Restoring Native Grasslands and Riparian Systems in Central Arizona
Restoring central Arizona’s grasslands is bringing life back to wildlife migration areas in Prescott National Forest.
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Corporate Leadership in Conservation: Savage Arms Invests in the Future of Mule Deer
Out West, water is life. In the high desert, it can mean the difference between a herd that thrives and one that struggles to survive. For mule deer navigating drought, development, and long migration routes, a single reliable water source can change everything.
Mule Deer Foundation and Wyoming Community Foundation Advance Snowy Range Forest Restoration Thanks to Anonymous Donor
The Mule Deer Foundation and Wyoming Community Foundation continue their forest restoration partnership thanks to a generous, anonymous private donor.
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Chris Jenkins
Chris was born and raised in Northern Utah, where she developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. From an early age, she spent time in the mountains with her family […]
How to Scout Mule Deer When You Have Limited Time
If there’s one thing most of us don’t have enough of, it’s time. Between work, family, and everything else life throws at us, scouting days can be limited, and for many hunters, that reality defines the entire season. The good news? You don’t need weeks in the field to find mule deer.
Mule Deer Foundation Commits $2.4 million to Utah Watershed Restoration Initiative Projects in Fiscal Year 2027
Mule Deer Foundation’s contribution accounted for more than one-third of the $6 million pledged collectively by Utah’s leading conservation groups.
Mule Deer Foundation Applauds Passage of Utah H.B. 431 Supporting Wildlife Crossings and Migration Connectivity
This new Wildlife Crossing Amendments legislation in Utah will help the Mule Deer Foundation help increase deer populations across the state.
Mule Deer Foundation Awarded $4 Million by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to Advance Grassland Conservation Across the Great Plains
Mule Deer Foundation awarded $4 million through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative.
How to Draw a Coveted Mule Deer Tag: Insider Tips by State
Drawing a mule deer tag in the West is both art and science. For many hunters, it’s a years‑long commitment that involves understanding complex state draw systems, preference‑ or bonus-point mechanics, and smart application strategy. Whether you’re chasing a trophy buck in Colorado, building points in Wyoming, or playing the lottery in Idaho, each state demands a tailored approach.
Below is a state-by-state breakdown of insider strategies for drawing mule deer tags in some of the most coveted mule deer units, along with general principles that apply to any draw season.
Mule Deer Foundation Receives $500,000 From the Salt River Project to Expand Forest Restoration and Watershed Resiliency in Central Arizona
The Salt River Project has awarded the Mule Deer Foundation $500,000 to expand forest restoration efforts in Prescott National Forest.
What to Know Before Applying for Western Mule Deer Draws
By Cody Fongemie You’ve made your decision; you’re going out west for a mule deer hunt. So, you log on to your computer and start trying to figure out how […]
Glassing Techniques for Western Mule Deer
There’s a reason seasoned mule deer hunters spend more time behind their optics than they do behind the trigger. In the wide, broken country of the West, success often comes down to what you can see.
Glassing is a discipline. And like any discipline, it rewards patience, attention to detail, and a methodical approach.
Top Public Land States for 2026 DIY Mule Deer Hunts
There’s something timeless about a do-it-yourself mule deer hunt. It’s you, a map (or OnX), a tag in your pocket, and a wide sweep of Western horizon that seems to promise both possibility and humility in equal measure. No outfitter, no extraneous comforts, just boot leather, glass, and personal durability. For most of us staffers here, Public land is the only way we get to chase these deer and we take pride in our ability to try somewhere new and find a way to a notched tag. What follows is our line of logic and reasoning behind where we plan to hunt this year culminating in a list of five of the best options for public land, DIY opportunity, and accessible adventure