Hunters in Area 157 - Boysen, Wyoming, should be aware of a few key insights shared by their peers. The land designated by the Bureau of Reclamation and the Sand Mesa Wildlife Habitat Management Area is generally open for hunting, but double-check with local game and fish authorities to ensure there are no recent changes. Some discrepancies have been noticed with map boundaries, particularly concerning the inclusion of Unit 170, which, as of current updates, is not part of the Type 1 tag and should be Unit 171. However, Unit 171 consists largely of private land and the Wind River Indian Reservation, with very limited public access. Mule deer populations are reportedly on the decline due to CWD, especially affecting bucks, and hunters have faced challenges with access, as a large ranch previously offering access was sold, reducing hunting land availability. For better odds, the Type 6 tag, covering Doe or fawn from October 1 to November 10, tends to have higher success rates. It’s crucial to verify specific unit boundaries on updated maps and understand local land access restrictions to improve hunting success in this unit.
