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[Irving]

I just buy OTC Bear every year during muzzleloader.

[Lars]

Hummer,. I've been putting in for 851 in the Bosque SWA. I got to a point that I had to many just to burn on most areas so I figured I would chase this unit down. There are only 3 units in the state that I don't have enough bear points for, while most of the state doesn't take more than 0-2 points to draw.

[Hummer]

Ah, that makes sense. The mountains SW and SE of Trinidad are reputed to be the best bear hunting areas in the state. Good luck!

I drew a Pronghorn buck license for NW CO but have to return it for refund as it conflicts with moose season. Oh well, I knew it was a possibility and at least I won't lose the points. Next year....

[sniper7]

I put in same 851 1st season unit for bear and have same points, didn’t draw as well.
I’m honestly not interested in bear hunting in CO. This will be a one and done when I draw, then will hunt in AK with my buddy who has bait stations, a plane, a boat, etc.

If they really want bear harvest they need to allow baiting like they used to and like a lot of states allow.


Hummer, as for moose, I’m 11 points deep already and would be more than happy to help you out (I’m 33 and have lots of toys and access to a couple horses to help pack out as well-although those 2 will be predicated I’m actually working them this summer). If you need help I’d be happy to help and learn a few things on moose along the way. I’ve helped on a unit 17 and unit 18 moose hunt which were both successful although I was only really around for the post kill portion.

[Hummer]

I put in same 851 1st season unit for bear and have same points, didn’t draw as well.
I’m honestly not interested in bear hunting in CO. This will be a one and done when I draw, then will hunt in AK with my buddy who has bait stations, a plane, a boat, etc.

If they really want bear harvest they need to allow baiting like they used to and like a lot of states allow.


Hummer, as for moose, I’m 11 points deep already and would be more than happy to help you out (I’m 33 and have lots of toys and access to a couple horses to help pack out as well-although those 2 will be predicated I’m actually working them this summer). If you need help I’d be happy to help and learn a few things on moose along the way. I’ve helped on a unit 17 and unit 18 moose hunt which were both successful although I was only really around for the post kill portion.

I agree about the baiting and while the powers at CPW would like to have that management option they aren't willing to weather the storm of opposition from the anti hunting groups and their friends in the media.


Your offer to help is really appreciated and it would be worth some steaks and more. And if you can work it around your job schedule you could accompany me on some of the hunt. If I were to down one near a road I'd be okay, but it's always good to have plans for backup. I'll develop a hunt plan as I do more scouting and make more contacts for the Oct. 1-14 hunt. I'll pm you with my phone, etc., and we can talk. As the season approaches I'll know better where the bulls are and how to get one home.

With 11 points now you could get lucky and draw a tag any time, maybe even next year. And you'll have a contact here that might help you locate a trophy.

Last evening I was at the kitchen window and watched as a yearling cow walked by the corner of the house. She looked in the dining room window at us and checked out the bird feeder tray.Then I went outside and had a friendly conversation as she was munching on aspens.

[sniper7]

Definitely happy to help out, my schedule is usually pretty nice that time of year and I know I have vacation during that time because I was counting on drawing my rifle elk tag and that didn’t pan out.

So now I just found out some more amazing news, my elk hunting partner drew an archery bull moose tag for unit 20 and his son got a cow moose for unit 17 rifle. So I’ll probably have some good intel for you come rifle season as I plan on taking a week or so to help on his archery hunt.
By the end of all this I’m going to be a moose pro!

[CS1983]

Man, I hope they're both successful!

[Hummer]

Definitely happy to help out, my schedule is usually pretty nice that time of year and I know I have vacation during that time because I was counting on drawing my rifle elk tag and that didn’t pan out.

So now I just found out some more amazing news, my elk hunting partner drew an archery bull moose tag for unit 20 and his son got a cow moose for unit 17 rifle. So I’ll probably have some good intel for you come rifle season as I plan on taking a week or so to help on his archery hunt.
By the end of all this I’m going to be a moose pro!

That is amazing, and rare. I think collaboration will be good. I know area 20 well, grew up here, and have explored most all the drainages and willow carrs. May have to have you fellows up here for elk steaks and to look at maps, etc. I can show you moose poop.

Man, I hope they're both successful!

You know, the Springs isn't so far that you couldn't be here for packout at 06:00 on the morning after I get one field dressed the night before.

[sniper7]

Sounds great to me. The guy (my best friends Dad pushing 60) got the bull archery and his son (my best bud growing up) got the cow tag.
I’m happy to bring some variety up as well! I just wish I had some sand hill crane steaks to bring up from this past season cause I ain’t gonna lie and it truly is like a great steak and very few people get to try it out.

[Irving]

I'm near the Sand Hill Crane capitol right now! Pretty good eating huh?