Have you ever wondered what the WORLD record mule deer looks like? How about the WORLD record whitetail? Well, it just so happens that you can find the Boone & Crockett world record muley and whitetail in Missoula.
The Boone & Crockett mission, according to their website, states: It is the mission of the Boone and Crockett Club to promote the conservation and management of wildlife, especially big game, and its habitat, to preserve and encourage hunting and to maintain the highest ethical standards of fair chase and sportsmanship in North America. The Boone & Crockett museum, located at 250 Station Drive in Missoula, is worth checking out when you get a chance, and is also a great place for the kids, as they have swatches of hides for each animal they have on display, along with information on each of the animals.
To give you a sneak peek at what you will find there, here are photos of the world record typical mule deer and the world record typical whiteail with the information on when and where these magnificent animals were taken:
To find out how you can become an official Boone & Crockett measurer, to find out more information about the education programs they offer and just to see what else they are all about, visit their website at www.boone-crockett.org.
