Reelfoot and Lake Isom National Wildlife Refuges
| Hunting SEason | Dates & Regulations |
|---|---|
| Deer (Archery) | Reelfoot - Sept 24-Oct 28, Oct 31 – Nov 4, No hunter quota. Four deer, either sex (no more than two antlered). Counts toward statewide bag limit. Lake Isom - Sept 24-Oct 28, Oct 31 - Nov 4, 2011. No hunter quota. Four deer, either sex (no more than two antlered). Counts toward statewide bag limit. Note: the use of shot shells larger than No. 4 and center-fire ammunition to hunt or take any wildlife species on the refuge during the deer (archery) season is prohibited. |
| Deer (Archery/Muzzleloader/Gun) - Reelfoot Refuge Only |
One hunt. Nov 11-13, 2011. Hunter quota–150 (100 permits for Long Point Unit and 50 permits for Grassy Island Unit). Two deer, either sex (no more than one antlered). All deer harvested are bonus deer. Harvested deer must be reported at refuge check station. |
| Squirrel | Reelfoot - Aug 27-Oct 30, 2011. Spring squirrel season closed. Bag and possession limits in accordance with statewide season. Non-toxic shot only. Lake Isom - Aug 27-Nov 13, 2011. Spring squirrel season closed. Bag and possession limits in accordance with statewide season. Non-toxic shot only. |
| Raccoon | Sept 30 - Oct 15, 2011. No limit. Hunting hours – 7:00 pm until midnight only. Hunters must check out all raccoons for tagging. Non-toxic shot only. |
| Spring Turkey 2012 | One hunt. Apr 6-8, 2012. Hunter quota: Grassy Island-25, Long Point-25. Non-toxic shot only. Bag Limit: One (1) bearded turkey per season (considered a bonus bird). |
