2012 Wyoming Non-Resident App Book Available

The 2012 version of the Wyoming non-resident application book is available by clicking on the image below. Page 4 of the book shows all application deadlines for big game hunting licenses.

2012 Wyoming NR App Book Available

2012 Arizona & New Mexico Hunting Regs Available

The 2012 hunting regulations for all Arizona elk and antelope hunts is available by clicking on the image below.

The deadline to apply for 2012 elk and antelope hunts is 7:00pm MST February 14th.

The 2012 hunting regulations for all species in New Mexico is available by clicking on the image below.

The deadline to apply for big game hunts in New Mexico is March 28, 2012.

2012 AZ and NM Hunting Regs Available

Big Changes to 2012 General Deer Hunts in Utah

If you’re planning to hunt deer in Utah in 2012 you need to be aware of some major changes to the season structures as well as the hunt areas. The changes are a result of poor hunter success brought on by poor weather and low deer numbers observed by hunters during the 2010 season. The unit-based hunting idea was actually approved in December of 2010, but at that point could not possibly be implemented for the 2011 hunting season.

Here is a quick recap of the changes:

•  Hunters used to seeing general season hunts split into 5 regions will now see 30 different deer “units” and will only be allowed to hunt a single unit.
• The limitation of hunting in a single unit applies to rifle, muzzleloader and archery hunters; however archery hunters may still participate in the extended archery season hunts if they pass the extended archery season ethics course.
• The application period for general season hunts will run from February 1 to March 1, 2012. 
• There is a possibility that permit numbers will be reduced in 2012 (as they were in 2011). Permit quotas for 2012 will be issued in May.

Season dates for 2012 general season hunts are as follows:

1. Archery                August 18 - September 14
2. Muzzleloader      September 26 – October 4
3. Rifle                      October 20 – October 28

For more information on changes to Utah’s 2012 general deer season visit http://wildlife.utah.gov/dwr/utahs-deer-hunt-in-2012.html

Big Changes to 2012 general Deer Hunts in Utah

Quality Private Land Hunts Available in Colorado

MEEKER, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife, in cooperation with two local landowners, is offering big-game hunters an opportunity to apply for a limited number of high-quality elk and mule deer hunts on private ranch land in the Meeker area. A total of 27 hunts will be available to hunters who have already drawn limited deer and elk licenses for Game Management Unit 23 for the coming big-game seasons. Hunters who are interested in applying for these hunts must do so in writing by October 3. "This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for hunters," said District Wildlife Manager Bailey Franklin. "We encourage everyone to take advantage of this chance to enjoy this rare, high-quality private land hunting experience."

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Wildfire Maps

For those of you headed into the back country for hunting and/or scouting trips, take a look at the US Forest Service webpage showing large incident wildfires to see if your chosen area has been affected. The map can be found here. Click on each circled number and another window will detail location, acres burned, % contained and the cause of the fire.

There are a few fires burning in Montana and Wyoming that are rather popular hunting areas, so take a look to make sure you can get into the areas you have in mind for your next trip!

Active Wildfire Maps