naturegirl

I started off buying scent free base layers, which were pricey at close to $50 per piece. Now I use hiking base layers that wick away the moisture. I could care less about the scent control because I can control that best with the wind, but what I've learned to really appreciate is the ability to get the moisture off and keep my body cooler/dryer when I'm hiking. I bought base layers from Sportsmans Warehouse that were NOT with the hunting stuff. I have a couple different thicknesses, but these are closer to $20-25 per piece (half the price of scent free stuff).

I've heard that the verde has many spots where you must carry your boat for quite a ways. Is that true during the winter months you mention above? The woman I mentored at the javi camp said she sees it all the time where people are carrying their boats on the verde. It's been years since I've been to sheeps bridge. Beautiful trip especially this time of the year with the flowers blooming. JimmyC - No pics of the flathead, but cooked in butter it tasted like lobster tail. Succulent was the word I repeatedly used to describe each and every bite...SUCCULENT! .....The best fish I've ever had!

No sir, we ate the flat head last night for dinner. Yummy I liked it a lot more than my daughter, but she remains in good standing as a member of the "two-bite club."

I'm totally with you guys. God Bless the USA! PS - The photo spot must remain top secret per my mother's wishes...lol I'll make a long story short, but as a child she grew up in a children's home in New York. One special treat she received was to go to a camp where she saw a Bald Eagle while she was on a canoe (pretty much the same as what just happened to me). I have heard this story for as long as I can remember and how meaningful it was to her. She asked me this morning "Christina, please don't tell anyone where you saw the eagle. They must remain protected." So I will honor her wishes.

She's BEAUTIFUL!!!!! I'm sure she has daddy wrapped around her tiny little finger This is a good thread as it is a "rare" hunt for most of us and I love the DIY aspect of it. I can't wait to follow your experience and don't forget, Brian, to ask yourself ahead of time what your game plan is. If it's mostly about score, then you must be willing to go home empty handed (I know this from personal experience). It's a good question to ask yourself ahead of time so you have an idea of what your plan is and from reading the other thread on CWT about game meat, antelope was toward the top of the list for most hunters

I can only imagine what my pictures could look like if I used a tripod and was on firm ground. These were from a canoe with a 6-year-old wiggling and a dog bouncing around. Not too shabby considering

Sounds like a great yard sale! Wish I was going to be on the other side of town

Taken this last weekend. Look at the anticipation as she reels in her fish I love it! She even held a catfish

I just realized I have 6 or so months to "scout.". My "scouting" is just another excuse for more time up high this summer with camera in hand. PS- This is way better than any Christmas present I've received!

I'm hoping to connect with a deer in August as my prep but I'm pretty darn sure I can field dress and haul an elk out solo if that's the route I decide to go. I will definitely remember your offer to get bloody especially if it's an early hunt and it's still hot. So cool you got a goat tag

132 5/8 This is the # that first came to mind and I know nothing about judging Coues...lol...so basically it's a guess but I'll just say he is BIG and beautiful!!!

huge congrats what unit? It's in your name of course I put in for a variety of 6a hunts but #1 was early archery bull 6a and #2 was the mid October cow muzzle loader 6a (I WANT MEAT!!!). I don't own a muzzle loader, but it had high draw odds and I figured I'd deal with it if I got drawn. I'm guessing I got the muzzle loader cow hunt, but I will be super duper thrilled with my first choice :) Either way, I know the unit well and I'm ready to fill my freezer! Did I say I'm happy....so very happy? This will be my third 6a elk hunt and I'm more than ready to close the deal this time.

I'm going elk hunting! I'm so happy! Yippee yahoo!

This is a very interesting thread and takes my mind to future hunts for lots of different species :) Alaska is definitely right up at the top of my "bucket list." I can't wait to add to or edit my favorite list as I move on down the road. Yummy! A mountain lion is right up there at the top of my hunting goals, but first I have to see one...lol Time will tell if it's what I think it will be as far as being tasty or not, but I have a feeling I'm going to like it.

That's some very nice wood working skills right there I've never thought of making my own casket before, but what a great idea and what an honor to build one for a loved one!

I've noticed over the years that there are very few opportunities where I have time to actually range an animal when bow hunting alone. Under 40 yards I'm pretty darn accurate without a range finder. I almost never have the opportunity to use a range finder because things seem to happen too fast out there This comes from years of practice and stump shooting is the best training in my opinion and targets set up in a natural outdoor environment at different angles/elevation. I also will walk through the desert or forest and periodically pick items to range to see how close I am. it's all brain training.

I have an outdoorsman tripod full height. I will say it has held up to my hard use without breaking so that is a plus. It is heavier than I would like though when packing it all day. I've had mine for awhile now and I'm not sure if the offer a lighter weight tripod. I'm sure a shorter one would've cut the weight down, but I do really like the option of standing or sitting, etc., when glassing.

I saw you this afternoon heading south on Power

adjustable windshield to somewhat control dust (doors help too), soft top, and mount the tire on the back. Dust getting inside always seems to be an issue though. I agree with no windshield in the summer. Someone may be able to correct me but I was always worried about a metal top conducting heat inside the vehicle and it's so hot here already. I had a soft top and never had an issue with tearing, but did need to take it off when towing.

1. elk 2. duck 3. catfish 4. deer (I really want to taste an Eastern Whitetail which may cause #4 to jump up on my list) I can't wait to try lion. It's supposed to be the BEST game meat from what I've heard.

It's okay by me. I just keep getting that much closer to having elk meat in my freezer

Saw you in Kearny! That was quite the carnival in town

The spring flowers sure do change the way the desert looks and there are poppies EVERYWHERE! BEAUTIFUL!

You suck...lol

This child did not want to go with me, but it wasn't a choice and you can certainly tell by the look on her face she had an absolutely wonderful time. The lady in yellow is one of the women I mentored at the javi camp. I showed her some of my world and she returned the favor