From , a five-day extension was open only in specific WMUs (2B, 5C, and 5D) for flintlock hunters to harvest antlerless deer with a valid DMAP permit.
In 2017, Pennsylvania offered a two-tiered muzzleloader season, designed to accommodate both traditional flintlock enthusiasts and hunters using modern in-line muzzleloaders. The seasons were split between the late archery season and a standalone antlerless period. pa muzzleloader season 2017
This short, specialized season targeted antlerless deer (does) and ran from . It was exclusive to flintlock and percussion-cap muzzleloaders . Hunters could use iron, peep, or fiber-optic open sights (no scopes) and had to wear the required fluorescent orange. A valid general hunting license and an antlerless deer license (valid for the specific Wildlife Management Unit) were mandatory. From , a five-day extension was open only