I think most are going to tell you to just apply and the rest will fall in place, all the units hold moose and guys are always willing to help once you have the tag. I personally like the later hunts after the rut, but I've only hunted moose once and that was in Canada. The 49 degrees tag is the mostly sought after tag for moose, that one will be a tough one to draw to say the least. I think mika peak is the area that is gated or at least one area that you have to walk in, you will get better info from others that know much more than me. Good luck in the draw, you can't go wrong with any of the permits in my opinion.