Hunters in illinois harvested 58,836 deer during first weekend of. Sep 18, 2017 new deer hunting laws in both il and ia for 2017. Nov 25, 2017 hunters in 27 north central and northwest counties have no county antlerless tags and may take only antlered deer during the first shotgun season. A nearly stable population from 20 to 2019 of around 645,000 to 670,000 deer with a modest upward trend following a large decline from 2012 when the population was about 775,000. First weekend of firearm season in illinois sees harvest. Between july 1, 2017 and june 30th, 2018, the idnr was allocated 15. Onehalf hour before sunrise to onehalf hour after sunset each day. Illinois hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Coyote hunting illinois, laws, regulations, season.
Hunters shall not have in their possession, while in the field during deer season, any deer permit issued to another person. Deer harvest slightly down in iowa after shotgun season. Springfield numbers from the second weekend of the 2017 shotgun deer season are still being tallied, but an analysis of the first weekend provides an update of deer harvest geography in illinois. Illinois nonresident archery deer combination permits are available overthecounter otc from dnr direct license and permit vendors. Coyote hunters must wear 400 square inches of solid blaze orange when hunting in a county when any firearm deer season is in progress, including youth, muzzleloaderonly, latewinter and cwd seasons. The colder the weather, the earlier deer tend to get up out of their beds and into our late season food sources.
The deer hunting season that gives you the best opportunity at harvesting a trophy whitetail deer, the first illinois gun season. It is unlawful to use or possess any tree climbing or cutting device when. North dakota north dakota deer hunting north dakota fishing. View up to date information on how illinois is handling the coronavirus disease 2019 covid19 from the state of illinois coronavirus response site. Allows youth hunter to use either a shotgun or bow and arrow.
First weekend of firearm season in illinois sees harvest of 51,365 deer kanecountyconnects november 27, 2017 leave a comment environment, government, nature there were more than 51,000 deer harvested in the state of illinois during the first weekend of the illinois firearm deer season on nov. Crossbow hunting in illinois is legal without restrictions throughout the entire archery season. First season of shotgun deer totals up capitol outdoors. For the first time in years, there would be very little pressure on our property. Deer hunting season illinois archery season illinois gun. According to the illinois department of natural resources, preliminary figures from this years shotgun deer season show illinois hunters bagged more than 80,000 deer, about 500 more than last year.
My 2017 illinois monster point whitetail 112017 youtube. We had also left the property pretty much alone this season with the exception of youth season. First weekend of firearm season in illinois sees harvest of. Illinois upland bird hunting information, season limits, bag limits, species overviews and quick links to illinois dnr and hunting licenses. Dec, 2019 according to a release from the idnr, the preliminary total for this years firearm deer season was 75,349. For additional information about gun transportation and storage laws during hunting season, read through the illinois state police commonly asked questions brochure. In iowa during youth season, disabled season, and both shotgun seasons hunters can now use rifles with straight walled cartridges to. Now, anyone may choose to use a crossbow during the archery deer hunting seasons in illinois. View up to date information on how illinois is handling the coronavirus disease 2019 covid19. Illinois firearm deer permits and muzzleloaderonly deer permits remaining. Deer hunting season illinois archery season illinois. A table of preliminary illinois firearm deer harvest totals by county for the first weekend of the 2018 season, and comparable totals for 2017. On tonights episode we head west with staffer, kyle irvin, for the illinois shotgun season.
Before coyote hunting at public hunting areas, check with the site office for site specific regulations. Nov 17, 2017 checking a check station on opening day. Hunters in 27 north central and northwest counties have no county antlerless tags and may take only antlered deer during the first shotgun season. Currently, the illinois gun season includes two additional times that you can gun hunt illinois. According to a release from the idnr, the preliminary total for this years firearm deer season was 75,349. Prior to the 2017 season, the use of crossbows during archery seasons was limited to hunters over the age of 62, or to those who had a special disability permit from the illinois department of natural resources idnr. This three day illinois gun season starts right after we conclude our week 3 archery hunts which makes it also a great combo deer hunt see our whitetail combo hunts page for complete details. Nov 27, 2017 first weekend of firearm season in illinois sees harvest of 51,365 deer kanecountyconnects november 27, 2017 leave a comment environment, government, nature there were more than 51,000 deer harvested in the state of illinois during the first weekend of the illinois firearm deer season on nov. Hunters took 51,450 deer during the first firearm weekend in 2017. View a calendar listing the upcoming and ongoing dates for each hunting and trapping season in iowa. Aug 07, 2014 open 24 hours nov 10, 2016 march 15, 2017. Hunters harvested a preliminary total of 80,021 deer during the sevenday illinois firearm deer season that concluded on sunday, dec.
Fall gun wild turkey hunting was open in 56 of illinois 102 counties. What firearms are approveddisapproved for coyotes in illinois. Archerybow hunting pins for 2017 also available, see my other listing. Illinois fall shotgun wild turkey season harvest totals 350. Electronic calling devices are legal for coyote hunting. The 2017 total compares with the statewide fall gun turkey harvest of 385 in 2016. James also won the 5 stand with another impressive score of 90.
I saw 7 deer in the morning and over 20 in the evening. Going in to the 2016 illinois shotgun season i had really high hopes. Youth permits count toward the maximum of 3 turkey permits a person can be issued for the spring wild turkey season. I saw this 8 pointer running with an identical 8 during bow season and 1st shotgun season, he and his pal would stand out in a harvested bean field, one day during the bow season i was to rattle and grunt them onto my property but they walked around my stand at about 45 yds and never had a descent shot.
Illinois fall shotgun wild turkey season harvest totals 350 birds. More than 1,800 citations and warnings issued to violators during firearms deer hunt illinois busiest hunting season. They can also be used at night when night hunting is allowed. Illinois firstseason breakdown shows deer harvest hot. This is a video of my self filmed shotgun hunts today during the illinois shotgun season. Previously, the law only allowed hunters to hunt with a crossbow if they were 62 and older or if the hunter obtained a doctors note due to physical disability. County east of illinois route 47, are open for the youth deer season. Many illinois outfitters use this entire season to book hunters which could mean as many as 15 groups hunting the same farm in a given season. About 670,000 in 2019, 665,000 in 2018, 660,000 in 2017 and 650,000 deer in 2016 based on hunting data. These dates are based on the current administrative rules as of november 17, 2000 and are subject to change. Archery deer season information including season dates and how to apply youth firearm deer season information upcoming. Our illinois gun hunts take place during the first firearm season in illinois. Illinois gearing up for youth firearms deer hunt outdoornews.
Your reward of patiently waiting in a tree stand or hunting blind is the satisfaction of taking responsibility for your own food, or finally bagging that trophy buck. An area is considered as baited during the presence of. January 8, 2020 late season illinois whitetail hunting report whitetails are congregating around quality late sesaon food sources, many of which can be found on our properties in the form of brassica food plots and cut ag fields. Hunters in illinois harvested a preliminary total of 58,836 deer during the first weekend of the illinois firearm deer season on nov. Bag limits, special seasons and hunting regulations for illinois hunting seasons do vary based on animal and seasons. Illinois hunting laws and regulations are presided over the illinois department of natural resources. Just a quick video highlighting our 2017 shotgun hunt in illinois. If one does not draw a permit in the restricted areas it is still possible to hunt in the open areas. I made an 80 yard shot and dropped him and wanted to share my recovery. Oct 31, 2017 hunters in illinois harvested a preliminary statewide total of 350 wild turkeys during the 2017 fall shotgun turkey season. Illinois fall shotgun wild turkey season harvest totals. Illinois fall shotgun turkey season numbers in capitol outdoors. Aug 23, 2017 a special youth hunt takes place early in the season. Illinois gun hunts gun hunt illinois illinois gun hunting.
In iowa during youth season, disabled season, and both shotgun seasons hunters can now use rifles with straight walled cartridges to kill deer. Through its leadership and competitive programs, acui strives to create educational environments and experiences that intentionally provide students with opportunities for developing intellectual and interpersonal skills. Published on nov 19, 2017 this is a video of my self filmed shotgun hunts today during the illinois shotgun season. Illinois hunting laws and provisions will differ on the basis of what kind of game is desired to be hunted, as well as if the hunter is a current resident of the state or a nonresident. It is illegal to use salt, corn or any other kind of bait. Archery harvest stays ahead of 201718 november, 2018 illinois, chicago sun. Illinois department of natural resources bruce rauner, governor. The basic daily bag limit shall be 6 ducks of any species including all teal species, except mergansers. Nov 21, 2017 this video is about illinois shotgun season 2017. Dec 07, 2017 dec 7, 2017 according to the illinois department of natural resources, preliminary figures from this years shotgun deer season show illinois hunters bagged more than 80,000 deer, about 500 more than last year. Cost of nonresident license and permit according to recent population estimates, illinois has 103,000 turkeys national wild turkey federation data, down from 150,000 in our most recent turkey hunting nation post.
Iowas overall deer harvest across all seasons last year was 101,397, down more than 30 percent from the 2006 peak and the 2017 harvest should be similar. Illinois department of natural resources bruce rauner. This 3 day season always takes place the weekend before thanksgiving. Check out ebays selection to meet your collectible needs. Illinois is famous for massive whitetail bucks, and hunters in every county have an opportunity to tag a true monster if they take a few important details into consideration. Dec 22, 2019 illinois hunting laws and regulations are presided over the illinois department of natural resources. Hunters in illinois harvested a preliminary statewide total of 350 wild turkeys during the 2017 fall shotgun turkey season. Springfield, il hunters in illinois harvested a preliminary statewide total of 350 wild turkeys during the 2017 fall shotgun turkey season. Deer permit applicationssales chart firearm and muzzleloader deer season information including season dates and how to apply. Testing of deer for chronic wasting disease by idnr personnel will occur so long as funding is available during the 7day firearm deer season nov. Visit our main hunting page for general information.
Mar 15, 2019 prior to the 2017 season, the use of crossbows during archery seasons was limited to hunters over the age of 62, or to those who had a special disability permit from the illinois department of natural resources idnr. The 2017 preliminary harvest total compares to the final total of 79,559 deer harvested during the firearm season in 2016. A total of 51,365 deer were taken during the first firearms season. Hunters in jackson county, in southern illinois, got the most, about 2,300, nearly 200 more deer than the traditional leader adams. Gary fitzjarrell jr, family, and staff did a outstanding job hosting their 1st state shoot. You might be searching for a specific pin from a historical hunting season to complete your collection, or maybe you are just looking for hunting swag to complete your home decor. Congratulations to james plumley for winning his 4th illinois state shoot with the highest score ever 194. The record harvest season for illinois was in 2005 with over. Cliff gronemeyer took this 10 pt mature buck nov 20, 2016 during the illinois shotgun season in northern illinois. Springfield, il hunters in illinois harvested a preliminary total of 147,535 deer during all 201718 archery and firearm seasons, which concluded on jan. Nov 28, 2017 51,000 deer killed on first weekend of hunting season.
A special youth hunt takes place early in the season. If one does not draw a permit in the restricted areas it. Josh phillips of dupo, illinois, started hunting deer 23 years ago, when he was 11 years old. View up to date information on how illinois is handling the coronavirus disease 2019. Illinois firearm season preliminary harvest totals 80,021. The following dates are the projected indiana firearms deer seasons through 2019. A preliminary total of 80,896 deer were taken by hunters during the sevenday illinois firearms season compared to 80,117 in 2017. Published on nov 20, 2017 i got this point buck yesterday in east central illinois during the first segment of gun season. I saw this 8 pointer running with an identical 8 during bow season and 1st shotgun season, he and his pal would stand out in a harvested bean field, one day during the bow season i was to rattle and grunt them onto my property but they walked around my. Illinois sevenday firearm deer season will conclude nov. Nov 20, 2017 published on nov 20, 2017 i got this point buck yesterday in east central illinois during the first segment of gun season. After 2 days of 40 mph winds and no deer, i knew the last day would me magical. The illinois archery season opens each year on october 1 and runs through the middle of january.