Firearms Deer Season Opens with Mandatory CWD Tests
Firearms deer season begins on November 15 in Missouri, with required Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) tests in ten counties.
CWD is a deadly, infectious disease affecting deer and other members of the deer family, ultimately killing all infected animals.
Affected Counties
- Clark
- Lewis
- Marion
- Ralls
- Scotland
Hunters in these counties must have their harvested deer tested for CWD on November 15 and 16.
CWD eventually kills all that it infects.
Author's summary: Firearms deer season starts November 15 with CWD tests required.