Mule deer populations were hit hard by last winter’s harsh weather, while elk will remain steady and white-tailed deer will hopefully rebound in stronger numbers this year, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game said in a statement released last week as hunting season begins to ramp up. Hunting season began Aug. 1 for elk and starts on Aug. 30 …
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Elk hunter survey doesn’t support FWP claims
Laura Lundquist (Missoula Current) A sportsmen’s group is questioning Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ interpretation of its recent elk hunting poll, particularly claims that most resident hunters are satisfied with current elk management. Last week, Montana Backcountry Hunters and Anglers posted its analysis of FWP’s elk management survey and found flaws in a number of FWP’s conclusions, including that “73% of the …
Read More »Delaware hunting seasons to open in September | News
SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. – September brings various hunting opportunities across Sussex County, according to the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Control. Dove and Canada goose season begins on Friday, Sept. 1, while early green-winged and blue-winged teal duck season runs from Wednesday, Sept. 13 to Saturday, Sept. 30. According to DNREC, there are various opportunities and regulations to follow throughout the …
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