Can non-residents enter Pope & Young scoring?

Eligibility Requirements

To enter Pope & Young scoring, archers must submit their harvests through a qualified Professional Hunter or a certified Taxidermist. Non-resident hunters must have their harvests scored by a certified measurer, who adheres to the Pope & Young Club’s measurement standards. This ensures that the animal’s score is accurate and meets the organization’s criteria.

Measurement Process

The Pope & Young Club requires that all entries be measured using the organization’s official measurement guidelines. This includes taking precise measurements of the animal’s antlers, including the length, spread, and circumference of each beam, as well as the number of points, forks, and other characteristics. Certified measurers must follow these guidelines to ensure that the animal’s score is accurate.

Submissions and Judging

Hunters who wish to enter their harvests into the Pope & Young Club’s scoring system must submit their entries through the organization’s website or by mail. Once received, the entries are reviewed and judged by a panel of experts, who assess the animal’s score based on the official measurement guidelines. Only entries that meet the organization’s criteria are eligible for recognition and publication in the Pope & Young Club’s record book.