WY Pronghorn Unit 45 — West Laramie

# WY 45 – West Laramie: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access High-elevation unit (7,099–11,983 ft) with roughly half public land. The topography will challenge hunters at altitude, but public access is sufficient for serious DIY effort. ## Herd Quality Herd composition is solid. The 2024 survey recorded a 43:100 buck:doe ratio (rated Good). The 2023 data (49:100, "Exceptional") is flagged as a likely small sample and should be discounted—treat the multi-year average (~40–43:100) as more reliable. Buck age structure and overall population appear healthy and sustainable. ## Trophy Potential **Albany County** (82% overlap with this unit) has produced 35...