BigGameHunter

As you and I both know, it's not about the pig tag. I just know that if it were one of us in the field, misinterpeting the law, we would be issued a ticket (even if their computers were down) right on the spot. Also, rest assured, my kids do hunt/fish with me ...

Fair enough, open the reg books, and read the definition of "open season". I am still only possessing one permit tag per season - I agree it's simple. I am strictly interpretting what they have provided us via the regs as a season. The fact is - a hunter is still only allowed 1 per bag limit. Why stop someone from purchasing multiple tags so that they can have the opportunity to harvest 1 animal; their bag limit?

The regs clearly state "later season" and then the regs define " open seasons" as time during which wildlife maybe lawfully taken - the times are further defined by each genus by calendar days. Justifying the denial by draw cycles, or spring vs summer is completely incorrect. I am not pushing for a change in bag limits - 1 is fine (more would be great). I am stating give everyone the complete opportunity, as defined by the regs, to fill the bag limit. 2. For genera that have multiple draws within a single calendar year, an individual who successfully draws a hunt permit-tag during an earlier season may apply for a later season for the same genus if the individual has not taken the bag limit for that genus during a preceding hunt in the same calendar year. There are two draws for javelina. One for spring one for fall. These are the multiple draws that occur each year. Since you are trying to get a tag that is a later hunt, that hunt was still part of the spring draw cycle... that's why you're being denied. It's an issue that has been brought up before, especially with the deer seasons and with the amount of leftovers that occur. It makes sense to extend the bag limit to two deer if people are willing to purchase a leftover tag and hunt in that unit along with the unit that they were drawn for, especially since there are tags that never do get purchased. It also makes sense financially to sell the leftovers to create revenue for the dept. If I remember correctly, there is a law that denies this, and the dept. was going to attempt to change the rule but it was not going to be heard at the time because of some deal in the legislature; I don't remember the specifics but it was a thread on here at one time.

First let me say, that my favorite part of every morning is signing into cousewhitetail.com and getting caught up on all the current events. However, after reading all the post, this morning, and seeing all the great photos of the recent kills it begs one question? Is that the deer I have been stalking?? I have 3 toads I have been chasing - and haven't seen them in a few days. Makes me wonder if these other hunters got my deer Just so that I can maintain my sanity - can you please list the unit you are slaying these monsters. It will help me sleep at night; as well as keep my confidence high that I have still have a shot.

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Congratulations!! That's a beautiful animal ...

CONGRATULATIONS! Very nice animal ... PERSISTENCE BREAKS RESISTENCE

Last season, I lost two bucks to quail hunters ... Once January comes the quail hunters will fade way out. If you are between saddlebrook and 77 then I have a really good idea of where you might be. I would bet my last dollar I might have bumped into you before. Just out there this week and saw so many friggin does it was rediculous ... can't wait for the rut to get kicked into full effect -- heck, why wait? I'll be out there tomorrow AM.

33 ... Love this area ... I just wish I could get permission to hunt the golf course. It's extremely tough to hunt on the weekends ... the weekend warriors (quail hunters), really send the deer into a panic. Nothing worse than glassing quail hunters crossing the ridge where the deer are bedded ... brutal.

After a long day of stalking and hunting last week .. just to have the 4x4 disappear right out from under me .. I was reminded of how humbling hunting can be. You can have all the best gear, have all the elements in your favor, but it just takes when stroke of bad luck to be "unsuccessful (in my case the buck drifted to the other side of the wash - while I was coming over the top of the bank). It was the walk back to the truck in the dark that reminded me of how lucky I am that I had the opportunity. Humility is just one lesson that I learn from hunting, but I know that I can name another 100 lessons if given the time. Enjoy the time you spend in teh desert/woods I will find that buck again ... and persistence and hard work will triumph.

I'm shocked not to see more conversation about the start of archery season tomorrow ... what's the plan, where you headed, how was the scouting ... ?? We got bucks to discuss ... let's get fired up!

I'll be there .. unit 33. Good to luck to everyone!

That's AMAZING! Nice work!

Archery Season is right around the corner and I am stoked ... mostly because I have considerably upgraded my glass, bow, and pack. I am looking for a little help in Unit 33. I have recently started hunting this area and will be the first to tell you -- still feel like a novice to the area. Prior to the rut, early December, has anybody had any success up towards the Saddlebrook area or is the recommendation to climb back to mountainous areas? I know the Saddlebrook area has a ton of does ... which can create some misleading sign. Any help would be much appreciated. I would love to test the limits of my new pack by feeling it with racks and meat.

I would be .. but I would also be interested in renting one. Is that a possibility?