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Who amongst you has the best buck? It could be you. If it is, not only would you earn bragging rights but you would win a brand new ATV. Who doesn’t love showing off the deer they harvested? It may have been on opening day before all your other hunting buddies even had a chance to get away from work. It may have been the biggest deer you killed – the one that almost got away. It may have been the first deer your son or daughter or grandchild successfully hunted with you. This year, the first place winner will receive a 2019 Polaris Sportsman 450 valued at approximately $7,000 courtesy of Midwest Sports Center and six certificates for a Meatsa or Supreme pizza from Little Caesars. The second place winner will receive a $500 gift card courtesy of Sam Scism Ford and a $500 gift package from Dunn’s Sporting Goods. The third place winner will receive a $500 gift card from Hood’s Discount Home Center of Farmington. The online competition will begin Nov. 4 with entries being accepted until Nov. 26. On Nov. 4, go to www.
dailyjournalonline.com and look for the contest tab or click on Best Buck Contest. Upload the photo of you and your buck harvested this year. Then on Nov. 27, voting will begin and run through Dec. 11. The winner will be announced Dec. 14. The photo with the most votes will win first place with the hunter taking home the new ATV. The Daily Journal began the Best Buck Contest in 2016. More than 50 hunters entered the contest that year. Kory Schweiss received the most votes, winning a brand new Suzuki ATV, a $1,000 gift card for use at a local retailer and a $500 pre-paid card. More than 120 hunters entered photos in the contest in 2017. Tom Jennings took home a new Can Am Outlander 450 ATV and $1,500 in gift cards. About 100 hunters entered photos in the contest for 2018 but Bill Holst garnered the most votes to win a 2018 Polaris Sportsman. Last year we decided to change up the prize packages and offer second and third place prizes. Schweiss, the winner of the 2016 Best Buck Contest,
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placed second, won a $500 gift card and $500 in prizes from Dunn’s Sporting Goods. Tegan Jones and his father came in third place, taking home a $500 gift card and $250 gift card from Ozark Thunder Indoor Gun Range. If you have been a winner of the Best Buck Contest in the past three years, you are not eligible to participate in the 2019 contest. If you have been selected as the winner of any Daily Journal contest in the past 12 months, you are not eligible to enter this contest. The Best Buck Contest won’t start until November so watch for details in upcoming Daily Journal publications and on our website. Full contest rules and deadlines on the contest will be posted online when the contest kicks off. The hunter submitting entry should reside in St. Francois, Madison, Iron, Washington, Jefferson, Ste. Genevieve, Perry, Wayne, Bollinger or Reynolds counties. The deer in the photo should be harvested during any of the 2019 fall deer hunting seasons. It can be taken by any legal method.
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Gun Safety Rules
Statistically speaking, hunting is among the safest sports in the world. Basic safe gun handling and storage is easy to achieve, especially for responsible gun owners. Whether you have been taught gun safety by a family member or have enrolled in a training course, it’s important to always put your knowledge into practice when heading out for your next big hunt. Doing so will help ensure your safety and the protection of others.
Safe Handling
One of the first lessons every shooter and hunter should learn is to treat every gun like it is loaded and ready to fire at all times. Following this mindset will help you handle your gun with the respect it deserves.
Experts teach that even the safety of a gun — the mechanical device designed to prevent unintentional firing — can become faulty and inoperable. Trusting that a safety will always perform as intended can lead to deadly consequences. Follow your common sense to realize that a gun can cause serious harm and death if improperly handled. There is no margin for error. You owe it to yourself to know as much about your gun as possible to ensure safe handling 100 percent of the time.
Helpful Tips
The National Shooting Sports Foundation offers the following tips for safe gun handling: • Never touch the trigger on a firearm until you actually intend to shoot;
• Keep your fingers away from the trigger while loading or unloading; and • Never pull the trigger on any firearm with the safety on the “safe” position. Following these tips will help keep your hunting trip enjoyable and safe. Don’t forget to pass along these tips to others, especially inexperienced shooters. One of the tenets of responsible gun ownership is sharing what you know with others, so spread the word.
Wear the Right Gear
Understanding your weapon is the most important aspect of safe hunting. Another key factor is wearing the right protective gear while you’re hunkered down in your blind or taking in the view from your tree stand.
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Youth represent one of the fastest-growing segments in the sport of hunting, making it more imperative than ever for comprehensive gun safety education in our communities. Your state’s department of natural resources likely has child shooting safety programs in place, including certification classes that cover basic gun handling techniques. Most states, for example, offer a firearms safety certification course for children. This designation is focused on teaching children the following principles: • Treat each firearm as if it is loaded; • Always control the muzzle of your firearm; and • Be sure of your target and what is beyond. There also are numerous national shooting programs dedicated to not only providing a safe learning environment for our youth, but also to developing the next generation of safety-minded, responsible gun owners.
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Choosing the Right Bow
Looking to take your hunting skills to the next level? Bowhunting may be the next natural step for you. Many hunters across the country have taken to archery, and there are many reasons. Bowhunting has a way of connecting you with nature as you discover a more primitive approach of hunting. It also teaches you discipline and patience as you hunt your game and opens up a world of new equipment and gear to explore. According to a recent study by bowhunter-ed.com (provider of recreational safety education materials for all 50 states), 24 percent of those who claimed they hunt with a bow cited the longer season as their top reason, and 11 percent said it was because bow season had an earlier start. No matter your reason for entering this fast-growing hunting segment, it’s easy to find the right equipment and get started on advancing your newfound passion.
Before heading to your local outdoors shop, you have to decide what type of bow you want to use. Do some research on the variations, including compound, re-curve or long bow. If you’re just starting out, the compound bow will most likely be your best bet. That’s because they are equipped with various accessories to increase your shooting accuracy and improve your sight. The other types of bows require more training and practice before you can expect to feasibly take down your game of choice, but you may be up to the challenge. Sign up at your local range for training sessions to start sharpening your skills. When it comes to what you’re looking for in a bow, draw weight is one of the biggest factors to consider. Defined as the amount of force it takes to pull the bowstring back to the full draw, this measurement can vary by weapon.
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Hunting Ethics
Any responsible outdoorsman or woman knows there is a certain respect that comes with the sport. Not only must you respect your fellow hunters to ensure their safety, but you must also show reverence to the game you are hunting and the grounds upon which you hunt. Big-game hunters in particular have made the news recently – their actions being criticized by animal activist groups. In this age of technology and information-sharing, it is critical that we maintain a healthy hunting discipline at all times, even when you think there is no one watching.
Follow the Law
There are a number of laws you must follow as a hunter. Rules and regulations are in place for a reason. Taking them seriously is paramount if you hope to have a safe, successful hunt. Hunting in season is a major law to adhere to, as your state’s department of natural resources has put in restrictions to protect animal populations. Hunting seasons for all types of game vary from state to state, so be sure to check with your local offices to make sure you are in compliance.
Tips on Hunting Ethics
Here are some tips on hunting ethics and how to follow them: • Always think of safety first and shooting game second. • Respect the rights of landowners. You should never go on private property without permission and remember that cooperation and respect are the keys to getting permission to hunt. • Know your gun and what it can do. Maintain your equipment so it functions properly and does not pose a safety threat. • Shoot only when absolutely certain of your target and make every effort to locate crippled or lost game. • Pick up spent shells and other litter. • Clean and care for your game properly. • Alcohol and hunting can make for a dangerous combination. • Be mindful of local regulations and always be properly licensed. Taking game out of season and before or after legal shooting hours is poaching, not hunting. • Realize that just being out there is what a good hunt is all about and you can have a great day without taking the bag limit.
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So, you’ve been dreaming of owning your own parcel? Maybe you’ve even considered building a lodge on the land or leasing it out — give the land a chance to pay for itself. This dream might be easier than you think to achieve. Take these necessary steps when it comes time to search for, purchase and prep your hunting parcel.
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Picking a Piece of Property
1: Meet your potential neighbors. When scouting potential properties, take the time to stop by neighboring landowners. Do owners of neighboring property allow hunting on their land? Are they farmers? How many neighbors would you have? The answers to all of these questions will determine the viability of the land you are considering. 2: Take a little walk. If you’re able, walk the property. This will allow you to get the authentic “wildlife” perspective. Are there sufficient food and water sources? Viable shelter? Are there plenty of good stand trees? Some of these things you can add to the land — but will require a heavy financial investment.
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Deer: Firearms portion: Nov. 16-26 Archery: Now - Jan. 15 **Except during November firearms portion Youth firearms: Nov. 2-3; Nov. 29 - Dec. 1 Antlerless only: Dec. 6-8 Alternative methods: Dec. 28 - Jan. 7 Turkey: Fall firearms: Oct. 1-31 Fall archery: Now - Jan. 15 **Except during deer firearms season) Spring Youth: April 6-7 Spring: April 15 – May 5 Waterfowl Ducks/Coots/Goose Youth north zone: Oct. 26-27 Youth middle zone: Oct. 26-27 Youth south zone: Nov. 23-24 Ducks/Coots North zone: Nov. 2 – Dec. 31 Middle zone: Nov. 9-15 Nov. 21 - Jan. 12 South zone: Nov. 28 – Dec. 1 Dec. 7 - Jan. 31
Greater White-Fronted Geese: Nov. 11 - Feb. 6 Brant Geese: Oct. 5-13 Nov. 11 - Feb. 6 Light Geese: Nov. 11 - Feb. 6 Canada Geese: Oct. 5-13 Nov. 11 - Feb. 6 Light Geese Conservation Order: Feb. 7 - April 30 Other Badger: Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Beaver: Nov. 15 - March 31 Bobcat: Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Coyote: Now - Dec. 31 Coyote trapping: Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Crow: Nov. 1 – March 3 Dove: Now - Nov. 29 Fox (red/gray): Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Frog (green/bull): Now - Oct. 31 Groundhog: Now - Dec. 15 Mink: Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Muskrat/Otter: Nov. 15 - Feb. 20 Opossum: Nov. 15 - Jan. 31
Pheasant Youth: Adult: Quail : Youth: Adult: Nutria: Rabbit: Rabbit trapping: Raccoon: Squirrel: Striped skunk: Sora/Virginia Rail: Wilson’s snipe: Woodcock:
Oct. 26-27 Nov. 1 - Jan. 15 Oct. 26-27 Nov. 1 - Jan. 15 Nov. 15 – March 31 Oct. 1 - Feb. 15 Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Now - Feb. 15 Nov. 15 - Jan. 31 Now - Nov. 9 Now - Dec. 16 Oct. 15 - Nov. 28
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Common Mistakes
We all make mistakes. It is recognizing when we make them, and adjusting course, that makes us better hunters — but first, we have to understand them. Here are 10 mistakes inexperienced hunters frequently make when hunting deer. 1. Neglecting small public parcels. Don’t follow the crowd. Larger parcels also tend to get the most pressure — and mature bucks know it. 2. Hunting your best areas too soon. You want to save your best areas for the perfect conditions. Don’t put too much pressure on them too soon. 3. Hunting the wrong times. Most hunters are out in the early mornings or evenings. It is a rookie mistake to dismiss midday hours. In fact, more mature deer are killed between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 4. Forgetting to buckle up. Yes, this point is all about safety. Never go up or down a tree without a climbing belt. Tree-stand falls are one of the leading causes of injuries to hunters. 5. Waiting too long to shoot. Take the first good, clear shot you have after a buck walks into range. If the buck gets too close, things can get messy quickly. 6. Aiming too high. At least 80 percent of misses are high. Most deer are closer than you think they are. 7. Ignoring secondary food sources. Mature bucks are bright. They are more wary of popular food sources during prime-time. Consider hunting near greenbrier, honeysuckle and blackberry. 8. Depending too heavily on gadgets. There have been great advancements in technology that have produced some amazing gadgets and hunting aids. But depending on them can make any hunter lazy. Remember, gadgets enhance your hunt, they don’t create it. You can’t afford a shortage of skill. 9. Being too friendly. If you own or lease hunting ground, be careful not to say “yes” to every friend who asks and let him or her hunt where ever they want. This is one of the quickest ways to overpressure deer. 10. Saying too much. This is a tale as old as time. When you find a big buck, you’re best served to keep quiet. Don’t tell a friend how and where you’ve been hunting it, because your friend might just “happen upon it” before you do.
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Tactics and Decoys The right turkey decoy spread can mean the difference between a miss and a kill. While turkeys aren’t the smartest creatures, they will think twice about entering a spread that feels unconvincing. Creating an attractive spread requires proper preparation, research and the right decoys.
Setting the Scene
Know the “seasons.” A well-positioned jake over a laying hen is a very attractive position to real turkeys — in the first few weeks of the season. Paying attention to how turkeys, especially mature toms, react to this “lover’s position” will help you on your hunt. It is also good to recognize how real flocks behave, and set decoys accordingly. Turkeys tend to move together in the same direction.
When you set up your decoys, be sure to face them the same way. Be cognizant of how far you stake your decoys in the ground. Turkeys have short legs and understand how tall they are: Turkeys will spot a decoy immediately if your fake friend is too tall.
Turkey Decoys
With decoys of any kind, it is well-known the more realistic it is, the better. Remember, the point is to dupe as many gobblers as possible. Form, paint and pose all play an important role when choosing a turkey decoy. Consider adding the following models to your decoy collection:
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Finding the Right Dog How much money should you spend on your hunting dog? If you’re like most American hunters, the answer is likely, “A lot!” Hunters in the United States spend $605 million per year on hunting dogs, according to the International Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. From buying top breeds and dishing out major dollars for top-flight training, hunters are willing to spend big bucks for the right gundog. If you’re looking to add a new partner to your hunting repertoire, there are many steps to take to ensure the right fit for your needs, as well as the needs of your new pup.
Finding the Right Retriever
Waterfowl hunting is the major segment of the sport requiring a quality retriever. Hunting dogs come in all shapes and sizes, so be sure to do your research before shelling out your cash for one.
A few of the main factors that should guide your decision-making process are temperament, size and trainability. Talk with your fellow hunters and work with your local breeding professionals to find out what kind of retriever will be best for you. The commitment of training a new gundog can be a costly one, so covering all your bases before the purchase is a smart move.
Choosing the Right Breeder
Finding the right hunting dog starts with finding the right breeder. Choose an experienced breeder with proven bloodlines and a long-standing reputation for producing healthy dogs. There are desirable traits for gundogs, depending on how you plan to use yours, so work with your local professionals to talk through some of your requirements and expectations for your new dog. They will be
able to match you up with the right personality traits and genes for your needs.
Trust Your Instincts
The best hunters have strong instincts. Follow yours when choosing your next gundog. Avoid picking litters based solely on pedigree designations. These are titles used by buyers to identify pups that may have award-winning blood in their pedigree. Some of these titles from the American Kennel Club include Amateur Field Champion (AFC) and National Field Champion (NFC). While these designations are important characteristics to consider, these traits are not guaranteed to be passed down to your pup. Trust your instincts to uncover positive genetic traits, including calm temperament, tractability, nose, retrieving desire and natural delivery to hand.
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Wind Detectors
A few companies have recently come out with innovative wind detectors that use advanced technology to identify wind direction and air movement shifts. These handheld devices can even pick up wind that may be undetectable to humans. Why is wind so important? Its direction and velocity can send your scent downwind to your target game and can wreak havoc on a bow shot. Knowing the specifics of the wind around you can help you be a more prepared, focused hunter.
Rangefinders
You can purchase a rangefinder that attaches directly to your bow. The newest models emit a constant beam that displays a real-time reading. This helps prevent misses and gives you an accurate understanding of the distance between you and the animal. Rangefinders have long been friends to hunters looking to fire accurate shots. Being able to affix one to your weapon will help you avoid toggling back and forth between a handheld option and your bow, which can waste precious time.
Handheld Radios
Communication can be everything on hunting day, especially if you’re with a group of friends spread across a field or forest. You can find a rugged, reliable set of handheld radios to help you keep in touch during inclement weather. Most are waterproof and able to attach to your hunting vest. This makes working with your hunting party convenient. Many radios come with a desk charging station and USB cables to make sure you’re always charged up.
Starting in 2020, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has added additional regulations to the Wildlife Code of Missouri as part of its ongoing efforts to slow the spread of the deadly deer disease called Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The new regulations change the requirements for transporting deer carcasses into Missouri and throughout the state and also add carcassdisposal requirements for meat processors and taxidermists. The Missouri Conservation Commission initially approved the changes at its May meeting and gave final approval at its Aug. 23 meeting in Jefferson City. The changes will become effective Feb. 29, 2020. CWD is a deadly disease in white-tailed deer and other members of the deer family, called cervids. The disease has no vaccine or cure and eventually kills all deer it infects. The infectious prions that cause
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There is something wildly primitive about tracking down your next trophy, but there’s also room for technology in the hunt. From Bluetooth trackers and hearing protectors to mobile applications that function as game call systems, there are a ton of options on the market for the tech-savvy hunter. Whether you’re planning for the perfect Christmas gift or buying a present for any occasion, you shouldn’t have a problem tracking down a unique item — even for the hunter who seemingly already has it all.
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Hunting by the Numbers Being outdoors makes us happy. In fact, the National Academy of Sciences found that people who spend time outside, especially in nature, for just an hour and a half report reduced feelings of negativity and loneliness. Spending time outside is one of America’s favorite pastimes. The most recent National Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Associated Recreation illustrates how much people in the United States appreciate our country’s natural resources and beauty. • In 2011, 38 percent of the American population 16 years and older — 90.1 million people — enjoyed some form of fishing, hunting or wildlife-associated recreation. • Hunting and fishing is a large contributor to the U.S. economy. Consumers who participated in one or both sports spent $43.2 billion on equipment, $32.2 billion on trips and $14.6 billion on licenses and fees, membership dues and contributions, land leasing and ownership. • 27.1 million anglers spent more than 400 million days freshwater fishing. • This doesn’t include fishing in the Great Lakes, which garnered 1.7 million anglers. • Saltwater fishing garnered 8.9 million anglers. • Six percent of the population 16 years and older — 13.7 million people — went hunting in 2011. • Hunters in the U.S. spent an average of 21 days pursuing wild game. • Big game such as elk, deer and wild turkey attracted 11.6 million hunters, who spent 212 million days in the fields. • More than 4.5 million pursued small game, such as squirrel, rabbit and quail on 51 million days. • Migratory birds — geese, ducks and doves — attracted 2.6 million hunters who spent 23 million days hunting. • Hunting for other animals, including raccoon, coyote and groundhog, attracted 2.2 million hunters for more than 34 million days.
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Why is CWD testing required for Share the Harvest in the CWD Management Zone?
CWD is a disease of deer and elk. Although there have been no identified cases of CWD transmission to humans, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the following precautions: Hunters in areas known to have CWD should test their deer for CWD before eating meat from the deer. Deer that test positive for CWD should not be consumed. In general, if a deer looks or acts sick, it should not be consumed. CWD testing requirements have been put in place for the CWD Management Zone to ensure that deer donated to Share the Harvest are tested in accordance with the CDC’s recommendations.
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PARTICIPATING PROCESSORS St. Francois County: None
Iron County: Rubles Meat Market (573) 546-3459 Jefferson County: Dittmer Meat Packing Inc. (636) 285-9090 John’s Butcher Shoppe, Inc. (636) 931-7776 Sainte Genevieve County: Bloomsdale Meat Processing (573) 483-9555 Perry County: Stonie’s Sausage Shop (573) 547-2540
Washington County: None Madison County: Walker’s Meat Processing (573) 366-6372 Bollinger County: Ed’s Certified Meats (573) 576-8825 Elderland Meats (573) 722-3622 Find a complete list of all participating processors in the state in the MDC “2019 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information” booklet available where permits are sold, online at https://huntfish.mdc.mo.gov/ sites/default/files/downloads/2019FDT.pdf, or by calling MDC at 573-751-4115 or the Conservation Federation of Missouri at 573-634-2322.
transported to a permitted taxidermist or meat processor within 48 hours; • Within the MDC CWD Management Zone, allow the transportation of “low-risk” carcass parts out of the county of harvest, which includes meat that is cut and wrapped or boned out, quarters without the spinal column attached, antlers, and finished taxidermy products; • Require meat processors and taxidermists to discard cervid carcass remains in a properly permitted landfill or waste transfer station; and • Require that meat processors and taxidermists keep records of cervid carcass disposal. MDC will provide the full regulations in the 2020 Wildlife Code of Missouri and in its 2020 “Fall Deer and Turkey Hunting Regulations & Information” booklet, available where permits are sold starting in early July 2020. “Most states with CWD have similar restrictions on carcass movement and disposal,” said MDC Resource Science Division Chief and deer biologist Jason Sumners. “CWD remains a rare disease in our state and we want to keep it that way!” According to MDC, most deer hunters would not be affected by the proposed regulations and most meat processors and taxidermists are already properly disposing of deer carcasses. “Our deer-hunter surveys and other research shows that more than 85% of deer hunters would NOT be affected by the new regulations because they already dispose of carcasses on or near the property where the deer was harvested, or already take their harvested deer to licensed meat processors and taxidermists,” Sumners explained.
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present your deer for donation, the processor will collect the sample or remove the head and submit it to the Conservation Department for sampling. Processors who are not participating in the Share the Harvest CWD Testing Program cannot accept deer from any CWD Management Zone county. If you harvested a deer outside of the CWD Management Zone, you may donate your deer to any Share the Harvest processor. What’s required to collect a CWD sample? CWD samples are collected from the neck of the deer and require a large incision through the cape. The head may be removed from the deer prior to sampling if you leave approximately 4–6 inches of the neck attached to the head and present the head for sampling. It is OK to remove the cape from a deer before presenting the head for CWD sampling.
Missouri’s Share the Harvest program helps deer hunters donate surplus venison to the needy. This program is administered by the Conservation Federation of Missouri and the Missouri Department of Conservation. Donating is easy. Simply take your deer to an approved meat processor and let the processor know how much venison you wish to donate. If you wish to donate a deer that was harvested in a county within the CWD Management Zone, the deer must be tested for CWD, and it can only be donated to an approved processor that is participating in the Share the Harvest CWD-Testing Program.
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MDC changes some requirements for landowner permits
Starting in 2020, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will increase the minimum acreage requirement from five to 20 acres for resident landowners and members of their immediate households to receive free permits for deer and turkey hunting. Resident landowners with five or more acres and members of their immediate households will continue to be allowed to hunt small game, fish on waters of the state, and trap on their qualifying properties without the need of a permit. Also starting in 2020, MDC will offer discounted deer and turkey hunting permits for nonresident landowners with 75 acres or more in a contiguous tract. According to MDC, many nonresident landowners provide wildlife habitat work on their properties and those efforts can provide benefits to state wildlife resources. MDC is also implementing a landowner registry starting in 2020 for resident landowners to obtain free landowner deer and turkey permits and for nonresident landowners to obtain discounted landowner permits. The registry is needed by both MDC and permit vendors to help eliminate misuse of landowner permits and privileges. According to MDC, conservation agents around the state find several hundred
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related violations each year. A review by conservation agents in 2017 found 35% misuse of deer and turkey hunting landowner privileges. Prior to 2004, landowners wanting no cost landowner deer and turkey hunting privileges were required to provide proof by mailing the appropriate information to MDC. The registry will provide secure records of landowners and members of their households who qualify for the free and discounted permits. The electronic registry will also provide proof of land ownership and boundaries of the properties for which the free and discounted permits apply. Indi-
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Prepping the Hunt
Once you own your own hunting parcel, there are things you can do to make it more attractive to game. 1. Plot the land. Get to know your land before planning any major changes, such as investing in perennial food plots. In the meantime, stick with planting a few small annual openings and roadbeds.
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viduals will be required to provide their information online through a secure MDC webpage, or in paper form. The landowner registry will be available starting in January 2020. MDC conducted an online landowner survey in March to get feedback on acreage preferences. The changes were given initial approval by the Missouri Conservation Commission at its May 23 meeting. As part of the rulemaking process, MDC asked for public comments during July and early August. The Commission considered input received and approved the changes at its Aug. 23 meeting. The changes will become effective Jan. 15.
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3: Shop around. For funding, that is. Remember that banks are not objective institutions, and a loan officer that also hunts and fishes might be more inclined to approve your loan.
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2. Take inventory. Position several trail cameras to take an inventory of potential shooter bucks that live in the region. Placing your trail cameras in mineral licks is the quickest method of achieving a solid count. 3. Promote good growth. This includes both cuts and burns. You will want to down any trees that are pulling resources away from good species, as well as initiate small burns to promote quick new growth of desirable vegetation. Added bonus: You will create great natural cover by felling trees in strategic places.
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Talk to Your Kids
If your child shows a real interest in guns and taking up the sport of hunting, it’s important to have open, regular conversations with them. After all, you are their best teacher when it comes to safely handling firearms and respecting the animals you hunt. As a parent and teacher, it’s important to display responsible firearm ownership. This includes keeping your guns locked and out
of reach of children, as well as locking up ammunition separately from the weapon. Remember to also teach your children to never pick up a gun if they see one left out at a friend or family member’s house, even if it looks like a toy gun.
Shooting Programs
Youth can sharpen their hunting skills by joining programs centered on their development. For junior shooters seeking an
introduction to Olympic-style shooting sports, the USA Shooting Youth Programs and Athlete Development division may be available in your area. The national organization is present in many cities across the country and is focused on teaching patience, determination, organization skills, mental and physical control, safety awareness, goal setting, problem solving and good sportsmanship.
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The rugged 1,740-acre area is bordered by Establishment Creek and Schmidt's Island, alongside the Mississippi River. The area features steep bluffs and scenic river views. Eagles are commonly sighted along the river.
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Meramec Conservation Area consists of 4,045 acres located in Franklin County. Much of the land for the forest was purchased by the state between 1925 and 1930. In 1980, 166 additional acres were donated. Sheer cliffs along the Meramec River form the western border of the area. The area contains six caves, a great blue heron rookery, abundant wildlife and hardwoods and softwoods, including an area which previously served as the state’s first tree nursery. Hunting and trapping are not allowed in the wildlife refuge. The rest of the area is open to hunting.
Only portable tree stands are allowed and only from Sept. 1 through Jan. 31. Unattended stands must be plainly labeled on a durable material with the full name and address, or Conservation Number, of the owner and be removed from the area before Feb. 1. Use of nails, screw-in steps, and any material or method that would damage the tree is prohibited. Additionally, furbearer trapping is permitted by special-use permit. To get there from I-44 near Sullivan take Highway 185 south 5 miles to the area sign.
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MILLSTREAM GARDENS CONSERVATION AREA
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Conservation Commission of the State of Missouri Š 02/10
Millstream Gardens Conservation Area is a 916-acre tract of land in Madison County, located about halfway between Fredericktown and Arcadia off of Highway 72.
border and drainages. The stream contains an adjoining slough. A wide variety of animals can be found including a good number of deer, turkey and squirrel.
It is a predominantly forest area that includes 20 acres of shutins on the St. Francis River. The St. Francis River forms one of the Hunting is permitted. Portable tree stands may be placed and used area's western boundaries, then meanders eastward for 1.2 miles between Sept. 1 and Jan. 31. Stands must be identified with the through the area's mid-southern section before going through the name and address, or conservation number, of the user. Screw-in shut-ins and passing into the Silver Mines area. steps or other materials that would damage the tree are prohibited. The acreage consists primarily of oak, hickory and pine on the higher elevations along with ash, elm and maple along the river
To get there from Fredericktown take Highway 72 west 8 miles to the sign on the left side of the road, turn on the gravel road.
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The Pea Ridge Conservation Area is located in Washington County. The area consists of four separate tracts of land, the largest of which straddles Highway 185 midway between Sullivan and Potosi.
The area is composed of oak, hickory, pine, and associated species. Cedar is found in glade areas and bottomland hardwoods are found along streams.
The 1,058-acre Hi Pointe tract is bisected by Pelican Ridge Road off of Route T. The 1,045-acre Route F Unit is accessed from Route F and Sugar Loaf Road, and the 720-acre Metcalf School Unit is accessed from Lodge Road off of Route W.
Deer hunting is permitted. Also, furbearer trapping is permitted by special use permit. Only portable tree stands are allowed and only from Sept. 1 through Jan. 31. Unattended stands must be plainly labeled on a durable material with the full name and address, or conservation number, of the owner and be removed from the area before Feb. 1. Use of nails, screw-in steps, and any material or method that would damage the tree is prohibited.
The Conservation Department began purchasing land for the conservation area in 1946 with the bulk of the main tract acquired in the 1970s.
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