Proposed Deer Hunting Zones and Season Changes Update

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Proposed Deer Hunting Zones and Season Changes Update
October 30, 2009
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proposing changes to white-tailed deer hunting zones and seasons. The purpose is to better align season dates with the times of peak deer activity associated with the breeding season (the “rut”) and to increase hunter satisfaction.
A draft of possible deer hunting zones and season dates was advertised beginning in April 2009. Six public meetings were conducted around the state in May and June to share information regarding the possible changes and to gather public input. Public input was also received via an online survey. A total of 855 comment cards were submitted regarding possible changes to deer hunting zones and seasons. These comments were considered by the FWC and resulted in several recommended changes to the proposal presented at the May and June public meetings and posted on the internet.
In September 2009, a revised draft of deer hunting zones and season dates was presented at the Commission meeting, at two public meetings and online. Comments were gathered during the public meetings and via an online survey. These comments resulted in a two changes. The antlerless deer season was adjusted later by one day for Zones B and D and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes Area, which would be bisected by the new Zone B, is proposed to have Zone B seasons beginning with the 2010-2011 hunting season.