A valid indiana deer hunting license see page 27 of hunting guide for license types, resident youth hunttrap, or comprehensive lifetime hunting license is required to hunt. Dec 04, 2019 the archery deer hunting season has been extended until jan. May 06, 2018 hunters using crossbows must wear hunter orange when harvesting deer during youth firearm, november firearm deer, and early antlerless seasons. Michigan s 2019 archery season for deer is now under. A bill rifling through lansing could extend hunting season in michigan. Michigan food plots for deer consist of either annuals like corn and beans planted in the spring, or annuals, perennials and biennials planted late summer. Nov 21, 2019 a bill rifling through lansing could extend hunting season in michigan. Michigan hunting seasons michigan whitetail properties. The calendar tells us when hunting in michigan begins, but our instincts already know.
Though a relatively small amount of bow hunters were allowed to hunt deer with archery tackle during the traditional november 1530 firearm deer season years before 1937, the bow hunting season. The archery deer hunting season has been extended until jan. And early on, it looks like theres a lot to anticipate. Fortunately for bowhunters these 3 bow hunting food plots can bring those encounters and big bucks in close.
Application deadline for spring turkey harvest authorizations is always december 10. Deer season draws near for bow hunters wlns 6 news. The michigan house approved legislation to let hunters bait deer during hunting season tuesday although the proposal likely wont impact the current bans in place this year. Oct 02, 2019 michigan bowhunting deer season is underway and state officials are testing deer to determine that an area of concern is safe to eat from. Firearm deerhunting season kicks off in michigan news. All dates are subject to change through a rule making or a legislative process. Heres where you shouldnt eat deer in michigan across michigan, mi a do not eat advisory has been issued ahead of michigans hunting season. Today we will focus on a strategy for attracting bucks in the early bow season and until the first few hard frosts in areas where. About 554,311 people hunted deer in michigan in 2018, and about 49% of those hunters killed at least one deer, according to the dnr report.
Oct 01, 2019 the start of archery deer hunting season began tuesday. It was a warm day tuesday to kick off michigans deer bow hunting season. Michigan food plots for deer michigan food plots for deer. Archery deer hunting season extended through end of january. Licenses for this season include a deer license, a deer combination license or an antlerless deer license valid for macomb, oakland or wayne counties. You can also check us out on facebook, twitter, and instagram. The small kill plot nov 05, 2019 the michigan house approved legislation to let hunters bait deer during hunting season tuesday although the proposal likely wont impact the current bans in place this year. Seasons marked with an indicate the season dates are the same each year. All rules and regulations for the archery season apply. Archery season lasts from now until november 14th, and from december. While being out there all season long is a definite advantage, the disadvantage comes when these encounters happen out of reach of a prime bow. Bow season start dates vary depending on the kind of animal you set out to hunt. Lansing, mi wilx the michigan department of natural resources is reminding residents that archery deer hunting season begins across the state on oct. Baiting ban debate rages as deer firearm season nears.
Holland firearm deerhunting season has officially begun in michigan. My first passion in the hierarchy of deer hunting is bow hunting. Michigan house bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting season. Emails will be sent periodically, more frequently in the weeks leading up to bow, crossbow, and firearm deer seasons. Hunters in michigan can hunt for deer using either a standard firearm or an archery bow. Michigan hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. If you harvest a deer, elk, moose, or other cervid in any other state, you can only bring back the following cervid parts into michigan.
Autumn is a great time to enjoy the outdoors in michigan and bow hunting. Michigan house bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting. The deer bow hunting season approximately starts from 1 st october to 14 th november. Dec 11, 2012 early antlerless season is a distant memory, the main bow season is long gone and the firearms season is done and over with. Jul 14, 2015 bow hunters see nearly every stageinteraction in the deer woods.
Nov 15, 2019 holland firearm deerhunting season has officially begun in michigan. Bow hunting season begins tuesday in michigan wilxtv. Tuesday marks the start of deer season in michigan wwmt. Then, during the deer regulations cycle in 2020, the michigan natural resources commission will decide if the program will be extended. Archery deer season extended in southeast michigan wwj. Dec 14, 2017 the archery deer hunting season has been extended until jan. 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. For more information on obtaining licenses, permits and regulations, visit the michigan department of natural resources website. Michigan bowhunting deer season is underway and state officials are testing deer to determine that an area of concern is safe to eat from.
Even if the state ban against luring the animals was not in place for the abutting bow and gun seasons in michigan, melonio said, he would. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast michigan december 12, 2017 at 2. Any deer license in the state is good for the season. In its current form, it would extend firearm deer season by. Bag limits, special seasons and hunting regulations for michigan hunting seasons do vary based on animal and seasons. Michigan dnr extends archery deer season in macomb. Archery deer hunting season extended through end of. The michigan department of natural resources has decided to extend the archery deer hunting season for three counties. It means hunters will flock to the woods from dawn to dusk in search of their trophy buck. There were literally deer everywhere around us opening day of bow season in michigan. Application deadline for bear permits is always december 10. A full list of season dates, bag limits, and legal equipment can be found on the deer hunting question and answers page. When was the first bow hunting season in michigan answers. Dec 04, 2019 archery deer season extended until jan.
Due to the availability, in michigan, bow hunting holds a special place and it has a specific season as well. Each hunting method requires a separate license, and you can hold a maximum of one license for. In its current form, it would extend firearm deer season by 10 days, meaning. The dnr says you do not need a specific archery license to bow hunt in michigan. The michigan department of natural resources urged hunters to check the 2019 michigan hunting digest to look over the. According to the michigan department of natural resources, bow season for deer begins in early fall before stopping to resume in december. Fur harvester information includes muskrat, mink, raccoon, fox, bobcat, badger, fishermarten, beaver, otter, and coyote.
Some areas are into muzzleloader season now but if you are a bowhunter at heart like i am than you are smack dab in the middle of the late archery season. There isnt much better than having your quarry within 20 yards and sealing the deal. Sep 25, 2019 the michigan department of natural resources is reminding residents that archery deer hunting season begins across the state on oct. Sep 17, 2018 for land to safely and legally hunt on within season, michigan whitetail properties offers hunting properties all across michigan. Due to the covid19 pandemic and recent executive orders issued in michigan, we are encouraging hunters to hunt close to home. Sep 18, 2019 heres where you shouldnt eat deer in michigan across michigan, mi a do not eat advisory has been issued ahead of michigan s hunting season.
More hunting days could help local communities manage urban deer conflicts. Michigan dnr pilot program extends archery deer season. The start of archery deer hunting season began tuesday. Additionally, hunters must wear hunter orange while hunting small game. Dnr extended deer season in metro detroit lets archery. Please check the wisconsin deer hunting regulations for a complete set of dates and unit designations. Updates will include hunting regulation changes such as bag limits and seasons, and general hunting information that affects deer hunters. Michigan food plots for deer bartyllas whitetail habitat plans. See page 6 of the michigan hunting and trapping digest. The michigan department of natural resources is reminding residents that archery deer hunting season begins across the state on oct.
That said, i hear a lot of talk by bowhunters like me that they are sad firearm season is upon us. Every single one of them snuck up on us because the ground was wet. With 2019 deer season under way, michigans best and. During the deer regulations cycle in 2020, the michigan natural resources commission will decide if the program is to be extended.
This is not applicable to crossbow deer hunters within the archery deer season or individuals hunting waterfowl, wild turkey, or crow. Though hunting with a gun for organic meat is considerably more. Bow hunters will be looking for big bucks with the opening of archery season on monday in michigan. Michigan speaker of the house lee chatfield sent a letter to gov. Best bow hunting food plots 3 food plots that bring deer in. Oct 06, 2019 about 554,311 people hunted deer in michigan in 2018, and about 49% of those hunters killed at least one deer, according to the dnr report.
Michigan dnr extends archery deer season in macomb, oakland. With this said, here is everything you need to know about michigan hunting seasons this year. 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. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest. With 2019 deer season under way, michigans best and worst.