2017 Zuni Tribal
Big Game Hunting Proclamation
www.ashiwi.org
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BIG GAME APPLICATION PROCEDURES Rules and Regulations
Important information you need to know before applying and hunting on the Zuni Reservation.
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ALL APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE
PROCLAMATION, RULES AND REGULATIONS BEFORE APPLYING. The proclamation rules
and regulations permit numbers and permit costs are approved through end of 2019 hunting
season.
All applicants are allowed to submit one application per hunting opportunity with application fee(s) of
$5.00 for Zuni Tribal Members; $20.00 Non-Zuni Resident/Non-Zuni Spouses/Other Native
American. Money Orders or Cashier’s Check(s) ONLY made payable to the Zuni Fish and
Wildlife Department.
Applicants are allowed ONE primary Big Game hunting opportunity per 2017 proclamation. However,
Zuni Tribal members drawn for any Big Game permit are eligible to purchase one additional leftover cow elk permit (see #10). Inquire with Zuni Fish and Wildlife Department on availability.
All applicants must be aware of all deadline dates to eliminate confusion; please read information
carefully.
All INDIVIDUALS with domestic violence or court ordered firearm restrictions within the past three
years are not allowed to submit applications or participate on any firearm hunts. ZFWD will process
ALL applications through Tribal courts for background checks on all applications before drawing. No
refunds!
Application(s) fees(s) may be mailed in, but must be received in the Fish and Wildlife office no
later than 5:00 pm on deadline date. No refunds on late applications.
ALL DRAWINGS WILL BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, AFTER THE DEADLINE DATE. Drawing
results will be posted at the Fish and Wildlife Department Office, Governor’s office, and at
www.ashiwi.org (Zuni Fish and Wildlife webpage) the day after the drawing.
Drawn applicants (or personal representative) will be given 10 business days after the draw date to
submit payment for permit. Any permits not paid for within ten (10) days will be offered to alternate’s.
Alternates will be given 5 days to purchase the permit. Drawn individuals are required to personally
sign for and receive permit during working hours M-F 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No exceptions! Permits are
non-transferable.
Drawn applicants are REQUIRED to call the Zuni Fish & Wildlife (782-5851) to schedule an
appointment to pick up permit during normal working DAYS/hrs. (Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm).
Zuni Tribal members will be given opportunities for one additional left-over cow elk permit. Leftover
Cow Elk Permits may be purchased by Zuni tribal members one month prior to hunt from any
categories. Contact Zuni Fish & Wildlife Department for availability of left over permits.
Mazone hunts (i.e. 1M, 2M, 7M, 10M…) are only on tribal sections of Mazone Ranch. Only tribal
permitted hunts, NO State permit/tag/licensed hunters are allowed to trespass on Mazone Ranch for
State Hunts.
No access allowed to Mazone, Vander wagon or other state hunt units 10 & 12 through Tribal
property (BIA Routes/trails) to access State hunt units 10 and 12 for scouting, hunting or camping by
General Public & Tribal members with State permits or as Guides.
2017 Habitat Fee ($5.00) is required and must be paid along with permit.
No Refunds will be made to anyone unable to participate in a hunt for which they have already paid.
All Mule Deer and Elk hunts are open only to the main Zuni Indian Reservation. Mazone Ranch hunts
are ONLY on tribal sections which are not clearly identified; it’s the hunter’s responsibility to positively
know boundaries (GPS). Zuni Arizona tribal Lands not included.
Antelope hunts are allowed only on the Mazone Ranch area, except for archery (see antelope hunt
reg.)
Opportunities for Disabled Hunters: to qualify an applicant must show proof of disability from a
physician or with Division Motor Vehicle designation. Disabled hunters will be allowed various
privileges and assistance dependent on their disabilities. Mobility-Impaired licensee may shoot from a
stationary vehicle that is not on a maintained road (BIA Routes and State Highways). Once the
licensee has clearly wounded a legal game animal, another person(s) may assist in tracking and
retrieving game.
18. Honorably Discharged enrolled Zuni Tribal Veterans will be provided 20% discount on permit
costs. Claiming this discount must provide proof of veteran status upon request at time of application.
Excluding the Once in life time package hunt.
19. It is mandatory that all harvested or wounded game be reported to the Game and Fish
Department. All harvests will be checked by Fish and Wildlife Department M-F 8-5 for data collection
and photos. Digital or printed copies of original field photos are greatly appreciated for public
information. G&F can be contacted through Dispatch (numbers on last page).
20. It is MANDATORY that Hunters complete and submit hunter survey questionnaire. Surveys must be
returned 15 working days after completion of hunt to the Zuni Fish and Wildlife Department.
Individuals failing to submit survey will have to pay a $20.00 fee and submit survey to be allowed to
apply for 2018 hunts. Replacement surveys can be downloaded at www.ashiwi.org. Faxed surveys
will be accepted within the fifteen (15) day requirement.
21. It is recommended that hunting parties be limited to three (3) individuals, but no more than five (5)
individuals will be allowed. Only the legal weapon used by the licensed hunter will be allowed within
the hunting party. Additional companions are allowed to assist only in retrieval of harvested game. All
restrictions and regulations will apply.
22. All Non-Zuni: Other Native American permit holders are required to be accompanied at all times by a
ZFWD Certified Tribal Guide when scouting and during hunt. Any violation(s) of Game and
Fish/Tribal code(s) void permit and future hunting opportunities for Five (5) years.
23. All Big Game Hunters must be aware that there will be other individuals out in the field such as wood
haulers with chainsaws and small game hunters. Please be considerate of all individuals!
24. Other Native American applicants must provide a copy of their Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB)
from respective tribal affiliation with application.
25. One year Zuni residency is required at time of hunt to qualify for Non-Zuni/ Zuni Resident hunts.
Documents required for verification: written acknowledgement from landlord/employer verifying
physical residency.
26. Non-Zuni spouses of Zuni Tribal Members must provide legal marriage documentation in order to
apply for and participate in any hunt.
27. Zuni Youth hunts are open to enrolled Zuni Tribal members 17 years of age or younger (at time of
hunt dates). Youth applicants MUST provide a Hunters Education Card before applying for any
hunts. All youth hunter(s) must have in possession their Hunter Education Card and Hunting permit
while in the field. A legal guardian is required to sign the permit. A legal guardian or adult mentor is
required to accompany the youth hunter for the duration of the hunt. Youth can also apply for adult
hunts. All Zuni youth scoring 98% on the written test and scoring 100% on the proficiency test for the
2017 NM Hunter Safety Course conducted in Zuni are eligible for a drawing for a cow elk permit.
Hunt dates Nov. 04-10, 2017. Hunter Orange is recommended but not Mandatory for all hunts.
28. No aerial scouting of any form is permitted.
29. It is Illegal to take or attempt to take game mammals over ground baited with any material or scent
distributed there to entice/attract/habituate the animal(s) to the area.
30. NO Alcohol or drugs are allowed during scouting and hunting activities. Anyone in possession or
under the influence of alcohol/drugs will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
31. All rules of “Fair Chase “will apply to scouting and hunting activities. Fair chase is defined as the
ethical, sportsmanlike, and lawful pursuit of a free-ranging wild game animal in a manner that does
not give the hunter an improper or unfair advantage. Ethics and common courtesy are greatly
appreciated by everyone in the field. Calling to locate game while scouting is “harassment”. All
TRIBAL regulations, codes and ordinances will be enforced.
32. Legal Shooting Hours for Big Game hunts are from ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset.
33. Wound fees (tribal members 50%, non-tribal members 50% of original fees) will be imposed if a
wounded animal is not retrieved within 48 hours of the incident. The Game and Fish Department
and/or Zuni Fish and Wildlife Department must be contacted within 6 hours of incident to assist with
locating wounded big game (no fees for assistance). Written confirmation must be provided by the
Game and Fish Ranger(s) that all search/recovery efforts were exhausted before a second permit is
issued at half price of original permit fee. Otherwise permit will be VOIDED. If a second animal is
wounded it is mandatory after 4 hours of initial search, that Game and Fish Rangers be notified to
assist in locating the animal. The hunter’s permit will be voided after 48 hours of last incident or end
of hunt, whichever comes first.
MULE DEER HUNTS
No.
Hunt
Cost
Open To
Tags
Hunt Dates
Application
Deadline
Drawing
Date
Permit Deadline
Tribal Mule Deer Bow*
$60
ZO
12
09/01-9/30/17
05/05/17
05/10/17
05/24/17
1M
2
Mazone Tribal Mule Deer Bow
Tribal Mule Deer Muzzleloader
$60
$70
ZO
ZO
2
10
09/01-9/30/17
09/30-10/08/17
05/05/17
05/19/17
05/10/17
05/24/17
05/24/17
06/07/17
2M
Mazone Tribal Mule Deer MZ
$70
ZO
2
09/30-10/08/17
05/19/17
05/24/17
06/07/17
3
4
Tribal Youth Mule Deer Rifle I
Tribal Mule Deer Rifle II
$65
$70
ZY
ZO
4
10
10/14-22/17
11/04-12/17
06/09/17
06/30/17
06/14/17
07/05/19
06/28/17
07/19/17
5
5M
Tribal Mule Deer Rifle III
Tribal Mule Deer Rifle III
$70
$70
ZO
ZO
10
5
11/18-26/17
11/18-26/17
07/14/17
07/14/17
07/19/17
07/19/17
08/02/17
08/02/17
1B
6
Late Tribal Mule Deer Bow*
Tribal Mule Deer Rifle IV***
$30
$90
ZO
ZO
6
12/25/17-1/7/18
07/21/17
07/26/17
08/09/17
1
12/30/17-1/7/18
BULL ELK AND COW ELK HUNTS
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Tribal Elk Bow
7M
Tribal Elk Bow
$50
ZO
20
08/26-9/10/17
05/12/17
05/17/17
05/31/17
$50
ZO
5
08/26-9/10/17
05/12/17
05/17/17
05/31/17
$1000
$400
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2
09/03-09/17
09/02-10/17
05/12/17
05/12/17
05/17/17
05/17/17
05/31/17
05/31/17
15
09/30-10/06/17
05/26/17
05/31/17
06/14/17
8
9
ONA Elk Bow
NZR-NZS Elk Bow
10
Tribal Elk Muzzleloader
$75
ONA
NZRNZS
ZO
$75
ZO
2
09/30-10/06/17
05/26/17
05/31/17
06/14/17
11
Mazone Tribal Elk
Muzzleloader
NZR & NZS Elk Muzzleloader
$400
5
09/30-10/06/17
05/26/17
05/31/17
06/14/17
12
ONA Elk Muzzleloader
$1500
NZRNZS
ONA
3
10/02-06/17
05/27/16
06/01/16
06/15/16
13
Tribal Youth Elk
$50
ZY
10
10/07-15/17
06/16/17
06/21/17
07/05/17
14
14M
Tribal Elk (Bull) Rifle
Mazone Tribal Elk (Bull) Rifle
$85
$85
ZO
ZO
10
5
10/07-13/17
10/07-13/17
07/07/17
07/07/17
07/12/17
07/12/17
07/26/17
07/26/17
15
15M
Tribal Cow Elk Rifle I
Mazone Tribal Cow Elk Bow I
$60
$60
ZO
ZO
20
5
10/14-20/17
10/14-20/17
08/04/17
08/04/17
08/09/17
08/09/17
08/23/17
08/23/17
16
16M
2nd Tribal Bow Elk
2nd Mazone Tribal Bow Elk
$50
$50
ZO
ZO
10/27-11/03/17
10/27-11/03/17
10/16/17
10/16/17
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17
17M
17B
18
Tribal Cow Elk Rifle II
Mazone Tribal Cow Elk Rifle II
NZ Spouse Rifle Cow Elk
ONA & NZR Cow Elk Rifle
$60
$60
$85
$200
20
5
5
5
11/04-10/17
11/04-10/17
11/04-10/17
11/11-17/17
08/11/17
08/11/17
08/11/17
08/18/17
08/16/17
08/16/17
08/16/17
08/23/17
08/30/17
08/30/17
08/30/17
09/06/17
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19M
Tribal Late Cow Elk Rifle IV***
Mazone Tribal Late Cow Elk
Rifle
Tribal Late Bull Elk Rifle***
Mazone Tribal Late Bull Elk
Rifle
$60
$60
ZO
ZO
NZS
ONA
NZR
ZO
ZO
10
5
12/04-10/17
12/04-10/17
08/18/17
08/18/17
08/23/17
08/23/17
09/06/17
09/06/17
$85
$65
ZO
ZO
10
5
12/04-10/17
12/04-10/17
07/28/17
07/28/17
08/02/17
08/02/17
08/16/17
08/16/17
06/02/17
06/23/17
06/07/17
06/28/17
06/21/17
07/12/17
05/03/17
05/17/17
10M
20
20M
ZUNI ONLY ANTELOPE HUNT
21
22
Tribal Antelope Bow
Tribal Antelope
$75
$75
ZO
ZO
4
4
08/26-9/10/17
09/02-10/17
TRIBAL MEMBER ONLY ONCE IN A LIFETIME HUNT
23
Tribal Package Hunt
$300
ZO
2
08/26/17-1/31/18
04/28/17
***Start dates on Hunts are subject to change according to cultural schedules and events, see restrictions
ZO =
Zuni Only
NZ =
Non Zuni
ONA =
Other Native American
ZR =
Zuni Resident
NZS =
Non-Zuni Spouse
ZY = Zuni tribal
Youth
TF = Trophy Fee
MULE DEER RESTRICTIONS
HUNT DATE
TAGS
Sept. 01-30, 2017
12
HUNT TITLE
1/1B. Tribal Mule Deer Bow*
AMOUNT
$60.00
OPEN TO
Zuni Only
One Mule Deer Buck with visible antlers. Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for January late hunt
*Dec.25, 2017-Jan. 07, 2018. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $30.00 fee. No mechanical broad
heads allowed on archery hunts nor are crossbows allowed.
1M. Mazone Tribal Mule Deer Bow
Sept. 01-30, 2017
2
$60.00
Zuni Only
One Mule Deer Buck with visible antlers. Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for January late hunt
*Dec.25, 2017-Jan. 07, 2018. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $40.00 fee. No mechanical broad
heads are allowed on neither archery hunts nor crossbows allowed. Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid
on State sections. Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
2. Tribal Mule Deer Muzzleloader
Sept, 30-Oct. 08, 2017
10
$70.00
Zuni Only
One Mule Deer Buck with 3x or greater antlers. Open iron sights or scopes allowed on Muzzleloaders.
2M. Mazone Ranch Tribal Mule
Sept, 30-Oct. 08, 2017
2
$70.00
Zuni Only
Deer Muzzleloader
One Mule Deer Buck with 3x or greater antlers. Open iron sights or scopes allowed on Muzzleloaders. Hunt only on Tribal
sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
3. Tribal Youth Mule Deer Rifle I
October 14-22 2017
4
$65.00
Zuni Youth Only
One Mule Deer Buck with visible antlers. All juveniles MUST provide a Hunters Education Card before applying for any hunt.
A legal guardian or adult mentor is required to accompany the juvenile hunter for the duration of the hunt. All juvenile hunters
must have in possession their Hunter Education Card and hunting permit while in the field. Youth applicants are allowed to
apply for adult hunts.
4. Tribal Mule Deer Rifle II
Nov. 04-12, 2017
10
$70.00
Zuni Only
Nov. 18-26, 2017
10
$70.00
Zuni Only
Nov. 18-26, 2017
5
$70.00
Zuni Only
***Dec. 25- Jan 07, 2018
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$30
Zuni Only
One Mule Deer Buck 3x or greater antlers.
5. Tribal Mule Deer Rifle III
One Mule Deer Buck 3x or greater antlers.
5M. Tribal Mule Deer Rifle III
One Mule Deer Buck 3x or greater antlers.
1B. Tribal Late Mule Deer Bow
One Mule Deer Buck with visible antlers. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $30.00 fee
1M. Mazone Tribal Late Mule Deer
***Dec. 25- Jan 07, 2018
$30
Zuni Only
Bow
One Mule Deer Buck with visible antlers. No mechanical broad heads are allowed on archery hunts. Hunt only on Tribal
sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
6. Tribal Mule Deer Rifle IV
***12/30/2017-01/07/2018
6
$90.00
Zuni Only
One Mule Deer Buck 3x greater antlers. *** Dates subject to change due to cultural calendar.
HUNT TITLE
7. Tribal Elk Bow
ELK HUNT RESTRICTIONS
HUNT DATE
TAGS
Aug. 26- Sept. 10, 2017
20
AMOUNT
$50.00
OPEN TO
Zuni Only
Either sex, mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for Oct.27Nov. 03, 2017 hunt. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $50.00 fee. No mechanical broad heads are
allowed on archery hunts.
7M. Mazone-Tribal Elk Bow
Aug. 26-Sept. 10, 2017
5
$50.00
Zuni Only
Elk either sex, mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for Oct.27Nov. 03, 2017 hunt. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $50.00 fee. No mechanical broad heads are
allowed on archery hunts. Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and
State Rangers will enforce regulations.
HUNT TITLE
ELK HUNT RESTRICTIONS CONTINUED:
HUNT DATE
TAGS
AMOUNT
OPEN TO
8. Other Native American Elk
Sept 02-10, 2017
2
$1000.00
Other Native American
Bow
One Bull elk (4X or better) or mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Rules and regulation #22 apply. No mechanical
broad heads allowed on archery hunts.
9. Non-Zuni Spouse/Zuni
Sept 02-10, 2017
2
$400.00
Non-Zuni Resident/ NZ
Resident Elk Bow
Spouses
One Bull elk (4x or better) or mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Rules and regulation #22 apply. No mechanical
broad heads are allowed on archery hunts.
10. Tribal Elk Muzzleloader
Sept. 30-Oct. 06, 2017
15
$75.00
Zuni Only
One Bull Elk 5X (5x means: 5x0, 5x1, 5x2…) or better or mature cow (2 years old or with calf). Open iron sights or scopes
allowed on Muzzleloaders.
10M. Mazone Tribal Elk
Sept. 30-Oct. 06, 2017
2
$75.00
Zuni Only
Muzzleloader
One Bull Elk 5X (5x means: 5x0, 5x1, 5x2…) or better or mature cow (2 years old or with calf). Open iron sights or scopes
allowed on Muzzleloaders. Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and
State Rangers will enforce regulations.
11. Non-Zuni Spouse/ Non-Zuni Resident,
Sept. 30-Oct. 06, 2017
5
$400.00
N-Z
Elk Muzzleloader
R/Spouses
One Bull Elk 5x (5x means: 5x0, 5x1, 5x2…) or better, or mature cow (2 years old or with calf). Open iron sights or scopes
allowed on Muzzleloaders.
12. Other Native American Elk
Oct. 02-06 2017
3
$1500.00
ONA
Muzzleloader
One Bull Elk 5x or better or mature cow (2 years old or with calf). Open iron sights or scopes allowed on Muzzleloaders.
Rules and regulation #22 apply.
13. Tribal Youth Elk Hunt
Oct. 07-15, 2017
10
$50.00
Zuni Youth Only
One elk either sex - Any legal rifle. All youth rules and regulations #27 apply.
14. Tribal Bull Elk Rifle
Oct. 07-13, 2017
10
$85.00
Zuni Only
$85.00
Zuni Only
Bull Elk 5X or greater.
14M. Mazone Tribal Bull Elk Rifle
Oct. 07-13, 2017
5
Bull Elk 5X or greater. Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and State
Rangers will enforce regulations.
15. Tribal Cow Elk Rifle I
Oct. 14-20, 2017
20
$60.00
Zuni Only
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf).
15M. Mazone Tribal Cow Elk Rifle I
Oct. 14-20, 2017
5
$60.00
Zuni Only
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf). Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections.
Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
16. 2nd Tribal Bow Elk
Oct. 27-Nov 03, 2017
$50.00
Zuni Only
Either sex, mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for Oct.27Nov. 03, 2017 hunt. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $50.00 fee.
16M. 2nd Mazone Tribal Bow Elk
Oct. 27-Nov 03, 2017
$50.00
Zuni Only
Either sex, mature cow elk (2 years old or with calf). Unsuccessful hunters for September hunt will be eligible for Oct.27Nov. 03, 2017 hunt. Original permit must be returned, new permit issued with a $50.00 fee. Hunt only on Tribal sections of
Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
17. Tribal Cow Elk Rifle II
Nov. 04-10, 2017
20
$60.00
Zuni Only
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf).
17M. Mazone Tribal Cow Elk Rifle
Nov. 04-10, 2017
5
$60.00
Zuni Only
II
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf). Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections.
Tribal Rangers and State Rangers will enforce regulations.
ELK HUNT RESTRICTIONS CONTINUED:
HUNT TITLE
17B. NZS Cow Elk Rifle
HUNT DATE
TAGS
AMOUNT
Nov 04-10, 2017
5
$85.00
NZS
5
$200.00
ONA, NZR
$60.00
Zuni Only
OPEN TO
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf).
18. ONA, NZR Cow Elk Rifle
Nov 11-17, 2017
One Mature Cow Elk (2 years old or with calf). Rules and regulation #22 apply.
19. Tribal Late Cow Elk Rifle
Dec. 04-10, 2017
10
One Mature Cow (2 years old or with calf). Hunt dates are subject to change according to cultural events.
19M. Mazone Tribal Late Cow
Dec. 04-10, 2017
5
$60.00
Elk Rifle
One Mature Cow (2 years old or with calf). Hunt dates are subject to change according to cultural events.
Zuni Only
20. Tribal Late Bull Elk Rifle
Zuni Only
Dec. 04-10, 2017
10
$85.00
One Bull Elk 5X or Better. Hunt dates are subject to change according to cultural events
20M. Mazone Tribal Late Bull Elk
Dec. 04-10, 2017
5
$65.00
Zuni Only
Rifle
One Bull Elk 5X or Better. Hunt only on Tribal sections of Mazone Ranch, not valid on State sections. Tribal Rangers and
State Rangers will enforce regulations.
ANTELOPE HUNT RESTRICTIONS
Hunt Title
Hunt Date
TAGS
Amount
Open To
21. Tribal Antelope Bow
Aug. 26-Sept.10,
4
$75.00
Zuni Only
2017
One Antelope Buck with horns equal to or longer than ears. Hunt will take place on tribal sections of Mazone Ranch and
Main Reservation. The Mazone ranch is checker-boarded with state and tribal land with the hunt closely coordinated with the
Zuni Tribal Rangers. A pre-hunt mandatory meeting at the ZFWD office is on Wednesday August 17th at 5:30 PM, permits
will be issued at meeting. It is mandatory that archery equipment be stored to and from Mazone Ranch via Atarque Ranch.
22. Tribal Antelope
Sept. 02-10, 2017
4
$75.00
Zuni Only
One Antelope Buck with horns longer than ears. Choice of legal hunting weapon. Hunt will take place on tribal sections of
the Mazone Ranch. The Mazone ranch is checker-boarded with state and tribal land with the hunt closely coordinated with
the Zuni Tribal Rangers. A pre-hunt mandatory meeting at the ZFWD office is on Wednesday August 17th at 5:30 PM,
permits will be issued at meeting. It is mandatory that all weapons be unloaded and stored to and from Mazone Ranch.
ZUNI TRIBAL ONCE IN A LIFETIME PACKAGE HUNT RESTRICTIONS
23. Tribal Package HuntAugust 26, 20172
$300
Zuni Only
Once in a life time
Jan. 31, 2018
Tribal Once in a lifetime Package includes permits for: One Bull Elk 5x or better; One Mule Deer Buck 3x or better; One
Antelope Buck with horns equal to or longer than ears, one mature Cow Elk. Open to Main Reservation and Mazone Ranch
(Tribal Sections only). Permit open from Aug. 27, 2017- Jan. 31, 2018. Successfully drawn applicant may use any LEGAL
weapon allowed on the proclamation, recommended weapon coincide with current hunt (Archery, Muzzleloader, and Rifle).
Black Rock Bosque fire arm restrictions apply. Hunts closed during cultural events as other hunts. Each animal harvested is
required to be checked into the Zuni Fish and Wildlife as soon as possible. All other tribal rules and regulations apply.
Permit(s) are non-transferable. Drawn applicant will have ten (10) working days to submit $150.00 (50%) to hold permit then
twenty (20) additional working days to submit remaining balance. Permittee that has paid the fee and is incapacitated
(medical reasons, physician statement) and unable to hunt Aug. 26, 2017-Jan. 31, 2018, 50% of fees paid will be
reimbursable. Once drawn and hunted at least one day, not eligible to reapply or receive refund.
Trophy’s harvested on Zuni.
Eldred Lesansee 2015 Tribal Mule Deer ML 5x6
Darren Sanchez, 2015 Tribal Elk Muzzleloader, 6x6