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Yes, I'm excited to say that my son Elijah drew either a 4A or 22 Jr. cow hunt this year and every time he gets drawn I think I get more excited than he does. lol I thank God for blessing me with 2 beautiful children that love to hunt, fish and enjoy being in God's awesome creation. Here are some photos of our hunts and the making of great memories.

Pulled up beside you yesterday evening on Interstate 17 and Bethany Rd. JD

We're happy to say we put another buck down. Congratulations to Emily who is only 11yrs old and let me just tell you, she's going to be one heck of an hunter! She passed on many small deer and just kept saying "I'm waiting for the big one." Well her hard work paid off!!! I'll just let the photos do all the talking. JD

If it don't go thru I'll take it. Thanks JD

Well, I wish there was a long story to this hunt but I got it done at 6:55AM opening morning!!! Did a few cow calls and this guy (6x6) comes in on a heartbeat. I didn’t even have time to nock an arrow up or range him. So I guest him to be around 40yrds away. I shoot but it was to low and hit him in the leg. He spun around after I hit him and we stared each other down which was his mistake. I put my 50yrd pin on his chest and let it rip. It was a perfect shot, right in the center of his chest!!! Followed his blood trail for about 100yrds and yes you guessed it, he dies in a deep canyon. Well you know the story from here. lol 6 guys and 7 hours later we had him hanging. This is my first bull ever so I'm on top of the world right now!!! Thanks, JD - Down2HuntAz

Congratulations, awesome bull!!!! I bet you're still on cloud 9??? I know I still am!!! JD

Hey guys/gals well my tranny is acting up (over heating) and I'm looking for reputable tranny shop in the Phoenix. Any and all suggestion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks JD

Hunt4Horns, that's my get it done hat!!! lol JD

Hey guys/gals, Just wanted to share this Craigslist backpack find with you. I'm not in any need of any of these items so I that maybe this forum can benefit from it. Here's the link: https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/spo/5189654238.html JD

I have a really exceptional black and tan pure breed german shepherd pup! Smart and very affectionate. Both parents are on site they are papered. Mom and dad are very well trained they love children and are very protective of the family. Both parents are off of 100% Czech german shepherd. Both mom and dad have a really well balanced temperament. They are the kind of dogs that you can teach anything to! Hank has had his shots and is ready to become a beloved member of the family. (I'm letting this pup go $350 without papers or with papers for $500.) Thanks, JD

Sold.

More spec's on the pack. You can also view more details on the Sportsman's Warehouse web page they carry this pack. Size: 5250 cu. in. Pack Bag Weight: 2 lbs. 3 oz. Total Weight w/Frame: 7 lbs. 5 oz. Fabric: Charcoal Nylon Ripstop Top Loading Spindrift Collar with Draw Cord Rifle Holder Hydration Pocket and Port

Nate, congratulations!!! Very nice bear. JD

Not sure if any of you guys/gals read this but there's a lot of heated hunters in GMU 1 and 7E because of this project interfering with our hunts. JD Arizona Game and Fish Department Notice to hunters regarding a department elk research project: The department’s Research Branch will be conducting an elk survey methodology study to investigate ways to evaluate and improve the accuracy and precision of our elk population estimates. The project includes trapping and radio-collaring elk, and short-term intensive helicopter and fixed wing aircraft surveys within GMU 1 and 7E to compare various survey methods. Elk trapping will take place outside of elk hunting... seasons. Aerial surveys will be restricted to the end of August and early September 2015 prior to the elk archery season. As this may mildly impact some hunters, the Q&A below will help answer questions. Q: What is the purpose of the “cages” being set out in the forest? A: These are elk traps designed to capture individual animals without harming them so that we may fit them with radio-telemetry collars as a part of a research project. Elk will be released on site immediately after being fitted with a collar. Q: What is the purpose of the research project? A: The primary objective of this project is to test and compare various survey techniques to improve accuracy and precision in estimating elk numbers. Q: Why are there helicopters flying low and slow in the forest where I hunt? A: Observers in the helicopters are conducting aerial surveys for elk to test several methods so that we may more closely monitor elk numbers. As they are testing several different methods, helicopters may fly slow and low to allow observers to gather necessary data for comparing survey methods. Q: Are these additional flights designed specifically to interfere with hunters and reduce hunt success? A: No, the hunting public is an important and valued customer of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. These efforts are designed to improve accuracy of our elk surveys to better inform herd management decisions. Q: Will this improved accuracy result in reduced elk permits and affect draw success? Or, will it result in increased elk permits that may affect future hunt success? A: No, this effort is independent of specific elk herd management objectives. However, improved accuracy in survey data will aid managers in making more informed decisions about elk population management and hunting regulations. Q: Can I legally harvest a collared elk? A: Yes, this policy is spelled out in the hunting regulations, and marked or collared animals can be legally harvested. All we ask is that ear tags (or documentation of ear tags) and the collar be returned undamaged to the nearest Arizona Game and Fish Department office.

PM sent. Thanks, JD

I finally got my long a waited archery elk tag and I'm very much interested attending some elk hunting seminars. Does anyone know of any up and coming elk seminars? I want to put in as much home work as I could. Thanks, JD

I'm in the same boat! I've been looking for a small car for my daughter and what bothers me most is the dishonesty of individuals on CL. I've gone to see at least 6 cars and none of them have been what they say they are on CL. (all lies and junk) But I'm still looking. lol Going to Sun City early Saturday and hopefully I'll find a decent car... JD

Nice toms, but look at their belly's!!! Looks like they weren't hurting for dinner.. JD

PM sent... JD

I just caught on to this! So you can get a youth Over The Counter tag for 1, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6B (except Camp Navajo), 7, 8, 10, 12A, and 27??? Thanks, JD

Yup, the online draw system failed to record acct #, addresses and hunt #. So G&F are trying to retrieve all this lost data!!!! JD

Archery elk 9/11-9/24 3 bonus points 4A north Resident 1 applicant!

PETA is trying to stop the annual Harney Coyote Classic!!! See attachment - https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pet/4875153797.html JD

Sweet, that's awesome!!! JD

Where they selling 2015 archery deer tags. I've been to 3 different Walmarts and 3 different Big 5 their saying that the 2015 tags aren't available. JD