It accounted for about 31% of the total harvest, and about 29% of the total antlerless deer harvested table 2, figure 2. Statewide, sportsmen killed 333,254 deer last year, ranking pennsylvania third behind only texas 722,044 and michigan 341,288. 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. Michigan hunters thought they shot deer, squirrels they hit. Best deer guns and caliber discussion in rifles started by riverjigger1225, nov 7, 2017. Jul 25, 2017 the hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location. Bobcat season may close earlier when the quota is reached. Nov 28, 2016 deer camp holds a lot of memories for most michigan hunters, and this year was no different. A michigan technological university analysis shows the number of firearm deer hunting licenses sold in michigan has dropped by about 21 percent over 20 years to about 621,000 in 2017. For southern michigan i like a good remington 1100 deer gun with a nikon bdc scope, but i would be looking at the. Check out these rifles featured recently in our 2017 gear issue magazine editions.
New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season micah walker, detroit free press published 2. Michigans 2017 firearm season 2 bucks harvested youtube. Darkness was looming and deer, creatures most comfortable during low light conditions, were beginning to stir. Aug, 2018 michigan natural resources commission has approved new deer hunting regulations to help curb chronic wasting disease from spreading, michigan department of natural resources said. Bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting season michigan. If you know anything about the traditions of the michigan rifle deer season you know deer camp. During the michigan muzzleloader hunting season in december, muzzleloading deer hunters can carry afield and use only a crossbow except in the upper peninsula or a muzzleloading rifle, a muzzleloading shotgun, or a black powder handgun loaded with black powder or a commercially manufactured black powder substitute. Deer camp holds a lot of memories for most michigan hunters, and this year was no different. As long as you are basically north of m52 you are allowed to use a rifle. Half of fatalities and 31 percent 27 of 86 of nonfatal injuries occurred during firearms deer season nov. May 20, 2019 about 586,000 people hunted deer in michigan in 2016, and about 41% of those hunters killed at least one deer, according to the michigan department of natural resources. Hunters must possess appropriate license tags, firearms license or combination license tags to take an antlered buck, or antlerless deer licenses to take antlerless deer. Fur harvester information includes muskrat, mink, raccoon, fox, bobcat, badger, fishermarten, beaver, otter, and coyote.
Seasons marked with an indicate the season dates are the same each year. Bear hunting season dates depend on the specific zone, or bear management unit, with dates usually ranging from the beginning of september through the end of october. There are several advantages to the use of short singleshot or leveraction carbines for deer, and the primary one is weight and dimensions. A straightstocked gun with a 10shot tubular magazine, these guns just ooze old west styling or new michigan deer hunting. As a state that borders the great lake michigan, it is clear there are plenty of marsh and water areas for the deer to live near. From elk and deer to bear, turkey and wolf, hunters will find variety while hunting in the state. Hunters may apply for one public land or one private land license. If you are looking at heading west someday i would lean toward a. Michigans 2017 firearm season 2 bucks harvested duration. Michigan hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. According to the state, close to 50 percent of hunters harvested a deer in 2017. Michigan deer hunting is rich in traditions that include family, friends and of course, whitetail hunting.
If you have already purchased and have in your possession a 2020 spring turkey kill tag for an area far from home, go to michigan. Almost 600,000 people went deer hunting in michigan in 2017. New rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season. If licenses remain after the drawing, they will be sold until the quota is met in each dmu beginning september 9 at 10 a. Forums hunting michigan deer hunting caliber limitations views. Dnr emergency rule for 2017 deer hunting season 12017. The rifle cartridges must have a cartridge case length of least 1. If you do not participate in a michigan deer camp we strongly suggest you do. 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. Muzzleoading season in zone 2 northern lower peninsula runs from dec. Michigan hunters thought they shot deer, squirrels they.
This is a 3 part video series capturing my michigan gun hunts. After a couple of down years, the deer population looks to be making a comeback for the. Deer hunting and deer drives last day of pa gun season 2018. Michigans 2017 deer season is already under way, with archers out since. The hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location. Sep 16, 2017 2017 2018 michigan hunting seasons a tradition for many families, hunting is an exciting escape into nature. The report estimates that number will drop to nearly 392,500 by 2035. Plainwell, mi as deer hunters prepare for the opening day of firearm season on nov. What caliber firearm do i need to legally hunt deer in. Locally, sportsmen hunting in wmu 5c took 23,900 deer.
Early bowhunting season is more than half over, so that means firearm season is right around the corner. It was the second day of michigans 2017 firearms deer season. Elk hunting is restricted by a lottery permit system. Deer mating season means higher risk for michigan drivers. What guns meet the new limited firearm deer zone season. Selected hunters are randomly assigned to specific hunting areas and hunt time period, ranging from august through january. Those who hunt near alcona have plenty of opportunities. Species bag limit area season dates notes hunting seasons bobcat see pg. Those who hunt near alcona have plenty of opportunities for hunting. 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. To use a revolver, you must also have revolver deer endorsement for the current season. License availability is limited by quotas established for each deer management unit dmu.
Nov 20, 2017 statewide, sportsmen killed 333,254 deer last year, ranking pennsylvania third behind only texas 722,044 and michigan 341,288. Changes to michigan firearm laws for deer hunting explained. 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. 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.
Opening day big buck michigan deer hunting 2017 youtube. The deer management unit in this area reports that there are approximately 7. Top 5 rifle scopes for 2017 deer season outdoorhub reporters 10. Squirrel hunting and coyote hunting each led to two fatal incidents. In this weeks episode we transition to the michigan gun hunting season 2017. Your odds of hitting a deer in michigan doubles during mating season detroit free press published 9. According to the michigan department of natural resources, bow season for deer begins in early fall before stopping to resume in december. Kellan buddy september 22, 2017 marquette deer hunting season is just around the corner and with that, some hunting regulations, including apparel change.
Due to the covid19 pandemic and recent executive orders issued in michigan, we are encouraging hunters to hunt close to home. Michigan hunting seasons, 20192020 bag game large and small during michigans hunting seasons. After a couple of down years, the deer population looks to be making a. About 586,000 people hunted deer in michigan in 2016, and about 41% of those hunters killed at least one deer, according to the michigan department of natural resources. Michigan s hunting season typically opens in september or october. May 23, 20 the great lakes state of michigan is a deer hunters adventure playground. Marlin makes a ton of other lever action great deer rifles such as the m444, the. Aug 22, 2019 consider for a moment the fact that, in 1914, james jordan killed his 208inch, numbertwo alltime typical whitetail with a winchester 1892 rifle, chambered in. May 22, 2017 forums hunting michigan deer hunting caliber limitations views. Hunter orange a must for michigan abc 10cw 5 wbupwbkp.
If youre looking for a new deer rifle whether it be for whitetail, blacktail or mule deer there are great choices for the 2017 season. Best deer guns and caliber michigan sportsman online. Click on the calendar icon in the table s to see the date setting process for each specieshunting season. But the most popular event the 16day regular firearm season. Here are some of the best deer hunting rifles 2017. Apr 02, 2019 plainwell, mi as deer hunters prepare for the opening day of firearm season on nov. Best caliber for michigan deer hunting archive michigan. Bear hunting season dates depend on the specific zone, or bear management unit, with dates usually ranging from the beginning. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest cottontail rabbit and snowshoe hare.
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. Michigan whitetail pursuit team members tabby and chris harvest 2 michigan whitetail bucks during the early parts of michigans 2017. The state sold 946,107 licenses, down from 955,598 in. Your goto deer rifle might look like this bolt actionor not. Michigan s 2017 firearm season 2 bucks harvested duration. Oct 31, 2017 early bowhunting season is more than half over, so that means firearm season is right around the corner.
State law indiana code 142228 allows some additional rifle cartridges to be used on private land during the deer firearms season. Hunters in 2017 harvested 24,594 deer in 2017 in southeast michigan, an increase from the 23,601 harvested in 2016. Sep, 2019 new rules to know for the upcoming deer hunting season micah walker, detroit free press published 2. A summary of the rifle requirements for deer hunting on private land are as follows. The calendar tells us when hunting in michigan begins, but our instincts already know. It is also known that hunters tend to have more success in the southern regions of the state, as the deer population is denser. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest. The opportunity to hunt and harvest game is abundant to all and with various seasons spanning throughout the year, the opportunity to get lost in a sportsmans paradise is always calling. Michigan sets new deerhunting rules to keep chronic wasting.
The great lakes state of michigan is a deer hunters adventure playground. Season opening date closing date page whitetailed deer hunting deer archery sept. Weve assembled a list of the best deer hunting rifles made today for every type of hunting, whether youre chasing whitetails in a cedar swamp or scouting miles of open prairie for mule deer. You can use it in early, late, firearm and muzzleloader seasons. Straightwalled centerfire cartridges for deer hunting. Oct 02, 2017 your odds of hitting a deer in michigan doubles during mating season detroit free press published 9. Michigan sets new deerhunting rules to keep chronic. Michigan dnr expects increased deer population for 2017. Michigan deer hunting caliber limitations airgun nation. I used to use a remington 742 woodmaster in 3006 caliber with a 4x nikon scope. What caliber firearm do i need to legally hunt deer in michigan. Consider for a moment the fact that, in 1914, james jordan killed his 208inch, numbertwo alltime typical whitetail with a winchester 1892 rifle, chambered in.
I sold it years ago to purchase a rugar m77 ii in 300 win mag. Michigan muzzleloader hunting season knight rifles. As far as the 9mm there is also a law that limits how many rounds you can have in a pistol below the rifle line in the shotgun zone. Michigans hunting season typically opens in september or october. If you are looking for a hunting area in the upper region of michigan, check out menominee. The deer season is staggered between firearms and archery, with archery hunters starting first, to prevent a sudden influx of. See page 6 of the michigan hunting and trapping digest. The best and worst places for hunting deer in michigan. Top 5 rifle scopes for 2017 deer season outdoorhub. I returned to hunting michigan deer after a years hiatus. The 2016 dates for common snipe will be determinedfinalized at the august. These dates are provided only as a general reference. Michigan natural resources commission has approved new deerhunting regulations to help curb chronic wasting disease from spreading, michigan department of natural resources said.
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