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Wetland has potential

 
By Ed Godfrey    Comment on this article Leave a comment
Published: November 9, 2008
photo - A northern harrier flies upward at Drummond Flats, Oklahoma’s newest wetland development west of the town of Drummond, on Oct. 21. BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN
A northern harrier flies upward at Drummond Flats, Oklahoma’s newest wetland development west of the town of Drummond, on Oct. 21. BY PAUL HELLSTERN, THE OKLAHOMAN

DRUMMOND - Several pheasant were in the road. A bunch of coots and a few mallards were lounging on the water until my interruption.

A rough-legged hawk sat perched in a small tree. A Harrier’s hawk was circling, apparently looking for a meal.

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→What is it? A 4,000 acre public wildlife management area located eight miles southwest of Enid.

→Hunting opportunities: Usually will have dove, ducks and pheasant in fair to good numbers during seasons.

Quail hunting is limited. Non-toxic shot is required. Deer hunting is archery only.

→Bird watching: Shorebirds and wading birds are abundant during spring migrations.

→Camping and facilities: No camping is currently allowed as Drummond Flats is still being developed.

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