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I think in my opinion only, it boils down to what makes you happy. I would imagine hunting with an outfit would be alot of fun with like minded guys and gals hanging out in the hills. I agree going out of state it would be helpful. Myself I would use outfits in certain situations but most of the time I would just DIY. I enjoy the research and scouting and knowing I did the work. There was a recent video of a hunt for a monster and it was all the outfitters guys like 6 of them doing all the work and then the hunter shows up with cash and spends 2 days and bam trophy. That is not appealing to me but I can certainly see where it would be to some. I would rather take my cash and spend more time in the hills. Some people just want the reward and not the work. Maybe they just never got both the work and reward to realize thats even better. I like the idea of going out of state and being packed into a camp then hunting on my own from there, I think that would be a way I would use outfitters. I too wish azgf would allow outfitters to work outside of guides. I would pack guys into camps of their choice from time to time for little cash but thats a cost of 1500. a year plus forest fees just for me to do that. To me hunting is just that, hunt and find the game and take it. Not call up a crew of guys and have them do it for me. I see the validity in its a ounce in a lifetime sheep tag you better get a guide, well I say you should have spent the last 30 years scouting while waiting for that tag if you really wanted to "hunt" sheep. Like I said whatever makes you happy but I can tell you from being new at this, when I scout and find good areas and animals I am on top of the world.

Did my daughters tuesday and no issues. Who knows?

I have been seeing alot more as well, online stores had them on sale over the weekend and I have 1000, coming not on backorder. Seems to be turning the corner somewhat. I have not been looking for reloading stuff lately though.

Ah hes back good deal, if you make it here for Jan you should have some great spots. Keep my PM and let me know.

Looks like a great trip with Dad. Dirt bikes rock!

Ooops, Jacky saw the add, if she calls just play like you dont speak english. I vote I pack that little mare, I wont need a step stool like with my mule.

For a guy with 3 posts there is some great advise. I sent a PM with no response so I say if this guy doesnt jump back in soon I will be dumping my advise!!!! Like Edge said he follows through, something to be said for that.

Deadline to apply for spring draw is Oct. 14, 2014 As the Oct. 14 deadline approaches to apply for spring 2015 hunts for turkey, javelina, buffalo and bear, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has been receiving questions from constituents asking if they need to buy "a 2015 hunting license" in order to apply for the spring 2015 draw. With the establishment of the new license structure this year, licenses (other than short-term licenses) are now valid for one year rather than just for the calendar year. Therefore, to apply for a draw you now only need a "valid" hunting license or combination hunt/fish license, as long as that license is valid as of the deadline for that draw. If you already bought your license this year, it most likely will satisfy the license requirement in order to apply for the spring 2015 draw. Check the dates of your current license. If you haven't yet purchased a license this year, you'll need to buy one either online, at a Game and Fish office, at an authorized license dealer, or through the draw process at the time you’re applying for the draw. Keep in mind, however, that you need to have a valid license when you are in the field for your hunt. If your current license expires before your hunt, you'll need to purchase a new license before you go on your hunt. As an example, if you bought your license from a license dealer on Jan. 1, 2014, it would be valid for 365 days and would therefore be valid when you apply this year for the 2015 spring draw. However, if you are drawn and your hunt is in mid February 2015, you'll need to buy a new license before you go out on your hunt (or for that matter, if you want to do any hunting after the expiration of your existing license). In the past, when all licenses expired at the end of the calendar year, sportsmen who applied for spring hunts were accustomed to purchasing their next year's license in advance. Hunters will now need to remember when their license expires. It is the hunter's responsibility to make sure that they have a valid license any time they go hunting. One way to make the process easier is to get on a yearly cycle of purchasing a new license. If you don't already have your hunting or combo license but need to buy one, licenses are valid for one year, but there are different options depending on how you buy your license: If you buy your license from a license dealer or through the online draw application process, your start date (the date your license becomes valid) will be the date you purchase the license. If you buy your license through the paper draw application process, your start date will be the published deadline date for that draw. If you buy your license separately at www.azgfd.gov/eservices/licenses.shtml or from a Game and Fish office, you can name your own start date up to 60 days beyond the date you purchase it, and it will be valid for one year from that date. (If you already have a license and want to buy a new one, you can buy it 60 days prior to the expiration of your existing license and request the start day to run consecutively after the expiration of your existing license. As an example, anyone who bought their license on or with a start date of Jan. 1, 2014, would be able to buy their new license as early as Nov. 1, 2014 and designate the start date as Jan. 1, 2015.) Copies of the 2015 Spring Turkey, Javelina, Buffalo and Bear Hunt Draw Information booklet are available at license dealers, at Game and Fish offices, or online at www.azgfd.gov/draw. For more information about the draw, visit www.azgfd.gov/draw.

Looks like some highly motivated individuals putting it togeather. Very nice. I had an off week and didn't workout until Friday. Made a 4 miler then packed up for 3 days at sheep's crossing with 6 teenagers. I am so sore I had to sit down to put my socks on. Many miles hiking and jogging miXxed in with several miles of kayak paddling and even a few rope swings. You name it we did it. Now for a long Monday at work and let's see if I can talk the body into a short run tonight.

Nice Job love to see the horses working.

I see your selling off horse flesh so you can afford a mule. Ha Ha kidding, hope my daughter doesn't see this she still is talking about that paint of yours. If I didnt just buy her new tires I would have jumped on this.

Important information for hunters regarding road closures in southeastern Arizona Sept. 30, 2014 Hunters and others engaging in outdoor recreation in southeastern Arizona are advised to be aware of (1) a road closure in Game Management Unit 32 in the Klondyke area, and (2) temporary storm-related closures of some roads and recreation sites in the Chiricahua Mountains (Game Management Unit 29). (1) Closure of Long Hollow Road access point in GMU 32 -- Klondyke area Due to a change in private land ownership in the area, there is no longer public access to State Trust lands or Forest Service lands through the Long Hollow Road access point (near Klondyke) in Game Management Unit 32. (2) Temporary road and recreation site closures in Chiricahua Mountains (GMU 29) due to storm damage Due to damage from recent storms, the Coronado National Forest has temporarily closed some roads and recreation sites for public safety reasons in the Chiricahua Mountains in Game Management Unit 29. Below is a news release that was issued on Sept. 26 by the Coronado National Forest: TUCSON, AZ (September 26, 2014) -- Some roads and recreation sites located on the Douglas Ranger District of the Coronado National Forest are being temporarily closed due to damage related to recent storms in the area. The affected areas lie within the Chiricahua mountain range. The following recreation sites are temporarily closed to human entry: Idlewilde Campground Stewart Campground Sunny Flat Campground John Hands Day Use Area Herb Martyr Day Use Area National Forest System Road 42 from Pinery Administrative Site to Paradise is open to vehicular traffic. Motorists are advised to use caution and observe signs posted for safety purposes. National Forest System Road 42 from the Cave Creek Visitor Center to the closure gate located approximately ½ mile northwest of the Southwestern Research Station, is closed to vehicular traffic, open to pedestrians and bicyclists. The following are temporarily closed: National Forest System Roads 42A (Herb Martyr Road) and 42E (South Fork Road). National Forest System Roads 314 and 685. National Forest System Roads 74E, 628, 4243, 4244, 4245, 4246, 4248, and 7181. Some areas will be gated, others posted with signs. Copies of the Special Closure Orders and maps will be posted at closed areas, available at the Douglas Ranger District Office, and posted on the Coronado National Forest website. The areas are closed to allow for public safety in the Chiricahua Mountains after recent flood events caused significant road damage and erosion concerns. Closures will remain in effect until September 22, 2015, or until rescinded, whichever event occurs first. Reports indicate that saturated soils and runoff debris are present in many areas of the Chiricahua Mountains. Motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists are urged to use extreme caution while in the area, and are advised that even small amounts of precipitation may result in flash flooding. Alternative recreation sites on the Douglas Ranger District are currently open. Rustler Park Campground can be reached by National Forest System Road (NFSR) 42. At 8,500 feet in elevation, 22 campsites can accommodate tents or trailers up to 22 feet in length. On the west side of the Chiricahuas, Sycamore Campground can be reached on NFSR 41. The campground sits at 6,200 feet in elevation, with eight camp sites which can accommodate tents or trailers up to 16 feet in length. Also on the west side of the Chiricahuas, Camp Rucker Group Site can be accessed by NFSR 74. At 5,600 feet in elevation, 11 campsites are available that can accommodate tents and trailers up to 16 feet in length. In the Dragoon Mountains, Cochise Stronghold can be accessed by NFSR 84. At 5,000 feet, 12 camp sites can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet in length. Drinking water and electricity are not available at the sites. For further information, please contact the Douglas Ranger District Office at (520) 364-3468 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Read the Forest Service news release on the Coronado National Forest website.

Very nice congrats.

Short and sweet. Congrats.

Just dry humor since you are very specific. Free bump. I actually have a 90 Tacoma I may be selling in a few weeks. Its my daily driver and hunt truck. I will let you know when I decide on a new truck

if you had a tag and had the cash who would be you outfitter? in contact with dc outfitters already but looking for options of course. i wish it was my tag but it for a freind.

Wow. I would hate to be the guy selling you a couch.

Ouch.

I may have heard scope to the forhead. I didn't get a lot of details.

Ok I wont hold out. I hear a 700 plus shot with 338 cal

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Well its all over on this hunt unit 27 early rifle and DC did a good job, this was my bosses Sons hunt and he was on horseback every day and took a nice 370 class bull. It was not my hunt so no pics, sorry about that. I just wanted to complete the thread. I dont have much details just that they had a good time and the hunter was successful. Thanks DC.

Very nice. I am thing contestant #1 turns me on.

Nice meeting you and thanks for a great buy.

You have some good content but I dont like being forced to a different site. Just my menial Opinion.