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  1. Zim

    2026 Utah

    I quit making donations for the ones with odds below .0002% or with 90% of the tags auctioned. That left four. And if I can ever burn my elk points on some low tier archery unit, I'll promptly walk the following year.
  2. Zim

    2026 Utah

    Sorry, I was totally focused on random draws. I've drawn several OIL tags in various states over the last 15 years, but all preference based. I have drawn zero random tags during those 15 years. My statement omitted that.
  3. Zim

    2026 Utah

    That's been my 1st choice since drawing it way back in 1997, but backed off this year after reading many dismal reviews. Very curious to hear how your hunt goes. Hope you have luck there. Four USUCS for me. Same as my last 15 years.
  4. Zim

    Poll: How many OIL tags have you Drawn in the Last 20 years of Applying

    Getting to where any elk tag anywhere is OIL lol.
  5. Zim

    Poll: How many OIL tags have you Drawn in the Last 20 years of Applying

    I’m in the 4 category, but in the last 15 years only because of preference based systems. I’ve drawn absolutely nothing in random draws during that time. Used to hit in randoms routinely back in the 90’s/00’s. But all that’s over now. Last was NH moose in 2012. Statistically should have...
  6. Zim

    How old is too old to apply for physical hunts?

    In my case, I found individual ailments started popping up at age 55. One being heart failure. This required a pacemaker in 2015, then defibrillator last year. This ended my backpacking days instantly due to shoulder strap pressure over device & wires. But the real game changer was joint...
  7. Zim

    Nevada - Is it Worth it?

    I agree with what most are saying. From the ground floor both NV & UT are two that have some of the worst return on investments. I drew one elk 20 years ago, and two deer 15+ years ago, when there were far fewer applicants. Got 28 squared points yet odds still only decrease each year. Wish I...
  8. Zim

    UTAH PRICE INCREASE

    My strategy was the same as yours and my thoughts now are also same as yours. Except I have 17 elk. I don’t think that’s enough and am debating if $2k is worth a low tier hunt. At 13 I hate to say it but I’d very likely walk. Sucks to be put in this position.
  9. Zim

    UTAH PRICE INCREASE

    I don't even bother to check overlaps in these states any more. Not with 1-3% odds lol. Used to until maybe ten years ago. I even made an Excel overlap chart lol. These days I apply very early as soon as states open. More concerned about forgetting at the last minute.
  10. Zim

    NM applications

    Just hit the jackpot on my fav Midwest WT state park draw. Ten percent odds. Will take the sting out of my four red boxes tomorrow lol.
  11. Zim

    Wife Friendly Utah/NV Hunts

    Unfortunately for some reason I have only 14 pronghorn points. Must have given up a few years? Can’t remember.
  12. Zim

    Utah fees increase: keep applying?

    I'm also down to 8 states, only 6 of which are out West. My Utah pts are 14, 17,17 & 21 and if it weren't for the 17 elk I'd be walkin. I should be able to get an opportunity hunt for those eventually. OP, I'd walk at 14 due to the 17 bubble.
    • Zim
    • Post #46
    • Forum: UTAH
  13. Zim

    UTAH PRICE INCREASE

    Oh ya I'd say 11 is real borderline not worth it. You got a decision. If it were me I'd say 15 would be my cutoff.
  14. Zim

    UTAH PRICE INCREASE

    This price jump just all the more confirms low point holders to put a fork in it. If you’re invested 20+ years you don’t have much choice but stay in. I’ve walked from several states already, but bought in too much in the remaining,
  15. Zim

    Wife Friendly Utah/NV Hunts

    So I got a bit of a dilemma. I’m looking for suggestions on hunts for the upcoming UT/NV draws that feature especially nice climates, campgrounds or affordable hotels for the wife to accompany me. Regardless of game quality. She is suffering from some type of depression/anxiery condition and...
  16. Zim

    NM applications

    If I see a green box this year I’m quite sure my defibrillator will go off.
  17. Zim

    NM Elk Bottom Feeder

    It may actually come to this. I’m glad I made hay when the sun was shining back in the 90’s & 00’s. Bull tags are like hen’s teeth now. Wife is asking for elk venison.
  18. Zim

    NM applications

    You drew a rabbit out of that hat!
  19. Zim

    Where To Start

    Especially at your age, I’d suggest only buying points in WY, CO & AZ and spend them in low tier 3/5 point units. Possibly ID and/or MT but I don’t apply to those so don’t know the values. You could add NM random if you like but be aware those are single digit odds across the board. Anywhere...
  20. Zim

    NM applications

    I changed up my deer apps this year due to retirement. After reading several poor reviews of unit 2 late deer, including a friend's friend who hunted that, I decided to change strategy and try for three mid-tier early archery hunts, one of which I've elk hunted, and saw a shooter buck on the...

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