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Colorado’s draw system is changing, point creep is accelerating, and hunters need to rethink their strategy for elk, sheep, goat, and moose in the coming years. In this episode, Cliff sits down with Jimmy Oswald to break down the current outlook for Colorado hunting ahead of the upcoming draw. They start by discussing Colorado’s unusually dry winter and what historically low snowpack could mean for wildlife, habitat conditions, and the upcoming hunting season. While winter conditions matter, they explain why summer moisture and fire season will ultimately have a bigger impact on elk behavior and hunting success. The conversation then shifts to major changes coming to Colorado’s draw system. Beginning in 2028, half of the available tags will move from a pure preference point system to a weighted lottery. Jimmy explains why this change is already affecting hunter behavior and why point creep could spike in the next few draws as high-point holders rush to use their points. Toward the end of the episode, Jimmy shares insights on sheep, goat, and moose draw strategy, including which units he currently likes and how herd dynamics and tag allocations affect trophy potential. Chapter 1 – 0:00 Elk Don’t Only Live at 11,000 Feet Chapter 2 – 0:20 Colorado Draw Deadlines and Episode Overview Chapter 3 – 2:02 Colorado’s Extremely Dry Winter and Snowpack Chapter 4 – 12:14 How Weather and Fire Season Could Impact Hunting Chapter 5 – 16:18 Colorado Tag Changes and Hunting Opportunity Chapter 6 – 42:20 2028 Preference Point Changes and Point Creep Chapter 7 – 58:24 Lower Elevation Elk Hunting and Draw Strategy Chapter 8 – 1:15:28 Sheep, Goat, and Moose Draw Strategy Follow Jimmy at https://www.lksoutfitters.com/ #pursuitwithcliff #hunting #elkhunting #muledeerhunting #backpackhunting #adventure #selfreliance #pursuitwithcliff - -- FOLLOW CLIFF on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cliffgry/ Professional Hunting Gear Designed by Cliff: https://store.pursuitwithcliff.com/ Hunts/Seminars: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/experiences/ Pursuit With Cliff Podcast and Interviews of Cliff: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/ SUBSCRIBE TO CLIFF'S MEMBERSHIP GROUP (FREE and Paid Options, 1,000+ Members, 90+ Hours of Content): https://pursuitwithcliff.com/membership/ Cliff's Gearlist and Discount Codes: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/gear-list/ (The links below are affiliate links. They do not change your pricing, but they do give me a small commission. Buying through these links is a great way to support the content I produce. Thanks!) Tricer Tripods, Bipods and Glassing Heads - CLIFFG for 10% off - https://tricer.com/discount/CLIFFG Duckworth Wool (The simple wool hoody and light jackets I wear in many videos.) - CLIFF for 20% off - https://www.duckworthco.com/products/mens-powder-hoody https://www.duckworthco.com/collections/woolcloud Invader Concepts Chest Holster - CLIFFG for 10% off - https://invaderconcepts.com/?ref=CLIFFGRAY Kifaru - The packs Cliff has used for 15+ years - https://alnk.to/fws0FRH UnCharted Supply - CLIFFG 10% Off - https://alnk.to/7X5f0pq Cliff’s OnX Maps DISCOUNT: SAVE 20% — CODE: CLIFFG https://www.OnXMaps.com Biltong Depot - https://biltongdepot.com/?ref=CLIFFGRAY - Code CLIFFGRAY for 10% off WATCH MORE FROM CLIFF: Hunting Skillsets - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDQM1niPWMJcklqBsHtACuz4 E-Scouting Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDRIDoAIOJB82bUBH9jTyi89 Hunting Gear - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDQj1O54HxR9h9Ttd9UUiqN6 Glassing - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDRuV2AOzDf_NRb1u85C-DgO Catch, Clean, Cook Adventures - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDQYoRRfWdj20yBMZzTOsIiM Hunt Preparation and Logistics - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDQk-RfxKQiceG2BgIHhHfLK Hunting Horseback - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDTVUjfwEsQEtjK3U-cxIoEw Marksmanship - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDTNHCv_4aFryW_0rSyGN0uV Wildlife Tracking - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJVWcO28moDSMc6YE0uOYFbSMA3qC1JZW