Always seen more bears and lions then mature bucks. 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. Mule deer bucks have antlers that are forked (Figure 2) instead of being like a white-tailed deer's, whose points rise from the main beam (Figure 3). Mule Deer, New Mexico, Unit 23, Rifle Ron Pettibone 21 subscribers Subscribe 22 Share 2.5K views 1 year ago This is a short video that I made from stills from my iPhone on November 8th,. Bender, L.C., J.C. Boren, H. Halbritter, and S. Cox. Apr 26, 2020 #1 CouesKelly Well-known member . He earned his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club. I do not recommend applicants applying as a group for antelope to maximize their chance of drawing. Applicants can also apply via telephone by calling (888) 248-6866. This list is provided courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club. Was going to go out this weekend, but due to unforseen events, I have to work the weekend (again). . Is anyone familiar with coues densities in unit 23 outside of the Burro Mtn Area? Winter diets may be supplemented with firs, pines, and other evergreens, though in limited quantities because many of these conifers contain secondary plant compounds that are toxic to deer, inhibiting function of their digestive systems. We also highly recommend unit 31, unit 32, and unit 33 as we have private ranches there with some great deer quality! I will be in there the first two weeks of Sept.. by thedesertbuck Fri Jun 23, 2006 1:09 pm, Post There are many dirt roads in unit 23 providing public access to many hunting areas. 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. 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. Tried the high country, tried the mountains more south, hiked the river, all to see nothing but sign. Many portions of the unit where Mule deer live are definitely not "desert" habitats, aside from the southern fifth near Roosevelt Lake. 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. 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. 2011. So I stalked down there and shot the buck about 60 yards off the road. Thus, permanent watering spots should be retained and created where desired, especially in desert mule deer ranges. Harvest reporting is mandatory, even if you do not harvest. Box 30001 | Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001, 2022 New Mexico State University - Board of Regents, College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences. Look at topos and stick to the highest country that you can find. Hows it going Im from Morenci ,AZ. See more about the Big Game Records Program. The deer are pocketed and not wide spread and not high population numbers due to the desert climate. Contents of publications may be freely reproduced for educational purposes. by bowtechjwar Thu Aug 12, 2010 9:42 pm, Post It may not display this or other websites correctly. We love guiding mule deer hunts in the famed Strip and Kaibab region (units 13A, 13B, 12AE, 12AW, 12B, 12BW) and have over three decades experience hunting this very special place. Refuge primarily comes in the form of remote, rough wilderness areas or areas that are mostly private land or a complex mix of private/public that can be hard to access. Three years ago, New Mexico made a slight adjustment to their license allocation to guarantee that 84% of the licenses for each hunt goes to resident applicants. When the female is no longer receptive, the buck will leave her to seek other does. Lou Bender is a Research Scientist (Wildlife) with the Department of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources at NMSU. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Excited for the challenge. Also if a rancher puts out a salt lick for cows by water you are not considered baiting by the wardens. Antler growth has been decent during the previous few years, but there is much more potential for better growth in 2023. Gaining access to hunt private land on your own is not easy due to outfitters leasing access to the quality private land parcels. In regards to areas that can also offer the chance at bigger bucks, I would suggest applicants consider what it requires for a buck to mature and acquire the age to grow a trophy set of antlers. Also if anybody has any pointers for elk in that unit I sure will listen. When applying as a party, one applicant will apply first and, upon completing the process, will receive a party application number. Outbreaks occur during late summer or early autumn, usually in close proximity to wet areas. Later, improved range management favoring grasses over shrubs, control of fires allowing shrublands to grow old or develop into closed forests, and greatly reduced logging all reduced preferred mule deer habitats. It simply just isn't the norm. I drew an elk archery tag down there so I should do some scouting before September and I can tell you what I see for deer. Real close to Tucson but closer to the new mexico border. 3 beds . His research and management programs emphasize ungulate and carnivore management, integrated wildlife and livestock habitat management, and wildlife enterprises in the Southwest and internationally. There will be lots of road hunters but it's not hard to get away from them. Both residents and nonresidents can apply in the guide draw, but they must have a signed guide/client agreement to do so. We have been 100% harvest on youth hunts and bulls over 350 and mule deer over 180 are killed almost every year! well I guess not much action goes on in this unit,.. hahaha. Never have over here but I go to school at NMSU and figured this might be alright. Advertise With Us. Because of the way New Mexico conducts their draw, there is some strategy in how you stagger your hunt choices. That is no longer the case. . The jagged, shredded end of the twig results when the lower incisors pinch the twig against the toothless upper gums. Messmer. As previously stated, there is good antelope hunting on private land and those licenses are available OTC if you can gain written permission to hunt or if you book a hunt with an outfitter who has access to private lands. Which hunt do you have? New Mexicos antler growth in most areas of the state is directly tied to the quality of the feed derived from winter, spring and early summer moisture. Deer of the Southwest. Go. Terms of Use | You agree you accept our Terms & Conditions for posting this ad. I hunted the unit years ago and saw a really nice buck down south of Mule Creek against the private land. Never hunted down in that part of New Mexico. The units above represent the best options in terms of quality, but there are many more hunts to choose from many of which have better odds. The unit has somewhat of a cult like dedication from Resident hunters, despite the fact that it is not well known for big giant deer. 2023 Rifle Antelope Tag Unit 3/301 PLO 2 Ranches. The tail itself is white with a small black tip. Lordsburg, NM hunting license Send me a PM. saying "guns kill people" is like saying "the spoon made rosie fat". (Print friendly PDF). Units 2B, 2C, 5B and Unit 7 have all offered hunts that occur in early to mid-November. During breeding periods, mature bucks cover a large area in search of receptive females (does). Residents are guaranteed 84% of the permits for each hunt. 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. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Heffelfinger, J. Wife drew a nov 18, Burro Mt rifle mule deer last year She ended up taking a realy nice buck. College Station: Texas A&M University Press. Game Management Unit (GMU) Pronghorn Private Lands. Leftover tags will go on sale at June 24 at 10 a.m. MDT. Condition, survival, and cause-specific mortality of mule deer in northcentral New Mexico. Range conditions should be much better this year and antelope bucks should experience an excellent growth year. 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. We have never been to that area and plan on putting in several days of scouting before the season opens. Up to four applicants can apply in a party for deer and antelope. Apply online here. Despite declines, mule deer are still present in all 33 counties in New Mexico. The Northern and high elevation portions of the unit are made up primarily of Ponderosa Pine dominated forests, below the Mogollon Rim and parts of the Sierra Ancha Mountains. stay near the river we had luck near alma lots of nice places to camp there also. NMSU and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating. As indicated in the table above, there are minimum numbers of permits required for nonresidents to have a chance to draw. About Us | west of sunflower mesa to the az line is good. They lose their spots two to three months after they are born. Work put in a last minute request that I ended up having to fill, so I got stuck working this weekend. Our guide, Dan Hiegel, set up a nice campsite in unit 23, and we met him there. 2007. How are the deer? Go through the photos, reviews and book now! Not many whitetails in that unit any more, but the NM/AZ border north of Mule Creek is about as good as anywhere. Thread starter CouesKelly; Start date Apr 26, 2020; 1; 2; Next. (Photo: Courtesy of Boone and Crockett Club), New Mexico record desert bighorn sheep. Yes there are deer and Lions and bears and plenty of hunters. I have been doing some e-scouting in the hell-hole wilderness area close to the Arizona border and the Mule creek area up at the north end of the unit. Hunt may be upgraded to 1 on 1 guide service for an additional charge. Probably the most publicized diseases of mule deer are the epizootic hemorrhagic disease-bluetongue complex (collectively called hemorrhagic disease [HD]) and chronic wasting disease (CWD). The Arizona Deer Draw Deadline is the second Tuesday in June annually. The roads will be driven every day by about 20 different vehicles. The unit at times appears never-ending with great vehicular access to many unfettered wild areas. 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. Shepperd, D. Binkley, D.L. Whether predation is mostly additive or mostly compensatory varies with the specific local conditions of the predator and prey communities, and their surroundings. The smaller or less-aggressive bucks recognize their superiors and usually give in to their dominance. Stick around for a little while and contribute to a few threads first to get your post count up. Horses, Hunting, Fishing, Martial Arts and History. The funny thing is they drove right past about 10 deer without even seeing them. Clearly focused, close-up photographs of the front, left side, and right side of your trophys antlers or horns or tusks. Landscape dynamics of aspen and conifer forests. The antlers are shed following the breeding season each winter, and new antlers begin growing shortly after the old ones are dropped. Owners who want to improve mule deer habitat on private lands should keep in mind a wide range of considerations. Acknowledgement: Some of the information presented here was obtained from publications of the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (www.wildlife.state.nm.us). Also would mind exchanging info with someone that is going to be up there incase they need help with anything. ready to see some new country though and ready for some adventure!! 180 6/8: This, combined with a faster metabolism than elk or cattle, is what drives their need for high-quality, easily digestible foods. Our guided mule deer hunts take place on several different private ranches in 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. The Blue Range Wilderness and Burro Mountain are found throughout this unit. I grabbed a Jan archery tag in the same unit. Mule deer can live about 1015 years. Licenses can be picked up here. Clements, C.D., and J.A. Rifle Elk Hunts - Units 5B, 6A, 6C. 2020 New Mexico leftover permit list Share this article For 2020, there are 711 deer and 56 youth-only antelope licenses leftover in New Mexico. 9. Plus hunting for wild turkeys, small game, upland birds, and waterfowl makes New Mexico a standout state. It's easy! by thedesertbuck Sat Jun 24, 2006 7:40 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Copyright 2000 - 2019, MuleyMadness.com The draw odds for these late season hunts are very long, typically 1% or less, but for those who do draw a tag and have the time to hunt, there are good opportunities for 170+ bucks. New Mexico Mule Deer Rifle Season. New Mexico also added some rut mule deer hunts in 2019 that are world class hunts for big deer. For your convenience, you can pay your hunt deposit, securely, online. Introduction. Consider these factors as you look at the individual units. Mule deer inhabit virtually all habitat types in the unit. Seasonally, mule deer diets are >60% browse in spring, >50% browse in summer and autumn, and >80% browse in winter (Heffelfinger, 2006). Unbred mature does are rare in New Mexico. Browsing by deer leaves jagged twig ends. Stay out of the timber and hunt in the grassy mountain country with lots of vertical relief. Habitat changes resulting from extensive logging, initial overgrazing of grasslands, and large wildfires greatly favored mule deer by creating large areas of shrublands and early successional (saplings) forests. Everything you need is always in one place at GOHUNT. NM unit 45 youth mule deer hunt. Been a loooong time since i have been there. Second, we recommend that you apply with the best hunt (worst odds) as your first choice and then select progressively better odds (average hunts) as your second and third choices. Please hunt responsibly, obey all signage and have a safe legal hunt. 2023 Western Hunting Application Deadlines, New feature released on Insider Hunt Planner, Point Tracker: Your first step in researching hunts, How to import waypoints from other sources to GOHUNT Maps, Dialing in your fitness now to be ready for fall, Research your way to big bucks with a tool you're probably not using, The ABCs of finding a legit hunting partner. I understand this is an old thread, but want to reply anyway, Iowa hunters are now allowed to use necked rifle cartridges (with some caliber restrictions). Mule deer are New Mexico's most important big game species. Privacy Notice | I have the same archery tag. When hunting elk in unit 23 there are a few things to keep in mind. To further explain: once your application is considered, they will attempt to allocate your first hunt choice. All other rights reserved. 1997. NM GMUs New Mexico Bear, Big Game, Navajo Big Game and Cougar Game Management Units. by hunterman67 Sat Jun 24, 2006 2:18 pm, Post Residents are guaranteed a minimum of 84% of the licenses for each hunt. That was the most action I saw the entire hunt. * All prices are per person, tax of 6.1875% , your license, meat processing, and trophy care are not included in prices above. by BloodhoundBrother Tue Aug 25, 2009 3:16 pm, Post **50% is usually required to book hunt unless otherwise noted. The archery hunt is early generally running from Aug. 12 to 20, 2023. 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. Pion and juniper may be used during dry seasons and winter months despite plant toxins, the effects of which can be minimized by mixing these with other plant species. POLL: when was the last time you went to a drive-in movie. Lots of deer around Silver City and over in the Burro Mnts. Guided Elk hunts, Deer hunts, Antelope hunts, and Oryx hunts. Dan immediately loaded us up and took us to a lookout point not far from camp. same hunt in 23 and 24- same time ????????? Trophy potential on average is fairly moderate. The track is from 2 3/4 to 3 1/4 inches long, and the walking stride is 22 to 24 inches long. Good country though. Up to four applicants can apply as a party for deer and antelope. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club.). (Photo by Terry Spivey, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org.). Drew a whitetail tag for that unit, and have never hunted it before. 702.847.8747 For permission to use publications for other purposes, contact pubs@nmsu.edu or the authors listed on the publication. In late August or September, the velvet dries up and is rubbed off on small trees and shrubs as the antlers harden or mineralize. Richie, May 11, 2016 in Mule Deer Hunting, Thought I'd see if anyone drew the same tag. Check out the rates and availability. May 27, 2015. Next Last. In essence, they are wasting that chance to draw a hunt. Muzzleloader Mule Deer Hunt - Successful. Lower elevation and Southerly sloped are predominately Pion-Juniper landscapes. Bender, L.C., L.A. Lomas, and J. Browning. The middle elevations mostly have junipers, scrub oak brush, and pinyon pines. Drier and more exposed sloped tend towards either Prickly Pear and grass or Shrub Live Oak and Mazanita biomes. hunting tags Media | The deposit required to secure this mule deer hunt is $500. Here is a list of Official Measurers you may contact to have your trophy officially scored. 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. Lomas, L.A., and L.C. Compared to other Central Arizona units like 21,22, and 24B unit 23 is pretty on par quality wise. Media | The hunting area is situated in Sand Hill country with sagebrush & grass. After the horn is shed, new growth begins with the prong and goes upward. Las Vegas, NV 89113. Predators kill deer in New Mexico each year. Apr 26, 2020 #2 H. hank4elk . I rember hunting this unit once when I was going to school at state. Hoenes, and C.L. Can anyone tell me anything about the unit? Highway 90 runs throughout the middle part of the unit. (Photograph courtesy of the Boone and Crockett Club), New Mexicos #2 typical mule deer, taken by Joseph A. Garcia in Rio Arriba County, 1965. We consider the November season to be an "opportunity" category hunt with mature representative deer as the average but lacking in true trophy class potential. Colorado Landowner Tags for Sale. GMU 23. Thanks for the input and PM's folks. draw odds *Check out our Deer Hunt Application Picks page for info on our preferred draw choices for the year.*. GOHUNT is a registered trademark of GOHUNT, LLC. Despite this, hunters should avoid eating venison from infected animals (or other obviously sick animals) and should use simple precautions, such as wearing latex gloves when handling deer or elk from areas known to have CWD. By late July, the horn has hardened in preparation for the rut, which typically occurs in August to late September. They will be PM's as my daughter and I get to hunt deer in 13 again with the smoke pole. 4. 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. Stay out of the timber and hunt in the grassy mountain country with lots of vertical relief. It is country that draws you in with curiosity and reveals enough to always pique your interest. Guidelines for management of habitat for mule deer: Pion-juniper, Chihuahuan desert, arid grasslands, and associated arid habitat types [Circular 662]. Hike and get away from them and You mite find a good Buck. Become an Insider member to gain access to this article, plus all of GOHUNT's research and mapping tools. Well found out the hard way to not tag onto someone else's app that doesn't know what they're doing. An original score chart signed and dated by an official B&C measurer. Any body know of unit 24? There are good bucks taken in other parts of the state, but be prepared for a lot of scouting and time to hunt in order to find older age class bucks. Make sure that there are enough permits for the hunts you apply for to offer you a chance in the draw. A check for $40 to cover the non-refundable entry fee. Malnutrition is the most common cause of death (excluding hunting) in studied mule deer populations in New Mexico. In general, mule deer have been declining in numbers in New Mexico since populations peaked around the 1960s, similar to declines seen throughout the West (Heffelfinger and Messmer, 2003). Higher elevations consist of ponderosa pines, Gambel oaks, mountain mahoganies, and oak brush. Desert mule deer prefer shrublands and woodlands in desert mountain ranges and hills, or arroyos in arid desert flats. How are the deer? New Mexico generally has stable deer populations and, although its not considered among the top tier trophy producing states, there are a decent number of big bucks taken each year. I just bought the same tag. In my opinion, this change does have the potential to improve odds for the muzzleloader hunts. 23.12 acres $1,675,999. But have seen a few decent ones. Mule deer may also stot, or bounce stiff-leggedly on all four legs, when fleeing. Lots of private or public land? There is no bonus or preference points system. I put in for my archery hunts as always. Anyone with some experience in the area that could give some insight as to if this is Coues country rather than Mule deer? Most of the remainder of the diet is forbs, and grasses and succulents (e.g., cacti) usually contribute much less than 10% seasonally. Eric M. Rominger, PhD, Bighorn Sheep Biologist is an official Boone and Crockett Club Measurer. Well looks like me and the wife both drew a New mexico 23, 24 Mule deer tag. Joined Dec 10, 2016 Messages 363 Location Coast to coast. In southern New Mexico, common foods include mountain mahogany, oaks, skunkbush, yucca, ceanothus, mesquite pods, globemallow, vervain, and silktassel. 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. There are two subspecies of mule deer in New Mexico, the Rocky Mountain mule deer (O. hemionus hemionus) and the desert mule deer (O. hemionus eremicus). 2010. The same process is involved in the growth of the new antlers, which are covered by a skin called velvet that contains an extensive network of blood vessels. Applicants must purchase a hunting or combination hunting/fishing license to apply. All the laws are not in the proclamation but if you follow it you should be good for the most part. We both drew The nov 12- 16th mule deer. New Mexico has areas that meet these criteria and the bulk of the bigger bucks that are coming out of New Mexico that are outside of the well known hunts are coming from those areas areas that have good habitat/feed and provide refuge from other hunters. Audrey McQueen is NINE Time World Champion Elk Caller Over 20 years in Guiding Experience hunt@trophyridgeoutfitters.net 49 Bill Knight Gap Rd. Rifle hunt dates: Throughout the month of October. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The actual diet of deer is very diverse and reflects what is available. Hunters under the age of 18 must have completed a hunters education course to purchase a hunting license and apply in the draw. Las Cruces: New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service. Many of the biggest bucks each year are harvested from private lands; however, there are still great bucks on public land for the DIY draw hunters. Every year, we see a good number of applicants who apply for hunts that have no nonresident licenses available. Unit 9, 13, 15, 16E, 17, 23, 24, 34 (Also includes Crossbow and Archery) (License . Applicants must front the entire cost of the license(s) they apply for. We came acrosss some nice bucks, but we couldn't get close enough or a good shot (with a rifle). Mule deer have a gestation period of about seven months. Doug Bennett, Jr., TX (713) 478-1336. They take a bite and move on, spending little time in one spot, selecting the best foods that are available. Click thetab headings below to learn more: The bull (in the gallery below) was harvested during the 2015-2016 season in GMU 15. In all areas, a wide variety of other forbs are important depending upon what exactly is available. These are, as noted previously, mainly browse and forbs. Utah took advantage of a combination of favorable weather, aggressive habitat management, and strict regulations to increase its mule deer population by as much as 100,000 from 2008 to 2016, pushing the size of the herd past 380,000 animals. Bender. The "good old days" of the 1950s and 1960s are gone forever; the circumstances that created so much high-quality habitat can never be duplicated in modern times. In areas where deer are abundant, antlerless and either-sex hunts are used. Antlers from a white-tailed deer. Ill be going up this weekend for my last shot as I have no more PTO lol going to work the lower San Francisco wilderness study area. 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