So, who got drawn in Cali?

[Snoopdogg]

I struck out across the board. Who got lucky?

 

[ducksbucksandbulls]

My wife drew m9

 

[peez3006]

Not me!

 

[RookieWYhntr]

Drew D3-5

 

[oljc]

6B for me

 

[Snoopdogg]

My wife drew m9

Devil's Garden?

 

[Horniac]

Nada for me…

Horniac

 

[Makaira]

Number 1 alternate Grizzly bull tag-hopefully goes better then my number 1 sheep alternate years back

 

[Calbuck]

X zones for me and fam, dad drew Lassen Antelope, I'm second alternate for my elk tag

 

[LIK2HNT]

Alright, who got me Newberry sheep tag and Goodale tags? Really thought this was going to be my lucky year. Even ordered maps for Newberry and have been studying them.
All 5 of us struck out on everything.

 

[tylercreek2]

nadda

 

[SlinginLead]

Nothing but "N's" across the board. My son had a slim chance for Goodale with max points, but no luck. Maybe next year.

 

[Calbuck]

Goodale sucks

 

[Calbuck]

I would NEVER wait that long to hunt in CA. Just me. Just sayin..

 

[PCPython]

NE rifle elk for my uncle.?

 

[BradA]

X zones for me and fam, dad drew Lassen Antelope, I'm second alternate for my elk tag

What elk tag ?

 

[BradA]

NE rifle elk for my uncle.?

Nice ! I know a guy that knows the area very well if your interested in talking to him.

 

[flycrewsupe]

I guess it takes moving out of state to draw a Goodale tag. Max points and finally drew it.

 

[PCPython]

Nice ! I know a guy that knows the area very well if your interested in talking to him.

PM Sent

 

[ElmerFudd]

I guess it takes moving out of state to draw a Goodale tag. Max points and finally drew it.

Bleeping nonresidents are treated equally in the CA deer draw! No nonresident cap!???

 

[YukonDall]

SISKIYOU BULL ELK IN OCTOBER, PCPYTHON I WILL BE IN TOUCH FOR SOME ADVICE..............THANKS...........YD.

 

[Imnotlost280]

Congrats to all of you that drew something worthwhile. D6 for me. My older kids both drew J21, east tehama either sex. Depending on WY and AZ draws, I'll likely focus all my energy on the junior tags.

Jim

 

[Imnotlost280]

If you're an alternate, does the draw page show that?

Jim

 

[PCPython]

SISKIYOU BULL ELK IN OCTOBER, PCPYTHON I WILL BE IN TOUCH FOR SOME ADVICE..............THANKS...........YD.

Sounds good Dave. Congrats on drawing the tag.

 

[Calbuck]

What elk tag ?

siskiyou

 

[Calbuck]

If you're an alternate, does the draw page show that?

Jim

Yes it tells your alternate number

 

[Calbuck]

Nice ! I know a guy that knows the area very well if your interested in talking to him.

I live in the area. Know of some elk stuff here.

 

[Brushbuster]

SISKIYOU BULL ELK IN OCTOBER, PCPYTHON I WILL BE IN TOUCH FOR SOME ADVICE..............THANKS...........YD.

A buddy of mine also drew siskiyou bull. I was lucky and drew D3-5

 

[20yarder]

Lucky enough to draw A12!!!

 

[Hntndux]

Nothing, just an A zone tag as the booby prize.

 

[Bowhiker]

Blessed with a Northeastern bull tag!!!!

 

[PCPython]

Blessed with a Northeastern bull tag!!!!

Archery or rifle?

 

[Bowhiker]

Rifle

 

[PCPython]

Rifle

PM Sent

 

[Buckmiser]

Is second alternate for Clark/Kingston any good!?

 

[PCPython]

Is second alternate for Clark/Kingston any good!?

There's always a chance but I wouldn't get my hopes up too high. My uncle was first alternate twice (2016 & 2021) for the Marble Clippers and never got a tag.

 

[Buckmiser]

I definitely don’t count on getting a tag. It’s basically false hope.

 

[hntnfool]

Nothing for me (as usual) but I get to help my friend in X5B

 

[Padfoot]

My son got an X2 tag, which I am planning to help him with. My Bro and I got our fall back D3-5 tag. I might have to see what the PCT looks like in August with my Bow. The planning starts now.

 

[Woke710]

Got A11 this year again so will be after that big boy I missed last year!

 

[Woke710]

Good luck everyone can’t wait to see the pictures after the season. Sorry if I’m posting to much just new here and finally have somewhere to talk about it all.

 

[6x7]

Number 1 alternate Grizzly bull tag-hopefully goes better then my number 1 sheep alternate years back

I Drew period 10 I’m not passing on this tag

 

[lseacrist]

NW Bull tag.

 

[BradA]

Is second alternate for Clark/Kingston any good!?

Odd things happen.

 

[ElmerFudd]

Is second alternate for Clark/Kingston any good!?

If it was just one ahead of you who broke a leg...... Two would look too incriminating!??

 

[wildfin]

well I guess the odds of my wife and son being alternate # 1 and 2 for central coast elk is a lot worse than having one of the ten tags come available

 

[BradA]

well I guess the odds of my wife and son being alternate # 1 and 2 for central coast elk is a lot worse than having one of the ten tags come available

Wow both of them. Were they both max points ?

 

[Eric3956]

Finally!! Grizzly Island Bull Tag!

 

[D8hntr]

Nada!! Got D8

 

[Paul_Crawford]

G-37!!!!!

 

[LIK2HNT]

G-37!!!!!

Lucky dog.

 

[6x7]

Finally!! Grizzly Island Bull Tag!

Which period ?

 

[KGParker]

Daughter drew J10, buddy drew G21.

 

[chrisamx]

Nope, Nope, Nope, and no. Thought I was a sure thing for A21 with points I have

 

[bobby7321]

Son drew j12

 

[huntindad4]

My party got an x tag with 4 points that should only take one or two, but....point creep on a meh deer tag in a meh state for mule deer is better than nothing.

We saw a hog there 4 years ago. Think he's still alive?

 

[Eric3956]

Which period ?

Period 10 which iS the first one for bulls Sept 14-17

 

[BradA]

Son drew j12

I know someone else that drew j12 as well.

 

[Tom H]

My son drew J12.

 

[downhill]

A11 for me and daughter, NE bull for one of my sons.

 

[6x7]

Period 10 which iS the first one for bulls Sept 14-17

I drew it also so we’re are 2 out of the 3

 

[Calif_Mike]

You guys that drew Grizzly, I helped my dad on his bull hunt and have helped a couple other guys. Feel free to get a hold of me if you have any questions. You're in for a cool experience!

 

[Fork'n'Horn]

Dad and I drew M8 Bass Hill Muzzloader @ 7 pts.

 

[BradA]

Overly surprised that there wasn’t a mm member to draw a sheep tag, and not a ton of people drew any great deer tags, but it does seem as though a lot of members drew elk tags.

 

[Paul_Crawford]

Brad, I was hoping for some help from you in the UT forum.

 

[Woke710]

Overly surprised that there wasn’t a mm member to draw a sheep tag, and not a ton of people drew any great deer tags, but it does seem as though a lot of members drew elk tags.

I’ve never drawn an elk tag neither has my grandpa what is max points on elk and antelope?

 

[khunter]

Clark/Kingston Desert sheep for my nephew.

 

[PCPython]

I’ve never drawn an elk tag neither has my grandpa what is max points on elk and antelope?

22 for all species now.

 

[ducksbucksandbulls]

Devil's Garden?

Yes

 

[Deputynrc]

My wife drew m9

Also drew M9.

 

[huckleberryhi]

A3 for me, #7 alt on likely tables pronghorn hunt, struck out for ne archery elk.

 

[muleycrazytwo]

Drew Central Coast Bull Elk!

 

[Makaira]

I Drew period 10 I’m not passing on this tag

Damn-Good luck-we want pictures
Hopefully I will see you up there

 

[PCPython]

Who drew the Tehachapi bull tags?

 

[bpbigperm]

Who drew the Tehachapi bull tags?

I got a buddy with one. Max point. Haven’t heard of the other 4

 

[rtoreson]

A3(archery X1) and Marbles either sex muzzy/archery elk tag. Stepdad got X2.

 

[Cahunter805]

Drew Central Coast Bull Elk!

Do you have any access lined up? There are some monster bulls for sure.

 

[Livetahunt]

Who drew the Tehachapi bull tags?

I know where two of the Bull tags are....

 

[BradA]

Brad, I was hoping for some help from you in the UT forum.

Me? In regards to what ?

 

[BradA]

I’ve never drawn an elk tag neither has my grandpa what is max points on elk and antelope?

I believe after this application process it’s at 22 points. If you don’t have max it’s equivalent to have zero points 0-20 ( going into the draw) points would be equivalent to each other on odds of drawing. It’s not like Nevada where with every point your odds increase.

 

[BradA]

Drew Central Coast Bull Elk!

Nice a max point holder ? Or random ? If you’re looking for some private land with some big bulls shoot me a pm .

 

[highsierra]

Alright, who got me Newberry sheep tag and Goodale tags? Really thought this was going to be my lucky year. Even ordered maps for Newberry and have been studying them.
All 5 of us struck out on everything.

Me! G-3

….. but even better, one of my best friends drew the sheep tag! I get to do both!

 

[highsierra]

I would NEVER wait that long to hunt in CA. Just me. Just sayin..

Who says you have to wait?
If you don’t get your first choice, hunt one of the many, many other zones where tags are available… ex. A-zone, D-zones, etc..
I’ve been waiting almost 40 years to get the tag. I finally drew this year. But that doesn’t mean I haven’t killed a deer here in California… In fact, quite the contrary.

I guess it takes moving out of state to draw a Goodale tag. Max points and finally drew it.

See ya there

 

[highsierra]

I believe after this application process it’s at 22 points. If you don’t have max it’s equivalent to have zero points 0-20 ( going into the draw) points would be equivalent to each other on odds of drawing. It’s not like Nevada where with every point your odds increase.

Don’t forget, there is the random draw for each and every Hunt here in California. Premium hunts like elk, sheep, and maybe some Pronghorn zones were only a couple of tags are offered often don’t attract as many applicants.Opportunities to increase your draw odds do exist.

Ultimately people have to realize that California is a state of over 40 million people and marginal, at best, wildlife management. The only true way you’ll ever increase your odds is to either lower the population (human) or increase the number of tags available by building up herds through predator control, and habitat enhancement. Until then, the best strategy is just to have patience. At some point in time, if you are diligent in putting in, AND live longer than anybody else with more points, anyone for any hunt could be a max point holder someday… Although that might be when you’re 90 years old!

 

[BradA]

Me! G-3

….. but even better, one of my best friends drew the sheep tag! I get to do both!

Congratulations on the g3 tag with all the added moisture should be a great year to get after a big buck!

 

[BradA]

Don’t forget, there is the random draw for each and every Hunt here in California. Premium hunts like elk, sheep, and maybe some Pronghorn zones were only a couple of tags are offered often don’t attract as many applicants.Opportunities to increase your draw odds do exist.

Ultimately people have to realize that California is a state of over 40 million people and marginal, at best, wildlife management. The only true way you’ll ever increase your odds is to either lower the population (human) or increase the number of tags available by building up herds through predator control, and habitat enhancement. Until then, the best strategy is just to have patience. At some point in time, if you are diligent in putting in, AND live longer than anybody else with more points, anyone for any hunt could be a max point holder someday… Although that might be when you’re 90 years old!

That’s what I’m hoping for to draw my desert sheep tag !

 

[highsierra]

I struck out across the board. Who got lucky?

I’ve got a busy, busy fall ahead!
August: Desert Bighorn, CA (friend’s tag)
September: x-12 (friend’s daughter’s tag)
October: Mountain Goat, AK (MY HUNT)
November: Bull Elk, Nevada (friend’s tag)
December: Goodale Buck, CA (MY HUNT)
Cow Elk, NV (MY HUNT)

Although I did well in the draws… I’m even luckier for having great friends and family that enjoy the same passion is me. We all help each other out on all our hunts. Honestly, it’s sometimes more fun not having the pressure of being the one with the tag in hand!

 

[bullskin]

Nothing fancy, but I get to hunt. C Archery for me, C rifle for my son. Hopin' the woods remain open...

 

[highsierra]

Congratulations on the g3 tag with all the added moisture should be a great year to get after a big buck!

It’s always a great year to get a good buck in that zone! My brother lives in the area and we’ve been scouting it for a long, long time. Been fortunate to go on other hunts with friends that drew the tag. Going to be really fun breaking out the big optics and looking over a bunch of bucks before deciding on “the one”.

Pray for snow! Makes them easier to see when their way, way up there!

 

[Snoopdogg]

Seems a lot of MM'ers did quite well. Congrats to all of you. Hoping to see some cool pics and maybe even stories.

 

[highsierra]

Son drew j12

I’ve hunted that zone with juniors many times. Would be honored to share information with you to help make the hunt a success. Feel free to PM me.

 

[YukonDall]

HIGHSIERRA, GREAT OFFER ON YOUR HELPING A FELLOW HUNTER. GOOD KARMA WILL COME BACK TO GREET YOU ???? MAYBE ON A FUTURE TAG............................KEEP YOUR POWDER DRY...........YD.

 

[BradA]

It’s always a great year to get a good buck in that zone! My brother lives in the area and we’ve been scouting it for a long, long time. Been fortunate to go on other hunts with friends that drew the tag. Going to be really fun breaking out the big optics and looking over a bunch of bucks before deciding on “the one”.

Pray for snow! Makes them easier to see when their way, way up there!

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Cool trashy buck ! Good luck! Looking forward to seeing your hunt on here

 

[bobby7321]

I’ve hunted that zone with juniors many times. Would be honored to share information with you to help make the hunt a success. Feel free to PM me.

Much appreciated. Pm coming your way

 

[wildfin]

bradA the 1and 2 alternates for central coast did have max, it just seems even with max that those odds are the worst there is for that to happen mother and son, and still is not a tag. The odds of ending up with 2 tags may be even worse.

 

[nugentfan]

Lassen pronghorn and D3-5 for my wife and I. She was under max and leader so a random draw I'd guess. Last year she drew alternate #1 GI elk and got the tag.

 

[Rie bread]

My buddy got x9c anybody ever hunt that? Iv spent some time in the inyos and white mountain

 

[Skykarp]

Full strike out but 1 off max for elk and goats doesn’t do much good….

The crazy thing is some of these d zones going past 2nd choice. Makes me so thankful for a zone .

 

[highsierra]

My buddy got x9c anybody ever hunt that? Iv spent some time in the inyos and white mountain

Yep. Deer are in certain pockets dispersed over a vast area… hence the lower success rate. Don’t overlook the low country along the Owens river bottom. Saw some nice books well on an archery Tule Elk hunt there several years ago.

 

[Chukar chaser]

I'll be hunting X12 with my buddy. Any hunt with him is a good time.
Bummed my son didn't get any youth hunts. But we've got a few more years...