Post by: millerwheeler on May 24, 2023, 05:34:45 PM
Best of luck to all especially the youth !!!!
Post by: trophyhunt on May 24, 2023, 05:49:45 PM
Post by: Mfowl on May 24, 2023, 06:20:24 PM
Post by: hunter399 on May 24, 2023, 06:25:03 PM
One word" SELECTED" .
I know I'm a loser already,but I'm still all in.
Suspense is killing me.
I'm afraid to even log in and double check what a put in for.
Draw fever huntwa is way worse than buck fever.
Post by: builtfordtough on May 24, 2023, 06:28:02 PM
Post by: millerwheeler on May 24, 2023, 06:28:22 PM
I used to get crazy excited, then major depressed. With sooo many points in quality elk, bull elk and not drawing in 27 years, I don’t expect anything anymore, not quite as depressing. Have a multi season elk in my pocket this year, so either way, I’m hunting bulls. Good luck all, you’re gonna need it.
I think multi elk it one of the best opportunities we have that possible !
Post by: Meow on May 24, 2023, 06:43:47 PM
It's hard to get very excited about the draw, but I'm really excited for bear season. I'm already selected for that. ;)
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on May 24, 2023, 06:49:13 PM
Post by: MADMAX on May 24, 2023, 06:58:19 PM
Pearrygin then a Chewuch
Never know 🤞🙏
Post by: hunter399 on May 24, 2023, 08:02:50 PM
Last in ,is first to draw right :chuckle: :dunno: :chuckle: :dunno:
You guys should all do it with me!
Pinky swear guys..... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: Bullkllr on May 24, 2023, 08:05:51 PM
Post by: millerwheeler on May 24, 2023, 08:32:24 PM
Should I resubmitt all my apps at midnight or what. :dunno:
Last in ,is first to draw right :chuckle: :dunno: :chuckle: :dunno:
You guys should all do it with me!
Pinky swear guys..... :chuckle: :chuckle:
Don’t do that we do wait an awful long time for results and we know they always have a long call back list
Post by: Wingin it on May 24, 2023, 08:42:04 PM
Post by: bobcat on May 24, 2023, 09:02:29 PM
Post by: X-Force on May 24, 2023, 09:03:46 PM
But who knows… 1 oil in my family in the last 17 years… it would be cool to see another one drawn.
Post by: Ridgerunner on May 24, 2023, 09:13:56 PM
Post by: phildobaggins on May 24, 2023, 09:25:38 PM
Post by: blumtnelkndeer on May 24, 2023, 09:30:46 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on May 24, 2023, 09:33:27 PM
My enthusiasm was so much higher decades ago. Maybe I'm getting older, the draws are getting tougher, but my mindset has defiantly changed over the years, I still hope this year I pull a great tag but with my much lowered expectations the disappointment will be minimal when I see a bunch of unselected.
:yeah:
Just not feeling it this year...the last couple years actually I just don't get my hopes up...low tag numbers...great out of state success... IDK....my permit apps are half of what they used to be. I'm just burned out with getting all excited in Washington.... maybe I'm old and grouchy... maybe its because we got some cool life changing plans in the works....who knows...
If I draw i draw...if I don't meh...who cares .
Post by: pickardjw on May 24, 2023, 09:40:56 PM
Post by: cem3434 on May 24, 2023, 09:44:35 PM
I won't complain if I draw an OIL tag though.....
Post by: huntnnw on May 24, 2023, 11:02:56 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 24, 2023, 11:20:07 PM
These hunts are what you make of them. It took me all too many years to learn that it’s about the time in the field with friends/family, not the animal! :twocents:
Good luck to everyone in the draws!
Post by: Dan-o on May 24, 2023, 11:42:55 PM
Now that Trophy Deer and Trophy Elk are practically OIL, I'm pretty pessimistic.
Post by: huntnphool on May 24, 2023, 11:55:45 PM
Between my 3 grown sons (26,29,32)and myself, we have drawn 0 OIL tags.
Now that Trophy Deer and Trophy Elk are practically OIL, I'm pretty pessimistic.
Hang in there Dan-O, you will draw soon!
Post by: Skyvalhunter on May 25, 2023, 05:48:32 AM
Between my 3 grown sons (26,29,32)and myself, we have drawn 0 OIL tags.Then again quality deer elk need to become just deer and elk now without the quality designation
Now that Trophy Deer and Trophy Elk are practically OIL, I'm pretty pessimistic.
Post by: huntnnw on May 25, 2023, 05:57:35 AM
Post by: Dan-o on May 25, 2023, 06:16:03 AM
and whys that? that drawing a bull elk tag isnt quality anymore? Ill beg to differ. Hell hunting mule deer in November with a rifle is a far cry from general season
Agreed.
I see quality bulls every year while chasing spikes...... Just need the tag...... pleeeeze.
Post by: trophyhunt on May 25, 2023, 06:25:04 AM
I have a record low number of applications submitted this year. Only 5 for myself, and 2 for my 17 year old daughter. I did have only 4 applications but last minute I bought and submitted one in the antlerless elk category. I feel like my odds of drawing a moose permit is as good as anything else. 27 points should help a little. Might bring my odds up to 1 in 50? Who knows. Good luck everyone.I have a good feeling you will draw, good luck!
Post by: huntnnw on May 25, 2023, 08:09:44 AM
Post by: GASoline71 on May 25, 2023, 08:21:03 AM
My enthusiasm was so much higher decades ago. Maybe I'm getting older, the draws are getting tougher, but my mindset has defiantly changed over the years, I still hope this year I pull a great tag but with my much lowered expectations the disappointment will be minimal when I see a bunch of unselected.
:yeah:
Just not feeling it this year...the last couple years actually I just don't get my hopes up...low tag numbers...great out of state success... IDK....my permit apps are half of what they used to be. I'm just burned out with getting all excited in Washington.... maybe I'm old and grouchy... maybe its because we got some cool life changing plans in the works....who knows...
If I draw i draw...if I don't meh...who cares .
I feel the exact same way. I remember 25 to 30 years ago, grabbing a copy of the regs, breaking out all the Metzgers County maps and deciding where to go. Have maps and an Atlas/Gazetteer spread out all over the dining room table as me and my buddies decided on special draw hunts. Fussing over the cards we had to mail in to the game department and all. Making sure we had our choices correct and then dropping them in the mailbox with excitement. Then checking the mail with the anticipation of seeing that postcard mailed back to you from the game department that you'd been drawn or not. That was fun!
It's all kind of lost it's luster anymore. We still apply, but really don't get our hopes up other than just getting out and hunting with our OTC tags. If we're drawn, awesome. If not, well that's awesome too I guess. LOL
Gary
Post by: Fidelk on May 25, 2023, 08:24:05 AM
Post by: hunter_sean08 on May 25, 2023, 08:36:40 AM
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Post by: GOcougsHunter on May 25, 2023, 08:42:37 AM
Post by: carlyoungs on May 25, 2023, 08:45:49 AM
Is this the thread we are going to use to hit the 100 page threshold to release the draw results? :chuckle:
Yep this is the one. Let's getting going.
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 25, 2023, 08:54:29 AM
Confident I’m drawing Colorado but what the heck decided I’m fully in on Washington too just in case. Hate hitting that points only option. Would be pumped to draw something but I think I’m more hopeful my 13 year old cousin will draw a cow tag for a shot at his first elk this year.
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No reason not to send it now that they let you turn your tags back in... worst case scenario you miss out on a point for WA
Post by: Nape6.5 on May 25, 2023, 08:56:38 AM
Post by: idahohuntr on May 25, 2023, 09:05:33 AM
Do you even lose out on a point? I thought WA added a point just prior to the draw...so if you return your permit, they restore your points, which includes the +1 used for the current years draw.Confident I’m drawing Colorado but what the heck decided I’m fully in on Washington too just in case. Hate hitting that points only option. Would be pumped to draw something but I think I’m more hopeful my 13 year old cousin will draw a cow tag for a shot at his first elk this year.
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No reason not to send it now that they let you turn your tags back in... worst case scenario you miss out on a point for WA
Post by: Bullkllr on May 25, 2023, 09:25:34 AM
My enthusiasm was so much higher decades ago. Maybe I'm getting older, the draws are getting tougher, but my mindset has defiantly changed over the years, I still hope this year I pull a great tag but with my much lowered expectations the disappointment will be minimal when I see a bunch of unselected.
:yeah:
Just not feeling it this year...the last couple years actually I just don't get my hopes up...low tag numbers...great out of state success... IDK....my permit apps are half of what they used to be. I'm just burned out with getting all excited in Washington.... maybe I'm old and grouchy... maybe its because we got some cool life changing plans in the works....who knows...
If I draw i draw...if I don't meh...who cares .
I feel the exact same way. I remember 25 to 30 years ago, grabbing a copy of the regs, breaking out all the Metzgers County maps and deciding where to go. Have maps and an Atlas/Gazetteer spread out all over the dining room table as me and my buddies decided on special draw hunts. Fussing over the cards we had to mail in to the game department and all. Making sure we had our choices correct and then dropping them in the mailbox with excitement. Then checking the mail with the anticipation of seeing that postcard mailed back to you from the game department that you'd been drawn or not. That was fun!
It's all kind of lost it's luster anymore. We still apply, but really don't get our hopes up other than just getting out and hunting with our OTC tags. If we're drawn, awesome. If not, well that's awesome too I guess. LOL
Gary
:yeah:
After a while I just can't get my hopes up much for the long odds as of late. I'm sure someone somewhere has the numbers, but the permits are down soooo far...
Post by: trophyhunt on May 25, 2023, 10:14:09 AM
Maybe we need an official "2023 special draw results" thread, that will draw more peeps in and get us to that 100 page quicker!! Who knows, maybe results by next friday!! :chuckle:Is this the thread we are going to use to hit the 100 page threshold to release the draw results? :chuckle:
Yep this is the one. Let's getting going.
Post by: bobcat on May 25, 2023, 10:18:07 AM
Post by: dvolmer on May 25, 2023, 10:25:27 AM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on May 25, 2023, 10:43:54 AM
Post by: D-Rock425 on May 25, 2023, 10:53:42 AM
Post by: westside bull on May 25, 2023, 11:09:43 AM
Post by: birddogdad on May 25, 2023, 11:16:59 AM
Post by: GOcougsHunter on May 25, 2023, 11:32:31 AM
Post by: Mtnwalker on May 25, 2023, 11:45:04 AM
pretty positive my year will be same as last ten with draws....
You never know! Last year was my big WA draw year. This year is looking mighty lean all around, and apparently UT didn't help any :chuckle:
Post by: Farmer72 on May 25, 2023, 12:31:10 PM
Post by: WSU on May 25, 2023, 12:32:48 PM
Post by: hunter399 on May 25, 2023, 03:49:15 PM
The not selected blues are setting in.
So if I can forget about the whole thing better off my mental health will be.
Post by: Big6bull on May 25, 2023, 05:58:06 PM
Post by: hunter399 on May 25, 2023, 06:02:15 PM
There are several phases, this is the high point for many of us :chuckle:High point for me is selected.
7 or 11 roll the dice.
Them taking my money is a low point for me. :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: grundy53 on May 25, 2023, 06:06:11 PM
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Post by: hunter399 on May 25, 2023, 06:07:35 PM
pretty positive my year will be same as last ten with draws....I'm starting to feel that way.
Must stay positive to stay on topic.
:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: KB88 on May 25, 2023, 06:18:24 PM
Post by: Bullkllr on May 25, 2023, 06:39:31 PM
I’m optimistic for my wife and daughter who have more points than I thought. I unfortunately drew 5 specials last year and had an Idaho tag.
5...
...that's gotta be some kind of record! I'd like to hear the story behind that.
Post by: Falcon on May 25, 2023, 06:41:15 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 25, 2023, 07:08:29 PM
I have done well over the years drawing special permits. Part of the reason is I put in for hunts that have lousy draw odds, but still offer a quality hunt experience. I am left with only one species, any ram tag, with 28 points. The odds are not in my favor at less than .05 chance of drawing, but knowing it’s still possible makes it exciting every year :tup:If you draw that tag, I’ll push you around in the wheel chair!!
Post by: Falcon on May 25, 2023, 07:38:01 PM
I have done well over the years drawing special permits. Part of the reason is I put in for hunts that have lousy draw odds, but still offer a quality hunt experience. I am left with only one species, any ram tag, with 28 points. The odds are not in my favor at less than .05 chance of drawing, but knowing it’s still possible makes it exciting every year :tup:If you draw that tag, I’ll push you around in the wheel chair!!
I’ll hold you to that promise :chuckle:
Post by: millerwheeler on May 25, 2023, 07:45:10 PM
I’m optimistic for my wife and daughter who have more points than I thought. I unfortunately drew 5 specials last year and had an Idaho tag.
5 how just how please tell all too the peasants who can’t even draw one
Post by: pickardjw on May 25, 2023, 08:31:31 PM
I’m optimistic for my wife and daughter who have more points than I thought. I unfortunately drew 5 specials last year and had an Idaho tag.
Wow, I thought I was the luckiest guy in the world when I won a block of cheese on that Tillamook claw game, but you might have me beat.
Post by: huntnphool on May 25, 2023, 09:40:05 PM
I have done well over the years drawing special permits. Part of the reason is I put in for hunts that have lousy draw odds, but still offer a quality hunt experience. I am left with only one species, any ram tag, with 28 points. The odds are not in my favor at less than .05 chance of drawing, but knowing it’s still possible makes it exciting every year :tup:If you draw that tag, I’ll push you around in the wheel chair!!
I’ll hold you to that promise :chuckle:
I’m holding your bullets! :chuckle:
Post by: hunter399 on May 26, 2023, 08:31:20 AM
Nobody is gonna offer to hold my bullets. :chuckle: :chuckle:
Thanks alot guys LOL 😆 :chuckle:
Post by: vandeman17 on May 26, 2023, 08:35:05 AM
Post by: grundy53 on May 26, 2023, 08:48:40 AM
I used to get really excited for draws here and would watch all the threads here about when the draw was being run like an addict. Over the last few years, I have moved into the more "be cool if I draw but don't expect to mindset". I plan all my other hunts for the year without any consideration for drawing Washington tags but know that if I did and it conflicted with another hunt, I would figure something out.Same here
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Post by: millerwheeler on May 26, 2023, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on May 26, 2023, 10:28:25 AM
I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
Never said I don't day dream, just saying that I have tempered my expectations over the years so that the not selected doesn't phase me. :chuckle:
Post by: boneaddict on May 26, 2023, 11:15:36 AM
Post by: millerwheeler on May 26, 2023, 11:56:25 AM
I think the results had been out well over a month last year before I even looked. Everybody kept asking me, and I was like I dont know.
That’s some self control !
Post by: hunter399 on May 26, 2023, 01:56:54 PM
No way I could do that.I think the results had been out well over a month last year before I even looked. Everybody kept asking me, and I was like I dont know.
That’s some self control !
Last year I was at the dentist.
I'm sorry bud important info here,I have to check this email ,then you can finish my teeth cleaning. :chuckle:
Post by: Pathfinder101 on May 26, 2023, 02:05:38 PM
I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
Post by: hunter399 on May 26, 2023, 02:26:11 PM
I believe it.I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
Wish my kid would draw something.
He just lost his youth points ,since he is not a youth any more.
Post by: millerwheeler on May 26, 2023, 03:12:23 PM
I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
I believe I also think some people are just more liked by there system cause some people draw something every year or Everett 2 or 3 I don’t whT it is age , name , I don’t know but im sure there is something
My brother drew cowiche rifle rut tag with one point he said “ I guess I living life right “ I still laugh about it today and he no longer puts in as he also says I’m in the 300 club Already so not worth he’s a character
Post by: Ricochet on May 26, 2023, 03:34:53 PM
Post by: wheels1 on May 26, 2023, 05:12:23 PM
Post by: jstone on May 26, 2023, 05:26:37 PM
June ??
Post by: MADMAX on May 26, 2023, 05:31:03 PM
Post by: cem3434 on May 26, 2023, 07:24:01 PM
I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
Well my 10 year old is in for every youth and adult opportunity, so here's to hoping she draws something.
Post by: hunter399 on May 26, 2023, 07:29:08 PM
Me thinking.
Post by: Stein on May 26, 2023, 07:36:14 PM
Post by: Mfowl on May 26, 2023, 07:41:26 PM
Post by: RB on May 26, 2023, 08:18:39 PM
Post by: Falcon on May 26, 2023, 08:29:43 PM
If i see Trophy Hunt buying a 1/2 gallon of Jack Daniels, i know the draw date is near :chuckle:
Post by: BA Mongor on May 26, 2023, 09:02:30 PM
I was told that I could take that to the bank!
Post by: huntnphool on May 26, 2023, 09:11:50 PM
I know of a couple hunters that drew the incentive tag after only hunting this state for a year! :twocents:I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
Post by: 253shotgunner on May 26, 2023, 09:24:24 PM
Post by: Timberstalker on May 26, 2023, 09:30:07 PM
Tuesday, 6/20, bank on it!
06.21.2023, TAKE IT TO THE BANK!!
Been talking with Shaniqua for an hour tonight!
Post by: Mfowl on May 26, 2023, 10:40:33 PM
:chuckle:Tuesday, 6/20, bank on it!
06.21.2023, TAKE IT TO THE BANK!!
Been talking with Shaniqua for an hour tonight!
Post by: Elkaholic daWg on May 27, 2023, 07:48:53 AM
I used to get crazy excited, then major depressed. With sooo many points in quality elk, bull elk and not drawing in 27 years, I don’t expect anything anymore, not quite as depressing. Have a multi season elk in my pocket this year, so either way, I’m hunting bulls. Good luck all, you’re gonna need it.
Really? Someone else who remembers "Early" and "late" elk tags eh' If it was still that way your chances drawing would be so much better but they will NEVER kill their pet cash cow! :bash:
Post by: cem3434 on May 27, 2023, 08:03:02 AM
Post by: dvolmer on May 27, 2023, 08:52:31 PM
Remember when it was just one application per species and not 3 or 4 different draws per species? I started putting in at 16 or 17 years old and I'm now 42. I've never drawn an OIL, quality or even the MS elk at this point and I put in every year. The quality and opportunities have diminished vastly over the last 25 years plus there are more hunters now. More hunters is a good thing for the sport, so I'm always excited to see what tags you guys draw. :chuckle: I still put in ever year and will until I draw, move or die, but I truly believe I have better odds of drawing in just about any of the other western states I put in for every year.Sounds like you are due!!! I hope this year is your lucky year!!!!
Post by: cem3434 on May 27, 2023, 09:10:17 PM
Post by: hunter399 on May 27, 2023, 10:02:59 PM
I'd be good if my kiddo simply drew a tag as I would enjoy the experience a lot more with her at this point. I appreciate your well wishes on this being my lucky year, but I'm hoping any luck in the draws goes to her. :tup:Ya I feel the same way.
Rather hunt with my kid.
Post by: millerwheeler on May 27, 2023, 10:35:47 PM
Remember when it was just one application per species and not 3 or 4 different draws per species? I started putting in at 16 or 17 years old and I'm now 42. I've never drawn an OIL, quality or even the MS elk at this point and I put in every year. The quality and opportunities have diminished vastly over the last 25 years plus there are more hunters now. More hunters is a good thing for the sport, so I'm always excited to see what tags you guys draw. :chuckle: I still put in ever year and will until I draw, move or die, but I truly believe I have better odds of drawing in just about any of the other western states I put in for every year.
Hunter numbers are down though , there are not more hunters that are new over old so they say
Post by: Westsideelkchaser on May 28, 2023, 12:52:59 AM
Post by: millerwheeler on May 28, 2023, 10:23:39 AM
We are gonna swimming in fun times I can feel it ! Odds are against us but we always have great camps no matter the tags
Post by: millerwheeler on May 29, 2023, 09:56:55 PM
Post by: hunter399 on May 29, 2023, 10:08:12 PM
Post by: Beastmonger1987 on May 30, 2023, 11:07:48 AM
Post by: Gunfire on June 01, 2023, 06:05:07 PM
When it comes down to it, we are excited to draw anything that will put meat in the freezer and get us out on extra hunting trips during the season. 2nd deer in December or January is a blast. Cow hunting on Pumice Plains is amazing. Being with my father while he harvests a doe well into his 70's is very rewarding.
We put in for units that are easier to draw and then have fun scouting and exploring new areas and making plans for the fall/winter.
So yes, very excited for the draw!
Post by: CarbonHunter on June 01, 2023, 06:29:35 PM
2 less hunters challenging the rest of you for permits this year, go get ‘em :tup:
Post by: Ghost Hunter on June 01, 2023, 06:56:38 PM
Post by: Ridgeratt on June 01, 2023, 07:04:28 PM
I'm in for 16 + raffles in WA. Feel lucky with a WY any elk tag. At my age I don't feel like sitting out on WA is a good choice. If I draw, I'll try to do it justice. Odds are it's my last go for WY.
16+ raffles I hope you draw every one of them.
Post by: Ghost Hunter on June 01, 2023, 07:53:24 PM
I'm in for 16 + raffles in WA. Feel lucky with a WY any elk tag. At my age I don't feel like sitting out on WA is a good choice. If I draw, I'll try to do it justice. Odds are it's my last go for WY.
16+ raffles I hope you draw every one of them.
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]16 special permits + raffle tickets to be clear. I hope I draw them all too. Then I can cash out and stop buying applications.
Post by: dilleytech on June 02, 2023, 02:16:08 PM
We understand we won’t draw a quality deer tag every year but at least we know we won’t be on a forum complaining about not drawing a tag in 20 years 😂
Post by: Pathfinder101 on June 02, 2023, 02:35:43 PM
The wife and I put in for easier to draw tags locally. We draw something about every year. Never could understand putting in for the really high end deer and elk tags in this state. Although we put in for Moose because we really want to kill a moose some day.
We understand we won’t draw a quality deer tag every year but at least we know we won’t be on a forum complaining about not drawing a tag in 20 years 😂
Because when you live in the unit and see the animals all the time, you want a tag to hunt them.... (22 years and counting...) :(
Post by: Big6bull on June 02, 2023, 05:58:22 PM
Post by: Falcon on June 02, 2023, 07:07:19 PM
I’m still in the positive vibes phase of the draws thinking I’ll draw a moose tag.
I like your thinking :tup: I hope you draw your moose tag :drool:
Post by: hunter399 on June 02, 2023, 08:23:41 PM
The wife and I put in for easier to draw tags locally. We draw something about every year. Never could understand putting in for the really high end deer and elk tags in this state. Although we put in for Moose because we really want to kill a moose some day.
We understand we won’t draw a quality deer tag every year but at least we know we won’t be on a forum complaining about not drawing a tag in 20 years 😂
Because when you live in the unit and see the animals all the time, you want a tag to hunt them.... (22 years and counting...) :(
Yup.
That's it for me.
I want to hunt animals in my units.👍
Post by: time2hunt on June 02, 2023, 08:24:11 PM
Speaking of incentive tags have they been drawn yet? Anyone receive the callI know of a couple hunters that drew the incentive tag after only hunting this state for a year! :twocents:I met a young lady 2 years ago drew moose with 3 points it’s possible for anyone DAY DREAM AWAY !!!!!! Don’t be Debbie downers
I teach high school and you would not believe the ratio of students to adults that draw quality and OIL tags. I have heard a theory on this that may or not be correct, but anecdotally, I know that the percentage of kids that get hard to draw tags is higher than adults. And I'm not talking about youth tags, I mean Quality Deer, Quality Elk, OIL....
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Post by: dilleytech on June 12, 2023, 09:08:25 AM
Post by: Parkern on June 12, 2023, 10:08:53 AM
Post by: millerwheeler on June 12, 2023, 10:16:02 AM
News this week before Father’s Day weekend
Post by: ChasinTracks on June 13, 2023, 06:40:23 AM
Post by: elksnout on June 13, 2023, 08:26:37 AM
I really hope that dad draws a tag this year. He is very passionate about wildlife and hunting, but father time is creeping up a bit and starting to slow him down a bit. It would be special if he gets to be a tag holder this year.
As one who Father Time has snuck up on I sincerely wish that your dad draws his special tag (s) this year. :tup:
elksnout
Post by: millerwheeler on June 14, 2023, 06:17:04 AM
I really hope that dad draws a tag this year. He is very passionate about wildlife and hunting, but father time is creeping up a bit and starting to slow him down a bit. It would be special if he gets to be a tag holder this year.
I hope your dad does draw something great , I think the same for my father and another in our group
GOOD LUCK TO ALLGONNA BE A GREAT DAY
Post by: Sutherland on June 14, 2023, 06:57:49 AM
Post by: johnbmyersii on June 14, 2023, 08:17:10 AM
I really hope that dad draws a tag this year. He is very passionate about wildlife and hunting, but father time is creeping up a bit and starting to slow him down a bit. It would be special if he gets to be a tag holder this year.
I hope your dad does draw something great , I think the same for my father and another in our group
GOOD LUCK TO ALLGONNA BE A GREAT DAY
:yeah: positive vibes! Everyone with a good attitude is going to draw!
Post by: Parkern on June 14, 2023, 10:09:15 AM
Post by: dilleytech on June 14, 2023, 11:38:23 AM
Quality elk is out! hopefully the rest later today!
Interesting. My deer draws are out but nothing else yet.
Post by: acrim on June 14, 2023, 11:43:15 AM
Post by: millerwheeler on June 14, 2023, 01:18:59 PM
1080 Desert ( Selected ) Time to get my spot and stalk legs tuned up ! :IBCOOL:
Congrats !
Post by: Stein on June 14, 2023, 01:21:14 PM
1080 Desert ( Selected ) Time to get my spot and stalk legs tuned up ! :IBCOOL:
Great draw, I put my son in for the youth but no dice.
Post by: mburrows on June 14, 2023, 01:58:21 PM
1080 Desert ( Selected ) Time to get my spot and stalk legs tuned up ! :IBCOOL:
That would a fun tag. Congrats and make the most of it!
Post by: time2hunt on June 14, 2023, 02:04:12 PM
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Post by: grundy53 on June 14, 2023, 02:06:11 PM
Any OIL draws yetGoat
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Post by: Antlershed on June 14, 2023, 02:12:10 PM
Post by: gman on June 14, 2023, 02:14:37 PM
Post by: Mulie87 on June 14, 2023, 02:24:34 PM
Post by: GOcougsHunter on June 14, 2023, 02:31:07 PM
Drew Quality elk Upper Smith Creek modern rifle.
My son pulled that 2 years ago. You are going to have a lot of fun.
Post by: Mulie87 on June 14, 2023, 02:45:17 PM
Post by: bachto on June 14, 2023, 03:58:57 PM