New England's 2007 Deer Outlook -- Part 2: Where To Find Our Biggest Bucks
For more information, contact the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05671-0501.
RHODE ISLAND
After a poor trophy-buck year in 2005, Little Rhody rebounded nicely in 2006, setting a new state record for archery typicals.
In Newport County, Stephen Ponte arrowed a 172 7/8-inch gross and 166 6/8-inch net Pope and Young 10-pointer that is the new No. 1 all-time typical in the state.
During the last three seasons, Washington and Providence counties produced most of the state's trophy bucks, including several that score over 160.
Muzzleloader hunters have a unique opportunity to hunt during the rut (the season runs through most of November). So it's no surprise that Rhode Island produces more muzzleloader record-book entries than any other state in New England!
For more information, contact the Rhode Island Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, 4808 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield, RI 02879.
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