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Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Deer in 24 States

Chronic wasting disease has been found in wild deer, elk and moose in 24 states, and hunters should avoid handling or eating potentially infected meat, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned. The agency said that animals with the disease — which affects the central nervous system — can experience severe weight loss,… Read More: Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Deer in 24 States »

Thanksgiving Deer Hunt? Sounds Like a Great Time to Talk to the Kids About Guns

We were finalizing our travel plans for Thanksgiving, which we spend with my family in Vermont. Our 13-year-old son, who usually loves going, was hesitant about the trip this year, but he wouldn’t say why. So, we asked his older sister to investigate; they’re close. She told us his reluctance has to do with a… Read More: Thanksgiving Deer Hunt? Sounds Like a Great Time to Talk… »