RE: Moving from the Midwest to the far West.
Know how you feel. Made the move from IN to AZ almost 2 years ago. As far as bowhunting out West goes, don't expect to fill your tag unless you work your a$$ off, and dedicate yourself 100% to the season. It is a different ballgame, and the rewards (so I've heard, haven't converted yet) are worth all the extra effort. Be prepared to hike long distances, and spend countless hours glassing hills and mountains that will give you no looks at deer (for the most part). The breathtaking views make the trips worthwhile though. Put it this way, I will be looking forward to the first week of October, for that is when I fly back to the Midwest, and SIT in a treestand!!!! Good luck.