Deer Hunters: Share Wildlife Observations

St. Paul — Minnesota deer hunters can use an online log (www.mndnr.gov/mammals/deer/management/deer-hunter-field-log.html) to report wildlife they see while hunting. The DNR uses the information to supplement its model-generated population estimates, which are an important tool for managing wildlife.

Using a mobile device or computer, deer hunters can enter information about wildlife they see while in the field, including deer, turkey, bear, fisher and other species. Hunters are encouraged to fill out a hunter field log after each hunt, even if they observe no deer. This allows for an accurate estimate of the number of deer observed per hour of field observations, which provides a comparison to deer density modeling results. The online log will be open through Dec. 31.