AZ Mule Deer Unit 39

# AZ 39 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** Unit 39 spans 1.24 million acres with 82% public land across a wide elevation range (437–4,004 ft), offering diverse terrain from low desert to higher-elevation ridges. This mixed landscape provides flexibility for different hunting styles and conditions throughout the season. **Herd Quality & Population** The 2025 herd composition index is well below average (21/100) with a concerning buck:doe ratio of 7:100—indicating heavy doe harvest or poor recruitment. The 2023 survey showed an exceptional 35:100 ratio, but that figure is flagged as likely from a small sample and should be treated skeptically. The...