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Wyoming — Bighorn Sheep

WY Bighorn Sheep Unit 17 — Ferris-Seminoe

Total Acres
797,034
Public Land
70%
Elevation
5,344–10,016 ft

Season DatesDraft

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — Type 7Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026—female
2026Archery — Type 2Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026—male
2026Archery — Type 6Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026—female
2026Archery — Type 1Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026—male
2026Rifle — Type 2Sep 1, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026—male
2026Rifle — Type 6Sep 15, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026—female
2026Rifle — Type 7Sep 15, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026—female
2026Rifle — Type 1Sep 1, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026—male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
8
Avg Score
181.5
Top Score
185.5
Recent (5yr)
3

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

67per 100

2024 Survey

Fawn : Doe

48per 100

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# WY 17 Ferris-Seminoe — Bighorn Sheep Analysis ## Terrain & Access Elevation ranges 5,344–10,016 ft across 797,000 acres with 70% public land. This is high, rugged bighorn country suitable for capable backcountry hunters. Nonresidents hunting designated wilderness areas must hire a licensed Wyoming outfitter/guide. ## Herd Quality & Population Survey data indicates good availability of rams with ¾-curl or longer horns. Recent field observations confirm strong ram recruitment. Sheep numbers are...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Type 1nonresident610
2023Type 1resident8692
2023Type 1 (Pref Point)nonresident621
2023Type 1 (Pref Point)resident8767

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023All Types272696.3%