out some of the least interested. 



There is ample opportunity to hunt with a bow. The only real 

 problem I have is with "slob" hunters that trespass, drive where 

 they shouldn ' t etc . 



I feel that there are alot of poor archers; bad shots and those 

 who don't "pass up" enough shots. However, I've never been 

 convinced that the % of poor rifle hunters isn't just as bad. 

 Rifle hunters AND archers should be required to periodically 

 prove their competency with their weapons . 



Bow hunting is an important aspect of my outdoor recreation each 



year. 



I would not like to see changes that would further restrict this 



sport . 



I do believe some bowhunters are not qualified to hunt live 



animals, and some kind accuracy test should be given before 



issusing a license. 



I don't believe I should have to pick between Rifle & Archery. 

 The all terrain vehicles shouldn't be allowed in the backcountry 

 they left the trails all over in area 361. No cow's should be 

 taken. Just 4 point or better on bulls & also calves be allowed 

 to be taken. I believe it takes at least 16-17 weeks in order to 

 plan the time to fit in that span & still be able to be hunting 

 during prime advantages in animal cycles. 



Too many bun hunters are pushing for either-or type of hunting 

 and their group have the funds to lobby for their project. 

 Hunter/safety trained archers will be better for hunting - as are 

 hunter/safety gun hunters . 



I feel that the addition non-resident deer license will allow 

 extra non-residence to hunt elk putting that more pressure in elk 

 hunting areas . 



I also feel that for a better archery season that Bowhunter Ed. 

 is the answer. 



Archery elk hunters need more regulations & also perhaps a class 

 on sportsman ship with regards to shot distances 1 Your deer 

 hunting program is fine although I do not think the one week 

 closure prior to rifle season is necessary! Thank you! 



I've been shooting archery for 10 yrs and every year at least 3 

 different people come & ask for my assistance and it's always the 

 same story: Maybe I'll get some shots, or It'll give me a longer 

 hunting season. I try to teach them not to shot unless they know 

 they will kill the animal and that is the way I was taught and 

 believe. 



None serious hunters and those with vehicles keep thinking they 



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