Maine Whitetail Deer Hunting Information

Preferred equipment: Rifle 3006 or similar. Three common rifles used to hunt Maine Whitetail Deer are (1) 3006, (2) 308, (3) 270. Suggested optics range from open sight, aim point (or similar), to fixed or variable scopes 1.5 to 9. The average shot is approximately 50 yards, therefore the equipment you are most comfortable with, will in most cases be adequate.

Clothing:  As a hunter you should realize that your clothing is a very important part of a hunt. We recommend layering with wool as an outer layer or some similar quiet fabric. It goes without saying that consideration of your feet and hands is important as well. Warm or insulated gloves and boots are suggested.

If you have any questions concerning your equipment or clothing requirements please contact us.

Season Breakdown: The following season breakdowns are done to give you a general idea of what to expect in an average hunting season.

First week: few hunters, deer movement determined by the weather, the weather is unpredictable it may be warm or cold it may rain or snow. (Be prepared for all conditions.)

Second & third week: deer movement increases, weather will turn cold and snow becomes a possibility.

Fourth week: (Thanksgiving) peak of the rut in northern Maine, deer movement is at its best. Snow is likely, and the weather is cold.

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