Copperhead Hollow Wildlife Area Hunter Fact Sheet

2011 - 2012 Season

13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton, IL 62037

(618) 786-3323

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INTRODUCTION: The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is responsible for providing outdoor recreation opportunities for the resident of this State. This area is rolling with steep hills and deep hollows, covered with mature timber of oak-hickory type.

DESCRIPTION: Total Areas: 1349.3; Open Areas: 358; Timber Acres: 991.3; Huntable Acres: 1344

SITE REGULATIONS:

1. Free Site Hunting Permits (windshield cards) are required for species as noted. These are available online at www.dnr.illinois.gov. Navigate to hunting/trapping and then public hunting areas to print these permits. Hunters will be required to return to this website prior to February 15th each year to record harvest information. Failure to submit data will result in loss of hunting privileges for the following year.
2. No hunting within 100 yards of buildings.
3. When hunting, all vehicles must be parked at designated areas or along road shoulders. Driving in fields or on trails is prohibited.
4. No target or trap shooting is allowed.
5. It is unlawful to construct, or use any tree stand using nails, screws, wire, or any device which pierces or cuts the bark of the tree. Portable stands may be left unattended from September 15 - January 31, and must be legibly marked with the hunter's name, address, and telephone number. Only one tree stand is allowed per deer permit holder.
6. It is unlawful to drive deer, or participate in a deer drive on this property.
7. It is unlawful to possess any alcoholic beverage while hunting or trapping on this area.
8. It is unlawful for unauthorized person to use or occupy this area during any hunting season when authorized hunting is in progress.

SEASONS, HOURS, LIMITS:

TRAPPING: A drawing for trapping privileges will be held in conjunction with the drawing at Mississippi River State Fish and Wildlife Area.

OTHER SITE FACILITIES: Trailer and tent camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, restaurant and lodging are available at nearby Pere Marquette State Park.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Pere Marquette State Park at (618) 786-3323.

Equal opportunity to participate in programs of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and those funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other agencies is available to all individuals regardless of race, sex, national origin, disability, age, religion, or other non-merit factors. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact the funding source’s civil rights office and/or the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer, IDNR, One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL 62702-1271; (217)785-0067; TTY (217)782-9175.