Opening week

Bow season is here. Deer hunters from all over the state of Alabama have been practicing with their bows for a while now. Bow season in Alabama today, October 15 and continues until January 31. Gun season begins November 22 running through January 31.

Don’t forget about the new buck regulations that were implemented last season. There is a three buck limit per hunter with bare antlers visible above the hairline. In addition, one of the three must have 4 antler points one inch or longer on one antler. The only exception to this rule is in Barbour County. All bucks taken in Barbour County must have at least three points on one antler. An antler point is a projection of at least one inch.

When you harvest the bucks don’t forget to document your animal on the back of your hunting license.

Does are running everywhere. As responsible sportsmen, we need to make sure we have balance to our state deer herd. That means taking a good number of does. I know sometimes it seems like a hassle, but if we want to see more good bucks we must harvest does. Does can be harvested from bow season (Oct. 15) throughout the end of gun season, January 31st.
I certainly hope we get the much needed rain this week to help spur the growth of the green fields that a lot of guys want to get planted or have already planted. It is extremely dry and we need some rain. Until next time, God bless.