Originally Posted by
txhunter58
I was one that dropped out of considering Montana when they raised the price yet again. Power to you if you bought one and hope you get a big one!
However, I suspect that the 75% of hunters that come home without an elk this year will think hard next year before forking over that much money. Will be curious to see if that happens.
I think it will largely depend on the type of experience folks have. Most come out to Montana for a chance at a bull, but primarily to be in the mountains and enjoy all that the state has to offer. I would say that most folks consider a bull a "bonus" or "icing on the cake". Those doing the deer/elk combo are not paying anymore than they would in Colorado. If a hunter has the time and utilizes all the combo tags offer, he can have the hunt of a lifetime, elk in the west, mule deer in the east, along with great fly fishing and outstanding bird hunting. I understand not all have the kind of time, but many do.