O F F I C I A L W YO L O T T O T M

Tips & Techniques to IMPROVE YOUR HUNTING SUCCESS

by: Ivana Winn

JACKPOTALOPE HUNTER’S

F IELD GUIDE

is the most thoroughly researched compendium of jackpotalope lore known to man. The result of decades of field observation, it is the jackpotalope hunter’s most valuable resource.

Containing equipment tips, tested techniques and little-known, but highly valuable facts, it will enhance your jackpotalope knowledge, hone your jackpotalope spotting skills and, just maybe, help you get your hands on one.

This Guide

Table of Contents

The Jackpotalope 02

Habitat & Habits 04

The Hunters 06

Equipment & Gear 08

Hunting Techniques 10

Get Out There 12

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THE JACKPOTALOPE

The jackpotalope is a wily and elusive creature. Its habits are strange and known to only a few. But those armed with patience, stealth, an abundance of optimism and the right equipment can increase their chances of getting their hands on one.

LARGE FLOPPY EARS Jackpotalopes have excellent hearing

and can hear your deepest hopes and dreams.

NOTE Every day since August 24, 2014 has been declared as open jackpotalope season.

If caught, jackpotalopes will bring you a lifetime of GOOD FORTUNE

You’ll never find one if you don’t go looking for it.

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GOLDEN YELLOW FUR It’s said that jackpotalope

fur gets its golden color from the liquid gold that

runs through it’s veins.

FURRY CHEST Rubbing a jackpotalope’s chest brings great joy and happiness.

NOTE: The bigger the jackpot, the bigger the jackpotalope. You’ll never find one if you don’t go looking for it.

LARGE FLOPPY EARS Jackpotalopes have excellent hearing

and can hear your deepest hopes and dreams.

SENSE OF SMELL The jackpotalope can

smell a dollar bill from a mile away and two bills

from two miles away.ANTLERS You know you’ve found real jackpotalope antlers if they taste like sugar.

LUCKY JACKPOTALOPE FOOT Not just any leg will do, only the back left foot of the jackpotalope is the lucky one.

NOTE Jackpotalope licenses may be purchased at WyoLotto retailers statewide. Proceeds go towards their habitat and native land (Wyoming).

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EYES A jackpotalope’s eyesight is so good, they almost always spot you before you spot them.

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Habitat

The jackpotalope’s home range is restricted to Wyoming, however anyone who holds a jackpotalope license (lottery ticket) in their possession is able to pursue this elusive creature. The jackpotalope is thought to thrive in a broad range of habitats. Confirmed sightings have occurred in grasslands, alpine regions, urban areas, gas stations, bowling alleys, living rooms, bars, cubicles, and even, on a few rare occasions, the UW basketball court. So keep your eyes peeled — you never know where he’ll be.

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Habits

The most distinguishing behavioral characteristic of the jackpotalope is its elusive nature. However, this relatively docile creature has presented itself to a lucky few. Although no aggressive tendencies have been observed or reported, jackpotalope hunters are advised to use caution when approaching the creature. Anecdotal evidence suggests that displaying the peace sign with both hands raised over the head and the right leg extended outward may calm a startled jackpotalope.

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The Hunters

Jackpotalope hunting is open to anyone and everyone 18 years of age or older. While many delight in scouting alone, tracking the jackpotalope in groups can provide added joy and excitement.

The leader of a group or pool of hunters is referred to as the “Jackpot Guide.” The role of this individual is to monitor the size of the lottery jackpots for his or her squad of “Jackspotters” (pool members) and encourage them to buy hunting licenses (lottery tickets).

Jackspotters

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Essential Equipment

To be successful, the jackpotalope hunter must be properly outfitted. Although not mandatory, the dedicated jackpotalope hunter should be equipped with the following when venturing afield:

Camo Paint

The Warrior

The Slap

The Quarter Back

The Kiss

The Kitten

The Bar Graph

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Gear Up

NECKTIE Serves as a headband or a necktie.

NET THE weapon of choice when hunting Jackpotalopes

BANDANA Serves as a necktie or a headband.

JACKPOTALOPE CALL It’s a kazoo.

SHORTS For easy mobility. If you don’t have shorts, cut your pants.

SHIRT Camo is preferred, but any shirt with the sleeves rolled up will do.

TALL SOCKS Great when hunting in tall brush.

FANNY PACK Great for carrying snacks or dollar bills to use as bait.

SCENT COVER Dousing yourself in either powdered sugar, cinnamon, or glitter will throw off your scent with even the most keen of jackpotalopes.

COMPASS Duh.

KNEE PADS Good for crawling in both wooded and urban areas.

FOOT WEAR Jackpotalopes are fast. Shoes with good traction should suffice. When hunting in urban areas, roller skates might just help you gain the edge you need.

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Building a Blind

A blind is essential for those jackpotalope hunters who

prefer the ambush technique to the stalk. Although commercially

manufactured blinds are widely used when hunting other species, they have no place on a serious jackpotalope hunt. Rather, blinds constructed solely of Wyoming materials are de rigueur for the modern jackpotalope hunter.

Stalking

Given the inherently wary nature of the jackpotalope, a stealthy approach is recommended. However, if hooting and hollering brings you good luck you can do that too. In the field, the hunter must move slowly and deliberately, being mindful to avoid startling the creature. Humming, singing, belching or flatulence that exceeds 63.5 decibels could result in an unsuccessful stalk. A ghillie suit embellished with native flora is an effective addition to the stalker’s kit.

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Calling

The jackpotalope has a highly developed sense of hearing. Able to pick up sounds across a broad range of frequencies, the elusive creature is known to be especially attracted to the sound of a kazoo.

The most effective kazoo technique for calling jackpotalopes into range has proven to be a falsetto rendition of the Queen classic, “Bohemian Rhapsody” played in 14/16 time. Alternatively, blowing across a blade of grass held firmly between the thumbs reproduces the high-pitched jackpotalope mating call, which more often than not proves highly effective in drawing in the elusive jackpotalope.

Blow on this end

Not this end

Magical sounds

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Get out there

Now that you are fully prepared and educated in the ways of the jackpotalope you are well equipped to embark on your own hunt.

While planning a well coordinated hunt is encouraged, some of the most productive hunts are impulsive and spontaneous.

Get your jackpotalope licenses (Wyoming Lottery tickets) at any WyoLotto retailer across the state and be on the lookout every week to see if you were lucky enough to catch the elusive jackpotalope.

Start your pool at

WYOLOTTO.COM

Good Luck &

HAPPY HUNTING

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Phone: 307.432.9300 wyolotto.com