I have 6 animals that would qualify. I have never entered any in the books & I have not used their information for any reason either.
Why? Unfortunatly, I know of people who have had questionable "fair Chase" kills that were entered.Over the years, some of these individuals& their antics caught up with them.Soured me at a young age (30) & I've been bowhunting 51 this year.
Don't get me wrong, I think the guy that puts an animal in the books has accomplised something-no matter Gun or Bow & I take my hat off to them. It's just not for some individuals but I see no reason why some fella or lady can't use their information if they don't contribute to P&Y or B&C.
If we hunt, I am sure we all contribute to our sport.
Good Luck this fall & if your into records, I hope you get one. I am hoping to get one myself but then, a big fat Doe will do.
Oh, I have never purchased a biggame gun tag but I still like to see the people who are great in that sport & what they have done.