Yep, no preference points for Wyo residents for elk. Some species, not elk. Luck of the draw.
Draw odds for some units are tough. Good news is there are some good general tag units if you are willing to put in the work. And if willing to bow hunt you can get to rutting elk in September.
Same story with deer and antelope. Some units have a 10% draw rate for residents.
Edited to add, if you don’t draw your preferred unit you can purchase a General Tag over the counter.
Last edited by joelkdouglas; 07/16/18.