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Wildlife viewing/photography blinds available at the South Shore Wildlife Management Area
2/29/08
Frankfort, Kentucky – Three wildlife viewing and photography blinds are now available to the public on the South Shore Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Greenup County. These blinds, formerly available only for hunting during regulated seasons, will now be available for wildlife viewing and photography every year beginning Feb. 1. Blinds will remain open until the wetlands dry out, which usually occurs from late May to late June.
The South Shore WMA is located along the Ohio River just northeast of the city of South Shore. To reach the area, go east on U.S. 23 from South Shore, and turn left onto a dirt and gravel road marked by a sign. A map of the WMA shows the location of each blind and provides detailed driving directions to the area. This map is available on the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources website: fw.ky.gov. Type in the keywords, “South Shore WMA map.”
The 95-acre South Shore WMA includes two shallow wetlands totaling about 20 acres. These wetlands attract a wide variety of waterfowl during the spring migration period. Wood ducks, black ducks, pintails, mallards, Canada geese, and green-winged and blue-winged teal are just some of the different waterfowl species encountered there during late winter and spring. Birdwatchers have also spotted bald eagles, northern harriers, American bitterns, great egrets, common snipe, herons and shorebirds around the area. Spring is an excellent time to see the males of various waterfowl species in their brilliant, breeding plumage.
Access to the blinds from the parking area near the WMA entrance is by foot travel only. Blinds are a one-quarter to a one-half mile walk from the parking area. Depending on the water levels, hip boots or chest-high waders are necessary to access blind No. 1. To avoid soggy feet, wear knee-high rubber boots to get the other two blinds. Each blind can accommodate most camera equipment and up to four people. Participants should bring portable seating with them.
Although the blinds are well concealed, visitors should minimize their noise and movement within the blinds to get the best opportunity to observe waterfowl. Getting into a blind before daybreak will reduce the risk of spooking waterfowl and allow observation of the morning flight. Blinds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No check-in or drawing is required.
The blinds will continue to be available for hunting only from autumn through the end of January. Consult a current Waterfowl Hunting Guide for rules. For more information about South Shore WMA and this remarkable wildlife viewing opportunity, call (606) 474-8535.
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The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources manages, regulates, enforces and promotes responsible use of all fish and wildlife species, their habitats, public wildlife areas and waterways for the benefit of those resources and for public enjoyment. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, an agency of the Commerce Cabinet, has an economic impact to the state of $4.8 billion annually. For more information on the department, visit our web site at fw.ky.gov.
Media Contact:
Richard Mauro (606) 474-8535
2/29/08
Frankfort, Kentucky – Three wildlife viewing and photography blinds are now available to the public on the South Shore Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Greenup County. These blinds, formerly available only for hunting during regulated seasons, will now be available for wildlife viewing and photography every year beginning Feb. 1. Blinds will remain open until the wetlands dry out, which usually occurs from late May to late June.
The South Shore WMA is located along the Ohio River just northeast of the city of South Shore. To reach the area, go east on U.S. 23 from South Shore, and turn left onto a dirt and gravel road marked by a sign. A map of the WMA shows the location of each blind and provides detailed driving directions to the area. This map is available on the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources website: fw.ky.gov. Type in the keywords, “South Shore WMA map.”
The 95-acre South Shore WMA includes two shallow wetlands totaling about 20 acres. These wetlands attract a wide variety of waterfowl during the spring migration period. Wood ducks, black ducks, pintails, mallards, Canada geese, and green-winged and blue-winged teal are just some of the different waterfowl species encountered there during late winter and spring. Birdwatchers have also spotted bald eagles, northern harriers, American bitterns, great egrets, common snipe, herons and shorebirds around the area. Spring is an excellent time to see the males of various waterfowl species in their brilliant, breeding plumage.
Access to the blinds from the parking area near the WMA entrance is by foot travel only. Blinds are a one-quarter to a one-half mile walk from the parking area. Depending on the water levels, hip boots or chest-high waders are necessary to access blind No. 1. To avoid soggy feet, wear knee-high rubber boots to get the other two blinds. Each blind can accommodate most camera equipment and up to four people. Participants should bring portable seating with them.
Although the blinds are well concealed, visitors should minimize their noise and movement within the blinds to get the best opportunity to observe waterfowl. Getting into a blind before daybreak will reduce the risk of spooking waterfowl and allow observation of the morning flight. Blinds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No check-in or drawing is required.
The blinds will continue to be available for hunting only from autumn through the end of January. Consult a current Waterfowl Hunting Guide for rules. For more information about South Shore WMA and this remarkable wildlife viewing opportunity, call (606) 474-8535.
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The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources manages, regulates, enforces and promotes responsible use of all fish and wildlife species, their habitats, public wildlife areas and waterways for the benefit of those resources and for public enjoyment. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, an agency of the Commerce Cabinet, has an economic impact to the state of $4.8 billion annually. For more information on the department, visit our web site at fw.ky.gov.
Media Contact:
Richard Mauro (606) 474-8535
