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Woke up to snow opening morning, but the birds were still talking. Got this big boy on Wednesday.

One of my buddies is opening a new gun store down here, figured I'd let you all know. Grand opening will be next month May 10 and 11. He's got a whole big stack of Rem 700s and a smaller stack of Sig Cross that he will be selling for killer deals. He's got a lot of unique stuff that I've never seen or heard of too. I'll bump the thread closer to the big opening. Lots of accessories as well.

Used on lots of hunts. This was my go to pack for about 3 or 4 seasons. It has a couple holes in the top of the bag and the bottom of the belt. Has the extra padded shoulder straps and I’ll throw in the original straps if I can find them. All buckles and zippers are operational. L/XL belt and L/X tall frame. Located in NW Peoria. Comes with water bottle holder and magnetic phone pouch. Pack has lots of life left. Kinda sad to let go of an old friend 🥲 Andy 602-881-0610

I was reading some replies to some newbie hunter questions that using birddogs in the field is illegal in off-season. Well, "Show Me" book, chapter and verse in the regulations. Now I agree, especially for Mearns which are not doing that well right now, it is a bad idea; but I want to see it in black and white and not someone's opinion. Following a rather extensive search, I did find something specific that you are not allowed to harass birds on the nest, but could find nothing really pertinent. And for all you "Karens" out there, unless you can provide a reference, don't bother. Feel free to start your own discussion on the merits of not using dogs in the field during off-season.

Browning Citori 725 Field 12 Gauge over/under with 28” barrel. Used for skeet shooting a couple times and now it just takes up room in my safe. Maybe has 2-300 rounds through it. Is in very good, like new condition. Comes with the three factory chokes and factory box. Located in Surprise near 303 and I-10. Looking to sell for 2k$ OBO Only trades I would consider would be for a Sig Sauer p229 Legion in 9mm or 45, or for a H&K USP in 45.

Looks like there has Been a decent sized shipment of primers. I was able to grab 215m's and 210m's. Prices aren't great but sub 200 for a thousand. Shooting bot has given me over 10 in stock alerts over the last 2 days

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Here is some reading material in regards to the original topic https://www.pheasantsforever.org/BlogLanding/Blogs/Pheasants-Forever/Help-Keep-Bird-Dog-Pressure-Away-from-Spring-Nesting-Season.aspx?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABpvihvPEouRD0TCNtvshF6UBoW_MhzajlJRrkat03MQEVRHy2r4UazhZMug_aem_AVU74YH0Q7BzaO7GmW-4MmOWDANOc2a0xxVKebBR9u3MC7uzX6XLyyG1fpEvssBnujA

I appreciate all of the responses. At this time, I have a deal in the works and a back up option, both within my budget.

I just upgraded from my Mathews Reezen 7.0 to a Mathews V3X with a Tetra Max RYZ X3 sight for my bull hunt. Bow is incredibly smooth and very happy with it thus far. I will have my Reezen as a back up just in case knowing that it is dialed in and ready to go. I am going to start working on getting the sight dialed in this weekend. It is a lot different compared to what I am used to. I am used to a 7 pin that doesn't adjust so it will be a process. Does anyone have any knowledge with the tetra max sight or tips they are willing to share to get it dialed in? I also changed arrows to the Victory RIP TKO and paired it to the Iron Will Wide bevel broadheads with bleeders. I am interested to see how they perform but have only heard good things from my buddies that switched over to them. any input on the sight and arrows would be good to have. Looking forward to chasing bulls in 3A/3C this september.

It's going to be interesting to see how the jr hunts in unit 1 & 27 turn out. From what I've heard access is going to be super tough.

Dude , recently lost a 14-year-old plot hound. You are really tugging at my heart strings.

From what I understand they are mostly feeding on vegetation this time of year. Permanent water sources in isolated canyons seem to be the key. 5-7000 ft range. Oak and juniper country below the pines. At least that's the impression I'm getting. Just started looking for them last spring so I'm no expert.

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Currently trying to poach my grandson for that weekend to see if we can go find a gobbler, the youth turkey tag is one of the best................

Those should be mini-30s