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Well, I'm back with the same dilemma. Last year I applied for M5 with 18 pts and thought it was a slam dunk. Apparently, someone jumped the line and I missed the cut. I am considering applying for X5b this year. The cost of a NR license and tag keeps increasing as does my age (70 next Oct.) Any input would be appreciated. Like many of you, I have grown weary of the point creep.
 
That is the unit I think I would apply for if I had your points. Being your a nr do you still apply for sheep ?
 
You were in a X5B draw pool with 18 points going in last year. You can't tell from the published statistics how many are with you, but it is a few years in so it can't be that big if the largest first year and next two pools have cleared. I would stick with it.
 
ElmerFudd said:
You were in a X5B draw pool with 18 points going in last year. You can't tell from the published statistics how many are with you, but it is a few years in so it can't be that big if the largest first year and next two pools have cleared. I would stick with it.
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I have applied for M5 for the last 19 years. I am considering X5b this year to burn my points. the point creep game is getting old, and so am I.
 
Well, I drew the tag. If anyone has a tag for the rifle season I would greatly appreciate any intel. I won't get down there to scout until mid-Oct. I have archery tags for deer, elk, and antelope here in Oregon. Looking forward to the hunt.
 
jls456 said:
No info for you,but have a good hunt! I’m sitting on max points myself.
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We last drew in 2004. We both shot bucks, but nothing impressive. We did see a very good buck that gave us the slip. I am hoping the area has recovered from fires.
 
Pilgrim said:
We last drew in 2004. We both shot bucks, but nothing impressive. We did see a very good buck that gave us the slip. I am hoping the area has recovered from fires.
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It hasn't. Are there good bucks still? Yes. Especially if you can find private to hunt. You can still go up Skedaddle or Ramhorn and potentially turn up a good one too. But it's a tough hunt. Weather in Nevada helps.
 
Reading through this thread has been both helpful and discouraging. My dad (finally) drew a tag after 17 years of putting in for this zone and we are up here camping off Buckhorn Rd and haven’t seen 1 deer. Not even a doe. He’s in his 70’s & was diagnosed with lung cancer this year, so needless to say this is probably his last big hunt. Would love if we can go back home with something for him. Any insight/updates on where the heck the deer are would be great appreciated. 🙏
 
Are you in X5? If so, that is very discouraging. I, too, turn 70 this month and I know this is my last CA hunt, although, luckily, my health is still pretty good. Good luck to you and I wish you the best.
 
Pilgrim said:
Are you in X5? If so, that is very discouraging. I, too, turn 70 this month and I know this is my last CA hunt, although, luckily, my health is still pretty good. Good luck to you and I wish you the best.
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I think the main problem is where we decided to hunt these first few days in X5B. Absolutely zero deer here. Signs of where they used to be but nothing new. Have talked to a couple people today who have been super helpful so we are going to change course. Will keep you posted on any luck so you know for next year.
 
Meg805 said:
I think the main problem is where we decided to hunt these first few days in X5B. Absolutely zero deer here. Signs of where they used to be but nothing new. Have talked to a couple people today who have been super helpful so we are going to change course. Will keep you posted on any luck so you know for next year.
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Thank you. I have a muzzleloader tag for M5 THIS year. I will be in the area around the 23rd.
 
Meg805 said:
I think the main problem is where we decided to hunt these first few days in X5B. Absolutely zero deer here. Signs of where they used to be but nothing new. Have talked to a couple people today who have been super helpful so we are going to change course. Will keep you posted on any luck so you know for next year.
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My hunt starts on the 26th. Exact same zone boundaries. Would greatly appreciate any info.
 

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