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I've been using the Nat Geo TOPO! maps for years. They've been completely compatible with both Garmin GPS units I've used - the Etrex Vista and now the GPSMap 60 CSX - both uploading and downloading. Pretty much does everything I need it to do.

Wow, those are some amazing photos. That "Straight Seven" is my dream bull. Thanks for posting those.

Nice shooting Brian, what bull tag did you draw?

I've got a Ranger and absolutely love it. For the longest time I didn't get the appeal of side-by-sides but they are great for hunting and just cruising around forest roads. The only Rhino I've driven was absolutely awesome - BUT it was nowhere near stock. It had after market long travel supspension, all kinds of add-ons and upgrades. I don't even want to know how many thousands of dollars it took to get it like that. My Ranger is stock - an '06 700 with a seat in the cargo box and I can fit a family of 5 (my sons are 15, 13 and 10) easily.

That is awesome! Super cute kid right there - thanks for sharing!

That's really nice of you to try to find the owner.

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I also love smoked trout - the only way I'll eat it. +1 on apple or pretty much any fruit tree. Peach and pecan trees are great too. I also agree on the brine and skin-on suggestions. I like a little brown sugar in the brine too - and tend to baste the fish from time to time as it smokes with the same brine.

How did I miss these, and why in sam hill are they all at a 45 degree angle???? Nice pix, and thanks for sharing, although, next time you might want to mount your camera perpendicular to the ground so we all don't get sea sick!

Man, I love those 1st gen runners. Here's my sweetie before I sold her.

Wow Jason - that's some great footage, and what a cool experience. TJ, you never told me you were the "cat whisperer". Had no idea you've seen and taken so many lions. In all my years hunting and glassing I've only glassed up one, while he was stalking some does I was watching. I've seen glimpses of 2 others, both on the San Carlos. Somewhere on my bucket list is shooting a mature cat, and I'd like to do it without dogs. I have nothing against that, I just want to see a lion while out hunting and get the opportunity to take it on my own. It would mean more to me if it were a "chance encounter" than actually setting out looking for one.

Great pix. I'd shoot the first one - I really like the super glossy black coats over the cinnamon, but that's just me.

I'd buy some - and I'm a computer geek. As for getting LE involved, probably not going to go very far, but if you had pix of the thieves, just imagine having your face plastered all over the internet caught red-handed trying to steal from a fellow hunter. Having to deal with police and courts is one thing, but having the reputation as a camera thief - that's almost as bad as being a cattle rustler. Most of us are in small towns and word spreads quickly. Something like that can and should stick with a guy for a long time. I'm all for "frontier justice".

It's a really cool looking bear for sure!

You got mine. 97 & 14.

Wow - nice glass!

13B tag - Lots of country to learn and scout - a long way from home. Several good folks have already given some pointers, which I really appreciate.

Wow, tons of great info there BOHNTR. I'm going to memorize that thread.

I feel your pain. Years back I met a guy who hadn't drawn a December coues tag in something like 10 years. He about killed me when I told him I had drawn my unit 4 of 5 years in December. There were a lot more tags in there back then but it was still only supposed to be around a 16% draw rate for that unit. I used to know a family that it seemed every year drew archery bull and always speculated something fishy was going on, but I don't believe that is the case anymore. No doubt some people draw more often than others, and I have to count myself as one of the really lucky ones over the years but I really believe it is just that - luck (unless I have some super-secret friend in G&F I don't know about ).

That is a great deal on a super muzzle loader. I'm thinking that barrel alone is worth what you are asking for the rifle. I've got a buddy who might be interested. Somebody is going to get a really nice gun dirt cheap. If I didn't already have 4 muzzle loaders and a really long wish list, I'd be interested for myself.

Does anyone know if the "no magazine restriction" applies to shotguns? I shoot an over/under for quail but just got a 870 tactical that would make a great turkey gun but it hold 7 rounds (could be plugged).

Congratulations Tony! I can't wait to see the pictures and read all about your adventure.

Thanks guys!

Wow - that thing is a monster. Hope you can get back on him.

No way I'm going to get any work done in the next couple months... Species Result Hunt No. Season Dates Open Areas Permit No. Reject Description Deer Draw Successful 01022 Nov 09 - Nov 18, 2012 UNIT 13B 000043 Two of my boys drew the 27 Jr. Hunt. I'm in shock...