Hunting Rules 2015-2016

Joint Base San Antonio Camp Bullis, TX

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TABLE OF CONTENTS JBSA POINTS OF CONTACT ................................................................................................................. SUMMARY OF CHANGE ......................................................................................................................... INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................... General .............................................................................................................................................. Unexploded Ordnance ...................................................................................................................... ISPORTSMAN ............................................................................................................................................ GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................... Public Access .................................................................................................................................... Area Access ...................................................................................................................................... Youth Hunters ................................................................................................................................... Hunters with Disabilities ................................................................................................................... Hunter Education .............................................................................................................................. Guests ................................................................................................................................................ GENERAL RULES .................................................................................................................................... 2015-2016 HUNTING INFORMATION .................................................................................................. Hunting Seasons ................................................................................................................................ Permit Fees ........................................................................................................................................ Hunting Licenses and Stamp Endorsements ..................................................................................... CONSERVATION LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER ........................................................................ HUNTING PROGRAM ............................................................................................................................. Census and Population Monitoring ................................................................................................... Hunting Area Management ............................................................................................................... Vegetation Management ................................................................................................................... Baiting/Supplemental Feeding .......................................................................................................... Hunting Equipment ........................................................................................................................... Harvested Animals ............................................................................................................................ Volunteers ......................................................................................................................................... MEANS AND METHODS ......................................................................................................................... Firearms ............................................................................................................................................ Firearm Caliber Reference Chart ...................................................................................................... Archery and Crossbows .................................................................................................................... ANIMALS AVAILABLE FOR HARVEST ............................................................................................. Dove .................................................................................................................................................. Quail .................................................................................................................................................. Rio Grande Turkey ........................................................................................................................... White-tailed Deer .............................................................................................................................. ANIMALS PROTECTED FROM HARVEST ........................................................................................ ADDITIONAL WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNTING INFORMATION .............................................. White-tailed Deer Quota ................................................................................................................... Individual White-tailed Deer Quota .................................................................................................. Check In, Tagging, and Tracking ..................................................................................................... White-tailed Deer Hunting Lottery ................................................................................................... White-tailed Deer Archery Hunting .................................................................................................. White-tailed Deer Firearm Hunting .................................................................................................. Sharing Stands During White-tailed Deer Season ............................................................................ 2 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

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REMINDERS .............................................................................................................................................. JBSA-CAMP BULLIS CANTONMENT AREA MAP ........................................................................... JBSA-CAMP BULLIS HUNTING MAP .................................................................................................

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JBSA-CAMP BULLIS POINTS OF CONTACT NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE (Building 6201) Hunter Assistance Line (210) 241-0185 Officer Archie Cooper Conservation Law Enforcement Officer (CLEO) [email protected] (210) 295-7875

Rustin Tabor Natural Resources Manager [email protected] (210) 295-7873

Shannon Carrasco Natural Resource Specialist [email protected] (210) 295-7873

Chad Grantham Natural Resource Specialist [email protected] (210) 295-0511

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY POINTS OF CONTACT RANGE OPERATIONS (Bldg 6110) (210) 295-7510

POLICE STATION (Bldg 5050) (210) 295-7557

FIRE DEPARTMENT (Bldg 5020) (210) 295-7600

WEAPONS SAFETY MANAGER (210) 671-2966

SUMMARY OF CHANGE FOR 2015-2016 This summary serves only to highlight some of the changes for the 2015-2016 hunting season(s). It is not a complete summary of changes as there will be updates and clarifications as needed. It is the hunter’s responsibility to take the time to read, understand, and fully comply with these rules in their entirety. If at any point you have questions or need additional clarification please contact one of the persons listed in the JBSACamp Bullis Points of Contact section. 

The iSportsman website (www.jbsa.isportsman.net) will handle ALL administrative and financial transactions for the JBSA-Camp Bullis hunting program. (See iSportsman section for further details).

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Check in/out and harvested animal check in will no longer take place at the JBSA Rod and Gun Center. Only harvested white-tailed deer need to be physically checked by Natural Resources staff at the Natural Resources check station. (See iSportsman and Harvested Animals sections for further details).

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INTRODUCTION JBSA-Camp Bullis allows access to natural resources to the extent appropriate and consistent with the military mission, safety, security requirements, and the sustainability of these natural resources. Hunting activities are allowed only in areas not being used for military training and when mission, security, natural resource, and safety conditions allow. Portions of the installation may be closed because of security, safety, military training requirements, fires, potential fire danger, inclement weather, or wildlife management objectives. In training areas, most recreational activities are limited to weekend and holiday periods to avoid conflicts with training exercises. All recreational activities, including hunting, at JBSA-Camp Bullis are subject to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. See Laws and Regulations tab on iSportsman ( www.jbsa.isportsman.net) for specific information. Violations of these hunting rules are punitive and may be punishable under the UCMJ via Article 92(1) for Active Duty Military Members. Civilian personnel are subject to administrative action, such as but not limited to suspension or revocation of their hunting privileges if it is determined that they have violated these hunting rules.

SAFETY In case of emergency, call Range Operations at (210) 295-7510. GENERAL: All individuals wishing to hunt on JBSA-Camp Bullis are responsible for knowing and complying with all safety restrictions, policies, and procedures as they relate to the JBSA-Camp Bullis hunting program. 

All hunters and scouters during active hunting seasons must visibly wear 400 square inches of daylight fluorescent orange with 144 square inches appearing on both chest and back, and daylight fluorescent orange headwear must be worn while hunting EXCEPT for persons hunting game birds and/or migratory birds and persons stationary hunting within their blind or stand.

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Existing hunting stands are no longer maintained, however, they can be used at your own risk.

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Rifle stands both elevated and box blinds will be oriented so all shots are taken in a downward direction using terrain features and vegetation as additional buffer.

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A minimum distance of 200 meters must be maintained between all individual hunting locations at all times. A minimum buffer of 100 meters will be maintained from the hunter’s location to any roadway, building, or the installation boundary.

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Discharging a firearm within 100 meters of, toward, or over any road or structure is prohibited.

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Hunting from any vehicle is prohibited.

UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE (UXO) There is a large quantity of UXO remaining on JBSA-Camp Bullis. Any type of UXO, flares, simulators, or unidentified objects should be considered extremely dangerous. If any type of UXO is found, mark the location and report it immediately to Range Operations. Under no circumstance should the object be handled, moved, or disturbed in any manner.

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iSPORTSMAN JBSA-Camp Bullis utilizes iSportsman, www.jbsa.isportsman.net to handle administrative and financial transactions for the JBSA-Camp Bullis hunting program. All financial transactions are NONREFUNDABLE. This site will also provide an online automated white-tailed deer stand lottery system, conduct the sale of all hunting/ scouting permits, centralize all area check in/out procedures, and provide an informative and interactive kiosk and website to better keep hunters up to date with specific information related to the hunting program on JBSA-Camp Bullis. Checking into an area can be performed by phone (1-855-233-8882), JBSA iSportsman website, or at the kiosk located at the Natural Resources Office, building 6201. Individuals MUST use the iSportsman kiosk to Check Out for the day or to change areas. For an iSportsman account, click “Register” to create a User Account and ID. Please fill out all information completely. If an account has already been created, verify that a PIN has been established for use with the iSportsman telephony system. Click “Update Registration” from “My Account” to create a PIN.

GENERAL INFORMATION PUBLIC ACCESS Public access is restricted on Joint Base San Antonio for security, antiterrorism, and force protection purposes. It has been determined that the possession of weapons on the installation by members of the public (except law enforcement personnel) presents a risk to military safety and security on JBSA. Therefore, hunting activities at JBSA-Camp Bullis are limited to Department of Defense active duty military, military retirees, active duty military dependents, and civilians that possess a valid DoD photo identification card. People without Department of Defense (DoD) ID cards require identity proofing and vetting to determine their fitness and eligibility for access to JBSA-Camp Bullis. They also must provide justification or purpose for access and be sponsored by an individual or organization before access is granted. For information or questions concerning these procedures and Application for Installation Access Credential/Entry Authorization List Request can contact the 502nd Security Forces Squadron at [email protected], (210) 221-9205/2570 or the 502nd SFS/S3 Police Desk, (210) 221-2222.

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Table 1 below identifies the user categories and the current recreational facilities/resources available for their use. Each participant must possess their own DoD identification card except dependents less than 10 years of age. Scouting

Hunting (General)

Hunting (White-tailed Deer)

Military (Active Duty/Active Reserve)

YES

YES

YES

Military (Retiree)

YES

YES

YES

Military (Spouse/Dependent)

YES

YES

YES

DoD Civilian (Employee)

YES

YES

YES

DoD Civilian (Retiree)

YES

YES

YES

Installation Prime Contractor

NO

NO

NO

General Public

NO

NO

NO

Eligibility Category

AREA ACCESS Access to and from the hunting and scouting areas will be controlled through a sign in - sign out process using the iSportsman web-based system (www.jbsa.isportsman.net) and the iSportsman kiosk located at the Natural Resources Office (NRO), building 6201. Access will be based on area availability as scheduled through Range Operations and posted on the 21-Day Area Availability located on the Hunting tab of the JBSA iSportsman website. Personnel are required to furnish their own transportation to and from their assigned area. Individuals will check into iSportsman prior to going into the field via computer, smart phone, kiosk, or other device capable of accessing the internet or by calling (855) 233-8882. Hunters must go to the kiosk in person to check out or change hunting areas. Permits will be issued by the iSportsman system and can be printed from the website or kiosk. Hunting or scouting permits must be retained on your person at all times while in the field. The top portion of a valid permit from the bar code up will be used as a parking permit and must be visibly displayed on the dashboard or windshield of the vehicle while in the field. It is recommended that your pin number is marked out to avoid unauthorized use of permits for check in/out procedures. Directional signs are posted indicating the specific routes to be taken to all of the various areas. Color maps of training areas may be printed from the iSportsman website. Vehicles will be parked immediately adjacent to the nearest roadway or trail, in a manner which does not restrict travel on the road or trail. Upon termination of the activity, individuals will return directly to the NRO to check out. In the event that troops or installation personnel are observed in the area, return to the NRO and report it to the Natural Resources staff on duty. If no one is available, call (210) 241-0185 and leave a message or contact personnel listed on the Natural Resources POC. Personnel are required to travel directly to their authorized hunting or scouting locations per JBSA Integrated Defense and Anti-terrorism Plan. Departure from these routes could result in action from Security Forces.

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YOUTH HUNTERS Youth Hunters are defined by Texas Parks and Wildlife as a person less than 17 years of age at the date of license purchase. A hunting permit is required for all youth hunters. All youth hunters must be directly supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times and for all activities while in the training areas. HUNTERS WITH DISABILITIES Contact the NRO for information regarding options available for youth and adults possessing a valid proof of disability as defined by Texas Parks and Wildlife hunting regulations. HUNTER EDUCATION Every hunter (including out-of-state hunters), must complete a Hunter Education Training Course. Proof of certification is required to be on your person while hunting. Courses taken in other states are valid in the State of Texas. Call (800) 792-1112 or visit www.tpwd.texas.gov/outdoor-learning/hunter-education for more information about various course options. NOTE: Bowhunter education does not substitute for Hunter Education certification, but is recommended for those utilizing archery equipment. GUESTS All guests must be registered with iSportsman and have the required guest permit (free pass) on your person at all times. The host is responsible for the actions of his guest while on the premises. IMPORTANT: No guest user can carry/shoot a weapon while on the premises…ever. The guest user is only to observe (or to perform calls, etc.) and does not consume any available occupancy slots during compartment hunting seasons. So a host and guest can check into an area with only 1 available occupancy slot remaining. Also, guests must remain with host at all times. Guest will not be able to check in with the guest permit until after their host checks in. Deer Stands: The host can bring a non-hunting guest to his deer stand. The owner of the deer stand (lotto winner) can grant access to his deer stand to other properly registered permit holders, who then are considered members of that deer stand. Those members can also bring 1 guest with them. Members are NOT permitted to harvest white-tailed deer, which is only reserved for the owner of the stand.  

Hunting: One (1) non-hunting guest is allowed. Guests may not carry, hold, or shoot a weapon. Scouting: Up to three (3) guests are allowed for scouting and or hunting equipment maintenance.

GENERAL RULES The use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs prior to, or in conjunction, with any hunt is prohibited. Alcoholic beverages will not be taken into any part of the training area. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all areas except the ORC, and the park during approved functions. Firearms and archery equipment are only allowed in the training areas with a valid hunting permit issued via iSportsman. They are prohibited from the training areas without a permit. All firearms must be unloaded and secured in personal vehicles during transport per Security Forces policy. Hunting with dogs is allowed for dove and quail hunting only. A current rabies tag & owner name and phone number must be affixed on their collar or harness. Dogs must be kept on a leash when they are not engaged in 7 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

hunting. When engaged in hunting the dog must be under the direct voice command of the owner. Dogs will not be used for tracking wounded game without the prior coordination and approval of the natural resource staff. Building and/or lighting of fires is prohibited. It is illegal to hunt under another individual's permit or hunting license. Federal, State, and Air Force laws and regulations strictly prohibit treasure hunting, use of metal detectors, or disturbance of historical or archeological sites, to include arrowhead hunting or similar activities. Violations of these rules are punitive and may be punishable under the UCMJ via Article 92(1) for Active Duty Military Members or federally under the Archeological Resource Protection Act. Violations of the Hunting Regulations are punitive and may be punishable under the UCMJ via Article 92(1) for Active Duty Military Members or federally under the Lacey Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Endangered Species Act, Title 10 Section 2671, Assimilated Crimes Act and/or State of Texas Administrative Code. In the event an individual gets lost or injured, stop immediately, stay in place, and call Natural Resources personnel for assistance at (210) 241-0185 or Range Operations at (210) 295-7510. Vehicles will not be driven off maintained roads, to deer stands, or into other areas. If your vehicle breaks down en route to or from an area, you should send for assistance, if possible, and remain with your vehicle. In the event that it becomes necessary for you to walk for help, stay on the roads. Do not try to walk across country or cross fences. Use of off-road vehicles such as ATV’s, UTV’s, etc. is not authorized at any time.

2015-2016 HUNTING INFORMATION All hunting seasons and timeframes on JBSA-Camp Bullis will be in accordance with the Texas Administrative Code Title 31, Part 2, Chapter 65. Seasons and hunting times may be limited based on mission, safety, or game population management requirements. Hunters are responsible for knowing, understanding, and complying with all laws, rules and regulations set forth by the United States, the State of Texas, Headquarters 502nd Air Base Wing, and these hunting rules. Military training will always take priority over any and all outdoor recreational activities. The Army Support Activity will provide scheduling, access, and any additional use restrictions on outdoor recreational activities pursuant to mission and training requirements. There will be no hunting within the impact area (TA9), TA 6B, or the Cantonment as defined by the 2015-2016 Hunting Area map located on the last page of this document and at iSportsman webpage. JBSA-Camp Bullis utilizes compartment style hunting in all seasons except white-tailed deer season (see page 19). The definition of compartment hunting is an individual has the ability to select a training area to hunt any legal species within that area (see Animals Available for Harvest). Individuals with a valid hunting permit may select any open area for hunting via iSportsman until the hunter capacity is reached for that unit. All standard hunting rules, regulations, and safety buffers apply as identified in the Safety section. Personal equipment may be set up and used but is required to be removed completely no later than the last day of the valid permit. All 8 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

personal hunting equipment placed in the field is required to be labeled; clearly stating name and iSportsman permit number. 2015-2016 JBSA-CAMP BULLIS HUNTING SEASONS In addition to a hunting license, a migratory game bird stamp endorsement is required to hunt any migratory game bird, including mourning dove and white-winged dove. An upland game bird stamp endorsement is required to hunt turkey and quail. DOVE (Mourning and White-winged)

September 1-October 2

NORTHERN BOBWHITE QUAIL

October 31-February 28

RIO GRANDE TURKEY FALL SEASON (Archery-Only): FALL SEASON (General):

October 3-November 6 November 7-January 3

SPRING SEASON (General): WHITE-TAILED DEER ARCHERY- ONLY: GENERAL SEASON:

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March 19-May 1 October 3-November 6 November 7-January 3

Regardless of stated hunting seasons, General Permit hunting is not available during White-tailed Deer season unless a hunter is authorized to share a stand (see Sharing Stands During White-tailed Deer Season). Legal shooting hours for all game animals EXCEPT dove is the period from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset (See www.sunrisesunset.com/usa/Texas.asp). Legal shooting hours for dove is the period from one-half hour before sunrise to sunset (See www.sunrisesunset.com/usa/Texas.asp). Hunting days are Friday-Sunday unless stated otherwise. Scouting days are Thursday-Monday unless stated otherwise. See the 21-Day Area Availability on the Hunting tab of www.jbsa.isportman.net for specific dates of hunting or scouting activities. See www.jbsa.isportsman.net for additional seasons as they become available.

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2015-2016 PERMIT FEES (Non-refundable) SCOUTING PERMIT DAILY .................................................................................................................................................... $5 ANNUAL .............................................................................................................................................. $15 GENERAL PERMIT* DAILY ................................................................................................................................................... $35 WEEKEND (Friday-Sunday) ................................................................................................................ $75 MONTHLY (4 consecutive weekends) ............................................................................................... $150 ANNUAL ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ $250 WHITE-TAILED DEER LOTTERY ............................................................................................................. $10

WHITE-TAILED DEER PERMIT (Expires January 3, 2016) .................................................................... $250

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Scouting permits allow individuals access to hunting areas for scouting. Active hunting permits include scouting activities and a scouting permit is not needed. General permits allow compartment style hunting and allow harvest of all legal animals in season EXCEPT white-tailed deer. During purchase of general permits (daily, weekend, and/or monthly) users can change the start date for the permit to become valid. Start date must be a valid hunting or scouting day. White-tailed Deer permits allow harvest of all legal animals in season during the white-tailed deer season ONLY. Can only be purchased if selected from the White-tailed Deer Lottery. JBSA-Camp Bullis Hunting Permits will only be valid based on the dates specified on the permit at the time of purchase. * All permits expire August 31, 2016 unless stated otherwise.

HUNTING LICENSES AND HUNTING STAMP ENDORSEMENTS NOTE: Except as noted below, no STATE stamp endorsements are required for anyone under 17 years of age (resident or non-resident), holders of Lifetime Resident Combination, or Lifetime Resident Hunting licenses. The youth hunting license and state stamp exemptions remain valid for the entire license year. Hunting License A State of Texas hunting license is required of any person, regardless of age, who hunts any animal or bird in Texas. Archery Stamp Endorsement Required to hunt deer or turkey during an Archery-Only open season. Texas Migratory Game Bird Stamp Endorsement Required to hunt any migratory game bird (mourning dove and white-winged dove). Upland Game Bird Stamp Endorsement Required to hunt turkey or quail. Non-residents who purchase the Non-resident Spring Turkey License are exempt from this stamp endorsement requirement. 10 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

CONSERVATION LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (CLEO) The CLEO (Game Warden) is responsible for ensuring that fish and wildlife laws on JBSA-Camp Bullis are enforced in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as other applicable regulations. Violations of these hunting regulations are punitive and may be punishable under the UCMJ via Article 92(1) for Active Duty Military Members. Civilian personnel are subject to administrative action, such as but not limited to suspension or revocation of their hunting privileges if it is determined that they have violated these hunting rules. The CLEO is the JBSA-Camp Bullis law enforcement official for federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to fish, wildlife, and natural resources. Participants will report all game violations or observed trespassing to the CLEO, Natural Resource Manager, Installation Police, and/or Range Operations.

HUNTING PROGRAM CENSUS AND POPULATION MONITORING The Natural Resource Manager (NRM) is responsible for conducting an annual census of game animals to ensure adequate population levels are maintained to support recreational harvest while maintaining a sustainable wildlife population without depleting the vegetative community. Additionally the NRM sets all harvest quotas associated within each animal species to be harvested by area. Once any segment of the quota has been reached for a management area the NRM will close hunting in that area. In the event that hunting cannot occur or does not meet the population goal for a segment of the population, the NRM will take appropriate action to ensure population management goals are met. HUNTING AREA MANAGEMENT Hunting intensity for all animal species will be based on the total acreage of a training area and safety considerations of the hunting activity and weapon type. Firearm Hunting areas for white-tailed deer may support less hunter density in some cases, than the straight average due to stand placement and orientation for safety reasons. The average white-tailed deer hunting density will be no more than 1 hunter per 85 acres. The average hunting density for compartment hunting will be no more than 1 hunter per 150 acres. The hunting intensity by training area is found in the chart below.

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Training Area

Max. Number Max. Number Weapon Type (WTD ) (Compartment) (WTD)

Acreage

Management Unit

Cantonment

No Hunting

No Hunting

n/a

734.66

Edwards West

TA 1A

8

5

Archery

692.24

Cibolo Creek West

TA 1B

10

5

Archery

808.71

Cibolo Creek West

TA 1C

7

4

Firearm

570.15

Cibolo Creek West

TA 2A

8

5

Archery

697.57

Cibolo Creek West

TA 2B

11

6

Firearm

925.65

Cibolo Creek West

TA 2C

5

3

Archery

391.88

Cibolo Creek West

TA 2D

9

5

Archery

799.61

Meusebach Creek

TA 3A

10

5

Firearm

811.00

Lewis Creek

TA 3B

10

5

Firearm

821.41

Lewis Creek

TA 3C

12

7

Firearm

1012.38

Lewis Creek

TA 4A

4

2

Firearm

337.15

Lewis Creek

TA 4B

12

7

Firearm

1034.92

Lewis Creek

TA 4C

9

5

Firearm

784.64

Lewis Creek

TA 5A

9

5

Firearm

723.78

Meusebach Creek

TA 5B

18

10

Archery

1507.67

Meusebach Creek

TA 5C

12

7

Firearm

977.98

Meusebach Creek

TA 5D

13

8

Firearm

1137.34

Meusebach Creek

TA 5E

16

9

Archery

1381.80

Meusebach Creek

TA 6A

18

7

Archery

1017.58

Glen Rose

TA 6B

No Hunting

No Hunting

n/a

512.81

Glen Rose

TA 7

20

11

Archery

1724.28

Glen Rose

TA 8A

5

3

Archery

442.15

Edwards West

TA 8B

4

2

Archery

364.95

Edwards West

TA 9

No Hunting

No Hunting

n/a

6010.61

Panther Creek

TA 10

6

3

Archery

479.15

Edwards East

TA 11A

7

4

Archery

594.22

Edwards East

TA 11B

7

4

Archery

591.65

Edwards East

VEGETATION MANAGEMENT Vegetation cutting and removal is restricted to the removal of limbs and branches less than 3” in diameter necessary for the placement of hunting equipment or access to individual areas. The 3” measurement is at the base of the vegetation or at the limbs origin from a main trunk, it is not a midpoint measurement. All cuts must be painted with pruning paint immediately after cutting except those on Ashe Juniper (cedar) trees. There are no “grandfathering” provisions related to vegetation protection. It is up to the individual hunter upon their first visit to their individual hunting area to immediately report any bark penetrating devices/damage and any cuts on vegetation larger than 3” in diameter and report to the NRM or CLEO. BAITING/SUPPLEMENTAL FEEDING For endangered species management, bait or supplements of any kind may not be placed in select locations on JBSA-Camp Bullis between 28 February and 15 August and must be removed no later than 28 February or last day of permit, whichever comes first. Additionally no baits or attractants may be placed within 50 meters of a sensitive cave or karst feature during any time of the year. Direct questions or concerns to NR Cave Management Team, phone 210-295-7817 or 7576. Please see the interactive map for non-baiting locations on the iSportsman website, www.jbsa.isportsman.net. 12 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

Only clean shelled corn or commercially produced white-tailed deer specific products (pelletized protein, bait blocks, and mineral blocks) may be used. Powders used in feeders as additives to corn are acceptable if it is commercially produced. Non-processed fruits and vegetables may be used as attractants. No use of feed types such as “horse & mule” feed, sweet feed, alfalfa or other hays, etc. are allowed. HUNTING EQUIPMENT Portable hunting stands are allowed; however, all equipment must be removed completely no later than the last day of the hunters permit or last day of the current hunting season, whichever is first. Driving nails, spikes, or other objects into trees or hunting from trees in which any objects have been driven into a tree is prohibited. All equipment must be clearly labeled with the hunter’s name and iSportsman permit number. The installation is not responsible for theft of hunting stands or equipment. Please report any issues related to damage or theft of personal property to the installation police. HARVESTED ANIMALS All animals harvested, except birds, on JBSA-Camp Bullis must be field dressed prior to bringing them to the check station at the NRO. Field dressing is the removal of internal organs, all other pieces/parts of the animal shall stay intact, as a total harvested animal. Individuals who need assistance field dressing may ask, but will be required to move outside the cantonment for field dressing. There are several resources on the internet to learn how to field dress deer. The TPWD video on YouTube (www.youtube.com), “Field Dressing Deer-Texas Parks and Wildlife” and article “How to Field-Dress a Deer” found on the Quality Deer Management Association (www.qdma.com) website are a couple examples on the techniques of how to properly field dress a deer. All game processing on JBSA-Camp Bullis will be in accordance with the laws adopted under Texas Administrative Code Title 31, Part 2, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code Title 5, Chapter 62. All harvested animals are subject to both passive and intrusive data collection by the NRO, meaning samples of bone, blood, or tissue may be collected. Intrusive methods will not be conducted in any way that alters the condition of the meat or cape of animals identified to be mounted. Individuals tracking wounded game, white-tailed deer or other authorized species, during white-tailed deer season, must remain within their assigned individual hunting area. In the event an animal cannot be located within that distance the hunter is to report to the NRO for additional direction or support if available. Tracking beyond the specified distances will be allowed to occur only under the direction of NR staff. In the event that tracking is called off after dark, the individual may be allowed to return to the field for tracking purposes the following morning under the direction of the natural resources staff. During all other seasons, when Compartment Hunting is authorized, the hunter may track wounded game anywhere within the assigned compartment hunting area. In the event an animal cannot be located within their assigned area the hunter is to report to the NRO for additional direction or support if available. Tracking beyond the specified distances will be allowed to occur only under the direction of installation staff. In the event that tracking is called off after dark, the individual may be allowed to return to the field for tracking purposes the following morning under the direction of the natural resources staff. VOLUNTEERS Volunteers are an integral part of the natural resource and outdoor recreational programs. Natural resource and outdoor recreation volunteer hours may be tracked and logged for participation in sanctioned recognition or awards programs. Volunteers will not receive any preferential treatment with regard to any hunting activity. 13 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

MEANS AND METHODS FIREARMS Centerfire ammunition of the calibers listed in Figure 1.1 are the only authorized firearms for use during the white-tailed deer hunting season in the firearm authorized areas. All other seasons and compartment hunts are restricted to limited distance weapons consisting of archery equipment, shotguns, and muzzleloader (traditional and inline).

.223 Rem

3,240

Bullet Weight (Grains) 55

.225 Win

3,570

55

SP

3,211

3,937

.22-250 Rem

3,680

55

HP

3,501

3,202

.243 Win

2,960

100

SP

4,000

3,658

.25-20 Win

1,460

86

SP

2,446

2,237

.25-35 Win

2,230

117

SP

3,183

2,911

.250 Savage

2,820

100

SP

3,836

3,508

6.8 Rem SPC

2,625

115

SP

3,400

3,109

7mm-08 Rem

2,875

140

SP

4,400

4,024

7mm Mauser

2,660

139

SP

4,196

3,837

.280 Rem

2,890

150

SP

4,446

4,066

.284 Win

2,860

150

SP

4,423

4,045

.30-30 Win

2,390

150

SP

3,010

2,753

.30-30 Win

2,200

170

SP

3,307

3,024

.308 Win

2,620

180

SP

4,170

3,814

8x57 Mauser

2,360

170

SP

2,871

2,626

.348 Win

2,520

200

SP

3,632

3,322

.35 Rem

2,020

200

SP

2,647

2,421

.35 Whelen

2,400

250

SP

3,500

3,201

.358 Win

2,490

250

SP

3,964

3,625

.405 Win

2,200

300

SP

2,000

1,829

.444 Marlin

2,350

240

SP

2,221

2,031

.45-70 Govt

1,315

405

SP

3,500

3,201

.450 Marlin

2,225

325

SP

3,500

3,201

Caliber

Muzzle Velocity (feet per second)

Bullet Style

Max Range (Yards)

Max Range (Meters)

FMJBT

3,843

3,515

Figure 1.1 FIREARM CALIBER REFERENCE CHART: Only firearm calibers and cartridges that do not exceed a maximum range of 4,100 meters will be allowed at JBSA-Camp Bullis. The chart below lists the firearm cartridges and calibers to be used on JBSA-Camp Bullis that fall within a 4,100 meter maximum range. Shotguns and black powder weapons are allowed as long as they meet these and all other state or federal use requirement for taking game animals. Approximate maximum distance was obtained from National Rifle Association Firearms Sourcebook and was arrived at using factory ammunition having the longest average bullet flight distances under standard conditions with the muzzle elevated between 28 and 34 degrees. Heavier bullet weights or lower muzzle velocity figures in each caliber will have shorter average flight distances. Only soft point factory loaded ammunition will be allowed no exceptions. For questions regarding approved calibers and cartridges please contact the 502 ABW Weapons Safety Manager (see page 3).

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Bullet Type: o FMJBT: Full Metal Jacketed Boat Tail (for weight reference only, prohibited for hunting purposes) o HP: Hollow Point (for weight reference only, prohibited for hunting purposes) o SP: Soft Point

ARCHERY AND CROSSBOWS Archery equipment is the only authorized weapon for use during the white-tailed deer season in archery authorized areas. Longbows, Compound bows, or Recurved bows:  There is no minimum draw requirement Crossbows  Required to have a minimum pull of 125 pounds  Required to have a mechanical safety  Required to have a stock not less than 25 inches in length Projectiles (Arrows and Crossbow Bolts)  While hunting game animals and game birds, a projectile may not be poisoned, drugged, or explosive  When used to hunt turkey and all game animals other than squirrels, a projectile must be equipped with a broadhead hunting point that is at least 7/8-inch in width (upon impact) and has a minimum of two cutting edges. A mechanical broadhead must begin to open upon impact and, when open, must be a minimum of 7/8-inch in width  An archer may have arrows/bolts with filed, target, or judo points in the quiver with the broadhead hunting points

ANIMALS AVAILABLE FOR HARVEST The following list of animals are allowed to be harvested on JBSA-Camp Bullis; with the appropriate permit and during designated hunting seasons. Any species not having a state specified harvest season may be harvested concurrent with hunting activities within any open season and requires purchase of a General or White-tailed Deer Hunting Permit. This is based on adequate game population levels annually pursuant to the Sikes Act, or their designation as feral/exotic by the state of Texas. If the animal harvested is a furbearer by state law the animal must be used for personal use only. No trapping or sale of pelts is allowed. Aoudad Sheep*

Eastern Cottontail

Mourning Dove

White-tailed Deer

Axis Deer*

Feral Cat*

Northern Bobwhite Quail

White-winged Dove

Black-tailed Jackrabbit

Feral Dog*

Raccoon

* Exotic Species

Catalina Goat*

Feral Pig*

Rio Grande Turkey

Coyote

Fox Squirrel

Rock Squirrel

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DOVE  Migratory Game Bird Stamp required  It is against the law to hunt doves with the aid of bait, or on or over any baited area.  Compartment style hunting with General Permit  Daily Bag Limit: 15 Mourning and/or White-winged doves in the aggregate QUAIL (Northern Bobwhite)  Upland Game Bird Stamp required.  Daily Bag Limit: 15 RIO GRANDE TURKEY  Upland Game Bird Stamp required  It is against the law to hunt roosting turkeys by any means at any time.  Compartment style hunting with General Permit or selected hunting stand location with White-tailed Deer permit during Fall Season only.  Fall Season: Either sex  Spring Season: Gobblers, Jakes, or Bearded Hens only  Bag Limit: 4 (all seasons combined); no more than one (1) jake per regulatory year.  All turkey must be tagged with a tag from the hunter’s license IMMEDIATELY upon harvest, and in a secure manner anywhere on the turkey. WHITE-TAILED DEER A legal white-tailed deer must meet the following criteria to be acceptable for harvest. Any white-tailed deer harvested outside of these criteria will be confiscated and the hunter will forfeit the remainder of their individual quota. 

Buck: Antler restrictions apply to JBSA-Camp Bullis for managing and improving the age structure of the deer population. The individual bag limit is two legal bucks, but only ONE may have an inside spread of 13 inches or greater. A legal buck deer is defined as having: o a hardened antler protruding through the skin AND; o at least one unbranched antler; OR o an inside spread measurement between main beams of 13 inches or greater (does not apply to a buck that has an unbranched antler).

To determine if a buck has an inside spread measurement of at least 13 inches, look at the distance from ear-tip to ear-tip on a buck with ears in the alert position. This is only a reference and some deer may or may not measure 13 inches from ear-tip to ear-tip. See illustration below.

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Doe: o Must be at least 1 ½ years old or older

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Fawn: o The harvest of any white-tailed deer (either sex) younger than 1 ½ years of age is prohibited.

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Collared Research Deer: o Deer fitted with research collars may be harvested only in locations North of Cowgill Road.

To avoid violating harvest restrictions, it is recommended to not attempt to harvest an animal if the age or antler size is in question. For additional information on aging or judging white-tailed deer, see Natural Resources staff.

ANIMALS PROTECTED FROM HARVEST The following list of animals are protected from harvest on JBSA-Camp Bullis. At no time are they to be harassed, harmed, or hunted due to low or limited populations pursuant to the Sikes Act. Bobcat

Opossum

Ring-tailed Cat

Non-game Birds

Gray Fox

Porcupine

Skunks

Non-game Mammals

Mountain Lion

Red Fox

Non-game Amphibians

Non-game Reptiles

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ADDITIONAL WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNTING INFORMATION WHITE-TAILED DEER QUOTAS Annual surveys are conducted each August to observe the white-tailed deer population and ratios. These surveys are used to calculate the estimated population of the deer herd and determine the total number of deer allowed for harvest based on sex ratios, fawn production, and quality of the habitat within the management units. Quotas are set based on total deer within specific training areas to sustain a healthy deer population and vegetative community. Depending on the deer population dynamics and the area, some training areas will have lower quotas and others higher. Quotas are placed before the season begins regardless of hunter opportunity. INDIVIDUAL WHITE-TAILED DEER QUOTA  The bag limit for the 2015-2016 season will be 5 deer (no more than 2 legal bucks). Collared research deer do not count toward individual quotas or training area quotas.  Hunting of all or a segment of the population by area may be ceased at any time by Natural Resources or when the quota for that segment of the population is reached for a specific area.  Regardless of individual white-tailed deer quotas, there are no guarantees for deer harvest. CHECK-IN, TAGGING, AND TRACKING OF HARVESTED DEER All harvested white-tailed deer must be checked in at the NRO for harvest data collection in accordance with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Managed Lands Deer Permit program. All deer harvested must be tagged with the appropriate type of Managed Land Deer (MLD) permit. Harvested deer will be tagged by installation staff at the time of check in at the NRO. Animals recovered between 9:00pm and 9:00am will be tagged and placed in the Outdoor Recreation Cooler until a full check-in can be completed by the Natural Resource staff. NOTE: No license log entry or tag from a hunting license is required for deer harvested under a MLD permit. The MLD tag eliminates the use of individual license tags, is not recorded on your hunting license log, and serves as the wildlife resource transfer document in the event you donate or give your deer to another person. WHITE-TAILED DEER HUNTING LOTTERY Hunters may apply for the white-tailed deer hunting lottery by purchasing the $10 lottery permit on the iSportsman website. Individuals may draw for no more than one hunting stand location per year. Youth hunters may enter the iSportsman lottery drawing for their own individual stand at their parent or legal guardian’s discretion but must be directly supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times and for all activities while in the training areas.. Upon paying the application fee and filling out required information, individual hunters will be randomly selected by a computer based lottery system on August 22, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Selected individuals will be notified through email by the iSportsman system. Upon notification, selection of a hunting location and purchase of a White-tailed Deer permit is required. A 2015-2016 Texas hunting license is also required to be able to purchase a White-tailed Deer Hunting permit. The email notification you receive indicating that you won the lottery will contain a validation number which you will need to complete the purchase of your whitetailed deer permit. Hunting locations are not reserved and are not complete until a JBSA-Camp Bullis Whitetailed Deer permit is purchased. If selected individuals from the lottery have not selected a location and purchased a permit within seven (7) days after the drawing, an additional lottery will select from the remaining 18 Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Hunting Rules 2015-2016

pool of applicants not chosen from the original lottery. Selected individuals from any subsequent lottery drawing will have three (3) days to select a location and purchase a permit. WHITE-TAILED DEER ARCHERY HUNTING There are 141 individual archery areas designated on JBSA-Camp Bullis for white-tailed deer hunting. Within these areas only, individuals are permitted to place temporary stands and up to one feeder to facilitate whitetailed deer hunting. Individual hunter access to these areas is then controlled by the iSportsman website and the kiosk located at the NRO during the published open seasons and timeframes in this rulebook. Archery hunters will be given a set of coordinates (found in the “Hunting” tab on the iSportsman website) to the center point of their archery circle. From the center point of the circle, archery hunters have 150 meters to the outside edge of their circle. Hunters must ensure appropriate safety buffer is maintained at all times, a minimum distance of 200 meters must be maintained between all individual hunting locations and a minimum buffer of 100 meters will be maintained from the hunter’s location to any paved roadway, building, or the installation boundary. Walk hunting is permitted during white-tailed deer season, within your assigned area, and outside of the 100 meters buffer given to roads, fences and established area boundaries, and outside 200 meters of any other individual. Individuals who choose circles that contain feeding restricted areas will be required to place their stands, feeders and/or attractants outside of the shaded area (maps of individual areas may be printed from the iSportsman website). Prior to placing any equipment, feed, or attractant in the field, within these circles stand and feeder placement must be coordinated and approved by the NR Cave Management Team, phone 210295-7817 or 7576, to ensure endangered species restrictions are not violated. WHITE-TAILED DEER FIREARM HUNTING There are 77 individually designated firearm stands on JBSA-Camp Bullis for white-tailed deer hunting. From these stands, individuals are permitted to place one temporary feeder to facilitate white-tailed deer hunting. Individual hunter access to these areas is then controlled by the iSportsman website and the kiosk located at the NRO during the published open seasons and timeframes in this regulation. Walk hunting is not permitted for firearm hunters. Firearm hunters must hunt no more than 50 meters from the designated rifle stand they are assigned and must stay oriented away from any roadway, building and/or boundary. SHARING STANDS DURING WHITE-TAILED DEER SEASON Any person who wins the lottery, selects a stand or archery circle, and purchased their white-tailed deer permit (“stand owner”) may allow another hunter(s) use of his/her stand/circle given that: • The guest hunter has a valid General or white-tailed deer permit. • The “stand owner” will authorize with whom they share their stand/circle by entering the guest hunter’s active permit number on the deer stand member list in iSportsman. • The guest hunter will not hunt white-tailed deer from the stand/circle, only other game species that are in season or exotic species. • Only one hunter may occupy a hunting stand or archery circle at a time.

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REMINDERS Do not load your weapon until you get to your hunting location. Unload your weapon including crossbow bolts before exiting your stand and operating your vehicle. Walk hunting is a standard practice in compartment hunting and hunters should not shoot at a target that is not completely identified. If you shoot, always check for signs indicating a hit. If blood is found, mark the spot; report your hit to Natural Resources staff on duty for assistance tracking, if needed.

JBSA-CAMP BULLIS CANTONMENT AREA MAP

2015-2

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2015-2016 JBSA-CAMP BULLIS HUNTING MAP

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