Know Your Target: Don’t Accidentally Shoot Elk This Hunting Season

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to know their target and understand the difference between elk and white-tailed deer this hunting season.

Elk occasionally venture outside of Wisconsin’s Northern and Central Elk Management Zones, especially during the fall breeding season. Wisconsin’s Northern Elk Zone utilizes portions of Ashland, Bayfield, Price, Rusk and Sawyer counties and the Central Elk Zone includes a portion of Jackson County.

Positively identifying the target ensures the safety of other people and avoids accidental shooting of non-target animals.

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