New mexico barbary sheep OTC

[Bamahunter6413]

I was wondering if anyone had any information on hunting barbary sheep in new mexico. The over the counter license. Any information will help. What unit to hunt, equipment, hunting access etc. Thanks so much.

 

[FLAK]

Tough,tough,tough hunt. Good Glass, Good boots. Lots and Lots
of walking in beautiful country. Cold, Windy. Animals few and far
between. Bring water and a flat shooting rifle. Don't be picky about
what you shoot.
Better yet, save your money and do a guided free range hunt in TX.

 

[jolemons]

They tend to live in rough and rocky country. Prepare to be miserable after long days of walking up and down canyons made of rock and not seeing anything. My experience is all in unit 32. Also, they can be anywhere and have excellent eyesight. Be in great physical condition.

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[Kimbersig]

They tend to live in rough and rocky country. Prepare to be miserable after long days of walking up and down canyons made of rock and not seeing anything. My experience is all in unit 32. Also, they can be anywhere and have excellent eyesight. Be in great physical condition.

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isn't 32 part of the draw units? his post said OTC.

 

[jolemons]

isn't 32 part of the draw units? his post said OTC.

You are correct, which is why I mentioned the unit. I was only writing on behalf of my knowledge of hunting the species, not the OTC units.

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[Bamahunter6413]

Thank yall so much for your replies. Anyone happen to know any units that are better than others?

 

[chasewild]

Thank yall so much for your replies. Anyone happen to know any units that are better than others?

The ones that aren't mentioned on the internet.

 

[cbat]

The only ones I would recommend for a NR are the draw units.
OTC units are strictly for hunter opportunity and a way for G and F to make revenue.
They can be found but it is probably one of the hardest hunts in the state.

 

[TheCougar]

It isn’t THAT hard. If you can glass, hike, and shoot, you can do it. I recommend 15s. They make a huge difference in finding them. Good luck.

 

[CareyJAF50]

Couple of my 4 OTC rams, just pick a unit and sendddddd itttt. But the draw hunts are a much smarter idea if you don’t know the areas at all.

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[realunlucky]

Couple of my 4 OTC rams, just pick a unit and sendddddd itttt. But the draw hunts are a much smarter idea if you don’t know the areas at all.

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Pretty awesome. You can only earn those with sweat equity congratulations

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[CareyJAF50]

Pretty awesome. You can only earn those with sweat equity congratulations

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Amen to that


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[El_fuego]

Me and several buddy’s are heading that way for otc Hunt, end of January. I’ll post how it goes.

 

[Bamahunter6413]

Thanks guys!!!!

 

[Cohunter9]

I’ve been lucky in the OTC units my first two times. Lots of fun, will be back at It at some point this year. Lots Of glassing, and good hiking boots. Be prepared for a tough/long pack out. Haven’t been able to notch my tag on a big ram, just 20-22” rams. Hopefully this will be the year.

 

[ericfleps]

Couple of my 4 OTC rams, just pick a unit and sendddddd itttt. But the draw hunts are a much smarter idea if you don’t know the areas at all.

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Very nice!

 

[SwervinMcgervin]

You are correct, which is why I mentioned the unit. I was only writing on behalf of my knowledge of hunting the species, not the OTC units.

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How’s it going brother. Long shot replying to a an old comment, but new on these forums so can’t PM and all that. Any chance I could shoot you an email? I’m a New Mexican, Drew Aoudad for 32 this year, and starting my info gathering. Would love to chat and get any info you’re willing to share about these lil beasts. Planning two or three scouts before the January hunt. Even a starting point would be great.

If you’re willing to send me an email to start a conversation I’m at [email protected].

Regardless appreciate it and best of luck for your hunts this year.