MT Mule Deer Unit 419

# MT 419 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access This mid-elevation unit (3,072–4,724 ft) sits in central Montana's prairie-to-foothill transition. With only 11% public land, success depends heavily on access to private property or intense pressure on limited public parcels. Expect open to semi-open terrain with scattered timber. ## Population & Herd Status Regional data shows significant concern: Region 7 mule deer populations dropped 52% from 2020 to 2022 (114,000 to 58,000) due to EHD, Blue Tongue, and CWD. While specific population objectives for MT 419 are not available, this broader trend indicates reduced deer availability and trophy potential across...