tkjwonta
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It seems like nearly every "classic" mule deer destination is dwindling in both quality and quantity of deer. Yet, in the last few years it seems like Oak Creek has cranked out a few really nice bucks and the drawing odds and auction tag prices clearly reflect that.
Is this just an isolated incident, or is there something that we can learn from this instance and apply to mule deer management more broadly? Limited competition from elk? Low human encroachment/development? Difficult terrain? Predator control?
It seems like it's very difficult to pinpoint a reason for mule deer declines across the west, so maybe it is helpful to look to one of the rare areas that is doing well. Any thoughts?
Is this just an isolated incident, or is there something that we can learn from this instance and apply to mule deer management more broadly? Limited competition from elk? Low human encroachment/development? Difficult terrain? Predator control?
It seems like it's very difficult to pinpoint a reason for mule deer declines across the west, so maybe it is helpful to look to one of the rare areas that is doing well. Any thoughts?