Deer hunting season opens Wednesday

? The regular firearms deer hunting season in Kansas opens Wednesday.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism says on its website the season runs through Dec. 9.

Hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. Hunters need a deer permit and a Kansas hunting license unless they qualify for an exemption.

The department also reminds hunters that they must tag their deer before moving the carcass from the kill site.