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 Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/24/14 02:45 AM
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So, the OTC tags go on sale in a little over 2&1/2 weeks, August 5. I think the elk tags are unlimited, but the bear tags have "caps", so it's first-come, first-served basis. Plus, I'm pretty OCD about doing things as early as possible.
I know we talked about this way back when this thread started, but I can't remember what everyone said. As far as I can tell, by looking over the CO booklet, there's no deer (of either type) licenses available in our area and there are no either sex or cow elk tags available in our area. That just leaves a bull tag ($601.00) and possibly a bear tag ($351.00), plus your 10.00 habitat stamp.
Sneaky, et al - please correct me if I've misread something.
Who all is getting a bear tag? And is there any reason to get a fishing license, or small game tag?
Sorry if this is plowing the same ground. Drinking causes memory problems, and even worse, causes memory problems. Deer tags are draw only. No cow tags for that unit. Bull tags are unlimited. Bear tags are first come, first serve, and I believe you are required to have the elk tag to get the bear tag. I'm shooting for the bear tag, if I can get through in time. May need to put in a request for those draw only tags... 
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Creekrunner]
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07/24/14 04:09 PM
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Especially now that we're in the "dog days" of summer. All I think about is cool mountain air. Oh yeah. Can't wait.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/24/14 07:13 PM
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Just ordered my Sagen II saw. Pitchfork Predator's list on the backpack essentials thread reminded me that all I have is the deer-size Sagen, a Wyoming saw, and a couple of light-weight saws, and I hate to go waling on a bull's ribcage and pelvis with a hatchet. 1. Bored 2. Ready to go hunting. 3. Yeah, I'm also trying to get my post count up.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/24/14 07:26 PM
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Looking at his list again --- what is our policy/plan regarding comms? (Walkie, radio) I know the mountains play hell with any radio signal. I could bring bugles and teach y'all...never mind.
...and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. Gen. 1:28
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/24/14 10:25 PM
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CR, I think Sneaky will have a class the 1st day on hnd signal, if he knows more than the "one finger lift"  Radios are always good, take up little room and don't weigh much. Plus, if anyone in 5 miles shoots at a bull, the radio will get busy. They will also monitor it for DA to give a way a honey hole, so you should watch what info you put out over the airwaves, unless you want company.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 01:21 AM
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I don't plan on brining radios. I figure we'll pair up and everyone can meet up in camp at night. I'm open to suggestions, though.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Creekrunner]
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07/25/14 01:39 AM
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Looking at his list again --- what is our policy/plan regarding comms? (Walkie, radio) I know the mountains play hell with any radio signal. I could bring bugles and teach y'all...never mind. I think with the terrain we'd need some higher end radios, and I'm trying to keep this a budget trip. At least that's what I keep telling my wife.
I hump the wild to take it all in, there is no bag limit on happiness. -Ted Nugent
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/25/14 01:40 AM
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What's the latest on the roll call? How many do we have committed?
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 01:42 AM
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So, the OTC tags go on sale in a little over 2&1/2 weeks, August 5. I think the elk tags are unlimited, but the bear tags have "caps", so it's first-come, first-served basis. Plus, I'm pretty OCD about doing things as early as possible.
I know we talked about this way back when this thread started, but I can't remember what everyone said. As far as I can tell, by looking over the CO booklet, there's no deer (of either type) licenses available in our area and there are no either sex or cow elk tags available in our area. That just leaves a bull tag ($601.00) and possibly a bear tag ($351.00), plus your 10.00 habitat stamp.
Sneaky, et al - please correct me if I've misread something.
Who all is getting a bear tag? And is there any reason to get a fishing license, or small game tag?
Sorry if this is plowing the same ground. Drinking causes memory problems, and even worse, causes memory problems. I read the big game booklet yesterday, and it said all out of state big game licenses come with a fishing license. FYI
I hump the wild to take it all in, there is no bag limit on happiness. -Ted Nugent
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Shawheel]
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07/25/14 02:05 AM
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So, the OTC tags go on sale in a little over 2&1/2 weeks, August 5. I think the elk tags are unlimited, but the bear tags have "caps", so it's first-come, first-served basis. Plus, I'm pretty OCD about doing things as early as possible.
I know we talked about this way back when this thread started, but I can't remember what everyone said. As far as I can tell, by looking over the CO booklet, there's no deer (of either type) licenses available in our area and there are no either sex or cow elk tags available in our area. That just leaves a bull tag ($601.00) and possibly a bear tag ($351.00), plus your 10.00 habitat stamp.
Sneaky, et al - please correct me if I've misread something.
Who all is getting a bear tag? And is there any reason to get a fishing license, or small game tag?
Sorry if this is plowing the same ground. Drinking causes memory problems, and even worse, causes memory problems. I read the big game booklet yesterday, and it said all out of state big game licenses come with a fishing license. FYI a page or so back that was posted
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 04:42 AM
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a page or so back that was posted Hey I heard we're going elk hunting! 
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 11:56 AM
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My bad. You guys are too quick for me!
I hump the wild to take it all in, there is no bag limit on happiness. -Ted Nugent
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Shawheel]
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07/25/14 01:08 PM
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My bad. You guys are too quick for me! 
...and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. Gen. 1:28
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/25/14 04:30 PM
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 08:20 PM
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 08:27 PM
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That's a he&& of a bull no matter where you are! 
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 08:49 PM
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Looking at his list again --- what is our policy/plan regarding comms? (Walkie, radio) I know the mountains play hell with any radio signal. I could bring bugles and teach y'all...never mind. I think with the terrain we'd need some higher end radios, and I'm trying to keep this a budget trip. At least that's what I keep telling my wife. We have done OK with the $100 set motorolas, even if hunting in pairs, you likely wont be to0 far from each other. Allot better than yelling "Elk are over here!!" Using phones and texting is fine (if you have a signal), but I would rather save the battery on the phone, if you need help. We usually check-in on the hr. Radio you can leave on, just keep allot of batteries at camp. Avoid radios that have the "call", or key up feature, unless it can be muted.
If at first you dont succeed, then skydiving is not for you..
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 09:31 PM
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Yep. One day I'm going to book an elk hunt in west Texas.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
[Re: Sneaky]
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07/25/14 10:31 PM
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Yep. One day I'm going to book an elk hunt in west Texas. You will probably hit one in your truck, so save the lease fee.
If at first you dont succeed, then skydiving is not for you..
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/25/14 11:12 PM
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That's the only reason I haven't booked a hunt yet.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/26/14 02:29 AM
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My bad. You guys are too quick for me! I may need one of those red scooters after a couple days in the mountains.
I hump the wild to take it all in, there is no bag limit on happiness. -Ted Nugent
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/26/14 11:20 AM
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What's the latest on the roll call? How many do we have committed? Sneaky, Creekrunner (me), Shawheel (you), Pitchfork Predator, Erath Kid, MACV, and mow (as a maybe) are who responded to the last "Who's in?" query.
...and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. Gen. 1:28
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/26/14 02:37 PM
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Last I heard, North2ak was set on going. He doesn't post a lot. And mow is a maybe.
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/26/14 02:46 PM
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I'm working my way through the thread and putting together a list of who is driving and what gear we all made crazy promises to bring. Will post in a bit.
For those who are planning on driving, can you post the days you're planning on heading up and coming back down?
I hump the wild to take it all in, there is no bag limit on happiness. -Ted Nugent
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Re: 2014 OTC CO rifle elk hunt.
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07/26/14 03:45 PM
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'Sorry I forgot North2ak.
I like to take my time and not push it so I'm leaving 10/15 am and overnighting in Clovis, then either Durango or Dolores on the 16th. Headed to find a campsite early on the 17th for you road warriors to have a nice place to land. Let me know if I need to move this up a day earlier.
I think we talked about hunting through the 23rd? Correct me if I'm wrong. I'll probably head home when everyone else does, unless someone else and I are playing hide-n-seek with some monster bull, or bulls. Season ends the 26th.
...and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. Gen. 1:28
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