Outlook Bright for Upcoming Deer Season (All regions)
Indicators leading into the Nov. 3 season opener point to potentially great hunting across much of the state, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department biologists. But, as they say in advertising disclaimers, individual results may vary. "Generally speaking, it's a banner year for (fawn) production," said Mitch Lockwood, TPWD deer program leader. "As far as the quality of the animals, the deer we're seeing are in pretty good condition and I expect antler quality and body weights to be above average. Not only do we expect this year's crop to be better, but there are more mature bucks out there simply because harvest was down in 2006." Whitetails have responded well from last year's extended dry spell, thanks to an unseasonably wet spring and summer, and have taken advantage of resurgent plant growth, Lockwood noted. That bodes well for the deer, but could pose a challenge for hunters hoping to find success from a blind over supplemental feed. (More info)