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Archery Seasons Open: Changes and Challenges Across States

9/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) opens archery-only deer and fall turkey seasons on Sept. 27, with specific dates for each.
Over 100 wildlife management areas in Tennessee offer public land hunting, requiring licenses and landowner permission for private land.
Texas expects a successful archery deer season due to favorable weather, with regulations for wildlife management units.
Ohio proposes reducing deer tags in counties affected by Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, gaining public support for stricter measures.
Michigan considers a bill allowing bow hunters to carry firearms for predator protection.

History

Historical Context

The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act, passed by the U.S. Congress in 1976, allocated over $1 billion to state wildlife agencies, enhancing wildlife management efforts. This legislation has influenced modern hunting regulations, as states like Texas and Ohio adapt practices to address wildlife health and conservation challenges, balancing hunting traditions with sustainable wildlife populations.

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Story summary

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) opens archery-only deer and fall turkey seasons on Sept. 27, with specific dates for each.
Over 100 wildlife management areas in Tennessee offer public land hunting, requiring licenses and landowner permission for private land.
Texas expects a successful archery deer season due to favorable weather, with regulations for wildlife management units.
Ohio proposes reducing deer tags in counties affected by Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, gaining public support for stricter measures.
Michigan considers a bill allowing bow hunters to carry firearms for predator protection.

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