Sportsmen's Nation - For The Die-hard Sportsman

In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian shares a full rundown of backup options for hunters who haven’t drawn a tag yet, including leftover tags, OTC opportunities, and first-come-first-serve permits across the West. He also delivers timely updates on the public land sale victory, a Colorado wolf controversy, and why it’s still worth hitting the mountains even when plans don’t go perfectly. Key Takeaways: Leftover / OTC Opportunities: Colorado: Leftover tag sale opens August 5; OTC 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons still available Idaho: Leftover tags on August 7 & September 18; Controlled Hunt 2 app runs Aug 5–15 Utah: Any Bull OTC tags open July 10; Spike tags open July 17 Wyoming: Leftover tags on sale July 17; reduced-price cow/calf and doe/fawn tags available Oregon: First-come-first-serve leftover tags—check system frequently Montana: Surplus list signup ends July 15 Arizona: OTC archery deer tags available November 5 Bonus Tip: Co