Deer season 2017 michigan

Please check the wisconsin deer hunting regulations for a complete set of dates and unit designations. Officials extend deer hunting season in metro detroit. The conservancy owns 50,062 acres in michigan, scattered across 33 preserves. The calendar tells us when hunting in michigan begins, but our instincts already know. The 2018 firearm deer hunting season is underway in michigan. Firearm season showed the largest gains, increasing total deer harvested by about 15. About 14% fewer individuals purchased a deer hunting license in 2017 than ten years ago in 2007. Michigans archery season is open until the day before gun season starts november 14.

Its resulted in skewed sex ratios and age structure. Michigan dnr pilot program extends archery deer season. 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. Michigans 2017 deer season is already under way, with archers out since oct. One antlerless deer with each required antlerless license. In 2016, 1,119 deer crashes were reported in sanilac county, causing 16 human injuries, according to the michigan state police. New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season micah walker, detroit free press published 2. This is a 3 part video series capturing my michigan gun hunts. Michigan hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. These laws and penalties are always subject to revision, and it is recommended that you read the michigan hunting and trapping digest for the current year at the start of the season. The first of the two season opening evenings that took. Lab tests confirmed that a michigan man contracted the bacterial disease from an infected deer he was field dressing in 2017, according to a cdc alert issued this week.

Your odds of hitting a deer in michigan doubles during mating season detroit free press published 9. Values in parentheses represent % chance from 20172018. May be taken yearround with a valid michigan hunting license. License availability is limited by quotas established for each deer management unit dmu. Deer hunters impact on the state extends far beyond michigans fields and woods. An estimated 376,000 deer were harvested in 2017 compared to about 348,000 in 2016, a 10% percent. Michigan dnr pilot program extends archery deer season until january 2018 outdoorhub reporters 12. The deer season is staggered between firearms and archery, with archery hunters. It helps move the deer in a manner we can hunt without detection, and our 3 questions quiz will let you know if you have picked a good spot for the plot. Extension bulletin e657 updated october 2017 michigan. The following dates are the projected indiana firearms deer seasons through 2019. Yes, that probably does tell you that deer numbers are up. The 2017 antlerless deer license quotas for each deer.

The state sold 946,107 licenses, down from 955,598 in 2016, and. Over 50,000 outof state hunters purchased a michigan hunting license last year. All dates are subject to change through a rule making or a legislative process. Managing the statewide deer population to levels within the carrying capacity of the ecological systems of the. Number of deer harvested in each season of the 2018 michigan deer hunting season. See page 6 of the michigan hunting and trapping digest. Dnr emergency rule for 2017 deer hunting season an emergency rule signed today by the dnr, filed with the natural resources commission and the legislative services agency, states the following. Application deadline for bear permits is always december 10. During 2017, deer could be harvested primarily during nine hunting seasons. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast. These dates are based on the current administrative rules as of november 17, 2000 and are subject to change. Best michigan food plot for deer bartyllas whitetail. After the drawing, all remaining licenses will be sold on a first come, firstserved basis.

The report estimates that number will drop to nearly 392,500 by 2035. A total of 376,365 deer were harvested in michigan in 2017, up 10. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest cottontail rabbit and snowshoe hare. Deer, archery antlered and antlerless wmus 2b, 5c and 5d. Important antlerless deer license applications are available for dmus with a license quota. Seasons marked with an indicate the season dates are the same each year. Michigan dnr adds new rules to hunting season sports.

From elk and deer to bear, turkey and wolf, hunters will find variety while hunting in the state. A report from the michigan department of natural resources reported that several midmichigan counties lead the state in deer hunting. This deer firearm season comes on the heels of a strong 2017 hunting period, when michigan saw about 2 percent fewer hunters afield but also. Rifle cartridges that were allowed in previous years on public land for deer hunting are allowed on public land again this year during the deer firearms season, the reduction zone season in zones where. Gratiot, isabella counties take top spot in deer hunting. In michigan it is the responsibility of every hunter, and every person who fishes, to know the laws as it relates to their hunting and fishing privileges. View future big game season dates to plan for future hunting seasons summary of 201920 hunting seasons pdf. Your reward of patiently waiting in a tree stand or hunting blind is the satisfaction of taking responsibility for your own food, or finally bagging that trophy buck. Cdc deer tuberculosis warning issued for hunters after. New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season. This extended archery deer season in macomb, oakland and wayne counties an urban deer management zone is available through the third and final year of a department of natural resources. Number of hunters continues to decline, raising concerns.

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. In this weeks episode we transition to the michigan gun hunting season 2017. Best michigan food plot for deer is part of a comprehensive property plan. Deer mating season means higher risk for michigan drivers. John hatt from paw paw poses with his 12point van buren county typical.

Number of deer harvested up 10% between 2016 and 2017. According to the state, close to 50 percent of hunters harvested a deer in 2017. See rifle, shotgun, and bow areas for where these implements are allowed check out the crossbow hunting page for license and training requirements and details about hunting with a crossbow be aware of rules for importing big game into new york protect ny deer and moose from. Best michigan food plot for deer best michigan food plot for deer. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest. Extension bulletin e657 updated october 2017 michigan venison how to field dress, butcher, preparecookpreserve. We have a new hunter at deer camp this season and we couldnt be happier with the success that was. 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. What is the penalty for michigan dnr violations michigan. The hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location. Deer are plentiful this hunting season toledo blade. John barnes, special to the detroit news published 10. Though there are many other portions of deer season yet to open, things got underway on the 19th with two separate deer season events. Bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting season michigan.

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. A humbling experience discussion in michigan whitetail deer hunting started by wmu05, dec 7, 2017. Hunters were greeted with snow opening week, which began nov. With the first deer season weekend behind us, there is plenty more to come, making enthusiasm at getting into the field contagious throughout the state. Liberty hunt, early antlerless season kick off deer season in michigan. Chronic wasting disease threatens michigan deer herd. Hunters may apply for one public land or one private land license. The michigan department of natural resources recently finalized its 2017 michigan deer hunting forecast report, which contains information. From a high of 785,000 deer hunters in 1998, the number of licenses sold for michigans firearm deerhunting season last year was down to 621,000 a nearly 21 percent decline.

If licenses remain after the drawing, they will be sold until the quota is met in each dmu beginning september 9 at 10 a. As for the hunters themselves, their numbers are decreasing due to demographic and other trends. Oppossum, porcupine, weasel, red squirrel, skunk, ground squirrel, woodchuck, feral swine, feral pigeons, starling, house sparrows. John ended up going to kansas in 2016 without seeing the michigan monster while bowhunting. After a couple of down years, the deer population looks to be making a comeback for the 2017 season. Fur harvester information includes muskrat, mink, raccoon, fox, bobcat, badger, fishermarten, beaver, otter, and coyote. Michigans hunting season typically opens in september or october. Reports from additional biologists representing counties and dmus throughout the state will be posted here as they become available. Hunter numbers continue decline in michigan the times herald.

Various portions of the state offer muzzleloading hunting in december, and theres a. If you are disabled and need help with the public file, call 3 2220566. Application deadline for spring turkey harvest authorizations is always december 10. Roff credits the high number due to the size of the county, its.

The state sold 946,107 licenses, down from 955,598 in. Michigan is easily one of the most heavily hunted states in the antler nation, and the impacts on the states deer population are predictable. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast michigan december 12, 2017 at 2. Liberty, archery, regular firearm, muzzleloader, early antlerless, late antlerless. A lot of young people are doing other things, niewoonder told news 8.

Ohio and federal hunting laws are presented in a summarized form. Overall, more than 602,000 deer licenses were purchased in 2018. The slp remained the primary region for harvest, with 188,507 total deer harvested. Quality deer processing has your 2019 2020 deer hunting schedules and resources for the state of michigan and ohio.