Fallon, NV- Vets and Bucks Chapter Banquet
The Vets & Buck Event of the Mule Deer Foundation & A-Z Foundation Group invites you to our 3rd Annual Banquet on Saturday, November 21st at 3C Event Complex in […]
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Public vs. Private Land Hunting Opportunities
Hunting mule deer is never just about the hunt. it’s about terrain, weather, and, increasingly, land access. Anyone who has spent time chasing mule deer knows that the difference between public and private land can be night and day. Each offers unique challenges and opportunities, and understanding both is critical if you want to find success every season.
Rusty Wandler
Rusty Wandler is a native Montanan raised in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley. Rusty grew up hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping. He chased elk, mule deer and whitetail deer around the […]
Candy Yow
Candy is a passionate advocate for conservation and the preservation of our wildlife and hunting heritage. She served an eight-year term on the ODFW Access & HabitatState Board, where she […]
Bridget Wood
A native of Westport, Washington, Bridget’s rural coastal upbringing inspired a lifelong passion for wildlife and habitat stewardship. Since 2019, she has served as theWashington State Chair for the Mule […]
Chris Crabtree
Chris grew up in Northern California farming almonds, prunes, and rice, spending much of his life driving tractors and working alongside his family. His father, an agricultural teacher for 37 […]
Building Bridges: The Mule Deer Foundation’s First Transportation Liaison Connects Wildlife, Roads, and Communities
Chelsea Merriman is working to build bridges between state wildlife agencies and transportation departments to accelerate the planning and environmental compliance process for transportation projects that benefit both people and wildlife.
Why Mule Deer Are Conservation’s Icon
Spend a little time in the West chasing mule deer, watching mule deer, or just hearing about mule deer, and you start to understand something that goes beyond antlers and tags. Mule deer aren’t just a species; they’re a symbol of the west in a way that no other species can be. Mule deer are the pulse of the Western landscape, the living connection between the rugged terrain and the heritage. Protecting mule deer isn’t just about numbers; it’s about a way of life, a culture, and an identity that stretches back centuries.
Merry Christmas from the Mule Deer Foundation
As the snow settles over the mountains and the year draws to a close, we at the Mule Deer Foundation would like to take a moment to say thank you.
A Decade of Stewardship: Celebrating 10 Years of Conservation Success with the Bureau of Land Management in Colorado
Over the past decade, a groundbreaking 10-year Colorado stewardship agreement between the Bureau of Land Management and the Mule Deer Foundation has restored thousands of acres throughout a part of Colorado known as the “Mule Deer Factory.”
A Cross-Border Challenge: Canada’s Mule Deer
A friend of mine and I are considering a Canadian mule deer hunt in 2026. Maybe 2027. While in the planning process I thought I would do some research on what the Canadian mule deer population looks like and what steps are being taken to improve it. By the time I was done I had the makings of a nice little blog post that I thought some of you may be interested in so please if you are considering a cross-border mule deer hunt anytime in the near future keep reading. If hunting mule deer in Canada has never crossed her mind please used anyway because knowledge is power.
The Economic & Cultural Value of Mule Deer
Mule deer are far more than a symbol of the American West, they are a cornerstone of rural economies, a source of cultural identity, and a driver of outdoor recreation that keeps communities vibrant. Whether it’s non-resident hunters fueling small-town businesses in November or families pulling off scenic highways to photograph bucks in velvet, the presence of mule deer creates ripple effects that reach far beyond the sagebrush.
Late-Season Mule Deer Hunts: Weather as Ally and an Enemy
Late-season mule deer hunting offers a unique blend of challenge and opportunity. As November fades into December and winter settles over the West, hunters face both the beauty and the brutality of cold-weather conditions. Snow, wind, and freezing temperatures make access difficult, but they also reveal the habits and patterns of mule deer in ways that earlier seasons cannot. Understanding the dual role of weather is key to a successful late-season hunt.
Bob Ziehmer
Bob Ziehmer is a nationally respected conservation leader and longtime advocate for hunters and wildlife, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer of the Mule Deer Foundation and its affiliate, the […]
Restoring Trophy Mule Deer Habitat in Montana’s Bitterroot National Forest
A vital multi-year habitat restoration project led by the Mule Deer Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service continues to improve habitat in one of the state’s premier mule deer hunting districts.