FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Hunters are advised that the Kaibab National Forest has authorized additional access to the current White Sage and Dragon Bravo Temporary Closure (order 03-07-03-25-06) beginning Aug. 25. This limited exemption applies only to individuals in possession of a valid hunt permit-tag for units 12AW, 12AE or 12B for the current archery deer hunting season through Sept. 11.
The purpose of the exemption is limited to the lawful take of any antlered deer under the terms of your hunt permit-tag.
To enter the exemption area, these conditions apply:
- Hunters must be in possession of a valid hunt permit-tag for the current archery season.
- Anyone assisting a hunter must always be physically present with the hunter.
- Hunters and their party must comply with all Stage 2 Fire Restrictions.
- Do not drive or park on restricted roads (identified in red on the map) and do not enter the burn area, Incident Command Post, or other areas not identified as “hunting exemption” on the map.
- Entry into the exemption area is only permitted between the hours of 4 a.m. and 9 p.m. Camping within the exemption area or being within the exemption area outside of these hours is not authorized.
- Maintain a safe distance from chippers and other heavy equipment and yield to heavy equipment such as water tenders on forest roads.
Please see the map to identify the exemption area within the closure boundaries.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department reminds hunters to respect hunting exemption boundaries. Anyone found in unauthorized areas or not complying with the terms of this exemption will have their exemption immediately revoked and will be removed from the forest closure area. Take of wildlife in areas outside the exemption and within the forest closure area will be considered unlawful.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping to protect public lands and ensure the safety of all forest users during this critical fire season.