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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: Chuethou_b18c5 on February 13, 2011, 09:36:26 AM

Title: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Chuethou_b18c5 on February 13, 2011, 09:36:26 AM: Alright, I can't seem to figure it out so I'm going to ask you guys for help. I am looking at the Idaho Pandle Zone (1-9) for Elk this coming year. So If I purchase this tag am I able to hunt the archeyr, any weapon, and muzzleloader seasons? or Would I have to specify which season/weapon I want to hunt in particular? I notice anyweapon is in october. November is muzzleloader, then Archery again in december. I'm just not sure. Any tips would be great! Thanks again guys!
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Alan K on February 13, 2011, 10:52:32 AM: You buy an A or B tag, each have different seasons and rules.

http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/hunt/rules/bg/elk.pdf (http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/hunt/rules/bg/elk.pdf)
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Wenatcheejay on February 13, 2011, 11:19:36 AM: Quote from: Chuethou_b18c5 on February 13, 2011, 09:36:26 AM
Alright, I can't seem to figure it out so I'm going to ask you guys for help. I am looking at the Idaho Pandle Zone (1-9) for Elk this coming year. So If I purchase this tag am I able to hunt the archeyr, any weapon, and muzzleloader seasons? or Would I have to specify which season/weapon I want to hunt in particular? I notice anyweapon is in october. November is muzzleloader, then Archery again in december. I'm just not sure. Any tips would be great! Thanks again guys!

A tags have better Archery seasons

B tags have better Modern Firearms seasons

Achery hunters need a stamp you either must complete the Archery Safety Course or have proof of hunting Archery in another State. I don't believe the Muzzy season requires anything other than the fee.

Panhandle is a nice OTC tag there is a lot of Public land.

Good Hunting :)
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on February 13, 2011, 12:05:04 PM: Hunters safety in Washington covers the archery course requirement.
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Wenatcheejay on February 13, 2011, 12:12:12 PM: Quote from: elkinrutdrivemenuts on February 13, 2011, 12:05:04 PM
Hunters safety in Washington covers the archery course requirement.

I did not know that. Thanks :)
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Elknut1 on February 14, 2011, 05:49:30 AM: Here's how it will apply if you choose the A-Tag, this is considered the Archery Tag! You can take "Any Elk" from Sept. 6-19---If unsuccessful, you may hunt for "Bulls Only" from Sept. 20-30th.. If unsuccessful you may then hunt for "bulls only" in that entire zone from Oct. 25-29th with "Any Weapon" with the same A Tag---If unsuccessful, you may then hunt in Units 4-7-9 from Nov 20 to Dec. 1st for "bulls only" with a muzzleloader. If unsuccessful, you may then grab your bow & hunt Units 1-2-3-4a-5-& 6 for "any elk"--If hunting Units 4-7-9 it is open for "Bulls Only" this season for these Units are Dec.10-16th.

In other words you have many options & seasons to choose from with just the A Tag or Archery Tag as some refer to it!

ElkNut1
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on March 06, 2011, 12:43:53 PM: Quote from: Wenatcheejay on February 13, 2011, 12:12:12 PM
Quote from: elkinrutdrivemenuts on February 13, 2011, 12:05:04 PM
Hunters safety in Washington covers the archery course requirement.

I did not know that. Thanks :)

Actually if you read the application, it says you must have held an archery tag in a previous season in Idaho or another state. Or you have to have completed a approved bow hunter education course from another state. our may not be approved, but if you have an archery tag your good. Also the seasons are changing this year in Idaho and they are increasing the number of days you can hunt in some of the panhandle units and keeping them the same in others. FYI
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: elkaholic on March 06, 2011, 01:26:27 PM: elkinrut- where did you see they are changing or adding days back to panhandle?

charlie
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on March 06, 2011, 03:34:06 PM: Quote from: elkaholic on March 06, 2011, 01:26:27 PM
elkinrut- where did you see they are changing or adding days back to panhandle?

charlie

http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/apps/11bgProp/ (http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/apps/11bgProp/)

All the areas and proposed seasons are available here. Enjoy!
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: elkaholic on March 06, 2011, 03:35:11 PM: I got it! well see what happens! thank u
Title: Re: Idaho Elk tag Question
Post by: Chuethou_b18c5 on March 06, 2011, 05:52:01 PM: I spoke to the bioligist in the Panhandle unit and she did mention that they are trying to extend the hunting season this coming fall. So i'm assuming that is what they're working on. It will be great if they do.