Didn’t draw a tag this year? Here’s what you can do to put one in your pocket - Ep. 123

A plan of attack to research all of the leftover tag opportunities, secondary draws, first-come-first-served tags, over-the-counter hunts, and much more

June 6, 2024BY: GOHUNT Staff

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Didn't draw a tag this year, you still have options!

The guys sit down with Chris Porter and F-16 pilot Scott Butler to discuss two very different hunting tag outcomes… have a great tag, now what? And don’t have a tag, now what? “The logistics king Porter” drew a coveted PIW mule deer tag, and they walked through his plans for approaching a tag of this caliber and what he is doing right now to ensure success this fall in terms of e-scouting, weapon practice, and narrowing down a place to hunt. Then, on the opposite spectrum, Scott didn’t draw a single tag this year. The guys outline a plan of attack using a GOHUNT membership to research all of the leftover tag opportunities, secondary draws, first-come-first-served tags, over-the-counter hunts, and much more. If you find yourself without a hunting tag for this fall, this episode is for you.

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Podcast episode show notes summary

In episode 123 of the BHG podcast, the guys discuss strategies for hunters who didn't draw a tag. They cover various hunting experiences, over-the-counter tags, leftover tags, and second draw opportunities that are coming up this summer as an additional chance to pick up a hunting tag and tips for maximizing hunting opportunities. Key topics include:

Partnership in Wildlife (PIW) tag
- The guys broke down Chris Porter's PIW tag he drew in Nevada.
Muzzleloader technology
- Advantages of hunting with a muzzleloader.
Alternative strategies to pick up a tag if you don't draw
- Exploring over-the-counter (OTC) tags in states like Colorado, Utah, Oregon, South Dakota, and Washington.
- Leftover lists, second draw opportunities to pick up a tag.
Effective scouting
- Techniques for finding units with fewer crowds and challenging terrain hunters might avoid.
Application tips
- Applying for tags in multiple states and staying informed about application deadlines, and leftover tag sale dates.
Hunting data interpretation
- Going beyond surface data to have a better hunt.
GOHUNT research tools
- Leveraging GOHUNT’s tools and member-only articles to stay informed.
Insulated boots and late-season hunting strategies
- Gear recommendations and refined strategies for late-season hunts.