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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge
Hunting and Fishing Regulations 2018-2019
General Information Volunteers General Refuge Regulations
Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge The refuge offers a wide variety of All Refuge specific regulations apply to
is one of over 556 National Wildlife volunteer opportunities. To receive more hunting and fishing on the Clarks River
Refuges administered by the U.S. Fish information, or an application, please NWR.
and Wildlife Service. The primary contact the refuge headquarters at
objective of a National Wildlife Refuge 270/527 5770. The regulations listed below include but
is to provide habitat for the conservation are not limited to the federal regulations
and protection of all species of wildlife. Friends of Clarks River governing hunting and fishing on wildlife
The harvest of surplus animals is National Wildlife Refuge refuge areas set forth in Title 50 Code
one tool used to manage wildlife The Friends of the Clarks River NWR of Federal Regulations, Kentucky
populations. Carefully managed hunts is a nonprofit group formed to give State Regulations and Refuge specific
maintain wildlife populations at a level assistance and support for refuge regulations. The following regulations
compatible with the environment provide projects, land acquisition and educational apply to all seasons and species.
recreational opportunities and permit the programs. To obtain more information or
use of a valuable renewable resource. a membership form, contact the refuge TO REPORT A VIOLATION CALL
headquarters at 270/527 5770. 270/703 2836 and leave a detailed
Public hunting and fishing on Clarks message of the violation and location.
River National Wildlife Refuge is Accessibility Statement:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service does Information may be reported
currently permitted on approximately anonymously or with a return
9,500 acres located in Marshall, not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, religion, age or telephone number.
McCracken and Graves counties in
western Kentucky. All refuge property is disability in employment or the provision
clearly marked on the outside boundary of services and provides, upon request, Prohibited Activities
reasonable accommodation including n Littering
with yellow paint hash marks and blue
goose boundary signs. Some landowners auxiliary aids and services necessary
to afford individuals with disabilities n Camping
adjacent to the refuge may mark their
boundary with blue paint hash marks an equal opportunity to participate n Fires
and no trespassing signs. Trespassing on in all programs and activities of the
posted or unmarked private property is a Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge. n Trapping
violation of Kentucky State law. Discrimination complaints should be filed
with: n The use or possession of any lead shot
Individuals utilizing the Refuge are U.S. Department of Interior is prohibited on the Refuge with the
subject to inspections of permits, licenses, Office of Equal Opportunity exception of lead shot ammunition
hunting equipment, game bag limits, 1849 C Street, NW legal for the taking of turkey during
boats, vehicles, and their contents by Washington, D.C. 20240 statewide turkey seasons. This
Federal or State Law Enforcement regulation does not apply to rim fire or
Officers. or 1/800/344 WILD. center fire ammunition.
Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge
91 US Highway 641 North
P.O. Box 89 Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge Hunting/ Fishing Brochure 2018-2019
Benton, KY 42025 CRNWR Permits are required for anyone who is also required to have a
Kentucky State hunting/ fishing license and is engaged in hunting/fishing
270/527 5770 activities on the Refuge. This permit is only valid when signed and must be
http://southeast.fws.gov/clarksriver/ carried on the hunter’s person while engaged in hunting/fishing activities.
Signing this permit is an indication that you have read, fully understand and
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service will comply with the special regulations of the permit. Permits are available 24
1 800-344 WILD hours a day at the Refuge Headquarters. This permit is valid through
August 2018 March 1, 2019.
Signature
(Valid only when signed)
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
n The use of nails, wire, screws or bolts n We prohibit the use of any electronic Specific Hunting/Fishing Regulations
to attach a stand to a tree, or hunting call or other electronic device used for With the exception of hunting raccoon,
from a tree into which a metal object producing or projecting vocal sounds of opossum and bullfrog, access to the
has been driven to support a hunter. any wildlife species with the exception refuge is two hours before sunrise to two
of electronic calls used during the hours after sunset.
n Discarding any animal carcass on the refuge coyote hunt starting at legal
refuge. sunrise on the first Monday following Deer and turkey harvested on the
the end of deer archery season and Refuge must be telechecked through
n Horses and mules are prohibited on the Kentucky Department of Fish and
the refuge during the muzzleloader and closing at legal sunset on Friday two
weeks prior to the beginning of youth Wildlife Resources at 1/800/245 4263 with
modern gun deer hunts. Horseback public land code for Clarks River NWR.
riding is permitted on refuge- turkey season.
graveled roads and the portions of the Hunters under the age of 16 must be
Weapons/Ammunition supervised by an adult 21 years of age
abandoned railroad tracks owned by Persons possessing, transporting, or
the refuge for access purposes while or older, and must remain in sight and
carrying firearms must comply with normal voice contact with the adult. On
engaged in wildlife related activities all provisions of state and local law.
only. Horses and mules are not small game hunts the adult may supervise
Persons may only discharge firearms in no more than two youths, on big game
permitted off these secondary access accordance with refuge regulations (50
routes for any purpose. hunts no more than one youth.
CFR 27.42 and specific regulations in 50
n The use of flagging tape not marked CFR Part 32). Hunter orange must be worn as required
as biodegradable by the manufacturer, by state regulations. Caution: other non-
No person shall discharge a firearm hunting members of the public may be in
reflective tacks, or other non- on or within 200 feet of any home,
biodegradable devices/ materials used the area and not wearing hunter orange
refuge graveled roads or portions of the during hunting seasons.
to identify paths, mark tree stands, abandoned railroad tracks.
blinds, or other areas. Ground blinds used for the purpose of
Shotguns are limited to no larger than hunting any species during the deer
n Searching for or removal of any object 10 gauge. All shotgun ammunition must modern gun, muzzleloader and youth
of antiquity including arrowheads, meet legal shot size requirements for firearms seasons must display one square
pottery or other artifacts. each species being hunted as defined by foot (144 square inches) of solid unbroken
n Target practice with any weapon or the Kentucky Department of Fish and hunter orange visible from all sides.
non-hunting discharge of firearms. Wildlife Resources. Ground blinds must be removed when not
in use.
n The Clarks River Waterfowl Units are Vehicles
closed to all entry from November 1 The use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) We allow the use of trail cameras.
through March 31, with the exception of and/ or any unlicensed vehicle is Cameras may be used year round.
drawn permit holders. During periods prohibited on all refuge property. Cameras must have owner’s name,
of high water or flood, unauthorized address and phone number clearly
Licensed vehicles are permitted on open displayed or may be confiscated.
persons shall not enter upon the Clarks graveled roadways only. Abandoned
River Waterfowl Units by boat for any railroad tracks are not considered a To retrieve or track game from a posted
purpose. High water or flood conditions roadway. Vehicles blocking refuge gates closed area of the refuge the hunter
do not affect or change the Water will be towed. must first receive authorization from
Management Area boundary, which is the Refuge Manager at 270/527 5770 or
marked with white “Area Beyond This Bicycles are permitted while engaged the Refuge Law Enforcement Officer at
Sign Closed” signs. in wildlife related activities on refuge 270/703 2836.
graveled roads and portions of the
n Possession or use of alcoholic beverages. abandoned railroad tracks that are owned Hunters may not kill or cripple a wild
n Taking of wildlife (outside legal hunting by the Clarks River NWR. animal without making a reasonable
season) or plants (including cutting effort to retrieve the animal and harvest
Animals/Pets a reasonable portion of that animal and
trees and brush) is prohibited. The running or training of dogs outside include it in the person’s daily bag limit.
n No unauthorized person shall use the hunting season for a particular
or direct the rays of a spotlight or species is permitted by special use Fishing on the Refuge is allowed under
other artificial light, or automotive permits only. For information on Kentucky statewide regulations with
headlights for the purpose of spotting, obtaining a special use permit for running the exception of the Environmental
locating or taking any animal within dogs call the Refuge Headquarters at Education and Recreation Area Pond.
the boundaries of the refuge or along 270/527 5770.
right-of-way for public or private roads Dog owners/handlers must have a collar
within the refuge. on each dog with the owner’s name,
address and telephone number. We allow
n Hunting of any wildlife by the aid of
dogs for migratory birds, waterfowl,
or distributing any feed, salt or other
small game and fall turkey hunting. All
minerals.
dogs must be detained by leash or chain if
not being legally used for hunting. Other
pets must be confined or on a leash.U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Environmental Education
Recreation Area (EERA) Owensboro
The EERA is designated for educational CLARKS RIVER Ohio
River
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activities, wildlife viewing and fishing National Wildlife Refuge
opportunities located on Highway 408 ILL
near Benton, Kentucky. 120
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EERA Area Specific Regulations River
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n Daylight use only.
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entry from November 1 to March 31.
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n Use of any watercraft is prohibited.
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Horseback riding is prohibited. River 641 TN
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Introduction or stocking of fish is
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n Swimming is prohibited.
n Hunting or harvesting of frogs is
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prohibited.
n Pets not on a leash are prohibited.
The Mallard Point Unit will be open on c. To be considered eligible for the
Saturdays and Sundays of the statewide drawing the individuals must be at
Species Size Creel Limit waterfowl season, with the exception of least 16 years of age and possess valid
Limit the modern rifle or muzzleloader deer and current state and federal licenses
Bluegill None 10 seasons, for the drawn permit holders. and stamps for hunting waterfowl.
The Redhead and Wolfe Unit will be Hunters under 16 years of age may
Channel 12” 5 combined
open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays of submit a postcard for the youth hunt
Catfish (Channel Catfish
the statewide waterfowl season, with weekend drawing.
and Largemouth
Largemouth 12” the exception of the modern rifle or
Bass) d. Permit holders will be allowed to hunt
Bass muzzleloader deer seasons, for the drawn
permit holders. their assigned unit on the designated
All other Follow statewide date.
species regulations a. To obtain a permit a person will be
required to fill out a post card with e. The individual drawn may bring up
their name, address, and telephone to four guests with them to the unit.
Waterfowl Quota Hunt Guests are not allowed in the unit
Waterfowl hunting will be allowed on the number and submit to Clarks River
National Wildlife Refuge, P. O. Box without the attendance of the permit
Clarks River Waterfowl Units by a quota holder (no exceptions).
draw hunt only. The Units will be closed 89, Benton, Kentucky 42025. The
to all entry with the exception of the postcard will be accepted starting f. No person may sell, trade or barter
drawn permit holder and their guests on September 1st and must be received their permit. The permit is the sole
drawn hunt days ONLY. no later than October 15th to be property of the permit holder and is
considered for the drawing. non-transferable. If a person cannot
The Lindsey Unit is available for use make it to the blind on the dates
by mobility impaired hunters. For more b. Only one entry may be submitted per
person. Preferred dates and units they are drawn for, the blind will
information or to utilize the Lindsey be considered closed for those dates.
Unit contact the Refuge Headquarters at may be requested on the card. If
270/527 5770. the dates or units have already been g. No watercraft is allowed in the
assigned then refuge personnel will Clarks River Waterfowl Units with
select the first available date and unit the exception of drawn permit
remaining. Individuals drawn for holders, which may use watercraft
the quota hunt will be notified within to access their assigned units and to
2 weeks of the drawing by the U.S. retrieve waterfowl.
Mail.
h. Hunting will cease and hunters will
be out of the field by 12 noon each
day.U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
2018-2019 Season Dates and Regulations
The hunting of any species not listed below is considered closed.
All state bag limits, season lengths and weapon regulations apply unless otherwise specified.
Type Season dates/Bag limits Refuge specific regulations
Duck, Goose Same as State Waterfowl Seasons and Hunting will cease and hunters will be out of the field by 12
and Coot Bag Limits noon each day. Only portable and temporary blinds are permitted.
Decoys and blinds must be removed each day. Only nontoxic shot
permitted.*Waterfowl hunting on Clarks River Waterfowl Units by
Quota Permit only.
Dove, Same as State Seasons and Bag Limits. Only nontoxic shot permitted.
Woodcock, Closed during all refuge modern gun and
Snipe and muzzleloader deer seasons. Center fire weapons prohibited.
Crow
Squirrel Same as State Season and Bag Limits. Only nontoxic shot permitted (does not apply to rimfire or pellets
Closed during all refuge modern gun and fired from .177, .20 or .22 caliber airguns)
muzzleloader deer seasons. Center fire weapons prohibited.
Rabbit and Same as State Season and Bag Limits. Only nontoxic shot permitted (does not apply to rimfire)
Quail Closed during all refuge modern gun and Center fire weapons prohibited.
muzzleloader deer seasons.
Raccoon and Same as State Season and Bag Limits. Use of dogs outside hunting season is by special use permit only.
Opossum
Coyote Same as State Season and Bag Limits You may hunt coyote under statewide regulations with the following
exceptions:
- Use of dogs is not permitted.
- May only be taken during daylight hours.
Coyote – Coyote may be taken during any daytime Must use weapons, ammunition, and equipment legal for the species
incidental take refuge hunt for other wildlife species. being hunted only.
No Bag Limit
Deer Same as State Season and Bag Limits for Deer taken on Refuge will be telechecked through State 1-800-245-
Archery, Zone 1 4263 with public land code for Clarks River NWR.
Crossbow, Construction or use of any permanent tree stand is prohibited. Only
Muzzleloader climbing and/or portable stands may be used.
and Modern
Gun Tree stands may be placed in the field no earlier than two weeks
prior to the opening of season and must be removed from the field
within one-week after the season closes.
All stands left in the field must be identified by hunter’s name,
address and phone number. If stand does not contain information it
will be confiscated.
Safety belts are required at all times with use of tree stand.
Hunters may not hunt by organized deer drives of two or more
hunters.
Hunting of deer by the aid of or distributing any feed, salt, minerals
or other ingestible attractants is prohibited
Turkey-Spring, Same as State Seasons and Bag Limits Turkey taken on Refuge will be telechecked through State
Archery 1-800-245-4263 with public land code for Clarks River NWR.
Fishing Same as State Seasons and Creel Limits Refuge specific regulations for EERA
Bobcat, River Closed Closed
Otter, Beaver,
Fox, Sandhill
Crane and
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