Existing collection in use without an OMB Control Number
No
Regular
Approved without change
03/30/2023
02/09/2023
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2026
36 Months From Approved
25
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6
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The Service enters into agreements and partnerships with nonprofit groups to facilitate and formalize collaboration between the parties in support of mutual goals and objectives as authorized by:
⢠The Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956 (16 U.S.C. 742a-742j);
⢠The National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. 668dd-ee), as amended;
⢠The Refuge Recreation Act of 1962 (16 U.S.C. 460k et seq.), as amended;
⢠The Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act of 1934 (16 U.S.C. 661-667e), as amended; and
⢠The National Wildlife Refuge System Volunteer and Community Partnership Enhancement Act of 1998 (16 U.S.C. 742f), as amended.
Since 2014, the Lenape National Wildlife Refuge Complex, in partnership with the New Jersey Chapters of the National Wild Turkey Foundation (NWTF), jointly administers mentored hunts on an annual basis. The mentored hunts occur on refuge property, and many of the mentors come from NWTF. The partnership provides would-be hunters with an opportunity to experience hunting by learning from Service staff and our partners through a mentored hunt program. The program not only provides the necessary hunting experience, but it also teaches the hunters about a variety of hunting topics, from ethics to shooting proficiency to wildlife ecology.
The program provides a great introduction to the rules and regulations that govern access, which can be a little overwhelming to new hunters. The Serviceâs partnership with the NWTF helps new hunters to better understand access, rules, regulations, and setting up on public land. The program provides applicants with an opportunity to start a new family tradition, harvest their own food in a sustainable manner, or enjoy the outdoors in a new manner which is a safe, inclusive, and fun way to enjoy their public lands.
US Code:
16 USC 668dd-ee
Name of Law: The National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966
US Code:
16 USC 460k et seq.
Name of Law: The Refuge Recreation Act of 1962
US Code:
16 USC 661-667e
Name of Law: The Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act of 1934
US Code:
16 USC 742a-742j
Name of Law: The Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956
US Code:
16 USC 742f
Name of Law: The National Wildlife Refuge System Volunteer and Community Partnership Enhancement Act of 1998
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Lenape National Wildlife Refuge Complex Mentored Hunt Application