AZ RANGER

Prayers sent, hope all is well

That sounds really good right now, I wish it was'nt 1030pm.

TTT

I am in the market for some snake protection for summer scouting and shed hunting. What are you guys using? I usually am out in the hills alone and I have had one too many snake encounters. I like the idea of boots but I know they are going to be hot and heavy in the summer. Gaiters on the other hand do not offer as much protection but would be more comfortable, I think. any thoughts?

Nice Ram Mark Congrats. BTW I don't know if you remember me or not. We went archery hunting together down south many years ago 2001 maybe. I was working at Picacho Peak at the time . Good times. Scott

My good friend drew 27,28 Dec. Hunt. Only 20 tags. He only had like 2 BP's also. Going to an awsome hunt, I can't wait to start scouting.

Got my 2nd choice October unit 31. I swore I would never put in for the hot October hunt again... lets hope for some cooler weather this time.

We went down Friday night and caught a ton of crappie and a couple of big cats. Most of the crappie were small but still fun.

TTT

I decided to take my oldest boy out for a hike with me this afternnon. I planned to set some trail cameras in a new area that I had mapped out on the GPS. After the mile plus hike in we find that the area did did not have a lot of sign. Luckily I also brought a fishing pole becuase I new there was a creek nearby, so we decided to head over and try and catch some fish. Ended up having a great time and made some good memories. Hunter trying on Dad's backpack, He only carried it about 5 steps and I carried it the other 3 miles. Caught some trout.

We did our annual 3 day trip down the Gila River through the Gila Box this week We start in the Clifton on the San Francisco river. We put in at about 0930 Here is where the Frisco flows into the Gila Typical views One of the many swimming holes This is where we stopped to camp on the first night after a long day. Sheep Young Ram We caught some small fish And some bigger fish My bed and camp on the second night Loading up the boats for the third and final day on the river The wall in the Gila Box This is where Bonita Creek flows into the Gila This trip is something I always look forward to. Very remote country, amazing scenery, good fishing, and just a good way to recharge my batteries.

Yes motorized travel has been banned for about 13 years maybe more. In high school I made a lot of trips up the river in 4x4's and I do miss being able to do that, but I have to admit I enjoy the trip more now knowing that I will not run into any vehicles once I get into the box. There are definitely times of the year such as now where water levels accomodate both types of travel.

We got out right before solomon at the end of the Gila Box

We got some around 10-12 lbs

Awesome!

Yeah I get 8 also, It was amazing watching them jump from one little ledge to the next with ease.

The Flow on the San Francisco was about 50 cfs which is not ideal, we had to get out and drag our boats in several spots. The flow in the Gila was about 70 cfs which is about perfect for a slow float and makes for good fishing. With these flows there is not too many rapids to contend with. Sometimes we will go earlier in the year when the flow is much higher. This is fun too because the only time you need to paddle is just to keep your self going in the right direction. Fishing is not as good though, and you can usually count on flipping your boat a couple of times in the rapids.

This time we did not fish for smallmouth, but in the past I have hiked up eagle and fished for them. Smallmouth fishing is another one of my passions, but it is usually better a little further up stream.

Amanda, Tell Paul I got his letter about this and tell him thanks Scott

I got these in an email I don't know anything about it other than it may have come from Colorado but thought it was worth sharing.

Very Good!

I'm in. This would be a blast and a good way to meet other members.

Chris Ledoux "Beneath Those Western Skies" one of the best songs ever.

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I have it with the PH-157Q head and I love it. It is a great tripod, very solid.