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2008-2009 Bowhunter Survey


NEW Archery Hunting For Deer At Loch Raven Reservoir To Begin Sept. 15
Hunters Can Register Online

A 1,600-acre designated section of the Loch Raven Reservoir watershed will be open for archery hunting of white-tailed deer from September 15, 2008 through January 31, 2009.


Attention Sika Deer Hunters!
Sika Deer Study Information


2008-2009 Guide to Hunting & Trapping in Maryland


 2007-2008 Deer Project
Annual Report


Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry
2007-2008 Annual Report

During the 2007-08 hunting season, Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry were able to reimburse processors for processing 2,570 deer, up slightly more than 2% from last year.

Maryland DNR supports
Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry


Attention Hunters!
Cervid Importation Regulations


Teachers!
White-Tailed Deer Education Trunk
Now Available


Order Your Hunting or Fishing License
ONLINE Today!

www.wildlifelicense.com/md/
OR, Call Toll-Free 1-800-918-2870

Technical Information

Maryland White-tailed Deer Biology

Deer Damage Management Techniques

Diseases and Parasites of Maryland Deer
Hemorrhagic Disease in White-tailed Deer
Questions & Answers About Deer Data Collection
How Much Does the Deer Weigh?

Hunting Information

2008-2009 Hunting Seasons and Bag Limits

Crossbow  Permit Application
Attention Sika Deer Hunters:
Definition For Antlered Sika Deer
Sika Deer in Maryland

White-tail Hunting In Maryland:
How Does Your Hunting Area Compare?

Deer Hunting - An Effective Management Tool

Additional Information

Bowhunter Survey Report
2005-2006 and 2006-2007
"An Evaluation of Deer Management Options" collectively developed by the New England Chapter of The Wildlife Society and the Northeast Deer Technical Committee. 
WMA Maps Now Online!

2007-2008 Maryland Deer Harvest

Sika:  Maryland's Exotic Little Elk
By Brian Eyler, Deer Biologist
DNR Wildlife and Heritage Service
Deer Hunting - A Valuable Deer Management Tool for Private Landowners
Frequently Asked Questions About White-tailed Deer
"Charting the Course for Deer Management in Maryland"
A management plan for white-tailed deer in Maryland
DNR Refines Policy on Illegally Held Captive Deer
University of MD
Cooperative Extension Service  
http://www.naturalresources.umd.edu
  Managing Wildlife Damage
  Deer Damage Publications and Resources
  Maryland Master Gardeners
Voluntary Quality Deer Management:
A Concept Worth Considering

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To learn more, visit the Maryland Chapter of the Quality Deer Management Association's website:
www.marylandqdma.com/About%20Us.html

Hunting in America is Big Business
The Animal Use Issues Committee of the International Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (IAFWA) recently released  "Hunting in America is big business," a report that cites the latest figures on the economic contributions that hunters make to the US economy.  According to the report, generating more than $67 billion in economic output and more than one million jobs in the United States."  On average, each hunter spends an estimated $1,896 per year to pursue their passion. For a free copy of the report contact the IAFWA at 202-624-7890 or visit www.iafwa.org

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