Priority 17 Moose any suggestions

[Litch73]

Been stacking up priority for years after some severe health challenges looking for a place to use a priority 17 antlered moose tag! No looking for spots WMU that offer opportunities at trophy class antlered moose. Open to all reasonable suggestions. For the 23 hours.

Thanks all!

[Snap Shot]

There used to be giants around nanton and SW of nanton. Unsure if lately its the same but 306 and 402 had some smokers in it.

[flyguyd]

Originally Posted by Snap Shot

There used to be giants around nanton and SW of nanton. Unsure if lately its the same but 306 and 402 had some smokers in it.

You would be lucky if a P17 was enough for 402 Might have to wait for another couple years

[mulecrazy]

I would look northern prairie zones or east central zones.

[Snap Shot]

Originally Posted by flyguyd

You would be lucky if a P17 was enough for 402 Might have to wait for another couple years

Yea I have not looked at those stats at all. That’s sad if a 17 can’t get a guy drawn down there. There used to be giant bulls in that area is all I know.

[reddeerhunter]

Big moose in all prairie zones.
Then again biggest one I have seen personally is 356.

203 always has dingers.

208 and 158 have bigguns.

Damn priority 17 almost comes w the expectation of a 55”.

Let us know.


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[huntinstuff]

Hmmmm

Are you willing to fly?

[marky_mark]

Originally Posted by huntinstuff

Hmmmm

Are you willing to fly?

If you have to fly then you don’t need to burn up a p17
Unless your flying to the yukon or russia

[huntinstuff]

Originally Posted by marky_mark

If you have to fly then you don’t need to burn up a p17
Unless your flying to the yukon or russia

True
But a p17 means nothing if you come home empty handed.
I read "years of serious health issues" and P 17.
Woulda coulda shoulda

[bessiedog]

I gots a P17

I put in in my local zone.
I want to do one mountain moose hunt where my two kids that hunt can go with me and just help break down and pack out suck a huge critter.

I’m huntin for meat n memories.

Like they say, ya can’t eat horn

[marky_mark]

Originally Posted by bessiedog

I gots a P17

I put in in my local zone.
I want to do one mountain moose hunt where my two kids that hunt can go with me and just help break down and pack out suck a huge critter.

I’m huntin for meat n memories.

Like they say, ya can’t eat horn

Ya can’t eat horn is true
But If you shoot a big one and keep the antlers. Every time you look at it, it will remind you of that trip and the experience. Long after all the meat is gone

[huntinstuff]

Originally Posted by marky_mark

Ya can’t eat horn is true
But If you shoot a big one and keep the antlers. Every time you look at it, it will remind you of that trip and the experience. Long after all the meat is gone

X2

[bessiedog]

Yup
I’ve horn hunted before and your totally right.

Just not the experience I want. Having said that, if big 50” comes in by... yea... bang!

[marky_mark]

Originally Posted by bessiedog

Yup
I’ve horn hunted before and your totally right.

Just not the experience I want. Having said that, if big 50” comes in by... yea... bang!

Im sure they will have a great time

[Dubious]

Hire an outfitter. With that high of pri you probably give high expectations

[Pathfinder76]

Originally Posted by marky_mark

Ya can’t eat horn is true
But If you shoot a big one and keep the antlers. Every time you look at it, it will remind you of that trip and the experience. Long after all the meat is gone

In my experience, more horn equals more meat. Win win.

[mtnhunter]

Originally Posted by bessiedog

Yup
I’ve horn hunted before and your totally right.

Just not the experience I want. Having said that, if big 50� comes in by... yea... bang!

You’ve got the opportunity for a big one in those south zones. Have seen one there that would have been 55”+.


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[bessiedog]

Yes, I’ve seen some doozies down here....They do exist...

But I won’t hold out for one.....

Im not sure a p17 will get me draw ... but it’s close.

[waldedw]

Originally Posted by Litch73

Been stacking up priority for years after some severe health challenges looking for a place to use a priority 17 antlered moose tag! No looking for spots WMU that offer opportunities at trophy class antlered moose. Open to all reasonable suggestions. For the 23 hours.

Thanks all!

So after all these suggestions what zone did you put in for ???????

[reddeerhunter]

Yes, do tell.
What wmu?


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[Deer Hunter]

Having the pressure of deciding on a high priority hunt is a bugger. Nevermind only hunting an animal in an area every decade doesn't exactly help you learn the hunt. Pull those tags! Chances are you're not going to kill a buck that will make you famous.

[reddeerhunter]

Originally Posted by Deer Hunter

Having the pressure of deciding on a high priority hunt is a bugger. Nevermind only hunting an animal in an area every decade doesn't exactly help you learn the hunt. Pull those tags! Chances are you're not going to kill a buck that will make you famous.

Smart words right here.


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[Deer Hunter]

I'm under the impression that the hunting in Alberta is getting harder. Trophy quality, access, overall populations. I don't want to think about what another 17 years of this trend will bring.

[Litch73]

Thanks sincerely to all. I went with what my own eyes told me and that was WMU 200 which was my final choice, Fortunately I was also able to pull my priority13 Antlered Elk in same zone which also included WMU’s 202,203,232,234 for the Antlered Elk. Seen great specimens for both in this zone so though will spend my season there.

So appreciative that I am alive to realize this huge opportunity. So looking forward to hitting it very hard starting with WMU 200 next week. Appreciate all comments. I have survived Chronic Kidney disease, next a very complicated Kidney Transplant and finally surgery to deal with Kidney Cancer this spring. These two hunts are my personal reward for years of humility, struggle and survival. All the while knowing that I have amazing supportive spouse and just imagine waiting for this opportunity to cash them in. Getting stronger every day and I can hardly wait to realize my passion again, especially with this opportunity be it with bow “my true preference” or by smoke pole, I have very high expectations and the drive to realize my goal.

[flyguyd]

Originally Posted by bessiedog

Yes, I’ve seen some doozies down here....They do exist...

But I won’t hold out for one.....

Im not sure a p17 will get me draw ... but it’s close.

In 400 youve got a reasonable shot buddy if the 999s dont go wild this year. Think 402 will be another year or to i think

[Rackmastr]

I hope you do great on this hunt Ken!!!

Litch is one of the best dudes around.

Sure makes it interesting having all those points and options!

[Deer Hunter]

That’s a good zone with decent access. The bull moose October bowhunt will be great. A big elk will be a challenge like anywhere. Good luck!

[sns2]

I hope this fall exceeds your wildest dreams!

[marky_mark]

Originally Posted by Litch73

Thanks sincerely to all. I went with what my own eyes told me and that was WMU 200 which was my final choice, Fortunately I was also able to pull my priority13 Antlered Elk in same zone which also included WMU’s 202,203,232,234 for the Antlered Elk. Seen great specimens for both in this zone so though will spend my season there.

So appreciative that I am alive to realize this huge opportunity. So looking forward to hitting it very hard starting with WMU 200 next week. Appreciate all comments. I have survived Chronic Kidney disease, next a very complicated Kidney Transplant and finally surgery to deal with Kidney Cancer this spring. These two hunts are my personal reward for years of humility, struggle and survival. All the while knowing that I have amazing supportive spouse and just imagine waiting for this opportunity to cash them in. Getting stronger every day and I can hardly wait to realize my passion again, especially with this opportunity be it with bow “my true preference” or by smoke pole, I have very high expectations and the drive to realize my goal.

I hope you get a couple crankers!

[calgarychef]

Originally Posted by Litch73

Thanks sincerely to all. I went with what my own eyes told me and that was WMU 200 which was my final choice, Fortunately I was also able to pull my priority13 Antlered Elk in same zone which also included WMU’s 202,203,232,234 for the Antlered Elk. Seen great specimens for both in this zone so though will spend my season there.

So appreciative that I am alive to realize this huge opportunity. So looking forward to hitting it very hard starting with WMU 200 next week. Appreciate all comments. I have survived Chronic Kidney disease, next a very complicated Kidney Transplant and finally surgery to deal with Kidney Cancer this spring. These two hunts are my personal reward for years of humility, struggle and survival. All the while knowing that I have amazing supportive spouse and just imagine waiting for this opportunity to cash them in. Getting stronger every day and I can hardly wait to realize my passion again, especially with this opportunity be it with bow “my true preference” or by smoke pole, I have very high expectations and the drive to realize my goal.

Kidney trouble is nothing to sneeze at. Good luck with your quest!