article MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s nine-day deer hunting season has concluded, yet there remain further hunting opportunities in December and January. Late season hunting chances (firearm) Muzzleloader – Dec. 2-11 Statewide Antlerless-Only Hunt – Dec. 12 – 15 Antlerless-Only Holiday Hunt – Dec. 24 – Jan. 1, 2025, in specific Farmland Zone units The Wisconsin […]
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s nine-day deer hunting season has concluded, yet there remain further hunting opportunities in December and January.
Late season hunting chances (firearm)
- Muzzleloader – Dec. 2-11
- Statewide Antlerless-Only Hunt – Dec. 12 – 15
- Antlerless-Only Holiday Hunt – Dec. 24 – Jan. 1, 2025, in specific Farmland Zone units
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) states that hunters may utilize any unfilled antlerless harvest authorization during these hunts, provided the authorization is used in the designated zone, county, and land type indicated on the harvest authorization.
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Only antlerless deer may be taken during the statewide antlerless-only and antlerless-only holiday hunts, irrespective of the weapon used.
Wisconsin’s archery and crossbow seasons remain active statewide until Jan. 5, 2025. These seasons are extended until Jan. 31, 2025, in metro subunits and certain deer management units. Hunters are encouraged to verify the hunting regulations and consult the season structure map for information regarding their hunting area.
Deer Harvest Registration
All deer that are harvested must be registered electronically by 5 p.m. on the day following their recovery. The quickest and most efficient method to register your deer is through the GameReg system. Each permit’s unique harvest authorization number is necessary.
Hunters can choose from three methods to register their deer:
Correct registration ensures precise harvest data for DNR wildlife managers and County Deer Advisory Councils for managing deer populations in Wisconsin.
Resources for Hunters
The DNR additionally reminds hunters of the online resources available on the DNR’s Online Deer Camp, which includes hunting regulations, shooting hours, and other valuable resources. Additionally, hunters can locate public lands available for hunting by using the DNR’s Public Access Lands webpage.
