Shed Antler Hunting

A different type of hunt takes place for wildlife enthusiasts in the late winter and into spring - the hunt for antlers. Deer and elk shed their antlers each winter, providing an opportunity for people to search for them and further their connection with and understanding of wildlife.

Elk antlers start dropping in mid-February, deer start dropping in March, and the season progresses through the end of April.

Arizona doesn't regulate shed antler hunting, but if you set out in search of a set, it's important to be a good steward of the land. Remove all trash, clean up after yourself, and stay on designated roadways for all full-size and off-highway vehicles. Ask permission for access to private property in advance of the outing, and leave all lands better than you found them.