The 2024 hunting season promises exciting opportunities for hunters across the United States, with extended seasons, innovative gear, and new regulations providing hunters more flexibility and enhanced hunting experiences. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a newcomer to the field, this comprehensive guide will help you navigate the upcoming deer hunting season and explore the latest equipment advancements.
Extended Seasons
Several states have expanded their deer hunting seasons for 2024, offering hunters more opportunities:
Wisconsin
- Extended archery season in Metro Sub-units: September 14, 2024 to January 31, 2025
- Antlerless-Only Holiday Hunt: December 24, 2024 to January 1, 2025
Virginia
- Extended either-sex days: November 18, 2024 to January 6, 2025
- NOVA Late Archery season: Starting April 1, 2024
Michigan
- Extended archery season through January 31, 2025 in select counties
- Late antlerless firearm season: January 2-12, 2025
New York
- Suffolk County bow hunting: October 1, 2024 to January 31, 2025
- Southern Zone late bow and muzzleloading: December 26 to January 1, 2025
Detailed State Hunting Seasons
New York
- Northern Zone
- Early Bowhunting: September 27 - October 25
- Crossbow: October 16 - 25
- Regular Season: October 26 - December 8
- Late Bowhunting: December 9 - 15
- Southern Zone
- Early Bowhunting: October 1 - November 15
- Crossbow: November 2 - 15
- Regular Season: November 16 - December 8
- Late Bowhunting: December 9 - 17 and December 26 - January 1, 2025
Texas
- White-tailed Deer
- North Zone: November 2, 2024 - January 5, 2025
- South Zone: November 2, 2024 - January 19, 2025
- Special Late (North): January 6-19, 2025
- Special Late (South): January 20 - February 2, 2025
Wisconsin
- Archery and Crossbow: September 14, 2024 - January 5, 2025
- Gun Season: November 23 - December 1
- Muzzleloader: December 2 - 11
Virginia
- Early Archery (Statewide): October 7, 2024
- Firearms Deer Seasons: November 18, 2024 - January 6, 2025
New Hunting Gear for 2024
Optics and Cameras
- Stealth Cam Revolver Pro 360 Cellular Trail Camera
- Buck Ops Buknoculars with PrimeTime Color Vision technology
Hunting Packs
- Mystery Ranch Metcalf 75 Pack
- Twisted Iron Hunting Tetrad Ultimate Duffel Bag
Accessories
- ACE Schakal Concealed Carry Bag
- Crossbow Spider hands-free carrier
- Forloh Method Bino Harness
- Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph
Important Reminders
- Always check local regulations before hunting
- Verify specific bag limits and hunting methods
- Prioritize safety and ethical hunting practices
By staying informed about season dates, regulations, and leveraging new hunting technologies, you can make the most of the 2024 hunting season. Happy hunting!
