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Outstanding!!!! Tried to edit your original post, and didn't think it worked so now there are double pics. Congrats!!!

VERY awesome!! Ummm.... Three spot & stalk archery bear kills?? Nice! S.

Antelope green chili and bacon-jalapeno dove wraps, frozen, sealed, and ready for deer camp this year!

I've had a FoodSaver for several years. Primarily use it around hunting season.... You've gotten some good tips here. For sure, the point about moisture and/or wet food is important. The dryer the better, in my experience. Also the tip about freezing things first, then sealing. I made a big ol' batch of Green Chili on Monday with the trimmings & neck meat from my son's antelope (Fresh Hatch Chilis! Yum!). I basically have frozen portions of the green chili in 2 & 4 serving Tupperware type of containers. Sometime this week I will remove it from the container like a big chunk of ice, and vacuum seal it. Works great. Our hunting buddies will be loving it in deer camp this year. As far as reheating, for me it depends. On the green chili for example, I'll simply take it out of the bag and slow thaw/heat in a sauce pan. For other items, full prepared meals, etc. the boil in the bag option works great! Also, there are some quickie helper videos of tips & tricks on Youtube that you might check-out. Good luck!! S.

Really wish I had some cash burning a hole in my pocket! Those are SWEET rifles!! Good luck selling! S.

my vest was in the truck (back seat) smelt it the day before but thought it was some Mexican I didn't finish from the day before (I eat lunch in my truck too) wife smelt it and made me clean all my hunting crap out of the back seat. dang dove was growing maggots!!! I threw the vest away and now keep the truck clean! Emberssing moment for sure. my vest was in the truck (back seat) smelt it the day before but thought it was some Mexican I didn't finish from the day before (I eat lunch in my truck too) wife smelt it and made me clean all my hunting crap out of the back seat. dang dove was growing maggots!!! I threw the vest away and now keep the truck clean! Emberssing moment for sure. Zombie doves!!!!! Been there, done that!!!

Ha! Yep, you know it was funny. As we were driving out, Kade commented that at least the rain would be good for how dry the ranch was. I'm thinking they likely get plenty of rain, but due to the geography/geology of that particular area it just runs-off and/or soaks-in quickly. That white rock (limestone, caliche, whatever it is) seems to get dry in a hurry after a rain storm.

Thanks! Ha! Yep, good point regarding the camo. Actually though, we were wearing camo for the morning hunt. We shed the camo at lunch because we were literally soaking wet from the sun/humidity. Were letting the camo air out a bit at lunch and didn't put it back on yet when he walked his little loop.... Maybe the Pink Floyd shirt was just the good luck ticket he needed!

Hey "Zeke". Congrats on the buck! Too bad not the one you thought it was, but great to get one anyway! Nice running into and chatting with you and your brother up there! We had a great hunt, we felt extraordinarily fortunate that Erik was able to kill the buck he did. (Thanks for posting the head pic. I'm going to post a pic or two as well, but will post in a different thread as to now high-jack this post completely... ) How about that freaking rain storm? We were thinking of you guys the whole way driving out of there. Funny thing was that we were scheduled to stay in that motel in Springer, but we decided to go ahead and head back to Albuquerque to get a jump start on the long drive home. Glad you were able to find a room there to dry out and start your hunt-off on a good note on Saturday! Congrats again on the hunt! S. Link to a post about my son's hunt: http://www.coueswhitetail.com/forums/topic/75291-first-antelope-hunt/

Holy freaking AWESOME!!! Cripes!

Interesting. Does anyone know if this is this the first of it's kind (high fence) in AZ? Or are there other operations? Curious.... S.

+1 to the comments. The Alaknak's are VERY awesome tents! (I have the 12X12 with the vestibule.) Great price for a great tent with ALL the space you could want! S.

+1 Never owned a Kodiak, but a couple of buddies have them and they seem to go up pretty easily! That being said, I have a 12X12 Alaknak, and I find it quite easy to put up. I have done it solo several times. Is a bit time consuming due to all of the stakes/ropes/poles, but it is easy. Generally takes me 20 minutes. S.

I didn't even realize they made a 9.5X. I have been using my 12X12 for 7+ years now, and I love it. Whether it be with my three kids (all grown and off to college now) or my hunting buddies, it has been an outstanding tent! Still is! Betting this size would be just about right for 2 or possibly 3 with bunks, comfortably! Bump for a great tent! Good luck selling! S.

Very awesome story!!! Awesome!!!!! S.

Outstanding!!! My son and I are heading over to New Mexico in a couple of weeks. We have never hunted pronghorn, and we are VERY excited! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

I've been with Lee's Ferry Anglers a few times over the years. I try to go with Terry if possible. Have enjoyed his company & his style (and his knowledge). As for the preferred time, I think that is of course a matter of opinion. Winter can be good, but cleaning ice out of your rod eyes can get old. Summer is nice, but can be HOT! Not matter what time of year, I've never regretted spending time there! Spectacular place! Good luck and have fun! S. PS: Lee's Ferry Anglers will take spin fisherman. They will encourage you to fly fish and show you some great techniques, but they welcome spin fishers.

There is an Orvis store in Scottsdale. A new new Orvis store in my neighborhood @ 20th Street & Camelback also. FYI if you're closer to Central Phx. S.

I've got a 2015 Toyota Tacoma (long bed), and I am just starting to shop a bit for a shell/cap. Browsing online to start... Leer SNUGtop ARE Experience good or bad? Opinions? Thanks! S.

Thanks a bunch for all of the opinions, guys. Exactly what I was looking for! I got on the phone with a guy named Doug, from Camperland yesterday afternoon. Really nice guy! Took the time over the phone to walk me through lots of pros-cons for the various models & manufacturers they carry (Leer, Snug, and ARE). Seems that all three brands are pretty comparable, and it might just kind of come down to personal opinion. Looks like a couple of votes for ARE here. Cell4soul, I had never considered that type of cover. Interesting, and cool that you are liking it at this point. Thanks again, everyone! S.

All good, Tyler! Coincidentally, just last night a buddy of mine was asking about my set-up and I told him one of the keys is a good floating head! Timing seemed perfect when I saw this post, so I thought I would pick it up for him! Like I said though, all is good. Glad JLG got a great deal on a great Manfrotto head! s.

I'll take it if for any reason it falls through with Tyler. Thx! S.

Hey Matt! Welcome to the site! As you can probably tell, you will find LOTS of experience, information, and opinions here. I'm sure you'll get several responses, but the process is really pretty easy. I would download the 2017 regulations and start studying them a bit to get familiar with the units, dates, species info, etc. (sounds like you might have already done that). Once you decide what unit, it will be just a matter of submitting the application next spring. Easy to do on-line. Send me a message here if you would like, and I would be happy to get on the phone with you to talk about the process and coach you a bit. Regarding which unit to choose, there are of course MANY options. You mentioned 12A archery, and that is of course a great hunt. Draw odds aren't too tough, though admittedly I am not sure of the non-resident quota, odds, etc. Call or text if you would like to chat further (602-399-4769). Lots of guys here know a lot more than I do, but I'll share some of my experience. Welcome again! S.

Yes Partly paved. But it is a 'highway', so the dirt part is easily passable. A little wash-boardy here and there..... S.

Wish I had a nickel for everyone dove or quail I missed with one of these guns! +1 on a classic! Someone aught to snatch that beauty up! S.