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Chances for deer darting in front of fast-moving vehicles increases in November, so drivers should be extra alert to avoid accidents.

Heads or Tails?

Trophy and meat hunters share the love of deer hunting.

Trimming the Herd

Successful deer management depends on the cooperation of hunters, landowners and communities.

For early explorers and settlers, venison was a staple and deer skins were currency.

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A white-tailed doe moves deliberately through bedding and resting ground as light snow dusts both deer and grass.

Landowners and Deer

The Conservation Department enables landowners to manage deer on their property.

Balancing populations for healthy herds, good hunting and citizen safety requires looking back, looking forward and staying flexible.

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