If you wrote a personal check that will be your first indication when it gets cashed. They will also update the portal (eventually) to show a FCFS tag and your hunt #. They will mail back your payment and application if they ran out of tags for your selections. Usually they cash the check within...
I think the deer tags are likely going to draw the most interest. A rifle tag during the rut in the southern units is a true gem.
They are pretty upfront that is is a money maker. My thought is they are trying to get ahead of any revenue losses they will see from what they are about to do to...
Congrats and good luck to you on the Goulds!
I drew the early June hunt 6/10-22. I'll have a shorter window to get it done, but won't have to fight the snow. From what I hear this hunt can be a great lesson in patience for sure!