July 12, 2021 – Applications are now available for the 2021 Deer Herd Management Program at the Macon County Conservation District. This program helps control the deer population and maintain healthy, balanced ecosystems within the District’s conservation areas.
Applications may be picked up at Rock Springs Nature Center or downloaded from the internet at MaconCountyConservation.org/habitat-restoration/deer-herd-management.
The Conservation District will provide limited access to a special hunting blind designated for hunters with disabilities. If interest is high, a second blind will be added. The location of this blind will be determined at a later date. Please indicate on your application if special accommodations are needed.
Applications must be returned by Friday, September 3, 2021. Late applications will not be accepted. A lottery drawing of all applicants will be held at Rock Springs Nature Center on Friday, September 10, 2021, at 3 pm. Hunters need not be present to be included in the drawing.
Conservation areas included in the Deer Herd Management Program are: Rock Springs, Sand Creek, Friends Creek, and Fort Daniel. The program dates are October 15 through December 9, except for November 19-21 and December 2-5. Permits will be available for purchase after the lottery drawing.
