I would pick 61 way before 44. The statistics page on the Colorado DOW says that 3 years ago, there were over 10,000 deer in unit 44. Last year, they estimated less than 3000! Sounds like they had a serious die off too. 61 has not had that problem from what I have heard. In unit 44, the deer can only go so low. In 61, they can keep going down in harder winters. I might hunt 44, but not with 12 points.

I wouldn't hesitate to consider 3rd rifle for 61 because this year is it later, and should include some of the rut. The thing you have to consider for 4th season on any unit, is whether or not the deer will be down on private by then.