NM Mule Deer Unit 28
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rifle (Der-1-287) — Der-1-287 | Dec 19, 2026 — Dec 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle (Der-1-288) — Der-1-288 | Dec 19, 2026 — Dec 20, 2026 | — | either |
AI Scout Analysis
# NM 28 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 28 spans 688,000 acres of public land (99.9%) across mid to high elevation (3,966–7,489 ft), providing excellent accessibility for do-it-yourself hunters with no wilderness barriers or guide requirements. The vast majority public land base minimizes crowding and private-land conflicts common in other NM units. ## Herd Quality & Trends Harvest data shows strong consistency: 2024 success rates of 45–47% across both rifle seasons indicate a...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-287) | resident | 336 | 21 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-287) | nonresident | 97 | 2 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-287) | outfitter | 28 | 2 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-288) | resident | 50 | 21 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-288) | nonresident | 40 | 2 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Der-1-288) | outfitter | 2 | 2 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2022 | Rifle (Der-1-277) | 25 | 1 | 6.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle (Der-1-278) | 25 | 10 | 50.0% |