News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 28, 2009

CONTROLLED WATERFOWL HUNT DRAWINGS FOR THE PIPE CREEK WILDLIFE AREA AND THE EAST SANDUSKY BAY METRO PARK

   FINDLAY, OH - Interested waterfowl hunters are invited to participate in a controlled waterfowl hunt drawing for the Pipe Creek Wildlife Area.  A separate drawing will take place for the East Sandusky Bay Metro Park immediately following the Pipe Creek drawing.  East Sandusky Bay Metro Park is a layout style hunt.  The drawing will be held at 6:30 pm on August 20, 2009.  The drawings will be conducted at the Osborn Metro Park located at 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron, OH 44839.  This is a new location.   Interested participants should plan to arrive around 6:00 pm to register.  The drawings will be for the entire waterfowl season including Teal / Early Goose and the statewide youth seasons.  Adult participants are required to present a 2008 or 2009 Ohio Wetland Stamp or Resident Hunting License.  Youth Hunters are required to bring their 2008 or 2009 Resident Youth Hunting License to be eligible to participate in the drawings.  The permits are transferable.

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 For More Information:

District Two Wildlife Management Section

419.424.5000

Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area

419.547.6007