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Special permits are required for hunting in Wisconsin state parks, but only for certain types of hunting and in specific locations. These permits are usually limited to archery hunting and may be restricted to designated areas within the park. Hunters must follow all park rules and regulations.
Permits and Restrictions
Wisconsin state parks offer a total of 13 state forest properties that are open to deer hunting. However, hunting permits are only issued for a limited number of these properties, and the number of permits available can be quite low. For example, the Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin offers a total of 500-600 permits for deer hunting, but these permits are usually snapped up quickly. Hunters must apply for these permits through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website and must meet specific eligibility requirements.
Hunting Techniques and Gear
Hunters in Wisconsin state parks must use archery gear, including a bow with a minimum of 40-pound draw weight and a broadhead arrow with a minimum of 1.25 inches of expandable blade length. Hunters are not allowed to use firearms or muzzleloaders in state parks. This means that hunters must be skilled and experienced in archery hunting, and should be prepared to make longer shots and adjust to changing hunting conditions. To increase their chances of success, hunters should focus on hunting during the peak deer movement periods, such as during the late afternoon and early evening hours.
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