Idaho Fish & Game moved the Summit dates back to August 24-26, 2012, due to complaints from archery hunters who were upset that the Summit had initially been planned on the opening weekend of archery season.
But the Summit's very own intention was to garner discussion with the public about the IF&G's mandate. The initial dates were simply poor planning. The complaints were the reason the dates were moved back.
Unfortunately, archery hunters are now complaining that the earlier dates that are now set are when they are in the woods scouting for elk prior to the season. That weekend will not work either. Just kidding.
You can read the IF&G's press statement on the matter here.
You can read the IF&G's press statement on the matter here.
Good move, IF&G.
