Spikehorn Rule
November 15th, 2005 by Administrator
Spikehorn Rule Marks Deer Season Opening MONTPELIER, Vt. — The first weekend of deer season began with hunters adjusting to a new rule: spikehorn deer — male deer that have just a single antler — are off limits to this year.
The regulation is designed to try and strengthen herd numbers. The regulations also reduce the number of deer a hunter can take during the state’s archery, rifle and black powder seasons from three to two.
“I was a little bit worried about it this year, but I think in the end it will be well-worth it,” said hunter Jeff Kershner. I would like to see bigger deer in the woods myself.”
The annual 16-day rifle-hunting season started at sunrise Nov. 12. Black powder season runs from Dec. 3 – 11.
Last year 86,000 people bought hunting licenses in Vermont