More than a third of the archery harvest occurred on the season's seven Saturdays. The 1998 archery season's two best overall deer harvest weeks for hunters were the first and last, no doubt because participation is typically highest during those weeks. Total harvests in both weeks topped 10,000 deer. It offers less crowded conditions than firearm seasons and deer movements that are easier to pattern. The experience is further sweetened by a backdrop of changing seasons.
Some hunters contend there's no finer time to be in the woods.
Archers may use deer calls, attractant and cover scents, mechanical broadheads and mechanical releases. However, it is illegal to use baits, salt blocks, liquid mineral mixes and transmitter-tracking arrows. Regarding archery tackle, bows are not required to meet a minimum bow weight drawing standard, nor is there a maximum let-off limit. Broadheads also are not required to meet a minimum cutting diameter. Tree stands and climbing devices that cause damage to trees are unlawful to use or occupy unless the user has written permission from the landowner.