AZ 19a - Azgfd called. In next on the list. * time sensitive

[BrokenArrow]

I was told I’m next on the list for 19A as a non-res early December rifle hunt.
I have to let them know if I want the tag tomorrow morning, before going to the next guy.
I’ve heard this is a rowdy, steep hunt. Small elk population, etc…
I have 8 total points and can probably draw this next year based on stats. But, always a bird in hand is better.

Should I take it? Any insights?

As always thanks, I’m happy to trade for info around SW CO. I’ve guided here for 20 years.

 

[Geewhiz]

I know nothing about arizona and obviously different units but for what its worth here's another guy in similar shoes.

AZ unit 27 late elk? Just got a call

So I just received a call from AZ G and F that a tag was returned for the Dec 1-7 hunt. When I didn't draw early I quit paying attention down there. What's the moisture situation been down there this year. I have 14pts I'd lose so weighing my odds of taking it or accumuting points for another...

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[HuntHarder]

19A has some elk, but what you heard about pockets is absolutely accurate. There has been a few slobs killed in there over the years, but they were pretty well known about by the guys who killed them. Depending on your expectations, I would say you will probably atleast have chances at bulls, but do not expect to glass up tons of elk. Relatively small area that they consist in in 19a.

 

[Ucsdryder]

Do you like hunting or do you like sitting on the lazy boy?!

 

[pirogue]

Wait a minute. You applied for it, and now your asking if you should take it?

 

[BrokenArrow]

Wait a minute. You applied for it, and now your asking if you should take it?

Yes I did.
Other state tags get drawn, Reissues get picked up, plans evolve, work schedules, time with my 6 year old daughter.
What if the next guy is a rookie and has a better chance at getting to hunt the whole season, where I might be limited. I’d be stoked for that person.
It’s not that hard of a concept to grasp. Think before you speak

 

[Ultracarry]

Put in for a better unit, spend time with the daughter, she will be a teenager when you get drawn so you should be able to hunt the entire week, go after bigger bulls and see more elk .

 

[pirogue]

Yes I did.
Other state tags get drawn, Reissues get picked up, plans evolve, work schedules, time with my 6 year old daughter.
What if the next guy is a rookie and has a better chance at getting to hunt the whole season, where I might be limited. I’d be stoked for that person.
It’s not that hard of a concept to grasp. Think before you speak

You mention none of these reasons in your initial post. Maybe you should reread it.

 

[BrokenArrow]

Put in for a better unit, spend time with the daughter, she will be a teenager when you get drawn so you should be able to hunt the entire week, go after bigger bulls and see more elk .

I will be passing this one on. Agreed

 

[eshunt]

I’ve hunted 19a for archery deer. I know a few places the elk hang out. Seen quite a bit of sign and elk in some spots. If you do decide to take it, or if you draw it next year hit me up and I can help with some info on places to start looking.

 

[BrokenArrow]

Thank you all,
I decided to pass it on to the next guy. Hopefully you’ll be as nice to them if they ask for help too.
I appreciate it after helping many folks tag out here in CO over the years.