DNR to Allow Deer Feeding

The Department of Natural Resources will allow the supplemental feeding of deer across the entire Upper Peninsula. That’s because of the heavy snow that’s already accumulated in many parts of the region, as well as the bitterly-cold temperatures that have already been felt there. The feeding will be allowed by permit starting on December 15th. DNR Wildlife Division Chief Russ Mason says all indications point toward the onset of a third difficult winter for deer in the U.P. noting that continuously severe winter conditions of this magnitude haven’t occurred in the region since the early 1970s. Those wanting to feed deer on their land must apply for a permit from the department.