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Title: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 08, 2016, 07:45:35 PM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Bean Counter on October 08, 2016, 07:48:32 PM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 08, 2016, 08:06:26 PM
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  :o
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: tjthebest on October 08, 2016, 08:08:20 PM
Gohunt.com
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 08, 2016, 08:48:12 PM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: ffbowhunter on October 08, 2016, 08:58:02 PM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Ridgerunner on October 08, 2016, 08:58:52 PM
toprut.com
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 06:54:27 AM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 06:58:01 AM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: opdinkslayer on October 09, 2016, 07:07:24 AM
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Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Bigshooter on October 09, 2016, 07:21:24 AM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 09:43:36 AM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Bigshooter on October 09, 2016, 09:47:17 AM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 10:05:50 AM
Gohunt.com
:yeah:! 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
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: tjthebest on October 09, 2016, 11:31:47 AM
I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: ffbowhunter on October 09, 2016, 11:38:47 AM
I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.
Only with a resident or outfitter
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 11:42:37 AM
I believe that non residents are not allowed to go into wilderness areas in Wyoming.

Yes that is correct
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Bigshooter on October 09, 2016, 11:48:00 AM
toprut.com

This is a pretty good site for being free.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2016, 11:58:56 AM
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
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: WAcoueshunter on October 10, 2016, 09:11:38 AM
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.


Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: scottcrb on October 10, 2016, 09:30:46 AM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Bigshooter on October 10, 2016, 09:47:58 AM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Elkrunner on October 10, 2016, 09:49:24 AM
Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming. 
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on October 10, 2016, 10:18:02 AM
Adam,
Reach out to Terry.  He has family in Wyoming.

10-4. Is he on here?
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Maverick on November 03, 2016, 08:49:35 PM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: GUscottie on November 14, 2016, 12:11:10 AM
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 ;)
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: Elkrunner on November 14, 2016, 06:27:22 AM
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.
Title: Re: Wyoming research
Post by: vandeman17 on November 14, 2016, 07:02:12 AM
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
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