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Wildlife Management Program | Keep Wildlife Wild & Healthy
Regionally and throughout the state, changes in habitat and the elimination of natural predators have allowed deer herds to grow to unnatural densities. In order to restore and maintain a balanced ecosystem, Lake Metroparks has introduced a deer management program.
Lake Metroparks began managing deer the fall of 2011. Participation in a controlled, archery-only hunt in one area is limited to Lake County residents or business owners 18 years of age or older. A lottery system was used to select participants. Applications for the Controlled Hunt Program are closed. Lottery results were posted September 16, 2011.
PLEASE NOTE
Lake Metroparks hosted its third and final mandatory meeting on December 18.
After the meeting, participants had the opportunity to visit and become familiar with River Road Property in Madison, where the controlled hunt program is taking place. |
Wildlife Management Controlled Hunt Program Stand Assignments
Click here for current stand assignments for groups 7 through 9.
Updated 12-23-11
Hunters in groups 8 and 9 may pick up their permits at the Ranger Office located at Concords Woods Nature Park at 11189 Spear Rd. Concord Township.
Hunting during the controlled hunt program is subject to the deer hunting rules and regulations set by ODNR Division of Wildlife. |
Additional selections made from alternates
List is also posted at Lake Metroparks Administrative Offices
11211 Spear Rd, Concord Twp., Ohio 44077
Application receipt numbers are posted instead of names.
Call 440-358-7275 if you cannot locate your receipt.
Applicants drawn are required to pass a proficiency test and meet additional requirements prior to receiving a permit. Each permit assigns a hunter a specific stand and minimum two-week period during which he/she may participate during Ohio archery deer season. Hunters must follow hunting guidelines established by the Ohio Division of Wildlife and Lake Metroparks.
Updated Proficiency Test Information
The proficiency test may be taken at either Great Lakes Outdoor Supply (6595 N. Ridge Rd., Madison, 440-428-0313) or Gander Mountain (9620 Diamond Centre Dr., Mentor, 440-639-8545). Each participant is responsible for scheduling his/her own test; store staff will administer the test
and determine whether a participant has successfully passed. Participants are required to drop off the signed proficiency test at the Ranger Office located at Concords Woods Nature Park at
11189 Spear Rd. Concord Township.
Participant must demonstrate skill proficiency using his/her own equipment. Four out of five shots OR eight out of ten shots must land into 7.5" target at 12 yards. No practice shots permitted prior to test; maximum of ten shots permitted per test. One "fail to qualify" permitted per season (test may be retaken one time).
Click here for a complete list of rules (updated 9-14-11).
Do not feed or handle animals
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Many people find it enjoyable to go to a park to feed the waterfowl and other animals. Some catch frogs to take home. Others leave unwanted pets in the parks. These activities may seem harmless, but in fact, they can be very harmful to wildlife. The greatest threats to wildlife in Lake Metroparks are caused by humans.
Animals congregate in areas where they are fed, causing several problems. They exceed the carrying capacity of their habitats and become overcrowded. High levels of fecal material are concentrated in one area, which causes unsanitary conditions for animals and people. ................................................................................Photo by Dave Mills
Diseases can be passed from one animal to another when .areas are overcrowded. Processed foods such as bread, popcorn and cereal are “junk food” to wild animals. They lack many of the nutrients the animals need in order to stay healthy. Please help animals stay wild and healthy.
Do not feed them!
Wild animals that are hand-fed can lose their natural instincts to migrate and search for food. They become dependent on humans for food and lose their healthy fear of them. Hand-fed animals lose their ability to care for themselves.
Domesticated animals harm park habitats, property and even visitors. They can spread serious diseases and harm wildlife. If you ? nd a stray or have a pet that you can no longer care for, contact the Lake County Humane Society at
440-951-6122.
The mission of the Wildlife Center is to reduce human impact on native Ohio wildlife through education and rehabilitation. Each year, nearly 2,000 injured or orphaned animals receive first aid and rehabilitation at the Wildlife Center. Patients include backyard wildlife like rabbits and songbirds and endangered species like peregrine falcons and bald eagles. Many eventually recover from their injuries and resume their lives in the wild.
The Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center is home to permanently injured Animal Ambassadors such as reptiles, mammals and birds of prey. These animals assist staff in teaching about wildlife issues and conservation. Visit the Wildlife Yard to get an up-close look at all of the amazing animals! The yard is open 9 am to 5 pm daily.
When visiting natural areas, many people search for wild animals. It’s exciting to see an unusual bird or animal in its natural environment. There are several ways to safely observe and learn about wild animals in Lake Metroparks without harming them.
Check out the current issue of Parks Plus! and check the calendar of events for nature programs. Go on an owl prowl or look for bats, frogs or other wildlife. Join a naturalist on a guided walk and learn more about the wildlife in Lake County.
Get close to wildlife through volunteering! Lake Metroparks volunteers help wildlife by surveying animals and birds through Citizen Science projects, restoring and maintaining habitats and caring for animals at the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center. For more information, visit lakemetroparks.com or call the volunteer program manager at 440-585-3418.
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Many people find it enjoyable to go to a park to feed the waterfowl and other animals. Some catch frogs to take home. Others leave unwanted pets in the parks. These activities may seem harmless, but in fact, they can be very harmful to wildlife. The greatest threats to wildlife in Lake Metroparks are caused by humans. 
