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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: DD8 on August 16, 2011, 07:52:59 AM

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Title: Out of state hunting question
Post by: DD8 on August 16, 2011, 07:52:59 AM

This may be a really dumb question but I wanted to ask some of you guys on here who might have more experience with out of state hunting than I do (none). 

I got drawn for unit 49 in Idaho for Elk (beginning October 15th) which I've been told is a great draw.  Unfortunately I can no longer take advantage of this opportunity due to a family issue.  My question is, can I give the tag back so another hunter can use the tag?  Can I sell it or sign it over to another hunter?  I feel terrible I can't go and feel I've wasted someone elses good hunting trip. 

Thanks in advance.

Title: Re: Out of state hunting question
Post by: HUNT on August 16, 2011, 08:07:54 AM

It cannot be sold or signed over to another hunter.  You can turn it back in to the Idaho fish and game.  They would then decide whether to re-issue it or not.  I'm not sure how they would re-issue it to another hunter since the second drawing application period is already closed.  I would love to have you sign that tag over to me.....