The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources launched an online survey this week to gain deer hunters’ input on proposed changes to the 2011-2012 deer season. The Web-based survey will remain open through February 28. 

The Web link to the online survey is posted on the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Internet site, fw.ky.gov. Look for “Online Survey on Proposed Deer Season Changes” on the home page. 

The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission — the board that sets fish and wildlife regulations — has proposed adding six antlered-only deer hunting days to the end of modern firearm season for counties in deer Zones 3 and 4. 

This proposal would allow more buck hunting opportunity in select counties, but would add no additional days of antlerless harvest. The number of days that hunters could pursue antlered deer would increase from 10 to 16 in Zone 3 and 4 counties. The proposed change would not adversely affect doe numbers and fawn production. 

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources manages, regulates, enforces and promotes responsible use of all fish and wildlife species, their habitats, public wildlife areas and waterways for the benefit of those resources and for public enjoyment. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is an agency of the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet. For more information on the department, visit our website at fw.ky.gov.