Deer muzzleloader season is the first opportunity that all sportsmen can use firearms to harvest deer, and the season accounts for about 2025 percent of the total annual deer harvest in oklahoma. White horse creek guided hunts offers whitetail deer and turkey hunting in oklahoma for bow, rifle and blackpowder hunters. Oklahoma diy hunting awaits north american whitetail. Your gear is also essential to an emergency situation that may occur. Whichever hunt you chose, you are sure to enjoy our oklahoma deer hunting. Ballard wma will reopen for waterfowl hunting on wednesday, jan. Oklahoma continues to enjoy some of the best deer hunting in north america as our habitat and herds continue to recover from the severe drought a few years ago. General hunting seasons oklahoma department of wildlife. If you are stomping around the woods this spring you might come across some antler sheds. In some states, shed brokers will pay for deer sheds by the pound and then resell the antlers to crafters, carvers and furniture makers. Oklahoma muzzleloader hunting season regulation hunting. Unfortunately couldnt close the deal on the biggest buck ive ever seen. The statewide seasonal bag limit may be taken in any combination of zones or methods, as long as zone bag limits are not exceeded. The 201516 deer season will open as scheduled, confirmed arkansas game and fish.
These are the dates set when published, please check the state dnrs website to confirm. Beginning with the 20152016 season every purchaser of a deer tag s must report their harvest, even if they were unsuccessful, or if they did not hunt. Request a correction to a deer application or replacement of a deer permit. Much of this time was spent in oklahoma and texas where he became very familiar with the outdoor opportunities in these states. Whether you want to see lots of deer or you have your sights set on a wall hanger we have it all.
Oklahoma deer forecast for 2016 the oklahoma deer harvest declined last year. The antlers deer festival and outdoor show was established october 2002. Deer season is huge in oklahoma, and not just for hunters. Deer hunting is a family tradition in oklahoma november 11, 2018 deer season 2018. In 2016, 119,477 whitetailed deer were harvested in indiana, including 51,783 antlered deer and 67,694. There will be more people in the woods on the opening day of deer gun season in oklahoma than what would fill gaylord familymemorial stadium in norman and boone pickens stadium in stillwater combined. Seasons that have ended for the year will not be shown. Many of the links could be traced back to a website called, which has been since renamed prank. Sound deer management the key to oklahomas record setting. Nov 17, 2019 in explaining the importance of the deer gun season in oklahoma, the wildlife department often likes to cite the following statistic.
Beginning with the 2015 2016 season every purchaser of a deer tag s must report their harvest, even if they were unsuccessful, or if they did not hunt. Oklahoma muzzleloader hunting season knight rifles. Hunters in modern firearms, archery and muzzleloader seasons reported a total of 88,467 deer taken. October 24 25, 2020 note that this is a biennial season setting year and wmu specific eithersex days will not be approved until later this spring.
Trophy whitetail deer are our specialty here at trails end sanctuary, and the oklahoma deer hunts are world class. Deer muzzleloader season opens for nine days starting oct. Cpw issues hunting and fishing licenses, conducts research to improve wildlife management activities, protects high priority. Texas adopts liberalized hunting, fishing rules for 201617. Deep provides hunters with a variety of opportunities to harvest deer in connecticut. We offer guided whitetail deer hunts on some of the most beautiful and productive whitetail hunting habitat in oklahoma. We have over 20 years of quality experience in oklahoma guided deer hunts and whitetail deer ranch management and have been doing genetic research since 1992. Archery deer hunters in illinois took a preliminary total of 57,937 deer during the season which began on oct. For the statewide elk season, oklahoma is divided into seven zones. The amount of dollars spent related to big game hunting in 2016 in oklahoma. Oklahoma s 2016 deer season is well on its way to revamping the record books. Oklahomans have rifle season during much of the second half of november, plus an early muzzleloader season in late october. The texas parks and wildlife commission adopted a suite of changes to this years deer hunting regulations that includes expanding whitetailed deer hunting into 14 counties across the western panhandle, and creating additional deer hunting opportunities in east texas.
Likewise, responsibility for the future of deer in iowa depends upon the cooperation of hunters and landowners, preservation of critical timber habitat. Compounding the challenge of getting drawn for a controlled hunt is the fact an applicant must possess a valid hunting license for that season at the time his or her application is put in. This includes deer archery, youth deer gun, deer muzzleloader and deer gun seasons. Any antlerless deer harvested in the following counties during archery, youthonly, muzzleloader, or the four doe days during general season is required to be reported within 24 hours of harvest to the department via mobile application or online. It is the responsibility of the hunter to be aware of applicable federal regulations on federal lands forest service, national recreation areas, etc. Deer hunting is one of the most popular hunts in our nation. Deer hunting in iowa the return of the whitetailed deer as a major game species in iowa is a tribute to good landowner attitude and progressive management, research and enforcement programs. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of colorados wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs.
Oklahoma hunting and fishing bragging board home facebook. Thats a big gulp of rarified air for one state to suck up in a season, and its tough to pick just three stories out of the bunch to highlight what this state is capable of producing. Guests are prohibited during gun deer season, elk seasons, and all weekends of. Deer season dates by wildlife management unit hunting.
Species that have youth seasons or split springfall seasons will be listed multiple times in the species selection box. Had one of the best hunts ive ever had on november 8th. The state showed it could produce some true monster bucks and the oklahoma department of wildlife. But before heading out on your first hunt in the sooner state, make sure youre familiar with oklahoma hunting laws.
Associate memberships and day guest passes are not valid on the opening two days of the season, i. Dates listed as tentative are subject to change until their proclamation has been signed. May 26, 2016 essential hunting gear for a rainy oklahoma springtime hunt. The oklahoma deer hunting season provides specific windows for specific types of deer hunting.
Essential hunting gear for a rainy oklahoma springtime hunt. Each zone has its own bag limit one or two elk and harvest quota. In 2017, oklahoma deer hunters dropped close to 40 bucks that grossed over 200 inches. From trophy whitetail hunts to that first time deer hunt for your son or daughter, we have it covered. Not only that but are prices are some of the best in the nation as well. That compares with the harvest of 53,468 during the 201617 archery season. Experts warn drivers during deer breeding season kten. Oklahoma holiday antlerless deer season offers last chance to. Any deer, regardless of sex, with at least three inches of antler length above the natural hairline on either. Hunters in modern firearms, archery and muzzleloader seasons reported a total of 88,467 deer.
Season dates are tentative, pending commission approval. Following is a comprehensive list of season dates and applications periods by species. Giant bucks of oklahoma 2016 outdoors unlimited media and. Muzzleloading opportunities occur from october 26 to november 3, and rifle hunters can hit the field from november 23 to december 8. Oklahomas archery season runs from october 1 to january 15. Already the secondplace spot on the list of oklahomas alltime biggest bucks has changed twice, and official scoring has only been going on for a few weeks. Track and post feedback and updates of rutting activity here in oklahoma. You will need the right kind of gear to hunt longer and more efficiently. Thus far, the secondplace spot on the list of oklahomas alltime biggest bucks has changed twice, and official. Hunting season dates that are shown on this page are either upcoming or currently open. Mandatory harvest reporting for antlerless whitetailed deer.
Unique deer seasons are based on equipment used to harvest deer. Oklahomas 2016 deer hunting season is well on its way to rearranging the record book. Its rare to see an antlered deer in oklahoma in april. Here are the stories behind three from last season. I have the privilege of seeing a bunch of big deer racks pass through my office every year and ive never seen this many at one time. Ohio and federal hunting laws are presented in a summarized form. Deer hunters participating in the 2016 17 late season antlerless and spike whitetail hunting season a brief season offered during january in 9 counties after the close of the general. Up to two dogs may be used to blood trail wounded deer. Experts warn drivers during deer breeding season posted. Archery hunting for deer, turkey underway in oklahoma.
Its an exciting time of year for veteran hunters and beginners alike. Dec 25, 2018 here are the stories behind three from last season. Deer hunting seasons 2020 connecticut hunting and trapping guide. Cwd deer season information will be available in early fall 2020 military fee exemptions. The beginning of the elk archery season coincides with the end of the elk rut.
The map of open areas and other turkey season details are available in the current oklahoma hunting and fishing regulations guide. Deer taken during controlled hunts or during the holiday antlerless deer gun season do not count toward the combined season limit. Alan peoples, chief of wildlife with the oklahoma department of wildlife conservation, said. Colorado parks and wildlife is a nationally recognized leader in conservation, outdoor recreation and wildlife management. In explaining the importance of the deer gun season in oklahoma, the wildlife department often likes to cite the following statistic. Wmu maps pdf wildlife management unit map deer and turkey 11 x 17.
Hunting licenses are available for resident and nonresidents. In 2017, the average buck size will increase due to our introduction of some very large parents in our 2016 fawning season, and the antler size will range from 150300. Three antlerless with muzzleloader and modern gun combined. Deer hunting seasons oklahoma hunting for requirements on hunter orange, legal means of taking, public lands, shooting hours, carcass disposal, more than one method of take in the field, tracking with dogs, field tagging and checking requirements, see big game regulations. So far the 2016 deer season has added almost 40 bucks to oklahomas cy curtis awards program, which recognizes trophy game animals such as whitetailed deer, mule deer, elk, pronghorn and black bears. In oklahoma, its legal to sell sheds, but illegal to sell deer antlers with the skull attached. With more than 12 different ecoregions across the state, oklahoma offers one of the most diverse collections of wildlife species in the nation. Spring has arrived and so have the spring turkeys for hunting season. Licenses can be purchased from a license agent or through the natural resources website. Mar 19, 2011 a quick search of the internet reveals a lot of people try to sell deer sheds. Thus far, the secondplace spot on the list of oklahomas alltime biggest bucks has. Each whitetail deer hunting zone is equipped with a top of the line gravity protein feeder, a 55 gallon spin cast corn feeder, a freshly prepared lush food plot, a comfortable two man tower box blind, and a strategically placed quad pod. Oklahoma hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq.
The regular archery deer hunting season has been underway since. Deer hunting with a gun continued to be the favorite method of harvest for hunters in oklahoma as 58 percent of the deer were taken with a modern firearm. Hunting oklahoma department of wildlife conservation. The event draws crowds in the thousands annually and is still growing. The corps of engineers coe allows hunting on some, but not all, coe properties.
Total deer harvest likely lower this season january 10, 2016 oklahoma. Oklahoma holiday antlerless deer season offers last chance to gun hunters outdoorhub 12. White horse creek deer hunting northwest oklahoma photo. In between is when some of the best bowhunting occurs, as the state has a classic november rut. May 23, 20 and while the natural habitat of whitetailed deer is dense forest, this species can easily adapt to grasslands if it is dense enough to provide cover. Seasons deer harvest in oklahoma is a recordsetter. Jun 19, 2017 keith warren heads to oklahoma for opening day of deer season at no mercy outfitters looking to take a trophy whitetail. The quad pods are close to the spin cast corn feeders in each zone for our archery hunters, and the. Seasons deer harvest in oklahoma is a recordsetter sports. In 2016, our hunts will feature deer that will achieve an antler score of 250. This has allowed us to grow deer that are truly wild, but contained within our high fence. The states overall firstplace buck is believed to be safe from dethroning atop the states record books so far. Holiday antlerless deer season offers last chance to gun hunters. Deer associate or deer day guest pass memberships permit a club member to take one guest daily for the purpose of hunting deer and turkey.
It allows you to take up to six deer, but only two of them can be antlered. Open season is just a few weeks away for most of the us. Deer hunting oklahoma 2016 straight juiced outdoors. Bag game large and small during oklahoma hunting season. No mercy deer hunt oklahoma opening day 2016 youtube. Hunting seasons and application dates nebraska game and.
Deer hunting the most popular hunting season in oklahoma. Western association of fish and wildlife agencies this paper provides a general overview of the current blacktailed and mule deer odocoileus hemionus population status and general abundance trends throughout their range in north america. Season dates and bag limits ohio department of natural. For detailed information about each season check out the annual hunting guides. The deer festival is a family friendly festival that has something for everyone, whether you are an outdoorsman, craftart enthusiast, chili cooking genius or just a child looking for some awesome. We offer some of the finest whitetail deer hunts in the nation. Good weather in the summers of 2018 2015 allowed the population to rebound from a drought. Jan 04, 2017 open season is just a few weeks away for most of the us. About 650,000 deer in 2017, an estimated 625,000 deer in 2015, up from 575,000 in 2014 which was the lowest population in 10 years. Everything you need to plan your oklahoma hunting trips for 2020. The following is a listing of north dakota hunting seasons alphabetical by species. Keith warren heads to oklahoma for opening day of deer season at no mercy outfitters looking to take a trophy whitetail. North dakota hunting seasons north dakota game and fish. For people to show off their trophies rather it be bucks,does,turkeys,bears,elk the trophy is in the eye of a hunter.
Feb 03, 2017 so far the 2016 deer season has added almost 40 bucks to oklahomas cy curtis awards program, which recognizes trophy game animals such as whitetailed deer, mule deer, elk, pronghorn and black bears. Whitetail deer in oklahoma start shedding their antlers as early as late december and begin the process of growing new ones. From antelope and deer to bear and small game, hunters will find variety in the states woods. Nov 12, 2016 had one of the best hunts ive ever had on november 8th. Thats down nearly 9,000 animals from the previous years harvest of 97,265 and down by more than 24,000 animals from the harvest in 2011. Oklahoma deer population and management deer friendly. The rut was in full swing here in central oklahoma. With a broad diversity of species and seasons, all hunters in nebraska can have a busy year. The 20162017 indiana whitetailed deer summary is a comprehensive report of the states deer herd including information on the deer hunting season, use of depredation permits, deervehicle collisions, and disease surveillance efforts.
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