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Why Wyoming is THE Place for a Western Elk Hunt

When it comes to finding a classic western elk hunt, several states offer good opportunities. You will find great elk hunts in Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and a few in California. Each state offers a different angle or ecosystem where elk roam, creating a diverse set of opportunities.

3 Things to Consider When Planning a Wyoming Mule Deer Hunt

From the Red Desert to the Black Hills, and from the high Rockies to the sagebrush prairies, Wyoming's rugged landscapes provide the backdrop for some incredible mule deer hunting. The state has populations that migrate across long, historic routes. Wyoming is also home to resident populations occupying a home territory for their entire lives. From the high alpine to the wide open praries, Wyoming is a great place to hunt mature bucks living in these wild and rugged western landscapes.

Hunting Mule Deer in Wyoming with Table Mountain Outfitters

When you think of mule deer, several western states come to mind. Each has its own unique qualities for a mule deer hunt. In Wyoming, big resident deer and migratory groups are present in excellent numbers. While Wyoming has plenty of productive public land, some of the best range lies on big tracts of private land habitat. Wyoming lacks suburban sprawl, resulting in big, traditional ranchlands that hold trophy bucks.

7 Things You Can Expect On Your First Antelope Hunt

The American pronghorn is a completely unique species, found only in North America. They’re not related to African antelope, or any American cervids like deer or elk. In fact, "antelope" as we refer to them colloquially, are the only horned animal that sheds its horns annually.

3 Spot and Stalk Decoy Tactics for Antelope

Wyoming is antelope country and hunters can approach their hunt in a number of different ways. Hunting from a blind over water is certainly the most effective method for archery hunters. Rifle hunters can often use folds in the landscape to get close enough for a shot. Even so, antelope have excellent eyesight. The ability to shoot comfortably out too 300 yards and beyond is a major advantage.

It’s Time to Purchase Wyoming Preference Points

It's time to purchase Wyoming preference points! Points for all species are on sale from July 3rd through October 31st. Any points you purchase this year can be used in the 2024 application draw or beyond. Don’t wait. Pick up a point each for elk, deer and antelope and set yourself set up for great hunts in the future!