Fall Forest Closures for Deer Herd Reduction Announced

The Office of the Duke Forest would like to announce that our 12^th annual deer herd reduction program will commence on September 23^rd and end on December 13^th, 2019.  During this time, the Durham, Korstian, and Blackwood Divisions are closed to public access and for all recreation Monday through Friday.  Saturdays and Sundays are open for normal use.

Please refer to the 2019 Deer Management Notice and our page about Wildlife Management for more information.

Please find results from the 2018 deer herd reduction program here: 2018 Deer Herd Reduction – Season Summary.