Elk Hunting in Idaho Unit 52A-1: Big Desert Region
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This management direction continues the approach taken in the Big Desert during recent years? As agricultural crop and property damage have increased, so have antlerless tag numbers? Hunts have bee... Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note!
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The quality of your hunt depends on you. Preseason scouting, preparation for the environmental conditions, and physical conditioning are important factors. The success and quality of your hunt will likely increase with the distance from your vehicle and roads.
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Elk Drawing Stats (2022)
1st Choice Draw Odds
| Stats | Apply For | Sex | Manner | Season | Type | Draw Odds | HuntScore | Notes |
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0 | Motorized Hunting Rule Applies in Unit 52A, ; See Pages 104 - 106 |
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Elk Harvest Stats (2020)
| Manner | Season | Type | Sex | Hunters | Harvest | Male | Female | Youth |
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N/A | 69 | 47 |
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ANY
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M
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69 | 47 |
47
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0
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Average Temps
Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. If you plan on hunting in higher elevation, as a rule of thumb, expect the tempture to decrease roughly 5° for every 1000' in elevation gain.
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