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Yes, the Pope & Young Club recognizes and categorizes entries from different regions in North America, with the main categories including the Eastern and Western regions, as well as the Canadian province of Ontario.
Regional Categories
The Pope & Young Club recognizes entries from the Eastern and Western regions, which are further divided into sub-regions. The Eastern region includes entries from Maine to Florida, and west to the Mississippi River. The Western region includes entries from the Mississippi River west to the Rocky Mountains, and from Canada to Mexico. These categories help to promote fair and consistent scoring standards, as well as to recognize the unique characteristics of wildlife populations in each region.
Scoring and Eligibility
To be eligible for scoring, a big game animal must meet certain criteria, including being harvested using archery equipment, and meeting minimum size requirements based on the species. For example, a typical whitetail buck must have at least 125 inches of Boone and Crockett (B&C) gross score to be eligible for scoring. The Pope & Young Club uses a standardized system to measure and record the size and characteristics of each animal, and the data is then used to set minimum size requirements for future entries.
Regional Records and Recognition
Regional records are set and recognized by the Pope & Young Club, and are an important part of the organization’s mission to promote conservation and fair chase hunting practices. The club uses a tiered system to recognize regional records, with the highest scores earning recognition at the national level. This system helps to promote excellence in hunting and conservation, and provides a clear standard of achievement for hunters across North America.
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