of big game only.
(iii) We prohibit use of wheeled game carts or other mechanical transportation devices for game retrieval on portions of the refuge designated as Wilderness Area.
(iv) We prohibit horses north of South Valley Road except for the retrieval of big game. We only allow horses for back-country access to the Centennial Mountains south of South Valley Road. We require the use of certified weed-free hay or pellets in refuge parking lots and on refuge roads or trails.
(v) We prohibit hunting and/or shooting from or onto refuge lands from within 50 yards (45 meters) of the centerline of any public road open to motorized vehicles.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You may only use pole and line or rod and reel to fish on the refuge.
(ii) We prohibit the use of felt-soled wading boots on all refuge waters.
(iii) We prohibit the use or possession of lead sinkers or any lead fishing product while fishing.
(v) Swan River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs while hunting migratory birds.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of bear, elk, white-tailed deer, and mule deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of portable blinds and stands.
(ii) We limit each hunter to one stand or blind. The hunter must have their automated licensing system (ALS) number visibly marked on the stand or blind.
(iii) You may install portable stands and blinds no sooner than August 1, and you must remove them by December 15 of each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We prohibit hunting of black bear during the State spring season.
(v) We prohibit hunting bear with dogs.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(w) UL Bend National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game birds and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow coyote hunting from the first day of antelope rifle season through March 1 annually.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, pronghorn, white-tailed deer, mule deer, and mountain lion on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of portable blinds and stands.
(ii) We limit each hunter to three stands or blinds. The hunter must have their automated licensing system (ALS) number visibly marked on the stand(s) or blind(s).
(iii) You may install portable stands and blinds no sooner than August 1, and you must remove them by December 15 of each year (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) Mountain lion hunting will follow State-established dates for the archery-only and fall seasons.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(x) War Horse National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory game birds on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of upland game birds on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of big game on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
§ 32.46   Nebraska.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset along the immediate shoreline and including the high bank of the Missouri River. You may access the hunting area by water or, if by land, only within the public use area of the Island Unit.
(ii) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The refuge manager will annually determine and publish hunting season dates and include them in the refuge access permit (signed brochure).
(ii) You must possess and carry a refuge access permit (signed brochure) at all times while in the hunting area.
(iii) We allow hunters in the designated areas from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) We allow two portable tree stands/blinds per hunter within the hunt area. Of those, only one stand/blind can be left on the refuge from 1 week prior to the start of the designated hunt season to 1 week after the end of the designated hunt season.
(v) You must plainly label unattended stands and blinds with the full name and/or hunting license number of the owner. Labels must be visible from ground level.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow personally attended hook and line fishing and archery fishing (rough fish only) from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit the use of trotlines, float lines, bank lines, or setlines.
(iii) We prohibit digging or seining for bait.
(iv) We prohibit the take or possession of turtles or frogs (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(v) Anglers may use no more than two lines and two hooks per line.
(b) Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dove, duck, goose, merganser, rail, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs.
(iii) We open the refuge to hunting from September 1 through March 15.
(iv) We prohibit publicly organized hunts unless authorized under a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-C).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail and jack rabbit, coyote, porcupine, prairie dog, State-defined furbearers, ring-necked pheasant, and prairie grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) through (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow electronic calls for coyote and furbearer hunting.
(iii) Coyotes and all furbearers or their parts, if left in the field, must be left at least 50 yards away from any road, trail, or building. Otherwise, hunters must remove them from the refuge.
(iv) Shooting hours are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i), (iii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and remain until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We open Blue, Smith, Crane, and Island Lake to fishing year-round. We close all other refuge lakes to fishing.
(iii) We prohibit leaving temporary shelters used for fishing overnight on the refuge.
(c) Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dark goose, dove, duck, light goose, rail, snipe, teal, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters and anglers may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow access from designated areas of the refuge.
(iii) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting August 1 through April 30.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of badger, bobcat, coyote, fox, long-tailed weasel, mink, opossum, prairie dog, porcupine, rabbit, hare, raccoon, skunk, squirrel, woodchuck, State-defined furbearers, greater prairie chicken, grouse, partridge, pheasant, quail, and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting with muzzleloader, archery, shotgun, and falconry.
(iii) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)).
(iv) Shooting hours for coyote, prairie dog, porcupine, woodchuck, and State-defined furbearers are 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, elk, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting only with muzzleloader and archery equipment.
(iii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used from August 16 through January 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on Minnechaduza Creek and on the Niobrara River, downstream from the Cornell Dam, subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit the use of limb or set lines.
(iii) We prohibit the take of baitfish, reptiles, and amphibians.
(iv) We prohibit use or possession of alcoholic beverages while fishing on refuge lands and waters.
(d) John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dark goose, dove, duck, light goose, merganser, rail, snipe, teal, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) We allow the use of dogs August 1 through April 31.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of badger, bobcat, coyote, fox, long-tailed weasel, mink, opossum, prairie dog, porcupine, rabbit, hare, raccoon, skunk, squirrel, woodchuck, State-defined furbearers, greater prairie chicken, grouse, partridge, pheasant, quail, and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) and (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)).
(iii) Shooting hours for coyote, prairie dog, porcupine, woodchuck, and State-defined furbearers are 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, elk, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used from August 16 through January 31.
(4) [Reserved]
(e) North Platte National Wildlife Refuge. (1) [Reserved]
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow youth hunting of pheasant, porcupine, prairie dog, rabbit, State-defined furbearers, squirrel, turkey, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We close the Lake Alice Unit to all public entry from November 1 through January 14, and we close the Minatare and Winters Creek Units to all public entry from October 15 through January 14.
(ii) Hunters must be 15 years of age or younger (“youth hunters”). A licensed hunter 19 years of age or older (“adult guide”) must accompany youth hunters. Adult guides must not hunt or carry firearms.
(iii) We close the refuge to public use from legal sunset to legal sunrise. Youth hunters and adult guides may enter the designated hunting area 1 hour prior to legal sunrise.
(iv) We allow the use of dogs for hunting upland game.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow archery hunting of mule deer and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (e)(2)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) We close the refuge to public use from legal sunset to legal sunrise. However, archery deer hunters may enter the designated hunting area 1 hour prior to legal sunrise and remain until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(f) Rainwater Basin Wetland Management District —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow migratory game bird hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting, except that we prohibit hunting with dogs from May 1 to July 31.
(ii) We prohibit exercising, running, or training dogs from May 1 to July 31.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow upland game hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow big game hunting on designated areas of the district subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the district.
(g) Valentine National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of coot, crow, dove, dark goose, duck, light goose, merganser, rail, snipe, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunter access from 2 hours before legal sunrise to 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs.
(iii) We prohibit shooting from a motor vehicle or across any refuge roadway or right-of-way.
(iv) You must remove all blinds and decoys at the conclusion of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of cottontail rabbit, coyote, partridge, prairie chicken, quail, ring-neck pheasant, State-defined furbearers, sharp-tailed grouse, squirrel, and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow coyote and State-defined furbearer hunting from September 1 to March 31. Shooting hours are 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the use of dogs to hunt coyotes.
(iv) We prohibit the use of bait to hunt coyotes.
(v) You may only possess nontoxic shot when hunting turkey (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of elk, white-tailed deer, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow portable tree stands and ground blinds to be used from August 16 through January 31.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may enter the refuge 1 hour before legal sunrise and remain 1 1/2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit the take of reptiles, amphibians, and minnows (see § 27.21 of this chapter), with the exception that you may take bullfrogs on refuge lakes open to fishing.
§ 32.47   Nevada.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We only allow motorless boats or boats with electric motors on the refuge hunting area during the migratory waterfowl hunting season.
(ii) We open the refuge to the public from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail and rabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The condition set forth at paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of this section applies.
(3)-(4) [Reserved]
(b) Desert National Wildlife Refuge.
(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting on designated days.
(ii) You may not possess more than 25 shot shells while in the field once you have left your vehicle.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of chukar and quail on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bighorn sheep on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We require bighorn sheep guides to obtain a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-C) prior to taking clients onto the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(c) Fallon National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, swan, coot, merganser, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow motorized and nonmotorized boats for hunting.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting game birds.
(iii) We allow overnight stays while hunting subject to the following conditions:
(A) You may stay overnight only at designated sites within the refuge boundary.
(B) We limit overnight stays to 4 consecutive nights at one location, and to 12 consecutive nights on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, turkey, badger, beaver, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(ii) and (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow artificial lighting for hunting coyotes.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer and pronghorn on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The condition set forth at paragraph (c)(1)(iii) of this section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, coot, moorhen, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting on designated days. We prohibit any migratory game bird hunting after January 31.
(ii) We only allow motorless boats or boats with electric motors on the refuge hunting area during the migratory waterfowl hunting season.
(iii) From October 1 to February 1, you may only be in possession of or use 25 or fewer shot shells per hunt day.
(iv) We only allow hunters to use watercraft to travel to and from their hunting location for each day's hunt. Watercraft must be completely immobilized while hunting, except to retrieve downed or crippled birds.
(v) We prohibit shooting 150 feet (45 meters) from the center line of roads (including access roads and two tracks), parking areas, levees, or into or from safety zones.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail and rabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting on designated days.
(ii) We allow hunting of jackrabbits only during the State cottontail season.
(iii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(iii) and (iv) of this section apply.
(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow fishing year-round, except that we close the North Marsh to all fishing from October 1 through February 1.
(e) Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of dark goose, duck, coot, moorhen, and common snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may access the refuge from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) Hunters must remove all blind materials and decoys following each day's hunt.
(2)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Anglers may access the refuge from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(ii) We allow fishing by wading and from personal flotation devices (float tubes) and bank fishing in designated areas.
(iii) You may use only artificial lures in the Collection Ditch and adjoining spring ponds.
(iv) We prohibit the possession of live or dead bait fish, any amphibians (including frogs), and crayfish on the refuge.
(f) Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow only portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed of synthetic material.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, grouse, and chukar on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, antelope, and bighorn sheep on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow ground blinds, and you must not construct them earlier than 1 week prior to the opening day of the legal season for which you have a valid State-issued hunting permit.
(ii) You must remove blinds within 24 hours of harvesting an animal or at the end of the permittee's legal season (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iii) You must label blinds with your State hunting license and permit numbers.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(g) Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose, duck, swan, coot, merganser, snipe, and dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting game birds.
(ii) We allow overnight stays while hunting subject to the following conditions:
(A) You may stay overnight only at designated sites within the refuge boundary.
(B) We limit overnight stays to 4 consecutive nights at one location, and to 12 consecutive nights on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, turkey, badger, beaver, and coyote on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Approved methods of take include shotgun and federally approved non-lead shot, bow and arrow, and falconry.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iii) The condition set forth at paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this section applies.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer and pronghorn on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Approved methods of take include shotgun, muzzle-loading rifle, and bow and arrow.
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this section applies.
(4) [Reserved]
§ 32.48   New Hampshire.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) You must access waterfowl hunting areas by boat launched from off-refuge sites only. We prohibit overland access through the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit hunters from discharging a bow and arrow within 15 feet (4.5 meters), or a firearm within 200 feet (61 meters), of the traveled portion of, or across, any refuge roads or trails.
(ii) We allow hunting for deer during a 2-day hunt during the first weekend of the State's firearms season subject to the following conditions:
(A) We require hunters to have a lottery-issued refuge firearms deer hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) and to possess it at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(B) We allow scouting during the week prior to the first day of the firearms deer hunt.
(C) Hunters must check-in with refuge personnel prior to entering the refuge, and must check out with refuge personnel when exiting the refuge.
(D) Hunters must register harvested deer at the refuge check station, if a refuge check station is offered.
(E) Hunters must wear a minimum of 400 square inches (2,581 square centimeters) of solid-colored, blaze-orange clothing or material, in a visible manner on the head, chest, and back.
(iii) We allow archery deer and archery turkey hunting during the fall season subject to the following conditions:
(A) We require hunters to have a lottery-issued refuge hunt permit (Big/Upland Game Hunt Application, FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) and to possess it at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(B) We allow scouting during the week prior to the season opening.
(C) We prohibit archery hunting during the 2-day deer firearms hunt, unless the hunter possesses the appropriate firearms deer hunt permit.
(iv) We allow turkey hunting during the spring season subject to the following conditions: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(3)(iii)(A) and (B) of this section apply.
(4) [Reserved]
(b) Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, coot, Wilson's snipe, and American woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations, except dog training is only allowed from August 1 through the last Saturday in September during daylight hours.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, raccoon, woodchuck, red squirrel, eastern gray squirrel, porcupine, skunk, crow, snowshoe hare, muskrat, opossum, fisher, mink, weasel, ring-necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations, except dog training is only allowed from August 1 through the last Saturday in September during daylight hours.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, moose, black bear, and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations, except dog training is only allowed from August 1 through the last Saturday in September during daylight hours.
(ii) We allow tree stands and blinds that are clearly marked with the owner's State hunting license number.
(iii) You must remove your tree stand(s) and blind(s) no later than 72 hours after the close of the season (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(c) Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, snipe, coot, crow, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of fox, raccoon, woodchuck, squirrel, porcupine, skunk, snowshoe hare, ring-necked pheasant, and ruffed grouse on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit night hunting from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of bear, white-tailed deer, coyote, wild turkey, and moose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) Hunters must retrieve all species harvested on the refuge.
(iii) We allow temporary blinds and tree stands that are clearly marked with the owner's State hunting license number. You may erect temporary blinds and tree stands no earlier than 14 days prior to the hunting season, and you must remove them within 14 days after the hunting season (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
§ 32.49   New Jersey.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Cape May National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of light goose, dark goose, duck, sea duck, gallinule, coot, rail, snipe, crow, and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) The snipe and crow season on the refuge begins with the start of the State woodcock south zone season and continues through the end of the State snipe and crow seasons.
(iii) We prohibit falconry.
(iv) We prohibit night hunting from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, woodchuck, rabbit, squirrel, and pheasant on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (iii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow woodchuck hunting from the beginning of the State woodcock south zone season until the end of the State rabbit season.
(iii) Coyote, fox, rabbit, squirrel, and pheasant seasons open at the beginning of the State woodcock south zone season and close in accordance with the State seasons for each species.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i), (iii), and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) Tree stands must be marked with the owner's New Jersey conservation identification number.
(iii) We allow turkey hunting during the State fall season.
(iv) We require the use of nontoxic ammunition for turkey hunting.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow saltwater sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from 1 hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour after legal sunset.
(ii) We close the Atlantic Ocean portion of the Two Mile Beach Unit annually to all access, including fishing, between April 1 and September 30.
(iii) We prohibit fishing for, or possession of, crab or shellfish on refuge lands.
(b) Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, coot, moorhen, and rail on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require hunters to possess a signed refuge hunt permit (Migratory Bird Hunt Application FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (b)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) You must mark deer stands with the hunter's New Jersey Conservation Identification Number. You must remove deer stands from the refuge at the end of the last day of the hunting season (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of lead fishing tackle on the refuge.
(c) Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of Canada goose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) Hunters must obtain a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439), and possess the signed refuge permit at all times while hunting or scouting on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote and fox on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We only allow the incidental take of coyote and fox during the refuge deer and turkey hunts.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require the use of nontoxic shot while hunting wild turkey.
(ii) We allow hunters to use sleds to retrieve deer in the Wilderness Area east of Long Hill/New Vernon Road. We prohibit wheeled game carriers in the Wilderness Area.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of light goose, dark goose, duck, sea duck, gallinule, coot, crow, rail, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) We prohibit falconry.
(iii) We prohibit night hunting from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, woodchuck, rabbit, squirrel, and pheasant on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow woodchuck hunting only during the State coyote and fox seasons.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(ii) and (iii) of this section apply.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (d)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We require the use of nontoxic ammunition for turkey hunting.
(iii) We allow archery hunting for white-tailed deer during all six State Deer Management Zone 63 seasons and on youth hunting days.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We prohibit the taking of frogs and turtles from all nontidal waters and refuge lands (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(ii) We allow fishing in designated nontidal waters from 1 hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit bow fishing in nontidal waters.
(iv) We prohibit fishing for, or possession of, crab and shellfish on refuge lands.
(e) Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System). We require hunters to possess a signed refuge hunt permit at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting time and must leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of coyote, fox, crow, ruffed grouse, opossum, raccoon, pheasant, chukar, rabbit/hare/jackrabbit, squirrel, and woodchuck on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit night hunting from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, bear, and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (e)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iii) We require the use of nontoxic ammunition for turkey hunting.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) At Owens Station Crossing and Hidden Ponds fishing areas, we allow catch-and-release fishing only.
(ii) We allow fishing from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the taking of amphibians and reptiles (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(iv) We prohibit minnow and bait trapping.
§ 32.50   New Mexico.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of goose; duck; coot; mourning and white-winged dove; and sandhill crane on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We restrict hunting in the Middle Tract to the following times:
(A) You may hunt only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during the period when the State seasons that apply to the Middle Tract area are open.
(B) You may hunt only until 1 p.m. on each hunt day.
(ii) On the South Tract, we allow hunting only during special hunts (hunters with disabilities and/or youth hunters age 17 and younger).
(iii) You must remove all waterfowl decoys and all temporary blinds/stands after each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of pheasant, quail (scaled, Gambel's, northern bobwhite, and Montezuma), Eurasian collared-dove, desert cottontail, and black-tailed jackrabbit on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow rabbit hunting on the North Tract only during the season that is concurrently open for quail hunting within the State.
(ii) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) and (ii) of this section apply.
(iii) We allow Eurasian collared-dove hunting on the North Tract only during the season that is concurrently open for dove hunting within the State.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer, white-tailed deer, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters may take feral hog (no bag limit) only while legally hunting deer and only with the weapon legal for deer on that day in that area.
(ii) You must remove all temporary blinds/stands after each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) [Reserved]
(b) Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove, white-winged dove, and light goose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow hunting of light goose in the North Special Hunt Area on dates to be determined by refuge staff. Hunters must possess a permit available through a lottery drawing (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(ii) Hunting hours for mourning and white-winged dove are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to legal sunset. Hunting hours for light goose are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 12:00 p.m. (noon) Mountain Time.
(iii) You must remove all spent shells and all other personal equipment at the end of each day's hunt (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(iv) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(v) We prohibit falconry on the refuge.
(vi) We allow the use of horses and pack stock in support of hunting in the East Hunt Unit only.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of scaled, Gambel's, northern bobwhite, and Montezuma quail; cottontail rabbit; black-tailed jackrabbit; and Eurasian collared-dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(iv) through (vi) of this section apply.
(ii) Hunting hours are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 after legal sunset.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of mule deer, javelina, oryx, and bearded Rio Grande turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (b)(1)(vi) and (b)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow hunting of bearded Rio Grande turkey for youth hunters in the North Special Hunt Area and South Special Hunt Area during the State-established youth hunt and on weekends April through May during the State-established general spring turkey hunt. All hunters must fill out FWS Form 3-2439 (Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) and pay a fee. The permit is available through a lottery drawing. If selected, you must carry your refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439) at all times during the hunt.
(iii) We allow hunting of bearded Rio Grande turkey on the Bajada Hunt Unit, East Hunt Unit, and West Hunt Unit during the general spring turkey season only, as defined by the State. You may take bearded Rio Grande turkey only with a method allowed within each refuge hunt unit.
(iv) We allow incidental take of feral hog by those legally licensed for, and participating in, other big game hunting activities. You may take feral hog only with a method allowed within each refuge hunt unit. We prohibit the use of dogs for this activity.
(v) In the Bajada Hunt Unit, we restrict the methods of take to bow and arrow, crossbow, and muzzleloader or muzzleloading shotguns only, as defined by the State. In the East Hunt Unit and West Hunt Unit, we allow any legal weapon during State big game hunting designated dates.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from April 1 through September 30.
(ii) We allow fishing from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit trotlines, bow fishing, seining, dip netting, and traps.
(iv) We allow frogging for bullfrog on the refuge in areas that are open to fishing. We allow the use of hook and line, spears, gigs, and archery equipment to take bullfrog.
(c) Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning and white-winged dove and goose on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(ii) Hunters must possess a permit (FWS Form 3-2439).
(iii) We allow the hunting of dove from September 1 to September 30.
(iv) We allow the hunting of goose on dates to be determined by refuge staff.
(v) Shooting hours for geese are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1 p.m. local time.
(vi) We assign an aggregate bag limit for geese.
(vii) We prohibit falconry on the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of Eurasian collared-dove, desert cottontail, and Eastern cottontail on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (c)(1)(i), (ii), and (vii) of this section apply.
(ii) We allow the hunting of Eurasian collared-dove and cottontail rabbits from September 1 to September 30.
(iii) We allow only shotgun, muzzleloading shotgun firing shot, bow and arrow, and crossbow for hunting.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow youth elk hunts on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must attend a refuge hunter orientation before hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may be accompanied by a maximum of two non-hunting guests.
(iii) Hunters are assigned a hunt unit.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing from noon March 1 through October 31.
(ii) We allow boats on Lake 13 only during the fishing season; boats must travel at trolling speed only.
(e) San Andres National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of oryx or gemsbok ( Oryx gazella ) and desert bighorn sheep ( Ovis canadensis mexicana ) on designated areas of the refuge as governed by White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) regulations subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters using livestock ( i.e., horses or mules) must provide only certified weed-free feed to their animals while on the refuge. You must feed livestock weed-free feed exclusively for 3 days prior to arrival on the refuge.
(ii) We allow all-terrain vehicle (ATV) use by hunters or members of their hunting party, for game retrieval only. ATVs must remain on designated roads. All vehicles, including trailers and ATVs, must be cleaned of mud, vegetation, and other debris prior to use on the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(f) Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of mourning dove, white-winged dove, goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) In Units A and B, legal hunting hours begin from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise and will not extend past 1 p.m. on each hunt day. Hunters may access Units A and B from 1 hour before legal sunrise until 1 hour after legal sunset.
(ii) In Unit B, we allow waterfowl hunting from designated blinds only.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(iv) In Units A and B, the Cornerstone Marsh Unit and Pintail blind, we require a Mobility-Impaired Certification (per Mobility-Impaired Certification in the State hunting rules and information pamphlet).
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of Gambel's quail and Eurasian collared-dove on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (f)(1)(iii) and (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) In the Rio Puerco Unit, legal hunting hours will run from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(iii) We allow falcons to hunt dove in the Rio Puerco Unit only.
(iv) We open to Eurasian collared-dove hunting only during the State South Zone mourning and white-winged dove season.
(3)-(4) [Reserved]
§ 32.51   New York.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Amagansett National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We seasonally close the refuge to sport fishing from April 1 to August 31.
(b) Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge.
(c) Great Thicket National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of wild turkey, white-tailed deer, and black bear on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain a refuge hunting permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System). We require hunters to possess a signed refuge hunting permit at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We prohibit the use of dogs.
(iii) Hunters may access the refuge 2 hours before legal sunrise and must leave no later than 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten deer into moving in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(v) We only allow archery hunting.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, rail, coot, gallinule, woodcock, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) For hunting of duck, goose, and coot:
(A) We allow hunting on Saturday of the New York State Youth Days.
(B) We allow hunting Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during the regular waterfowl season, excluding opening day of deer firearms season.
(C) We require proof of successful completion of the New York State waterfowl identification course, the Iroquois nonresident waterfowl identification course, or a suitable nonresident State waterfowl identification course. All hunters must show proof of successful course completion each time they hunt.
(D) We require a refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System).
(E) We allow hunting from legal starting time until 12 p.m. (noon). We require hunters to return a completed Harvest Report (FWS Form 3-2542) no later than 1 p.m. on the day of the hunt.
(F) Hunters must remain in designated hunting areas, unless actively pursuing downed or crippled birds.
(iii) For hunting of rail, gallinule, snipe, and woodcock, we allow hunting during the State seasons east of Sour Springs Road by all hunters, except we close rail, gallinule, snipe and woodcock hunting during refuge waterfowl hunt days to hunters without a refuge waterfowl permit.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of ruffed grouse, gray squirrel, cottontail rabbit, pheasant, coyote, fox, raccoon, skunk, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) For small game hunting:
(A) We allow hunting from opening day of the State season until the last day of February.
(B) We prohibit the use of raptors to take small game.
(iii) For furbearer hunting, we prohibit hunting from legal sunset to legal sunrise.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a refuge permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) for spring turkey hunting.
(ii) The condition set forth at paragraph (d)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and frogging on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing and frogging from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(ii) We prohibit collecting fish for use as bait.
(e) Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of waterfowl, Canada goose, snow goose, and gallinule on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(ii) For the regular waterfowl season and October through January season for Canada goose:
(A) We require daily refuge permits (FWS Form 3-2542) and reservations; we issue permits to hunters with a reservation for that hunt day. Permits may become available on a first-come/first-served, self-serve basis during New York State's second split, subject to hunting conditions and the refuge manager's discretion. We require you to complete and return your permit by the end of the hunt day.
(B) We allow hunting only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during the established refuge season set within the State western zone season, and during New York State's established special hunts, which can occur any day of the week as set by the State. Veteran and active military hunters may be accompanied by a qualified non-hunting companion (qualified companions must be of legal hunting age and possess a valid hunting license, Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (as known as “Federal Duck Stamp”), and Harvest Information Program (HIP) number).
(C) All hunters with reservations and their hunting companions must check-in at the Route 89 Hunter Check Station area at least 1 hour before legal shooting time or forfeit their reservation. Hunters may not enter the refuge/Hunter Check Station area earlier than 2 hours before legal sunrise.
(D) We allow motorless boats to hunt waterfowl. We limit hunters to one boat per reservation and one motor vehicle in the hunt area per reservation.
(E) We prohibit shooting from within 500 feet (152 meters) of the Tschache Pool observation tower.
(F) We require proof of successful completion of the New York State waterfowl identification course, the Montezuma nonresident waterfowl identification course, or a suitable nonresident State waterfowl identification course. All hunters must show proof of successful course completion each time they hunt.
(G) You may hunt gallinule and Canada goose on refuge areas designated for the regular waterfowl season only during the regular waterfowl season.
(iii) For Canada goose in September and snow goose hunting:
(A) We allow hunting of Canada goose during the New York State September season and hunting of snow goose during portions of the New York State snow goose season and portions of the period covered by the Light Goose Conservation Order.
(B) You must possess a valid daily hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2542). We require you to complete and return the daily hunt permit card by the end of the hunt day.
(C) For snow goose hunting, hunters may enter the refuge/Hunter Check Station area no earlier than 4 hours before legal sunrise. For Canada goose hunting, hunters may enter the refuge/Hunter Check Station area no earlier than 2 hours before legal sunrise.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit and squirrel on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (e)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) You must possess a valid daily hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2542) and are required to complete and return the daily hunt permit card by the end of each hunt day.
(iii) We allow upland game hunters to access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) We require the use of approved non-lead shot for upland game hunting (see § 32.2(k)).
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The condition set forth at paragraph (e)(1)(i) of this section applies.
(ii) You must possess a valid daily hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2542). We require you to complete and return the daily hunt permit card by the end of the hunt day.
(iii) We allow white-tailed deer and turkey hunters to access the refuge from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) We allow youth and special big game hunts during New York State's established youth and special big game hunts each year.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow access for fishing from designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We prohibit the use of lead fishing tackle.
(f) Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Anglers may fish from the refuge shoreline at Mill Pond from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(g) Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow archery hunting on specific days between November 1 and January 31.
(ii) Hunters must obtain and possess a refuge-specific permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) for hunting on the refuge.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: Anglers may fish in refuge-controlled waters of the Great South Bay from boats only.
(h) Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of black bear, wild turkey, and white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must purchase and possess a signed refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) You may hunt black bear, wild turkey, and deer using archery equipment only.
(iii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iv) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting time and leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(4) [Reserved]
(i) Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We allow sport fishing in Huntington Bay from the refuge shoreline when the refuge is open to visitors.
(j) Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of migratory birds on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) Hunters must obtain and possess a signed refuge hunt permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) at all times while scouting and hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters may enter the refuge 2 hours before legal shooting time and leave no later than 2 hours after legal shooting time.
(iii) We allow the use of dogs consistent with State regulations.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of rabbit/hare, gray/black/fox squirrel, pheasant, jackrabbit, chukar, woodchuck, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse, crow, red/gray fox, coyote, bobcat, raccoon, skunk, mink, weasel, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit night hunting from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise the following day.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer, bear, and wild turkey on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (j)(1)(i) and (ii), and (j)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(iii) We require nontoxic ammunition while hunting turkey.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) At Owens Station Crossing and Hidden Ponds fishing areas, we allow catch-and-release fishing only.
(ii) We allow fishing from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(iii) We prohibit the taking of amphibians and reptiles (see § 27.21 of this chapter).
(iv) We prohibit minnow and bait trapping.
(k) Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey within designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow archery and shotgun hunting of white-tailed deer during specific days between November 1 and January 31.
(ii) We require a permit (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) for hunting on the refuge.
(iii) Hunters assigned to Unit 5 must hunt from portable tree stands and must direct aim away from a public road and/or dwelling.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow shore and boat fishing on the portion of the Carmans River between Sunrise and Montauk Highways.
(ii) We allow only boat fishing from Montauk Highway south to the mouth of the Carmans River.
(iii) We prohibit spearfishing.
(iv) We prohibit the taking of baitfish and frogs.
§ 32.52   North Carolina.
The following refuge units are open for hunting and/or fishing as governed by applicable Federal and State regulations, and are listed in alphabetical order with additional refuge-specific regulations.
(a) Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, tundra swan, coot, mourning dove, snipe and woodcock on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require all hunters to possess and carry a signed, self-service refuge hunting regulations and permit (signed brochure) while hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting in designated areas.
(iii) We allow hunters to enter and remain in open hunting areas from 1 hour before legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, squirrel, opossum, and raccoon on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply.
(ii) We only allow dog training during the corresponding hunt season.
(iii) We require a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) to hunt raccoon or opossum from 1/2 hour after legal sunset until 1/2 hour before legal sunrise.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (a)(1)(i) through (iii) and (a)(2)(ii) of this section apply.
(ii) Unarmed hunters may walk to retrieve stray dogs from closed areas and “no dog hunting” areas.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and frogging on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow only fishing from legal sunrise to legal sunset.
(ii) We only allow pole and line, rod and reel, or cast net.
(iii) We require a Special Use Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G) for fishing or frogging between legal sunset and legal sunrise.
(iv) You must only take frogs by use of frog gigs.
(b) Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of tundra swan, Canada and snow goose, brant, duck, teal, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow portable blinds. Hunters must remove blinds, decoys, and other personal property from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) Hunters/hunt parties must not hunt closer than 150 yards (135 meters) apart.
(iii) We allow hunters to enter and remain in open hunting areas from 1 hour before legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time.
(2)-(4) [Reserved]
(c) Currituck National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of swan, goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a North Carolina Waterfowl Hunt Permit or a refuge hunt permit (signed brochure). You must carry a permit while hunting on the refuge.
(ii) You must hunt from your assigned blind location.
(iii) We allow hunting from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 4:20 p.m. (as governed by County regulations).
(iv) We allow hunters to access the refuge 1 1/2 hours before legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer and feral hog on limited dates on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a refuge hunting permit (signed brochure) that hunters must sign and carry while hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of shotguns, muzzleloading rifles/shotguns, and bows in designated units. We prohibit the use of all other rifles and crossbows.
(iii) We allow hunters on the refuge from 1 hour before legal sunrise to 1 hour after legal sunset.
(iv) We allow the use of portable tree stands, but hunters must remove them from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) Hunters may access the refuge by foot, boat, and/or vehicle, but we prohibit hunting from a boat or vehicle.
(vi) Each youth hunter, age 15 and younger, must have successfully completed a State-approved hunter safety course, and must possess and carry proof of certification. While hunting, each youth hunter must remain within sight and normal voice contact of an adult age 21 or older. An adult may directly supervise up to two youth hunters.
(4) [Reserved]
(d) Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Refer to § 32.65(g) for regulations.
(e) Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge. (1)— Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of swan, light and dark goose, duck, merganser, coot, moorhen, and gallinule on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a North Carolina Waterfowl Hunt Permit or a signed refuge hunt brochure that must be carried while hunting on the refuge.
(ii) Hunters must hunt from their assigned blind location.
(iii) We allow hunting from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 4:20 p.m. (as governed by County regulations).
(iv) We allow hunters to access the refuge 1 1/2 hours before legal shooting time until 5:20 p.m.
(v) We allow incidental take of coyote and feral hog while hunting.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, and incidental take of feral hog, on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require a signed refuge hunt brochure that hunters must sign and carry while hunting on the refuge.
(ii) We allow the use of shotguns, muzzleloading rifles/shotguns, pistols, crossbows, and bows. We prohibit the use of all other rifles.
(iii) We allow access to hunting areas from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m.
(iv) We prohibit carrying a loaded firearm on or within 50 feet (15 meters) of gravel roads.
(v) The condition set forth at paragraph (e)(1)(v) of this section applies.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing only from legal sunrise to legal sunset from March 15 through October 15, except that we allow fishing along the Marsh Causeway year-round. The 0.3 Mile Loop Trail and the terminus of the canal immediately adjacent to the Visitor Center are open year-round, but we close them during the refuge permit deer hunts.
(ii) Anglers must attend all fishing lines.
(f) Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow the hunting of tundra swan, goose, duck, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require refuge-issued permits (name and address) that you must validate at the refuge headquarters, sign, and possess while hunting.
(ii) Refuge personnel will assign you to a hunting blind. You must hunt from your assigned blind.
(iii) Hunters may only shoot crippled waterfowl from outside the assigned blind.
(iv) Hunters may use decoys, but you must remove them from the refuge at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(v) All waterfowl hunters must check out at the assigned station prior to leaving the refuge.
(vi) Shooting hours are from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 12 p.m. (noon).
(vii) We allow the use of dogs when hunting.
(viii) We allow the taking of only Canada goose during the State September Canada goose season subject to the following conditions:
(A) We allow hunting Monday through Saturday during the State season.
(B) The hunter must possess and carry a validated refuge permit (name and address) while hunting.
(ix) Hunting by youth hunters (age 16 and younger) is subject to the following conditions:
(A) Validly licensed adults, age 21 or older, holding applicable permits must accompany and supervise, remaining in sight and voice contact at all times, any youth hunters. Each adult may supervise no more than two youth hunters.
(B) Youth hunters must possess and carry evidence of successful completion of a State-approved hunter education course.
(C) We allow hunting on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays during the late and youth waterfowl State seasons.
(2) [Reserved]
(3) Big game hunting. We allow the hunting of white-tailed deer on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The hunter must possess and carry a signed, validated refuge permit (name and address) and a State-issued lottery permit while hunting.
(ii) Hunters may take one antlered deer and one antlerless deer per day, or two antlerless deer per day.
(iii) Hunters may take deer with shotgun, bow and arrow, crossbow, or muzzleloading rifle/shotgun.
(iv) We allow hunters on the refuge from 1 hour before legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time.
(v) Hunters can use boats to access hunt areas, but we prohibit hunting from a boat.
(vi) We allow the use of only portable blinds and deer stands. Blinds must display hunter orange that is visible from all directions. Hunters with a valid permit (name and address) may erect one portable blind or stand the day before the start of their hunt and must remove it at the end of the second day of that 2-day hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Any stands or blinds left overnight on the refuge must have a tag with the hunter's State hunting license number.
(vii) Hunters must wear a minimum of 500 square inches (3,250 square centimeters) of hunter-orange material above the waist that is visible from all directions.
(viii) An adult may only supervise one youth hunter. The youth hunter must be within sight and normal voice contact of the adult.
(ix) We allow the use of only biodegradable-type flagging.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We are open to sport fishing, bow fishing, and crabbing from March 1 through October 31, from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise to 1/2 hour after legal sunset, except that we allow bank fishing and crabbing year-round from:
(A) State Route 94 (24 hours a day);
(B) The north bridge and south of the north bridge at Lake Landing;
(C) The Outfall Canal water control structure;
(D) The Central Canal bridge on Wildlife Drive; and
(E) Along the west main and east main canal between the Entrance Road metal bridge and Number One East Canal as posted.
(ii) We prohibit herring dipping.
(iii) We allow crabbing subject to the following conditions:
(A) We allow only five handlines and hand-activated traps per person. Owners must be in attendance, and must remove all handlines and traps daily (see §§ 27.93 and 27.94 of this chapter).
(B) We prohibit crab pots.
(C) You may only take or possess 12 crabs per person per day.
(g) Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. (1)-(3) [Reserved]
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing and crabbing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following condition: We require all recreational nighttime surf anglers to possess and carry a signed, self-service refuge nighttime surf fishing permit (signed brochure) while fishing on the refuge between 1/2 hour after legal sunset and 1/2 hour before legal sunrise.
(h) Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of dove on designated dates and areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require all hunters to possess and carry a signed refuge general hunt permit (signed brochure) and government-issued picture identification while in the field.
(ii) Validly licensed adults, age 21 or older, holding applicable permits must accompany and supervise, remaining in sight and voice contact at all times, any youth hunters (age 18 and younger). Each adult may supervise no more than two youth hunters. Youth hunters must possess and carry evidence of successful completion of a State-approved hunter education course.
(iii) We prohibit hunting on Sundays.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, rabbit, squirrel, raccoon, and opossum on designated dates and areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply (with the following exception to the condition at paragraph (h)(1)(ii): Each adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter).
(ii) We require the use of dogs on raccoon/opossum hunts. All dogs must wear a collar displaying the owner's contact information.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer on designated dates and areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (h)(1)(i) through (iii) of this section apply (with the following exception to the condition at paragraph (h)(1)(ii): Each adult may supervise no more than one youth hunter).
(ii) We require each person participating in a muzzleloader or firearms quota hunt to possess a nontransferable refuge quota hunt permit. You may apply for quota hunt permits by submitting a completed hunt application (FWS Form 3-2439, Hunt Application—National Wildlife Refuge System) available at the refuge office.
(iii) During big game hunts, we prohibit hunters from entering the refuge earlier than 4 a.m., and they must leave the refuge no later than 2 hours after legal sunset.
(iv) Youth quota hunts are for hunters ages 10 through 17.
(v) During refuge firearms deer hunts, all participants must wear at least 500 square inches (3,250 square centimeters) of unbroken, fluorescent-orange material above the waist as an outer garment while hunting and while en route to and from hunting areas.
(vi) We prohibit organized deer drives. We define a “deer drive” as an organized or planned effort to pursue, drive, chase, or otherwise frighten or cause deer to move in the direction of any person(s) who is part of the organized or planned hunt and known to be waiting for the deer.
(vii) We prohibit placing a tree stand on the refuge more than 4 days prior to the opening day of the deer hunt in which hunters will be participating, except for participants of the youth deer hunt, who may place tree stands no more than 7 days prior to the hunt day. Archery hunters must remove their tree stands by the last day of that hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter). Muzzleloader and firearms hunters must remove their tree stands by the day after the last day of that hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(viii) You must check all deer taken on the refuge at the refuge check station on the date of take prior to removing the animal from the refuge.
(ix) During refuge muzzleloader and firearms deer hunts, we prohibit all other public use in refuge hunting areas.
(x) We prohibit big game hunting within 100 feet (30 meters) of any vehicle or road open to vehicle traffic.
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated dates and areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require all anglers to possess and carry a signed refuge sport fishing permit (signed brochure) and government-issued picture identification while fishing in refuge waters.
(ii) We prohibit possession or use of trotlines, set hooks, gigs, jug lines, limblines, snagging devices, nets, seines, fish traps, or other special devices.
(i) Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck, goose, swan, dove, woodcock, rail, and snipe on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We require consent from refuge personnel to enter and retrieve legally taken game animals from closed areas, including “No Hunting Zones.”
(ii) We require all hunters and anglers to possess and carry a signed, self-service refuge hunting/fishing permit (signed brochure) while hunting and fishing on the refuge. We require all hunters age 16 and older to purchase and carry a special refuge recreational activity permit (name/address/phone number).
(iii) We allow hunters to enter and remain in hunting areas from 2 hours before legal sunrise until 2 hours after legal sunset when we allow hunting in those areas.
(iv) We allow the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) only on designated ATV roads (see § 27.31 of this chapter) and only to transport hunters and their equipment to hunt and scout. We allow hunting from ATVs while on these designated ATV roads when they are stationary and the engine is turned off. We allow ATV use only on the ATV roads at the following times:
(A) When we open the ATV road and surrounding area to hunting;
(B) One week prior to the ATV road and surrounding area opening to hunting; and
(C) On Sundays, when we open the ATV road and surrounding area for hunting the following Monday.
(v) We allow the use of biodegradable-type flagging.
(vi) We allow the use of only portable blinds and temporary blinds constructed of natural materials. You must remove portable blinds at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(vii) We allow the use of dogs to point and retrieve migratory game birds.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of quail, squirrel, raccoon, opossum, rabbit, beaver, nutria, and fox on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) We only allow the taking of beaver and nutria with firearms and only during those times when the area is open to hunting of other game animals with firearms.
(iii) We prohibit the hunting of raccoon and opossum during, 5 days before, and 5 days after the State bear seasons. Outside of these periods, we allow the hunting of raccoon and opossum at night but only while possessing a General Special Use Application and Permit (FWS Form 3-1383-G).
(iv) We prohibit the use of rifles, other than .22-caliber rimfire rifles for hunting, and we prohibit the use of pistols for hunting.
(v) We allow the use of dogs for pointing and retrieving upland game and for chasing rabbit (but not fox). We prohibit possession of buckshot or slugs while hunting with dogs.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of deer, turkey, and feral hog on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) The conditions set forth at paragraphs (i)(1)(i) through (iv) of this section apply.
(ii) You may hunt turkey only if you carry a valid permit (General Activities Special Use Permit Application, FWS Form 3-1383-G). These permits are valid only for the dates and areas shown on the permit. You may possess only approved nontoxic shot (see § 32.2(k)) while hunting turkeys west of Evans Road and on the Pungo Unit.
(iii) We prohibit the use of rifles and pistols.
(iv) We allow deer hunting on the Pungo Unit only through the end of October each season, except that we allow deer hunting with archery equipment on the Pungo Unit through the end of November.
(v) We allow hunters to take feral hogs in any area that is open to hunting deer using only those weapons authorized for taking deer. On the Frying Pan tracts, we also allow hunters to take feral hogs, using only those weapons authorized for taking deer, whenever we open those tracts to hunting any game species with firearms.
(vi) We allow the use of only portable deer stands (tree climbers, ladders, tripods, etc.).We require that you remove all stands, blinds, and other personal property at the end of each day (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(4) Sport fishing. We allow sport fishing on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow fishing in Pungo Lake and New Lake only from March 1 through October 31, except that we close Pungo Lake and the entire Pungo Unit to fishing during the limited big game hunts.
(ii) We allow fishing only from 1/2 hour before legal sunrise until 1/2 hour after legal sunset.
(j) Roanoke River National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow hunting of duck and coot on designated areas of the refuge.
(2) Upland game hunting. We allow hunting of squirrel, raccoon, and opossum on designated areas of the refuge.
(3) Big game hunting. We allow hunting of white-tailed deer and turkey on designated areas of the refuge.
(4) [Reserved]
(k) Swanquarter National Wildlife Refuge —(1) Migratory game bird hunting. We allow the hunting of tundra swan, goose, brant, duck, teal, and coot on designated areas of the refuge subject to the following conditions:
(i) We allow portable blinds. You must remove blinds, decoys, and other personal property at the end of each day's hunt (see § 27.93 of this chapter).
(ii) We prohibit hunters/hunt parties from hunting closer than 150 yards (135 meters) apart.
(iii) We allow hunters to enter and remain in open hunting areas from 1 hour before legal shooting time until 1 hour after legal shooting time.
(2)-(4) [Reserved]