cactusjack Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Was informed today that my hunt (archery cow tag) that was supposed to open this Friday has been canceled. Something about needs of the military. .,blah blah blah. The captain in charge was very apologetic and is working with game and fish to see if it can be rescheduled. This is why I don't put in for the main draw on the post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adicted Report post Posted October 14, 2015 That sucks big time. Sorry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Couzer Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Wow bummer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Right off their site "Due to mission requirements, hunting dates may be canceled, hunting areas may be minimized and/or hunting may be closed temporarily with little, to no notice. In the event a hunt is canceled, hunters drawn for these permits shall not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated by the Arizona Game and Fish Department or Camp Navajo." Buyer beware! 148.00 AZGFD 55.00 Elk tag on Navajo 5.00 extra fee all gone. Over the counter Colorado is looking cheaper by the day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Camofreak Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Can you atleast get your BP back? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted October 14, 2015 No bonus points will be returned. Game and Fish policy. However this isnt an issue on this hunt. I learned my lesson years ago when my hunt was torn up by 6 tornadoes up there. And they kinda did the same thing. I only buy from the Left Over tags. And depending on what happens with rescheduling it, possibly never again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildwoody Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Government.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rageinthesage Report post Posted October 14, 2015 If it was not made aware to you before you put in for it, then you have a reason to bitch. I definitely get it though, anticipation leading up, preparing, Google Earth scouting, just for them to say hunts been canceled. Bummer fo sho. No meat in the freezer this year. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted October 14, 2015 Rage, I agree. However it is on their hunting website. Says the same thing on AZGFD site. Im pretty sure the same thing applies to all hunts all over the state. If a forest is closed, so is your hunt. No butts, no cuts, no coconuts. or refunds or replacement of points. Looking for the ARS right now. Looking for the part of the cancellation without compensation. I had a tag in Unit 27 the year of the Wallow Fire. We were unsure if we would be allowed to hunt. We were allowed to in limited areas. ( I should have canceled due to how awful the hunt was.) R12-4-801 - The Department may restrict public access to and public use of wildlife areas and the resources of wildlife areas for up to 90 days when necessary to protect property, ensure public safety, or to ensure maximum benefits to wildlife. Closures or restric- tions exceeding 90 days shall require Commission approval. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bo hunter Report post Posted October 15, 2015 E-mail I received from AZGFD today....wonder if it's related to your issue... Oct. 15, 2015 PHOENIX – A public meeting of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission will be conducted tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 16) at the Arizona Game and Fish Department, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. The commission will consider the following agenda items: A cooperative agreement renewal at the Lower San Pedro River Wildlife Area. A proposal to approve the extension of season dates for two Camp Navajo general antlerless elk hunts. Commission members will attend either in person or by telephone conference call. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person, or view the meeting at http://www.azgfd.gov/inside_azgfd/CommissionCam.shtml. Members of the public who wish to speak on an agenda item must be present at the meeting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted October 15, 2015 Yep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GotBowAz Report post Posted October 15, 2015 Man Steve, im sure sorry to hear this. I've been thinking about that tag myself, it's been sense 2010 that I was drawn for Elk. Guess I don't think I want to take the chance. Like you If im not drawn next year im looking at either Colorado or Montana OTC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W.O.T Report post Posted October 15, 2015 Note to self.... NEVER Put in w/CactusJack!!! Just kiddin bro- sry you got screwed... And Im serious about that!!! Colorado sounds good 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted October 15, 2015 I think we all know it won't be rescheduled. Sorry for your loss. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted October 15, 2015 Even if it is rescheduled, it is an archery cow hunt. October is way better then a late November hunt. I had my schedule fixed for this weekend too. It's not always easy to get time set up when you have a big family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
