WY Mule Deer Unit 87 — Ferris

# WY 87 – Ferris (Mule Deer) – Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 87 spans 5,847–10,016 ft elevation across 782k acres with 70% public land access, offering a mix of mid- to high-elevation terrain suitable for both archery and rifle seasons. Good public-land opportunity for DIY hunters. ## Herd Quality Recent survey data (2023–2024) shows exceptional buck:doe ratios (35–45:100), indicating strong doe recruitment and good adult survival. The 2022 ratio (56:100) is likely a small-sample artifact and should not be relied upon; the 3-year trend confirms a healthy, well-balanced herd with solid trophy potential. ## Trophy Potential Carbon...