Going to permits would possibly put a wrinkle in that, particularly in the beginning with a lot of residents already sitting on a bunch of bonus points ready to be applied to new permit only districts. It could be 5-6 years before the existing bonus point holdings are washed through the system...
Why are MOGA affiliates so involved in this. I would think the majority of those properties outfitted are managed for both quantity and quality based on the clients expectations. Is this really about Mule Deer or separating seasons to better accomodate existing and new clients. I fail to see...
Try doing a search for a book called "Dawn in Golden Valley". Its serve as a history nearly all of the local homesteads. You may find one for sell on ebay or Abe books.
I know a farmer that paid for his plane in two winters shooting coyotes back in the 1980's when fur prices were high. They'd pick em up with snowmobiles.
Maybe consider looking at Scarpa either the Grand Dru Gtx or the Fuego. For me either of those performed better in the mountains and were durable than Kennetrek or Schnees. And, you also may save a $100. A guy your size may need a boot that is designed to pack loads. It will take a bit to...