Recent content by GilaJeff

The NM state record for non-typical muzzleloader mule deer came from that unit. I think you will find plenty of public land to hunt.

What does Africa have to do with governor's tags? And since you brought it up, how many people...American's or not, can afford to hunt Africa on a regular basis, if at all? I am talking about limiting unique and coveted tags to only those who can spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on a...

What hunt did you draw? I have hunted 23 a lot, growing up in Silver City. I now live in AZ five miles from unit 23. I used to apply for ID every year, but have never drawn a tag. Let's chat.

I grew up in Silver City and used to venture down to GMU 27 quite frequently. It used to be such a magical area. I haven't been down there in years, but here are my thoughts...If you are looking for Coues deer, hunt up high. The mule deer will be down in the flats and up to midslope. That is...

The closer we get to a European model of game management, the fewer the people who can afford to hunt, the less folks we recruit into our ranks, the less relevant the game/hunting becomes to the actual owners of the wildlife (the citizens of the state), and the fewer people who care about...

The commercialization of wildlife will be the downfall of hunting as we know it.

Alpine, AZ

I haven't drawn in New Mexico since 2019 when I drew a pronghorn tag and a deer tag. Filled both tags with great animals. I used to at least draw my third choice deer tag every year. I am looking forward to becoming a resident again in my home state. All I need to do is finish up my career...

EPLUS is the reason for low draw odds...40-50% of available tags go to land owners, depending on the unit.

I put in for points only this year. I hope to retire next winter, and then plan on spending points in 2025.

The intent of B&C was to honor the animal as a representative of the species. The ego part comes in when the hunter's names are listed.

Do you know if the garments are true to size? I have Kuiu clothes that are, but recently bought a large vest that I had to exchange for an XL.

I want a SKRE membership