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Re: Warning to deer hunters
Studies were done by Wisconsin DNR. Deer carcasses are moved all over the state during gun deer season. By quartering deer in the field, it limits the risk of transmission of CWD via carcasses.
The entire issue of disposal is complicated. Some counties do not have the proper setup for disposing deer carcasses. Adams County, where I live does.
DATCP is of the opinion that it is 20 years too late to control CWD. DNR sees value in controlling the disease.
I like venison. The CWD hotspot in our county is not near where I hunt. But getting tested is the new policy for our house. Testing is free.
The number of hunters in Wisconsin is on decline due to a cultural shift away from outdoor activities. CWD does not help nurture the hunting tradition.
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