In Maryland, the population is expanding at about 0.8 km per year, but appears stable in Virginia. This research project was conducted to describe habitat use of sika deer (Cervus nippon) and white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and possibly attribute the effects of ungulate herbivory to specific deer species, if spatial separation in habitat use could be identified. Most of the sika hunting in this area is centered around Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Maryland, but we had heard of people hunting sika on Assateague Island in Virginia, and so decided to give that a try. From: Willis5. Sika Deer Hunting. I'm headed to the Eastern Shore (Chincoteague) to hunt a Sika deer archery draw hunt this Monday-Wednesday. Hunting. we got two. The vast unspoiled marshes and numerous shallow bays in and around Chincoteague offer prime habitat for Atlantic Brant. Brant are one of the most vocal waterfowl in the area, seldom quiet in flight or at rest. Like we said, there are indeed Sika deer hunting opportunities in the southern Texas and coastal areas near the eastern shores of the United States, but they are not very abundant. During the breeding season, males utter a sound similar to a human scream usually at night. we just got back from chincoteague sika deer hunting. Sika Deer on Assateague Island predatorbow23 2010-01-23T20:50:20-07:00. When hunting Seaducks, you can forget everything you have ever learned about duck hunting. Cut my teeth at ten years old on sika in the swamps and marshes of Dorchester County MD. They love them so much that they often move them to new countries and new continents. Any recommendations on doing a self guided hunt.. William Warren. Congratulations on your success -- those things are getting more scarce each year. When alarmed, sika display the large white rump patch and vocalize a series of chirp-like sounds. Deer hunting is allowed on the refuge in certain areas at certain times of the year. 10-Jan-09. Just wondering if anyone has any onfo on hunting these deer? January 23, 2010 at 8:50 pm. Has anybody hunted the Island of Assateague for the Sika deer? Exotic numbers began to increase rapidly in the 1950's, with the birth of the hunting industry. Posts. The stand sites consist of baited permanent locations as well as portable stands allowing one to move with the rutting stags. Sep 30, 2018 #2 S. Superkodiak38 Senior Member. Chincoteague is my favorite NWR to visit … 2. TEAM MEMBERS WHITETAIL LATEST NEWS Williamson Outfitters is booking hunts for the upcoming waterfowl, whitetail deer, sika deer and turkey seasons on Maryland's Famous Eastern Shore. Oct 28, 2013 - Shop our best deals on 'Sika Deer Running Through Marsh Water, Chincoteague, Virginia' Photographic Print by Medford Taylor at AllPosters.com. Exotic surveys by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department began in the 1960's. Meet the veterans at the Prois Ladi... es Whitetail Hunt - Kelly Reisdorf. White-tailed Deer White-tailed Deer vs. Exotics. The Saxis area is a black duck breeding and wintering area. Dec 5, 2013 - Sika Deer Mature Stag and Spikehorn 817927 Cervus nippon Guard Shore, the southern tract is also open to hunting. Sika are mainly a forest-dwelling deer and prefer the wooded, leafy areas that have a dense understory. Michael Marsh, the next southern most tract, is a refuge closed to hunting. Antler Definitions: a) An antlered white-tailed deer is defined as a deer with two or more points to one antler, or a deer with one antler three or more inches long, measuring from the top of the skull as the deer is in life. North America has no shortage of native deer. Our farms are located in Dorchester County, Maryland and Kent County Maryland. Legal Shooting Hours: One half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset. The sika deer are an invasive species, and therefore compete with native species for resources. The area is famous for its bird watching opportunities. I have never hunted Sika deer and I'm looking for any suggestions, advice, tactics, etc... :helpsmilie: I have the opportuninty since a member of the orginal hunting party had to drop out last minute. People have been hunting and watching deer for millennia. Home › Forums › Campfire Forum › Sika Deer on Assateague Island. For those of us dwelling in North America, there are now suitable hunting populations of Sika deer in Virginia, Maryland, and Texas. Is it possible to DIY or better to go with a outfitters? Canada geese also winter on the marsh. If you have any experience hunting Sika, please let me know about your experience. Think of the blind or boat as your fort and you are there to defend it. Antler Definitions: a ... An antlered sika deer is a deer with at least one antler visible above the hairline 3. Click Here to book your hunt. Some of the larger deer we shoot come from these two Maryland counties. Thanks for any help. The area surrounding Chincoteague Island is well suited for waterfowl hunting. The best hunting opportunities are for waterfowl and deer. That still didn’t stop … I have stumbled on to sika deer hunting in Maryland. From: BigBirdVa. 11-Jan-09. Muddy Marsh Outfitters is a group of dedicated bowhunters catering only to bowhunters. Two sika deer had flushed from the edge of the salt marsh, a good 100 yards away shortly after we settled in and we locked into serious hunting mode—for about 20 minutes anyway. Thier population is out of control, therefore we have the annual hunt to try and reduce the population. Freedom Hunters added a new photo. Hunting the wild Sika deer is a rewarding and fulfilling experience that one will not soon forget. They are smaller than whitetails, with adult males, called stags, typically weighing about 90 pounds and adult females, or hinds, weighing roughly 70 pounds. They decoy well and will often return two or three times to the spread after being shot at. He's asked me to come on the hunt with him and I'm wondering if any fellow bowsiters have been on this hunt or know anything about it. The big ol doe was breathing heavy with her mouth wide. Sikas tend to keep their white spots as adults which are more prominent during summer. The Maryland DNR says that, “Maryland biologists and deer managers first worried that the “miniature elk” would expand into the upland territory of native white-tailed deer. Even if we wanted to we could not eradicate them entirely. DEER HUNTING REGULATIONS 1. MARYLAND WHITETAIL DEER HUNTS & SIKA DEER HUNTING. This year we didn't even fill up all the hunt zones, because people didn't show up for stand by. Joined Sep 18, 2016 Messages 655 Location Maryland. The popularity of sika deer hunting in Maryland has increased markedly over the last decade. Winter Farms Hunting offers Whitetail Deer and Sika deer hunts on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. "There's a buck" I said. I'm from NC and have a friend from VA that was drawn for an upcoming hunt for whitetail and sika deer on Chincoteague Island. The Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge is a 14,000-acre (57 km 2) wildlife preserve operated by the U.S. Growing up, I had spent plenty of time on the beaches and in the forests of Assateague. As with most seaducks and divers, Brant have little natural fear of humans. She was being pushed by something. Hunting. Exotic deer were brought into the Texas Hill County in the 1930s. But the challenge of hunting an exotic deer species in a coastal swamp was alluring. Seaducks come in low and fast, very fast. Better tasting than whitetail! The sika were introduced into Maryland years ago and they have extended their range down the island. Just trying to find out if it's a good hunt or any info you can provide. Nov 12, 2018 - In late April, I spent a couple of days photographing at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia. predatorbow23. Birdwatching. The sika deer, a small Asiatic elk, is even less wary than the whitetails and can be seen at almost any spot where the forest meets the marshes. The challenge of the hunt, their uniqueness as a trophy, and the excellent flavored venison they provide, has resulted in a steadily increasing harvest. Search for: Viewing 10 reply threads. In fact, there are no seasonal restrictions on Sika deer in Texas at this time, meaning you can hunt them year-round. British colonizers introduced a variety of deer species that survive and prosper to this day. And whether you … Thanks, Dan . had a good time . I could just see his antlers above the warm season grasses, he had 4 on one side. Australia and New Zealand, for instance, don’t have any native hoofed mammals. Seaducks have little fear of humans and when the shooting starts the reason will become obvious. Author. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, Chincoteague Island Picture: Sika Deer - Check out Tripadvisor members' 6,553 candid photos and videos of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge About the time those thoughts entered my head, a doe came busting through death alley and Dennis said "Deer". Deer hunters can participate in sika deer hunts on Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. We offer bow hunting, muzzleloader, shotgun, and rifle hunting in Maryland. Thank you for serving. This is traditionally one of the best deer hunting times of the year, with sika in peak rut and whitetails just getting cranked up with pre-rut scraping and rubbing activity. 30-Nov-10. Sika Deer (Cervus nippon) Description & Range: Sika deer are small members of the elk family that have a dark brown to black coat. Williamson Outfitters will provide you with a Hunt to Remember! Sika deer are polygamous with up to 1 male to 12 females. The northern tract is open to hunting. Legal Shooting Hours: One half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset. Sika deer are actually more closely related to the elk than they are to white-tailed deer; thus, their appearance, traits, and general behavior differ somewhat. DEER HUNTING REGULATIONS 1. Local guides offer guided duck and goose hunts using local blinds. Sika deer have a white rump patch that flares outward when alarmed. Fast … More often than not they leave the same way. … Males, aka stags, also have a dark shaggy mane running down their neck. Post count: 5 #4186. 2. USMC, Jessica Reyes US Army, and Shannon McGraw USMC. From: ScottB.