John Windau of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife expects as many as 85,000 deer to be taken by the 420,000 hunters who'll be out next week.

Deer-gun season is a big deal in Ohio. Windau says that hunters contribute $266 million to the state's economy each fall through the purchase of fuel, food, lodging and equipment. The white-tailed deer is Ohio's most popular game animal.

It's also a dangerous time of year, with the expectation that there will be injuries, even deaths. Windau reminds hunters to wear blaze orange, and always keep an eye on what's around their intended target and beyond. In addition, hunters who are in tree stands should consider wearing a safety harness in case they fall.

The deer-gun season runs through Sunday, December 2nd, and includes an extra weekend of hunting December 15th-16th.