Crawford Farms
Deer Hunting
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Deer Hunting
Our deer hunting is limited to archery only and there will be no more than 6 hunters on the
property at one time. The hunting is unguided, however we will do all we can to assist you and
share what we know about what the deer are doing while you are here. There are several
stands (both ladder and hang-on) already up and hunters are also encouraged to bring your
own portable stand or ground blind. A climber stand will often give you the best opportunity.
WE REQUIRE THE USE OF A SAFETY HARNESS IN ANY ABOVE GROUND STAND.
There are many different types of terrain on the farm and therefore different types of hunting
situations. Even though each hunter may find a “favorite” spot on the farm, our past
experiences have proven there is no one “best” place to hunt.
All deer hunting is fair chase (no high fences) and there is no guarantee that you will fill a tag.
Since we raise cattle, there are low fences to deal with but we have found that sometimes
these can work to a hunter’s advantage as the deer often will travel along the fence, creating
travel funnels that can be easily recognized.
We have established guidelines for the minimum age of bucks to be harvested. Our goal is to
allow all bucks to reach the age of at least 3 1/2 years old. We recognize the importance of
harvesting does and establish a target number of does to harvest each year, based on hunter
reports and summer observation of the herd.
Adams County has produced many trophy bucks in the past few years (see NORTH
AMERICAN WHITETAIL MAGAZINE, January, 2007 and November, 2007 issues). Big bucks
like the habitat found in our area. It is not uncommon to observe and have a shot opportunity at
140 to 150+ class bucks on the farm. Much bigger bucks also make our farm part of their core
area. Because of the type of terrain and the amount of food and cover available, hunters need
to bring their best hunting strategies. The trophy buck of a lifetime could step out at any minute.
Most deer hunts are 5 days in length. Hunting sessions begin with arrival on the farm on the
afternoon prior to your scheduled hunt. Departure will be no later than the morning following
the final day of your hunt. Deer hunts are priced per person for the 5 day session. Ohio's
archery season lasts through January. Late season hunts can provide good opportunities to
harvest a big buck due to the amount of feeding opportunities on the property. Late season
hunts can be customized to fit the schedule of a hunting group.
Check out our Trophy Room page for a look at the kind of bucks our hunters have been able to
harvest. Click on any picture to view in more detail.
Our deer hunting is limited to archery only and there will be no more than 6 hunters on the
property at one time. The hunting is unguided, however we will do all we can to assist you and
share what we know about what the deer are doing while you are here. There are several
stands (both ladder and hang-on) already up and hunters are also encouraged to bring your
own portable stand or ground blind. A climber stand will often give you the best opportunity.
WE REQUIRE THE USE OF A SAFETY HARNESS IN ANY ABOVE GROUND STAND.
There are many different types of terrain on the farm and therefore different types of hunting
situations. Even though each hunter may find a “favorite” spot on the farm, our past
experiences have proven there is no one “best” place to hunt.
All deer hunting is fair chase (no high fences) and there is no guarantee that you will fill a tag.
Since we raise cattle, there are low fences to deal with but we have found that sometimes
these can work to a hunter’s advantage as the deer often will travel along the fence, creating
travel funnels that can be easily recognized.
We have established guidelines for the minimum age of bucks to be harvested. Our goal is to
allow all bucks to reach the age of at least 3 1/2 years old. We recognize the importance of
harvesting does and establish a target number of does to harvest each year, based on hunter
reports and summer observation of the herd.
Adams County has produced many trophy bucks in the past few years (see NORTH
AMERICAN WHITETAIL MAGAZINE, January, 2007 and November, 2007 issues). Big bucks
like the habitat found in our area. It is not uncommon to observe and have a shot opportunity at
140 to 150+ class bucks on the farm. Much bigger bucks also make our farm part of their core
area. Because of the type of terrain and the amount of food and cover available, hunters need
to bring their best hunting strategies. The trophy buck of a lifetime could step out at any minute.
Most deer hunts are 5 days in length. Hunting sessions begin with arrival on the farm on the
afternoon prior to your scheduled hunt. Departure will be no later than the morning following
the final day of your hunt. Deer hunts are priced per person for the 5 day session. Ohio's
archery season lasts through January. Late season hunts can provide good opportunities to
harvest a big buck due to the amount of feeding opportunities on the property. Late season
hunts can be customized to fit the schedule of a hunting group.
Check out our Trophy Room page for a look at the kind of bucks our hunters have been able to
harvest. Click on any picture to view in more detail.
