The Ohio Wildlife Council is currently reviewing proposals for the hunting and trapping season dates for 2025-26, which may see significant changes. Notably, a proposal to increase the antlerless deer limit on public lands from one to two deer is raising interest among local hunters, reflecting a strategic approach to deer management in Ohio.
In addition to deer season adjustments, Ohio’s Department of Natural Resources is expanding the surveillance area for Chronic Wasting Disease, a dangerous condition affecting deer populations. If these recommendations are approved, the new rules will take effect on June 30, 2025, affecting various hunting categories, including white-tailed deer and migratory game birds. Stakeholders can submit comments on the proposals until March 26, making this a pivotal time for Ohio’s hunting community.
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