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Yep, I'm with you! Unfortunately, due to family comittments I could not make it there this year. Last year was a blast though, and I'm sure they had a good time this weekend. I want to see a post with stories & pics!! S.

I'm planning on being there, Allen! I haven't been to an ADA meeting in a couple of years, but this one is VERY important IMO..... Just to be clear, this meeting is specifically to address the bill that was proposed and to clarify ADA's position on the bill & AZSFW, I think. Is that your understanding? S.

VERY cool!!!!! So glad that she had a good hunt! No greater happiness than hunting with the little ones!! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

I find it interesting that there are some who are "demanding" a position of the ADA.Lance has specified that he has never been a member...and yet he "demands" a position. Really? The process that any organization should follow is to carefully review their policies as well as their support on a continuing basis. I have invited folks to attend our meeting, but instead it appears that we (ADA) have to state our position first and then you "Might" come to our meeting. For the record, the ADA will not be pulling out of the AZSFWC. That group had no dog in the HB2072 fight and it would not be wise to remove ourselves from that group. There are 13 other groups that have not pulled out and some are waiting to hear more before a determination is made. As far as the AZSFW is concerned, that group has done what I consider to be some good solid work on behalf of sportsmen over the years. Your opinion may be different... that is your right. When the board has had an opportunity to listen to all the people who want to speak, and heard the response from the AZSFW, then and only then should we as a board make a decision. The tactics that have been utilized from the select group on the CWT have been more bullying than anything else. Most of the readers have no idea what work the ADA does. I am responding at a request from Amanda regarding the "demands". Show up on Tuesday. make a point and then see where the ADA goes from there. JK So Bryan Waitman, Can you tell us all, does the ADA still support the AZSFW and their lobbyist? I think it would be helpful to know this before the meeting?? Really? Look like a pretty big dog ($6187) to me. Board of Directors on the AZSFWC: President/Chairman - Jim Unmacht Secretary/Treasurer - Alan Hamberlin Director - Eddy Corona Director - Joe Del Re Director - Floyd Green Director - Charlie Kelly Director - John Koleszar Director - Jerry Nelson Director - Mark Nuessle Director - Art Pearce Director - Brian Pinney Director - Shane Stewart Director - Gary Stinson Director - Robert Thomas The AZ Secretary of State keeps records on all political contributions. This is from the Jerry Weiers 2012 political committee. The same Jerry Weiers who proposed HB2072. These contributions totalling over $6000 were all made on December 16, 2011. 3 weeks before this emergency bill was created/made public. Coincidence? Maybe some of these names look familiar? CORONA, EDWARD 12/16/2011 $100.00 DENHAM, CHRISTOPHER 12/16/2011 $250.00 Evenson, Jared 12/16/2011 $424.00 GILSTRAP, HAYS 12/16/2011 $200.00 GREEN, FLOYD 12/16/2011 $400.00 HAMBERLIN, ALAN 12/16/2011 $174.00 HAMBERLIN, DEBORAH 12/16/2011 $424.00 Hamberlin, Ryan 12/16/2011 $424.00 HICKMAN, BILL 12/16/2011 $200.00 HICKMAN, CLINTON 12/16/2011 $200.00 HICKMAN, GLENN 12/16/2011 $200.00 HICKMAN, LISA 12/16/2011 $200.00 HICKMAN SILVA, SHARMAN 12/16/2011 $200.00 HULM, TODD 12/16/2011 $50.00 Katz, Andy 12/16/2011 $424.00 KELLY, CHARLES 12/16/2011 $150.00 KING, RHONDA 12/16/2011 $35.00 KINNEY, DONNA 12/16/2011 $424.00 KOLESZAR, JOHN 12/16/2011 $100.00 MAGURA, JACK 12/16/2011 $410.00 MARVIN, J.W. 12/16/2011 $100.00 Mings, Brian 12/16/2011 $424.00 NELSON, KAREN 12/16/2011 $50.00 Pearce, Arthur 12/16/2011 $424.00 Stinson, L Gary 12/16/2011 $50.00 Thomas, Bob 12/16/2011 $50.00 UNMACHT, JAMES 12/16/2011 $100.00 I removed addresses and occupations $6187 to buy off a politician for millions in tags every year for perpetuity. Quite resourceful! I wonder if they will get their money back, or demand performance? Did you ask for you $100 back? I must say, it looks kind of strange and/or VERY coincedental that all of those parties happened to donate on the exact same day. Maybe that is just the date that the donations were officially recorded, but non the less, it is pretty obvious..... KRP, thanks for posting the pics reminding folks what the ADA does for kids. For anyone who has worked a youth camp, there is really nothing better, IMO..... S.

Wow! Some of you guys have some LONG tenure on me! My grandpa imigrated to the US (legally..... ) from Norway in the early 1900's, and dad migrated from Missouri to AZ after WW2 as a young engineer/geologist. Only a single generation native here, but proud to be raising my kids in the great state of AZ! S.

Thanks for posting the story for Pete, Doug! Nice re-cap of an apparently amazing hunt! What a great buck and what a great smile on Jackson's face!! :) Said it before, and I'll say it again. There is absolutely NOTHING like hunting with kids! S.

Happy B-day AZ, indeed!!! Out of curiosity, who is a native of the state. I am! Proud to say that I'm the native son of an AZ copper miner! (Born and raised in Kearny!) Any other natives out there? S.

Yep, I used it too! Submitted my application for archery elk, and the kids for junior hunts yesterday. I agree that it was pretty easy. Also nice that it auto-fills name/address based on your birthday/hunter-id. I know that for some, the idea of 'on-line apps' a bit controversial but I personally like it very much! Good luck to all!!!!! S.

WOW! Awesome first (or ANY) succesful elk hunt! Backstrap party, indeed!!! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

I missed this thread when originally posted, but I'll vouch for it now. I lost my soft-case for my Swaro 15X56's while archery hunting in the fall of 2010. (Truth be told, I used the soft case for a 'butt pad' while glassing, then left it on the rock when I walked away..... Pinon/Juniper country and I never was able to find the tree I was sitting next to, so they were lost to the deer hunting gods....) That being said, I went into Outdoorsmans last summer inquiring about a replacement case for my Swaros. I found this one made by Alaska Guide, and bought it. I purchased the Olive color, as opposed to camo. It's been a good case. I was basically looking for a case to provide some cushion/protection for my binos since I lost the original soft case. Seems like a well built 'after market' product, and I've been happy with it. S.

I have the Just One, plus the extra duffle. Awesome for multi-day backpacking. Also have one of the Gunrunners for day use. Both are great. One of the things I like the most is the rifle scabbard. I'm a huge Eberlestock fan. Never had the need to contact them for customer service yet, but counting on it if/when I need it. S.

Is it sold yet? Where do you reside??? S.

That is one of the most AWESOME 'dog' pics that I have ever seen on this site! LOVE IT! I fell in love with Vizsla's many years ago, and hence tend to lean that way. You might have just turned me though..... Thanks for sharing the pic! Trotsky, good luck finding a pup. Looks like you have a couple of good leads! S.

Awesome Amanda! Looks like a good one! As you know, I had a pop-up for several years and the kids & I got some good use out of it! Doug brought-up a good question. You can get a little extra clearance with the axles flipped. Joeeden also brought-up a VERY good point. Those little suckers really chew the tires up! Check your tires regularly, and carry spares! They are pretty cheap to buy, and you will be happier in the long run (especially on long trips) if you have more than a single spare. A few years ago, I found myself with TWO blow-outs/flats on the way home from our annual Utah camping trip. Luckily, the second one happened just outside of Flagstaff so I was able to run into town for a replacement! Finally, I found over time that it was nice to be up off of the ground (with a gas stove inside for warmth!), but storage and 'move around/dressing' space can be limited in a pop-up. When the kids and I would go on long trips, I took to putting-up a 4 man dome tent right next to the pop-up to use as a changing/clothing area. Seemed like with four of us in the trailer (even though it was a large Coleman) it just got really crowded with all of our gear, etc. Either way, I'm sure you two will enjoy it! Best, S.

AWESOME!!!! VERY AWESOME!! Two great lions! That first one is a brute!!! Thanks for sharing! S.

Awesome story and a great buck! VERY cool that your son was there for the fun! Thanks for sharing with the site. S.

Holy WOW!!! Awesome!!! BTW, didn't you used to shoot a long bow, Andy? Still packing that on occasion? Just curious because that was so uncommon..... Sincere congrats on an amazing buck!! S.

Cheaters, spying, hot model wifes calling out players, winning too much...... Who really cares??? It's a GAME/Business, and I get a little bit of entertainment out of it. Good enough for me..... I just wanted to see a good game, and I did!! S.

Hey Doug! I'll be out towards Florence/Kearny early tomorrow morning chasing Gambels! Good luck to you and Rica! S.

Lark, my dad worked at a mine in New Guinea for a couple years. He brought home some of those gourds and gave them away to family and friends. Quite a uniqu item. By the way, mine is the biggest gourd! Kinda gives new meaning to the term are you outta your gourd. Yikes! Hate to admit it, but I have one of those gourds too, Pine Donkey! lol A buddy of mine worked at the big Rio Tinto operation in New Guinea / Indonesia several years ago (He's now CFO for the Kennecott - Bingham Canyon operation in SLC....) and brought it back to me as a 'keep-sake'..... Wonder if it was the same pit your dad worked at? That is one CRAZY pointed gourd! lol S.

Great write-up and pics, Phil! Congrats on a great time with friends!! S. PS: I think I enjoyed the pics of that FOOD as much as the scenery! Looks like you all ate well!

AWESOME!!! Good for Taylor! There is absolutely nothing like hunting with your children!! Thanks for sharing with the site. S.

Hmmm...... Hacked or spammers getting ready to unleash a barrage of advertisements..... Thanks for the heads-up. I'll check it out. S.

Wow! That's cool! I've never goose hunted, but it seems like it would be fun! Congratulations on a great day of hunting, and thanks for sharing with the site! S.

Elkaddict has a good point. Maybe talk to a dealer? Take them into a dealer, and maybe they have a contact at Swarvski or some kind of a 'back door' into their Swaro's customer service department? Worth a try, maybe! Sincerely, good luck! S.