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HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) -- Permits are on sale now for the Deer Management Assistance Program in Pennsylvania's state parks and forests.

“White-tailed deer play an important role in our forest ecosystems, but when populations grow too large, they can hinder regeneration and impact overall forest health,” said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. “Our state forest and state park staff regularly monitor habitat conditions and use science-based data to guide where and how DMAP is implemented. This program helps us maintain a healthy balance between sustaining deer populations and ensuring long-term forest vitality.”

The program offers 28,607 permits in 95 units, including more than 1.2 Million acres of land, 27 state park

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