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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

Borrowed Rifle Leads To Late Season Christmas Present Buck

We all know late season can be feast or famine for Georgia deer hunters. After several hard weeks of vigorous rutting activity in November, mature bucks that have managed to avoid hunters have a way of getting extremely scarce. As soon as the peak of rut has waned and no more receptive does can be…

Hunt Advisor Reports: Tips For December Deer

It’s not over! For much of the state, the excitement of peak rutting activity has waned, but there’s plenty of deer hunting opportunity that remains. The GON team of Hunt Advisors provide reports on how November played out in their areas, along with tips and tactics for December success. NORTH GEORGIA Chattahoochee National Forest: Tim Dangar,…

Monika’s 160-Inch Bow-Buck From Peach County

Monika Stander killed a super 10-point buck in Peach County on Nov. 17, 2024 while bowhunting, and she had her 10-year-old son in the stand with her for the hunt. At about 5:30 p.m., the buck came in on a doe. Monika said the deer were moving in and and out of cover when she…

Consider Donating Deer To Expanding Hunters For The Hungry Program

The Georgia Hunters for The Hungry (GHFTH) program gives hunters a great way to participate in getting venison—the ultimate high-protein, low-fat, organic meat—to those less fortunate. “There are a couple of months left in the deer season; if you’ve filled your freezer, you don’t have to stop hunting. Please consider harvesting a deer for the…

First-Time Hunter Tags Out In Just Two Hunts

Before this season, Elise Piotrowski, of Athens, had always enjoyed fishing and surrounding herself in the outdoors. The 23-year-old had always wanted to go hunting but didn’t know where to start; until she met Dakota. Elise met her boyfriend Dakota Bales, an avid hunter, in the summer, and with Dakota’s guidance and mentorship, it gave…

Deer Hunting Resources

Georgia Rut Map

Venison Recipes

Wild In The Kitchen: Venison Meatloaf

There’s no comfort food like meatloaf and mashed potatoes. With venison, you do not get the grease you do with cow burger, and the meat doesn’t hold together as well. So oatmeal and a little extra egg is needed as a binder. The good thing is, this adds another depth of flavor to your meatloaf.…

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Wild In The Kitchen: Blueberry Venison Backstrap

Blueberry Venison Backstrap No hindsight ip unit displayed. Ingredients 2 tablespoons melted butter 4 venison loin steaks, cut one-half inch thick Juice and peel of large, fresh lemon (about 2 tablespoons) 1 cup chicken broth 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup fresh blueberries Several generous dashes ground cinnamon Few dashes ground ginger Salt and freshly ground…

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Wild In The Kitchen: Venison Meatballs Currant

Venison Meatballs With Currant Sauce Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds ground venison 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup finely minced onion 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 garlic clove, finely minced Mix ingredients well and shape into one-inch balls. Place in baking dish and brown in 350-degree…