The Virginia deer, also known as the white-tailed deer, is native to North, Central and South America. It was introduced to some European countries in the second half of the 19th century and the early 20th century. In many countries, such as Austria, the attempt was unsuccessful and there are no longer any Virginia deer. In the Czech Republic, however, Virginia deer from Canada were introduced several times in the second half of the 19th century in fenced areas. Some deer escaped from one of these areas into the surrounding free range, establishing a population that still exists today, numbering around 700. This is the only place in Europe with a significant population of Virginia deer in free range outside of Finland, which currently has over 100,000 white tailed deer. In addition to these free range, in the Czech Republic organised hunting days take place in several fenced areas ranging from 80 to 500 hectares, where white tailed stags with medals trophies – also gold - can be hunted. The hunting season runs from 1 September to 31 December. In free range, the recommended hunting period is November, during the rutting season. You can find some offers for both free range and fenced areas by opening the PDF at the bottom of the page.