The San Carlos Apache Reservation is considered a premier area to hunt coues deer. It has become a favorite species among hunters to harvest and a real challenge. Carlos Coues Deer Big Game Hunting lottery draw there is a $26.00 non-refundable fee to enter.
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There is a $26.00 non-refundable application fee for entering the Big Game Hunting lottery for the Antelope, Deer, and Elk drawing.
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Successful hunters that are drawn will be charged accordingly to their draw choices starting with their first choice through eighteen etc, per species.
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An alternative list will be made available by the Recreation & Wildlife Department for hunters unable to hunt and/or were drawn successfully in other areas (if you draw your first choice your credit card will be charged immediately or submitted check will be processed.
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For Coues Deer unit A, B, C you DO NOT require a Tribal Hunting guide.
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For Coues Deer unit D, and R100c you DO require a Tribal Hunting guide and the hunter cannot separate from their guide.
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To email recnwildlife18@gmail.com
Q: "Do you have a lottery for Coues Deer permits?"
A: Yes - You can apply for the Big Game Lottery Draw for Coues Deer."A: Yes - You can apply online for the Big Game Lottery Draw for Coues Deer. The lottery cost to apply is $26.00. If your name is drawn in the lottery, you will then be charged for the price of Coues Deer tag which is a separate fee.
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Q: "How do I apply for one of your hunts?"
A: Apply contact the San Carlos Apache Recreation & Wildlife Department.
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Q: "Do I require a Tribal Hunting Guide for Coues Deer?"
A: If you apply for a Coues Deer Tag in unit A, B, C, you do not require a Tribal Hunting Guide.
If you apply for a Coues Deer Tag in unit D or RC 100/c you do require a Tribal Hunting Guide.
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Q: "How do I send my completed BGH Application form?
A: You can visit the office during office hours but suggest you call ahead. You can fax your form. You can upload / email your completed form to recnwildlife18@gmail.com