About the Deer-Forest Study
Pennsylvania forests face many challenges - invasive plants, insect outbreaks, soil acidity, tree diseases, and even deer. This study is being conducted to better understand the role of deer in the context of all these challenges and to help Pennsylvania’s forest and wildlife managers better manage deer and the forest.
February 25, 2016
Short Memory
Does being captured create lasting memories for a deer? Maybe. Maybe not!
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February 23, 2016
Deer Crew Diaries – Entry IV
Still waiting for winter… but captures are happening!
February 16, 2016
Deer Crew Diaries – Entry III
Finally, some trapping weather!
February 10, 2016
Whether it’s Weather
We’ve discussed weather and the rut before but perhaps it deserves another look.
Average Joe
Antler size – why does everyone think they should be bigger?
February 8, 2016
Deer Crew Diaries – Entry II
Week 2 of trapping – and we use the term “trapping” loosely.
February 5, 2016
Age and Antlers
How do you become an expert aging deer based on antlers and body size?
Antlers: Who needs them!
Bucks certainly don’t anymore.
February 2, 2016
Deer Crew Diaries – Entry I
Being on a deer trapping crew is about more than just trapping deer.
Guaranteed to Last
L.L. Bean products aren’t the only things guaranteed to stand up to a long cold winter.
Body Checking
Deer capture is a full contact “sport.”
January 31, 2016
Future Professionals
The Deer-Forest Study is not just a research project. It’s also an investment in our future.
