Deer Hunting Seasons 2019/2020: Comprehensive Guidelines for Different Regions

Hunting seasons vary significantly by region, also influenced by the specific methods of hunting used. Whether you prefer bow hunting, muzzleloading, or rifle hunting, important to know the regulations and dates for each season in the state or region you plan to hunt. Here's a detailed look at deer hunting seasons for 2019/2020 in several regions:

Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, the deer hunting seasons in 2019/2020 have specific regulations based on the type of firearm and hunting method used. For bow hunting:

Bow season: September 14 to January 31. Tag requirements: 3 does (female deer) and 1 antlered buck (male deer with at least a 1-3 inch antler on one side) per bow tag. Total deer limit per bow tag: 8 deer, with at least 2 of those being males/bucks.

Between the bow hunting season and gun hunting dates, hunters can use their bows for any antlerless hunt. The gun seasons are as follows:

August youth hunt: October 5-13. Regular gun deer season: November 23 to December 1. Muzzleloader season: December 2 to 11. December 4 day antlerless hunt. December 11-15, antlerless only holiday hunt. December 24-30, antlerless only holiday hunt.

Hawaii

Hawaii's hunting seasons for black-tailed deer and mouflon sheep include two main periods:

Archery hunt: February 22 to February 29, 2020 (8 consecutive days). Youth hunt: March 7 and 8, 2020 (1 weekend). Disabled hunt: March 7 and 8, 2020, for hunters with disabilities. Regular gun season: Similar to typical seasons, specific dates need to be checked on the official website:

Hunting in Croatia

In Croatia, hunting deer seasons and regulations are quite distinct and involve a fees system based on the size of the antlers:

Fallow deer and sika deer: September 15 to January 15. Roe bucks: May 1 to September 30.

The hunting fees for trophy deer start at around 1000 EUR for 150 CIC points and go up to 5000 EUR for deer with over 200 CIC points. Non-trophy hunting, aimed primarily at obtaining venison, is generally cheaper, ranging from 400 to 100 EUR per head.

These hunting seasons are not only about the dates but also about respecting local laws and regulations.