fishtuff,

Changing your hunting method can lead to more stuff that you need to purchase, unless you have the equipment already. I have the equipment already and I bounce back and forth between archery, modern firearm, and muzzleloader seasons to keep things mixed up. This will force you in some cases to try different spots, times of the year, and learn new areas. Here are some other suggestions.

Try building up some points for special permits and then put in for units that are permit only. Some years your out with the regular yahoo's building points and some years it seems like the unit is all yours.

Maybe its time to change your perspective on hunting. Dont go to traditional areas where people hunt. Use the people to judge where the animals are (game animals dont like people). Use a map to judge where people will be hunting. Most guys dont travel more than a mile from there rig. Remember one mile parralel to the road is a lot different than one mile perpendicular to the road.

If you can afford the out of state tags, gas to get there, then D3's option is a great idea, but if you dont do your homework on the out of state hunt you can find yourself in the same position of crowded areas.