Saturday marks the start of firearm deer hunting season in Michigan, and thousands of hunters are expected to take to the woods for the annual tradition.

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According to the Michigan DNR, there has been a 3% increase in the number of hunting licenses compared to last year.

For many, it's more than just sport.

"Every year, it's tradition," Zach Yeokum said.

"I'm excited. I've been hunting 15 to 20 years, something like that," Dean Coulter said.

This is the 131st firearm deer hunting season and it will run through the end of November. Those heading out to their blinds are gearing up.

"I am excited as always. I am making sure I've got good ammo and my weapons are sighted in," Richard Simpson said.

Simpson has been hunting for 61 years. He calls it a

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