Unit 36A is not the unit that gets the most ink in Coues deer conversation. That distinction typically goes to the trophy sky island units further east — the Chiricahuas, the Huachucas, the Santa Ritas in adjacent units. But what 36A offers that most of those units do not is a genuinely accessible entry pointContinue reading “Hunting Coues Deer in Arizona GMU 36A: Complete Guide to the Sierrita Mountains and Altar Valley 2026”
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Hunting Mule Deer on the Kaibab Plateau: Arizona GMU 12A and 12B Complete Guide 2026
If the Arizona Strip is the most famous mule deer address in the world then the Kaibab Plateau runs a very close second. Units 12A and 12B sit on the North Kaibab Plateau north of the Grand Canyon and have produced more Boone and Crockett mule deer than almost any other unit in the AmericanContinue reading “Hunting Mule Deer on the Kaibab Plateau: Arizona GMU 12A and 12B Complete Guide 2026”
Hunting Mule Deer on the Arizona Strip: GMU 13A and 13B Complete Guide 2026
There are deer tags and then there are Strip tags. The Arizona Strip — units 13A and 13B in the northwestern corner of the state — occupies a category of its own in the world of mule deer hunting. Bucks over 200 inches Boone and Crockett are taken here every single year. Not occasionally. EveryContinue reading “Hunting Mule Deer on the Arizona Strip: GMU 13A and 13B Complete Guide 2026”
Hunting Coues Deer in Arizona GMU 24B: A Complete Guide from Someone Who Knows the Ground
I have hunted unit 24B more times than I can count. It is close to home, I know the terrain well, and every time I go in I come out with a deeper respect for what a Coues deer actually is. The grey ghost reputation is not marketing. These animals are genuinely one of theContinue reading “Hunting Coues Deer in Arizona GMU 24B: A Complete Guide from Someone Who Knows the Ground”
Best Snake Boots for Arizona Hunting 2026: Rated for Desert Heat
Arizona has more rattlesnake species than any other state in the country. The western diamondback, Mojave rattlesnake, black tailed rattlesnake, sidewinder, and several others share the same desert mountain terrain you are hunting. Spring and fall hunting seasons overlap directly with peak rattlesnake activity when temperatures are warm enough to keep snakes moving and feeding.Continue reading “Best Snake Boots for Arizona Hunting 2026: Rated for Desert Heat”
Arizona Spring Turkey Hunt Checklist 2026: Everything You Need on Amazon
Arizona’s spring turkey season opens April 24th and runs through May 21st, 2026. Whether you drew a tag this year or you are planning ahead for next season, having the right gear dialed in before you hit the ponderosa pine country makes the difference between a smooth hunt and a frustrating one. This checklist coversContinue reading “Arizona Spring Turkey Hunt Checklist 2026: Everything You Need on Amazon”
Best Turkey Calls for Arizona Merriam’s Turkey Hunting 2026
Arizona’s spring turkey season opens April 24th and if you are heading into the ponderosa pine country of the Kaibab Plateau, the White Mountains, or the Coconino National Forest after Merriam’s turkeys, the calls in your vest can make or break your hunt. Merriam’s are vocal, responsive birds that react well to calling, but theyContinue reading “Best Turkey Calls for Arizona Merriam’s Turkey Hunting 2026”
Arizona Deer Draw 2026: What to Do While You Wait (Scouting and Gear Prep)
The Arizona deer draw deadline for 2026 falls around June 9th and draw results come out in late June or early July. If you have already submitted your application you are in the waiting game right now and there is nothing you can do about the draw itself. But there is plenty you can doContinue reading “Arizona Deer Draw 2026: What to Do While You Wait (Scouting and Gear Prep)”
How to Buy an Arizona Hunting License Online (Non-Resident Guide 2026)
If you are coming to Arizona from out of state and want to hunt, buying your license is the first thing you need to do before anything else. You cannot apply for a draw tag, purchase an over the counter tag, or legally hunt a single day without one. The good news is the processContinue reading “How to Buy an Arizona Hunting License Online (Non-Resident Guide 2026)”
10 Best Turkey Calls of 2026: A Complete Guide for Every Hunting Style
Picking the right turkey call is one of the most personal decisions in hunting. What sounds incredible coming out of one hunter’s hands sounds like a dying cat from another. The good news is that modern turkey calls cover every skill level from absolute beginner to seasoned caller, and having the right combination of callsContinue reading “10 Best Turkey Calls of 2026: A Complete Guide for Every Hunting Style”