Maine Deer Hunting Q&A
Q. Is is true that Maine's Deer population is low ?
Yes and No... Compared to some states yes but, it is important to understand that hunters don't come to Maine to see a whole bunch of deer. If you want to see 20 -30 deer a day, you need to go someplace that they come to a feeder. If you want to actually hunt big bucks, come to Maine for the opportunity to match wits with the toughest , smartest and biggest Whiteail deer iin the country. Maine's average 4 ½ yr old buck weighs in excess of 200 lbs. Many of it's 3 ½ year olds do as well & some 300 lb ( on the hoof ) monsters are tagged yearly.
Q. When is the deer season?
The season dates vary from year to year by a few days. For Maine deer hunting season dates, laws, regulations, registrations and online licenses go to: www.mefishwildlife.com
Q. How do I get my license?
It is best if you purchase your license on~line before you arrive. You will need the Maine Big Game License. You can do this at the states web site: www.mefishwildlife.com. utilizing the “ MOSES” program.
Q. What are your hunting methods?
Whatever your preferred method of hunting is. You can either sit in one of our many stands or blinds watching over known buck corridors, or if you like you can still hunt or track on your own or you can track / still hunt 1x1 with a guide.
Q. What is the total cost of the hunt?
The rate depends on the hunt please see deer page.
Q. How many hunters per guide?
We offer 1x1, 2x1 and 3x1 hunts.
Q. Are taxidermy services available?
If you choose to use a taxidermist here in Maine, we do have one we can refer you to.
Q. What kind of weather can I expect?
Temps can be anywhere from single digits to the mid to upper 50's depending on the week you come. There may be rain or snow. Come prepared for all.
Q. What are the best clothes to wear for Maine Deer hunting?
The best hunting clothes to wear for deer season in Maine is wool. (<--Thats a period) especially if you are walking. Why... you ask? Wool is about as quiet a material as you can possibly wear and the best part is it keeps you warm. And when it gets wet or even frozen, it still keeps you warm (COTTON KILLS). Stand hunters can get away with other, newer materials to keep warm, but for tracking or still hunting in Maine, wool is the way to go.
Here is what I wear every day in the woods in November, December and also through winter Rabbit hunting & ice fishing.
I know these choices are on the expensive side but I make my living in the woods and I found these products serve me the best in every kind of weather plus they last for years. There are less expensive alternatives out there, just as long as it' wool....Johnson & Codet & make decent, less expensive wool clothing.
My top choices...
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Thermal under garments (I use Duofold Merino wool / polypro blend)
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Wool socks (any 100% good wool sock)
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Wool pants (I choose Filson pants simply because they are tough & they last)
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Light wool shirt (for walking) I love this Filson shirt. I wear it every day. On warm days I throw an orange vest on over this shirt and go. See pic on top of Deer page.
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Heavier wool shirt (for sitting) (When tracking in temps near zero, I'll add a wool sweater to my shirt and jacshirt)
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Light wool jacket (for walking) (I like Johnson wool Jacshirt ) A great place to buy them online --> Bishops store
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Heavy wool coat (for sitting.. Can't beat the Filson double Mackinaw cruiser)
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18” rubber boots... lightly insulated for cold days or un-insulated for warmer days (for walking, I use Lacrosse)
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Heavily insulated boots (for sitting)
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A blaze orange hat and vest is required for deer (Rifle & Muzzle loader) season. The vest or coat can be a camo blaze orange, but the hat must be solid orange. (a logo on the front of the hat is ok....)
These items are what I wear every day and have learned from over 35 years of hunting the Maine woods that this is the most comfortable way to go, no matter what the weather.
When you book a hunt with EMGS we will send you a complete “things to bring” list. These brands above are just recommendations and by no means required.
