Fall bear, Elk, and Coues lotteries close on February 23rd. Lottery drawing on February 24th starting sometime in the AM.
Fall bear hunts did not have the 1st or 2nd hunt option during entry so I'm sure once you're drawn the office would be giving you a call to get your preference. I wouldn't be discouraged if you initially receive a "not drawn" email. Because some may take a 1st or 2nd hunt over one or the other it will result in 2nd, 3rd, etc rounds of drawings which of course could take all day or even all week.
Elk lotteries will follow the same format and same additional rounds where required. Not sure why (assume its due to the "ease" of entering from your mobile device) but draw success will be way down this year with a gargantuan amount of entries this time around for all species/hunts.
Coues deer lotteries will be a nightmare but they always are. If you applied for multiple units/hunts, you'll have to make the decision to accept the first tag you receive or roll the dice and hold out for the more premier units/hunts. The lottery will likely start with the less desired units/hunts and move up from there so could take some time with several rounds of drawing.
Good luck to everyone that applied. I'm always available for questions or whatever anytime and can be reached at 928.200.2209.
In other news around the Rez. Predator Management Event will be March 14-16 same format as before. I'll post info soon in the appropriate forum. Bass fishing at San Carlos Lake has been amazing for the last month or so and only getting better with this weather. Consistent 2-7lb bass being caught all over the Lake. Large boat launching and trailer parking available at the Soda Canyon ramp with more primitive launching at New Government corral. The lower Mohave ramp was covered in sand so wouldn't recommend. Crappie bite shouldn't be too far behind, there have been some caught here and there 2 to 3 lbs.
DAN