Sporting Rifle

Cull or not to cull

you read this, all deer managers will be looking towards the fast-approaching doe and hind season, and mulling over the 101 things that will need to be addressed to ensure a successful cull. Make no mistake, this is when most of the hard work will be done, and the doe and hind cull is absolutely crucial in maintaining a healthy deer herd. Keeping populations within the ground holding capacity can only be done by controlling the female of the species.

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