Wyoming research

[vandeman17]

Does anyone have any solid sources to research hunting units versus draw odds versus success rates? I have been looking on the state site as well as other outside websites but can't find a quality place that I feel like I can be confident in my analysis. My old man and I both have 4 points for deer, elk and antelope and are wanting to start applying for next season.

[Bean Counter]

You're definitely in the game with four points. Did you find the spreadsheets on the WYGF website? They're pretty useful once you get the hang of them. G&F is usually nice enough to help you figure them out if you call.

[vandeman17]

You're definitely in the game with four points. Did you find the spreadsheets on the WYGF website? They're pretty useful once you get the hang of them. G&F is usually nice enough to help you figure them out if you call.

Yes and the last few days I think I have went partially cross eyed looking at them and cross referencing maps, seasons etc. Too many dang tabs open on my iPad 

[tjthebest]

Gohunt.com

[carpsniperg2]

Do you have eastmans? That will give you a great look at draw odds over the last few years and success rates. Even though some of them are a little out of whack. Not all people report so some hunts have more success then it looks like on paper. Also gives you info on public land % and HMA'S.

[ffbowhunter]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

[Ridgerunner]

toprut.com

[vandeman17]

Do you have eastmans? That will give you a great look at draw odds over the last few years and success rates. Even though some of them are a little out of whack. Not all people report so some hunts have more success then it looks like on paper. Also gives you info on public land % and HMA'S.

I got eastmans for years but at last renewal I switched to western hunter and elk hunter. I considering getting huntin fool again because I liked their draw odd sections.

[vandeman17]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

I agree. Wish I had a printer so I could just print stuff out instead of trying to flip between tabs. We are looking at either a deer, deer/lope combo or MAYBE an elk hunt though I kind of want to build a few more elk points so we can have a better chance at a muzzy hunt. Only thing is my dad isn't getting any younger and each year we wait just limits some of the terrain he can comfortably and effectively hunt

[opdinkslayer]

PM sent

[Bigshooter]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

I agree. Wish I had a printer so I could just print stuff out instead of trying to flip between tabs. We are looking at either a deer, deer/lope combo or MAYBE an elk hunt though I kind of want to build a few more elk points so we can have a better chance at a muzzy hunt. Only thing is my dad isn't getting any younger and each year we wait just limits some of the terrain he can comfortably and effectively hunt

No muzzy hunts in WY.

[vandeman17]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

I agree. Wish I had a printer so I could just print stuff out instead of trying to flip between tabs. We are looking at either a deer, deer/lope combo or MAYBE an elk hunt though I kind of want to build a few more elk points so we can have a better chance at a muzzy hunt. Only thing is my dad isn't getting any younger and each year we wait just limits some of the terrain he can comfortably and effectively hunt

No muzzy hunts in WY.

Roger that

[Bigshooter]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

I agree. Wish I had a printer so I could just print stuff out instead of trying to flip between tabs. We are looking at either a deer, deer/lope combo or MAYBE an elk hunt though I kind of want to build a few more elk points so we can have a better chance at a muzzy hunt. Only thing is my dad isn't getting any younger and each year we wait just limits some of the terrain he can comfortably and effectively hunt

No muzzy hunts in WY.

Roger that

If you are willing to do a drop camp, have stock, or are willing to rent stock, you might want to check out hunting the Greys on a general tag.  Season opens around Sept 25th for rifle.  I had 2 buddies do it last year and they killed a couple of 6pt bulls.

[vandeman17]

Gohunt.com

! But you can find everything you need on their fish and game, it will take quite a bit of digging. I love do hunt, I have also heard good things on huntinfool as well.

I agree. Wish I had a printer so I could just print stuff out instead of trying to flip between tabs. We are looking at either a deer, deer/lope combo or MAYBE an elk hunt though I kind of want to build a few more elk points so we can have a better chance at a muzzy hunt. Only thing is my dad isn't getting any younger and each year we wait just limits some of the terrain he can comfortably and effectively hunt

No muzzy hunts in WY.

Roger that

If you are willing to do a drop camp, have stock, or are willing to rent stock, you might want to check out hunting the Greys on a general tag.  Season opens around Sept 25th for rifle.  I had 2 buddies do it last year and they killed a couple of 6pt bulls.

More than willing to do a drop camp

[tjthebest]

I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.

[ffbowhunter]

I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.

Only with a resident or outfitter

[vandeman17]

I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.

Yes that is correct

[Bigshooter]

toprut.com

This is a pretty good site for being free.

[vandeman17]

toprut.com

This is a pretty good site for being free.

That is a very solid site. Going to have to look at it closer for sure

[WAcoueshunter]

I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.

True, but most of the Greys is not in Wilderness.

[scottcrb]

I want to do a backcountry/wilderness horse pack drop camp archery Hunt in 2 years for my 40th. I have 0 points . Do I need to worry or start working on points? Any good guides too look into? Sorry to hijack.

[Bigshooter]

I want to do a backcountry/wilderness horse pack drop camp archery Hunt in 2 years for my 40th. I have 0 points . Do I need to worry or start working on points? Any good guides too look into? Sorry to hijack.

You have until the end of this month to buy a pt.   It takes almost 2pts to draw the general tag.  I wouldn't waste anymore time and go buy a pt if you really want to do a hunt in 2 years.

[Elkrunner]

Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming. 

[vandeman17]

Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming.

10-4. Is he on here?

[Maverick]

Ive got 4 deer points and 5 antelope points for there. Applying with my dad and brother next year. Not sure where i want to apply for yet.

[GUscottie]

I can say this: Toprut.com is not 100% accurate. They may not be pulling the most recent information (as in the last year's info). I say this because I looked at the draw odds for my Wyoming Elk unit and my points and this site said I should have drawn with 2 points when it was in actuality 80%+ for 4 points....Don't fully trust this information. Not saying it's all bad, but it isn't all good either.

Just give me a call Adam and we'll get you a good hunt

[Elkrunner]

Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming.

10-4. Is he on here?

No, do you have his number?  If not, I will ping you.  He also will be over next Monday with Ed chasing his late doe tag.

[vandeman17]

Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming.

10-4. Is he on here?

No, do you have his number?  If not, I will ping you.  He also will be over next Monday with Ed chasing his late doe tag.

Nope but I can ask ed for his info