Oh my Goodness Rich you certainly have stirred the pot on this one !!
I have been able to read what some of the experts opinions are on here though
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SRD sets out a certain amount of tag numbers for the WMU's for harvest that they expect will sustain a healthy population after the season closes , if not they adjust it accordingly, i guess except whitetails on a general tag.
Even though we buy our tags ,get draws etc do all of us fill them even with our rifles !! I know i am not 100% success on all my draws.
It appears some have the assumption that because a Crossbow season is going to be introduced now that success rate is going to sky rocket or something.
I own firearms and a Compound Bow I have no plans to buy the new guaranteed harvester..,The Compound Bow and I have no qualms over what any other hunter uses Including the Crossbow.
If solicited I will vote YES for the Crossbow but have no plans on lugging one around.
My 2 cents.