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  4. Javelina
  5. Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex

Archery Mule Deer DOWNLOAD HUNT BROCHURE
$ 3.00 /adult
EXPIRED

Archery Endorsement (Type 135) is required. Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2018 1 – 4 people per application
HUNT DATES
Oct 08, 2018 – Oct 11, 2018
BAG LIMIT
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
All Archery Equipment
HUNT METHOD
Compartment ; A four-wheel drive vehicle or a rough country high clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt is recommended for this hunt. A jeep or four wheeled drive that has an elevated seat or "high rack" mounted anywhere on the vehicle is NOT ALLOWED.
BAITING
Not allowed
PERMITS
Available: 12
Fee per adult: $ 130.00
Fee per youth: $ 0.00
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
LAST YEAR
Applications: 664
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 17%
 
E-Postcard Quail DOWNLOAD HUNT BROCHURE
$ 0.00 /adult
EXPIRED

All adult hunters must possess a current 2018-19 Annual Public Hunting Permit (APH) to apply.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: September 15, 2018 2018-2019 Annual Public Hunting Permit required to apply. 1 – 4 people per application
HUNT DATES
Nov 05, 2018 – Nov 08, 2018
BAG LIMIT
Daily Quail Statwid bag and possession limits apply.
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Shotguns
HUNT RESTRICTIONS
A jeep or four wheeled drive that has an elevated seat in the bed of the vehicle or on the back of a jeep, and an ATV/UTV is Prohibited. Hunting Dogs are Prohibited.
HUNT METHOD
Compartment ; It is recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive vehicle or a rough country high clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt.
BAITING
Not allowed
PERMITS
Available: 24
Fee per adult: $ 0.00
Fee per youth: $ 0.00
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Youth ages: 1- 16
Adult minimum age: 18
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
LAST YEAR
Applications: 720
Permits/Groups: 24
Success Rate: 33%
 
Gun Mule Deer DOWNLOAD HUNT BROCHURE
$ 3.00 /adult
EXPIRED

Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: October 15, 2018 1 – 4 people per application
HUNT DATES
Dec 03, 2018 – Dec 06, 2018
BAG LIMIT
One Mule Deer; Buck Only
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
HUNT RESTRICTIONS
A jeep or four wheeled drive that has an elevated seat in the bed of the vehicle or on the back of a jeep, is strictly Prohibited. No ATV/UTV. No hunting dogs allowed.
HUNT METHOD
Compartment ; It is recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive vehicle or a rough country high clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. Bring good binoculars.
BAITING
Not allowed
PERMITS
Available: 12
Fee per adult: $ 130.00
Fee per youth: $ 0.00
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
LAST YEAR
Applications: 3185
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 42%
 
Javelina DOWNLOAD HUNT BROCHURE
$ 3.00 /adult
EXPIRED

Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2018 1 – 4 people per application
HUNT DATES
Sep 24, 2018 – Sep 27, 2018
BAG LIMIT
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Handguns
Shotguns with Birdshot
HUNT RESTRICTIONS
A jeep or four wheeled drive that has an elevated seat in the bed of the vehicle or on the back of a jeep, is strictly prohibited. No ATV/UTV. No dogs.
HUNT METHOD
Compartment ; It is recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive vehicle or a rough country high clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt.
BAITING
Not allowed
PERMITS
Available: 12
Fee per adult: $ 130.00
Fee per youth: $ 0.00
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 17
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
LAST YEAR
Applications: 180
Permits/Groups: 6
Success Rate: 17%
 
Youth Only Gun Deer - Either Sex DOWNLOAD HUNT BROCHURE
$ 0.00 /adult
EXPIRED

Adult Supervisor (at least 18 years old) required. Feral hogs are in limited numbers.
Standbys may be available. Please call area to confirm.
Application Deadline Expired: August 15, 2018 2 – 4 people per application
HUNT DATES
Nov 30, 2018 – Dec 02, 2018
BAG LIMIT
One Mule Deer; Either Sex
One Javelina; Either Sex
Unlimited Feral Hogs
ONLY MEANS ALLOWED
Centerfire Rifles .243 or Larger
MEANS NOT ALLOWED
Handguns
HUNT RESTRICTIONS
A jeep or four wheeled drive that has an elevated seat in the bed of the vehicle or on the back of a jeep, is strictly prohibited. No ATV/UTV. No Dogs.
HUNT METHOD
Compartment ; It is recommended that hunters have a four-wheel drive vehicle or a rough country high clearance vehicle to participate in this hunt. Bring good binoculars.
BAITING
Not allowed
PERMITS
Available: 12
Fee per adult: $ 0.00
Fee per youth: $ 0.00
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Youth ages: 8- 16
Adult minimum age: 18
Supervising adult minimum age: 18
LAST YEAR
Applications: 281
Permits/Groups: 10
Success Rate: 25%