JACKSON HOLE, WYO – Wyoming Game and Fish is assuring hunters the email they may have received from the University of Wyoming is legit. The questionnaire is part of research being jointly conducted by UW and the Game and Fish.
Some 2,000 Wyoming hunters were randomly sampled to participate in the survey seeking opinions about advancements in hunting technology. WGFD hopes to better understand Cowboy State citizens’ feelings and perspectives about the advancements in hunting technology.
“Hunting technology is rapidly developing,” said Mike Choma, the Game and Fish’s law enforcement supervisor. “We are looking to get a feel for the public’s perspective and their opinions on this technology to help us better inform the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.”
Some of the technology being surveyed includes the use of so-called ‘smart rifles,’ some of which are able to hit a target 1,000 yards away as opposed to a more traditional 400 or less. Other rifles are equipped with ‘lock-on’ technology similar to those found in jet fighters. These weapons will not fire even after the trigger is pulled unless/until the user has properly lined up the shot with the intended target.
Some hi-tech rifles also feature built-in tracking systems.
Game and Fish also wants to hear opinions on trail cameras, crossbow use during archery season, drones, and electronic big game calls.
Some new gadgets may be considered an infringement on ‘fair chase’ policies the department and the state prides itself in.
Survey results will be presented to the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission at their November meeting in Casper.
