A controlled, managed deer hunt (not a recreational hunt) is currently in progress at the Plainsboro Preserve.   The deer harvest is being conducted as a result of significant damage to vegetation at the Preserve caused by the overpopulation of deer.   The managed hunt, is a limited hunt, by permit only and is not open to the general public.

The Preserve will remain OPEN to the public on the following dates during which BOW hunting only will take place: 

               September 29

               October 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 22, 25, 27 and 29

               November 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17 and 29 

               December 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 and 31 

               January 1, 3

               February 11 and 14

Patrons are asked to avoid unmarked trails and to wear bright colors when using the Preserve.  

The Preserve is CLOSED to the public on the following dates during which FIREARM AND BOW hunting will take place:

               November 19, 26 and 27 

               December 12, 13 and 14

               January 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28 and 31

               February 2, 4, 7 and 9