Hunters should look for stock tanks on the surrounding State lands. Powers Garden in Rattlesnake Canyon and Hookers Cabin in Redfield Canyon are the most popular camping spots. Deer Creek generally receives high hunter densities. A good portion of the Bonita area is private land interspersed with State Trust lands. Avoid Scams Report an Issue Pet Policy Dogs and Cats Allowed Transit / Subway Montebello/19th Ave Drive: 28 min 19.4 mi Universities Glendale C.C., North Campus The sandhill crane hunting closure in the Whitewater Draw area is within the following described boundaries: beginning at the junction of Coffman and Davis roads; south on Coffman Road to Bagby Road; west along the Bagby Road alignment to the intersection of Bagby and posted portions of the Alamo Ranch; north to the boundary with that portion of the Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area in Section 30, Township 12 South, Range 26 East; west along the posted portion of the Wildlife Area to Frontier Road; north on Frontier Road to Davis Road; east on Davis Road to the point of origin. This area generally has good densities of whitetail deer. This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits. REMEMBER, a successful hunt is sharing good times with friends and relatives, enjoying the outdoors and an opportunity to view wildlife. These areas experience high hunter densities. Bear activity and distribution can change quickly depending upon the seasonal abundance of food sources. Most of the land in this area is private property. Ft. 21353 W Hillcrest Blvd, Buckeye, AZ 85396. Hunt success during the general and HAM seasons averages 15-20 percent. There are very little to no elk in this unit. . Overview: The Unit provides some opportunities for hunting of Sandhill Cranes. Allen Flat and Steele Hills Areas: The general distribution of mule deer makes it rather difficult to direct hunters, especially in view of their nomadic characteristics. Bonita Area This area can be access from Fort Grant road out of Willcox or SR 266 from SR 199 south of Safford. As of April 1, 2022, all of the OTC deer seasons will now be enforced by harvest limits and hunters will be required to report their deer harvest 48 hours of taking their deer (details will be published in the 2022-2023 Arizona Hunting Regulations booklet and updated here when available). We've had such awesome wilderness hunts and enjoyed pretty good success. While the fire was a devastating and torched a lot of land, it is a great opportunity to create some fantastic deer and bear habitat for the unit in the next 2-10 years. 25. The road to Powers Hill involves a difficult 2-hour drive (4WD ONLY NO TRAILERS) from Klondyke along FS road 96. Prompt cooling of the carcass is a must for maintaining the quality of the meat. Non -Resident Draw -Tag ($315) Guided Hunt ($3,575) The Arizona trophy mule deer draw takes place in May, the next draw deadline is June 13th, 2023. There are whitetail bucks to be found by the persistent hunter. Scouting Services Details. Sulphur Springs Valley The area east of Mammoth is choked with prickly pear cactus; excellent javelina habitat. Cow Elk. Hunters should concentrate their efforts at these times. Access to Powers Garden from Powers Hill involves approximately a 3 hour hike of 4 miles up the Rattlesnake Canyon trail. Az Unit 32 coues deer Theshedfinder Jul 4, 2020 Jul 4, 2020 #1 T Theshedfinder Newbie Joined Jul 27, 2019 Messages 5 Me and a buddy drew unit 32 November 27 to December 6th if anyone could give us info. This area generally has good densities of whitetail deer. Soza Mesa We got hit for the same hunt. Turkey Creek can be accessed through 4-Mile Canyon or Aravaipa Canyon. A few Mearns quail can be found in the oak canyons in the higher elevations. Desert sheep are most often found around the confluence of Redfield Canyon and Swamp Springs Canyon and from Redfield Canyon up to Kielberg Canyon. 6629 W Range Mule Dr is located in Phoenix, Arizona in the 85083 zip code. The west side of the range provides some whitetail hunting in upper Davis, Caruthers, Rattlesnake and Javelina Canyons. Once their feeding locations are determined, get permission from the landowner to hunt the field then set up in that field before dawn the following morning. A long hike or an overnight camp is the best bet to hunt the China Peak area. The hunt includes several different units so hunters may also want to scout in the surrounding units as well. Through the sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. by tythur111386 Sun Jul 27, 2014 2:00 am. Access to Powers Garden from Powers Hill involves approximately a 3 hour hike of 4 miles up the Rattlesnake Canyon trail. Muleshoe Ranch There is no longer access to the Little Dragoon Mountains and Tres Alamos Wash from Johnson Road. REMEMBER, a successful hunt is sharing good times with friends and relatives, enjoying the outdoors and an opportunity to view wildlife. For an extended hunt, the south side of Aravaipa Canyon; Parsons and Virgus may be productive, camping equipment and 4-wd vehicle definitely required. Access on both the east and west end of Aravaipa is restricted due to private property. Public access is open to Coronado National Forest lands in this area along the Sunset Loop road. -32%: State Total: 293,950-10%: Region 1. . Teran Basin Access into this area is along the Muleshoe Road. There are several drainages that provide excellent habitat for javelina in this area. At first light the birds will leave their roost sites and go to feed. Recommend obtaining a Forest Service map of the Coronado National Forest Services Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status of the area. Overview: Whitetail deer can be found in the higher elevations throughout the unit. Research the latest Arizona Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 7e. Camping is allowed on BLM and Forest Service lands throughout the unit (2-week limit). When judging a bears size and age, larger bears will appear to have very small ears in relation to their head size. Well we pulled the tag. Other Pertinent Climate Information Preseason scouting and diligent use of binoculars and a spotting scope are a must. Many local hunters hunt this area by driving in for the day then driving home at night. Overview: Javelina numbers in Unit 32 appear to be stable. This is another popular area for mule deer and consequently has some of the higher hunter densities. To aid in identifying land status and landmarks, I recommend obtaining a Forest Service Map of the Coronado National Forests Safford Ranger District or a BLM Map from the Bureau of Land Management. Access into this area is via Gamez Road along the San Pedro River. Areas: Scouting Services. Access into this area is along Fort Grant Road north of Willcox or west along Rt. Upper Turkey Creek and South side of Aravaipa Canyon may also produce a few Javelina. Klondyke SPECIAL NOTICE: Access to the north side of Redfield Canyon through private land on the Carlink Ranch is no longer available. Hunt success during the general and HAM seasons averages 15-20 percent. To aid in identifying land status and land marks, I recommend obtaining a Forest Service Map of the Coronado National Forests Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management. Gambels quail are by far the most common. Overview: Pronghorn antelope can be found in two major areas within the unit. Allen Flat and Steele Hills There are numerous turkeys on the east end of Aravaipa Canyon but most of this is TNC private property until the mouth of Turkey Creek. NOTICE: Due to land ownership patterns, many access routes leading to public and State Trust Lands in Southeastern Arizona cross privately owned lands. Overview: Unit 32 is included in an over-the-counter elk season. Whitetail deer blend in very well with their surroundings and can be difficult to spot; scouting and persistence in glassing are key factors to success. The Rattlesnake Mesa Road can access Horse Mountain. Areas: Hunting cottontails provides an opportunity for a scouting trip for other big game species. Cherry Spring Canyon can be accessed by South Redfield Canyon Road or the Soza Mesa (Gamez) Road. Normally between 12 and 16 herds are observed during post-hunt surveys with an average herd size of 8-10 animals. drought and information from around the web impacting Deer hunting in Game Management Unit 22 in Arizona. Access into China Peak is from the Deer Creek road. Upper Turkey Creek and South side of Aravaipa Canyon may also produce a few Javelina. Look for stock tanks on State land east of the river. On average 275-300 whitetail deer are observed during post-hunt surveys with a buck to doe ratio of 18-20 bucks for every 100 does. Deer Arizona Coues Unit 32 mhungerford Oct 22, 2019 Oct 22, 2019 #1 mhungerford Active member Joined Dec 1, 2009 Messages 422 Location Laramie,WY just putting the finishing touches on everything before we leave next month to hunt coues for the first time. A Forest Service map of the Winchester and Galiuro Mountains would be helpful in determining land status. The continuous drought conditions are taking its toll on the pronghorn population with very low fawn survival and decreasing pronghorn observations. Time spent scouting, looking at and comparing different antelope bucks will increase the chances of harvesting a good buck. Access to Powers Garden from Deer Creek involves approximately a 6 hour hike of 8-10 miles along a moderately difficult trail. Allen Flat is typical of open grassland. Teran Basin and Ridge Fewer mule deer numbers are found in this area, but there will also be fewer hunters. There is a road that goes through Mammoth and heads up into the Galiuro Mts. Access includes the Tres Alamos wash from Pomerene road or south of the 3-Links Ranch; Sibyl road from I-10 through the ZR Hereford Ranch will access the west side and Tres Alamos wash. For the Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, please see the attached map for areas closed to Crane hunting. Beginning at Willcox Exit 340 on I-10; southwest on I-10 to the San Pedro River; northerly along the San Pedro River to U.S. Hwy 77; northerly along U.S. Hwy 77 to Aravaipa Creek; easterly along Aravaipa Creek to the Klondyke-Bonita- Willcox road; southerly on this road to Willcox Exit 340 on I-10. Whitetail deer densities vary from canyon to canyon, but chances of locating a nice whitetail buck are good. Time spent scouting, looking at and comparing different antelope bucks will increase the chances of harvesting a good buck. Higher concentrations of bears may occur in the drainages on the eastside of the Galiuro Mountains during times of normal to above normal forage productions with high concentrations of bears occurring on the Westside during times of low to below normal forage production. Overview: All three species of quail can found in this unit; Gambels, Scaled and a few Mearns in limited areas. Whitetail deer blend in very well with their surroundings and can be difficult to spot; scouting and persistence in glassing are key factors to success. Areas: Allen Flat and Steele Hills This area consists of two vegetation types. Overview: Cottontails are most active early in the morning and late in the evening. Recommend hunting a minimum of 1 to 2 miles from the Klondyke-Bonita road. Recommend contacting local landowners and obtaining a US Forest Service map of the Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status in this area. A good landownership map is extremely useful in locating state land sections on the edges of farm fields, there are also landownership programs available for use in handheld GPS units (Global Positioning Systems). When hunting near stock tanks, be sure to watch for cattle and allow them access to water. The west side of the Winchester Mountains is a good bet for this mountain range. During the October and November hunts, whitetail activity is generally restricted to the early morning and late evening hours. There are several 4wd roads up the canyons and along the ridge tops from the Muleshoe Road. There are two ways to access this area; a 4wd road up Teran Wash across from the Sunset Station Store in Cascabell or for the hearty hiker, head west of the Muleshoe Road towards Riggs Seep. Areas to look for mule deer include Dry Camp Canyon, Copper Creek and Mulberry, Clark and Scanlon Wash. Access to these areas include Cowboy Miller Road, Copper Creek Road and Bunker Hill (Mercer) Road. When temperatures are warm, javelina are moving early and late. Areas: Allen Flat and Steele Hills The area between Willcox and the Three-Links Ranch usually produces fair quail hunting. When the mercury drops or a storm moves through the state, javelina activity is limited to the warmer hours of the day. DRAW ODDS . On average 400 mule deer are observed during post-hunt surveys with a buck to doe ratio of 8-10 bucks for every 100 does. in 12 years of hunting them and both of these ladies did it on their first deer! There are several 4wd roads up the canyons and along the ridge tops from the Muleshoe Road. From the West: I-10, Pomerene Rd Hunter numbers will be considerably lower than in the high dove density areas. Recommend obtaining a Forest Service map of the Coronado National Forest Services Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status of the area. As always, areas with high deer numbers also have the highest number of hunters. Hunting unit scouting and maps for the unguided and DIY Elk, Mule Deer, Coues Deer, Javelina and Bear hunter in the great state of ARIZONA. Some of the areas to locate mule deer are Davis, Caruthers, Polecat and N-O Canyons and dont overlook Bald Ridge. Unlock all of the map's features, such as private land boundaries and ownership information; aerial, topo, or hybrid basemap views; and much more by creating an account or logging into your existing account. Positively identify the species before harvesting an animal. Hunt the side drainages of major canyons and washes. Allen Flat Black Butte is adjacent to Oak Grove Canyon and Turkey Creek. For the Willcox Playa, the closure is: bbeginning at Willcox; southeast on AZ Hwy 186 to the Kansas Settlement Road; south on the Kansas Settlement Road to Kimzey Road which runs west from K-S Store (formerly Browns store) and the cotton gin at the northeast corner of Section 11, Township 16 South, Range 25 East; west along this road alignment to AZ Hwy 191; north on AZ Hwy 191 to Interstate 10; northeast on Interstate 10 to Willcox (see Map). The sandhill crane hunting closure in the Whitewater Draw area is within the following described boundaries: beginning at the junction of Coffman and Davis roads; south on Coffman Road to Bagby Road; west along the Bagby Road alignment to the intersection of Bagby and posted portions of the Alamo Ranch; north to the boundary with that portion of the Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area in Section 30, Township 12 South, Range 26 East; west along the posted portion of the Wildlife Area to Frontier Road; north on Frontier Road to Davis Road; east on Davis Road to the point of origin. Upper Hot Springs Canyon, Cherry Springs and Eureka Canyon are some excellent places to start. 6017 Mule Deer Way, Pinetop, AZ 85935 House for rent Request a tour Request to apply Overview Facts and features Price History Nearby schools Neighborhood Local legal protections Fast & easy Zillow application. Hunters should look for stock tanks on the surrounding State lands. Rattlesnake Mesa (FS 96) is strictly 4wd only and inaccessible for camp trailers or horse trailers. Topographic and Forest Service maps are recommended. Some areas to find whitetail deer include the higher elevations of North and South Ash Creeks, North and South Oak Creeks, High Creek, upper Wood and Black Canyon and try upper and lower Paddys River. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) SPECIAL NOTICE: Popular camping sites along lower Deer Creek Road are now closed to camping due to private property. Like us on Facebook. Be sure you are familiar with areas on and around the Willcox Playa and Whitewater Draw Wildlife Areas that are closed to Crane hunting. Register for an account . Bonita Temp Avg. . Arizona Game Management Units. They do not always stay next to their mother and may be nearby, hidden by vegetation. Klondyke Some of the best areas for whitetail in the Klondyke area are Horse Mountain, Fourmile Peak, Black Butte and Turkey Creek. Areas to look for mule deer include Palomas and Teran Wash and Kelsey and Sierra Blanca Canyons. Unit 33 was already a great unit for coues whitetail deer, but with enough moisture, it could be THE TOP unit for coues deer in the near . Overview: Mule deer are distributed throughout the unit at elevations usually below 5400. Terrain varies from the gently sloping desert grasslands of Bonita and Allen Flat to the steep, rugged canyons of Aravaipa Creek and the Galiuro Mountains. Areas: Both bucks scored over 100" which was super cool as I haven't killed a WT over 100". 32. Little Dragoon Mountains Most of the land in this area is private property. Access into this area is along the Three-Links Road off of the Pomerene Road along the San Pedro River or Airport Road north of Willcox. At first light the birds will leave their roost sites and go to feed. Smaller younger bears will appear to have large ears in comparison to their head size. Access is restricted to backpacking or packing in on horseback. Access into these areas is along the Three-Links Road off of Pomerene Road from the San Pedro River or from Airport Road out of Willcox. San Pedro River Hunters will need to obtain permission from private property owners to hunt along the San Pedro River. Smaller younger bears will appear to have large ears in comparison to their head size. Through the Sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. Plan your Arizona big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. Hunt success averages around 20 percent. To aid in identifying land status and landmarks, I recommend obtaining a Forest Service Map of the Coronado National Forests Safford Ranger District. Home. Overview: Dove populations are not as high in this Unit as they are around grain fields in other parts of the state. Hunting activity should be concentrated at these peak hours of activity. The road north of the Muleshoe Ranch is strictly 4WD. Pack trips usually involve packing into Redfield or Rattlesnake canyons. Allen Flat is typical of open grassland. Overview: Mule deer are distributed throughout the unit at elevations usually below 5400. Overview: Javelina numbers in Unit 32 appear to be stable. Arizona offers unique and flexible opportunities for any archery mule deer hunter regardless of your residency status.In most units, three OTC hunts are offered per year and permits can be purchased from any license dealer or AZ Game and Fish office.This guarantees you the ability to hunt deer every year, and gives you the flexibility to plan a The Arizona Coues deer, also known as mule deer, are found primarily in the state's southeastern mountains, but they can also be found on the Mogollon Rim and in the White Mountains. There may be access restrictions onto the YLE Ranch and Tom Rhodes Ranch road. Due to irresponsible behavior by a few, new areas of private land have been posted against Hunting. The most popular access is Deer Creek that has a primitive campsite with horse corrals. For the backpacker or horseback hunter, Redfield Canyon north of Jackson Cabin toward Hooker Cabin provides an excellent opportunity to get away from the crowds. Hunting cottontails provides an opportunity for a scouting trip for other big game species. There is a BLM campground with restrooms in Klondyke. Galiuro Wilderness When judging a bears size and age, larger bears will appear to have very small ears in relation to their head size. Some areas to find whitetail deer include the higher elevations of North and South Ash Creeks, North and South Oak Creeks, High Creek, upper Wood and Black Canyon and try upper and lower Paddys River. 1057. A quality pair of binoculars mounted on a tripod should be as equally an investment for Whitetail deer hunters as a good rifle and quality riflescope. Do it yourself Elk, Mule Deer Coues Deer, Bear and Javelina Hunitng in Arizona. Access into Turkey Creek is through Aravaipa Creek or 4-Mile Canyon. The ZR Hereford Ranch requires hunters to sign in prior to crossing private lands. Overview: . Unit 33 news! Some Cranes will also roost on stock tanks after feeding and before returning to their night-roost sites so some hunters have found success in puddle jumping the tanks or setting on those tanks waiting for them to come in. Overview: The Unit provides some opportunities for hunting of Sandhill Cranes. The areas around Pride Ranch and Jackson Cabin are the best bet. Having an alternative camping spot is advisable. Hunters should concentrate their efforts at these times. SPECIAL NOTICE: Popular camping sites along lower Deer Creek Road are now closed to camping due to private property. The Arizona Strip has a very long and very distinguished history of producing giant mule deer bucks and has one of, if not the best, trophy mule deer gene pools in the world. The most abundant of them are found in areas with predictable spring and summer precipitation. Overview: Cottontails are most active early in the morning and late in the evening. There are several drainages that provide excellent habitat for javelina in this area. Cougar, Bear, Coyote Hunting etc. Areas: Sunset Loop The Ash Creek and High Creek areas are popular whitetail and mule deer hunting areas. Desert sheep are most often found on the north rim of Aravaipa in areas such as Brandenberg Mountain, Painted Cave Canyon, Horse Camp and Deer Creek or Hell Hole. Teran Basin The Teran Basin area provides some excellent opportunities for the javelina hunter. This is a rugged mountain range, planning is a must. Deer Creek generally receives high hunter densities. Hunting activity should be concentrated at these peak hours of activity. These areas experience high hunter densities. They are any antlered deer hunts with the possibility of taking a great mule deer or Coues whitetail deer. Primary Game Species/ Hunting Month(s) White-Tailed Deer October-December Mule Deer October/November Javelina January/February Secondary Game Species/ Hunting Month(s) Antelope August/September Quail October-February Average # permits in past 5 years White-Tailed Deer 1500 Mule Deer 1000 Javelina 800 Antelope 20, Month Avg. Be sure you are familiar with areas on and around the Willcox Playa and Whitewater Draw Wildlife Areas that are closed to Crane hunting. Little Dragoon Mountains Fewer mule deer numbers will also be found in this area along with fewer hunters. Terrain These areas can be accessed through the Muleshoe Road. Long Hollow and Rattlesnake Mesa are accessed from the Aravaipa-Klondyke Road between the Safford turnoff and the Klondyke Store. For youth deer hunters, the youth-only hunts in unit 27 and units 28 29 30A 30B 31 32 are great. Access into Turkey Creek is through Aravaipa Creek or 4-Mile Canyon. Roads on the north and south side of the canyon can access Redfield Canyon. Fair numbers of birds occur in both North and South Ash Creek, Oak Creek, Harrison and High Creek. Please do your part by obeying all laws and signs and utilize sign/in out posts. A few Mearns quail can be found in the oak canyons in the higher elevations. Higher concentrations of bears may occur in the drainages on the eastside of the Galiuro Mountains during times of normal to above normal forage productions with high concentrations of bears occurring on the Westside during times of low to below normal forage production. Here is a couple bucks we took last year in 31. A quality pair of binoculars mounted on a tripod should be as equally an investment for Whitetail deer hunters as a good rifle and quality riflescope. For further information on the Galiuro Wilderness, contact the Safford Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest. Preseason scouting and use of good optics will definitely improve a hunter's changes of harvesting a mule deer buck. Other areas to look for whitetail are the canyons and drainages along the west side of the Galiuros between Redfield and Kielberg Canyons. Maverick Mountain and Rhodes Peak can be accessed through Rhodes Ranch Road (Schoenholzer Canyon). Access into the area is through the 3-Links Road from the San Pedro River or Airport Road from Willcox, then turn north on Muleshoe Road. Plan your Arizona big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. Recommend hunting a minimum of 1 to 2 miles from the Klondyke-Bonita road. Cranes can be difficult to pattern where they will be so scouting before the season is crucial. There is a BLM campground with restrooms in Klondyke. Water is often a limited resource, plan ahead and follow all safety precautions for wilderness travel. Mammoth Many local hunters hunt this area by driving in for the day then driving home at night. Much of the private land along upper Aravaipa creek and the Klondyke-Bonita road has been posted against hunting. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* Overall unit size: US Forest Service: The Pronghorn antelope population in this area appears to have suffered more from the recent drought conditions then in other areas of the Unit and consequently fewer animals are seen. Preseason scouting and use of good optics will definitely improve a hunters changes of harvesting a mule deer buck. Agriculture fields in the Redington area are private land and have been posted to hunting and trespassing. Winchester Mountains Much of the Bonita area is interspersed with state trust and private land. They do not always stay next to their mother and may be nearby, hidden by vegetation. Oct 28 - Nov 3, 2022 (20) 33. Access to all three of these roads is along River Road east of the San Pedro River. NOTICE: The interior of the Galiuro Mountains contain excellent bear habitat and consequently supports a good number of bears. SPECIAL NOTICE: There are few to no public access routes on the east side of the Winchester Mountains. Other big game include Bighorn sheep, antelope, and even javelina. Areas to look for mule deer include Palomas and Teran Wash and Kelsey and Sierra Blanca Canyons. 21398 W Mule Deer Way, Buckeye, AZ 85396 $859,000 Est. In some areas, you will find all three! Through the Sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. To find an area with fewer hunters, you may have to settle with an area with lower deer numbers or be willing to hike a long ways. One way to locate areas is to follow birds as they leave their roost to fields where they may currently be feeding. 4 Baths. Something Isn't Working Refresh the page to try again. Mammoth The area east of Mammoth is choked with prickly pear cactus; excellent javelina habitat. On average around 100-125 animals are observed during annual surveys. This is a rugged mountain range, planning is a must. It is a fairly large unit that lies west of highway 180, to the north of interstate 10 and west of Flagstaff. Hunters should hunt along washes with good mesquite cover or in mesquite thickets. These areas can be accessed through the Muleshoe Road. Access to State Trust and Public lands is very limited in the Redington area. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. Taking time to observe a bear lessens the chances of harvesting a female with cubs. Hunters will improve their rabbits as table fare by skinning, cleaning and icing them down quickly after bagging them. Teran and Sierra Blanca can be accessed through Teran Wash, across from the Sun Station Store near Cascabell. We have hunted Javi's there lower elavation but never coues deer thanks Jul 9, 2020 #2 BowWalker Newbie Joined Jul 9, 2020 Messages 8 Location Areas: Due to the large number of farm fields it can be difficult to predict where the birds will go to feed, scouting a day or two before your hunt is a must. The area north and west of Bonita have produced good quail hunting in the past. From the East: I-10, Fort Grant Rd Recommend contacting local landowners and obtaining a US Forest Service map of the Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status in this area. Citations will be issued for trespassing on private lands. Areas to check would be Copper Creek Road, Bunker Hill Road (Mercer Road) and Rhodes Ranch Road. Access to the Muleshoe Ranch is through the 3-Links Road from the San Pedro River or Airport Road north of Willcox. Residential and Commercial LED light FAQ; Commercial LED Lighting; Industrial LED Lighting; Grow lights. they are in the northern part of 7w and would invest in a good map. 266 south of Safford. Elk Hunting; Antelope Hunting; Whitetail Deer; Shed Hunting; Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Legal bears are only those without cubs, care should be taken in determining whether a bear is a female with cubs. Access into this area is along the Muleshoe Road. From the North: State Hwy 77 There are two ways to access this area; a 4wd road up Teran Wash across from the Sunset Station Store in Cascabell or for the hearty hiker, head west of the Muleshoe Road towards Riggs Seep. Overview: Desert Bighorn Sheep can be found in two different areas which include the northern end of the district in Aravaipa Canyon and along the southwestern end of the Galiuro Mountains. 2:00 am residential and Commercial LED light FAQ ; Commercial LED light FAQ ; Commercial LED ;... 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