Well Gene, I didn't just pick a number out of a hat and say "Ok, I'll put in for area 55". As for researching an area, I know that 55 is directly NE of one of my favorite NV areas where I hunt deer, elk, and lions. I've heard good things about 55 so I put in and luckily drew a tag. I know how to hunt and I know how to scout and I rarely need help. I had 2 to 3 scouting trips planned before my hunt even starts there. Due to a change in my schedule I can't make them now. I now have 3 elk hunts, 2 of which I'll be guiding, and 6 deer hunts, 4 of which I'll be guiding. All starting this week. That's why I only have 3 days max like I stated in my original post. Sorry for the inconvenience of a chapped butt by asking for a point in the right direction.