South Dakota GFP Offers Programs to Landowners Experiencing Deer Damage

Deep snow and extreme temperatures left their mark across South Dakota in recent weeks, with the most severe areas located in north-central and western South Dakota. These weather conditions have resulted in deer concentrating to form several large herds. With cover and food resources limited, deer herds move into farmyards and storage areas for protection from the weather and to feed, said Keith Fisk, GFPs wildlife damage program administrator. Currently, we are working on over 150 requests from across the state for assistance with deer damage to stored livestock feed. The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) has programs and services available, designed to... READ MORE