Hunting and Wildlife Management

Since 2017, Raritan Township has allowed regulated bow hunting on designated Open Space parcels as a method for managing the deer population. Hunting as a wildlife management technique supports the protection of the natural environment, fosters a diverse ecosystem, and helps to ensure that the land we enjoy today will remain healthy for future generations. The Township currently allows regulated bow hunting of deer on the following Open Space parcels:

• Assiscong Creek Preserve – Cherryville Hollow
• Assiscong Creek Preserve – Highpoint
• Assiscong Creek Preserve – Urbach
• Back Brook Preserve – Erich/Salamon
• Brownstein Preserve
• Dayton Road Preserve
• Hardscrabble Road Preserve
• Neshanic River Preserve – Eden
• Neshanic River Preserve – Harmony School
• Plum Brook Preserve
• Thomason Preserve
• Walnut Brook Preserve – Barton Hollow
• Walnut Brook Preserve – Thatchers Hill

Bow hunting activities are allowed only with the express permission of the Township of Raritan, and only in strict compliance with the Township's deer management rules. Licenses to hunt on particular properties are issued through a fair and open bidding process, with preference given to residents of Raritan Township.

For more information, please click on the following link: 
Deer Management Rules, Regulations and Waivers