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For Immediate Release: February 3, 2005

Vermont Public Television Deer Discussion - Monday Night

WATERBURY, VT - Tune in Monday night, February 7, at 9:00 p.m. for Vermont Public Television's live one-hour discussion on Vermont's deer herd.

"Vermont's Deer Debate: An "Outdoor Journal" Special" looks at the Fish & Wildlife Department's proposals for managing the state's deer herd. Program host, Lawrence Pyne will discuss the pros and cons of the proposed changes to hunting rules with Fish & Wildlife Commissioner Wayne Laroche, Wildlife Director Craig McLaughlin, and Dennis Jensen who is outdoor editor for the Sunday Rutland Herald and Barre-Montpelier Times Argus.

Viewers will be invited to call a toll-free number announced during the program with their questions and comments.

"Vermont's Deer Debate: An "Outdoor Journal" Special" is intended to foster viewer's involvement in civic affairs.

The Fish & Wildlife Board will hold four public hearings on the proposed deer regulation at locations around the state in February. A list of times and places can be found on Fish & Wildlife's website ( www.vtfishandwildlife.com ).