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Came in expecting a saddle to ride pigs with. Leaving disappointed

Went out to a new spot today and glassed up a few nice bucks, my brother inlaw hit the wash below us while I was packing up and jumped about 40 he said and knocked down 3 of them. Also found a 100" + shed made the trip worth while

I bought another pair of razors guys. Thanks though.

Scouted for a month ahead of the season. Hunted for 13 days and finally everything came together. Tough hunt. Was hunting unit 8 and it was hot and dry. It was 85 the first 5 days and not much cooler after that. 81 yesterday. My son was supposed to be my helper but melted in the heat. I took him home after 5 days and was alone the rest of the way. Some of you will remember my dad passed away in May. This was the first time I went on a hunt without him. Emotional roller coaster for sure. Had many close calls and got a tip from a guy I met on a little hidden water spot. Sat there a couple days with no results other than antelope, mule deer, coyotes etc.. I did get several bulls on camera at night and it kept me coming back. I chased bugles around in between. After 12 days I was about wore out and decided for good or for bad, I was going to sit that spot until the end. Day 13 found me in the blind before daylight with bulls bugling all around. As luck would have it, part of the herd decided to come down the ravine to the water. The big bull pushed his way through the cows and into the water. 40 yards. He turned to broadside, I calmed myself, settled my pin and let it go. Hit him just a little high which brought on some nervous moments because he bled in his chest instead of leaving a blood trail. But I knew I hit him well and was confident he was dead. Made a circle and found him about halfway back. Not going to lie, I shed some tears. It was a long, physically and emotionally draining hunt for me. Then, I had no help. Did everything on my own. Told my wife, I can say I did it alone now, but I never want to do it again. A common theme with the bulls where I was hunting, was weak backs. Everyone thought it was from the drought. Not sure, but if this bull had backs to go with the ridiculous fronts, I can only imagine what he would have scored. All in all, I had a great hunt and met some good people. Was considering doing euro mount. Anyone have any suggestions of someone in Phoenix that is good, and reasonable? Almost done. Should have my hands on him soon. Can't wait to put a tape on him. Daniel Gradillas of Spot-N-Stalk Skullz holding him.

I have a couple items for sale 1. Cabelas 10x20 tent has been used quit a bit has a small tear and a small burn from a lantern asking $100 2. Ingersoll rand air impact brand new never been hooked up to air 450ft lb of torque asking $300 Please message me with questions and I can get you the info and pictures If needed.

My 12 daughter was able to harvest her first deer opening morning and my 16 year old son was able to harvest his 4th buck on the first day he was able to hunt due to school and a football game.

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Just wanted to share my 16 year old sister's success with ya'll. Put together this video to remember the hunt. There is a long boring dialogue at the beginning so you might want to skip to about 5:30. Forgive my amateur video skills. Headed out tomorrow with a tag in my pocket so we will see what happens! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_kaq-ZtYys - Bryson

2015 buck from Montana. 35 wide with a 12.5 in drop.

Come for the beer, stay for the bareback pig event.

I thought I'd see something I've never seen before... Good luck with the sale. Ed F

Looks great..

Had a stinky head so Rossislider's kid couldn't help me. Couldn't be happier with Daniel Gradillas of Spot-N-Stalk Skullz. He has sent me photos and kept me updated all the way. Some of his photos are definitely frame worthy. Just adds to the experience.

Im sure there will be some pockets of good hunting, but it’s gonna be a rough year for gambels. It’s a long season, so hopefully we can all find a few good spots. https://www.azgfd.com/quail-outlook-a-tough-season-ahead/

Well, I contacted Russ and he said it is true that they built a catchment/corral, but they haven't finished it yet. They are not likely to get it done this season., at least as far as I understood. That's where things are as far as live capture is concerned. The corral is in an area void of bison at the moment. I would guess, from the conversation. that live capture might be a ways off. Plus, he said, whether they shoot or capture the bison, the numbers removed will not have an impact on the hunt any time soon. He said the weather will be the biggest factor regarding the hunt. Russ said that the park/plateau has already had a few 6 inch snowfalls and animals are moving back and forth towards winter range. Another thing that I will pass along is that Russ would like to hear from people who are going to be cooperating with him on the hunt. He asked for me to text him which hunt/tag I have. He also asked for my phone number and email, because his wife has some information that she'll email. They would like to start coordinating soon, so I suspect that they would want to hear from all those who will cooperate with him for the bison hunt, If somebody wants a number to text him, message me and I'll get you the number.

Have some stihls and some husqis. I would put husqi over stihl currently

Husqvarna or stihl are both good. My saws are stihl and my yard equipment is husqvarna. Really no issues with either.

Were done!

Check out the areas behind Starlight pines and FR82.....lots of areas have access.

A welcome break from how we do it out west. One day I want to pick one out east

Haven't kept up with the thread lately but here is the buck I killed in November with a small drop tine