25-06 Report post Posted June 4, 2008 One more thing to ponder on, Aint it great we still have otc deer tags Just think what if..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowhunter4life Report post Posted June 4, 2008 One more thing to ponder on, Aint it great we still have otc deer tags Just think what if..... well wait tell the next public imput meeting 2000 deer tags per unit. new july hunt to retain hunters. " kids are out of school. hummmmmmmmmm.. you just never know what tomorrow brings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronaldo Report post Posted June 4, 2008 When a survey card is not returned is is considered unsuccesful. Falsefying hunter success isn't the answer, Mark. Mike Back in the day, I used to get drawn all the time,10-15 years ago. I shot a deer one time and could not find it. Like an idiot, I put it on the card. Never drew another deer tag for 10 years.... Also, what is stated above about them being considered unsuccessful if not returned isnt true. Last year, I didnt fill out my antelope questionare, then got a letter in the mail a month later saying they did not receive it.So....Maybe they do look at them but I dont think they use the info wisely... Ron Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ultramag Report post Posted June 4, 2008 One more thing to ponder on, Aint it great we still have otc deer tags Just think what if..... I'am sure well get that take away from us to. Or we'll have to plan around that POS archery elk hunt in nov that they will shove in are butt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Glad none of the NEW hunters like the taste of Deer. An hour of downed with the hide on and you can kiss it goodbye. Thats OK, we had 2000 people in the field Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ultramag Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Glad none of the NEW hunters like the taste of Deer. An hour of downed with the hide on and you can kiss it goodbye. Thats OK, we had 2000 people in the field but we got to go huntin so that all that matters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coueschaser3 Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Here is my opinion. Bear and lion is mandatory check in, so they can pull the tooth. There is still problems with dishonest people whether the survey is mandatory or optional, online or on paper. So heck, Make it mandatory check in. they can get 100% perfect numbers with the exception of a few whom may ignore it....not a good idea by the way, i know i guy who tried it with bear and my buddy who took him didnt let that fly... So they have perfect numbers, They can even pull a tooth and get more information from that along with anything else they want. They can compile information on mature deer and average size from particular units. heck how many of us would like to know how old the deer was? I think it would be better for game and fish....assuming they care a bout proper information an even more indepth information...and it would be good for us, assuming the information is used properly. i know dang well i wouldnt mind bringin my buck somewhere for a check in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
25-06 Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Just as long as I am still able to go hunting and the next genaration can go hunting...Thats what matters to me. I know these cards dont meen jack crap but I also think it could be alot worse then it is.....Count yer blessings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Here is my opinion. Bear and lion is mandatory check in, so they can pull the tooth. There is still problems with dishonest people whether the survey is mandatory or optional, online or on paper. So heck, Make it mandatory check in. they can get 100% perfect numbers with the exception of a few whom may ignore it....not a good idea by the way, i know i guy who tried it with bear and my buddy who took him didnt let that fly... So they have perfect numbers, They can even pull a tooth and get more information from that along with anything else they want. They can compile information on mature deer and average size from particular units. heck how many of us would like to know how old the deer was? I think it would be better for game and fish....assuming they care a bout proper information an even more indepth information...and it would be good for us, assuming the information is used properly. i know dang well i wouldnt mind bringin my buck somewhere for a check in. Check in stations are not the answer They can not fund checkins and If they tell me I have to spend another $50.00 bucks to drive to Mesa to have my Deer checked, It AINT happen'n I will give it to Amanda for the site first. On line mandatory survey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muskrat Report post Posted June 4, 2008 I grew up in New Brunswick where check-ins were mandatory. It seems like every other gas station was an authorized "check station". I didn't think much of it until I moved to Maine, and it was the same thing. I'm not sure how they funded them though. maybe I'll try and find out. You never had to go far out of your way to get to one. Not saying we should have them here; just sayin' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Huntn coues Report post Posted June 4, 2008 I send mine in every time unlike some people I know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowsniper Report post Posted June 4, 2008 since then I still send them back but with a twist I write on the survey card. "when they make it mandatory for all big game reporting then I'll be glad to share info". .mike Excellent idea Mike! That way G&F will get the idea! Mark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jnobleinaz Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Very easy solution if you draw a permit to hunt big game, or buy an over the counter tag for big game. You MUST complete a harvest data card or you cannot hunt the following year. Very simple solution but it is that barrier thing again, so they say. If this was the rule I guarantee every survey would be completed. Unless someone did not want to be able to hunt the next year. John Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parothead Report post Posted June 4, 2008 I wish I could draw a tag so I could protest too!!!! Travis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HEADACHE Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Another good way to protest the survey cards is too attend a commission meeting. Then get down on the floor, stomp your feet and fists on the floor and throw a hissy fit. A lot of 5 and 6-yr. olds get their way using this technique. -TONY Ha ha TONY you always make me laugh man. . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
