MDC Reports Alternative Methods Deer Numbers
January 4, 2023 10:21AM CST
Preliminary data from the Missouri Department of Conservation shows deer hunters in Missouri harvested 8,599 deer during the alternative methods portion of the firearms deer season, December 24 – January 3.
Franklin County harvested the most deer with 200, Harrison harvested 186, and Macon took 162.
Last year’s alternative methods portion harvest totaled 10,038.
The archery deer and turkey season continues through January 15.