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Rokslide forum mule deer The deadline is past for 2024 but next year would be possible. There is a helpful thread from @idahohikker Oct 10, 2024 · My last few years of deer hunting I’ve been killing a lot of mule deer between the ages of 3 to 9. Blessed to have 250K+ of private to hunt, very rarely hunt more then opening weekend, our group has been 7for7 on opening weekend for the last 7-8 years? Private land is easy to come by if you put in the effort, and don’t have a 360 or 206 area code. Are you trying to hunt these areas specifically? If not I would look at other areas that hold more Dec 3, 2017 · A buddy and I did a spring bear hunt in unit 10 a few years ago. My NR hunting philosophy was that of a trophy hunter - got my 1 trophy muley and am now not killing any more mule deer. Feeding, bedding, elevation, tactics, whatever you wish to share for those that have hunted both, and maybe some lessons learned. Never really done a DIY backpack/ fly-in style hunt. I attended a really interesting meeting up in Region 1 held by FWP on the mule deer population: - Though down from their 1980s peak, mule deer numbers in Region 1 have been stable for the past decade+ Mar 22, 2016 · Hey guys, was suggested the Hornady Superformance SST 162 grain last year by my local shop and it grouped well. I would like to not have to shoot a premium bullet Jul 2, 2020 · Hey need some ideas and help. Our forum posting rules are very simple: no whining, crying, sobbing, sniveling, sulking, bickering, slandering, name-calling, complaining, smart Oct 3, 2013 · Mule deer tag for the area I hunt takes 2-4 years for me to draw. if you Come back hamper your expectations and look for an experience not a trophy. However, I know of a couple guys who found some really good ones on public, just off a major highway. May 15, 2013 · I'm looking through some Mule Deer migration study maps to see winter/summer areas and migration corridors. I found that on day 1. We really like the outfitter and he does elk hunts too, but not mule deer. Collectable for a new born? Latest: Bowhuntone; The Intersection of Hunting Big Mule Deer & Big Whitetail. It wasn't huntable and after one day I packed up and went to my second spot. Jun 21, 2024 #17 Aug 31, 2019 · Although you should gain a little on the mass measurement with eye guards, from my understanding a mule deer gets 4 mass measurements no matter what. Joined Jul 5, 2018 Messages 1,207 Location Welcome to the forum. Welcome to the forum. I was raised on mule deer so I actually enjoy the taste. Dec 14, 2020 · It's terrible all Mule deer hunting is terrible in Oregon why do you think they went archery draw. Holders may not hunt Antlered Buck Mule Deer in any other HD. These pockets can be miles apart. From the city off 70 there are trails that take you up to the top. They started doing bonus points a couple years ago for non res archery any deer. Here's a thought. literally hundreds of thousands of people will probably see it when its tied to a unit number. Jan 8, 2022 · I know its on here a lot, but I'm hoping for some up to date info and comments, so here goes: I'm looking for a DIY hunt next fall on some ground I can find a place to myself and have a reasonable chance at success. Nov 20, 2022 · I could find deer like this but I've no desire to kill these bucks. Apr 22, 2020 · True minerals will have minerals, trace minerals and vitamins that a deer need. I'd have maybe lowered my standards for a whitetail because I prefer them for the table but I'm not a meat hunter when it comes to mule deer. With results for this year just around the corner, an 0pts in the lottery I’m not crazy enough to think I’ll sustainably pull that tag, might even be out 1-2 years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Aug 1, 2024 · Found my proverbial white whale, I'm ~250 pounds for scale. 25% of tag holders (or something along those lines). He killed what are likely to be the top 3 deer taken in Nevada last year. Thats when you really smell it. Forums, Articles, Photos, Tips, Information. I. Elk im killing the first legal one. This is through the spotter. Aug 13, 2024 · Hard to say, but it's a fact that they will migrate down from that elevation, and I would expect if a significant weather event moves in they won't hang for long. After the winter kill of 2022, I was glad to see the amount of deer in the area, especially the young bucks. Sep 28, 2023 · The argument for if the 135” deer on the west side of the PCT is a Blacktail or a Mule deer or “Benchleg” is endless. Facebook Twitter Rokslide Classifieds. There is about 2-3 inches of snow on the ground from a few days ago, so it’s been easy to see coyote and rabbit tracks, but no deer sign. First year I took a nice 28 inch wide buck. jcodyc40 May 18, 2020 · Just new to Idaho, not mule deer hunting in the west. We are planning on backpacking in 3 to 5 miles give or take a few depending on finding some deer. Keeps opportunity, protects the younger deer allowing for some quality, spreads out hunting pressure and still gives great odds of having a rut hunt and good chance at older deer for the average hunter. Mar 21, 2020 · Get a big(ger) boat and keep an eye on the wind. If you start there, you will have less ground shrinkage if your other guesses are wrong. Welcome to rokslide, where every gear question gets beat to death and then asked again. Nov 7, 2024 · Typically like to kill them up high, but with incredibly low mule deer numbers in our part of the country (NW Wyoming) I waited and killed a cool buck that came down off the mountain. But cook enough for leftovers. 74 is pretty rugged and has elevations from 6k-13k. WT or Mule deer Nov 1 - Nov 9. He and a friend spent over 3 weeks between scouting a Dec 14, 2024 · Just wanted to see if it was realistic to apply for a mule deer rifle hunt with 3 guys as a non-residents in any state. Apr 8, 2023 · Many units (mule deer) close for the 2024 season by end of Aug-early Sept archery deer season if established harvest quotas are achieved. If you could get ahold of some sheds or old dead heads. I’m curious on different strategies to find bucks, I’m of the opinion this is a tough time of year. Looked at a bunch of 1-3 yo bucks and does. The buck stopped broadside and just staired right at me. any suggestions? Apr 6, 2013 · Hunting Forums. Wanting to apply for mule deer as well but good draw odds and a decent unit, by far not a trophy hunter. I looked at the data published by Idaho Fish and Game and I think the hunter success rate for the unit was something like 10%. I was the only one that killed out of 3 in camp once and the only one in 4 the other. I killed a buck each time 170-180 range not the 200' monter I hoped to. Archery season is almost here, so post those Nevada bucks you've seen in 2024. I’m in between Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming. My buddy and I got a wild hair and are heading to Unit 53a to chase mule deer in South Dakota next weekend. Still can't believe number got pulled there. That'll get ya started anyway. Rut activity was pretty much wide open. I'm in the "find a decent representative buck" stage. I suppose the difference is mule deer are 10 minutes from home. Oct 4, 2024 · So, I am going rifle hunting this weekend with a buck mule deer tag in the high desert mountains East of Bakersfield, CA. It would also likely require their state vet to run rump fat estimates with an ultrasound. Plenty of decent rifle hunts in CO that you could draw with 0 pts that I'd take over some of those other states as far as potential for a quality deer. mule deer 1. Thus, congregating more hunter pressure into less units. I was in a few miles deep, which is hard to do in SD. I’m looking to go on a mile deer hunt soon. was hoping for first serve first come caps. Plan on deboning on the spot, should be plenty of bag right? Or should I grab 3 of the BO bags? Never packed a Muley before. We are looking at a cheaper trip this year being one of us has the Jul 17, 2021 · Same tactics apply to mule deer. Here's the reality though. What we do have in our favor is the weather. Looking for suggestions for a bullet for my new Bergara 308. Jun 8, 2021 · Good morning all, First time poster here so thanks in advance for any insights that are provided. Jun 19, 2024 · Hunting Forums. 300 wsm. Even if they are white, you could spray paint them brown. Is it worth trying to find a leftover cow tag or something for another unit that might Nov 21, 2023 · The majority of our Mule Deer hunting to date has been MT hunting where you are shooting 140-150" class mule deer which is totally fine. PNG. Rokslide Classifieds. Guides, Outfitters, Hunts, Tags. Lots of private land but lots of public land just have to get off the road and find them. Oct 27, 2016 · Hunting Forums. My best success with whitetails is when I dig a hole in the ground and mix the minerals in with the soil and then pour some water over the top of it. I currently have the Nikon ed50 for a spotter. 10-14” bigger mass measurements with eye guards would be dang near impossible. Jan 29, 2024 · I have killed deer both times but can't recommend either outfitter. Last time I checked straight odds were in the 30%-40% range to draw an archery tag. As such, WeiserBucks is correct, and I have seen the data from collared deer to prove it. Feb 25, 2012 · The 2024 Best Buck Mule Deer Photo Contest by Kryptek is back! This time with a $1,000 Kryptek Store Gift Card (lookie see all you could buy here) For 2nd place, long-time sponsor Phone Skope stepped up with a great prize package: -Phone Skope Case -Phone Skope C3 Optic Adapter -Phone Feb 13, 2018 · I've been to Region G in Wyo. My past experience in CA has shown me that the cattle have pretty minimal impact on deer, last year I watched a nice bachelor group of 6-7 bucks feed and bed down within 100 yards of some Jan 2, 2024 · My son took his first ever deer (doe) and first ever buck this year in the Texas Panhandle. Am relatively inexperienced, and when I was planning on going this hunt months ago, I thought going deer hunting in early October would be great. Lately I find myself in the mature bucks only camp. Thanks. Dec 11, 2023 · Lots of antelope, but not a single deer in something like 50 days of hunting and scouting. We have not been applying for a unit just points as we are thinking two units 128 and 130. Aug 30, 2019 · Drew a muzzleloader tag for deer and trying to get off the beaten path but not into horses or outfitters if we can help it. Much of the BLM did not have great forage and water sources. Hunting western style will make you a better hunter. Jul 11, 2013 · Colorado 4th season from 11/22/2025. Feb 8, 2021 · I believe this season is post rut and I haven’t been able to find much content on Rokslide or YouTube on post rut tactics. I don;t have any late info about deer. Facebook Twitter youtube Instagram Contact us RSS. Search the "mule deer" section. Apr 21, 2023 · Antlerless mule deer tags should be done away with entirely, and antlerless whitetail tags should be given out like candy, statewide. Elevation is mostly above 11k, found a few places we could camp 10,750 or so. View attachment 742862 View attachment 742863 View attachment 742864 View attachment 742865 Aug 24, 2020 · Hello Roksliders, I was fortunate enough to snag a damn good size buck on game camera here in southern Oregon, and I am curious if it is a mule deer or a black tail. Then archery hunters with OTC archery tags will move to those units open in December. I’m going to try the Barnes TTSX on the 6. On average deer densities are a lot higher than the high alpine country I've been to in Colo. Mountain mulie anyway. our mule deer are a shadow of what they were even 5 years ago. From what I've seen in G the deer head down into the trees after the first few days of opening rifle. May 22, 2020 · You, me, and 99% of the hunters out there would like to find places with less people. Sep 18, 2024 · Mule Deer Tactics: From early-season strategies to late-season stalking, hunters offer advice on how to bag a mule deer in different regions. Noone talks a out the smell. Jan 29, 2014 · My friend's Uncle a few years ago decided he would like to come out to Colorado for a mule deer hunt. I think a few B and C bucks have been taken in d6 but probably on the Anderson flat migration hunt for deer coming down from the park. A hunter can learn from books related to any deer species that can cross over to your mule deer hunting. Featured Video. Even though the odds are long we did not want to chance drawing and then not having the time to dedicate ourselves for this once in a lifetime hunt. If you have seen similar projects or have ideas I would appreciate Dec 15, 2018 · Look toward UT. Thinking about going central/east. He made two excellent shots. Threads 352,223 Messages 3,712,675 May 11, 2020 · Let's talk differences in desert vs mountain mule deer. Deer are down. Jun 25, 2019 · Last year the deer herd was below their objective number. In 2017, during the 9 days of my hunt, I saw ~500 deer and over 50 bucks before I found a shooter. Minerals are not cheap but a 50# bag will last a while. The later seasons are more popular because once a good amount of snow is on the ground and bucks begin to stage for the rut come early to mid November the deer hunting is considered Aug 27, 2013 · Drew my first mule deer tag in a lower point unit in west-central colorado. 8 MB · Views: 41 mule deer 2. The unit is not OTC for Elk, but does contain a large Wilderness area which I'd I'm sure will be crowded. The second time, saw deer but What forums are good for is asking about road access, camp grounds, tactics on finding deer during certain times of the year, elevation, weather patterns, etc. Wyoming/Colorado and even UT general deer units are better than 95% of the NM deer hunts. It offers a good chance at taking a deer and plenty of public land or Walk in Areas offering free public access. I’ve hunted my whole life (27 yrs old). Over many years I have hunted California and Nevada but never Utah. Finally decided to join the fray. Units 4,7,9 are WT Oct 10 - Oct 31. I've spent a considerable amount of time over the past few years scouting and hunting elk in 16B and have driven through the other 16 units but never hunted them. Colorado seems to be a good option, but their website confuses me and I can’t find great info on Nov 30, 2020 · Lots of great mule deer tactics in blacktail and whitetail books. Target rich if you do your homework for down south. I was wondering what would be a good zone to apply this year since I never hunted Utah before. Hunted for him dawn to dusk until my last day passing a lot of other good deer; I just couldn't stop thinking about the double forks on the left. Rokslide Classifieds; Replies 1 Views 534. Apr 23, 2020 · I noticed a lot of deer congregated along the river bottoms where there is more ample forage and very few deer in other areas. id just pick 3-5 spots that look appealing, based on your experience, and get boots on the ground. I have plenty of points to draw. rhammond31. Deer up top and turkey on the bottom. Jun 13, 2021 · You might want to try hunting whitetail deer with the chance of a mule deer in Region A. I've been doing a lot of electronic scouting and will only get to be in the area for a few hours to scout because I'm from OK. I hope to get some good informative discussions going on regarding the pros and cons of different stock animals based on experience and it would be great to hear why others have picked Jan 1, 2020 · Now I do like to give credit to progressive cities/states because they have the best food options and overall stuff to do when you’re not hunting. I’ve archery Jun 26, 2019 · Hey guys and gals! I’m looking to book a hunt in Colorado and just looking for input regarding Outfitter suggestions, prime weeks, peak of rut etc. Nothing compares to high country mule deer for someone from south GA. Aug 1, 2024 · Anything and everything to do with hunting the elusive gray ghost! Apr 10, 2024 · About 15 minutes after sunrise, on the last day of season I saw a lone buck. I like the thoughts of Mar 27, 2024 · One thing that you can do to increase your odds are enter the Nevada Mule deer guide draw earlier in the year. I'm super pissed about the archery draw. Jul 20, 2024 Jun 12, 2019 · I have been thinking about possibly starting to apply for muley hunting in Utah and I have read a lot of conflicting info on how the hunting is in the state. Dec 30, 2014 · I burned some points on a mule deer tag this year. He has health limitations so it was going to be a difficult endeavor. Apr 6, 2023 · Pulled a healthy 4x4 out in MT on a big game combo tag. Feb 25, 2012 · It’s more comprised of pockets and isolated areas of small sub-populations of deer. Jul 27, 2024 · Most of the good Nebraska mule deer country will take you points to draw now and population is in a rebuilding phase right now. Finally found a mature 4pt. Blacktail Trophy Tactics 2- By Boyd Iverson Trophy Blacktails: The Science of the Hunt- By Scott Haugen Mapping Trophy Bucks- By Brad Herndon Mule Deer: A Handbook for Utah Hunters and Landowners- By Dennis Austin Mule Deer Strategies: A Handbook of Hunting Techniques- By Walt Jan 30, 2016 · Hi, I am new to the forum. Tikka T3x Stock Replacement - UPR vs B&C Jan 2, 2021 · You should be excited. If I remember correctly, there is a lot of high country in the unit, and the lower elevations have quite a bit of private. Montana Rifle Co, Shoot2Hunt, and Rokslide Rifle Aug 29, 2012 · As far as their deer capture goes, my understanding is all of the deer collars are put out by the helicopter contract crew. The data seems to suggest that SE Oregon has the best outlook for harvesting a deer. Oct 4, 2024 Jan 6, 2021 · All of the above- lots of general units, a rifle season that goes through the entire rut, and the majority of people shoot young bucks. Lots of deer in the unit I have which is SW Sent Apr 8, 2020 · What I said earlier might be harsh. Feb 4, 2018 · I wanted to start a thread to discuss pack stock options and considerations for the dedicated mule deer hunter. Glassed for hours and hours. Elk. We help people on searchable stuff it becomes public knowledge. I plan to go mid october. Again, getting a little local knowledge goes a long way. Now, there is record breaking heat that is going to last through the weekend. I A buddy and I have January archery mule deer tags in New Mexico Units 16A-E. Feb 25, 2012 · The non res archery any deer tag is actually a floating number. Thanks for any input! These measures keep as many hunters in the field as long as possible while not increasing the number of deer harvested. What I wanted to post first is an October mule deer discussion. I harvested my first Mule Deer in January and my first Merriam the previous May. Joined Jul 7, 2015 Messages 110 Location My son and I have max points in WY for Mule Deer. Our forum posting rules are very simple: no whining, crying, sobbing, sniveling, sulking, bickering, slandering, name-calling, complaining, smart Jan 26, 2016 · Deer are slowly coming back in 76 after a couple bad winterkills. Ended up shooting my buck at 100 yards behind the front shoulder and ended up throwing out the off side shoulder, ribs, and part of tenderloin because the bullet turned into shrapnel Aug 22, 2016 · Taylor Price for the same hunt that is recommended up above. I have been an avid whitetail/turkey bowhunter all my life and have always been facinated by western big game. Jun 8, 2024 · Wa state mule deer hunter, but put more effort into out of state hunts. I have hunted deer since I was 12. 5 PRC again. Openings - young aspens groves, glassing knobs, sage, food, how open? How steep? Buffer road hunters and access points/trailheads. I don’t know if that is an option for you but your drawing odds increase substantially if applying with an outfitter. packing in miles away from the next guy, thats what he was thinking too, when he sees you come over the ridge. I've read all the forums hating on the unit. May 6, 2018 · Mule deer if its not going on the wall i let them walk now. The more deer there are, the more older age class bucks. Take my advice and make a stalk on every legal buck you see until you get a shot. Buddy killed a nice buck just north of highway 75 in 36b in 2018 Nov 21, 2022 · Agenda Item 17: Chapter W-2 – “Big Game” 2 CCR 406-2 and those related provisions of Chapter W0 (“General Provisions” 2 CCR 406-0) necessary to accommodate changes to or ensure consistency with Chapter W-2 (Step 2 of 2) The Commission finalized the following regulations modifying the big game license distribution for black bear, deer, elk and pronghorn to 80% for residents and 20% Jul 8, 2019 · Been applying in NM for years and did well this year. Feb 7 Jun 17, 2015 · Me and my buddy are doing a southeast Montana mule deer hunt the last 2 weeks of October. Jun 8, 2024 · Washington is a difficult state for a casual hunter to find success without private property to hunt. Jul 29, 2024 · *FIRST POST* Hey y’all, I’ve been lurking for years following Robby, listening to every hunting podcast available, and generally devouring any and all hunting information I can find. some great bucks get killed in general season. Any advice on what type of terrain or behaviors of the animals to be looking for would be appreciated. I alot of times think I know quite a bit and get humbled reguarly. Oct 25, 2024 #2 High Climber Lil-Rokslider. My big problem is finding time to hunt and even though I live within 3 hours of some really good mule deer spots. I was East of I5, but not even 50 miles away from it and was told that I would see more black tail than mulies Aug 31, 2019 · Hunting Forums. permits have better timeframes, but its pretty much an oil tag here. Blessed to have had an opportunity at a decent deer as many hunters in my area have struggled to turn up mature bucks. Facebook Twitter youtube Instagram Contact us RSS Do mule deer view a hot dog as a sandwich? Reactions: Skyhigh. I get it. Prairie deer like deep cuts. He wasn’t huge by any means, but he was legal! I ranged this buck at 483 yards, got down on my bi-pod, dialed in the MOA correction. Apr 23, 2021 · I live in Carlsbad and certainly wouldn’t drive from Louisiana to hunt deer here- decent deer numbers in the SE corner buts tough hunting (warm fall temps so deer are not active in daylight) and lots of tags and hunters. So far the suggestions are to glass under the trees and large rocks. Aug 31, 2019 · I know a lot of people hunt long distance from mule deer county, so that's hard to do. Just wondering if anyone has had any luck in the area this year. Dec 6, 2023 · There’s no amazing migration corridor, there’s deer in basically every canyon, they move like crazy during that rut and you’ll likely spot a buck from the truck. Feb 25, 2012 · I had an the early season rifle tags, but its been 10 years or so. However a 45 minute drive to a slightly different type of topography frequented by deer and the first year hunting it turned up a wall hanger. Nothing like mule deer spaghetti the second day to really make that Apr 3, 2014 · There's not really any secrets, just have to get out there to give yourself a chance. Attaching a photo of two deer but imagine a strutting turkey lower than the deer. Most of the deer I saw were in Mountain Goat country. When find doe's then find some rocky ground. Jan 24, 2015 · its a tough road to navigate, but theyre there. " I haven't seen alot of shooters in 380. A lot of good podcasts out there with outfitters, guides, or consultants with a wealth of knowledge. Not not overly concerned about the saturation of deer, just the chance to work extremely hard, have a little luck, and harvest a mature buck. I’ve killed mule deer before to include some nice bucks so I don’t have to kill one to check a box. I live in St Anthony ID. The leftover draw is really where they are set if they want to draw a "better" tag, as previously mentioned. Aug 26, 2012 · I have been following the site for months, but this is my first post. the check station at the bottom . On most hunts I end up with a 3 year old type buck. 270, 270wsm, 6. 2 2. Feb 25, 2018 · Then had a random lottery for an extended season rut hunt. Seeing Aug 11, 2014 · I'm wondering what everyone's opinions are about hunting mule deer when cattle are using the same area. Oct 31, 2021 · Hunting Forums. Jul 13, 2019 · Mule Deer do not migrate for a little snow, like Blacktail Deer do. we have a blast. I honestly don’t want to see the long season go away, I prefer having as much time as we do to hunt, and hunt every year. Apr 27, 2022 · Hey guys, Im new to rokslide and am planning my first western style spot and stalk hunt for this coming fall. Deer were found on parcels with far access from roads and where stock tanks were present. Thanks to the Rokslide staff and members for such a proffesional and informative forum. Feb 20, 2019 · I’d second the OTC Arizona in January. 5 days of targeted Muley hunting prior and a lot of days holding a MT combo tag while elk hunting. Considering that we have been in a severe drought for the vast majority of the past 30 plus of minus years. Super proud of him. Jun 10, 2024 · Welcome to the Rokslide Forums, The Rokslide forums are all about sharing information and communicating with others in a positive, upbeat atmosphere. I have some spots that I like to hunt in southeast Idaho. That was the first box I shot through the gun but felt the Hornadys had better groups so I went with that. Jul 7, 2015 · I’m looking for a few trustworthy outfitters used by members of the group to plan a rifle mule deer hunt for the fall of 2025 or 2026. Jul 22, 2020 · I have a nevada archery mule deer tag 101-109 looking for advice on where to start looking. You’d just take the same measurements twice for H1 and H2 with no eye guards. Idaho is the farthest, seems the hardest to hunt, but easiest tags. The answer is in those general areas deer numbers are lower than most other Blacktail or Mule deer areas across the state. Have you actually measured that as average? Every buck I’ve measured is 20-22 on the ears, 20 is conservative and closer to average, where I’m at at least. It’s the October 29- November 4th hunt dates. Most importantly with big mule deer is time in the field and Mar 29, 2019 · Imagine getting one of the most sought after mule deer tags in the world, and spending 75 days scouting with close friends, what a story. S. Another friend has hunted the area previously and helped point me in the right direction, but I just wanted to throw this thread out there to see if anyone had any general advice. A few coworkers and I are looking into a Mule Deer hunt in western NE. Won’t see many surpass 180 but you can be on 140-150 mule deer all day long. Didn’t think I’d be drawing anything this year with 1 point but my credit card got hit for AZ and I got my Unit 21 rifle mule deer tag in the mail today. Spent the afternoon window shopping since my hunt ended so quickly. Looking to do a high country archery hunt. Apr 27, 2021 · I've hunted 16B several times for elk during the archery season. Jan 3, 2025 · Mule Deer Hunting, Elk Hunting and Western Big Game Hunting. So, are there other states/zones that would get a rifle mule deer tag in my pocket as a non-resident? May 15, 2024 · Anything and everything to do with hunting the elusive gray ghost! Aug 6, 2024 · Hey! So I just grabbed a leftover 3rd szn. Elk have been 18 hours. Where as WY all you’ll get is frozen veggies, mash potatoes and corn fed steak. I have archery elk hunting experience in CO but Mar 18, 2021 · My mule deer hunt last year looked "steep" on the maps and when I got there it was almost straight up and down. All of us bad a stick fingers out there taking a huge chunk out of the population. Jun 13, 2018 · Hey guys - brand new to the forum here. Aug 10, 2020 · Rokslide Sponsor. but if this is what BH produces seems like a joke to spend 15 years (at best) on a similar tag. Our forum posting rules are very simple: no whining, crying, sobbing, sniveling, sulking, bickering, slandering, name-calling, complaining, smart Aug 5, 2021 · Hey everyone. Get one thats 22", 26" and 30" wide main frame. It is my belief that Mexican outfitters greatly exaggerate the quality of their deer. I am thinking of doing a double pedestal mount. So have options, pick multiple locations and be able to switch camps. When I get one I hunt it for a big buck until dark on the last day. The chop out there when the winds are >15-20 mph could keel over a navy destroyer haha! Any of the launches can get you into good deer country, but you may have to do some cruising around to find a sheltered bay that doesn’t have boats and camps already doing what you are wanting to do. Rifle takes a few points to draw for an any deer (mule deer) tag. How different is the buck summering areas from the does? Are they just a little higher up and more secluded within the same general area? Jan 12, 2018 · Getting everything together for a WY mule deer hunt in a month and realized tonight I’m low on game bags. Nov 18, 2021 · Hello, Rather new western hunter, put in for elk draw in Idaho with less than 5% draw odds. NV Guide Draw - Mule Deer Rokslide FNG's; Replies 3 Views 188. in response to hunting pressure. Stats. Dec 24, 2021 · Hi all, This is my first ever post on a hunting forum. You'll have to hike real high for them. Then as or when deer utilize to just add mineral to the site. I’ll probably never be a score guy, but if a buck has a good frame, and he’s old that’s enough for me to take him and be happy. Its kind of weird. These Rokslide forums are pretty fantastic, and theres some other good resources as well. OLD mule deer bucks like bedding against stuff. Any thoughts you guys have on the state of mule deer hunting in the state and the future of it would be appreciated. Same success rate x more deer = more bucks being killed. I’m mostly interested in archery elk and mule deer. I would think being a resident in the center of the state you would have the upper hand and a huge advantage in finding good deer and tucked away places with a little work instead of asking on a forum. Archery vs. Ultimately, I want to see more deer being harvested because the populations are growing. He as worked hard all year in school and at the range. Nothing is set in stone but I’m thinking 3rd rifle CO. Havnt shot a deer in 5 years my wife and kid both shoot a couple so we have enough meat but now even both of them are more into big deer vs just killing a deer. Some places mule deer just move down in elevation, other places they migrate multiple miles and often into a different unit. I've hunted 76 both private and public but as a non-res opted for a different zone this year since we had to choose a specific zone this year. I’m sure I’m going to do a bunch of glassing 4 days ago · I drew a South Dakota tag for the first time this year and scored in the first hour of the opener In that first hour this morning I saw 3 different 4 points cruising for does. Next year Feb 25, 2012 · My 300 win mag Tikka shot well with the Barnes 165 TTSX and that bullet crushed mule deer. Facebook Twitter youtube Instagram Contact us RSS . I took my time, no wind, dry-fired once, then put a round in the chamber. PNG Rokslide Classifieds. Back in the '90's and early 2000's saw quite a few nice muley bucks, last time I hunted it in 2019, saw only a couple decent muley bucks, but lots of big coues bucks. Montana would also be a good choice if your driving down from Canada. I'm trying to best spend my time scouting. Mar 15, 2024 · This is the best condensed mule deer information you can ever hope to find, it was excellent. Mar 28, 2017 · Hunting Forums. Dec 31, 2021 · Hello fellow mule deer hunters-I am new to Utah mule deer hunting and have accumulated 6 points for General Season deer and 5 points for Limited Entry deer. Any tips, tricks, or anything I need to know? I know a lot about hunting the state but never can know too much and I know I don’t know enough to go out have fun and shoot a buck. Archery for non-res is going to be a bit more of a process (april 1 tag purchase date for public land hunting, oct 1 start date vs resident sept 1). We saw deer everywhere, but my guess is the good bucks were more accessible away from people. 1. I am looking at chasing some mule deer in western Nebraska. My group has limited experience western hunting Elk in CO, Montana Mule Deer, and Idaho Mule deer. Mule Deer. Nov 2, 2024. In the future, if I have meat in the freezer like Jun 26, 2019 · All of those deer are considered B and C mule deer however there are almost no B and C entries for them because they get pounded and rarely reach maturity, plus the inyo is a smaller deer subspecies anyways. Mar 1, 2024 · From personal conversations I've had with G&F officials, the general consensus is hunting and hunting pressure is the least of a mule deer's worries – I agree with this sentiment to an extent, there are certainly more pressing concerns, but it doesn't change the fact that intense hunting pressure is bad for mule deer. Price range is $8500-$10K. Mar 13, 2012 · I hunted long and hard before I found a buck worth hanging my tag on this season and last. The steepest part of Idaho or right up there, some of the lowest animal densities in the state, and crowding issues with 7 outfitters and 1000+ elk hunters alone. I've talked to a few on the phone but always nice to hear from people that have experience with the outfitter. If you are a true trophy mule deer hunter, and are after “big” mule deer it is a tough state compared to other western states. Found him in his evening bed 3 days before opener. Jul 27, 2022 · Looking for recommendations for a mule deer outfitter in Alberta. While elk hunting lok for mulie doe's. Haven’t done much deer hunting in 21 but I did some coyote hunting and horseback May 2, 2016 · With the state of Nevada's mule deer it was a pleasant surprise to see him. Jan 1, 2019 · Most people who are thinking about the Frank Church wouldn't want to hunt there. I am partial to the rut hunt and looking for 180” or better. Reactions: GreenNDark Timber , 51hunt , Remnv89 and 15 others Mar 15, 2024 May 10, 2018 · Planning on going on my first high country early season mule deer hunt this year. Good luck and welcome to Rokslide! Oct 1, 2018 · Don’t get stuck on just Mule Deer books. I know Mar 7, 2013 · Hunting Forums. That said, I attend CU Boulder and therefore can get out just about every day of the season and do TONS of scouting. Probably one of the biggest bodied mule deer I'll ever kill. He finally drew a tag at the ripe ol' age of 77. Due to other hunts I had scheduled I only applied for super premium units for Mule deer and lo and behold I drew the 2C archery hunt in January. WT or Mule deer Nov 1 - Nov 14. 5-15x44 new model. I have hunted late season mule deer in the past but am wanting to try early season. Its been talked about heavily here the last several years. 5 Creed, 30-06, . Check out his Instagram (price trophy hunts), they killed a buck with the statewide tag last year that is the number 4 all time in Nevada. I believe its 15% of the previous years rifle mule deer tags. Anything and everything to do with hunting the elusive gray ghost! Rokslide Classifieds. I had a whopping 1. Aug 12, 2024 · Mule Deer. Nov 14, 2024 · Deer like the shade and leeward side of mountain, or some object to protect from wind / sun. Mar 21, 2023 · Hello! I have been searching forums and scouring the data for Mule Deer units in eastern Oregon for general archery season for 2024. Dec 28, 2020 · Welcome to the Rokslide Forums, The Rokslide forums are all about sharing information and communicating with others in a positive, upbeat atmosphere. Post rut and cold! The deer should be moving and feeding most of the day. I'm sick of points and waiting. Dec 26, 2017 · Eastern Montana is being run over with NR mule deer hunters especially WA state. Rifle: Ongoing debates about which method is better for specific hunts and terrains, with hunters sharing the pros and cons based on personal experiences. thanks Nov 21, 2024 · Hey all, lost time reader, new poster. Now, most forums I have found do not provide any real useful information. Aug 31, 2019 · I’ve been an avid mule deer hunter my whole life, I never give them 22-23 on the ears. Lol Like Bambistew said, wait till you cook it. I’m flexible on location and dates to optimize draw odds although I would prefer the eastern Oct 5, 2019 · People have this mystic to hunting mule deer. Dec 3, 2016 · I bow hunted in the SW part of the state earlier this year and was really disappointed with the mule deer quality compared to the last few years. I’m not sure if your bow hunting or not but for a non resident do your research and search forums and you’ll find a easy to draw unit. Have an archery bear tag in my pocket as well. I have 3 TAG 14x20 bags, thinking about grabbing a couple Black Ovis 15x28 bags and calling it. Dark timber with rock slides/ cliffs. Have been hunting Elk yearly since 2014, but this is my first time targeting mule deer. check them off until Jan 9, 2019 · I will be going on a combo antelope/mule deer hunt this fall in Wyoming (the mule deer tag will be antlerless). Mar 17, 2016 · I'm hunting unit 74 in CO during the 2nd rifle season (Oct 21-29). Robby Denning loves the hunt for for big mule deer. Maven RS1. 308. A high success area in NE Wyoming near the Black Hills. Feb 27, 2014 #19 J. I would like to find something close Feb 12, 2015 · First time hunter in the state of Montana. Our current plan is to maximize morning and evening hunts as that appears to be the highest movement times. My buddies wanna go out west for a Dec 14, 2020 · Going on a first mule deer hunt this upcoming fall. They only collared does for these studies. And if not, there's always ketchup. Never been in the area and wondering if anyone Oct 5, 2018 · 4 out of the top 5 current threads being discussed on the mule deer forum are about Nebraska, so here's one more. I think reducing 2 weeks would maybe fly, Oct 31 will cause a war. My group of four guys (all young/active) are heading out to SoDak this fall (thinking early November) from MN to do some DIY mule deer archery hunting (not opposed to harvesting a nice mature Jan 9, 2024 · I only post this because in the past people have posted about hunting in October (during the “Any Weapon General Season”) for mule deer in the IP… Units 1,2,3,4a,5,6 are WT Oct 10 - Dec 1. We've found some great mule deer sheds in 16B, but Nov 12, 2024 · Hunting Forums. Most guys on here are extremists in that they hunt trophy animals - or want to learn to hunt trophy animals. I am approaching by senior year at UNL so i Apr 19, 2020 · As for projecting values - this is a trophy hunting, mountain-man hunting forum. Last fall he found a giant buck he named Rockslide. The hard part is timing it, and catching them along the way. Rump fat measurements need captive deer as a control from the original herds to establish a baseline. I literally got addicted to muleys in the early 90s, done pretty good here and there on then too. There are chunks of low elevation public, and during 3rd season, I feel like a lot of the deer hunters will be concentrating on those areas. hint— i wouldn’t waste any time in the flatlands, there’s deer but significantly less. we had many hunters nonresident and resident who struggled to even see deer. Any tips would help. Jan 25, 2020 · Welcome to the Rokslide Forums, The Rokslide forums are all about sharing information and communicating with others in a positive, upbeat atmosphere. Shots could be up to 400 but it is very unlikely I would shoot over 300. My question is whether I should upgrade to the 60 or even 80mm. Nov 13, 2013 · In addition to the 15% antlerless/either sex tags set aside for youth across the board, there are some units that have youth preference set at 50% for antlerless deer. If you take it some what serious, and put in some work and time success could be had every year. I’m interested in a semi-guided or drop/spike camp style hunt. You can jump over into MT and hunt elk/deer there after you hunt trophy mule deer every year in Wyoming OTC. htz uccx pvhzjt mkvkbefnx kpt wyki mzvoz oovkq kkizj pic