Missouri Department of Conservation Explains Importance of Managed Deer Hunts
The Missouri Department of Conservation offers managed deer hunts, guiding new and seasoned hunters through the tradition, with multiple seasons occurring from mid-September to mid-January.
- Over 100 managed deer hunts are available for archery, muzzleloading, shotgun, and modern firearms.
- Managed hunts are also provided to youth and disabled adults and youth.
These managed hunts are associated with tradition, learning, and acquiring a food source, but also play a crucial role in preventing harm to the ecosystem due to overpopulation of deer.
Overpopulation can occur when there is a lack of predators and a lack of hunting, and deer population management has become a significant issue across Missouri.
Although Missouri state parks are usually wildlife refuges where hunting is not permitted, special managed hunts are conducted to prevent harm to the ecosystem when overpopulation occurs.
Managed hunts are far more important than people realize.
Author's summary: Managed deer hunts are crucial for ecosystem balance.