What You Can Do to Prevent a Crash
* Stay aware, awake, alert and sober.
* Safety belts are your best defense in any collision.
* Be especially alert in spring and fall, but keep in mind that car-deer crashes occur year-round.
* Heed deer crossing and speed limit signs.
* Deer are herd animals and frequently travel in single file. If you see one deer cross the road, chances are there are more waiting. If you see one, slow down.
* Be especially alert for deer at dawn and dusk.
* Don’t rely on gimmicks. Flashing your high-beam headlights or honking your horn won’t deter deer.

If a Crash is Unavoidable
* Don’t swerve!
* Brake firmly.
* Hold onto the steering wheel
* Stay in your lane
* Bring your vehicle to a controlled stop

After a Crash
* Pull off the road. Turn on your emergency flashers and be cautious of other traffic if you leave your vehicle.
* Don’t attempt to remove a deer from the roadway unless you are convinced it is dead. An injured deer’s sharp hooves can easily hurt you.
* Report a crash to the nearest police agency and your insurance company. Car-deer crashes are typically covered by the comprehensive portion of your insurance policy and should not adversely impact your rates.
* Police or DNR conservation officers may issue you a permit to keep the deer.
Source: Michigan Deer Crash Coalition