Marsh Minute 2011-9
Date: Nov 14, 2011
Topic:  Hunting Seasons Updates

Deer
2 deer have been harvested in the park during the last week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 10.  Deer firearms season opens on Nov 12, 2011 and ends on Nov 27, 2011.  Archery season stays open during the firearm season.  Please remember that Grand Kankakee Marsh does not honor bonus county permits.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the firearms season.  The deer check station is open daily from sunrise til ½ hour after sunset.

Waterfowl
Over the past week a total of 217 hunters harvested 172 birds.  This brings the season total to 801 hunters harvesting 521 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 208 mallards, 2 black ducks, 213 wood ducks, 43 teal, 19 gadwall, 8 pintails, 6 canada goose, 13 shovelers, 2 red heads and 7 other birds.

This week we plan on hunting spots 1-8, 10-19, and little hickory marsh.  All spots will be hunted daily until further notice.  We have good water in all of our hunting areas. 

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Marsh Minute 2011-8
Date: Nov 7, 2011
Topic:  Hunting Seasons Updates

Deer
4 deer have been harvested in the park during the last week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 8.  Deer firearms season opens on Nov 12, 2011.  Archery season stays open during the firearm season.  Please remember that Grand Kankakee Marsh does not honor bonus county permits.  Hunter orange is required for all hunters during the firearms season.  The deer check station is open daily from sunrise til ½ hour after sunset.

Waterfowl
Over the past week a total of 152 hunters harvested 69 birds.  This brings the season total to 584 hunters harvesting 349 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 103 mallards, 200 wood ducks, 20 teal, 9 gadwall, 2 pintails, 6 canada goose, 6 shovelers and 3 other birds.

This week we plan on hunting spots 1-8, 10-19, and little hickory marsh.  The shooting schedule for spots 10-19 is variable so please call ahead if you are interested in hunting those spots.  Spots 1-8 will continue to be hunted daily.  Little Hickory Marsh will be closed on Nov.6-7, 2011.

Goose season is now closed and will reopen on Nov. 23, 2011.    

Bridge Closure
The bridge over the Kankakee River on Clay Street is currently closed for repairs. 

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Marsh Minute 2011-7
Date: Oct. 31, 2011
Topic:  Hunting Seasons Updates

Deer
No deer have been harvested in the past week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 4.  Hunters are reporting a large increase in deer activity throughout the park.  Deer draw is at 5:00 am daily.  Also the deer check station is open daily from 5:00 am until one half hour after sunset.    

Waterfowl
Over the past week a total of 124 hunters harvested 48 birds.  This brings the season total to 432 hunters harvesting 280 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 57 mallards, 189 wood ducks, 13 teal, 8 gadwall, 4 canada goose, 6 shovelers and 3 other birds.

This week we plan on hunting spots 1-8, 10-19, and little hickory marsh.  The shooting schedule for spots 10-19 and little hickory is variable so please call ahead if you are interested in hunting those spots.  Spots 1-8 will continue to be hunted daily.      

Bridge Closure
The bridge over the Kankakee River on Clay Street is currently closed for repairs. 

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Marsh Minute 2011 #6
Date: Oct. 24, 2011
Topic:  Hunting Seasons Updates

Deer
No deer have been harvested in the past week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 4.  Deer activity in the park is increasing as the rut approaches.  Hunting pressure at the park has been very light this season.  Deer draw is at 5:00 am daily.  Also the deer check station is open daily from 5:00 am until one half hour after sunset.    

Waterfowl
Over the past week a total of 183 hunters harvested 113 birds.  This brings the season total to 308 hunters harvesting 232 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 43 mallards, 160 wood ducks, 11 teal, 5 gadwall, 4 canada goose, 6 shovelers and 3 other birds.  We have already eclipsed our total harvest numbers from last year.  We will continue to have spots 1-8 and 10-15 open for the next week.  Draw time is 4:30.  We currently have good water at all of our hunting spots and in the refuges.    

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Marsh Minute 2011 #5
Date: Oct. 17, 2011
Topic:  Hunting Seasons Updates

Deer
The early archery season at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park opened on Saturday Oct. 1, 2011.  No deer have been harvested in the past week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 4.  Hunting pressure at the park remains very light.  Many of the fields around the park have now been harvested.  This usually causes an increase in the deer activity in the park.   

Waterfowl
The regular waterfowl season opened on October 15, 2011.  Over the weekend a total of 98 hunters harvest 85 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 21 mallards, 52 wood ducks, 5 teal, 6 gadwall, 1 canada goose, and 2 other birds.  This brings the total harvest to 119 birds.  We will continue to have spots 1-8 and 10-15 open for the next week.  Draw time is 4:30.  We currently have good water at all of our hunting spots and in the refuges.  Check back over the next couple weeks and I will have more information on when additional hunting spots will be open.   

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Marsh Minute 2011 #4
Date: Oct. 10, 2011
Topic:  Deer Season Update and Waterfowl Season Information

Deer

The early archery season at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park opened on Saturday Oct. 1, 2011.  No deer have been harvested in the past week.  The total of deer harvest at Grand Kankakee Marsh for the 2011 deer season is 4.  The warmer than average temperatures in the past week have seemingly discouraged many hunters from going out hunting. 

Waterfowl

On October 8 and 9, 2011 Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park hosted its annual youth waterfowl hunt.  A total of 27 youths participated in the hunt.  For this hunt we opened blinds 1-8.  The 27 youths who participated in hunt harvested a total of 34 birds.  The birds harvested include 33 wood ducks and one mallard.  Park staff was happy to see so many youths taking part in this special hunt.

The regular waterfowl season opens on October 15, 2011.  Draw time is 4:30 and there is a $7.00 per person fee.  We plan on opening spots 1-8 and 10-15 for hunting this weekend.  We have good water in all of our hunting areas and refuges. 

Please remember that all trails in the park are closed to the non hunting public until the end of the hunting season.  The boat launch remains open year round.

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Marsh Minute 2011 #3
Date: Oct. 3, 2011
Topic: Early Archery Update and Youth Waterfowl Information

Deer
The early archery season at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park opened on Saturday Oct. 1, 2011.  Since the start of the archery season hunters have harvested 3 antlered deer.  Including the youth hunt, hunters have harvested a total of 4 deer.  Record harvest number for archery equipment is 25 deer.  The record was set in 2010. 

Remember that the deer check in station is open daily from 4:30 am until ½ hour after sunset.  We do not check turkeys.

Waterfowl
The waterfowl season will begin with the youth waterfowl hunt on Oct 8-9, 2011.  Blinds 1-8 will be hunted for the youth hunt.  Draw time will be 4:30 am.  Shooting hours will be 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  There will be no charge for the youth hunt.

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Marsh Minute 2011 #2
Date: Sept. 27, 2011
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh 2011 Hunting Season Update

Deer
The 2011 youth deer hunt at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park was held on Sept 24 and 25, 2011.  A total of 17 youths participated in the hunt.  Youths are allowed to harvest an animal of either sex with the legal equipment of their choosing.  During this special youth hunt one antlered deer was harvested.  Thanks to all the young hunters and adults that took part in this special hunt.

The early archery season at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park opens on Saturday Oct. 1, 2011.  The deer check station will also open for the season on October 1, 2011.  Staff will be at the check station from 4:30 am until ½ hour after sunset.

Waterfowl
The waterfowl season will begin with the youth waterfowl hunt on Oct 8-9, 2011.  We are planning to hunt blinds 1-8 for this hunt.  Park staff would like to thank all of the volunteers who helped us prepare for the upcoming hunting season.

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Marsh Minute 2011 #1
Date: August 28, 2011
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh 2011 Hunting Seasons

Dove
The 2011 dove season has been canceled at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  Spring and early summer floods drowned out all dove lure strips planted in the park. 

Deer
Youth hunt Sept. 24 and 25, 2011
Archery:  Oct. 1, 2011- Nov.27, 2011 and Dec. 3, 2011- Jan. 1, 2011
Firearms:  Nov. 12, 2011- Nov. 27, 2011
Muzzleloader:  Dec. 3, 2011- Dec. 18, 2011 

Waterfowl
Youth Hunt: Oct 8 and 9, 2011
Ducks, Coots, and Mergansers:  Oct 15, 2011- Dec. 11, 2011 and Dec. 24, 2011
Canada Goose: Oct. 15, 2011 – Nov. 6, 2011, Nov. 23, 2011- Jan 8, 2012, and Jan. 14, 2012- Jan. 17 2012

Beyond the GKM regulations understand and comply with those set by the Indiana DNR and USFWS.

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Marsh Minute #38
Date: December 28, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Goose Season Update

Goose Season Update 
Goose season will remain open at the park until the close of the season on January 16, 2010.  Draw time will be 5:00 am.  If you are interested in goose hunting call or stop by the check in cabin to check hunting conditions.

Deer Season Update 
The total of deer harvested for the season is 44.  So far this season 25 deer have been harvested with archery, 6 with firearm, and 13 with muzzleloader.  This season hunters at the park have broken the record for deer harvested with archery and have tied the record for deer harvested with muzzleloader.  In addition 44 total deer harvested with all seasons combined is a new record at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  

Deer Late Archery ends on January 2, 2011. 

Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park will be closed on New Years Day.

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Marsh Minute #37
Date: December 20, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update 
As of Monday December 20, 2010 a total of 606 hunters have harvested 232 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 63 mallards, 3 black ducks, 101 wood ducks, 19 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 7 pintail, 5 wigeon, 12 gadwall, 14 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Duck, Coot, and Mergansers season is now closed at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park. 

Goose hunting will remain up at the park after the close of the duck season.  Draw time will be 5:00 am.  If you are interested in goose hunting call or stop by the check in cabin to check hunting conditions.

Deer Season Update 
The total of deer harvested for the season is 44.  So far this season 25 deer have been harvested with archery, 6 with firearm, and 13 with muzzleloader.  This season hunters at the park have broken the record for deer harvested with archery and have tied the record for deer harvested with muzzleloader.  In addition 44 total deer harvested with all seasons combined is a new record at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  

Deer muzzleloader season ended on December 19, 2010.  Deer Late Archery ends on January 2, 2011.

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Marsh Minute #36
Date: December 13, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update 
As of Monday December 13, 2010 a total of 606 hunters have harvested 232 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 63 mallards, 3 black ducks, 101 wood ducks, 19 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 7 pintail, 5 wigeon, 12 gadwall, 14 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Duck, Coot, and Mergansers season ends on Tuesday December 14, 2010.

Goose hunting will remain up at the park after the close of the duck season.  Draw time will be 5:00 am.  If you are interested in goose hunting call or stop by the check in cabin to check hunting conditions.

Deer Season Update 
Deer muzzleloader and late archery opened on December 4, 2010.  The total of deer harvested for the season is 39.  So far this season 24 deer have been harvested with archery, 6 with firearm, and 9 with muzzleloader.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the muzzleloader season. 

Deer muzzleloader season will end on December 19, 2010.  Deer Late Archery ends on January 2, 2011.

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Marsh Minute #35
Date: December 6, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10,12,13,and 14.  As of Monday December 6, 2010 a total of 606 hunters have harvested 232 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 63 mallards, 3 black ducks, 101 wood ducks, 19 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 7 pintail, 5 wigeon, 12 gadwall, 14 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Ice has been forming over much of the hunting area so check in regularly to find out about ice conditions. 

Duck, Coot, and Mergansers season ends on December 14, 2010

Deer Season Update
Deer muzzleloader and late archery opened on December 4, 2010.  The total of deer harvested for the season is 36.  So far this season 24 deer have been harvested with archery, 6 with firearm, and 6 with muzzleloader.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the muzzleloader season. 

Deer muzzleloader season will end on December 19, 2010.  Deer Late Archery ends on January 2, 2011.

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Marsh Minute #34
Date: November 29, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday November 29, 2010 a total of 578 hunters have harvested 210 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 48 mallards, 2 black ducks, 102 wood ducks,19 green wing teal, 3 blue wing teal, 4 pintail, 5 wigeon, 9 gadwall, 15 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 32.  So far this season 24 deer have been harvested with archery, 6 with firearm, and 2 with muzzleloader.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the firearms season. 

Deer Firearms and Deer Early Archery closed on November 28, 2010.  Deer season will reopen on December 4, 2010 with muzzleloader and late archery.

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Marsh Minute #33
Date: November 22, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday November 22, 2010 a total of 481 hunters have harvested 180 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 37 mallards, 94 wood ducks, 16 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 2 pintail, 5 wigeon, 8 gadwall, 12 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 31.  So far this season 24 deer have been harvested with archery, 5 with firearm, and 2 with muzzleloader.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the firearms season.  We have currently harvested 24 deer with archery equipment.  This breaks the all time record for deer harvested with archery equipment at the park.  

Deer Firearms and Deer Early Archery will close on November 28, 2010.  Deer season will reopen on December 4, 2010 with muzzleloader and late archery.

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Marsh Minute #32
Date: November 15, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday November 8, 2010 a total of 445 hunters have harvested 165 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 25 mallards, 94 wood ducks, 14 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 1 pintail, 5 wigeon, 8 gadwall, 12 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 29.  So far this season 22 deer have been harvested with archery, 5 with firearm, and 2 with muzzleloader.  Firearms season opened at the park on November 13, 2010.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the firearms season.  We are currently tied with the all time record for deer harvested with archery equipment at the park.  

Deer Firearms and Deer Early Archery will close on November 28, 2010

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Marsh Minute #31
Date: November 8, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday November 8, 2010 a total of 411 hunters have harvested 161 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 25 mallards, 94 wood ducks, 14 green wing teal. 3 blue wing teal, 1 pintail, 5 wigeon, 6 gadwall, 10 shovelers, and 2 geese.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.      

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 19.  Deer harvested include 8 does, 4 button bucks, and 7 antlered deer.  Firearms season will open at the park on November 13, 2010.  All areas will be open for hunting; however Area 1 will be archery only.  Hunter orange is required for all deer hunters during the firearms season.  

Goose Season opened on Nov. 6, 2010 

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Marsh Minute #30
Date: November 1, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday November 1, 2010 a total of 339 hunters have harvested 153 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 24 mallards, 89 wood ducks, 14 green wing teal, 3 blue wing teal, 1 pintail, 5 wigeon, 5 shovelers, 5 gadwalls and 2 canada geese.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 11.  Deer harvested include 5 does, 3 button bucks, and 3 antlered deer.  Deer hunters throughout the park have reported increased deer activity as the “rut” approaches.  The check station is now open and will remain open throughout the remainder of the deer season.

GKM Hunting Records
Many new hunters at the park often ask what some of the record numbers are for animals harvested at the park.  Here is a list highlighting the record for species harvested and the year it happened.

Goose Season is now closed and will reopen on Nov. 6, 2010
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Marsh Minute #29
Date: October 25, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
We are currently hunting spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday October 25, 2010 a total of 205 hunters have harvested a total of 98 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 11 mallards, 71 wood ducks, 5 green wing teal, 1 blue wing teal, 1 pintail, 5 wigeon, 2 shovelers and 2 canada geese.  We currently have good water around all blinds in the first unit.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
The total of deer harvested for the season is 10.  Deer harvested include 5 does, 3 button bucks, and 2 antlered deer.  The check station is now open and will remain open throughout the remainder of the deer season.  .

Goose Season is now closed and will reopen on Nov. 6, 2010

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Marsh Minute #28
Date: October 18, 2010
Topic: Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Waterfowl Season Update
The 2010 waterfowl season began on Saturday October 16, 2010.  For this hunt we opened spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  As of Monday October 18, 2010 a total of 96 hunters have harvested a total of 57 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 1 mallard, 48 wood ducks, 4 green wing teal, 2 wigeon, and 2 canada geese.  For the remainder of the week we will continue to hunt spots 1-8, 10, and 15.  We currently have good water around all blinds in the first unit.  Pumping has been difficult this season due to extremely dry conditions and low river levels.  We will open additional spots for hunting once we have achieved the desired water levels.     

Deer Season Update
Deer hunters harvested four deer over the past week.  This brings the total of deer harvested to 10.  Deer harvested include 5 does, 3 button bucks, and 2 antlered deer.  The check station is now open and will remain open throughout the remainder of the deer season. 

Volunteer Appreciation
I would like to thank Bob Casey, Jim Gowens, Kyle Thompson, Steve Thompson, and Dick Phelps for all of the wonderful work they did this year in helping us prepare for the 2010 hunting season.  I would also like to thank the Kankakee River Hunter Retriever Club for donating the money used to rebuild the #8 blind.

Goose Season is now closed and will reopen on Nov. 6, 2010

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Marsh Minute #27
Date: October 11, 2010
Topic: Youth Waterfowl, Deer Season Update, Waterfowl Season Update

Youth Waterfowl
The 2010 youth waterfowl hunt was on October 9 and 10, 2010.  For the youth hunt we opened blinds 1-6 and 8.  We had a total of 37 young hunters.  The youth harvested 20 wood ducks and 2 Canada geese.  Park staff would like to congratulate and thank all of the youth and their adult chaperones for a very successful and safe weekend.  We truly enjoy hosting this special hunt and are looking forward to the start of the 2010 waterfowl season. 

Waterfowl Season Update
The 2010 waterfowl season will begin on Saturday October 16, 2010.  For this hunt we plan to open blinds 1-14, however this may change depending on water conditions.  We currently have good water in the front of the park and have been seeing a good number of birds around the blinds and in the refuges.  Please call park staff later in the week to confirm which blinds we will be hunting.  Draw time will be 4:30 am.

Deer Season Update
Deer hunters harvested two deer over the past week.  This brings the total of deer harvested to 6.  Deer harvested include 4 does, 1 button buck, and 1 antlered deer.  The check station is now open and will remain open throughout the remainder of the deer season. 

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Marsh Minute #26
Date: October 3, 2010
Topic: Youth Waterfowl and Deer Season Update

Youth Waterfowl:  The 2010 youth waterfowl hunt will be on Oct. 9 and 10.  We will have blinds 1-8 open.  Draw time will be at 4:30 at the check in cabin.  We have good water in the first unit and have been seeing a lot of birds in the Hogmarsh refuge.  There will be no charge for the youth hunt.

Deer Season Update:  Deer hunters harvested two deer over the weekend.  This brings the total of deer harvested to 4.  The check station is now open and will remain open throughout the remainder of the deer season. 

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Marsh Minute #25
September 28, 2010
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh Hunting Update

On September 25 and 26, 2010 the park hosted the annual youth deer hunt.  This year we had a total of10 youth go on 16 outings.  Two of the young hunters harvested deer during this special youth hunt.  Congratulations to all of the youth hunters.  If you did not have an opportunity to take part in the youth deer hunt remember that the youth waterfowl hunt is October 9 and 10, 2010.  No fees from GKM will be charged for this special hunt. 

Early deer archery season begins on Friday October 1, 2010.  Draw time will be at 5:00. 

Remember the park closes to non-hunting public on October 1, 2010.  The boat launch will remain open year round.

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Marsh Minute #24
Date: September 22, 2010
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh Hunting Update

On September 25 and 26 the 2010 deer youth hunt will be held at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  This hunt will be free of charge.  Draw time will be at 5:00 am at the hunter check in cabin.  Please remember that each youth must be licensed and accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.  Please check the IDNR hunting regulations to find other rules specific to this hunt.  Rifles are still not permitted during the youth hunt.  Hopefully we will see a lot of youths come out and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. 

Remember, the park closes to non-hunting public on October 1, 2010 for the start of early deer archery.  The boat launch will remain open year round.

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Marsh Minute #23
Date: September 7, 2010
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh 2010 Dove Season Update

Dove season at the park began on Sept. 1, 2010 and will run through September 10, 2010.  We are currently hunting four fields all located in Goose Lake.  All together the fields have room for 36 hunters.  So far a total of 53 hunters have harvested 182 birds.  Draw time is at 12 pm at the check in cabin.  Hunting hours are from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. 

If you are interesting in volunteering to help park staff camouflage blinds and pits for the upcoming waterfowl season please email or call us at the contact information below. 

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Marsh Minute #22
Date: August 30, 2010
Topic: Grand Kankakee Marsh 2010 Dove Season

Dove season at the park will run from Sept. 1, 2010- Sept. 10, 2010.  We will be hunting four fields all located in Goose Lake.  All together the fields have room for 36 hunters.   Draw time will occur at 12 pm at the check-in cabin.  Hunting hours are from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.  Remember, as of last year, a game bird habitat stamp is mandatory along with other license requirements.  For a complete list of park rules and regulations click here http://lakecountyparks.com/hunter.htm. 

To comment on this post please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  If you have any questions about park programs please call (219) 552-0033

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Marsh Minute #21
Date:  July 20, 2010
Topic:  Information about 2010 Dove Season and Youth Deer Hunt Information.

Start of the 2010-2011 Grand Kankakee Marsh hunting season is almost here.  Here is some information about the first two seasons that open at the park. 

Dove Hunters:  Sunflowers are doing well and it appears as if we are on course for a successful dove season.  We currently have a total of four fields that will be open for hunting at the start of the season.  As of now season dates have not been set by the federal government, but we will post the dates as soon as they are announced.  For a complete list of park rules and regulations click here http://lakecountyparks.com/hunter.htm

Youth Deer Hunters:  Youth deer season is Sept. 25 and 26 2010.  RULES HAVE CHANGED SINCE LAST YEAR SO MAKE SURE AND READ THE NEW REGULATIONS IN 2010-2011 INDIANA HUNTING AND TRAPPING REGULATIONS BEFORE COMING TO HUNT AT THE PARK.  The biggest change is that youths will be allowed to harvest antlered or antlerless deer.  Grand Kankakee Marsh County will once again offer the youth hunt free of charge.  Youth hunters must have a valid Indiana hunting license, be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age and older, and wear hunter orange while hunting.  Draw time will be 5:00 am.  For a complete list of park rules and regulations click here http://lakecountyparks.com/hunter.htm

To comment on this post please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  If you have any questions about park programs please call (219) 552-0033

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Marsh Minute #20

Topic: Frequently Asked Questions about Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, and Hiking.

Question #1:  What is allowed on the levy trails at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park?

Answer#1:  At GKM you are allowed to hike, ride horses, and mountain bike any of the river levy trails and interior levy trails.  GKM has more than 30 miles of levy trails throughout the park.  Please note all off-road vehicles are strictly forbidden in the park.  Also the park is closed to the non hunting public during the hunting season.  Trails may be closed during special events like the annual Voyageur Rendezvous the weekend after Mother's Day in May.

Question #2:  Is there anything I should be made aware of before using the trails at the park?

Answer #2:  Yes, be aware that water levels often vary within the park and we are subject to seasonal flooding.  This seasonal flooding may cause some interior levies to become impassable.  Also critters like muskrats and ground hogs may burrow into levies make them unstable.  Park staff tries to monitor levies closely, however if you find an animal hole please let us know and we will repair it as soon as possible.  Finally, remember to bring your bug spray!!!

Question #3:  Are there any special rules and regulations about when and where I can go?

Answer #3:  Just a few.  During the non hunting season hikers, and bike riders are allowed to go anywhere in the park they choose.  Horse riders are asked to please stay off the turf around the cabin and picnic shelter across the street.  Also, remember to clean up after your animals. Trail maps can be found online, or in the mail box by the pop machine.  I recommend if this is your first visit to the park that you stay on or near the river levy trail until you have learned your way around park.

To comment on this post please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  If you have any questions about park programs please call (219) 552-0033.

See you at the Park!!!! GKM property manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute #19

Topic:  Whooping Crane and River Otter

Earlier this spring park staff was excited to see two protected species of animals in the Park.

1. Whooping Crane:  One of North America’s most spectacular birds.  Adult birds stand 45-50 inches high, and are pure white with black wings tips.  Whooping cranes also have red on their foreheads and checks.  The Whooping Crane was reduced by hunting and habitat destruction to about 15 birds in 1937.  Strictly monitored and protected the current population is around 300 birds.  Park staff spotted this bird at many different locations throughout the park with large flocks of Sandhill Cranes.  The crane did not stay long, but park staff was excited to see such a rare bird in the park.

2. River Otter:  River otters were reintroduced to Indiana in the mid-to late-1990’s.  The distribution of river otter has expanded every since reintroduction and they potentially can be found throughout the state.  River otters are a protected species and care should be taken around them.

To comment on this post please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  If you have any questions about park programs please call (219) 552-0033.

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Marsh Minute # 18

Topic:  Spring Birding at Grand Kankakee Marsh

After a long cold winter it finally appears as if spring has “sprung”.  This is one of the best times of the year to get out in the park and view many different kinds of migratory bird species.  Below I have made a short list of some of the birds I saw in the park this spring.  Come out to the park make your own list and let us know what you saw.

GKM Birds spotted March 20, 2010

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Marsh Minute 17

Date:  January 18, 2010

Hunting Season Conclusion

The Grand Kankakee Marsh hunting season came to an end with the end of goose season on January 18, 2010.  A total of 13 geese were harvested at GKM during the 2009 goose season.  Hunting will resume again with the 2010 dove season in September 2010.  Thanks to all of the staff, hunters, and volunteers that helped to make the 2009 hunting season a success. 

Marsh Minute Updates

The Marsh Minute will continue to be updated after hunting season ends with information about programs and other special happenings at the park.  So make sure to check in and see what is new at GKM.

Grand Kankakee Marsh reopened to public on January 18, 2010.

See you at the Park!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 16

Date: January 11, 2010

Goose Season Update

Goose season at the park runs until January 17, 2010.  So far this season hunters at the park have harvested 13 geese.  Record goose harvest for the park is 67.  Daily draw for goose hunting will be at 5:00.  If no hunters are present by 7:30 cabin will close.  The fee for goose hunting is $7.00 per person per day.  Shooting hours are 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  During goose season hunters will be given the opportunity to hunt spots 1,3,5,10,12 and dry field hunting will be available in spots 20,21,15 and 16.

GKM Announcements

Grand Kankakee Marsh has been closed to non hunters since October 1, 2010.  On January 18, 2010 the park will reopen to the public.   Remember ATVs and snowmobiles are not allowed at GKM. 

GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 15

Date: January 4, 2010

Goose Season Update

Draw time goose hunting been changed to 5:00 am.  Goose season runs until January 17, 2010.  The fee for goose hunting is $7.00 per person per day.  Shooting hours are 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  During goose season hunters will be given the opportunity to hunt spots 1,3,5,10,12 and dry field hunting will be available in spots 20, 21, 15 and 16.

Deer Season Wrap Up

Late archery season ended on January 3, 2010.  During the 2009 deer season 137 hunters went on a total of 798 outings.  Hunters at the park harvested 15 deer with a bow, 6 with firearm, and 9 with a muzzleloader.   Deer harvested include 5 button bucks, 12 does, and 13 bucks. 

If you have a suggestion or a comment about the hunting program at GKM please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  GKM strives to provide the best hunting experience possible and we are always looking for ways to improve.

GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 14

Date: December 28, 2009

Goose Season Update

Goose season at the park runs until January 17, 2010.  So far this season hunters at the park have harvested 13 geese.  Record goose harvest for the park is 67.  Daily draw for goose hunting will be at 4:30 am from now until January 3, 2010.  After January 3, 2010 draw time will change to 5:00 am.  The fee for goose hunting is $7.00 per person per day.  Shooting hours are 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  During goose season hunters will be given the opportunity to hunt spots 1,3,5,10,12 and dry field hunting will be available in spots 20, 21, 15 and 16.

Deer Season Update

Late archery season at the park will run until January 3, 2010.  So far this season hunters have harvested 15 deer with a bow, 6 with a firearm, and 9 with a muzzleloader.

Hunter suggestions and comments wanted.  If you have a suggestion or a comment about the hunting program at GKM please email info@lakecountyparks.com.  GKM strives to provide the best hunting experience possible and we are always looking for ways to improve.

GKM WILL BE CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS DAY

Have a safe and happy holiday!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 13

Date: December 21, 2009

Waterfowl Season 2009

Duck, coot, and merganser season ended on December 15, 2009.  During the 2009 season 1192 hunters harvested a total of 507 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 198 mallards, 4 black ducks, 182 wood ducks, 68 green wing teal, 19 blue wing teal, 4 pintails, 2 wigeons, 7 gadwall, 21 shovelers, 1 ring bill, and 1 blue bill.

I would like to thank all of the hunters, volunteers, and staff that allowed us to have a safe and successful season.  I would also like to thank members of the Kankakee River Hunter Retriever club for donating the money used to rebuild blinds #2 and #5.  We received many compliments this season about the new blinds. 

Goose Season Update

Goose season at the park runs until January 17, 2010.  So far this season hunters at the park have harvested 13 geese.  Record goose harvest for the park is 67.  Daily draw for goose hunting will be at 4:30 am from now until January 3, 2010.  After January 3, 2010 draw time will change to 5:00 am.  The fee for goose hunting is $7.00 per person per day.  Shooting hours are 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  During goose season hunters will be given the opportunity to hunt spots 1,3,5,10,12 and dry field hunting will be available in spots 20, 21, 15 and 16.

Deer Season Update

Muzzleloader season ended on December 20, 2009.  Late archery season at the park will run until January 3, 2010.  So far this season hunters have harvested 15 deer with a bow, 6 with a firearm, and 9 with a muzzleloader.

GKM WILL BE CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS DAY

Have a safe and happy holiday!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 12

Date: December 14, 2009

Waterfowl Season Update

As of Monday December 14, 2009, 1177 hunters have harvested a total of 520 birds at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  In the last week hunters harvested 33 birds.  Species of birds harvested in the past week include 32 mallards and 1 gadwall.  Duck Season ends on December 15, 2009. 

Goose season at the park runs until January 17, 2010.  So far this season hunters at the park have harvested 13 geese.  Record goose harvest for the park is 67.  Daily draw for goose hunting will be at 4:30 am from now until January 3, 2010.  After January 3, 2010 draw time will change to 5:00 am.  The fee for goose hunting is $7.00 per person per day.  Shooting hours are 7:00 am until 2:00 pm.  During goose season hunters will be given the opportunity to hunt spots 1,3,5,10,12 and dry field hunting will be available in spots 20, 21, 15 and 16.

 Deer Season Update

Deer season reopened on Saturday December 5 with muzzleloader and late archery.  Muzzleloader runs until December 20, 2009 and late archery ends on January 3, 2009.  So far this season hunters have harvested 15 deer with a bow, 6 with a firearm, and 7 with a muzzleloader.

See you at the Park!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 11

Date: December 7, 2009

Waterfowl Season Update

As of Monday December 7, 2009 1075 hunters have harvested a total of 487 birds at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  In the last week 74 hunters harvested 20 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 18 mallards, 1 wood duck, and 1 gadwall.  Freezing temperatures have led to ½ to 1 inch of ice forming over much of the marsh.  Pumping in the front and hunters using the back blinds have been able to keep some water open.  Currently the park is holding 300 geese and 400 ducks in the open water in the Gooselake refuge.  Conditions may change quickly due to colder temperatures being forecasted later in the week.  Waterfowl season ends on December 15, 2009.

Deer Season Update

Deer season reopened on Saturday December 5 with muzzleloader and late archery.  Muzzleloader runs until December 20, 2009 and late archery ends on January 3, 2009.  So far this season hunters have harvested 13 deer with a bow, 6 with a firearm, and 5 with a muzzleloader.

See you at the Park!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute 10

Date: November 30, 2009

Waterfowl Season Update

As of November 30, 2009 1075 hunters have harvested a total of 467 birds at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  In the last week 115 hunters harvested 40 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 27 mallards, 2 wood ducks, 4 shovelers, and 7 canada geese.  Hunters are hopeful that colder temperatures and the chance for snow later in the week will increase bird movement.  Refuges in the park at gooselake and hog marsh are holding approximately 2,000 ducks and 600 geese.  The park is currently hunting spots 1-14.   

Deer Season Update

Deer hunters at the park have harvested a total of 19 deer.  Deer season closed on November 30, 2009 and will reopen on December  5, 2009 with muzzleloader and late archery.  The check in cabin will be open Monday and Tuesday evening for deer check in. 

See you at the Park!!!!  GKM property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute #9

Date: November 23, 2009

Waterfowl Season Update:

So far this season 961 hunters have killed a total of 429 birds.  During the week of November 16-22, 2009 hunters harvested a total of 20 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 17 mallards, 2 wood ducks, and 1 gadwall.  Duck season goes until December 15, 2009.  Goose season goes until January 17, 2010.  We are currently hunting spots 1-14. 

Deer Season Update:

So far this season hunters have harvested 12 deer with a bow, 5 with a firearm, and 1 with a muzzleloader.   Early archery and firearms will both close on November 29, 2009.  Deer season will reopen on Saturday December 5, 2009.  Deer check in cabin will be open from 4:00 am until 6:00pm for the rest of the deer season.

Youth free hunting days offered by IDNR

On November 28-29, 2009 any resident 17 or younger on the date of the hunt, and accompanied by an adult of at least 18 years of age, can take any legal game in season during these youth free hunting days.  The youth hunter does not have to possess a hunting license, HIP number or any stamp but must comply with all other hunting regulations.  For more information reference page #18 in the 2009-2010 Indiana Hunting and Trapping Guide.

On the free youth hunt days youth hunters accompanied by an adult will be allowed to waterfowl hunt free of charge at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  Remember youth hunters must be accompanied by an adult by a licensed adult.  Adults will be still be charged full price on the free youth hunt weekend.

See you at the Park!!!!  GKM Park Manager Chris Orange

To comment on this post or to be added to the email update list during hunting season email Info@lakecountyparks.com  If you have an questions call cabin at (219) 552-0033

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Marsh Minute #8

Date:  November 16, 2009

Waterfowl Update

So far this season 859 hunters have harvested a total of 408 birds.  In the week of November 9, 2009- November 15, 2009 119 hunters harvested a total of 21 birds.  Species of birds harvested include 14 mallards, 5 shovelers, 1 green wing, and 1 wood duck.  Mild temperatures and calm weather seem to be keeping birds from moving around.  Hopefully rainy conditions and cooler temperatures will cause new birds to come south.  Currently the park is holding approximately 1000 birds in the Gooselake and Hog Marsh refuges.  

Deer Season Update

Deer firearms season began on November 14 and will close on November 29, 2009.  Early archery will also close on November 29, 2009.  After a five day break deer season will resume with muzzleloader and late archery reopening on December 5,2009.  So far this deer season hunters have harvested a total of 15 deer.  The deer check station is open daily from 4:30 am until 6:00 pm.

See You at the Park!!!!  GKM Park Manager Chris Orange

For more information on the hunting program at GKM please call (219) 552-0033

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Marsh Minute #7

Date:  November 9, 2009

Topic:  Update of 2009 Waterfowl and Deer Season

Waterfowl Update

So far this season 740 hunters have harvested a total of 387 birds.  From November 2, 2009 – November 8, 2009 hunters harvested a total of 43 birds.  The species of birds harvested over the past week include 27 mallards, 3 wood ducks, 6 green wing teal, 2 shovelors, and 4 Canada geese.  The refuges in gooselake and hog marsh are still holding a fair amount of birds.  However, calm days with clear skies seem to be discouraging new birds from coming south. 

The park is currently hunting spots 1-14 and little hickory marsh.  Little hickory marsh was opened to hunting on Saturday November 7, 2009.  LHM will remain open to hunters as long as we have huntable water.

Deer Update

Deer harvest for the 2009 season now stands at 11.  Deer harvested include 2 antlered deer and 9 anterless deer.  Deer firearms season begins on November 14,2009 and goes until November 29, 2009.  If you are interested in firearms hunting at GKM please make sure to read and review parks rules and regulations off the link on the home page, or stop by the cabin for a complete print out of all rules.  Also remember that GKM does not honor bonus anterless permits.  Draw for deer is 5:00 am daily. 

Reminder:  The deer check station is open daily from 4:30 am until 6:00 pm.

See You at the Park!!! GKM Property Manager Chris Orange

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Marsh Minute #6

Date:  November 2, 2009

Topic:  Update of 2009 Waterfowl and Deer Season

Waterfowl Update

So far this season 562 hunters have harvested a total of 345 birds.  From October 26, 2009 – November 1, 2009 hunters harvested a total of 122 birds.  Species of birds harvested at the park during the 2009 waterfowl season  include 63 mallards, 4 black ducks, 174 wood ducks, 60 green wing teal, 19 blue wing teal, 4 pintail. 2 wigeon,  4 gadwall, 9 shovelers,  2 blue bills, and 4 Canada geese.   Over the past week the park has seen an increase in the number of ducks using the refuges in Hog Marsh and Gooselake.

The park is currently hunting spots 1-14.  These are the same spots that have been offered since the beginning of the season.  Due to the heavy rains at the end of last week all spots have good water.  Staff at the park is currently evaluating Little Hickory Marsh and hoping to have it open to hunting at the end of the week.   Top producing spots for the 2009 season are 10, 12, and 3.

Deer Update

Deer harvest for the 2009 season now stands at 10.  Hunters have been seeing an increase in deer numbers and movement throughout the park.  This increase in activity is often associated with the deer mating season know as “the rut”.  If you are interested in deer hunting at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park please review park regulations located off of the link on the home page. 

REMINDER:  GOOSE SEASON REOPENS ON 11/7/2009 and DEER FIREARMS OPENS ON 11/14/2009

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See You at the Park!!!  GKM Property Manager Chris Orange.  If you have an questions call cabin at (219) 552-0033

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Marsh  Minute #5

Date:  October 26, 2009

Topic:  Hunting Season Update

As of October 25, 2009, 352 hunters have harvested a total of 223 birds.  The birds harvested were 27 mallards, 2 black ducks, 130 wood ducks, 36 green wing teal, 17 blue wing teal, 1 gadwall, 6 shovelers, and 4 Canada geese.   Harvest numbers of wood ducks and mallards have seen an increase over the past 4 days.

Currently spots 1-14 are being hunted.  Spots 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 9 are blinds, 8, 7, 14 are stakes, and 3, 10, 11, 12, 13 are pits.  So far this season top producing spots are 10, 14, and 13.  All spots that need boats have boats provided.  Check back regularly to see if new spots will be opened for hunting.

Hunters, remember daily draw for waterfowl is at 4:30 a.m.  Also if you are tired of blanking out on the weekends try hunting during the week when there is less hunting pressure.  If you have any questions please call 219-552-0033.

To comment on this post or to be added to the email update list during hunting season email Info@lakecountyparks.com

Have a safe and happy hunt!!! Chris Orange GKM Park Manager

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Marsh Minute #4

Date:   October 19, 2009

Topic:  Waterfowl Opening Weekend

The 2009 Waterfowl Season opened on October 17, 2009.  Over the weekend, spots 1-14 were open for hunting.  So far this season 134 hunters have harvested 87 birds at the park.  Waterfowl harvested include 9 mallards, 2 black ducks, 55 wood ducks, 12 green wing teal, 4 blue wing teal, 1 Shovelor, and 4 Canada Geese.  Top producing spots were 10 and 14.  Waterfowl hunting is offered daily at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.   Daily draw is 4:30 a.m.

Deer hunters at the park have increased their harvest number to 6.  So far this season only antler less deer have been harvested at the park although hunters have reported seeing a good number of antlered deer in the park.  Hunting pressure has been slight so far this season especially during the week.  Daily draw is 5:00 a.m.

If you have any questions about the hunting program please call (219) 552-0033.  To comment on this post email info@lakecountyparks.com

See You at the Park!!! Chris Orange GKM Park Manager

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Marsh Minute #3

Date:  October 12, 2009

Topic:  Youth Hunt Review and Information about Waterfowl Opening Weekend

On October 10 and 11, 2009 Grand Kankakee Marsh had 40 youths participate in the youth waterfowl hunt.  Youths had the opportunity to hunt spots 9-14.  A total of 10 birds were harvested over the weekend.  The birds harvested were 1 mallard, 7 wood ducks, and 3 blue wing teal.  Staff at the park congratulate all of the youth hunters and their accompanying mentors for a fun, safe, and successful youth waterfowl hunt.

The 2009 regular waterfowl season begins on October 17, 2009.  We are planning to hunt spots 1-14.  Draw time will be at 4:30 a.m..  Fees are $7 per person, per hunt.  For a complete list of park rules regarding waterfowl hunting please look under the Grand Kankakee Marsh Hunting link on the home page.

If you have any questions about the hunting program at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park call us at (219) 552-0033.  To comment on this post please email info@lakecountyparks.com

Have a Safe and Happy Hunt!!!  Chris Orange, GKM Park Manager

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Marsh Minute Update #2

Date: October 5, 2009

Topic: Hunting Season Update

The 2009 hunting season at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park has gotten off to a strong start.  As of October 5, 2009 hunters have harvested two deer and have seen a lot of deer while in the field.  The check station is also now open and will remain open for the rest of the season so stop by if you need a deer tagged or if you want information about hunting opportunities offered at the park.

A reminder that Grand Kankakee Marsh will be offering a free of charge youth waterfowl hunt on October 10-11.  Draw time will be 4:30.  For the youth hunt the park will likely be hunting blinds 10-14.  Staff has reported seeing 200-300 mallards, teal, and wood ducks throughout the park.  Also approximately 100 Canada Geese were seen in the Gooselake refuge over the weekend. 

Before hunting at Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park please make sure that you understand and comply with all regulations set by the park, Indiana DNR, and USFWS.

If you have any questions please call the park at (219) 552-0033.  Please email info@lakecountyparks.com if you have any comments about this post

See You at the Park!!!  Chris Orange, GKM Park Manager  

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Date: September 30, 2009

Topic:  First Marsh Update #1

This is the first of many updates to come about activities at the Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park.  In this section we plan to include information about hunting seasons, waterfowl movement, and other special events and projects at the park.  Check back regularly for updates, and feedback is always appreciated. 

Please email info@lakecountyparks.com if you have any comments about this post

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Date: September 30, 2009

Topic:  It is beginning to feel a lot like Hunting Season

For many of us the first days of fall give us an uncontrollable urge to get out in the woods.  The cooler temperatures bring back a flood of memories of the countless hours we have spent in the field.  On September 26 and 27 Grand Kankakee offered the opportunity for some youngsters to get out and create their own memories.  I am of course talking about the Indiana youth deer hunt.  Over the weekend 14 youngsters hunted at the park.  Although only two youths harvested deer, almost all saw deer.  But, if you think you missed your chance to take your youngster out for a youth hunt you are mistaken.

On October 10 and 11 Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park will be open for the youth waterfowl hunt.  If you are interested, make sure you are at the check in cabin by 4:30 a.m. for the draw.  There will be no charge for the youth waterfowl hunt.  Remember to check the website for GKM waterfowl hunting regulations.  Also make sure you comply and follow all rules and regulations set by the Department of Natural Resources.  If you have any further questions please call the park at (219) 552-0033.  Email info@lakecountyparks.com if you have any comments about this post.

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FOR SHELTER RESERVATIONS CALL

Phone:  219-769-PARK

Lake County Parks and Recreation Department Corporate Offices
8411 East Lincoln Highway, Crown Point, Indiana 46307

Just west of Deep River Waterpark   4.5 miles east of I-65 on Route 30