Applications for Ohio’s public land controlled hunts are being accepted until Wednesday, July 31, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. These hunts provide chances to pursue deer, waterfowl, doves, pheasants and more on public lands during the 2024-25 season. The Division of Wildlife as well as the Division of Parks and Watercraft host controlled hunts on select areas around Ohio. Hunts for adults, youth, mobility impaired and mentors with apprentices are available.