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Intro Vince – Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Go Hunt! – Now with nearly as many episodes as you mom’s body count:

Mike Gonçalves,  *circus music*

Dave Packard, who says it’s too early for this 80 degree bullshit

Sam Alexander, favorite thermostat repairman of rich people everywhere.

And,

 being yelled at by a fishcop to “stop resisting” even though I didn du nuf’m, I’m Vince H 

 

On Target:

Changes coming to Colorado draw system.

Episode Title: Colorado’s 2028 Split Lottery System – What Hunters Need to Know

Intro:
Welcome back to [Podcast Name]! In this episode, we break down the major changes coming to Colorado’s big game draw in 2028. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved a new “split lottery” system aimed at addressing preference point creep and making license allocation fairer for all hunters. Here’s what you need to know.

Key Takeaways:

• New Split Lottery System:
  • 50% of licenses go to the traditional Preference Point Draw (highest points win).
  • 50% go to the Bonus Draw, a weighted lottery where all applicants have a chance, but more points improve your odds.
• Residency Allocation Adjustments:
  • 75% of licenses will be reserved for residents.
  • 25% will go to nonresidents.
  • This replaces the old system where high-demand vs. low-demand hunts had different allocations.
• Preference Point Changes:
  • Hunters earn points only by applying for a license and being unsuccessful, or by purchasing a preference point during the draw.
  • No more buying preference points separately.
  • Fees: $15 per species for residents, $30 for nonresidents.
  • Option to decline earning a point if you don’t want to pay the fee.
• Elimination of the Hybrid Draw:
  • The hybrid draw system will be removed and replaced by the split draw process.

Why It Matters:
These changes aim to balance opportunities between seasoned preference point holders and newer hunters while simplifying the draw process.

Final Thoughts:
Love it or hate it, Colorado’s new draw system is coming in 2028! Let us know your thoughts—will this improve your odds or shake things up too much? Drop us a comment or message on [Podcast Socials].

Outro:
Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to subscribe and follow us for more hunting policy updates and insider tips. Until next time, hunt smart and stay safe!

 

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Personal Gear Chat and Updates:

Mike

• Shooting in the mountains.

Dave

• spotlight

Sam  

• I made cheese
• Getting in shape for hunting season and springtime shenanigans.
• Runs.
• Basic white girl lunches.
• Posca.
• Cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeese.

 

Vince

 

• Little show, other than a tiny bit of rimfire shooting with the boy

• News and World Events

 

• Colorado has new wolves, as well as the release of the Copper Creek Pack which was corralled last year for depredation and survival reasons. 
• Brings the total up to 29 in the state of Colorado. 
• Time will tell what they all get up to.
• Colorado has new regs for the big game draw, will cover more in depth in upcoming shows as info comes out

 

Spotlighting With Dave: 

The Odd Shotgun Gauges

https://www.sportsmans.com/shotgun-gauge-size-chart#:~:text=20%20Gauge-,X,X

What the Rut is going on here?

or

The Otter Creek Labs Polonium 30. What’s it good for?

 

Reviews:

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Outro – Mike

Support the sport and take a buddy hunting! If you like that buddy, tell them about our show! If you don’t, send him to MeatEater. Hit us up at lghpodcast.com.  Thanks for listening and Let’s Go Hunt! 

 

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