out of state elk hunts. what are your plans?

[D-Rock425]

I know a lot of you guys put in for out of state hunts every year.  I thought it would be cool to see where people plan to put in for or plan on hunting in 2012 for elk.

[boneaddict]

My out of state budget/plans has been shrinking dramatically............Utah probably for sure.

[Jason]

First off this new year I have to find a more dedicated hunting partner (my current hunting partner has found that being a small bussiness owner has left him no time to hunt) I would like to hunt Idaho for Deer and Elk and maybe Wyoming for speed goats.

[JLS]

Just buying points this year.

[MAVsled]

My out of state budget/plans has been shrinking dramatically............Utah probably for sure.

 
Non resident fees have been increasing, in some states bordering on the ridiculous for the average hunter's budget.
I used to hunt OR but now every other season...maybe.

[BrushChimp]

This is the first year I am going to start to really putting in for out-of-state tags, permits and points. For elk, I think I should draw Montana, and put in for points in Colorado and Wyoming.

[Bean Counter]

NM and AZ for sure. Probably the Gila National Forest due to their ridonculous size and low hunting pressure.

I got a buddy who has private property access near where the Spider Bull was killed in Utah. I will pursue that if I don't get drawn in AZ/NM. There's always the farm in WA I can buy an OTC tag in.

[Bean Counter]

New Mexico has already published their 2012 regs, btw. 

[colockumelk]

Points in WY.  I live in NY currently so going to WA is technically out of state for me

[Bridger]

we will be applying to Montana.

[Bean Counter]

I would like to buy points in all western states where its not too pricey. Note to self: start some research 

[Bigluke1981]

Wyoming - elk and antelope
Montana - deer, elk and antelope

If not drawn in Wyoming then we may do a Colorado 3rd season OTC elk.

[WDFW Hates ME!!!]

Colorado- Deer and Elk
Wyoming- Elk points

[bigpaw 77]

Montana -deer and elk and maybe speed goat

[3dvapor]

cashing in my 16 arizona elk points this year hopefully

[idahoelkhunter300wby]

Idaho

[gasman]

Planning on OR. next year for elk with a couple forum members 

[RadSav]

We just reserved six spots for BC elk, deer and bear for next year with Sawtooth/Grizzly Basin.  Giving two spots away to some guys I met hunting early season.  Going to see what my other friends are willing to do for the final two spots.  I'm hoping at least one will offer to build a new shed for the squaw so I can get her crap out of my stuff.

[hunter-4-life]

Putting in for deer and elk in idaho. An :yeah:d if nor drawn i might do a otc elk tag.

[B.G.hunter]

I will put for Idaho draw if I don't draw I won't hunt elk out of state maybe deer.

[Basket Rack]

Hopefully cashing in my 10 points in Utah on  LE archery elk tag we will see, plus putting in for deer and moose as well.

Coloado- deer draw and maybe a archery or 3rd season OTC elk tag if no Utah tag.
Wyoming- elk and deer points
Nevada- deer draw
Montana- deer combo ( not sure though deer #'s are way down may hold off a year or two)

[plugger]

Lets see, I live in eastern Wa, and buy the West side tage. Does that count?

[dougedoug]

Planing on go to  Montana in 2013 with the owner son.He wanted me to go next year,but racing is going to take up must of my time this year.Can't wait should be fun

[sirmissalot]

Currently I'm planning on applying for an Idaho elk hunt, if I don't draw I will just hunt general season.

[steeleywhopper]

 Wyoming gets my money next season.

[Odell]

Oregon deer and elk.  Pretty excited about it, hope I draw the deer tag I want, the elk tag is OTC.

[bowhuntersd]

I'm trying to plan an Idaho OTC Elk hunt for next year. Still doing some research on which area would be the best odds.

[SniperDanWA]

Colorado, if I can make it work...Elk

[huntnnw]

ID and WA elk...WY points

[Bigshooter]

ID    I plan on putting in for a muzzy deer tag.  And I will also apply for elk and antelope tags.  Just not sure what units yet for elk and antelope.
MT   Going to put in for just the deer combo.
CO   Going to buy another deer point most likely.  But there is still a chance I might put in for a tag.
Wy   I will atleast buy points for deer, elk, and antelope.  And most likely will put in for an antelope tag.  If I fail to draw any tags i'll pickup a left over for deer.
UT    I will put in for deer and elk.
AZ    I will buy my deer, elk, and sheep points.
OR    I'm going to buy points for deer and elk.  And apply for sheep.
NV    I'll atleast buy points for everything.  Might put in for a deer tag.

Still have to talk to my hunting buddies and make final plans.  Right now they are very fluid.

[trophyhunt]

Waiting to get the Wyoming regs to see if they go up this year. Either way, puttin in for Wyoming elk, Idaho special elk and deer, over the counter elk if I don't draw.  This is getting expensive!!!!

[NoBark]

Wy regs are out.  Go take a look.

Normally I'm in a bunch of states, but I see that both AZ and NM have joined UT and OR in making you buy a hunting license first, before you applay for a tag.  Ouch!  More $$ not coming back after I blank the draw.   So, we'll see how the finances hold up over the next couple of months.

[Bean Counter]

NM's license is $60. If I read the regs correct, you can have your license cost refunded if you're not drawn for anything. There is still like a $20 fee that comes out of the tag though. I believe AZ is about $150 for NR, and I dont think that gets refunded.

Wy regs are out.  Go take a look.
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Thanks! I will.

[heavy hauler]

points only for deer, elk, antelope in wyoming, apply for a archery elk tag +rifle mule deer in az, maybe deer or elk hunt in idaho

[NoBark]

Thanks Bean, I hadnt read about the refund on the license.  Just went to the site yesterday for a few minute at lunch.   Let the games begin!

[NoBark]

Bean, I just read through it and it says license and app fee will NOT be refunded.  Hmmmmmm
Nothing's ever easy.

[Bean Counter]

On page 4 of the NM regs, under "Important Information:"

7. Hunters Are Encouraged to USE IT!
Hunters who are unsuccessful in the drawing are
encouraged to keep their Game-hunting License
and use it for hunting small game during open seasons.
If requested at time of application, refunds will be offered
for the Game-hunting License, but NOT the combination
Game-hunting and Fishing License. Refunds will be
issued in May.

Anybody? 

[NoBark]

Bean,  my bad!! I was looking and thinking Arizona and not NM..

Then I realized AZ has had the license thing foing for seveal years already.   You're fine my friend, I on the otherhand am obviously trying to get drawn in too many stats and getting way to confused.


Dang,  either that or the rum cake was reallllllllly good this year.

Merry Christmas

[runningboard]

ID otc elk , we do it every year for me & my youngest. WY deer

[big wood]

 already have my idaho elk tag, put in for a controlled deer hunt
wy points on elk, deer and sheep (got the max)

[Bean Counter]

Bean,  my bad!! I was looking and thinking Arizona and not NM..

Then I realized AZ has had the license thing foing for seveal years already.   You're fine my friend, I on the otherhand am obviously trying to get drawn in too many stats and getting way to confused.


Dang,  either that or the rum cake was reallllllllly good this year.

Merry Christmas

No worries buddy. Just remember to bring the proper tags to the corresponding state when you hunt 

[summit creek]

oregon way under rated 4 elk and deer did i mention giant blacktails

[ridgefire]

been putting in for wy elk for a few years now but thinking im going to just buy a point this year and go back to idaho with my dad, brothers and couple of friends

[Bean Counter]

2012 info for Arizona Elk & Pronghorn is up! GET SOME!!!!!!!

http://www.azgfd.gov/regs/elkregs.pdf