Wyoming pending I draw. Hunting with bow first. If not successful will head back with rifle. Just patiently waiting for the draw. Was lots nicer in previous years. We would have known by now.
I don't see an issue with hunting that same area in the off season. I call coyotes in most all of my normal deer spots. I would not once deer season starts.
I am from Nebraska and have hunted Iowa one time with my bow. Saw lots of deer and but did not get a chance at a shooter. I will be going back when I get enough points to draw. For whitetail Iowa would be the only state I would go to hunt. Western states for a big mulie is on my list too.
Slick Trick for me also. Shoot 100 grain mag heads. Have never had a reason to try something else. Have harvested deer, elk, turkey, and 6 animals from Africa.
I drove the haul road in 2015 to get to my air service out of Happy Valley. Did not see many from the road but did not ever get off the road. I really enjoyed my fly in hunt. Like Nick said can be hit or miss on whatever you decide. I too am trying to plan a return trip to Alaska. Good Luck...
Uninsulated works the best for me. Use my Tibets all year round. Even use them calling coyotes in below zero temps. Anytime I am walking/hunting I wear them.
I have the S4 gear and currently looking to upgrade as the straps are getting stretched out. Looking at Kuiu Pro. Waiting for them to be available online again.