Just as an idea to support what GB said, I start bidding (yes it's competitive) October 1, at work, for EVERY day off I plan for the year of 2008. Now lets see some of you guys figure out in Oct, everything you plan on doing and everywhere you plan on going for all of next year.
I have to bid for specific days, not just generalization. I realize mine is an extreme case, but it's also why I don't hunt much or apply for special hunts. I never know till it's too late if I can get the time off. I'm forced to retire in 18 months and have never looked forward to anything more. Time will be MINE!
Anyway, I'd love to attend something like this with you guys, but I doubt it could happen.