South Dakota deer unit 35L

[Swampdog]

So I unexpectedly drew a SD mule deer tag in unit 35L (Custer National Forest) and haven’t been able to find very much info about the unit anywhere. Was hoping somebody might have some pointers on the unit as I don’t have the first clue where to start. Unfortunately I’m about 15 hours away in OK so pre-scouting isn’t really an option. The tag is good for mulie or whitetail but I’ll be targeting mule deer unless an absolute giant whitetail presents itself. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!

 

[Scott85]

There are people who drive a lot longer than 15 hours to scout.

 

[Gila]

I know that unit like the back of my hand. The deer hunting there can be about as good as it gets. I used to hunt that unit every year. Have not been there since 2011 though. I'm curious how things are going. Get a hold of the recent SD hunting atlas then pm me.

 

[Swampdog]

I know that unit like the back of my hand. The deer hunting there can be about as good as it gets. I used to hunt that unit every year. Have not been there since 2011 though. I'm curious how things are going. Get a hold of the recent SD hunting atlas then pm me.

Ok awesome I’ll do it thanks!

 

[Swampdog]

There are people who drive a lot longer than 15 hours to scout.

Wish I could but with a new baby and my work schedule it just isn’t possible

 

[JohnCushman]

Welcome to HT

 

[Deleted member 38069]

Welcome. SDGFP has a lot of info on their website.

 

[Dakota79]

It is my backyard. What would you like to know?

 

[Swampdog]

I know that unit like the back of my hand. The deer hunting there can be about as good as it gets. I used to hunt that unit every year. Have not been there since 2011 though. I'm curious how things are going. Get a hold of the recent SD hunting atlas then pm me.

Sent you a PM Gila

 

[Swampdog]

It is my backyard. What would you like to know?

Thanks for responding! Sent you a PM

 

[Swampdog]

Welcome. SDGFP has a lot of info on their website.

Appreciate it, there seems to be a lot of good stuff on here!

 

[Swampdog]

Welcome to HT

Thanks John!

 

[Gila]

South Dakota GFP has some very good programs for leasing private lands. I would like to see more Western states jump on that bandwagon to give DIY'ers access to an increased number of available tags.

 

[Dwreckers]

How many points did it take you to draw? Just curious cuz SD really only seems to group point applications in 0 points 1 point and 2+ points

 

[Deleted member 38069]

How many points did it take you to draw? Just curious cuz SD really only seems to group point applications in 0 points 1 point and 2+ points

Not any more, If you look at the preference point breakdown of previous draws, you can see all of the PP tag allocations.

 

[Swampdog]

How many points did it take you to draw? Just curious cuz SD really only seems to group point applications in 0 points 1 point and 2+ points

I drew it with 3 but was extremely lucky. I pulled the draw breakdown and was the only one with 3 points that drew it. The remaining 7 NR tags went to guys with 5 to 9 points

 

[Pucky Freak]

Welcome to HT

 

[Dwreckers]

I drew it with 3 but was extremely lucky. I pulled the draw breakdown and was the only one with 3 points that drew it. The remaining 7 NR tags went to guys with 5 to 9 points

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Thanks Swampdog. I must have over looked that

 

[BangUSMC]

Been hunting out there for the past 4-5 years, target rich environment! if you need any more help/advice just drop a line.

 

[Swampdog]

Been hunting out there for the past 4-5 years, target rich environment! if you need any more help/advice just drop a line.

Sent you a PM! Thanks