Thanks for the info! We're not opposed to special - honestly hadn't thought about that part all that much yet. If it would make the difference between an 'ok' and 'good' unit, I would 100% use it.
My dad and I went on our first western hunt together in WY a few years back. He loved it while we were there, but slowly drifted away with other things in life. This past summer he had open heart surgery - and suddenly he's thinking about trying again.
It will probably only be a 2020 hunt for...
This is a great option.
My first western hunt was a rifle antelope hunt on an OTC tag. It was a zoo and very difficult, although I managed to find a good area and have some good chances there.
I went back twice with archery equipment. It's a lot tougher obviously, but I chased multiple...
Very nice! I bet she'll taste great!
I grew up about an hour north of there and fish in the area often. You're absolutely right, not many people get off the road, especially for moose. Glad it worked out for you!
Planning on hunting the first few days of West River rifle season in a couple weeks. Looking forward to getting back out there.
I know and am fully expecting it to be quite busy on opening weekend. But my question is - for those who have hunted it, how is the pressure the first few days after...
Buddy and I just came back from there while using our bows. Plenty of antelope, although I'm sure rifle season will change their typical 'hangouts'. We had better success on some of the smaller pieces of public land, so don't discount those. Some decent ones hanging around, but nothing too...