From last year. Obviously you guys aren't hunting hard or smart enough.
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=gzB1uSwf0kA=&tabid=24154
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=gzB1uSwf0kA=&tabid=24154
Interesting statistic. Other than Union Co. All other counties show a major to minimal declines in the harvest this year. Lack of deer, unseasonal weather and hunting participation are most likely the reasons. Thanks for sharing.
I don't think we can blame weather
I see what your saying, Brock, but for me as an example. I went for a total of 3 hrs. Saturday afternoon till dark. I really didn't want to pull the hammer back on anything. Just to warm for me personally. As a matter of fact, I haven't even set one minute in my stands this year for bow hunting. Work and weather has kept me from that.
I am hoping that this weather cools down and work allows me to take some time off here in November.
I believe the smaller herd and less hunter intrest is why the numbers are down
All i know is i have not even been in the woods yet and I'm not seeing anything encouraging enough to get me motivated.
And the smaller the herd gets, the smaller hunter interest will get TOO. I've only been out once so far, but I've had opportunities to go more.
Now come late October & into November I'll be out as much as possible. Beyond that though... Meh... I'd rather chase ducks & geese, and share the time in the blind with good friends & family.