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q. Picking up, disturbing or taking governmentequipment, ordnance, munitions, or parts of the sameis prohibited.r. Disturbing, molesting, or removing trapsand/or trapped animals of trappers is prohibited.s. Persons recreating on Fort Drum are requiredto complete and return all surveys they receive fromFort Drum’s Natural Resources Branch.3. ACCESS PASSESa. Recreational Activities. A recreational activityon Fort Drum in regards to this regulation is definedas the following: hunting (including scouting); fishing;boating (including canoeing and kayaking); trapping;camping; target shooting (see paragraph 15(c));wildlife viewing and/or photography; harvesting fruit,mushrooms, ramps/leeks, asparagus, fiddleheads,dandelions, and/or rhubarb (for private use only andnot for commercial purposes); picnicking; hiking;geocaching; dog walking or training; cross countryskiing; snowshoeing; bicycling; horseback riding;snowmobiling (only in Training Areas 7E, 7F, and7G); and ATV riding (on recreational roads aroundTraining Areas 7E, 7F, and 7G).b. Firewood cutting is not defined as arecreational activity, but a pass must be obtainedthrough https://FortDrum.iSportsman.net and checkin/check-out procedures in paragraph 4 apply. SeeFort Drum Regulation 420-6 for more informationabout firewood cutting.c. Recreational Access Pass. In order toprovide safe and compatible use of the Fort DrumMilitary Installation, ALL persons utilizing the FortDrum Training Area for recreational use (includingdriving through the Training Area on a non-public ordesignated recreational road) must possess anddisplay a valid Fort Drum Recreational Access Pass.In the Cantonment Area, only persons engaged inhunting or game recovery must have an access passin their possession—see Section 9 for informationabout hunting in the Cantonment Area. RecreationalAccess Passes are valid beginning January 1 andexpire the following December 31. Fort DrumRecreational Access Passes are nontransferrable.d. Recreational Access Pass Exceptions. ARecreational Access Pass is not required:(1) To recreate in Mud Lake if access is gainedvia Lake Bonaparte, on the Black River or IndianPond if access is gained off the installation. If therecreationist sets foot on the shores of Fort Drum, aFort Drum Recreational Access Pass is required.(2) To recreate in the Cantonment Area for otherpurposes besides hunting.e. Recreational Access Passes are available online through the https://FortDrum.iSportsman.net website. There are ten types of recreational accesspasses: hunting-big game, hunting-small game,hunting-nighttime predator, hunting-cantonment area,hunting-disabled access, fishing-general, fishingnighttime, trapping, camping, and other recreationalactivities. Eligible recreationists may apply to anynumber of passes. Fort Drum Recreational AccessPasses are free of charge to all persons.f. By applying for an Access Pass on-line,registrants are acknowledging: the hold harmlessagreement; requirement to register weapons (ifapplicable); the requirement to obtain and possessapplicable New York State licenses; the applicant iseligible to obtain a permit and their access privilegesare not currently revoked; and all information istruthful and accurate.g. All recreationists on Fort Drum must havetheir valid Fort Drum Recreational Access Pass intheir vehicle even if parked on a public highway.Upon entry into the Training Area, the Fort DrumRecreational Access Pass must at all times be clearlydisplayed with the pass numbers facing up, on thedriver side dashboard, windshield, or window forevery person in the vehicle. If entering Fort Drumwithout a vehicle, the pass must be on their person.h. All recreationists 18 years of age or oldermust have a government-issued photo I.D. (e.g.,military I.D., driver’s license) on their person whileengaged in any recreational activity on Fort Drum.New York State hunting, fishing and/or trappinglicenses are required on Fort Drum. Governmentissued documents must be produced upon demandto any Law Enforcement Officer or individual whoprovides identification as an official of Fort Drum.i. Possession of a Fort Drum RecreationalAccess Pass does not give approval to enter theTraining Area without following appropriate check-inprocedures, in accordance with paragraph 4.4. CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT PROCEDURESa. Recreational Access Passes or ForestProduct/Firewood Permits must be obtained prior tocheck-in. See Paragraph 3 for access passinformation.b. Sportsman’s Hotline. Recreationalusers/firewood cutters must check-in dailytelephonically with Range Branch through theSportsman’s Hotline(https://FortDrum.iSportsman.net or1-855-267-9770). Check-in must be done prior toentering the Fort Drum Training Area or CantonmentArea Hunting Areas. The Sportsman's Hotline isupdated at approximately 3:00pm and lists thetraining areas that are open for recreation/firewoodcutting the following day. Recreationists may checkinto up to three areas at a time. If changing areas,recreationists must check-out and then check-inagain listing the new areas. Check-out is required atthe end of the day and must be completed two10th Mountain Division (LI) & Fort Drum Regulation 420-3 2020-20213

hours after sunset. Failure to comply with checkin/check-out procedures is grounds for terminatingthe individual's access to Fort Drum forrecreation/firewood cutting.c. Night or Overnight Activities. Recreationistsengaged in nighttime fishing, predator hunting, and/orcamping activities in the Fort Drum Training Areamust obtain the appropriate pass (hunting-nighttimepredator, fishing-nighttime, and/or camping) andcheck-in through the Sportsman’s Hotline(https://FortDrum.iSportsman.net or1-855-267-9770). Upon reaching their destination inthe Training Area, only recreationists engaged incamping must contact Range Branch (315-772-7152)and confirm their location and the number of campersin their party. These are the only recreational usersauthorized to be in the Fort Drum Training Areaoutside the hours in paragraph 5(p). No recreationistfrom 1 September – 30 March and 1 May – 31 Maymay drive in the Training Area two hours beforesunrise without contacting Range Branch(315-772-7152).d. A Joint Access Policy allows recreationists tofish and trap in training areas that are otherwiseclosed if recreational activities do not interfere withmilitary training. To determine if access is possible,anglers/trappers must check-in with Range Branchtelephonically (315-772-7152) or physically (Bldg.P-4855) to speak to Range Branch personnel. TheJoint Access Policy for hunting only exists forwaterfowl hunting in Training Areas 13A and 17B aspart of a lottery hunt (see paragraph 10 for moreinformation). If authorized by Range Branchpersonnel to access an area for fishing or trapping,check-in is still required via the Sportsman’sHotline—press “Joint Use” as an area option.e. If recreating only along a road and notentering a specific subtraining area (e.g., scouting,birdwatching, driving, etc.), then check-in via theSportsman’s Hotline and select “Road Recreation” asthe area option. The recreationist shall not leave themaintained portion of the road for “Road Recreation.”Driving to and from a subtraining area for recreation,is not considered “Road Recreation.”f. For check-in/check-out requirements forCantonment Area hunting, see paragraph 9(e).5. RESTRICTED AREAS & TIMESa. Fort Drum Military Installation, and any partthereof, may be closed without notice at thediscretion of the Installation Commander.b. Areas permanently closed to recreational useare posted with New York State yellow and green(Restricted Area) signs.c. Recreationists are prohibited from enteringenvironmental or archeological sensitive areasmarked with Off-Limits By Order of the Commandersigns or Seibert Stakes, either on foot or with motorvehicles. Seibert Stakes (a.k.a. Siber Stakes) consistof a 16 inch piece of PVC pipe with alternating ringsof white, red, and yellow reflective tape mounted on ametal post approximately 4 feet above the ground.A black strip runs down the backside of each SeibertStake. If this is visible, the recreationist is within asensitive area and must leave immediately.d. The Main Impact Area is off limits to allrecreationists.e. All permanently maintained structures inthe Training Area including ranges (e.g., towers,buildings, concrete bunkers, trenches, etc.)except latrines are off limits to all recreationists.f. No hunting is allowed in cemeteries. On FortDrum, cemeteries are denoted on the Fort DrumRecreational Use Map (reference appendix B).Cemetery boundaries are defined as the mowedgrassy areas around the gravesites.g. No shooting is allowed on or across anyrailroad track crossing Fort Drum.h. The Black River that borders Fort Drum isoff limits for all recreational activity by militarypersonnel except fishing from the banks inaccordance with Fort Drum Pamphlet 600-5.i. The islands on the Black River betweenTraining Areas 6A and 6C are not part ofFort Drum Military Installation.j. The reach of the Indian River adjacent to theMain Impact Area is off limits to all recreationalactivities. Fishing and boating is only permitted in theparts of the Indian River that are not adjacent to theMain Impact Area.k. Training Area 20 and Range 48 are off limitsat all times to recreationists.l. Training Areas 4A, 4B, 4D, 5A, and 5D areopen to all recreationists, but hunting is restricted toarchery and crossbow hunting only during the biggame season. These areas are not open during“muzzleloading only” seasons in WildlifeManagement Unit 6H. These areas are NOT part ofFort Drum’s Cantonment Area Hunting Area.Possession of firearms for any purpose in thesetraining areas during the big game season isprohibited. See NYSDEC Hunting Regulations for biggame season dates. Outside the big game season,small game hunters may use shotguns orarchery/crossbow, and trappers are allowed to use.22 rimfire weapons to dispatch trapped animals.m. Training Areas 6B and 6C are consideredpart of the Cantonment Area. See paragraph 9 forinformation regarding hunting in these areas.n. Training Area 5E is open to all hunters eligiblefor accessible accommodations in paragraph 11(a).No other recreational activities are allowed in thisarea. Refer to Paragraph 11(b) for more informationto hunt in this area.o. Training Area 6A is open to all recreationists,but no rifles (including .22 caliber) may be used. Allother weapons including crossbows, muzzleloaders10th Mountain Division (LI) & Fort Drum Regulation 420-3 2020-20214

and shotguns are allowed for hunting.p. Entry onto Fort Drum property by any meansmay begin two hours before sunrise. Recreationistsmust actively begin leaving Fort Drum at sunset andmust be off the installation no later than two hoursafter sunset. Persons requesting to remain on or toenter the Fort Drum Training Area outside normalrecreational hours listed above must be accompaniedby personnel from Range Branch (315-772-7152)and/or the Military Police, (315-772-5156 or 315-7725157), or possess a valid recreation pass for night orovernight activities (see paragraph 4(c)).q. Persons requesting to enter permanent ortemporarily off limits areas for wounded game,lawfully taken big game, lost hunters, etc., must beaccompanied by personnel from Range Branch (315772-7152) and/or the Military Police (315-772-5156 or315-772-5157). The use of ATVs and POVs arepermitted to access trails and roads not designatedas recreational roads for the purpose of recoveringlawfully taken big game in accordance with paragraph6(i) through 6(k).6. ROADS & MOTOR VEHICLESa. It is unlawful to consume alcohol or otherdrugs, or be under the influence of the same, whileoperating a motor vehicle or boat.b. Vehicles shall only be operated on roadwaysidentified as recreational roads (Appendix B), orotherwise permitted in accordance with paragraphs6(i) and 6(j). Signs stating “no civilian vehiclesbeyond this point” or “road closed” will be posted if adesignated recreational road is closed. Roads closedfor military training will be gated/barricaded.c. No off-road use of vehicles for 4-wheeling,mudding, etc. is allowed anywhere on Fort Drum.d. Use of recreational roads is permitted for thefollowing:(1) Traveling to any location in the Training Areaopen for recreation unless otherwise posted orbarricaded.(2) Certain recreational activities (e.g., wildlifeviewing, biking, horseback riding, and scouting) aslong as the recreationist does not leave the road andstops in a manner not obstructing traffic.(3) Traveling to or from your residence in themost direct route possible.e. Vehicle parking is restricted to designatedrecreational roads, in parking areas at Rangefacilities designated with a “P” on the Fort DrumRecreational Use Map (Appendix B), at angling sitesor other recreational use parking areas, or withintraining areas not more than 50 feet and clearly seenfrom a designated recreational road. All vehiclesmust be parked immediately next to training areasopen for recreational use on that given day. Allvehicles must be parked in such a manner to allowother vehicles safe passage, including not blockingaccess to other roads or trails not designated asrecreational roads.f. The speed limit for all motor vehicles on FortDrum roads/tank trails is 30 mph during daylighthours and 15 mph during hours of darkness. ATVsand snowmobiles will be operated during daylighthours only and the 30 mph speed limit applieseverywhere including off-road areas whereapplicable. The speed limit for all motor vehicles is 10mph when passing any pedestrian on the road.g. Recreationists may use headlights whiletraveling on roads and trails although travel should beminimized during hours of darkness to reduce conflictwith military operations.h. Motorized vehicles (including snowmobilesand ATVs) are prohibited in environmentally orarcheologically sensitive areas. See paragraph 5(c)for more information.i. POVs (e.g., cars and trucks) may be used ontrails and roads not designated as recreational roadsfor the following purposes:(1) Recovering lawfully taken big game. RangeBranch must be contacted (315-772-7152) forapproval BEFORE access on a non-recreationaltrail or road can occur. The transport of weaponsmust be in accordance with paragraph 7(d).(2) Hunters eligible for accessibleaccommodations in paragraph 11(a). See paragraphs11(d-f) for more information.j. Restricted use of snowmobiles and ATVs isallowed. The use of ATVs must be in accordancewith all applicable laws of New York State and ArmyRegulation 385–10, including paragraph 6(k) of thisregulation. Ranger and other side-by-side vehiclesthat weigh more than 1000 lbs. are not consideredATVs under NYS Law and are prohibited fromrecreational use on Fort Drum. Motorbikes notallowed for use on NYS public roads are notconsidered motorcycles or ATVs and are prohibitedfrom recreational use on Fort Drum. Snowmobilesand ATVs may be used for the following:(1) Snowmobiles for recreational riding intraining areas 7E, 7F, and 7G beginning December15 after the big game hunting season. Snowmobilesmust be transported into the Training Area by vehicleor trailer.(2) ATVs for recreational riding on designatedrecreational roads around Training Areas 7E, 7F, and7G only. ATVs must be transported into the TrainingArea by vehicle or trailer. No riding, parking or offloading is permitted on State Highway 3A.(3) ATVs and snowmobiles for Fort Drumapproved trapping activities. ATVs and snowmobilesmust be transported into the Training Area by vehicleor trailer, but they can be operated on roads and trailswhile following a trap line.(4) ATVs and snowmobiles for ice fishingactivities on Mud Lake, Indian Pond, and Indian andNarrow Lakes only. ATVs and snowmobiles must be10th Mountain Division (LI) & Fort Drum Regulation 420-3 2020-20215

transported into the Training Area by vehicle or trailer.The most direct route possible from the parkedvehicle to the waterbody must be taken.(5) ATVs on trails and roads not designated asrecreational roads for the purpose of recoveringlawfully taken big game. ATVs must be transportedinto the Training Area by vehicle or trailer. RangeBranch must be contacted (315-772-7152) forapproval BEFORE access on a non-recreationaltrail or road can occur in the Training Area. Noweapon can be carried on an ATV when recoveringbig game; otherwise, the transport of weapons mustbe in accordance with paragraph 7(d).(6) ATVs on Cool, Pannels, and North StarSpring Roads (Appendix D) for the purpose ofincreasing access and recovering lawfully taken biggame. ATVs must be transported to the designatedparking areas by vehicle or trailer. ATVs may only beused on and parked next to Cool, Pannels, and NorthStar Spring Roads (Appendix D)—no off-road use isallowed. The transport of weapons must be inaccordance with paragraph 7(d) and 11(d). Thespeed limit may not exceed 10 mph.(7) ATVs on trails and roads in Training Areas6A, 7E, 7F, 7G, and 17D not designated asrecreational roads for the purpose of hunting forthose eligible for accessible accommodations inparagraph 11(a). See paragraph 11(f) for moreinformation.k. To use ATVs on Fort Drum, the followingprovisions must be followed:(1) No persons younger than 18 years of agemay operate an ATV without adult supervision—thesupervising adult must remain within 500 feet of theyouth. Youth six years of age and older can onlyoperate an ATV with an engine size under 70CC;youth 12 years of age and older can operate an ATVwith an engine size 70-90CC; and youth 16 years ofage and older can operate an ATV with an enginesize over 90CC.(2) Passengers may not ride on ATVs unless thevehicle is designed to carry passengers.(3) Riders must remain seated while riding.(4) No “extreme” sport/riding. All four wheels willremain on the ground.(5) All persons operating an ATV must have allitems listed in Table 1 on their person and must showit if requested by Fort Drum authorities.Table1 Required DocumentationItem123DescriptionNYS proof of ATV Registration.Proof of NYS minimum required insurance( 50,000/ 100,000 for death, 25,000/ 50,000 forinjury, and 10,000 for property damage in any oneaccident).Proof of NYS certified ATV safety course.(6) All equipment listed in Table 2 must be wornwhile operating ATVs on Fort Drum.Table 2 Required EquipmentItem1234567DescriptionDepartment of Transportation compliant helmet.Eye protection that meets or exceeds ANSI Z87.1Standards (glasses, goggles, or face shield).Full-fingered gloves.Long-legged pants.Long-sleeved shirt (sleeves rolled down) or longsleeved jacket.Leather boots or over-the-ankle shoes.A high visibility garment such as road guard typevest or PT belt.7. WEAPONSa. All persons entering Fort Drum MilitaryInstallation Cantonment Area (including the areasaround Training Areas 6B and 6C) for the purpose ofhunting, skeet, shooting, etc., must first register theapplicable weapons in their possession with theDirectorate of Emergency Services. Persons withregistered weapons will receive a WeaponsRegistration Card that is to be kept in theirpossession at all times while on the installation withthose associated weapons. Weapons that requireregistration include: any cartridge-firing or muzzleloading rifle, shotgun, or handgun (pistol or revolver);pellet-firing rifles or handguns with muzzle velocity of600 FPS or higher; and crossbows. Bows, paintballguns, etc. do not need to be registered. Weapons doNOT need to be registered for access into the FortDrum Training Areas. See Fort Drum Regulation 19013 Chapter 8 for more information.b. It is unlawful to consume alcohol or otherdrugs, or be under the influence of the same, whileactively engaged in hunting or target shooting.c. No person shall discharge a firearm, bow, orcrossbow so that the projectile shall pass over anypart (to include from, on, or across) of a publichighway or railroad. A public highway is defined asany road maintained by a state, county or town, or aRecreational Road designated on theFort Drum Recreational Use Map, Appendix B.d. Most weapons including crossbows andcompound bows transported in a vehicle must beunloaded and cased. An unloaded weapon is afirearm without ammunition in the chamber and/ormagazine, if the magazine is in the firearm. Amuzzleloader is considered unloaded if thepercussion cap or primer is removed from the firearmor the primer pan is empty. A crossbow is consideredunloaded if it is uncocked and the bolt is removed. Acased weapon is a weapon inside a caseexpressly made to contain and fully enclose thatweapon in such a manner that no portion of the10th Mountain Division (LI) & Fort Drum Regulation 420-3 2020-20216

weapon is exposed when the case is zipped,snapped, buckled, tied, or otherwise fastene

(2) Archery/crossbow hunters in Archery Hunting Only Areas (including the Cantonment Area except in Cantonment Hunting Areas 74, rules or with written permission by the Fort Drum Fire 75, 79, and 80 during the regular deer season). (3) Archery/crossbow hunters while in a stand at least 10 feet above the ground outside an Archery Hunting Only Area.