Interesting Minnesota Deer Hunting Facts
Deer hunting season was reportedly off to a slow start this year. Nevertheless, in general, hunters should have more opportunities to harvest deer because deer populations have increased in much of the state.
Here are some interesting facts about deer hunting in Minnesota:
- About half the deer shot during the season are shot opening weekend. This year that was most like somewhere around 100,000 deer, depending on the weather.
- About 70% of the season harvest occurs in the first four days of the season.
- A whitetail’s home range is about 1 square mile.
- Last year, 36% of all Minnesota hunters successfully harvested a deer (including archery and muzzleloader)
- The average hunter spends five days afield during Minnesota’s firearms deer season.
- The biggest white-tailed deer recorded in Minnesota was a 500-pound buck.
For more statistics, the latest state rules, and safety tips, click here. Have a great hunting season, and above all, remember to stay safe!