Most questions have to do with calibers and cartridges allowed under the new law. The winter portion of the firearm deer hunting season opens jan. Maryland hunters harvest nearly 80,000 deer during 2019. The maryland department of natural resources announced today that the twoweek firearm deer season opens nov. The department of natural resources has received numerous questions regarding recent legislation that legalizes certain rifles for deer hunting beginning later this year. The first segment of maryland s muzzleloader deer season opens on october 16. We are a group of hunters who live and breathe the great outdoors. The 20192020 maryland archery season is just one short month away. Commission members proposed allowing resident hunters 65 or older to use crossbows during the entire archery deer season as well as deer zone changes for hopkins, larue, green, nelson, bullitt, grayson. Whs estimated the deer population of garrett and allegany counties at a combined 39,000 in 2016, down significantly from the 2002 high of 77,000. Fail to report all wounded deer to the ranger station.
Jan 18, 2016 deer firearms season is open during the january 2016 dates in region b only. Hunters may use muzzleloading firearms to harvest sika and whitetailed deer during this season. Maryland car vs deer crashes jump as mating season begins. Williamson outfitters offers a truly unique hunting experience for sika deer in marshes of maryland and is a tremendous challenge for even the most veteran of hunters. We have some of the best properties for sika deer hunting that maryland s eastern shore has to offer. A 2016 population estimate october 29, 2016 maryland.
Deer hunt opening day 2016 maryland part 1 youtube. Marylands firearm deer season, when hunters are permitted to use. Final harvest numbers higher than the previous season the maryland department of natural resources reported that deer hunters harvested 79,457 deer during the combined archery, firearms, and muzzleloader seasons, from sept. Had deer movement for about 25 minutes and that was it. Catoctin mountain parks deer population was roughly 123 deer per square mile in the fall of 2009, before the first season of deer management. Deer hunting maryland during bow season november 4, 2017. Opening weekend of the 2016 2017 maryland archery season opening weekend has come and gone for archery season this year.
General deer hunting rules maryland hunting seasons. Maryland waterfowl hunting and deer hunting field reports. By press release desk, news partner sep 6, 2017 11. The landscape combined with the excellent game makes for one of the best hunting regions in the northeast. This represents a 29% increase over last years saturday opener, the department stated. With the first split of duck season just a few days away, the muzzleloader and firearms seasons for deer around the corner, maryland hunters should be aware of new, tougher penalties for violating hunting laws that might not have been on their radar when they became effective months ago. A 2016 population estimate october 29, 2016 maryland deer friendly. The kentucky fish and wildlife commission proposed the dates of the 2015 2016 deer seasons and numerous changes to deer and elk regulations in the state at its quarterly meeting dec. Deer hunters may use archery equipment on these days in region b but any deer harvested must count towards the deer firearms season bag limit.
Kills 3 does and 1 buck one day 121011 maryland shotgun season. The winter portion of the firearm deer season opens on friday, january 8, 2016, in deer management region b. Get a head start on deer season delmarva daily times. Pursue, shoot, shoot at, lie in wait for, or kill any fourlegged animal within 300 yards of a waterfowl blind or a waterfowl hunter during the waterfowl season. Sep 17, 2016 deer hunt opening day 2016 maryland part 2 duration. Eyler said the average hunter in maryland harvests two deer, but not necessarily two bucks. An antlered whitetailed deer is defined as a deer with two or more points to one antler, or a deer with one antler three or more inches long, measuring from the top of the skull as the deer is in life. Maryland holds 3 junior hunt days for deer, turkey and migratory game birds. Maryland hunting seasons offer fantastic waterfowl and furbearer hunting.
Maryland hunters face tougher penalties for violating hunting. Lake linganore considering bow hunt to control deer population october 29. They have all the facts and stats on how many deer where taken in our state and for each county and weapon used. The harvest of 84,022 deer represents a 3 percent decrease from last. Maryland is one of the most underappreciated states for hunting. This season serves as one of many that the maryland department of natural resources offers from september to january. Cwd also has been documented in michigan, virginia, iowa, maryland, missouri, north dakota, pennsylvania, ohio, arkansas, mississippi, texas, tennessee, ontario, and quebec captive herd. The harvest of 84,022 deer represents a 3 percent decrease from last years total of 86,883. To see the current 20192020 deer bag limits click on the blue color dnr link below. To date, no evidence of cwd in connecticuts deer herd has been detected. This was the first year in probably 5 years i was unable to get out and go hunting on opening day. Purchasing a license is more convenient than ever before.
Early duck season was very successful with many wood ducks, teal and mallard in our area. Deer hunt opening day 2016 maryland part 2 duration. Maryland holds 3 junior hunt days for deer, turkey and migratory. Sep 06, 2017 community corner deer archery season in maryland opens this week the deer hunting season in maryland runs through january 2018. House enrolled act 1231 that was passed earlier this year by the indiana general assembly allows some additional rifle cartridges to be used.
A 2016 population estimate october 29, 2016 maryland deer. Dec 15, 2017 the maryland department of natural resources reported that more than 4,000 deer were taken on the two sundays during the season, more than 10 percent of the total take during the two week season. Maryland, 85,193 deer harvested during 20162017 hunting. These are the primary dates set when published, please check the state dnrs website to confirm. The deer density goal 15 20 deer per square mile set forth in the deer management planeis was achieved in 2016 after seven seasons of reductions. Far western maryland, eyler said, has about 20 deer per square mile. Sunday deer hunting 20192020 for whitetailed deer and sika deer sunday hunting is allowed only on these dates and times during these seasons county archery season firearm season muzzleloader season lands open sept. Firearm deer season to open in maryland outdoor news daily. Maryland hunters harvested 85,193 deer during the combined archery, muzzleloader and firearm seasons sept. Deer hunting season opens saturday capital gazette. Maryland hunters harvest 34,000 deer during firearm season. Hunters may use firearms to harvest sika and whitetailed deer during this season. Deer hunting maryland, bow season november 10, 2017.
Archery hunters are required to wear fluorescent orange when the deer muzzleloader season, deer firearm season or junior deer hunt is open in the deer. This is a site for md bow hunters to post pics, socialize, and give tips on deer movement and hunting. Hea 1231 is scheduled to expire after the 2020 deer season, at which time the dnr will submit an impact report to the governor and the general assembly. Shopping is easy, safe and all tribe members get a 10% discount. Maryland firearm deer hunting season reopens december 28, 2016. Attitudes towards deer hunting and deer management maryland provides firsttime hunter opportunity. Check out my other deer hunts in the deer hunting playlist. There are tagging and checking requirements for all deer harvested. The maryland department ofnatural resources has not yet issued its full report but has.
Whitetailed deer management catoctin mountain park u. A hunter must carry personal photo identification such as a drivers license or a secondary form of positive identification while hunting. Atlantic population canada geese ungava peninsula 2019 preliminary report. The harvest exceeded the 2015 2016 total by more than 1,000 deer. The rise in deer take for 2016 was attributed to better weather and the opening of sunday hunting. Come and join us by giving us a like and share your videos,pictures. Maryland hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Hunting at assateague assateague island national seashore. Maryland hunters harvest 77,000 deer during 20182019 season february. Maybe this is one of those years where the stakeholders meet then along with dnr, were told what we get to shoot. Dnr gets clarification on new rifle law for deer hunting 4. Deer hunting in maryland with williamson outfitters. Firearms season runs from november 30 to december 14. Oct 29, 2018 the peak of deer hunting season has arrived.
In addition, maryland has whitetailed and sika deer, black bear, and wild turkey hunting. A community for everything hunting and fishing in maryland. The ponds are full of water and it looks like a great season for geese and ducks. Dnr releases 201415 deer season results the harvest shows a 9 percent decrease from last years total of 95,863 click on this dnr deer photo. Guidelines pertaining to sunday hunting as well as bag limits, season dates, registration procedures and other regulations are included in the 2016 2017 maryland guide to hunting and trapping. With over 200,000 whitetails, maryland is a pretty good deer. Those exempt from the requirement of wearing fluorescent color clothing are. The maryland department of natural resources reported that deer hunters harvested 79,457 deer during the combined archery, firearms, and muzzleloader seasons, from sept. Maryland deer population, management news and information archive. Estimated at 214,000 deer prior to hunting season in 2016 and 2017, down somewhat from the 220,000 in 2015, and 227,000 in 2014. The maryland department of natural resources earlier this month announced that hunters reported 8,061 deer taken on opening day of the 2019 maryland firearm season, nov. With the first split of duck season just a few days away, the muzzleloader and firearms seasons for deer around the corner, maryland hunters should be aware of new, tougher penalties for violating hunting laws that might not have been. Dnr gets clarification on new rifle law for deer hunting. Hunters with a valid hunting license may use firearms to harvest sika and.
My food plot i planted last fall is serving the deer well this year. Deer hunting maryland, bow season november 10, 2017 youtube. This site will allow you quick and easy access to hunting and fishing licenses, regulations and other important information about outdoor recreation in maryland. Unless otherwise noted, hunting seasons are for all maryland counties. Deer archery hunters hunting in allegany, frederick, garrett and washington counties during the open black bear season are required to wear fluorescent color clothing. For carroll county hunters, archery season offers extra. Only those species listed in this plan may be hunted by the indicated weaponry during the designated season within the maryland portion of assateague island national seashore. Chronic wasting disease detected in 25 deer in western maryland. Nov 21, 2016 the maryland department of natural resources announced today that the twoweek firearm deer season opens nov. Limits bag limits vary depending on the area of maryland you are hunting in and if you are hunting sika or white tailed deer.
We have some of the best properties for sika deer hunting that marylands eastern shore has to offer. A partial list of cartridges that are not allowed under hea 1231 includes the. To see marylands state record bucks, click on this ad or websitelink below new 2017 maryland bucks scoring record book from bucks, bears, stags, check out their website below for more details. Firearm deer season reopens friday, january 8th in. Fox trapping opening day maryland 2016 2017 season november 15, 2016. On top of all those fun things, i am actively shooting. Deer archery season in maryland opens this week westminster. By this point many of us are actively checking trail cameras, getting ready to set stands for the season. So is early muzzle loader season always the third thursday, friday and saturday in october. The most up to date and the number one resource for deer hunting in maryland. I know its a two year cycle and maybe this is one of those years where we wont know for a few months.
Muzzleloader season runs october 17 to 19 and december 21 to january 4. Dec 27, 2017 the maryland department of natural resources announced today that the winter portion of the firearm deer hunting season opens jan. Maryland hunters harvest 77,000 deer during 20182019 season. Maryland residents serving in the united states armed forces, while hunting during official leave in maryland, do not need to purchase a hunting license, deer stamps, or department of natural resources managed hunt permit. Bait, hunt over an area known to be baited, and fail to report baiting. Estimated at 214,000 deer prior to hunting season in 2016 and 2017, down somewhat from the.
Its the second week of firearms deer season in maryland and from here on out things get. Sep 14, 2019 in the 201819 hunting season, hunters in carroll bagged 2,979 deer with firearms, according to brian eyler, maryland department of natural resources deer project leader, plus another 808 deer. For example in region a during bow season you are allowed one antlerless white tailed deer. In 2016, the first documented case of cwd in freeranging reindeer occurred in norway. Hunting comes full circle for family in mountain city. Firearm deer season to open in maryland november 21, 2016. The antlered whitetailed deer bag limit is statewide and applies to both region a and region b together hunters may only harvest one antlered whitetailed deer per day within the season bag limits an antlered whitetailed deer is defined as a deer with two or more points to one antler, or a deer with one antler three or more inches long, measuring from the top of the skull as the deer is. The next three weeks are the peak of deer hunting season as we enter the white tail rut, writes columnist dave ciekot. Maryland will consider antler point restrictions for deer. Have a safe 20192020 season brush up on hunter safety tips. Hunters may only harvest one antlered whitetailed deer per day within the season bag limits.
Junior hunters can also earn an official junior hunter certificate. May 23, 20 limits bag limits vary depending on the area of maryland you are hunting in and if you are hunting sika or white tailed deer. The middle of july, suffering through the heat of a delmarva summer, is a difficult a time for a deer hunter. Its opening day shotgun season in southern maryland. Footnotes for 20182019 hunting season calendar unless otherwise noted, hunting seasons are for all maryland counties.