Michigan DNR Implements 'One Buck Rule' to Manage Deer Population
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced a significant change for deer hunters in the Lower Peninsula, effective from the 2027 hunting season. The new regulation, known as the 'one buck rule,' restricts hunters to harvesting only one antlered deer per season. This decision was made to better manage the deer population in the region. The rule aims to ensure sustainable hunting practices and maintain ecological balance. The DNR's decision follows a series of consultations and assessments regarding deer population dynamics and hunting impacts.