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Thanks and keep it coming; more comment later; here's some more on the rules:

"Hunt" Rules and Regulations

You may harvest 2 deer (only 1 buck)
You may harvest 1 tom turkey (not a bearded hen).
Make sure to purchase deer & turkey tags before you harvest them. They can be purchased when you check-in or through the ODWC when you pay your user fees.
You can also harvest hogs and coyotes (no bag limit or tag required).
Don’t shoot the fallow deer.
All state laws apply except you don’t have to tag your deer in the field.
This is a bonus hunt and doesn’t count towards your state bag limit.
There are a few collared bucks left and they are fare [sic] game.
Sheds and Skulls are property of the Govt. and cannot be taken off the installation. You may bring them in to the check station.
You can use cell phones in the hunt areas (not camera phones).
You must stay in the area that you are drawn for.
There are field phones in the areas if you need to call in, dial 6611. If you are using a cell phone, dial 918-420-6611.
Turn in badges before you leave the hunt.
NO Cigarette Lighters or Matches of any kind.
NO Spark producing devices.
NO Cigarettes or Cigars.
NO Cameras in the hunt areas.
NO GPS’s.
NO Binoculars.
NO Range Finders.
NO Two-Way radios.
NO Alcoholic beverages in the hunt areas.
NO Firearms (Except during the shotgun hunt).
NO Ammunition.
NO Black powder, Percussion caps, Primers.
NO Compound bows.
NO Plastic gas containers.
NO Strike anywhere matches.
NO Deer decoy’s.

FAQs
Q1. Can I bring my family with me to the hunt?
A1. No, Only the hunters who have a valid draw permit can enter the installation. The only exception is during the physically challenged hunt when the hunters can bring a helper.

Q2. Can I bring/use my range finder?
A2. No, range finders, binoculars, GPS’s, and 2 way radios are prohibited.
Q3. Can I bring/use my cell phone?
Q3. Yes, you can use your cell phone as long as it’s not a camera cell phone.

Q4. Can I bring my alcoholic beverages?
A4. Yes, alcoholic beverages are only allowed in the campgrounds.

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Q5. Is deer the only animal that I can harvest?
A5. No, you can harvest a “Tom” Turkey (if you have a tag), coyotes, and hogs.

Q6. Is the quality pass incentive program still in affect?
A6. Maybe, quality pass incentive can be changed at a moments notice. You will find out at the briefing before your hunt.

Q7. Does the deer or turkey that I harvest apply to my state bag limit?
A7. No, this is considered a bonus hunt; therefore they don’t count against your state bag limit.

Q8. When is the hunt briefing?
A8. The briefing is on the Thursday before your hunt @ 10:00 A.M.

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Q9. Who do I contact about reserving a cabin or trailer?
A9. Contact MWR @ 918-420-7484.

Q10. Can I purchase additional deer & turkey tags when I arrive?
A10. Yes, you can purchase additional tags at the hunt.

Q11. Can I use my compound bow?
A11. No, only recurve & longbows are allowed. Except for the physically challenged hunt where crossbows are allowed.

Q12. Can I have sights on my bow?
A12. No, sites are not allowed except during the physically challenged hunt.

Q13. How many deer can I harvest?
Q13. Currently you can harvest 2 deer (only 1 buck), but that can be changed at the hunter briefing before your hunt.

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Q14. When can I bring my camper/trailer?
A14. Trailers & campers can enter the campgrounds between 12:00 P.M (Noon) – 10:00 P.M. on the Wednesday before your hunt.
Q15. Can I smoke in the hunt areas?
A15. No, cigarettes, matches, or spark producing devices are not allowed outside the camp grounds.

Q16. Can I keep the shed antlers that I find?
A16. No, sheds antlers & skulls are property on the Federal Government and should not be taken from the installation.
Q17. Can I bring a photo/digital camera?
A17. Yes, Camera’s are allowed in the campgrounds but not in the hunt areas.

Q18. Can I bring a tree strand?
A18. Yes, you can bring tree stands, screw in steps, and hand saws.

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Q19. Is there a practice range?
A19. Yes, there is a practice ranged located behind the deer check station.

Q20. Is there food and ice available?
A20. Yes, there will be food and ice available during the hunts (Hours TBD).

Q21. Can I build a fire in the campground?
A21. No camp fires but you can use a grill or char coaler.

Q22. Can I leave the installation once I get there
(Wal-Mart, McDonalds, etc)?
A22. Yes, you can go on/off the installation once you’ve officially checked-in. When you leave for good, be sure to check out and turn in your permit.
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*****All vehicles and hunters are subject to being searched at any given time!!!!!

*****All rules & regulations are subject to change!!!!!