Post by: Bob33 on December 30, 2016, 01:10:48 PM
For a full listing of resident and non-resident application deadlines for all species and types see the 2017 Hunting License Application Information: https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Hunting/WGFD_APPNARRATIVE.pdf
• Elk: Non-residents close Jan. 31. Residents close May 31.
• Deer: Closes May 31 for residents & non-residents.
• Antelope: Closes May 31 for residents & non-residents.
• Moose: Closes Feb. 28 for residents & non-residents.
• Bighorn Sheep: Closes Feb. 28 for residents & non-residents.
• Mountain Goat: Closes Feb. 28 for residents & non-residents.
• Spring Wild Turkey: Closes Jan. 31 for residents & non-residents.
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Post by: Mr Mykiss on January 04, 2017, 01:04:20 PM
I've got 8 points...gonna try and put em to use this year!!
Post by: 2MANY on January 04, 2017, 01:12:30 PM
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Post by: Bigshooter on January 04, 2017, 02:58:17 PM
Post by: Basket Rack on January 04, 2017, 08:24:11 PM
Whats the best big bull hunt in the state regardless of the weapon choice?
As Big Shooter said the units around the park and in the Cody area but these units are loaded with grizzly bears. These units are big country with pockets of elk making DIY tough if you are not familiar with the country so I would recommend hiring an outfitter if you draw based on my experience as these have really turned into almost once in a lifetime tags for non residents with the preference point system. Unit 124 in the southern part of the state has big bulls but is not your typical elk country it is more open sage brush country. All of these units will require max points and the odds are still poor.
Post by: actionshooter on January 04, 2017, 09:57:54 PM
Post by: Mr Mykiss on January 05, 2017, 07:27:13 AM
The migrations hunts out of Yellowstone are the best.4 of the 6 units bordering yellowstone are general and 55 takes 4 points? Am I totally wrong?
Post by: Bigshooter on January 05, 2017, 07:37:32 AM
The migrations hunts out of Yellowstone are the best.4 of the 6 units bordering yellowstone are general and 55 takes 4 points? Am I totally wrong?
You are right. But those aren't the units I'm talking about.
Post by: trophyhunt on January 05, 2017, 07:43:24 AM
Do they do a points system like wa ?their point system is better, 75% of the tags are given to those with max points, then everyone is included in the draw for the remaining 25% of the tags. It gives those guys with max points a huge advantage, just like I wished Wa would do. I will be in this year for elk again, 1 less than max points because I spaced out one year.
Post by: Stein on January 05, 2017, 07:47:40 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on January 08, 2017, 05:15:16 PM
Here is the best explanation of the WY system I have seen:Thanks, that explains it very well. I'm in for my elk unit, now we just wait. Love how early Wyoming is, good luck to all you guys/gals who didn't put in for my unit!!! :chuckle:
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Post by: shanevg on May 31, 2017, 09:24:15 AM
My question is how the doe pronghorn tags work. Can I apply for a doe tag in the same unit as well and get drawn for both? Or can I only have 2 tags if I buy leftover doe tags?
Thanks!
Post by: Stein on May 31, 2017, 09:27:53 AM
I've only applied points in recent years in WY but decided to take the plunge for pronghorn this year. 6 points gave you a 78% odds of drawing last year. I have 8 points going into this year so I should be guaranteed a tag.
My question is how the doe pronghorn tags work. Can I apply for a doe tag in the same unit as well and get drawn for both? Or can I only have 2 tags if I buy leftover doe tags?
Thanks!
You can put in for two doe tags and draw them, check the results from last year for the odds. I'm not sure if it is possible to only draw one as I have always drawn two (I only hunt in easy to draw units).
If I remember right, you can check a box to only enter the doe draw if you pull the buck tag so you don't end up with only doe tags if you don't want to.
Post by: grundy53 on May 31, 2017, 09:29:17 AM
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Post by: Miles on May 31, 2017, 01:45:06 PM
When do y'all think they will post the results?
Without looking it up again, I'm pretty sure it's June 21.
Post by: bearpaw on May 31, 2017, 02:38:24 PM
Post by: Bob33 on May 31, 2017, 02:41:06 PM
Don't I have to wait until later to apply for preference points and not a hunt?July 1 through October 31.
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Post by: CaNINE on June 08, 2017, 06:48:29 AM
Don't I have to wait until later to apply for preference points and not a hunt?July 1 through October 31.
Is October 31st a change from years past? I thought the points deadline used to be Sept 1st? I may be remembering it wrong.
Post by: vandeman17 on June 08, 2017, 06:54:05 AM
Don't I have to wait until later to apply for preference points and not a hunt?July 1 through October 31.
Is October 31st a change from years past? I thought the points deadline used to be Sept 1st? I may be remembering it wrong.
Nope was end of October last year too
Post by: CaNINE on June 08, 2017, 10:37:54 AM
Post by: Jpmiller on June 09, 2017, 06:46:32 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on June 09, 2017, 07:43:50 AM
I'm having a heck of a time figuring out their site. I know I missed the draw for this year already but it looks like (and I think it's what bearpaw alluded to) I can purchase a point after their draw results come out? My wife's great uncle offered to pack me into the wilderness for elk if I ever draw so I want to take him up on that lol.
Yes you can buy points every summer for each species.
Post by: Miles on June 09, 2017, 08:25:34 AM
I'm having a heck of a time figuring out their site. I know I missed the draw for this year already but it looks like (and I think it's what bearpaw alluded to) I can purchase a point after their draw results come out? My wife's great uncle offered to pack me into the wilderness for elk if I ever draw so I want to take him up on that lol.
Yes you can buy points every summer for each species.
If you're a non-res, make sure he has a guide permit. Non residents aren't allowed in the wilderness areas for hunting without the proper "escort".
Post by: Jpmiller on June 09, 2017, 08:32:24 AM
I'm having a heck of a time figuring out their site. I know I missed the draw for this year already but it looks like (and I think it's what bearpaw alluded to) I can purchase a point after their draw results come out? My wife's great uncle offered to pack me into the wilderness for elk if I ever draw so I want to take him up on that lol.
Yes you can buy points every summer for each species.
If you're a non-res, make sure he has a guide permit. Non residents aren't allowed in the wilderness areas for hunting without the proper "escort".
Yeah I think he said he just has to apply for it and gets it. So just so i am understanding it correctly I would be able to apply next year with a point like I had applied this year and not gotten drawn?
Post by: bobcat on June 09, 2017, 09:22:52 AM
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So just so i am understanding it correctly I would be able to apply next year with a point like I had applied this year and not gotten drawn?
Yes
Post by: Jpmiller on June 09, 2017, 09:41:46 AM