Missouri Department of Conservation Explains Importance of Managed Deer Hunts
The Missouri Department of Conservation offers managed deer hunts to guide new and seasoned hunters through the tradition, with over 100 hunts available for archery, muzzleloading, shotgun, and modern firearms.
These managed hunts, which take place from mid-September to mid-January, are also provided to youth and disabled adults and youth, and are associated with tradition, learning, and acquiring a food source.
According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, managed hunts are crucial in preventing harm to the ecosystem caused by overpopulation of deer, which can occur due to a lack of predators and hunting.
While Missouri state parks are typically wildlife refuges where hunting is not permitted, special managed hunts are conducted in these areas when overpopulation occurs.
Deer population management has been a rapid issue across Missouri.
Author's summary: Managed deer hunts help maintain ecosystem balance.