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Holy crap, what a beauty. Congratulations Jeff! TJ

That was a great story and congratulations on your first archery deer. If you don't mind me giving a little advise here I would say skin him out as soon as possible the next time unless you had him in a walk in over night. Most deer in az need skinning out because of our weather. Thanks for sharing and congrats again. TJ

That certainly is a buck anyone would be happy to hang their tag on. I wouldn't give him another year. I have a hard time passing up anything. Thanks for sharing. TJ

What an awesome writeup and to share it with your Dad made it that much special. You certainly deserve that beautiful buck after waiting there 2 1/2 hrs before closing the deal. Congratulations on your first az buck and what a dandy he is. TJ

Last year while the wife and I was attending the ISE Show we enjoyed watching the dog jumping competition. We thought we might enter our Lexie this year but didn't know much about it or what all was involved. Since looking in to it I have found there are 3 competitions which are speed retrieve, vertical jump, and jumping. My dog, Lexie, has never been trained to do any of these but I thought it might be fun to enter her just so she and I could have some fun among the crowd. The vertical would not be an option but she does like to jump off the dock at the lake. The speed retrieve might be a flop because she hasn't been trained to swim the length of the pool and grab the dummie and swim back. Who cares, it would be something fun with one of my most beloved huntin partners. My question is, has anyone here done it or knows someone who has? TJ

Who wouldn't be happy with bucks like that. No wonder your smile is so wide. Congratulations on both your bucks. TJ

Happy Birthday Old Man. Great read Jim. You might not have killed but you certainly were successful on your stock. It took alot to get to where you had to make the shot. Thanks for sharing because it brought back a few memories of my own missed shots. Sounds to me like you had the perfect Birthday celebration. Well, maybe not the perfect but close. TJ

That's a great picture of you Casey. Making memories with Dad doesn't get any better. Thanks for sharing. TJ

Looks like the new Foxpro did the job along with a good placed shot as well. Congratulations on the fox. TJ

Don't give up it will eventually happen and good luck next time. Thanks for sharing. TJ

With just less than 6 weeks away I thought I would bring this back up. If you have never hunted javelina or never hunted before and don't know where to start then this hunt is for you. There are still tags available over the counter. Where else are you going to have a hunt catered to you with free meals and a mentor hunting along side you? This is a great experience with friendly folks and a warm campfire for your comfort at the end of the day. Check out last years event in the Javelina Forum. If anyone wants to come and be a mentor please sign up on Amanda's registration form or contact Amanda. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone there. TJ ps.....has anyone mentioned Youth Outdoors Unlimited was selected as Mentor of the Year for 2011? CONGRATULATION!

With ruptured biceps and a bum shoulder, this was tougher than you made it out. I've been there and I give your pops alot of credit pulling this off. I'm glad I inspired you to post up his story and I look forward to your's as well. Pig hunting is a blast and a perfect family hunt that can usually be enjoyed in good weather. Your pictures are great and again I look forward to your hunt posted as well. Thanks for sharing. TJ

If this is the buck you really want then I would look for all possible water source on maps and google earth. It's a start. These bucks burn up alot of calaries this time of year. A good ground blind and a comfortable chair beats chasing him all over the country side all day and gives you a break. I would glass for spot and stock in the morning and afternoons but sit water in the neighborhood of 9am thru 3pm. It certainly isn't a sure thing but it has worked for me in the past. Good luck on grounding this buck.

Congratulations on your pigs. Now go help your partner finish off a 3 for 3 season. Thanks for sharing. TJ

Congratulations on your first archery kill and your first post. Now figure out how to use the photo attachment and share your pig with us. Thanks for sharing the story. TJ

Sounds as if you had a very interesting day of events for your first kill. It doesn't always go as smooth as we wish and better luck next time but you got it done. Congratulations on your first big game archery kill and thanks for sharing your story. Let's see some pics if you have them. TJ

I'm a steeler fan and always have been but I caught myself rooting for Tebow towards the end of the game. Shame on me I guess. TJ

Them are some awesome pictures for sure. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on your buck. I just love hearing the stories of cwt members helping others and the shooter thanking everyone for their help. What a way to start out the year. Thoughts and prayers for your wife's family member. TJ

Well said Bill. We can be our worst enemies by shooting ourselves in the foot. TJ

I've replied to this post already but wanted to bring it back up for those who haven't read it. It's a worth while read. TJ

Now this is definitely an accomplishment worth mentioning. Congratulations! This is something I've always wanted to do. Thanks for sharing. TJ

I would have to agree with Amanda here. You will know when it's the right choice with what time you have left to hunt. My first was a doe with a bow, after many failed stocks, and I was the happiest guy in the world at that time. Good luck and keep learning all there is about these deer and it will finally all fall together for ya. TJ

That's good advise from azslim. I was 21 when I came to az and I had the same problem you are having. Keep after it and it will slowly start to come together for ya. Before you know it you will be picking them deer out with your binos. Keep us posted how you're doing. Good luck and practice alot with your bow. TJ

Thanks for sharing Jim. Quite impressive if you ask me. Congrats to the hunters. TJ

Man am I glad I inspired you to write this. First let me say I'm glad you're doing alright after having your stent put in. Second, my hat is off to you for all your success over the years on so many pigs. That is an awesome accomplishment and my congratulations to you on another pig this year. Having a bunch of friends staying in your garage waiting on opening day had to have been a good time with lots of stories for sure. Got room for one more? lol Thank you for sharing your hunt with us and your success over the yeas. You're amazing and I would like to meet yo someday and hear some more stories. TJ