On September 15, many students took the day to head into the mountains for hunting season. Even football practice was canceled so student-athletes could have the chance to participate. Unlike in some surrounding states where hunters must draw a tag, Wyoming allows hunters to purchase a general deer tag over the counter. The state is especially known for its large mule deer, particularly in the western and central regions. Thanks to healthy habitat, careful tag management, and relatively low hunting pressure, deer in Wyoming are able to reach impressive size and age. Each year, hunters from all over travel to the state for the chance to pursue one of these trophy-class animals, and teens are foremost amongst them!
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Students Share Stories from Opening Day of Deer Hunting
September 23, 2025
Bucked Up: Bran Fullmer and Daniel Nelson show the result of much scouting and hiking. Perhaps unbelievably, Fullmer said they shot the deer in southeastern Utah.
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