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Old 08-22-2013, 07:09 PM
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Murdy
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Starved Rock is decent, but I believe it's antlerless only until November (and earn-a-buck for gun season, but it's a fairly easy site to walk on to if you don't have a tag (they distribute any unclaimed tags at 5 a.m. at most state sites)). But if you're going to drive 2+ hours, I'd look to south east and south central Wisconsin (especially if you are paying nonresident rates). Look west of Janesville/Madison, or around Portage (which is a little north of Madison). Wisconsin has a deal where if you are a first-time hunter there, your license is half price.
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