ID Mule Deer Unit 1

# Unit 1 (ID) — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 1 spans 1,585,000 acres at 1,747–7,668 ft elevation with 72% public land. Forum reports describe dense timber interspersed with clearcuts—think coastal blacktail hunting rather than traditional open-country whitetail. Late-season success comes from stand hunting over clearcuts; still-hunting dark timber offers close encounters but requires thick-cover experience. Grizzly encounters are a real consideration in deep drainages. ## Herd Quality & Hunting Pressure **Extremely high hunter density.** Hunt 1001 (early season) attracts 1,200+ resident applicants for only 54 tags (4% draw rate). Second-draw hunts are even tighter (0–2% draws). Congestion...