Deer population control change

An abundance of deer population in Missouri has prompted a change in deer hunting regulations for the 2023-2024 deer season. The Missouri Department of Conservation will offer a new firearms early antlerless portion October 6th through the 8th. According to Conservation Agent Jarad Milligan this will allow hunters to fill the freezer early…

Milligan explains what constitutes an antlerless deer…

According to the Missouri Department of Conservation an additional antlerless harvest of deer is needed to stabilize the deer population. Archery Deer and Turkey hunting will be permitted September 15th through November 10th and November 22nd through January 15, 2024. For additional information for hunters and for permit information go to the Missouri Department of Conservation website.