There are many theories when it comes to producing good white-tailed deer year after year, but the common theme among all deer management techniques is to provide good habitat. Habitat plays a critical role in a deer’s life because this is where they find their food. Good nutrition is required for individual deer to be healthy, and a bunch of healthy bucks and does make for a healthy herd. Habitat is the cornerstone of deer management.
Like many states, habitat is in poor condition across much of Texas this year. One of the hardest hit regions is the Texas Hill Country, located in the center of the state. This region has boasted the highest deer densities and hunter numbers for at least the past three decades, and although hunters should not expect a big change this fall, whitetail bucks, does and fawns are having a tough go of it this year. Continue reading Deer Management Techniques: Provide Good Habitat