Deer Science
It’s Time to Worry About Our National Doe Harvest, Especially in These States
In 1988, faced with declining hunter numbers and too many deer, our founders and leaders called deer hunters to action: reduce pressure on bucks and increase harvest pressure on does. Deer hunters responded and led…
read moreYou Could See 60% More Bucks on Camera in Hunting Season, UGA Study Shows
Trail cameras provide us with a great way to survey deer populations, identify bucks and scout deer movement before hunting season begins. There’s even a pre-season baited trail-camera survey method to analyze the structure of…
read moreCan Baiting and Feeding Really Spread Deer Diseases Faster?
Baiting and supplemental feeding are contentious topics in hunting camps, wildlife agency headquarters and legislative halls across North America. They come with cultural, ethical and ecological considerations. These are all worthy of discussion, but I’ll…
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