doe hunt Archives | Deer & Deer Hunting

New Bill Aims to End Doe Hunting for 4 Years

- Friday January 19, 2024 - Sara Gilane

After years of complaints from deer hunters about low herd numbers, lawmakers introduced a new bill that would prohibit killing antlerless deer.

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Is it Time to Stop Shooting Does?

- Wednesday October 18, 2023 - Josh Honeycutt

In some parts of the country, deer numbers are declining. Should we consider a ceasefire on antlerless deer? The answer is yes, no and maybe.

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Identifying How to Improve Your Property for Whitetails

A property that holds deer for a disproportionate amount of time doesn't happen by accident. Steve Bartylla shares how to work with your land's natural limitations instead of forcing features like buck bedding where they don't belong. By identifying your ground's strengths—such as transition zones or destination food sources—and addressing whitetail needs better than neighboring properties, managers can create a habitat setup that consistently delivers results.