Thousands Of Bucks Killed In This New York State County

The results of the 2024-25 deer harvest are in for New York State and one county had the largest amount taken by hunters.

The summer is here and the bucks are growing their racks! It won't be long until we see the leaves start to drop and the velvet come off! Hunting season is only a few months away!

But before we get to the next season, New York State released the stats on last season and it was a good one for deer hunters in the Empire State!

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As the heat and humidity return to New York State this week, the last thing on your mind might be a frosty and crispy morning in the deer stand. However, after seeing this report, I am getting excited.

According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, one county led the way in terms of adult male deer taken. While all numbers seem to be up, one county had a great season.

The County That Killed The Most Bucks In New York State

As I read through the report, it was clear that Steuben County was the buck capital and had a jaw dropping 7,787 bucks reported killed. Allegany County came in second place where hunters reported 4,820 bucks killed.

The report is very interesting and covers so many great stats including the Youth Deer Hunt Harvest that indicates that "1,907 deer taken (37% antlerless and 63% antlered deer".

Getting more young hunters in the woods is key to conservation and the longevity of the Greta hunting tradition in New York State. Perhaps New York State will consider allowing for even younger kids to get in on the action in the future.