Hunt before rifle season. 



It give archers time to hunt and not all at once. 



I feel we have a generous season and more opportunities for big 



game. 



There are plenty of animals and you never see other hunters . 



Before gun season and warmer weather. 



Good populations - too high even for habitat in 260, could use 

 more access. 



I enjoy hunting in the wide open spaces. 



Because Montana has a long season at a nice time of year! 



I see no problems with districts or laws. 



It's the right time of the year. 



It gives me more opportunity to get an elk or deer. It's a nice 

 time of year but was too warm to hunt far in places in 1987. 



First year bowhunting. 



It does not conflict with the general season and gives me a lot 

 of latitude. 



It's OK although it would be nice to also have a late season 

 (after rifle) hunt for two weeks. 



Because hunting season is longer and the challenge is greater. 



Season length is good; time of season is good. 



Seasons and regulations provide a pleasant hunting experience. 



It is a good time of year, and there is a lot of good hunting. 



Because all hunters have the right to hunt with gun and bow. 

 It offers everything I want in an early hunting season. 



Scenery, exercise and the possibility for success; a six point 

 bull or buck. 



Because I can hunt either sex whitetail. 



There are several branch antlered deer and some elk in this area. 



Big game is plentiful and the archery season is liberal. 



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