While some areas of Illinois did not get the greatest hunting weather, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced deer taken during this year's firearm hunt were up. 

On the WHOW Morning Show Monday, DNR Conservation Police Capt. John Williamson told Regional Radio around 6,000 more deer were harvested this year compared to last year.

From a game warden standpoint, Capt. Williamson says it was overall a quiet year for his staff from a response standpoint although there were a few things they dealt with at points this fall.

Tree stand safety has been a high priority for DNR officials in the last few years. Capt. Williamson indicates they didn't have any issues with tree stands in central Illinois.

Capt. Williamson is retiring at the end of the year.