Michigan deer season 2017 regulations

Michigans hunting season typically opens in september or october. Aug, 2018 michigan natural resources commission has approved new deer hunting regulations to help curb chronic wasting disease from spreading, michigan department of natural resources said. That threeyear time frame has ended, and the dnr has prepared recommended changes to deer regulations and will. Sep, 2019 new rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season micah walker, detroit free press published 2. The opportunity to hunt and harvest game is abundant to all and with various seasons spanning throughout the year, the opportunity to get lost in a sportsmans paradise is always. This extended archery deer season in macomb, oakland and wayne. Heres to a productive 2017 and a great deer season this fall. The disease first was discovered in michigan in a freeranging deer in may 2015. The final harvest total represents all deer taken during archery, gun, muzzleloader. In 2014, the michigan natural resources commission and the michigan department of natural resources agreed to maintain deer regulations on a threeyear regulatory cycle to stabilize regulations, reduce public confusion and enhance communications. If you have already purchased and have in your possession a 2020 spring turkey kill tag for an area far from home, go to michigan. An estimated 376,000 deer were harvested in 2017 compared to about 348,000 in 2016, a. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast michigan december 12, 2017 at 2. Ohios whitetailed deer hunting season is a success news.

Clinton, ingham, ionia, jackson, kent and montcalm. Beginning april 1 youll need a 2020 fishing license. Michigan sets new deerhunting rules to keep chronic. A michigan technological university analysis shows the number of firearm deerhunting licenses sold in michigan has dropped by about 21 percent over 20 years to about 621,000 in 2017. New deer hunting regulations to affect 20182019 deer seasons. New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season micah walker, detroit free press published 2. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest. An estimated 376,000 deer were harvested in 2017 compared to about 348,000 in 2016, a 10% percent. Checking deer harvested during the november firearm season must be delivered to a check station before 1 p.

No more than two deer may be taken from a two deer county during the 2017 2018 deer hunting season. Make sure to check out the 2020 michigan fishing guide for current fishing regulations, too. No more than two deer may be taken from a two deer county during the 20172018 deer hunting season. New dnr rules in place for 2014 deer hunt collin luty, 17, of milwaukee poses with a 9point buck he shot on the opening day of the 20 gun deer hunting season. Natural resources commission approves deer regulations. Licenses including a deer license, combination deer license or an antlerless deer license will be valid during the extended season. Both deer need to be tagged with an eithersex permit. Michigan dnr adds new rules to hunting season sports. Columbus, ohio ohios whitetailed deer hunters concluded the 20192020 hunting season by harvesting 184,465 deer, according to the ohio department of natural resources odnr division of wildlife. Hunting is a timehonored tradition that calls enthusiasts of all ages to head for the woods and waters for the chance to track whitetail deer, elk, bear, turkey, grouse, waterfowl and other wildlife.

The guide is a summary of indiana hunting regulations. Pilot urban deer management zone for macomb, oakland and wayne counties that allows for an extension of the archery season until jan. Number of deer harvested up 10% between 2016 and 2017. The state sold 946,107 licenses, down from 955,598 in 2016, and issued 1. Minnesotas new deerhunting regulations for the 2017 season. Some of the regulations will be in effect for the 2018 deer season and largely impact the areas of calhoun, clinton, eaton, gratiot, hillsdale, ingham, ionia, isabella, jackson, kent, mecosta.

A series of deer hunting regulations have been passed by the natural resources commission aimed at slowing the spread of chronic wasting disease. Terrain consists of heavily forested low mountains, rugged hills, inland swamps, flat lowlands, and rolling hills. The antlerless permit is not valid in a two deer county. After a couple of down years, the deer population looks to be making a comeback for the 2017 season.

Through proper hunting regulations, michigan can reduce or maintain the deer population to create a balanced environment for plants, wildlife, and humans. The statewide seasonal bag limit may be taken in any combination of zones or methods, as long as zone bag limits are not exceeded. Check out a few of the most popular seasons and regulations here, and learn more with the georgia department of natural resources, wildlife resources division. The calendar tells us when hunting in michigan begins, but our instincts already know. The report estimates that number will drop to nearly 392,500 by 2035. Date 09142017 this list contains some of the commonly encountered wildlife law violations. The minnesota department of natural resources has enacted a number of new deer hunting regulations ahead of the 2017 season, and learning and understanding these new regulations can help you avoid running afoul of the law. Hunting, hunting news, michigan videos, whitetail deer, whitetail deer videos tags.

New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season. Michigan dnr extends archery deer season in macomb. A hunter may kill no more than one antlered deer during the 2017 2018 season regardless of where or how it is taken. A straightstocked gun with a 10shot tubular magazine, these guns just ooze old west styling or new michigan deer hunting. Department of natural resources season information. According to the state, close to 50 percent of hunters harvested a deer in 2017. This program will extend the archery season until jan.

Hunters may apply for one public land or one private land license. Deer hunting regulations, proposals, and law debat michigan. Of the roughly 31thousand whitetailed deer that were tested by the michigan dnr, 60 came back positive. Aug 10, 2018 the disease first was discovered in michigan in a freeranging deer in may 2015. Archers getting an extra month to hunt deer in metro detroit. Hunters were greeted with snow opening week, which began nov.

As more people prefer knowing where their food comes from, hunting is a great way to ensure families are provided with a healthy, sustainable, and local meal. What guns meet the new limited firearm deer zone season. Michigan hunting seasons, 20192020 bag game large and small during michigans hunting seasons. Ban on baiting part of michigans new hunting rules to. The 2018 firearm deer hunting season is underway in michigan. Nov 21, 2017 2017 michigan deer hunting jaylen fleming. Deer hunting regulations, proposals, and law debat. Deer hunting regulations, including archery equipment restrictions, can be found in the 2019. The michigan dnrs chad stewart talks deer hunting regulation changes that are in effect this fall.

A michigan technological university analysis shows the number of firearm deer hunting licenses sold in michigan has dropped by about 21 percent over 20 years to about 621,000 in 2017. From elk and deer to bear, turkey and wolf, hunters will find variety while hunting in the state. Straight wall rifle expiration may 12, 2017 michigan. The final harvest total represents all deer taken during archery, gun, muzzleloader, and youth seasons. To date, more than 31,000 deer in michigan have been tested for chronic wasting disease, and cwd has been confirmed. Michigan hunting zones, units, seasons and more onx. Deer hunting in iowa iowa department of natural resources.

Species bag limit area season dates notes hunting seasons bobcat see pg. Ed golder is a public information officer for the dnr. The state of michigan has implemented an immediate ban on baiting and feeding of deer in 16 counties, called the cwd management zone, to try to slow the spread of chronic wasting disease or cwd. The open deer hunting season was established to be november 1 through 25.

All rules and regulations for the archery season apply. Michigan dnr expects increased deer population for 2017 firearm season early bowhunting season is more than half over, so that means firearm season is right around the corner. Aug 10, 2018 a series of deer hunting regulations have been passed by the natural resources commission aimed at slowing the spread of chronic wasting disease. Detroit hunters still seeking to take deer this season can plan to bowhunt through the end of january in southeastern michigan. It is designed as a service to hunters and is not intended to be a complete digest of all hunting and trapping regulations. To date, more than 31,000 deer in michigan have been tested for chronic wasting disease, and cwd has been confirmed in 60 freeranging deer in six michigan counties. It was another productive season for ohios deer hunters. Michigan sets new deerhunting rules to keep chronic wasting. It was a marriage of my passions for the outdoors and the internet. Jul 25, 2017 the hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location.

Most regulations are subject to change by administrative rule. The printed version of the 201920 iowa hunting, trapping and migratory game bird regulations omitted the language from a new state law that allows hunters with a nonambulatory deer license to hunt during any open season until the license is filled, using the method of. State bans baiting of deer in 16 counties to combat chronic. Marlin makes a ton of other lever action great deer rifles such as the m444, the. Straight wall rifle regulation southern shotgun zone expires on may 12, 2017. Apr 02, 2019 plainwell, mi as deer hunters prepare for the opening day of firearm season on nov. The deer season is staggered between firearms and archery, with archery hunters starting first, to prevent a sudden influx of. Michigan deerhunting regulation changes video outdoornews. A hunter may kill no more than one antlered deer during the 20172018 season regardless of where or how it is taken. Plainwell, mi as deer hunters prepare for the opening day of firearm season on nov. Dec 07, 2017 michigan deer season 2017 christopher. Dec 12, 2019 detroit hunters still seeking to take deer this season can plan to bowhunt through the end of january in southeastern michigan. The archery deer hunting season has been extended until jan.

Michigan dnr announces new urban deer management zone in. Ohios whitetailed deer hunting season is a success. Government lands % 15% private lands 52,739,191 acres. State game and wildlife areas in all three counties are open to hunting during this extended season. The printed version of the 201920 iowa hunting, trapping and migratory game bird regulations omitted the language from a new state law that allows hunters with a nonambulatory deer license to hunt during any open season until the license is filled, using the method of take allowed for that season. Apr 28, 2017 pilot urban deer management zone for macomb, oakland and wayne counties that allows for an extension of the archery season until jan. Dnr recommending deer regulation changes outdoornews. Deer season opener, buck pole michigan out of doors t.

The hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location. This topic is on natural resources commission agendas for this spring. Michigan dnr to propose deer regulation changes outdoor. State bans baiting of deer in 16 counties to combat. The state will also extend the deer hunting season in those counties, and place restrictions on deer carcass movements in the zone. Wisconsin the 2016 firearms season harvest was virtually identical to the 2015 firearms season harvest. Whereas, a deer combo license allows a hunter to use both kill tags in either the firearms season, the muzzleloader season, the archery seasons, or use one license in any of these seasons page, 31. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast. From elk and deer to bear, turkey and wolf, hunters will find variety while hunting in.

See page 6 of the michigan hunting and trapping digest. Beginning in 2018, the michigan department of natural resources will initiate a pilot program for an extended archery season in macomb, oakland and wayne counties, known as the urban deer management zone. During the 20182019 deer hunting seasons, 172,670 deer were checked. License availability is limited by quotas established for each deer management unit dmu. Fur harvester information includes muskrat, mink, raccoon, fox, bobcat, badger, fishermarten, beaver, otter, and coyote. Mar 21, 2018 michigan s hunting season typically opens in september or october. Bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting season michigan. Due to the covid19 pandemic and recent executive orders issued in michigan, we are encouraging hunters to hunt close to home. Changes to michigan firearm laws for deer hunting explained. New importation rules apply this fall august 26, 2017 at 1. Seasons marked with an indicate the season dates are the same each year. Michigan natural resources commission has approved new deerhunting regulations to help curb chronic wasting disease from spreading, michigan department of. Get your license online and then either print it at home or download to your mobile device and carry that with you. A valid indiana deer hunting license see page 27 of hunting guide for license types, resident youth hunttrap, or comprehensive lifetime hunting license is required to hunt.