Antelope Advice

[Winchester]

Hey guys. I haven't hunted Antelope much and I'd like to find an area to try that provides a decent chance for success next year ... I'm not worried at all about trophy size ... I'd just like a chance at an average buck. Although I live in Colorado the antelope opportunities here are difficult at best. I've never hunted Antelope in Wyoming but I believe that may be my best bet. Can anyone provide any insights on how to get started applying for a Wyoming tag ... do you need preference points? Is it tough to find a hunting area with public access and a reasonable chance of success? Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[go_deep]

Pick a unit if points are needed to draw a buck tag put in for a doe tag there for 2015 use the doe tag to get familiar with the area and start buying points next summer when they go on sale. Best part is the doe tag is like $40 so if you don't like the unit you're not out much. Wyoming has a great website with tons of harvest data and draw data to make an informed choice in where to go.

 

[Hilltop]

Winchester- general rule of thumb is that areas with good access will require points to draw. Some areas with little to no public access have leftover tags. These areas can be hunted but it requires research on your part. There are usually BLM properties and occasional walk in areas that hold antelope. You can also contact ranches in these easy to draw areas. A few still allow hunting and a few more will allow hunting for a trespass fee. Living in Colorado provides you the opportunity to drive up this spring for a fishing trip to scout and knock on a few doors. A good place to start would be the Laramie valley since its close. The tags in 38,44, and 45 are usually drawn with zero to just a few points depending on the year and area. Good luck.

 

[Winchester]

Thanks Hilltop ... I appreciate the advice!