The comment
period has concluded. All of the comments will be reviewed and will
become an important part of the dialogue leading to a final draft of the
new Deer Management Plan. Your time and attention in writing to us are
important and sincerely appreciated. Thank you!
A 1,600-acre designated section of the Loch Raven Reservoir watershed
will be open for archery hunting of white-tailed deer from September
15, 2009 through January 31, 2010.
"The Opinions of Residents, Deer
Hunters, and Landowners on Deer Management in Maryland" Volume 1 -
Volume 2 -
Volume 3
Conducted for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources by Responsive
Management, July 2007
"An Evaluation of Deer Management
Options" collectively developed by the New England Chapter of The
Wildlife Society and the Northeast Deer Technical Committee.
To learn more, visit the Maryland Chapter of the Quality Deer Management
Association's website:
www.marylandqdma.com/About%20Us.html
Hunting in America is Big Business
The Animal Use Issues Committee of the International Association of Fish
and Wildlife Agencies (IAFWA) recently released "Hunting in
America is big business," a report that cites the latest figures on
the economic contributions that hunters make to the US economy. According to the report, generating more than $67 billion in economic
output and more than one million jobs in the United States." On
average, each hunter spends an estimated $1,896 per year to pursue their
passion. For a free copy of the report contact the IAFWA at 202-624-7890 or visit
www.iafwa.org
