EP. 2 WINNING THE WYOMING ELK TAG GAME - IS IT POSSIBLE?
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by deadlines, points systems, or even figuring out where to start?
Well, I’ve talked to a ton of new and intermediate western hunters and you're not alone. The good news is with the right strategies, tools, and some advice you can dramatically increase your chances of chasing elk and/or deer in the West.
Let’s be honest—between deciphering hunting regulations, analyzing harvest statistics, and wading through draw odds in multiple states, it feels like you need a college degree to navigate the increasingly complex process.
This is a huge topic, and we only scratch the surface in this show! The Wyoming deadline is looming, so today, I’m going to focus on some of the Wyoming issues and opportunities and share some insight and strong opinions!
Additional Resources
- Treeline Academy Google Earth Pro Toolkits (use code THRIVE to save 20%) –
https://www.treelineacademy.net/treeline-map-toolkit-description - GOHUNT Wyoming Corner Crossing Article:
https://www.gohunt.com/browse/news-and-updates/hunting-news/wyoming-lawmakers-want-to-legalize-corner-crossing - GOHUNT Wyoming Elk Hunting Applications 2025: Complete Guide for Nonresidents
https://youtu.be/MeRVUTmmKb4?si=pOJ_FZCa2iMHND7o - GOHUNT WY Application Strategy 2025
https://www.gohunt.com/browse/application-strategies/application-strategy-how-to-apply-for-wyoming-elk-hunts-strategies-and-tactics - How To Look Up Your Wyoming Preference Points
https://www.gohunt.com/browse/tips-and-tricks/insider/how-to-look-up-your-wyoming-preference-points - Wyoming Harvest Odds Reports -
https://wgfd.wyo.gov/licenses-applications/draw-results-odds - Hunting Fool WY State Profile: (no membership needed) -
https://www.huntinfool.com/states/wyoming/elk - Hunting Fool Wyoming State Draw Stats – (membership needed) –
https://www.huntinfool.com/drawodds - Hunting Fool Draw Deadlines -
https://www.huntinfool.com/resources/draw-deadlines - GOHUNT Draw Deadlines -
https://www.gohunt.com/browse/news-and-updates/deadlines/western-hunting-application-deadlines