This, combined with a faster metabolism than elk or cattle, is what drives their need for high-quality, easily digestible foods. The hunters signature must be witnessed by a B&C Official Measurer or a notary public. Many states also restrict movement of venison or other parts of deer, elk, and moose from areas or states where CWD is present; be sure to check with local Game Departments for regulations on transporting venison. This means that every applicant is on an equal playing field to draw even if this is the first year they are applying in New Mexico. For opportunity areas with high deer densities, don't overlook units 2B, 16, 21, 24, 26, 30, 31, 32, 34, 36 or 37. Mature desert mule deer average about 140 lb field-dressed, with the largest deer approaching 170 lb. Hunters under the age of 18 must have completed a hunters education course to purchase a hunting license and apply in the draw. You must log in or register to reply here. We both drew The nov 12- 16th mule deer. May 27, 2015. No Draw or Application New Mexico Public Land Mule Deer Hunts Always seen more bears and lions then mature bucks. by BloodhoundBrother Tue Aug 25, 2009 3:16 pm, Post Malnutrition is the most common disease of mule deer (Bender et al., 2007, 2010, 2011), and when other diseases and parasitism cause mortality, the actual underlying cause is usually poor-quality food that causes malnourishment. New Mexico's Coues deer numbers are stable, and for hunters looking to add one to their trophy room, there are good public-land opportunities in the Burro Mountains of units 23 and 27. The breeding season or rut for mule deer in New Mexico begins in late November (northern areas of the state) and lasts until mid-January (southern areas). Range conditions should be much better this year and antelope bucks should experience an excellent growth year. Archery: 24% Late archery: 16% Muzzleloader: 21% Rifle: 23%, Archery: 26% Late archery: 33% Muzzleloader: 40% Rifle: 30% Rifle: 23%, Archery: 34% Muzzleloader: 48% Rifle: 35% Rifle: 22%, Archery: 34% Late archery: 36% Muzzleloader: 26% Rifle: 20% Rifle: 20%, Archery: 20% Muzzleloader: 39% Rifle: 39% Rifle: 23%, Archery: 6% Late archery: 13% Muzzleloader: 26% Rifle: 25% Rifle: 16%, Archery: 6% Late archery: 24% Muzzleloader: 12% Rifle: 22% Rifle: 28%, Archery: 35% Muzzleloader: 40% Rifle: 53% Rifle: 38%, Archery: 24% Muzzleloader: 46% Rifle: 36%, Archery: 11% Late archery: 15% Muzzleloader: 35% Rifle: 43% Rifle: 49%, Archery: 15% Late archery: 50% Muzzleloadder: 16% Rifle: 31% Rifle: 29%, Archery: 11% Late archery: 21% Muzzleloader: 19% Rifle: 13% Rifle: 13%, Archery: 14% Late archery: 17% Muzzleloader: 28% Rifle: 26% Rifle: 30%, Late archery: 17% Muzzleloader: 42% Rifle: 33%. 51.7 miles in anyone have any helpful info? Terms of Use | Price does not include state license fees. Apr 26, 2020 #1 CouesKelly Well-known member . It's easy! In the draw, they will consider your first three choices before moving to the next applicant. The breeding class is usually the prime-aged mature bucks, plus a few younger bucks who are exceptionally large-bodied or aggressive. J78; Aug 25, 2022; Mule Deer; Replies 1 Views 396. Will probably do at least one/two more trips before the hunt. It will just require booking with an outfitter or really digging into land ownership and making cold calls. Thats why the New Mexicans shoot dinks or have a hangover on the 2nd day of the hunt and get scunkedLOLBOB! The antlers are shed following the breeding season each winter, and new antlers begin growing shortly after the old ones are dropped. How are the deer? In the northeast of the unit, you will come across Highway 70. Owned: 2,176 acres, Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Sheep. With no Bonus Points the draw odds were roughly 8.5%. Here is what I can tell you from the last two years elk hunting in there. The good news is that current range conditions are much better than they were in 2021 and 2022. Whether you are looking to apply or have already draw the tag our. I drew inside the burros this year, but I messed up my application by one number (hunt code 242 instead of 243) and drew Sept instead of Jan basically means it's a wasted tag this year since I also drew Sept elk and Oct Ibex and have a feeling my wife won't be too happy with me trying to take all of Sept off and part of Oct Have you thought about donating it? Did you draw inside the burros or outside? Official Measurers work on a volunteer basis for the Boone and Crockett Club and measure trophies according to their schedules. Elevation Variances: 4,496 ft. to 8,850 ft. Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate, Land Coverage/Vegetation: Land cover includes 80% shrub/scrub and 15% evergreen forest. Use the table below to cross reference with the total number of licenses to ensure the hunts you are applying for will have enough licenses. The later months from April to July are more critical for mass and some length below the prong. New Mexico has a random draw system for all species.. Fawns are usually born in June and July, later in southern New Mexico and later if does are in poor condition. A check for $40 to cover the non-refundable entry fee. We also highly recommend unit 31, unit 32, and unit 33 as we have private ranches there with some great deer quality! It may not display this or other websites correctly. The Chronic Wasting Disease Alliance website (www.cwd-info.org) is an excellent source for up-to-date information regarding CWD and its management. Results will be available online on or shortly before April 26, 2023. CWD, a transmissible spongiform encephalopathy, is very rare in New Mexico and is limited to portions of the San Andres, Organ, and Sacramento Mountains. Bear Mgmt Zones Game Mgmt Units Cougar Mgmt Zones Navajo Big Game Units The #1 GPS Hunting App 975 million acres of public land 10,668 unique hunting units 421 map overlays and counting For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Unit 9, 13, 15, 16E, 17, 23, 24, 34 (Also includes Crossbow and Archery) (License . Work put in a last minute request that I ended up having to fill, so I got stuck working this weekend. Reply R Red Sparky The later season dates should offer a better rut rifle hunt. Diversity is the key to managing mule deer; the healthiest deer herds are those on ranges that supply the greatest variety and abundance of woody browse and forbs of high nutritional quality throughout the year. For permission to use publications for other purposes, contact pubs@nmsu.edu or the authors listed on the publication. The dropping of antlers occurs when the length of daylight decreases, triggering glandular reactions that control the production of testosterone, insulin-like growth factor-1, and other hormones. If you aren't caught up in competition of "score" then this hunt lacks nothing when it comes to overall experience. Since these deer are on the Northern extent of the desert sub species and butt up against the contiguous habitat of the "Rocky Mountain" sub species, above the rim, these deer physically exhibit characteristics that blend the two. 702.847.8747 Feed is always important to horn/antler growth and antelope are selective feeders. Nonresidents and residents can apply together in a party. Not many whitetails in that unit any more, but the NM/AZ border north of Mule Creek is about as good as anywhere. Original author: James E. Knight, Extension Wildlife Specialist. Going to revive an old thread, and Im gonna be that guy. Once you have an agreement with a guide, you will apply in the draw with their guide number. There is little actual fighting between bucks because dominance hierarchy has usually been established before peak rutting periods occur. I am pretty sure my tag is for mule deer only. If your goal is to hunt and harvest this type of buck, I would suggest that the hunts/units above should make up at least two of your three choices. Antelope shed their horns, or sheaths, in mid-November. I was watching a truck on the road with two bowhunters in the bed doing about 10 mph. Donald Wenner with New Mexicos #6 black bear, taken in Catron County in 2005. Figure 4. Marketing and Communications | MSC 3K, P.O. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club.). I read through the regs page by page trying to find the rules on using Budweiser as a decoy or bait to keep hunters away from me while hunting but I came up empty. On a not so sarcastic notewhat are the rules on salt/mineral blocks/baits or any of the sort in NM? The roads will be driven every day by about 20 different vehicles. Terms of Use | Mule deer have extremely large ears, hence the name. Most fawns are weaned by October or November, after which they are dependent on their competitive ability to obtain adequate nutrition. In terms of trophy potential, New Mexico is near the top of the list and if you are an antelope fanatic, we strongly recommend you apply. Yes there are deer and Lions and bears and plenty of hunters. Hunting deer,elk. In southern New Mexico, common foods include mountain mahogany, oaks, skunkbush, yucca, ceanothus, mesquite pods, globemallow, vervain, and silktassel. The size of the mule deer population in New Mexico is unknown, and densities of mule deer can vary greatly among areas and over time. Do not be that applicant! Mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus, Figure 1) are one of the most important game animals in New Mexico and the West. Previously, applicants who applied for and drew a rifle permit would have a private ranch/parcel assigned to them that they could hunt in addition to the public land in their unit. Human-Wildlife Interactions, 6, 245260. well I guess not much action goes on in this unit,.. hahaha. Mule deer have a gestation period of about seven months. how are you and your wife going to both hunt in the two units ? A party application is treated as a single application in the draw. saying "guns kill people" is like saying "the spoon made rosie fat". Owners who want to improve mule deer habitat on private lands should keep in mind a wide range of considerations. planning I have seen it though in Unit 24. Because of their need for high-quality foods, deer are always on the move while feeding. If selected, all applicants on the application would receive a license provided there are enough licenses to offer one to each applicant. by bowtechjwar Thu Aug 12, 2010 9:42 pm, Post In recent years precipitation has improved, benefitting the mule deer of Central, Arizona. 180 6/8: Just got a left over tag for Muzzleloader deer in Unit 21Lived in souteast New Mexico All my life and hunted there. The deer are pocketed and not wide spread and not high population numbers due to the desert climate. I put in for my archery hunts as always. This list is provided courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club. The second table outlines a number of hunts that have good numbers of nonresident permits, but those areas have low public land percentages and complicated access. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club), Chris Robb and guide with #2 New Mexico nontypical elk, taken in Catron County, 1998. Food passes through their digestive system much more rapidly than in elk or cattle, however, and this short retention time limits just how much plant material mule deer can digest. 2023 New Mexico Unit 23 Rifle/Muzzleloader Elk Uni 2023 New Mexico Unit 23 Archery Elk Tag Unit Wide. POLL: when was the last time you went to a drive-in movie. The locations, date, and length of seasons are used to control hunter numbers and densities; this in turn controls harvest to some extent. Thinking about maybe camping close to highway 180 were both units are east west of eachother ,180 dividing both. Guidelines for management of habitat for mule deer: Pion-juniper, Chihuahuan desert, arid grasslands, and associated arid habitat types [Circular 662]. He earned his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. We have updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy as of May 5th, 2020, Hello from "The Land that shall not be named". just curious let me know as I might be able to help with the 24 info. New Mexico made some changes to their antelope draw a few years ago and most applicants are aware of the changes at this point; however, it's worth noting those once again. Consider these factors as you look at the individual units. I will be checking out some other parts of the unit over the summer. The rest of the state does have good populations and, for 2023, many of the hunts in the southwest and northern portions of the state will see an increase in the number of tags available. An original score chart signed and dated by an official B&C measurer. I did draw the tag. I hunted the unit years ago and saw a really nice buck down south of Mule Creek against the private land. No more notepads getting lost or headaches when trying to remember what units caught your eye during your research! As long as you are buying the hunting license to apply for other species like elk, deer or the exotic species, you should strongly consider also applying for antelope! That was at least 12 years ago try glenwood area. Mule deer are New Mexico's most important big game species. Re: New Mexico Unit 21 Mule Deer. A Hunter, Guide and Hunt information form completed and signed by the hunter. Hoenes, and C.L. Residents are guaranteed 84% of the permits for each hunt. In fact, there may be a slight disadvantage. Currently, New Mexico offers unlimited antelope private land permits. The table below indicates some of the better mid-tier hunts with generally better odds that can still offer a good hunt. In addition, portions of New Mexico have significant amounts of high elevation summer range and are less prone to the major impacts of drought. Rifle Elk Hunts - Units 5B, 6A, 6C. 3 beds . Was going to go out this weekend, but due to unforseen events, I have to work the weekend (again). Up to 6% of the licenses for each hunt can be allocated to nonresidents in the draw. Well found out the hard way to not tag onto someone else's app that doesn't know what they're doing. In all areas, a wide variety of other forbs are important depending upon what exactly is available. Applicants who draw an archery, muzzleloader or rifle permit can only hunt public lands within their unit(s) or any private land that they can gain written permission to hunt. Though this bull will not make the record book, the official score sheet will be kept on file by the Boone and Crockett Club. I've hunted that unit 3 times. Bender, L.C., J.C. Boren, H. Halbritter, and S. Cox. This is influenced by time of year, activity, and the kind of forage the deer is eating. For your convenience, you can pay your hunt deposit, securely, online. From the time they shed in November until mid to late March, bucks will have put the growth into the prong and upper portion of the horn. I do not recommend applicants applying as a group for antelope to maximize their chance of drawing. Many portions of the unit where Mule deer live are definitely not "desert" habitats, aside from the southern fifth near Roosevelt Lake. The track is from 2 3/4 to 3 1/4 inches long, and the walking stride is 22 to 24 inches long. (Photo by Mara Weisenberger.). How are the deer? Clearly focused, close-up photographs of the front, left side, and right side of your trophys antlers or horns or tusks. Rifle Mule Deer Hunt - Successful. This is the case for southern states and moisture is much more critical in these areas than it is in states north of their borders. Good country though. Advertise With Us. Deer of the Southwest. The unit at times appears never-ending with great vehicular access to many unfettered wild areas. Samuel J. Beatty with New Mexicos #1 whitetail deer typical, taken in Colfax County in 2019. Lots of deer around Silver City and over in the Burro Mnts. Landscape dynamics of aspen and conifer forests. Because of population declines, harvests of mule deer have also declined; deer harvests (mostly mule deer), estimated to be as high as 55,000 in 1960, declined to <10,000 in 2013. Looking for some feedback on the unit. Your application could be one of the first selected in the draw and, as such, you want to receive the best permit/hunt possible. Fawns depend upon hiding and lying still for survival during their first few weeks. New Mexico is an excellent trophy state for antelope, but getting a license can be hard for DIY draw hunters. Posts: 14,104. Fort Collins: U.S. Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. D. My . These supply the protein and minerals needed for the growth of antlers, which are the fastest-growing tissues in the animal kingdom. but that might be excluded from 23, have to check the rules. Uncertainty still lingers over exactly how CWD is spread and even the causative agent, which is likely an abnormal protein called a prion. There are many dirt roads in unit 23 providing public access to many hunting areas. ), Mule deer conservation: Issues and management challenges (pp. Joined Dec 10, 2016 Messages 363 Location Coast to coast. You will also find The Blue Range Wilderness and The Gila National Fores here. The hunting area is situated in Sand Hill country with sagebrush & grass. You are using an out of date browser. To conserve, regulate, propagate and protect the wildlife and fish within the state of New Mexico using a flexible management system that ensures sustainable use for public food supply, recreation and safety; and to provide for off-highway motor vehicle recreation (Read more), Phone: (505) 476-8000 | Toll-free (888) 248-6866, Copyright 2016 New Mexico Department of Game & Fish | All Rights Reserved, (505) 476-8000 | Toll-free (888) 248-6866. Better luck next year I guess. anyone every been allowed on property if asked permission? You can hunt New Mexico Mule Deer with us October - January Price Includes: 5 Day Hunt Meals & Accommodations Guide Services 50% hunt deposit due at time of successful draw Book Your Hunt 1 Hunter / 1 Guide 2023 Deer Hunt Draw $6,949/Hunter + tax Price Includes: 5 Day Hunt Meals & Accommodations Guide Services Factors influencing survival of desert mule deer in the greater San Andres Mountains, New Mexico. New Mexico is farther to travel to hunt deer for most of us, but personally I do believe New Mexico is an excellent option for deer and the trophy potential is likely better than most believe. Cooperative Extension programs, the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Mule Deer Working Group (www.muledeerworkinggroup.com), and State Wildlife Agencies all have publications and other information available on increasing the quality of deer habitat. Jason Herrick, CA (805) 570-9502. We have never been to that area and plan on putting in several days of scouting before the season opens. The ranch down there had a cowboy that rode the property line making sure no one crossed. Muzzleloader and rifle hunts usually take place in late October through the middle of November. *Check out our Deer Hunt Application Picks page for info on our preferred draw choices for the year.*. The rut is not very active during the first archery seasons. Interactions between predators and mule deer are complex and highly variable across distance and time; the key to understanding predation is differentiating between the act of predation and the effect of predation. The incredible and unique habitat Is what makes this hunt more than other Central AZ hunts. There is no minimum age requirement to apply and hunt. In essence, they are wasting that chance to draw a hunt. GMU 23. If you are willing to go on a guided hunt and dig into finding a quality outfitter with access to good ranches, the hunting can be very good. We have been 100% harvest on youth hunts and bulls over 350 and mule deer over 180 are killed almost every year! 8. Nonresidents should not apply for hunts that they have no chance of drawing! Hunting Unit Maps New Mexico Hunting/Recreation Maps BLM-New Mexico has partnered with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) to offer free maps of Big Game hunting units and recreational opportunities on public land using the CarryMap application. They take a bite and move on, spending little time in one spot, selecting the best foods that are available. If your first hunt choice had better odds than your second and third choice, you are essentially wasting those choices. I was out there first 6 days of September this year and didnt see any coues. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club. NM GMUs New Mexico Bear, Big Game, Navajo Big Game and Cougar Game Management Units. New Mexico Mule Deer Rifle Season. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mule deer can live about 1015 years. New Mexico Unit 23 Hunting Information - Deer Antelope Elk Free access to New Mexico Unit 23 hunting information from our experts with over 30 years experience in hunting mule deer, antelope and elk. As indicated in the table above, there are minimum numbers of permits required for nonresidents to have a chance to draw. Thanks. We hunt mule deer throughout the entire state, but we specialize in hunting units 2B, 2C, 17, 30, 31, 32, and 33. Stay out of the timber and hunt in the grassy mountain country with lots of vertical relief. Although HD can be enzootic (always present in low frequency), in mule deer it is most commonly seen in infrequent epizootics (outbreaks), which can result in a large number of deaths when deer and vector conditions are conducive to outbreaks. The standard hunts are typically lower quality, opportunity type hunts, but the cost is lower for the license. The middle elevations mostly have junipers, scrub oak brush, and pinyon pines. NM unit 23 Deer o2bwest Apr 15, 2014 Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member O o2bwest Well-Known Member Joined Jul 25, 2012 Messages 152 Location Texas Apr 15, 2014 #1 If all goes according to plan I am going to draw a deer tag for unit 23. Unit 23 New Mexico Mule Deer By Richie, May 11, 2016 in Mule Deer Hunting 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Richie Advanced Member Report post Posted May 11, 2016 Thought I'd see if anyone drew the same tag. By late July, the horn has hardened in preparation for the rut, which typically occurs in August to late September. The unit is diverse and large. These changes have driven deer populations down because they have greatly reduced both the amount and quality of mule deer habitat. hunting tags Las Cruces: New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service. Outbreaks occur during late summer or early autumn, usually in close proximity to wet areas. which unit 24 hunt did you draw ? A check for $40 to cover the non-refundable entry fee. Normally, a doe has one fawn the first time she gives birth. Because of this, most populations contain only 2550 bucks for every 100 does. I already did all my Google map searching and took on trip to learn the lay of the land, do little scouting and put up some cameras. . The resident deer populations of these areas are not high, but in a year when snow and cold temperatures occur, it can improve the migration from Colorado to these areas in New Mexico and the hunting can be really good. When reswallowed, it passes through the other chambers of the stomach and on through the digestive system. For picked up trophies, or trophies of unknown origin. Ive hunted almost veryday of my life.. the rest has been waisted. Drier and more exposed sloped tend towards either Prickly Pear and grass or Shrub Live Oak and Mazanita biomes. Heffelfinger, J. Unit 41 Oct 19-23 Unit 33 & 37 hunts run November 16-20th. Look at topos and stick to the highest country that you can find. Privacy Notice | Fawns get up on their feet only hours after birth, but they are rather unsteady and very susceptible to predation. by BloodhoundBrother Tue Sep 22, 2009 1:46 am, Post If there are no licenses remaining for the third choice, they will then move to the next application. It was are last choice. Up to 10% of the permits for each hunt are allocated to applicants through the draw who have a signed agreement with a guide/outfitter. Every year, nonresident applicants apply for hunts that they have no chance to draw because there are not enough total permits. If you can afford a guided hunt in New Mexico, applying with a guide is a great way to improve your chances of drawing a permit. I saw more mule deer then I could shake a stick at while I was out though. don't go near Glenwood, you will be in the area of units 22,23, and 16B.i have seen some deer in 21A but they are few and far between.i met a guy from Cruces while elk hunting that hunted the blm lands south of NM52 to Winston.also, i hear red mountain north of winston is decent (probably lots of pressure . For example, if an application with two people is drawn and there is only one license remaining, then that application will be rejected or if a nonresident and a resident apply together and there are not enough nonresident licenses, neither the resident or nonresident will be given a license. Joined: May 2005. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club). Since unit 23 is below the Mogollon Rim, by definition all of the Mule deer in the unit would be categorized by SCI as Desert Mule deer. Bartos, T.J. Stohlgren, and L.G. Thus, permanent watering spots should be retained and created where desired, especially in desert mule deer ranges. 3. Apr 26, 2020 #2 H. hank4elk . Each pellet is about 1/2 inch long and tapered on one end. November: Mule Deer tags for unit 23 took from 4-10 Bonus Points to secure in most cases. . This unit does have some hunting pressure on the public grounds, but those who are able and willing to put in the work have found success here in past years. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club), New Mexicos #2 typical mule deer, taken by Joseph A. Garcia in Rio Arriba County, 1965. Later in the year, from the end of March to July, the growth is added below the prong and mass is added near the base of the skull. We always hunted between Glenwood and Alma, all the way to the state line. If you use a horse to block yourself to sneak up on an animal like they do antelope up in WY it is illegal. Unless I missed it I could not find anything on that. Make sure that there are enough permits for the hunts you apply for to offer you a chance in the draw. NM Coues Deer Unit 23. For hunters who hunt with an outfitter who has access to private lands or are able to obtain permission to hunt private land, they can simply buy a permit over-the-counter (OTC) from the New Mexico Game and Fish Department (NMGFD). 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