HUNT WHITETAIL DEER IN WYOMING THIS FALL – The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has announced the availability of permission slips for white-tailed deer hunting at the National Elk Refuge. The hunting season runs until November 27, 2024, and is part of an ongoing effort to manage the deer population in Teton County. White-tailed deer are targeted to reduce competition with native mule deer and to help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD), a neurological disease that affects deer populations.
Hunters must obtain a permission slip, which is available online, in addition to having a valid hunting license and other necessary permits. The permission slips are part of a regulated process, ensuring that only a certain number of hunters are allowed in the refuge at a time. This helps to maintain a balance in the ecosystem and supports wildlife management goals.
Hunters are also required to wear fluorescent orange or pink gear for safety and must comply with all Wyoming hunting regulations. In addition, there is a mandatory CWD sampling program in place, where hunters are required to submit harvested deer for testing. This is critical for tracking and controlling the spread of the disease within the deer population.
The refuge hunt offers a unique opportunity for hunters while contributing to wildlife management and disease prevention efforts. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department encourages interested hunters to review all rules and guidelines before participating in the hunt. For more information or to obtain permission slips, hunters can visit the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s official website.
For complete details, you can visit the Wyoming Game & Fish Department.
