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Originally Posted by matt1984
Though they are hard to find I would argue the legal bulls I see in 402 are often larger (and more mature) then the the majority I see in the neighboring zones that don't have a September rifle hunt. The terrain of 402 makes it a harder hunt, and hunter success numbers are an indicator of that along with reduced populations. Going 6 point would not solve any of the issues, an aggressive predator management plan is the only way to improve things IMO.
Look at all of the nearby 400 zones that are on draw and 6 point only. They have arguably gone down-hill more than 402.
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Correct, some of the six point zones have large 5 pointers doing the rutting, especially in areas where you can hunt them on foot,rather than on horseback.
Main issue is still wolves,cougars and bears. One of the main reasons for increased Elk herds in the zones farther east is less pressure from predators.