The DOW will pay landowners to allow big game hunting access on their property -- similar to existing programs that allow access to hunt small game and upland birds.

Landowners must apply by Feb. 25.  Properties previously in the program must re-enroll to participate again in 2010. There will be a ranking process in which properties will be rated on a variety of factors. The 2010 program will begin with the fall hunting seasons.
Read the full press release for more information. 

Landowners whose properties meet BGAP requirements will receive payment for allowing hunters onto their land.  Payments to the landowner will range from 25-cents per acre up to a maximum of $3 per acre depending on the size of the property, type of the habitat and number of day's access is allowed.

This fourth year will provide ongoing private lands access while allowing the DOW time to complete the analysis of the first three years of the pilot program (2007-2009).  

If you'd like a hard copy of the brochure with paper applications included, you can pick one up at a local Division of Wildlife office or license agent. If you're out of state, see the brochure order form for non-residents.l