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Show v • - - • • ' : ; - "•• Wednesday, October 25, 2006 Sanpete Messenger/Gunnison Valley Edition A8 Bulldogs, Hawks advance Gunnison headed to quarterfinals North Sanpete quarterback 'throws' after second half rally over Rams Hawks into first round ofplayoffs By Greg Dart Staff writer Hunting alternatives Last week we talked about how big game hunting has changed in Utah. The bottom line was that Utahans have had to change the way they think about hunting. This week, we'll take a look at some of the options available. With the recent harvest of a new state record elk, hunters arc excited about the prospect of bagging their own record bull. Utah's herds are looking good, but if you want a chance at a real trophy, you'll need to apply for a limited entry permit. Last year more than 87,000 people applied for about 1,400 limited entry elk permits. Some of those applicants have more than 15 bonus points; in fact, there are over 300,000 elk bonus points on the books. Counting each of those points as an applicant means that your chances of drawing one of these coveted elk permits is about 1 in 222. Utah's bison permits are even harder to get. Nearly 15,000 people applied for 24 bison permits. Looking at the nearly 50,000 bonus points for bison, your chances are 1 in 2,030. Most hunters must plan on waiting 15-20 years for permits to hunt the most popular areas and species. Many of us are getting old enough that by the time we draw out we'll need a walker to get around in the hills. Others enjoy hunting enough that they want to be afield, in pursuit of some kind of big game, while they build up enough bonus points to draw out. Although most Utah hunters are still able to participate in the regular season hunts while they await their dream hunt, many are disappointed with the prospects, both of bagging a regular season buck and with their chances of drawing a permit. So what can the average nimrod do to satisfy his hunting instinct while he waits for his permit? Guided hunts are usually beyond the financial reach of most Utah hunters. A Cooperative Management Unit in northern Utah charges $9,000 for a guided deer hunt. An elk hunt will ding you $ 12,500. Ranch hunts for trophy elk can be even more expensive but usually guarantee a real nice bull. Ranch hunts for bison run about the same as a permit for an Antelope Island buffalo hunt. Those that balk at ranch hunting might consider that on Antelope-Island you can't get the buffalo to move out of your way, which is at least as challenging as a ranch hunt. Out-of-state hunts may be a little more reasonable with nonresident deer permits in surrounding western states running between S400-S600. Elk permits are S100-S200 more. If out of state hunts are still too pricey, bow hunting is a great option. There is less demand for archery permits, resulting in better odds on drawing day. Another option to consider is antlerless permits, which will let you get out and enjoy the hunt while putting some meat in the freezer. Non-consumtive hunting is another option. In lieu of traditional hunting, my boys and I have set a goal to get good pictures of every big game animal in Utah. We've had some great '"hunts" and have managed to bag everything but a nice mule deer (we're still working on this one) in less than a year. This is a feat that would be way out of our financial range with traditional hunting and impossible to accomplish in my lifetime if I had to wait for all the permits. Log on to my website at www.click4sports to see some of the pictures. It's OK to be frustrated with the current hunting regulations and prospects, just don't let it keep you from enjoying the great outdoors. WWW.CLICK4SPORTS.NET This photo of a mountain goat was taken by Bob Bahlmann during a "non-consumptive" hunt. CLASS DATE: 10/10/2006 COUNT: 2292 AVG PRICE PRICE RANGE BABY BULL CLVS BABY HFR CLVS COWS 175.00 190.00 140.00-210.00 185.00-195.00 42.97 31.50-49.75 HEIFERETTES CUTTING BULLS SLAUGHTER BULLS CHOICE STRS 200-300# CHOICE STRS 300-400S , CHOICE STRS 400-500# CHOICE STRS 500-600# CHOICE STRS 6OO-70O# CHOICE STRS 700-800# CHOICE STRS 800-900# CHOICE STRS 900-1000 CHOICE STRS 1000# CHOICE HFRS 200-30O# 64.88 62.57 56.80 150.78 132.04 119.00 106.30 101.58 99.35 97.50 92.80 81.52 118.99 53.50-80.50 55.50-70.50 49.00-65 00 100.00-186 00 98.00-170.00 91.00-141.00 86.00-114.50 80.00-106 00 74.50-103.50 89.00-100 50 88.50-94 50 76.00-88 00 108.00 -138 00 CHOICE HFRS300-400#..... 116.00 96.00-129 00 CHOICE HFRS 400-500# CHOICE HFRS 500-600^ CHOICE HFRS 600-700# CHOICE HFRS 700-800# CHOICE HFRS 800-900# CHOICE HFR 900-1300 HOLSTRS500-600# HOLSTRS700-800# HOL STRS 800-1000# 112.00 107.50 98.00 94.00 88.63 85.52 80.66 71.68 73.76 88.50-11950 83.25-110.50 94.00 -101 00 86.00 - 97 75 74.00-94 25 72.00-92.50 74.50-83 50 67.25-73.00 72.50-74.00 MONROE—It was a tale of two halves. After falling behind early to South Sevier Friday, the Gunnison High School football team kicked its game up a notch in the second half for an impressive 19-8 victory. After a scoreless first quarter, the Rams got the first.points of the game, stopping Gunnison in the end zone and collecting a safety. Still in the second. South Sevier capped off a drive with a 4-yard touchdown run to give the leam an early 8-0 lead. But the Bulldogs came out fired up in the second half. *'It was either win or go home," senior Taylor Ashton said. "Nobody wanted to go home." Ashton and Chad Satterfield controlled the ground in the second half behind an offense line that "was opening up holes like you wouldn't believe," Ashton said. Satterfield put Gunnison on (See "Bulldogs" on A9) Taylor Ashton's running was a key to the Bulldogs' win. By Doug Johnson Staff writer PRICE—Senior Matt Jacobson led North Sanpete to a 42-18 win over the Carbon Dinos to put the Hawks into the 3A football playoffs for the 11th straight year. Jacobson threw for three touchdowns and scored a fourth on defense. Jacobson teamed up with tight end Russ Christensen for scoring passes of 12 and 36 yards and hit wide out Austin Revoir on a 53yard bomb in the third quarter for the Hawks' longest play of the season. Three minutes before halftime, Jacobson, playing cornerback on defense, picked off a pitch in midair and raced 57 yards for a score. Rushing touchdowns by Teejay Clawson and Anthony Rivera helped give North Sanpete a 27-6 lead at halftime. Clawson opened the scoring from 12 yards out midway through the first quarter, and Rivera bulled his way in from the 2 early in the second. Clawson led all rushers with 105 yards on only eight carries. Jacobson was only 3-of-5 passing for 101 yards, but all three completions went for scores. Carbon scored on a 68-yard pass from Willie Hill to J.J. Blue midway through the second quarter. The Dinos also put two scores on the board against the Hawks' defensive reserves on an eight-yard run by Davey Cox and a 1-yard plunge by Hill. North Sanpete. 2-7 overall, will now travel to Garland, near the Idaho border, to challenge the Bear River Bears, the champions of Region 11, in the first round of the (See "Hawks" on A9) Hard-working Templars fall to Beaver, 14-36 Manti will not make semi-final game for first time in eight years By Bob Bahlmann Staff writer BEAVER—All season long, the Manti Templars have played hard, but came up short. Last Friday, the Templars seemed to lack enthusiasm for the first time as they were eliminated from post-season play with a 14-36 loss to Beaver. On Beaver's second play of the game, running back Garrett Eyre ran over Manti's defense for a 79-yard touchdown that look the wind out of the Templars* sails. Manli did get the engine running a couple of times during the game, they just couldn't get it out of first gear. Beaver scored three unanswered touchdowns on three possessions before Tyler Thomson intercepted a Beaver pass for the first Templar defensive stop near the end of the first half. (See "Manti" on A9) WWW.CLICK4SPORTS.NET Griffin Aste struggles against a Beaver running back. The Beavers put up 261 rushing yards against the Templars It's Not Politics... Experience Leadership Service Commitment Experience Service Kristine has the experience to be County Clerk. She possesses the work ethic, integrity and organization skills to get the job done. • County Clerk 1989 to present • Conducting Sanpete County Elections • Electronic Voting Equipment Training Gems I & II • Implementing Utah Election Laws • Vista Training for Utah Voter Registration Data Base • Court Management and Auditing Procedures • Jury Management Training • Passport Acceptance Agent Training • Business License Training • Utah Local Govt. Planning Training • Records Management Training Sanpete County has invested time and money in Kristine through extensive training in her position as County Clerk and she works diiigentiy to make sure you get a good return on your investment. Kristine knows the importance of good public service. She has developed a multi-tasked, cross-trained office team that provides prompt and efficient service to the public. Kristine never forgets who it is she works for. Kristine cares about the public she serves because at the end of the day the people served are the same people she sees at the grocery store or the movie theatre. Sanpete County is more than a job, it is her home. Leadership Kristine has a record of accomplishment. She has helped to provide effective, government in Sanpete County and in the State of Utah. Kristine gives Sanpete a voice and influence in Utah and on a national level. Working in leadership positions has taught Kristine the most important thing that she can do is listen to everyone so that her decisions mirror their concerns. Commitment Kristine cares and is committed to the good of all citizens of Sanpete County. Obtained $20,000 grants for Voter Outreach to educate citizens on new voting equipment and procedures. Obtained $50,000 grants for Poll Place Accessiblity to pave parking at Ftn. Green City Hall, Spring City Hall, new sidewalk at Fairview Senior Citizens Center and Manti Armory, handrail for Mayfield City Hall and several automatic door openers. Kristine is committed to making information more available to the public through the County Clerk's website, to include publishing public meeting minutes. Kristine believes in Sanpete County and in its peopie. She remains committed to maintaining and improving the lifestyle we all enjoy. RE-ELECT KRISTINE FRISCHKNECHT SfiNPETE COUNTY CLERK N O V . 7 — PAIDPOLITICALAD- |