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Whether you’re dialing in your application approach for a certain species, exploring units, or looking to talk with hunters who’ve drawn specific tags before, Huntin’ Fool has you covered. 

With an onX Hunt Elite Membership, you get unlimited access to Huntin’ Fool’s monthly magazine, chock full of insights on individual states and units, plus their Previous Tagholder List, which connects you with people who’ve drawn and hunted the tags you’re eyeing up. 

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STATE DIGESTS

Prep for the Draw

Every state is different and draw processes change year to year. Huntin’ Fool’s state breakdowns give you the high-level info you need to plan a season that takes you where you want to go.

Research & Planning

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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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.

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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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New Mexico: 2026 Hunting Application Details

For non-resident hunters, New Mexico primarily presents as an elk and deer state. It also offers public hunts for oryx, ibex, and Barbary sheep, as well as antelope and bighorn. The first step in any hunt is applying—let us help you with New Mexico’s process.

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Oregon: 2026 Hunting Application Details

Looking to hunt in Oregon? Get all the application season details from Huntin’ Fool, including what’s new, draw processes, point system 101, and deadlines.

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2026 State of the Union: Hunting Application Season Updates

Stay informed about updated hunting regulations for the coming season. Read on for state-by-state info.

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Alaska: Hunting Application Details

Alaska’s drawing hunt permits run on a pure lottery system, meaning everyone has equal chances at permits. Read the details here.

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Washington: 2025 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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Planning Your Short, Intermediate, and Long-Term Hunting Application Strategy

Huntin’ Fool walks through how to put together a strategy for your application goals. Discover the best hunting application strategy for western hunting.

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Pay To Play: Tackling Once-in-a-Lifetime Hunts

Huntin’ Fool looks at strategies for once-in-a-lifetime species. The first question you should ask is, “Where do I apply to have the best chance of drawing a tag?”

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Huntin’ Fool on Coues Deer Hunting Opportunities

Discover exclusive Coues deer hunting in the desert regions of Arizona, New Mexico, and Mexico with Huntin’ Fool’s expert planning and guidance.

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Navigating Moose Draws With Huntin’ Fool

Unlock the secrets to successful moose draws with Huntin’ Fool. Explore strategies for drawing tags on Shiras, Canadian, and Alaska-Yukon moose.

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Blacktail Deer Hunting Possibilities With Huntin’ Fool

In this article, Huntin’ Fool focuses on Columbian and Sitka blacktail deer hunting opportunities.

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Mule Deer Draw Strategies for the West With Huntin’ Fool

Huntin’ Fool addresses different strategies for acquiring mule deer permits by either drawing or purchasing vouchers across the West. 

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Elk Draw Strategies Across the West With Huntin’ Fool

Huntin’ Fool breaks down the top states to apply for limited-entry Rocky Mountain elk tags where hunters are looking for trophy bulls vs. the best states for easy-to-obtain elk tags.

My first time hunting Wyoming was unforgettable. I burned my hard-earned points on a general tag, determined to find a mature 6-point bull and experience the country I’d been dreaming about for years.

From the moment we arrived, the mountains were alive: bulls were still bugling, wolves howled, and we crossed paths with grizzlies. Each day brought wild encounters, culminating in finding the kind of bull I’d been hoping for. The combination of elk rut energy, big-country solitude, and the raw wildness of Wyoming made it one of the coolest hunts I’ve ever done. – Dylan Dowson

Your Complete System for Securing Tags

Whether you’re chasing a once-in-a-lifetime hunt or just looking to fill the freezer, your season starts with onX Hunt’s application tools—all included with an Elite Membership:

• Hunt Research Tools: Draw odds, tag trends, and harvest stats for 11 western states (Washington is not yet available) to help you decide where to apply. 
• Huntin’ Fool: In-depth insights to navigate state-specific systems and build better strategies. 
• HuntReminder: Text and email alerts so you never miss a deadline.

One membership, every tool you need to make 2026 the year.

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Build a Better Hunting Season

Whether you’re dialing in your application approach for a certain species, exploring units, or looking to talk with hunters who’ve drawn specific tags before, Huntin’ Fool has you covered. 

With an onX Hunt Elite Membership, you get unlimited access to Huntin’ Fool’s monthly magazine, chock full of insights on individual states and units, plus their Previous Tagholder List, which connects you with people who’ve drawn and hunted the tags you’re eyeing up. 

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Huntin’ Fool Perks

For nearly three decades, Huntin’ Fool has helped members go on more hunts with better information. Learn more about how their services simplify your planning efforts. With Elite, you get Huntin’ Fool’s:

• eMagazine, With Strategic Advice and Tactical “How Tos”




• Previous Tagholder List




• Endorsed Outfitters




• Hunt Giveaways




• Notifications




• Draw Cost Calculator

Upcoming Draw Deadlines

Application season moves fast. Use Huntin’ Fool to inform your strategy before these deadlines close.

STATE DIGESTS

Prep for the Draw

Every state is different and draw processes change year to year. Huntin’ Fool’s state breakdowns give you the high-level info you need to plan a season that takes you where you want to go.

We’ll be updating these as information rolls in.

My first time hunting Wyoming was unforgettable. I burned my hard-earned points on a general tag, determined to find a mature 6-point bull and experience the country I’d been dreaming about for years.

From the moment we arrived, the mountains were alive: bulls were still bugling, wolves howled, and we crossed paths with grizzlies. Each day brought wild encounters, culminating in finding the kind of bull I’d been hoping for. The combination of elk rut energy, big-country solitude, and the raw wildness of Wyoming made it one of the coolest hunts I’ve ever done. – Dylan Dowson

Your Complete System for Securing Tags

Whether you’re chasing a once-in-a-lifetime hunt or just looking to fill the freezer, your season starts with onX Hunt’s application tools—all included with an Elite Membership:

• Hunt Research Tools: Draw odds, tag trends, and harvest stats for 11 western states (Washington is not yet available) to help you decide where to apply. 




• Huntin’ Fool: In-depth insights to navigate state-specific systems and build better strategies. 




• HuntReminder: Text and email alerts so you never miss a deadline.

One membership, every tool you need to make 2026 the year.

See Your Draw Odds


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Build a Better Hunting Season

Whether you’re dialing in your application approach for a certain species, exploring units, or looking to talk with hunters who’ve drawn specific tags before, Huntin’ Fool has you covered. 

With an onX Hunt Elite Membership, you get unlimited access to Huntin’ Fool’s monthly magazine, chock full of insights on individual states and units, plus their Previous Tagholder List, which connects you with people who’ve drawn and hunted the tags you’re eyeing up. 

Go To Huntin’ Fool






Get Access With Elite






Get Access With Elite

Huntin’ Fool Perks

For nearly three decades, Huntin’ Fool has helped members go on more hunts with better information. Learn more about how their services simplify your planning efforts. With Elite, you get Huntin’ Fool’s:

• eMagazine, With Strategic Advice and Tactical “How Tos”




• Previous Tagholder List




• Endorsed Outfitters




• Hunt Giveaways




• Notifications




• Draw Cost Calculator

Upcoming Draw Deadlines

Application season moves fast. Use Huntin’ Fool to inform your strategy before these deadlines close.

STATE DIGESTS

Prep for the Draw

Every state is different and draw processes change year to year. Huntin’ Fool’s state breakdowns give you the high-level info you need to plan a season that takes you where you want to go.

We’ll be updating these as information rolls in.

My first time hunting Wyoming was unforgettable. I burned my hard-earned points on a general tag, determined to find a mature 6-point bull and experience the country I’d been dreaming about for years.

From the moment we arrived, the mountains were alive: bulls were still bugling, wolves howled, and we crossed paths with grizzlies. Each day brought wild encounters, culminating in finding the kind of bull I’d been hoping for. The combination of elk rut energy, big-country solitude, and the raw wildness of Wyoming made it one of the coolest hunts I’ve ever done. – Dylan Dowson

Your Complete System for Securing Tags

Whether you’re chasing a once-in-a-lifetime hunt or just looking to fill the freezer, your season starts with onX Hunt’s application tools—all included with an Elite Membership:

• Hunt Research Tools: Draw odds, tag trends, and harvest stats for 11 western states (Washington is not yet available) to help you decide where to apply. 




• Huntin’ Fool: In-depth insights to navigate state-specific systems and build better strategies. 




• HuntReminder: Text and email alerts so you never miss a deadline.

One membership, every tool you need to make 2026 the year.

See Your Draw Odds


Set Up Your Alerts






Unlock It All With Elite






Unlock It All With Elite

You’ve Got the Strategy,
Now Get the Gear

Explore Your Elite Pro Deals

View All