ATTENTION RECREATIONAL USERS:
American Electric Power and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife recently made available an additional 7,340 acres for public use. This acreage was originally opened for the purpose of reducing the deer population, which was creating a severe browse impact on young tree plantings. Since then, AEP has decided to keep this area opened year round for public use until further notice. All aspects of public recreation will be utilized in this area.
Map of Hunting Area |
The additional acres are located in Rich Hill and Meigs Townships of Muskingum County along both sides of State Route 284. Maps will be posted at bulletin boards throughout the campgrounds within ReCreation Land. There will also be maps made available at the local stores in and around the ReCreation Land, which already distribute the maps and permits.
It is the recreational users’ as well as the hunters’ responsibility to know and respect the boundaries of this area and have all the licenses and permits needed while hunting, fishing, etc. in this area. All Recreational users will be expected to respect the rights of private property owners in the area.
All recreational users are reminded that the rules and regulations for AEP’s ReCreation Land apply, as well as all of the state fishing and wildlife regulations. Driving off road in this area is not permitted. No ATV’s are permitted. For more information, call American Electric Power at 740/962-1205.
