I think they give out too many in zone 3, but not enough in 1 & 2. I see tons of doe in zones 1 & 2 (esp.), but less in 3... Maybe it's just me.
It's been hit or miss out here this season. Guys are either seeing a bunch of deer or nothing at all.
My buddy Eric took 2 hefty 8 w/ the bow in zone 1... first & second week. The first dressed out at 172 and the 2nd was 168 I believe. I think I may have posted these before.
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I will try and post any other of this year's MA deer anyone I know has shot below. Just to share...