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GFP has an active Wildlife Damage Management Program that assists landowners with depredation-abatement techniques. However, when other methods are not effective, GFP may use willing hunters to help eliminate wildlife that cause problems for farmers and ranchers.
“Winter depredation hunts are a valuable tool that GFP may use to alleviate wildlife damage to landowners’ stored-feed supplies,” said Keith Fisk, Wildlife Damage Program administrator. “South Dakota residents may register for potential depredation hunts for deer, antelope and turkey, starting Dec. 1, 2011.”
Hunters can register for depredation hunts at http://gfp.sd.gov/hunting/
Fisk encourages hunters to register for counties in their areas.
“Depredation hunts are often time-sensitive, and winter weather can sometimes make travel difficult for participating hunters,” Fisk said. “For a successful hunt, GFP needs participating hunters to be available at hunt locations almost immediately. Consequently, I advise hunters to choose locations that are close to home or within close driving distances.”
Winter depredation hunts focus on assisting landowners with problem wildlife, but they also provide hunters with additional hunting opportunities after hunting seasons are closed.
For more information, please visit the GFP website or contact GFP at 605-223-7660.
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