NYS DEC is interested in changes to the deer program that will enhance our ability to manage deer considering the many differences in regional deer populations, habitat conditions, and social interests. We recognize that there are many stakeholders interested in New York's white-tailed deer resource and that there are many challenges to successful population management. To help us prioritize the issues that are most important to NYS deer hunters and the public, we intend to hold a series of public meetings in September and October 2009.
Purpose:
- To provide an update on the status of NY's deer herd and an overview of DEC's statewide deer management program,
- To highlight the current challenges in deer management,
- To identify current issues and concerns of NYS deer hunters and the public, and
- To solicit input from deer hunters and the public on which issues are most important to them.
Meeting Format:
- Welcome and informal interaction with regional DEC deer biologists and other staff
- DEC presentation
- Q & A: DEC will respond to written questions to clarify the information presented
- Public Input: response cards will be available to provide comment
Additional opportunities for public input:
- Send us an e-mail: Comment on Deer Management
- Write us a letter: Deer Management Program, NYS DEC, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12233-4750
Next Steps:
DEC will summarize the input received during these meetings and focus management attention on the key issues identified. We intend to craft a survey for deer hunters to get additional feedback on specific ways to address issues related to potential hunting regulation changes. Results from the survey will help guide DEC in future changes to the deer program.
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