WY Pronghorn Unit 83 — Owl Creek

# WY 83 – Owl Creek: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 83 spans 896k acres across a dramatic 8,300-ft elevation range (4,117–12,409 ft) with 78% public land—excellent access for DIY hunters. Terrain transitions from high-elevation sagebrush and mixed terrain to forested high country; the broad elevation gradient creates diverse pronghorn habitat and hunting options across seasons and weapon types. ## Herd Quality The 2024 herd composition shows a Good quality index (67/100) with a 35:100 buck:doe ratio—typical for a well-managed pronghorn unit. The 2023 spike to 46:100 is flagged as a likely small survey artifact; the 2022–2024 trend...