
← Drawn West23 jul · 1 u 10 min
Best Over-the-Counter Tags Left This Season
<p>It's July, your buddy's been talking points for years, and you still don't have a fall tag. Before you write off the season, there's a real list of over-the-counter and leftover tag options still on the table — and some of them are better hunts than people give them credit for.</p><p><br></p><p>Brian sits down with GoHunt's Dave Barnett to break down exactly where OTC opportunity still exists this late in the year, from Colorado's second and third rifle elk to Utah's OTC spike bull tags, plus Idaho's return tag sale and Nevada's first-come-first-served leftover tags. They also dig into GoHunt Insider Plus as a mid-season option for hunters who need a fast plan, and close out with an overrated/underrated tag debate covering Montana mule deer, Nevada return tags, and Utah spike elk.</p><p><br></p><p>Highlights:</p><p>• Where OTC elk tags still exist in Colorado, Utah, and Idaho after July 4th </p><p>• How Nevada's first-come-first-served return tag system actually works </p><p>• Why the Idaho OTC "DMV line" tag sale rewards solo hunters over groups </p><p>• What GoHunt Insider Plus actually includes and when it makes sense to sign up mid-season </p><p>• A strategy breakdown for hunting Utah's OTC spike bull tag </p><p>• Brian and Dave's overrated and underrated picks for backup tags, including Montana mule deer and Nevada return tags </p><p>• A caliber debate on sunsetting 30-06, 308, and 270 Win in favor of newer 7mm and 6.5 options</p><p><br></p><p>If this helped you find a plan for fall, subscribe to the show and check out GoHunt Insider Plus using code Drawn West for $50 gear shop credit!</p><p>Enter the Reveal Giveaway! One winner every month for therest of the year! <br><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/reveal">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/reveal</a>Stay Ahead of Hunting Season with the Drawn WestNewsletter.<br>Get practical emails on deadlines, draw strategy, new episodes, and giveawayupdates.<br>Join Here: <a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/newsletter">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/newsletter</a>Looking for more content from Drawn West? Check out our latestarticle!<br><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/articles/best-elk-calls-for-beginners">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/articles/best-elk-calls-for-beginners</a></p><p></p><p><strong>FREE Gear Checklist:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Brian Krebs</strong><br><a href="https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest">https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest</a> </p><p>Have Questions or Comments? Send an email to Brian@getdrawnwest.com!<br><strong>Sponsorsand Discounts:</strong><br><strong></strong>GOHUNTInsider - $50 Gear Shop Credit with code DRAWNWEST <br><a href="https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4">https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4</a><br>GOHUNT GearShop – 10% off most items with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u">https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u</a><br>Save 10% onMaverick Hunting Blinds & Accessories with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest">https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest</a><br>Save 20% OnReveal Cell Cams & Accessories with code DRAWNWEST20<br><a href="https://www.tactacam.com/">https://www.tactacam.com/</a><br>Get the BESTPRICES on your next firearm at Guns.com!<br><a href="https://alnk.to/3yfWc6R">https://alnk.to/3yfWc6R</a></p><p>00:00:00 — Intro and catching up with Dave Barnett</p><p>00:01:16 — Inside GoHunt's research content role and predictive draw odds accuracy</p><p>00:08:38 — Why state application systems feel outdated, and a dream fix</p><p>00:14:37 — What GoHunt Insider Plus actually includes</p><p>00:19:38 — Is Insider Plus worth it mid-season if you're scrambling for a tag</p><p>00:26:46 — Where the real OTC opportunity is right now (Nevada, Idaho)</p><p>00:32:00 — Colorado OTC elk, expectations vs reality</p><p>00:34:00 — Utah OTC spike elk strategy breakdown</p><p>0