simcoe18,

I highly recommend for you not to start applying in Oregon. It will cost you $70+ per year just to get in the game, and they only give out 2 1/2% of the tags to nonresidents. There are many other better places to apply for good elk tags. E-mail me if you want more detailed info.

I have been applying all over, including Oregon, for 10 years. The only reason I keep going in Oregon is because my hunting partner lives in Portland and we can do a combo fishing/visit if I draw anything. Plus I am applying to areas he knows well, and can help me. Otherwise I'd have dropped out years ago.