And PMC, I had a counter for everything you brought up ----except the data you presented where you called the checking stations. That was some very good research. You caught me off guard with that one. Good Job! You need to e-mail BGG with the ones that you found were no longer check stations so they can take them off the list.

I was pleased to hear Overton and Jackson counties would be moving to Unit B. I guess those fruit baskets to the commissioners did work.

Pmc

Don't worry David, I was going to shoot holes through that as well...

Seriously, I have a feeling PMC used the old check station list when he called the check stations. As of March 31st (turkey opener) the check station list on the TWRA website had been directly linked to our main database. That means if a check station closes (and we are notified), it is reflected on the website instatntaneously. Also, prior to the meeting, I used the last issue of our Big Game Check Station Guide (2004) and had one of our employees go through the entire list and highlight all the check stations that closed at 6:00 pm or earlier. It was only 15% not 25%. Regardless of the number, I felt 15% was even too much.

Anyhow, I think the new 36-hour rule will alleviate the vast majority of complaints. I also like the check station problem idea on the web.

All-in-all PMC you did a great job and I really appreciate you sending your fact sheet in advance. I really think we'll see some positive changes to the system that will make checking in big game much easier.