Hunting & Trapping Digest 2008-2009 - (Page A9) Apply to Win a Hunt of a Lifetime • • • • • Applying for an elk license is easy and takes only a few minutes. Enter to win a hunt of a lifetime. Apply on-line at The Outdoor Shop, www.pgc.state.pa.us or fill out and return the application on page 102. Many magnificent antlered bulls have been harvested, some reaching record book status; the largest being a bull taken in 2006 that placed 7th in the world under the nontypical Boone and Crockett record books. Because the number of antlered licenses is conservative, there are many mature bulls (6 to 9 years old) in the herd for both hunting and viewing. Thus, elk hunters in Pennsylvania have a good chance at harvesting a record book elk. Many hunters choose to make their elk hunt a family affair, often including children, spouses or siblings in the pursuit of their trophy. Elk guiding has developed as a profession for many locals and elk enthusiasts. Guides can be an asset if you are not able to conduct your own scouting prior to the season. Guides will also help you remove your harvested elk from the woods, which can be a tremendous challenge if you aren’t prepared. To view photos of elk harvested during the Pennsylvania seasons check out the Hunter/Trapper Scrapbook at www.pgc.state.pa.us. Why Hunt Zones? Why can’t hunters just hunt where they want? With the freedom to hunt anywhere, hunters could overexploit the population in some areas, overlook high conflict areas or overcrowd each other. By directing hunters to zones where conflicts occur, and thereby removing elk from those areas, conflicts have dropped to an all-time low across the management area. By allowing elk numbers to grow in areas of suitable habitat and low conflicts, there are now more elk in more places than, perhaps, the past 150 years. Hunt Zones have allowed the Commission to accomplish elk management plan goals while providing excellent hunting opportunities. http://www.pgc.state.pa.us http://www.pgc.state.pa.us
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