Waterfowl hunters can expect to find low water conditions at Lower Pahranagat Lake when the season opens Oct. 13.

Dry weather conditions have limited the amount of water that personnel at the Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge have been able to put into the lake.

This could make hunting around the lake a difficult proposition, especially during the early part of the season.

"Refuge personnel are directing water to Lower Pahranagat Lake, but levels will remain low throughout waterfowl hunting season," said Merry Maxwell, refuge manager. "This means hunters will not be able to make use of lake edge cover and that waterfowl may seek other areas to feed and rest."

More information can be obtained by calling Maxwell at 775-725-3417 or via e-mail merry_maxwell@fws.gov.