Local News Apply for Missouri managed deer hunts starting July 1 Beginning July 1, deer hunters can apply online through the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for a shot at more than 100 managed deer hunts throughout the state this fall and winter. Jun. 28 2021 @ 11:05pm Deer hunters in Missouri killed 14,555 deer during the alternative-methods portion of the firearms deer season, Dec. 26, 2020, through Jan. 5, 2021. Photo by Missouri Department of Conservation Beginning July 1, deer hunters can apply online through the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for a shot at more than 100 managed deer hunts throughout the state this fall and winter. MDC offers managed deer hunts for archery, muzzleloading, crossbow and modern firearms from mid-September through mid-January at conservation areas, state and other parks, national wildlife refuges and other public areas. Some managed deer hunts are held specifically for youths or for people with disabilities.