The much-anticipated Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season kicks off on October 11.
Last year, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources reported that nearly 6,000 deer were harvested by over 26,000 hunters during this special season.
This year, hunters will once again have the chance to use muzzleloaders and air rifles, in addition to archery equipment, to pursue deer, as announced by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division.
“It’s that time of deer season when muzzleloader and air rifle enthusiasts can start hitting the woods alongside archery hunters,” stated Charlie Killmaster, the state deer biologist with the division’s Game Management Section.
The Georgia Hunters for the Hungry program is expanding this year, with a goal to reduce agricultural damage while providing quality protein to families in need. Hunters are encouraged to donate any extra deer to the program, particularly during the primitive weapons and youth-only firearms seasons.
Public hunting opportunities are available on nearly 1 million acres of Wildlife Management Areas throughout Georgia. Hunters should review the current hunting regulations for specific dates and details.
Legal hunting equipment includes muzzleloading firearms that are .30 caliber or larger, and scopes are allowed.
Georgia deer hunters must possess a hunting license, a big game license, and a current deer harvest record. All harvested deer must be reported through Georgia Game Check within 24 hours.
For more information about the primitive weapons season, visit the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division.
Additionally, Chronic Wasting Disease was detected in Georgia earlier this year. Hunters in Lanier, Berrien, and Lowndes counties are encouraged to have their deer tested for the disease.
Source: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/deer-hunting-season-goes-primitive-003644798.html
