Rules and Regulations on GHRA Properties

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Only those properties purchased by the state through the GHRA program are open to the public for hiking, sightseeing, hunting and trapping. Those properties in the conservation easement program remain under the control of the owner and are open to public use only with the permission of the landowner. Please see the list of properties open to public use.

  • Only foot travel is allowed on GHRA properties. Horses and motorized vehicles including ATVs, are not allowed. Snowmobiles are only allowed on designated snowmobile trails.
  • All stands and blinds used for hunting and wildlife viewing must be non-permanent and removed by the end of each day.
  • Target shooting and shooting towards or within 100 yards of any buildings is illegal. It is important to be a good neighbor when using these properties so please be conscious of the adjacent houses and farms.
  • Camping, fires or overnight parking are not allowed on GHRA properties. Private and public campgrounds are available throughout the GHRA.
  • Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 8 feet during the nesting season, April 15 – July 31. At all times, be considerate of the neighboring property owners and make every attempt to prevent your dog from trespassing.
Please help keep these properties clean by picking up after yourself and when necessary, others. When money is spent on litter pick up and vandalism repairs, less money is available for wildlife habitat restoration. This directly affects you and the wildlife populations that depend on these properties.

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Last Revised: Wednesday April 05 2006