Party Size and NR Quota Conflicts ? for WY

[dihardhunter]

I think I'm interpreting information correctly, but want to be doubly sure before putting my eggs in the application basket. Our party size for WY antelope is 5 with 3 PP/averaged. There is a 100% chance of not getting drawn as a 5 person party for a unit where the NR Special quota in years past was 1 or 2 or even 3 for the Special Draw? In other words, if there isn't enough supply to meet demand, the tags would go to a party (or individuals of course) that they can completely accommodate.

Am I thinking about this right or not? This question came up when I was examining Unit 65 as one of the 8 or 10 units I'm considering.

Thanks in advance ~

 

[Hilltop]

I know Wyoming will issue over quota to fill a party but I'm not sure if the area is set to a quota below your party size? For example, area 64 only had a quota of 6 but they issued 7 tags to fill the last 2 person party. It reflects 50% draw odds for <7 points but it filled 2 of 2 first choice applicants. I think I would call the game and fish to ask that question before applying.

 

[WapitiBob]

Wyoming fills up to the party max of 6, regardless of quota remaining or if the initial quota is below the party size. A party of 6 can draw a hunt with 1 advertised tag.

 

[Work2hunt]

Wyoming fills up to the party max of 6, regardless of quota remaining or if the initial quota is below the party size. A party of 6 can draw a hunt with 1 advertised tag.

That is how the folks from Wyoming Fish and Game explained it to me last year.

 

[dihardhunter]

Thanks for the help everyone. Perfectly clear explanation.