This is the first deer Ive killed in a while, Bolt said. This modest antler point restriction shifted the majority of the annual buck harvest from 1 1/2-year-old and younger bucks to 2 1/2 years or older. One variable in this stat that's a little deceiving is "official scorer densities". A Montana buck shot by Kent Petry. Browning Ammunition has two big-game hunting loads new for 2023 that are effective on a wide range of species: the Max Point and Silver Series. There was an error signing up.Please check your fields and try again. The biggest buck entered so far was a195-2/8" behemoth shot inDrew County, Arkansas. Of course, no great hunt is complete without a little drama. Across the road, Miss Jackie's japonica is blooming. Instead, it seems non-typical genetics have become much more prevalent within the last 20 to 30 years. Georgia's state record nontypical buck was a 249 5/8-inch deer from Telfair County, according to Boone and Crockett records. All deer, including does and yearling bucks, have big bodies and are in excellent overall condition. Hunting on Bayou La Grue, he killed his buck in late October because he said big deer in his area generally start becoming active around Halloween. The Broker (Whitetail Properties) does not assume liability for typographical errors, misprints, nor for misinformation that may have been given to us. Marlin is back in the game with the re-introduction of the classic 336 and 1894 lever-action hunting rifles. Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. South Dakota does the same. The Model 336 is expected to be launched soon; the Model 1894 should launch this spring. Jackson County represents some of the best big buck hunting in northeastern Alabama. Licensed in MS- Chipper Gibbes, Broker. Northeast: It looks like Maryland and Connecticut are the best destinations in this region. Farms adjacent to the refuge grow a lot of corn and soybeans, which provide excellent nutrition for deer in addition to forestland forage. The area today is know as Delta Farms, and some of what was in his holdings is now part of the Cache River NWR. Scott Cooper is bow hunting on a big bean field in Arkansas when his hit list buck comes into range. Jackson Point rules require a buck to score at least 130 B&C or have a minimum 18-inch inside spread. We have noted over the years how many hunters luck into killing giant bucks. Duck season will end tomorrow. All property is subject to change, withdrawal, or prior sale. After pouring over record book data in an attempt to identify these big-buck neighborhoods, here are some takeaways. The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by the Broker, its Agents, or the Seller. An October bowhunt is the best time to hunt because deer populations are at their highest, and because bucks are largely undisturbed.Acorns start falling in late October. Well that's a interesting way of comparison. The best big buck habitat in Phillips County is in the immediate floodplain of the Mississippi River inside the levees that border both sides of the river. Buffalo County, Wisconsin, is there, but farther down the list than we expect. Where Hunting Happens, Conservation Happens. Learn more in the video above, with Remington's Joel Hodgdon and Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Arkansas county Arkansas is 1,034 sq miles 17 listings plus 9 lost = 26. The first was John Quirk, owner of Quirk Land & Cattle Company. mile of any state, and the 7th ranking state for B&C entries in history. Wisconsin | 712 total entries | 0.01310 entries. Thanks very much for this info. I got lucky there. Its the top states for total number of record typical and non-typical bucks produced. The reason the midwestern states have long been heralded as the kings of deer hunting is in part due to their total land mass. All Game & Fish subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. The brother-in-law, on the other hand, lamented what might have been. Kentucky | 418 total entries | 0.01052 entries. With 11 2/8 inches in overall deductions, the rack has a net score of 173 1/8 inches, which makes it a new state record in the crossbow category, according to GON. It turned and fell down the draw. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. Material from the Associated Press is Copyright 2023, Associated Press and may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He said he called up three or four bucks and suggested that we switch stands.. Licensed in OH - Jeremy Schaefer, Principal Broker. The National Wild Turkey Federation's mission to conserve wild turkey and preserve hunting heritage is still going strong after a half-century. The new 7mm Precision Rifle Cartridge from Hornady is available in three loads (160 gr. Average Price Per Acre of Raw Land: $4,314. He said he actually shot at the same buck in 2016. 006336 entries, Illinois | 331 total entries | 0.005954 entries, Texas | 248 total entries | 0.000947 entries, Colorado | 19 total entries | 0.000183 entries, Idaho | 9 total entries | 0.000108 entries, Washington | 7 total entries | 0.000105 entries, Montana | 11 total entries | 0.000075 entries, Texas | 160 total entries | 0.000611 entries, Colorado | 14 total entries | 0.000134 entries, Idaho | 6 total entries | 0.000072 entries, Montana | 8 total entries | 0.000054 entries, Washington | 3 total entries | 0.000045 entries, New Jersey | 2 total entries | 0.000269 entries, New York | 7 total entries | 0.000148 entries, West Virginia | 7 total entries | 0.000290 entries, Washington | 4 total entries | 0.000060 entries, Colorado | 5 total entries | 0.000048 entries, Idaho | 3 total entries | 0.000036 entries, Montana | 3 total entries | 0.000020 entries. And I assure you that while it isnt all about big deer, we would all love to set our sights on a truly incredible representation of the species. No one county can really stake a claim as the king of whitetail habitat, but thanks to the Boone and Crockett Club's County Search Tool And for Pope-and-Young-class deer, rightfully so. Arkansas County in the southeast is in the heart of the Natural State's big-buck zone, and that's where Joe Schimmel of Stuttgart killed our largest typical with archery equipment last year. That is two months less than the statewide season, which starts the last Saturday in September and ends on February 28. All interesting points to consider. Note: All data from Canadian provinces have been excluded for the sake of state-ranking purposes. way to track the success or failure of conservation efforts. Isnt that just an elk state? A big deer around here is 120 to 130 inches.. Eric Lundgren of Ruger, which now owns Marlin, highlights the features of both rifles with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. No one county can really stake a claim as the king of whitetail habitat, but thanks to the Boone and Crockett Clubs County Search Tool hunters can see that the southeast corner of the state is where they should focus their time. Top 5 Typical Whitetails in the Last 10 Years. At SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. The Hawkeye State retains its reputation as a big buck factory thanks to 1,330 entries now in B&C's record book. Id grunt every 30 minutes or so. Its exciting to have the opportunity to hunt a deer like that, but when it takes as long as it took for me to get him, its emotionally draining, Bolt said. The northern- and western-most states within this region are the top producers. Otherwise, the fee participation will be at the sole discretion of the Broker and Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC. It's the most beautiful fruit tree I've ever grown, and it hasn't given me a single plum. 22. Kirk Brann; Monroe County; 2000; 232 0/8; Boone & Crockett Club*, *Buck was not hunter harvested and is listed by Boone and Crockett as a pickup.. The region lies in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, creating rugged and hilly terrain that also features lots of great habitat. That's the beauty of hunting. Ive hunted antlerless deer at Jackson Point several times. 14 for Boone and Crockett bucks for total entries per square mile of land mass within the last 10 years without a single non-typical to show for it. There were some does in front of me, and when he was walking down the road, he stopped and looked at does right in my lane. Also, Oklahoma falls completely out of the top 20, Nebraska drops from No. 11 and 16 (respectively) on the typicals per square mile of land mass list since 2008. Here we break down the top states for Boone and Crockett bucks per square mile of land mass since 2008 by region. People of equal stature populate the other clubs along the river, and most have comfortable lodgings on site. It kind of wears on you year after year, but on the other hand, its a huge privilege to get to chase a deer like that.. Among the accomplishments includes the recently concluded Save the Habitat, Save the Hunt initiative, which in 10 years conserved or enhanced 5.3 million acres of critical wildlife habitat, recruited 1.5 million new or lapsed hunters, and opened new access to 750,000 acres for hunting and recreation. I was expecting to kill a doe for meat, Schimmel said. Year: 1966. Its fun to speculate whats going on in Vernon County. of Wildlife and Parks Boone and Crockett Club Non-Typical 1. Hunting with modern firearms and muzzleloaders is limited to three controlled hunts. He used a Bog Pod bipod to stabilize the rifle. The inside spread was 17 inches, and the rack had 36 inches of mass. He also had large land holding in Texas located in the area called the Golden Triangle for deer hunting around Eagle Pass, in west Tx right down on the Rio Grade basin & Nebraska in the Hasting's area, another well know area in the Midwest for for massive whitetails today. Ive definitely learned a lot of things about shot placement, making sure Im standing right, and making sure the exit is going be where it needs to be., 1. In 2012 there was one, 2013 had two and 2014 produced six. He killed a good buck. Hence its name, the White River NWR is a refuge area that holds the deer that disperse into neighboring agricultural fields. In the States of Nebraska & North Dakota DBA Whitetail Trophy Properties Real Estate LLC. It blows the rest of the region away in terms of record-book bucks, though. He was hunting that stand that morning, and the only reason he came down was because his boy killed that big one.. Jerry Nipper of Malvern, owner of Hunter's Hanger Hoist, said he recalled hearing about the buck. Once again this buck was harvested with a gun and was taken in the year 1945. They made the switch, and at 1:30 p.m., Hutchens saw his buck of a lifetime. The top Arkansas nontypical deer's gross and net scores are less than 10 inches apart. The winter sun is setting on my best deer season. Print Headline: Typical whitetail record set in state. He was 25 steps away when I shot him.. Schimmel said he avoided that by keeping his eyes off the prize and his mind on the objective. Hornady's Seth Swerczek goes in depth about the new cartridge with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. On Dec. 3, 2018, William Lloyd of Wynne killed a 14-point buck in Lee County that netted a Boone and Crockett . Knowing that such a deer was in the vicinity was highly motivational, Bolt said, but not seeing the buck alive for nearly three years was highly frustrating, especially since he didnt have any fresh photos of it for several weeks. But thats a discussion for another day. It weighed more than 200 pounds and sported a tall, massive 10-point rack that scored 150 4/8 Boone and Crockett points. Hutchens didnt weigh the buck, but he said the rack was disproportionately large compared to its body. Personal defense in the hunting woods could involve taking down a charging bear. To hone our perspective even one more degree, this buck was killed on public land in the Ouachita National Forest of Scott County and is the new Arkansas state-record muzzleloader buck. View Vernon Marion County Hunting Properties. It scored 164 6/8 and ranked 9th overall. In life there are two kinds of pain, the pain of self discipline and the pain of regret. Many in southeast Arkansas had a very poor season, and prospects probably won't improve until we start having long, cold winters again. Now all this is not to say that you can't kill a giant deer wherever the genetics, nutrition and a little bit of luck is favorable. Oklahoma in particular has become a duck-hunting hotspot. Winchester's new Big Bore ammo, available in 10 mm, .44 Mag., .357 Mag., and .45 Colt, is specifically designed for big bears in bear country. In the above video, NWTF's Jason Burckhalter talks about the group's accomplishments and future plans with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. From that other thread about big deer never getting scored, it seems like this list could double, triple, who knows, but still a definite trend in the counties in the delta. Arkansas County in the southeast is in the heart of the Natural States big-buck zone, and thats where Joe Schimmel of Stuttgart killed our largest typical with archery equipment last year. Minnesota. Our No. Cartersville, GA, USA. The number 3 buck on the top 5 typical bucks of Wisconsin list was harvested in Wood County, Wisconsin and scored a whopping 197 5/8 inches. LaRue's Ethan Alexander talks about the Siete's features with Game & Fish's Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. I believed that Ayecock's record would last at least another 40 years. It scored 164 6/8 and ranked 9th overall. 11), Connecticut (No. This 170 inch stud makes a fatal mistake. Hes had a lot of success, so his expectations are always high. Looks very even on an area comparision. However, ARKANSAS actually has more entries in the all time record book! Location: Wisconsin. 5. If any of you folks reading this information would like to become a B&C associate. That deer was taken in 1998 by Brian Ross. We asked Illinois Land Specialist, Joe Gedzic, What are the reasons to invest in land in the area?. An exceptional score for an Arkansas buck is 140 Boone and Crockett, but we grow them a lot bigger. I did it efficiently, taking four deer in four days, discounting a fifth day in the middle that I didn't hunt. . This provides a better chance than ever of killing a mature buck. It provides clarity in a world full of foggy confusion. They change even more when you just look at the most recent data (within the last decade). In the last 10 years, 733,868 white-tailed bucks have been harvested in the Bluegrass State. It sheds light where there previously was none. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. Average Price Per Acre of Raw Land: $5013. 210 2/8 Grayson Co., KY Adam Pence Adam Pence 1994 1415. We do pretty good calling them up that time of year, Hutchens said. Hutchens said the buck his nephew shot scored about 140. The U.S. It is also the first B&C record-book buck to come from Hall County, Georgia. Check out this video to learn how to manage your small track of land to bag your trophy buck. Licensed in NE & SD- Jason Schendt, Broker. One equity share, including a two-room, two-bath metal house, is currently advertised for $250,000. It had gotten to the point where I almost didnt feel like he was real.. JavaScript is disabled. Even so, that antelope was still a true giant, and Mike Gallo now has two of the 10 biggest pronghorns in the Boone & Crockett record book. Browning Ammunition has two big-game hunting loads new for 2023 that are effective on a wide range of species: the Max Point and Silver Series. My takeaway from this dont overlook certain northeastern and southeastern states. For a variety of full-featured searches, check out our subscription service, Big Game Records Live! Even so, Schimmel was dismissive. They remember the heartbreak when the hunt didnt go their way. Hutchens buck sported a 20 5/8-inch inside spread and was taken with a Thompson/Center Omega. A two-day quota hunt for youths is held in early December. On Dec. 3, 2018, William Lloyd of Wynne killed a 14-point buck in Lee County that netted a Boone and Crockett score of 200 1/8. The lists above will not look like the lists below. But Colorado is the real winner here. Just look at the top of theBoone and Crockett entries from last season. As I write this on Tuesday, Miss Laura's daffodils are budding. West: Texas is still miles ahead of the other western states. Immediately, I knew it was him. Deer feed all night in the fields and then retreat back into the woods shortly after dawn. The NWTF is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. One notable development is a burgeoning number of ducks migrating down the Central Flyway. The woods were quiet until Hutchens heard his nephew fire. Ohio | 457 total entries | 0.01116 entries. ELD Match, and 175 gr. I had good hunts, bad hunts and great hunts. Honestly, neither of those lists paint an accurate picture. My first deer with a bow was a nice 10-point, so Ive been lucky on that end, Schimmel said. 2 buck was a typical that scored 170 2/8. 50. And neither Connecticut nor Rhode Island has produced a single non-typical Booner in the last 10 years, despite ranking No. A typical rack requires a minimum score of 170 to qualify for the Boone and Crockett book, and a non-typical rack . Lloyd did not hunt in the woods that skirted the property. The U.S. 07/03/2022 . You must have measurements from a Boone and Crockett or LDWF-certified . 4. Lloyd's first shot missed, according to North American Whitetail, but the buck kept approaching. Some folks really get worked up over big typical whitetails. In 2016, I guessed him to be in the low 180s, Bolt said. Sign up here. Boone & Crockett Club (Modern Gun) Available in 180- and 200-grain sizes. Temperatures are cooling, and the days are shortening, and its a very pleasant time to hunt. Licensed in NC, SC, VA - Chip Camp, Broker. The Winter Severity Index (WSI), a general measure of winter conditions based on the premise that prolonged cold temperatures and deep snow can reduce overwinter survival of whitetail deer, has been relatively low in Ottertail County over the past five years. Bolt, a medical student at the University of Arkansas, doesnt have much time to hunt, but he maximizes his opportunities by liberally using remote cameras. Photo: John McCoy - Jerry Hill of Saulsville with the buck he killed in Wyoming County in 1986. Same with LaSalle County, Texas. 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The rack was a typical 12-point with 25- and 26-inch main beams. |
ELD-X Precision Hunter). Chico 6. The soils are rich in minerals that contribute to antler development, and the amount of natural and agricultural food for deer is astonishing. He wasnt a very big-bodied deer, but he was a big-racked deer, Hutchens said. It never gets old, Schimmel said. Things changed a little with this list, but not a lot. Don't Miss:Top 5 Typical Bucks from the West |Top 5 Non-Typical Bucks from the West. Buyers agents must be identified on the first contact with Broker/Agents and must accompany the buyer on showings to receive full fee participation. It doesnt have to be a giant deer, but this will definitely keep me away from shooting any smaller, younger deer from now on., Big racks are merely the reward. Ruger's popular American bolt-action rifle has been a hit with hunters for years. Please check your email and click the verification link. Even Illinois has produced more Booners of late. . Boone and Crockett Club's involvement with records keeping actually goes all the way back to its very roots. Here we break down the top states for typical Boone and Crockett bucks per square mile of land mass since 2008 by region. 1 over the last four years with 258 registered B&C entries. Licensed in IN - Dan Bates, Broker. My sources in northeast Arkansas say they had their best season in memory. Southeast: The order of this list looks identical to the previous southeast region list. He said the buck acted as if it had been chasing does or fighting. Kenn Young of Clarksville, the dean of deer-hunting writers in Arkansas, said Lloyd caused a stir as an outsider killing a buck that local hunters had been pursuing for quite some time. Issues may also exist for Safari users. The #1 county overall is Buffalo County with 150 entries in the record book. Texas finally makes it onto a top-20 list without using its size advantage. Here are the top overall states for non-typical Boone and Crockett bucks for total entries per square mile of land mass within the last 10 years. But you have to love that Washington climbs all the way up the ladder to be No. I made a series of grunts, and I waited and waited. Covering 8,700 acres on Mississippi River Islands 64 and 65, Jackson Point is typical of the floodplain habitat along the banks of the Mississippi. During that same timeframe, only 418 bucks (typical and non-typical) have been entered into the Boone and Crockett records. It came in grunting and wheezing before harassing the does. Just look at the top of the Boone and Crockett entries from last season. Password should be at least 8 characters with a mix of letters and numbers. Check outourstories, videos and hard-hitting how-to'sondeer hunting. These include the White River NWR, Cache River NWR, Wattensaw WMA and Dagmar WMA. ELD-X Precision Hunter). Also 2 years ago in Stone County two brothers killed one each that year. But its actually a southeastern one. Here are the top states for total number of record typical and non-typical bucks produced within the last 10 years. ELD Match, and 175 gr. Come join the discussion about optics, trails, clubs, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! I did kill a decent little 8-point two years ago, but with school, I hadnt been able to hunt much in years prior.. Subscriber Services. In addition, there is also timber value on most tracts. Jeremy Hutchens of Waldron killed it in Scott County during muzzleloader season, so of course it was our states biggest muzzleloader buck. Last week in Baxter County, redbuds were about to bloom along the White River. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Ohio State is the number five largest big buck state with 1,049 total . In essence, of the near three-quarters of a million . Only racks measured by certified Boone & Crockett or . Since age 18, Schimmel has hunted almost exclusively with a bow. On opening day of muzzleloader season, Hutchens hunted with several family members in an area where they have about five stands. In the video above, Matt Willson of Ruger highlights the features with Game & Fish's John Taranto. Southeast: And the southeast region almost goes three for three in keeping the same order. Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin no longer hold that title like they did 10 to 20 years ago. However, some of the states most storied hunting clubs are also in this region. What is the biggest buck killed in Arkansas? Here are the top overall states for Boone and Crockett bucks for total entries per square mile of land mass within the last 10 years.