shed antlers

[wilcam47]

I have 3 bucks in the conservation easement behind my house with racks on. Big boys too. I found what appear to be a matching set last spring around April. I will annotate to ensure I comply with DNR. I have been scoping the easement area where they all have been bedding down to see if I find any more. I'm really hoping to fine half of the 8 or 10 pointers. Good luck to all.

I may be wrong but I thought the only time you need to talk to DNR is if its attached to a skull?

 

[cpc1027]

Did anyone ever find anything out about the laws governing antlers attached to skulls? I found an 8 point that was mostly decomposed while I was fishing, and if it's legal, I want to go back and cut the antlers off for a co-worker who wants to make a display. I don't want to get on the bad side of DNR though, I like my outdoor activities too much...

 

[wilcam47]

Best thing to do is contact DNR by phone and talk to someone. I looked but I couldnt find anything specific, for MD.