We welcome discussions about this research with residents in the communities. We will be glad to schedule project presentations for interested community groups. Please contact at the project office (631) 749-0896 if interested. Cooperating private landowners have provided access to locations desirable for deer capture, 4-Poster unit placement, and photo surveys. With permission, research staff dispense bait at the desired site, set up equipment, and continue to bait and monitor the site throughout the trapping season. The duration of trapping in 2009 was from January through April approximately. The 4-Poster devices will be deployed from mid-March through mid-December each year. It is important for people or pets to stay away from these devices, or any deer traps that may be observed.

Community members can help researchers locate deer and determine activity patterns. Important information to record includes the date, time, street address, tag numbers of marked deer, and total number of deer in the group observed. Please report sightings by phone to (631)749-0896.