The PA elk application asks that you state a preference for two elk management areas, or "any".
I don't know how to answer as I've never so much as seen an elk, don't know the PA elk country.

Can anyone suggest some good online resources to help me make an informed decision about this? Or better yet, refer me to an informed person who might be willing to share some information?

[ 08-19-2003, 19:29: Message edited by: JJeremiahJJohnson ]

I would suggest that you join and post this query at www.bushnelloutdoors.com on the General section. There are several hunters from Pa. on the board and you won't believe how helpful them good old boys can be. derf

for PA elk it is a lottery and good luck winning, as far as info you can go to the PA game commisions web site at www.pgc.state.pa.us.there should be info there,Im not 100% sure but a local tv station has a show called pa outdoor life and they did a show on the first elk hunt in pa and I think a guide can be provided if you need one,every hunter that was on the show had a guide from what I remember hope this helps and good luck

just did a little reading on the elk hunting,and the application must be recieved by 8/22/03,and the drawing will be on 9/27 03.go to the web site for all the info you need

It doesn't matter what area you pick. Success rate will be 100% if you get a permit. However, the chances of actually getting a permit for this is the same or less than being struck by lightning. Dream on!

And the $10 non-refundable lottery fee is just a damn money racket.

But like they say about the real lottery, "ya gotta play to win!"

From what I can find out you want to pick "any"
If you pick say 1 and 2 your done as soon as 1 and 2 are picked but if you pick any your in the drawing till the end.

We hunt in that general area.....I had a 8x7 bull come within 30 ft of me 2 yrs ago in deer season...what a monster!! good luck with your donation....er uh I mean application