Spring bear points

[YellowShells]

Does WDFW have a system for buying preference points after the draw, like some other states do? I realize I can call and ask, but it's the weekend, and I'm impatient.

[HillHound]

Nope. If you put in this year and were unsuccessful you have one. Only way to get additional points is unsuccessful applications. Not possible to get more than one point a year

[dilleytech]

Or you could have chosen to just buy a point. But you missed that boat.

[YellowShells]

That's what I figured, I just know of at least 2 other states that will take your money well after the draw if you miss it (still just 1 point per year).

I didn't buy a point because I got confused by the system, where I thought I'd have to declare my elk weapon of choice just to get my tags, so that I could apply, etc. I assume you at least have to buy a package with a bear tag to apply for spring bear special tag, correct?

[Ghost Hunter]

At the least, you would need to purchase a bear license to apply for a spring bear permit or apply for a point.  The tag is good for fall season.

[Meow]

For future reference, you don't have to select your elk tag immediately when you buy a package that includes one. You can do that later when you decide on a weapon and region.

[YellowShells]

Copy, thanks for the replies, guys.