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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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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”
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Upcoming Draw Deadlines

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

DateStateSpecies/Residency
December 31, 2025MontanaPreference Points Only
General Elk & Deer Combo Licenses
February 2, 2026WyomingElk (Non-Resident)
February 3, 2026ArizonaElk and Antelope
February 10, 2026OregonSpring Black Bear
February 15, 2026IdahoSpring Black Bear
February 24, 2026UtahBlack Bear
March 9, 2026NevadaMule Deer Rifle Guided Draw (tentative deadline)
March 18, 2026New MexicoBighorn Sheep, Elk, Deer, Antelope, Exotics
April 1, 2026MontanaElk and Deer (Limited and General)
April 7, 2026ColoradoAll Species Primary Draw
April 23, 2026UtahBucks, Bulls, Once-in-a-Lifetimes (tentative deadline)
April 30, 2026IdahoBighorn Sheep, Moose, Goat
April 30, 2026WyomingSheep, Moose, Goat, Bison
May 1, 2026MontanaBighorn Sheep, Moose, Goat, Bison
May 6, 2026NevadaAll Species (tentative deadline)
May 15, 2026OregonAll Species
May 27, 2026WashingtonAll Species Special Permits (tentative deadline)
June 1, 2026MontanaAntelope
June 1, 2026WyomingDeer, Antelope, Resident Elk
June 2, 2026ArizonaBighorn Sheep, Fall Bison, Deer
June 2, 2026CaliforniaAll Species
June 5, 2026IdahoControlled Elk, Deer, Antelope


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.

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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

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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.

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