Hunters who want to participate in Ohio’s fall controlled deer and waterfowl hunts have until Friday, July 31, to submit permit applications for a random drawing.

The special hunts are held on selected public areas to provide additional hunting opportunities for Ohio’s hunting enthusiasts.

All applicants, youth and adult, must possess a current hunting license and meet the age requirements to apply for a controlled hunt, said Andy Burt, ODNR Division of Wildlife.

Hunters can apply for the controlled hunts by completing the application process online, using the Wild Ohio Customer Center at www.wildohio.com, or by calling 1-800-945-5433 to request a mail-in application. There is a non-refundable application fee of $3 per hunt, said Burt.
Hunters will be randomly drawn from submitted applications. Successful applicants will be notified and provided additional hunt information by U.S. mail and email.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Wild Ohio Customer Center at www.wildohio.com to view the status of their application and if selected, print their controlled hunt permit.

More specific information about hunt dates and locations, including opportunities dedicated to youth, women and mobility-impaired hunters, can be found at www.wildohio.com, said Burt.