Utah Draw

[TomT]

Congrats Walleye!  I've been thinking of going to that show for a few years now.  Was it a good show?   I have family that live a few miles from the Manti unit and I've explored it a little.  Beautiful country!

[walleye1]

I wouldn't go just for the show its just ok. We went to the banquet to see the high dollar tag sale. Full curl society giveaway I think nine sheep tags Plus your Utah convention tags make it worth the trip for me. And if you like mule deer there's probably 200 plus 200 inches mounted

[swashington2128]

Understand the stats but keep in mind that those stats are for the entire state. You can look at the different areas and find better chances. There are places that are great for really nice bulls and places that are good. If you go for archery your chances are better but it is hard hunting with long shots. Still better than this state.

[TomT]

Yes, I agree, that is why I suggested burning points on easier to draw areas.   I was only pointing out that if people are just starting out with a dream of drawing one of the highly coveted tags, the odds are very slim.

[kramer]

Hey walleye pm me. I have info for your elk tag if you need some help.

[swashington2128]

TomT, I wasn't arguing with you because you are correct, I was just pointing out that it is not all doom and gloom for those not needing to get into the premium units. I went there last year for general season Mule Deer and had an absolute blast. Nearly every day I was glassing great bucks and then trying to get a good stalk on them. 85 yards was the closest I could get but still it was awesome. The average bucks I was looking at were 160 class deer with one really nice buck that was pushing 180. This was in a National park public land hunting. I never ran into another hunter the whole week and it was only week two of the season.

So if someone wants quality hunting and a good chance at general season while keeping the dream alive by collecting points, Utah is a good choice.

[TomT]

Sounds like a good time!  I may try that next year, but have Colorado plans this year.

[starbailey]

Fingers are crossed. Got mine done yesterday.

[boneaddict]

I'm ready to,draw

[ShaneTyTrey]

I am in for all species and only premium tags, I am ready to get skunked but you can't win if you don't play!

[BULLBLASTER]

I'm in for deer elk and bison. Not really having too high of hopes but someone had to win right!!??

[Alaskan]

Went to the show as well in Utah. Things are getting interesting down there with regard to the expo and the tags given away.

http://kutv.com/allegations-of-corruption-surround-utah-hungtin-and-conservation-expo

[Halo]

I'm all ready to apply, I've been waiting until the last minute because this year I have to buy a license and waiting gives me longer next year. I'm going long odds again this year so I will likely just be gaining points. I am getting closer though, 17 points for deer and bison and 7 for everything else. Good luck everybody.