That is a shame about the amish folks. They are on their own planet. I am sure there is someone to talk to about it. That just sounds so cruel to corral them and shot away.

That stinks as far as the concept of crop damage permits. There should be some kind of inspection and number of permits based upon acreage, and even a visit to see how the habitat and adjoining habitat is affecting patterns of the deer. I know our hunting property is greatly affected depending on what we plant and where. Depending on which fields are fallow we can predict not only where they will be but how many we anticipate.

As far as not allowing hunting on their property, I don't think it is in anyone other than the landowner's perogative to decide who does what on their land. I know if I had kid's, livestock pets etc I might be reluctant to let hunters other than my close circle on my property. Too many crazies and I think safety of my property comes first.