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Gino, here is my R.S.V.P.. Sounds like my kind of Party. Why not make it a (Potluck Style). Sorry if I'm jumping the gun but I thought I heard the word PARTY.

Scottyboy, my wife and I have fished this time of year the last several years up around Greer and I think you wouldn't be disappointed with Big Lake. It's higher and cooler than others. Not to far from there is Reservation Lake but you will need a res. license. I'm told the road to Winn Campground is closed for the summer due to the road construction. Bill, John Romer, from the Arizona Fly Shop rented Christmas Tree Lake out yesterday and the fishing was slow. I believe you are allowed 30 people and it usually is rented out this time of year thru the next couple months. The road also is a little rough getting in. TJ

Good luck on the late draw Tom...... Hope you put in for the right units this time.... Thanks for the reminder Gino. I was just starting to forget that!!!!

It doesn't get any better than that. That is a fine looking buck. I'm with Gino, I'm always more excited when someone you're helping scores after hours of hunting. Congratulations are well in order.

You're telling me! This is how I got so run down and old.

Sorry Gino, but I didn't even know yoy were gone. Was ya huntn somewhere? Well, welcome back anyways. Just to let ya know I don't recall anyone pickn on ya while you were gone. I had your back!

Gamehauler, "Now I lay me down to sleep; I pray the Lord your meat to keep; If I should die before I wake; I pray the bear your meat to take;" AMEN!

Ok Mike, you have taken it way to far. You know I really didn't want to go that far north.

Yes Mike, you're right! Not quite as good as pig but it ranks right up there. WOW, will you look at the size of them there ears. Anyone have any idea of what it might score? Thataboy Marv and don't dare tell anyone on here where your honey hole is. Congratulations on a fine looking animal.

Might change my tune after shooting a few more animals w/ my bow, but for now, as someone who's pretty green, that's the way it is. The smaller the horns the sweeter the meat. That's because the older they get they tend to pee all over themselves and roll in it once a year. Must be true, saw it in a video the other day.

Everyone is quite aware of our dry spell we've had these last several years and it definately has had an enormous impact on everything from our national forest to the water in our homes. This person would be the last one to pat himself on the back or even mention he has gone to the next level of giving his time and hard earned money towards helping in a way he thinks is his enjoyment instead of contributing to our water shortage. I would like to take the time to let each of you, even though I'll catch heck from him for writing this, that Mike Leas, as most of you know him as Gamehauler, has taken on the task of purchasing a water trailer and has been supplying water to much needed watering catchments throughout the rim country. Mike along with friend Dick Henry, from Payson also, has taken the next step towards our crises we're in and I personally would like to thank both of them and wanted a few of you to know what goes on behind the scenes. So with this said I say THANK YOU Mike and to those others who go without recognition helping in their own ways as well. Ask Mike to share some of his watering pictures with us.

Back atcha!

[............I am curious if this hunt is worth the $5,300.00 .......? What's crazy is that the tags are almost twice that much just a few miles away! What you guys think? Too much? Thanks for your advice, JIM> Jim, if they are throwing in a chance to shoot a piggie then I would say yes. Good luck hunting! TJ

Great job Amanda. My reply was a little long so I sent you a PM. I hope you don't mind! TJ

I own the Double Bull but I also have hunted out of the Ameristep Brickhouse. You will pay $400 for mine and you could get 2 of the Brickhouse for that same price. If you want to hunt with a partner and want easy setup time and flawless design then go with the DB. I will continue to hunt from a brickhouse for a backup and they are worth the low price you pay. Black and grey cargo blankets from Harbor Freights makes a comfortable ground cloth for your blind or use outdoor carpet. The DB allows you to put a full size army cot for spending the night as well. I always brush mine up a little and have had good success and COMFORTABLE outings rain or shine.

Many years ago my first reaction to the crossbow was NO WAY! You either hunt with a rifle or use a bow. How selfish I was in my thinking department. Now that I can't pull my bow back, do to an injury, I'm finding it allows a person a chance to still get out and enjoy the sport of hunting. I was issued a CROSSBOW PERMIT by the azgf. I don't know anyone who has used one and my knowledge of their capability is limited to, "I know what they look like". Any info on their performance/ pros and cons would be greatly appreciated. I use a Double Bull blind and won't be climbing any trees in the near future. Thanks! TJ

Below average growth Guess I will just stay home then NOT Below average growth? Who is this maskman doing all the measuring? THAT'S THE JOB I WANT!

Azcoues_addict, thanks for all the information you sent me. There is some really good reading material on those web sites. I never thought I would be in this situation but here I am not being able to use my bow do to major surgery on the shoulder. Frustrating at the least. I can't help but feel guilty about getting this crossbow permit but I just want to hunt. For two years I watched as my streingth declined. I went from shooting 75lbs down to another bow fighting to get 59lbs back. I finally had sugery to repair a torn and distached tendon. My appreciation can't be expressed enough for the info you have sent me. Thanks again and good luck with your draws and hunts. I hope your Dad continues to improve with his situation as well. TJ Gamehauler, thanks for the kind words but I'm still not getting all your sodapops whenever you need them.

Anyone who knows me knows I'm a pig man at heart. Anyone can get an elk tag , but to get drawn for pig is quite special in my book. Thanks for sharing the most tasty of all game meat we are blessed with here in AZ. TJ

Thanks for sharing. It's better than I've done so far. You'll get better with practice. Keep us informed.

Keven, since this is your first time putting out trail cameras, you will need me to follow along so I can be sure you're doing everything right. Now where is this canyon I am to meet you at? Don't be fooled by others wanting to know where this canyon is. Your secret is my secret.

You are so fortunate to have the advise of so many experienced individuals. I personally own a Manfrotto 3130G with fluid pan head and have used the pistal grip as well. It's nice to own both but if I had to choice it would be the pan head. COOSEFAN uses his exactly the same way I do with the nose,chin, and shoulder. You can't beat it for long glassing sessions. I've not used the Outdoorsman but hear it is also a good way to go. Bought mine through Eagle Optics. Good luck and buy the best you can afford. TJ

Thanks bownut I thought that neon orange gave it the extra power. If he only has 70 lb limbs might he run into trouble down the road. just worried he might hurt himself and not be able to use that tag. Bob Bob, that's awful nice of you to be so considerate of Younghunter's health but why do I get this funny feeling it's all about the tag. Sorry but he can't transfer it if he gets hurt. I bet he will at least let you get your picture taken with it. TJ

Lance, you got the life. Keep them pics coming for us who are trapped in the concrete forest. My wife and I came up to Flag last year and spent a weekend just to watch the elk at Lake Mary. Watching the little ones running around and playing made our trip. Thanks again for sharing Lance. TJ

Younghunter, congr. on your 7w bull tag. Sounds like you got yourself in order for this one. Get the scouting in whenever possible. I know how hard that can be when schedules get changed. Good luck on your hunt and I look forward to meeting you in the SW.