Dekorra Public Hunting Grounds
Dekorra Public Hunting Grounds is a 226-acre property located in Columbia County. Find it 8 miles northwest of Poynette off of Highway V just west of Interstate 90/94. The property consists of approximately 15 acres of wetland, 46 acres of upland and 165 forested acres.
This public hunting ground was established to provide the public with additional hunting and recreating opportunities.
Management Objectives
The Dekorra Public Hunting Grounds are primarily managed as an oak system, with a mixture of oak savanna and woodland occurring on this property. The property's objectives are to provide opportunities for hunting, trapping and wildlife watching. Habitat management is aimed at maintaining and restoring native flora on the property. Dependent upon funding, the management techniques employed may include prescribed fire, brushing, mowing and other invasive species removal efforts. Where possible, the oak savanna habitat may be expanded on this property.
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Recreation
The Dekorra Public Hunting Grounds offers many recreational opportunities:
- Birding
- Canoeing
- Cross-country skiing (no designated trail)
- Fishing
- Hiking (no designated trail)
- Dogs must be kept on a leash of no longer than 8ft from April 15 to July 31.
- Hunting (noted for: deer, squirrels, furbearers and turkey)
- Kayaking
- Snowshoeing (no designated trail)
- Trapping
- Wild edibles/gathering
- Wildlife viewing
Amenities:
- Bathroom - None
- Parking lot - There is one parking area available on the property.
- Campground and size - None
- Trails, Types and Lengths—No official trails are maintained for public use; only staff access lanes are mowed occasionally for service and management.
Maps
Download [PDF] a map of this property.
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