Wyoming Mule Deer Lottery Success-Need Advice

[DocHunter]

I have been drawn for a Wyoming Mule Deer Lottery tag and have been informed that the hunts begin September 15, 22, and 29. I will be hunting about 60 miles south of Jackson Hole. Outfitting will be provided by Great Plains Outfitters. Can anyone give me any advice regarding which dates to choose? I spoke briefly with the outfitter who said he could not really suggest one over the other, except that the first would be more crowded. Apparently residents can get tags over the counter and hunt the area we will be hunting. I am inclined to go to either of the other two dates, but would welcome any suggestions. I will probably be using a Remington 700 BDL in .270 with a Ruger No. 1 in 7x57 as a backup with handloads for both.
Thanks.

[gspsonny03]

I agree with your outfitter. I don't see that there is a whole lot of difference in any of them, with the exception of if you are maybe thinking of a velvet buck, the later you go the harder it will be for them to still be wearing velvet. On the other hand the later you go the cooler it will be for any hanging meat that you may have. It can still be plenty warm even in the mountains that time of year. I have seen where we got 6" of snow though too, although it don't stay on the ground long, so it's all a crap shoot.
I'd go when ever it's more convenient for you and whatever your desires are. Best of luck to you. That's a good area, so post us a picture of your monster buck when you get back.:cool: