Alternate Tag Process
Every year hundreds of tags are returned to the Department prior to the start of the season. Most of these returned tags are not reissued. In an effort to give more hunters the opportunity to hunt big game, the process was changed last year.
During the online application process an applicant will affirm their willingness to be an alternate and accept an alternate tag by marking a check-off box on each species they are applying for.
For example: When someone applies for an antelope tag, they will be able to check a box that affirms “If I am unsuccessful I will accept an alternate tag if it becomes available and (the/ my) charge card will be charged immediately.”
If you are unsuccessful in drawing an antelope tag you are then automatically placed on the alternate list for the choices on your application. To learn more check out NAC 502.4175 Application for tag or bonus point; fees (Page 13).
I think that answers the question. Only your initial application choices are applicable.
I always check the Alternate box!
Good luck, Robb
Happens to the best of us!
RETURNING TAGS
If a big game tag holder chooses to return their tag for any reason, in order for the tag to be reissued to an alternate applicant in the same hunt year, the tag must be returned no later than 14 business days prior to the opening day of the season for that tag.
