I’m in west central Missouri. About an hour and 15 minutes east of Kansas City.
Definitely loaded with deer. I learned that squirrel hunting last year. There are a couple spots I can rifle hunt nearby but I only recently found out about them and none interest me.
I’d much rather hunt Truman or another real good spot I’m not gonna point out on line! But these places only allow muzzle loader or bow for deer.
So, here's a tip - Missouri Conservation Commission's managed deer hunts are a great way to go for primitive weapons. Check out the Missouri Department of Conservation's website and/or pick up their brochures where ever permits are sold (Wally World, etc.)
Some of the managed hunts are to cull herds, some are to simply limit the number of hunters because the area is so popular. There is a difference. Unfortunately (please check this out) I think the signup period for most managed hunts may be over for this year. Some years, if not enough deer are culled, some areas have been re-opened for later in the year.
Now that archery season opens in a few days, bow hunters will be hitting the public hunting areas. You can deer hunt in Missouri from September 15 'til January with something (bows, crossbows, spears, airguns, M/L's, rifles, pistols, shotguns depending on when/where).
If you do not do some pre-hunt scouting, your chances will go way down. Many landowners will give you permission to hunt with a muzzle loader who turn down those using modern firearms. Where you live is prime deer hunting, start right now, not three weeks from now and you'll have better luck. Glad to have you in Missouri.
Good luck!
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