Spring 2022 Application to Hunt Turkey on Selected Lands of The Scenic Hudson Land Trust

Please fill out the form below to apply for a permit to hunt at selected Scenic Hudson properties. All applicants will be notified of their status via e-mail no later than Monday, April 4.

Contact hunting@scenichudson.org with questions.

Hunter Information
Hunter Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone*
Email
Vehicle*

Year/make/model/color of vehicle you will be using while hunting.
License Plate*
Driver's License*
Back Tag Number
Property Applying For*
Specify which Scenic Hudson property you would like permission to hunt on.
Hunting Club

If you are a member of a hunting club, please enter its name here (membership status will be verified with the club).
Season
- Spring Turkey (May 1-31, 2022)
Hunting Agreement
Agreement*
I certify that all information provided in this application to hunt on lands of Scenic Hudson is true and accurate; and that driver's license, back tag and license plate numbers given are current, valid, and not under suspension.
Hunting Restrictions*
I acknowledge that this application is for the non-exclusive privilege to hunt on the Property, and is for the current hunting season only. If granted, permission to hunt shall be personal to me and may not be transferred, and will be limited to the Property and hunting seasons as indicated on the permit which shall be mailed to me.
Property Inspections*
I acknowledge that I am familiar with and have inspected the Property and have determined that it is suitable for the hunting use for which I am applying.
Rules and Regulations (General)*
I acknowledge that if this non-exclusive privilege to hunt is granted it shall terminate automatically, without notice from Scenic Hudson, if I fail to abide by any of the following rules and regulations while on the property:
• Stay within property boundaries
• Be considerate of other visitors and adjoining property owners
• Keep pets leashed and clean up after them
• Do not remove or destroy plants, wildlife or artifacts
• Do not litter, carry out what you carry in
• Remove any temporary stands or structures at the end of the hunting season
• Comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations, including all laws and regulations promulgated by DEC and the New York State Department of Health
Rules and Regulations (COVID-19)*
In recognition of the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis, I agree to comply with the following NYSDEC and State Parks guidelines for responsible outdoor recreation:
• Stay home if you are sick, or showing or feeling any COVID-19 symptoms, such as fever, coughing, and/or troubled breathing
• Practice social distancing, keeping at least six (6) feet of distance between you and others even when outdoors
• Avoid close contact, such as shaking hands, hugging, and high-five
• Wash hands often or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when soap and water are not available
• Avoid unnecessary contact with surfaces that are often touched, such as doorknobs and handrails.
Prohibited Activities*
I agree to refrain from the following prohibited activities:
• Use of any type of motorized vehicles (except to access and park in designated parking areas)
• Swimming
• Use of radios or alcohol
• Camping
• Hunting, except as permitted
• Trapping
• Fires
• Dumping/Littering
• Smoking
• Use of any type of motorized watercraft
• Erection of permanent hunting stands or structures of any kind.
Prohibition Against Waste*
I agree that I will not take any action that will result in, or fail to take any action that will allow, the impairment or diminution in the value of the Property
Indemnity and Hold Harmless*
I acknowledge that Scenic Hudson assumes no responsibility or liability for my safety in the exercise of the privilege to hunt. I understand that I assume all such responsibility and liability. In consideration of the non-exclusive privilege granted, I hereby agree to release from liability, indemnify, defend and hold Scenic Hudson, Inc. and The Scenic Hudson Land Trust, Inc., harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, costs, expenses, fines, penalties, assessments, citations, and the like, of any kind whatsoever, public or private, including, but not limited to injury (including death) or damage to person or property, including but not limited to physical, emotional, or financial harm, arising from or out of negligence or willful acts or caused directly or indirectly by me or by any activity performed or undertaken by me on any part of the Property.
Representation*
I agree that if permission is granted to hunt on the Property, it shall not be interpreted as conferring upon me an exclusive right to use the Property. Other uses of the Property, including, but not limited to, wildlife watching, hiking, and other passive pursuits by the public may occur during hunting season and have equal right to use of the Property. I agree and understand that I have no right to interfere with other such uses or users of the Property. A permit to hunt does not in any way constitute that I am the agent, employee or legal representative of SCENIC HUDSON for any purpose whatsoever, and shall not be construed as creating a partnership or agency relationship between SCENIC HUDSON and myself.
Permission*
I UNDERSTAND THAT PERMISSION TO HUNT IS NOT DEEMED GRANTED UNLESS AND UNTIL I RECEIVE A PERMIT FROM SCENIC HUDSON.

Hunter Information

Hunting Agreement