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Wisconsin deer hunter wildlife survey

Doe in winter

 

To better understand the relative abundance and distribution of deer in the state, the DNR is developing a long-term database of deer hunter observation data. Past efforts have provided the agency with valuable information for managing deer.

How to participate

The survey period is Sept. 14 - Jan. 5. You can help with this survey by recording the following from your deer hunting trips:

  • date hunted;
  • number of hours hunted;
  • county;
  • zone (map);
  • land type;
  • weather conditions; and
  • type and number of deer.

Submit data

Observations can be reported by smartphone, desktop or mail. Select a method below for further instructions.

Smartphone

Observations are collected using the Survey123 app. Currently on your smartphone? Use this direct link instead of steps 1-3 below to install the survey.

Step 1) Download and install Survey123 on your device. Go to Google Play (Android) or DNR App Catalog (iOS) to install.

  • Note: after installation, the app may open and ask you to log in. Close the app and go to step 2.

Step 2) Scan the QR code below with the phone's camera and click on the link that appears, or open Survey123 and use the QR code reader in the Search bar. This will load and open the Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey in Survey123. If prompted to log in, click 'Continue without signing in' to proceed.

Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey QR Code

Step 3) Once the survey is installed, go to the X at the top left of the screen, then select "Close survey and lose changes." The Survey123 app and Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey are now loaded onto your phone and ready for you to record your observations. Upon your next sighting, open Survey123 and the Deer Hunter Wildlife Survey to record your sighting.

  • You can use your phone's GPS to record your sighting location or the map to pin your sightings.

** DO NOT use the app while driving! **

Desktop

Use the link below to enter survey data (use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge):

Mail

Observations are collected using the tally sheet and mailed to Paul Frater at the end of the month.

Paul Frater
2801 Progress Rd.
Madison, WI 53716

It is essential that all of your deer hunting efforts be recorded, even if no deer are seen.

Additional Information

Trail camera photos wanted

If you have trail camera photos of the following animals: cougar, lynx, moose, wolf, or wolverine, please submit them to wildlife management.