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Deer Hunting
Georgia 2024-2025 Deer Hunting Dates
Archery Sept. 14 - Oct. 11
Primitive Weapons/Youth Firearm Oct. 12-18
Firearms Oct. 19 - Jan. 12
Despite being wheelchair bound and having endured 34 surgeries, James McNeal, 12, of Kathleen, can mark “First Deer” off his bucket list. James tried killing a deer last year—which even included a hunting trip to Texas— but the magic moment happened this season on Saturday, Nov. 3 in Emanuel County while hunting with his father, Tom,…
There’s a question mark with that subhead because, while that’s the most prevalent report we are hearing about this Georgia deer season, it literally can vary from county to county. That’s why we have such a good group of Hunt Advisors spread across the state to give timely reports. NORTH GEORGIA Cherokee County: Tim Dangar,…
Three years of no success is enough to drive even the most dedicated of hunters out of the woods and onto other things. However, I suppose some things are worth the wait. Jenifer Fuqua, of Cartersville, has been sitting for countless hours in the tree alongside her husband, Dewayne, hoping to shoot her first deer…
Bob and Margeret Hice designed, manufactured and marketed a uniquely safe and comfortable climbing tree stand—the TreeLounge—from their home near Cumming. The Hices made a good living, had a lot of fun, and made a lot of hunters happy. When Father Time took Bob away from us, Margaret carried on the TreeLounge business for some…
Quinton Burch, of Eatonton, may reside in Putnam County, but he’s interested in moving Hancock County up on GON’s Best Counties For A Big Buck list. Quinton certainly did his part after knocking down a typical, Hancock County 10-pointer on Oct. 27 that grossed 158 2/8 inches and won’t have much for side-to-side deductions. The unofficial…
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Venison Recipes
Ground Venison Christmas Stuffing If you are looking for a great side dish for your Christmas dinner, impress your family with this venison take on stuffing. 1 pound ground venison 1 stick butter 1 chopped zucchini 1 large onion, chopped 1 tbsp minced garlic 2 tbsp sour cream 1 can cream of mushroom soup…
Ground Venison Stuffed Mushrooms Most Georgia deer hunters have an ample supply of ground venison on hand. This is tasty way to utilize just a small portion of that ground venison, and it makes a great appetizer or snack. 16 large portabella mushrooms 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons red bell pepper 2 garlic cloves…
Juicy Lucy Venison Burgers The Juicy Lucy Burger originated in Minnesota, of all places, and is a matter of statewide pride. Here, the recipe has been adapted to the South by replacing ground beef with venison. Be sure to use venison with at least 20 percent beef fat for best results. This makes four burgers.…