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Controlled Trapping Opportunities Available for Beaver and River Otter
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The application period for controlled beaver and river
otter trapping opportunities on Ohio’s public lands during the
2020-2021 season begins Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Ohio
Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The
application period is open until Thursday, Oct. 15.
Special permits are awarded for select areas to provide opportunities
for Ohio’s trappers. Interested individuals may apply for these
trapping permits using Ohio's Wildlife Licensing System at wildohio.gov.
See the complete list of beaver and river otter trapping opportunities
in the 2020-2021 Controlled Hunting Opportunities booklet. A
nonrefundable fee of $3 applies per entry. Because of social distancing
requirements, controlled trapping applications will only be accepted
online or by phone for the 2020-2021 season. No in-person drawings will
be available this year.
All applicants are required to possess a valid Ohio hunting license and
fur taker permit. Customers without internet access may call
1-866-703-1928 and apply by phone. There is an additional $5.50 service
fee to apply for the phone option.
Beaver and river otter trapping lotteries are grouped by region;
trappers may only apply in only one region. Find more information at
wildohio.gov on the Controlled Hunting and Trapping page.
Trappers will be randomly drawn from submitted applications. Selected
applicants will be notified by email by Monday, Oct. 19. The
application status is also available on the customer’s account through
Ohio’s Wildlife Licensing System.
The mission of the Division of Wildlife is to conserve and improve fish
and wildlife resources and their habitats for sustainable use and
appreciation by all. Visit wildohio.gov to find out more.
ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural
resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at
ohiodnr.gov.
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