I was asked if I wanted to join a buddy of mine to help out with his 2 kids youth hunts. He really likes the area and he thinks I will love it. He has 4 points for himself and I have 0.
He believes I should apply to at least get a point so next time we could apply as a group. Since I would have to purchase the license this year to help the kids out I was hoping I would have at least a realistic opportunity to hunt deer.
I don't understand the out of state hunting odds and strategies. I watched videos and read some stuff. Between AZ, UT and NV i am very confused. I think I might have to build an excel spreadsheet and do a comparison.
It looks to me that in UT like other states when you have 0 points you are really hoping for a miracle to get a decent tag, But It also looks like there might be a realistic opportunity for "Archery hunts " which I am ok with.
My question is: Is it even worth applying? Are the chances to get an Archery deer tag realistic for a non resident of Utah with 0 points?
I am wondering if driving 7hrs, buying a license with no chances of getting a tag for myself this year is worthwhile.
What do you guys think?
Thanks.