Every state is different
In the end it's how many deer there are available; how many hunters hunt in the various bow, muzzleloading and gun seasons; how many deer are taken; how many deer are left. And no state matches exactly on all four situations.
Some states have had an increase in hunting opportunities due to the simple fact there are less hunters. Once upon a time PA had rifle, bow and no crossbows; flintlock muzzleloaders; and gun season.
With less hunters they can have the more efficient crossbow and muzzleloaders not flintlock.
In the end it's how many hunters are hunting; how many deer are available. If hunters become too efficient, that will curtail hunting.
Last edited by Valentine; 11-27-2013 at 04:07 PM.