Special Update: Proposed Change to Firearms Deer Season

About this episode

The episode discusses a proposed change to the opening day of firearms deer season in Pennsylvania and its implications for hunters.

Proposed Change to Firearms Deer Season At its meeting next week, the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners will consider a proposal that could change opening day for hundreds of thousands of deer hunters. Executive Director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to explain details of the potential change, how it could affect other hunting seasons, and ways to share feedback with the board. Episode Highlights: How seasons and bag limits are set Details on the proposals related to firearms deer season Why the board is considering a change The other seasons this proposed change would impact How hunters can make their voices heard and tune in to the meeting Resources: Contact the Board of Game Commissioners with your questions, comments, or concerns.

People in this episode

Host: Matt Morrett

Guest: Steve Smith

Topics covered

• firearms deer season
• hunting regulations
• game management
• public feedback
• season changes

Keywords

• firearms deer season
• hunting
• Pennsylvania
• Game Commissioners
• season changes
• feedback

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners, Pennsylvania Game Commission

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