Controlled Waterfowl Hunt Application Deadline is Aug. 22

By Duncan Johnson

ESSEX JUNCTION, Vt. –-(Ammoland.com)- Applications are available for controlled waterfowl hunting permits to be used at two Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department wildlife management areas.

The applications may be downloaded from Fish & Wildlife’s website (click here) and printed applications are available at Vermont Fish & Wildlife offices in Montpelier, Essex Junction, Addison, Barre, St. Johnsbury, Springfield and Rutland.

Hunting under controlled conditions for ducks at Mud Creek in Alburgh and geese at Dead Creek in Addison has been popular since the early 1970’s.

Applications must be filled out correctly and postmarked no later than August 22. There is no fee to apply.

A public drawing to award hunting permits will be held Friday, August 26 at 12:00 Noon at Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area headquarters off Route 17 in Addison. Attendance is not required. Successful applicants will be notified by mail and must pay a $10 permit fee on the day of the hunt.

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