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Outstanding! Love the 'picture story'! S.

VERY VERY cool!!!! Love it! S.

+1 I remember years ago when there was spill-over from Upper Lake Mary, there was awesome pike and trout fishing in Lower Lake Mary! Fingers crossed for the Flagstaff guys! S.

Torn left rotator cuff (plus full shoulder separation, broken bones, etc...) 4 years ago. Doug Freedberg with Arizona Sports Medicine did the surgery, and did an outstanding job, IMO. As mentioned the post surgery PT sucked big time! First 3-4 weeks post-op were rough, but after that the PT started to get better as I healed-up. 8 weeks post-op I was feeling good. 3-4 months post-op I was back to normal. Tough deal, but all back to normal now. I would recommend Freedberg. Good luck!!! S.

Outstanding to see you back around here, Scott! Would love to hear a story and or see some awesome pics of an adventure! S.

I disagree with you on this, Bill. The generally accepted definition of a free market is that it exists when prices are based on competition among private business and not controlled by the government. Minimum wage requirements and taxes are simply factors in the chain, but they do not represent the government actually 'controlling' prices (hence the market ultimately still sets the final price for goods/services). It definitely does not cease to be a free market just because one of the price factors is dictated by the government. It's simply that the prices tend to go up. That will happen in a free market or a 'non free market' (Is that even a term???), and in fact is more likely to happen in a free market as opposed to a market where the government sets the actual final price of the goods/services. I agree with your statement that government involvement very often has an inflationary effect. Inflation will of exist in a free market whether government sets minimum wages or not, as there are many factors that can/will affect prices. S.

I have absolutely NO problem with any business owner raising their prices as much as they feel like. Their business, not mine. Free market, supply/demand, etc... If they claim it is due to min wage increase, well I suppose that is their business too (I can't necessarily claim to understand their business model, costs, etc...). It's not like I am forced to go to their business, and if the prices get too high I will stop. Regarding the minimum wage debate in general, I suppose that I'm against it for many of the same reasons folks have sited on this thread. (Though I do remember as a kid making $3.10 per hour at the local grocery store in Kearny, I was SUPER happy when the minimum was raised to $3.35! ) Times have definitely changed! S. So you don't mind if gasoline jumps up to $4.00 a gallon.? There is a huge difference between, free market, and excessive greed. They can all price themselves out of business for all I care! $4 gas? Depends on the reason for the increase, I suppose. It was $4 a while back (due to free market forces) and I paid it like most everyone else. Did I "mind' it? Well, it didn't overjoy me..... Paid it though since it was the price I had to pay. Regarding free market vs. excessive greed. I understand they are two different things..... Didn't mean to insinuate otherwise. Whether excessive greed is driving the market up or not is a fact that all consumers and business's must deal with. Just the way it is. I agree with business pricing themselves out of business, I of course agree with you on that. The market will dictate that. If they raise prices so high that they go out of business, so be it. Makes no difference to me. DB, I think the government setting the minimum wage really has no impact on whether it is a Free Market or not. They are not setting the price of goods/services. Just adding a factor that can drive prices. Has been that way for decades. S.

I have absolutely NO problem with any business owner raising their prices as much as they feel like. Their business, not mine. Free market, supply/demand, etc... If they claim it is due to min wage increase, well I suppose that is their business too (I can't necessarily claim to understand their business model, costs, etc...). It's not like I am forced to go to their business, and if the prices get too high I will stop. Regarding the minimum wage debate in general, I suppose that I'm against it for many of the same reasons folks have sited on this thread. (Though I do remember as a kid making $3.10 per hour at the local grocery store in Kearny, I was SUPER happy when the minimum was raised to $3.35! ) Times have definitely changed! S.

Still hoping to get out a couple of times this year, but I can't help but be thinking about next season already! Those Gambels likes them some nice green Winter/Spring grass!! Don't want to jinx it, but it looks like the desert is shaping up nicely..... Crossing my fingers for a bit more rain, then at least one more good kicker in the Spring! Good luck to all!!! S.

Had three weeks off work over Christmas, and some of my evenings were taken up on a Breaking Bad binge. Had to chuckle when I saw this post.... Good luck! Hopefully you get a lead on a good one here! S.

The phrase 'From hero to zero.' comes to mind here. Lame enough if they accidently (and possibly negligibly) shot each other. SUPER lame to exploit the topic of illegals and border problems to bolster their case while begging for money for their medical expenses. Wow.....

Welcome to the site!!! LOTS of good folks and info here! Enjoy.... S.

I know you are looking for an opinion from someone who has experience with BOTH, but as an Alaknak owner I'm going to chime in anyway (even though I've never owned a canvas wall tent... ). LOVE the Alaknak! I have had the 12x12 size for 8 years now. I also have the vestibule that adds lots of extra space for stuff or chilling-out if camping for an extended period of time or with more than the normal load of gear to keep dry. I have taken it on numerous hunting and camping trips with the kids and friends over the years, and have found it to be a great tent. Positives: Fairly light, easy to set-up, great in rain (water proof), outstanding in wind! Negatives: The only negative that I can think of is that it does not breath quite like canvas does, so it can tend to get a little 'steamy' and have condensation collect on the ceiling in cold weather. I had a barrel stove that I used in it for a couple of years, and that was great too. Of course kept it sauna hot inside, and the pipe/chimney set-up and zipped floor flap for the stove made it convenient. (I ended-up not using the stove as much as I had anticipated though, and sold it after a couple of years.....) Hopefully someone will speak-up that has experience with both. Good luck in your search for the right tent for you!! S.

I never really understood this line of thinking. 'Don't ruin a young kid?' When my oldest son was 12 years old I put him in for a Jr. Hunt in New Mexico. He was drawn for an 'any elk' rifle hunt, smack in the middle of the rut, in one of New Mexico's many great hunting units. We had an amazing hunt but short hunt, as he killed a great 6X6 on opening day. This past fall at the age of 22, he killed a nice spike bull here in AZ and considered it another amazing hunt! Not ruined at all. That being said, I say everyone should raise their kids exactly how they think they choose to do. Get them involved in hunting early and show them why we all love it so much however you want to. I never tried to pile points up for any of my kids early, but more power to you if you want to! Good luck to ALL kids!! S. PS: As a side note, I haven't checked recently, but New Mexico used to have amazing Jr. Hunt opportunities! Based on the non-resident draw & tag allotment, there seemed to be good chances for kids getting drawn for great hunts (ANY elk in the rut?? lol). Anyway, if you have kids of hunting age you might want to check it out!

Why do you have to call me out, Lance? You know I can't stand to not comment! Sucks for Mr. Daughtery and Mr. Walker for sure. Truly hope they both recover and that the perpetrators are caught (Although if they did in fact escape back into Mexico it's of course highly unlikely.... ​)! Regarding safety on the border, I'm still not going to avoid hunting there. Love 36 A/B/C (like I think you do), and I will continue to hunt there without fear. Frankly, I feel more in danger on the I-10 freeway on my way there than I do once I have my feet on the ground in one of those units. I agree with Snapshot! Hopefully the appropriations process will move quickly! S.

Finally taking a couple of minutes to post an overdue BIG thumbs-up for Healy Arms!! My oldest son goes to school at ASU full time while working to help support himself, and has been working on a goal over the past year to save up enough money to buy his own hunting rifle (Until now he has always used one of my .7MMs....). Well, with his savings plus a little help with a gift card for Christmas he was able to finally get a new rifle! After much looking and debating, he settled on a Savage Weather Warrior, in a .30-06. (Side note: We freaking LOVE this rifle!! I was always a Remington/Browning guy, but this rifle is VERY nice!!) He purchased the rifle right after Christmas at Bass Pro because two of the gift cards he had acquired were from there. Well, he had previously purchased a Burris MTAC 4.5-14x42, and was itching to get the scope mounted and get to the range. I called Healy Arms from the Bass Pro parking lot, and the nice woman who answered the phone quickly said 'Sure, bring it on by and we can usually mount it while you wait....'. Nice!!! We drove right there and were greeted by Mark and his staff. Mark took the time to mount the scope (utilizing good solid Savage mounting rings, as opposed to the rings we were sold at Bass Pro...) and bi-pod right away while we waited. Nice casual gun and hunting chat with him and his crew passed the time while he did the work. We purchased a nice case and sling from him and left ready for the range! Note for everyone: I am guilty of assuming that the best prices are always at the 'big box' stores! While waiting we browsed the store looking at ammo, gun cases, and other misc. stuff. The prices were right on par with what we had seen at the big box down the road! Take the time to shop local!!! Especially at Healy Arms! Mark and his squad are awesome folks and deserve your business, IMO! Thank you Mark & team!!! S. http://www.healyarms.com/ BTW, Mark, the rifle is now zeroed in at 200 yards and shoots like a dream!!

Not certain, but maybe check-out Healy Arms? S. https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=healy%20arms%20tempe http://www.healyarms.com/

Like most others have said on here, I would definitely do what I could to help the guy. Whether the person in need shows their appreciation or not is not important to me. I really don't care about that. I just like having a little extra karma in my back pocket for the future. I've done some stupid stuff from time to time in my life, and I'm sure someone judged me as such (stupid, dip-what ever....). Always appreciated the help though. Good on you for helping the guy out! S.

Looks like you are getting lots of info (and opinions) here! Keep in mind that lightning CAN strike! I was lucky enough to draw a Unit 1 archery bull tag last year with only one bonus point (hunter ed point). I can happen! Good luck! S.

I'm torn..... SO happy the veteran killed the ram, but selfishly was hoping it wouldn't go down until tomorrow when I had the day off to join in on the excitement! Outstanding stuff!!! VERY cool that this came together! +1 trphyhntr! Now we know how to rally a bunch of cw.com folks in the future! :lol: S.

Hey Tom! Per our quick chat, I'm working on being there. Need to get a couple of work things covered (as well as my 17 year old daughter...). Should be able to get out there for at least a day or two. Can't wait! S.

A couple of favorites from my neighborhood in Central Phx: Richardson's on 16th, North of Bethany. Hillstone at about 28th Street and Camelback. Neither one has ever disappointed me. Bon apetite! S.

Hunter appears to be a stand-up guy, IMO. He screwed-up, and then did what was obviously the right thing by self reporting. Regarding the penalty, there can be many things in play there. I don't necessarily see it as the judge throwing the book at the guy. For all we know, the judge did not have authority to reduce the fine. Maye mandatory penalties were in play. Not saying this was the case, just saying that I don't know the law there. For all we know, the penalty could have been much steeper had he not self reported and then got busted after the fact..... I also don't agree with the comments regarding whether this will reduce the likelihood of folks self reporting in the future or not. My sense is that 'self reporters' will generally do so anyway, because that is what they do! Strong morals and a conscience will generally drive someone's decision, IMO. Either way, + one on Vowell's original comment! Be sure of your target and beyond! S.

If you've never been to 36C, there are no secret pig spots IMO.... They can/will be pretty much anywhere. Do you have binoculars and a tripod? My advice would be to just get a bit of elevation in pretty much any drainage along the mountain range and glass, glass, glass. We've seen pigs around Elkhorn and King's Anvil, but really I think just in about any major canyon. Hopefully you have a little time to get out and scout a time or two prior to the hunt! Especially if we get more weather like the past day or so. If you can spend a day scouting right after a good rain storm and get down in and walk in some of the washes and drainages to look for sign in the fresh ground. Not a bad tactic to find a location. Good luck to you and your son!!!! S.

+ 1 for Coleman and Igloo ice chests! I have one of each, and my 100 qt Coleman always does me just fine. Block ice in the bottom will keep me in cold stuff for plenty of time. Light, lots of space, and economical! S.