ONX HUNT BLOG

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Western Big Game Hunting Outlook

Western biologists and wildlife managers break down everything hunters need to know headed into fall.

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How To Start Hunting: a Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide

A guide for new adult hunters to learn the basics of how to start hunting. From licenses to learning hunter’s safety, this is how and where to start.

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Hunting in CWD Areas: What You Need To Know

If CWD has been detected in your favorite hunting area, arm yourself with facts. Learn more about precautions you should take.

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Washington: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Washington has special permit drawings for deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep and turkey. The state offers bull moose, bighorn sheep (ram), and mountain goat, which are once-in-a-lifetime if successful. Learn how to make the most of your application.

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Wyoming: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Wyoming can present excellent value for resident and non-resident hunters. Make the most of your opportunities with a solid approach to application season, and keep track of upcoming changes.

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The 2026 Guide to Hunting Elk

See what you need to know about elk hunting, where to hunt elk, and how to have a successful hunt.

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Nevada Elk Hunting: Antlerless, Spike, and Depredation Tags

Nevada’s bull elk tags often require years, if not decades, of point building. For hunters looking to get into the field sooner, Nevada offers several less competitive elk hunting options.

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Arizona: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Arizona offers 10 big game species, including some of the best in the U.S., all accessible through public land hunts. Applying for tags early is key. Learn more.

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California: 2026 Hunting Application Details

California offers residents the chance to hunt for elk, antelope, bighorn sheep, pronghorn, wild pig, and bear. For nonresidents, however, the Golden State provides very few big game hunting opportunities outside of deer. Read on for details.

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Idaho: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Get the details on Idaho’s new non-resident deer and elk draw, and brush up on application season dates and processes.

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Nevada: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Nevada uses a squared bonus point system, which means it is possible to draw any available tag even if you have few or no points. See the application deadlines.

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Colorado: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Colorado’s 2026 big game application season runs March 1–April 7. Get the latest on draw deadlines, license fees, and regulation changes for elk, deer, antelope, moose, sheep, and goat. Plus: Maximize your draw odds before the system overhaul in 2028.

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Shed Hunting Tips: Regional Tactics and Strategies From the Pros

We dive into shed hunting tips and provide region-specific tactics you can use to find more antlers.

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Montana: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Home to most Western big game species, Montana offers opportunities for resident and non-resident hunters. Use Huntin’ Fool’s insights to inform your Montana application strategy.

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Utah: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Is Utah on your list this year? Read application season details from Huntin’ Fool, including what’s new, draw processes, point system 101, and deadlines.