naturegirl

That's EXACTLY what I was saying months ago. Some of the areas they closed are very close to the size of the "wilderness areas" in many units. We hike A LOT too (we are not road hunters in any sense of the word), but come on 4 miles is pushing it a little (as a crow flies). And I love the rock idea...hehe. Guess I'm much too nice of a person to have thought of that one Fill out the change forms. I'm going to attach a link here in a new post. If you don't fill one out than, you can't say much more because if we are discussing it here that means we know about it. I'm not on G&Fs e-mail so I did not know about it until right before it was going into effect so I didn't say anything before but I am now.

this whole thing angers me. I think FS needs a lawsuit to challenge this. I 100% agree with some restrictions but the majority of us stay on trails anyhow. the people that don't aren't going to no matter what the rules are. and I'm angered that roads I've used for 10 years now are closed. now some of these roads yes I agree with. they go nowhere or there are other roads that get u to the same spot. BUT some of the closed roads are the only way to get from point a to point b, but I'm gonna take this up with them by filling out the proposed change form. don't even get me started with camping 10 yards off a road. half my family has asthma and can't sit in the dust from the roads. we have a 5th wheel so its not like we go far anyways but i don't like camping 30 or even 300 feet from certain well traveled roads because of the dust.

very nice!

i dont know your area but u can always crop the picture if theres any worry that someone may know the area. it's what I do.

it looks like their antlers are darker than what I'm seeing in other units. is it because of the different nutrients, soot, etc, in the soil from the fire?

we had a strap cut on one of them last week. the camera was misplaced but either it was some sort of "warning" or the lock and chain kept them from stealing it. if it was a warning, we'll be sure and hunt all around that water hole in a couple weeks and i sure hope I don't happen to mess up anyones hunt who may be sitting a tree stand on said water hole ;0)

walking too fast. drives me crazy when we bump animals. I want to see them before they see me!

I don't often ask for prayers but I took my 19 year old son to a specialiat today to have a lump in his neck evaluated. they ended up doing an in office biopsy, ordering a CT, and may need to remove it for a better biopsy). I'm praying it's something benign but a couple of the doctor's (who is considered by some to be one of the top cancer ENT docs in AZ) comments have me concerned. As a parent, I have tons of thoughts running through my head but I'm trying to think positive until we get definitive results. My boy hunts too and is very active. I believe in the power of prayer. If you can say a small prayer for him, I would much appreciate it . Thanks so much.

outdoorsman with panning. it is wonderful!

very very cool!

this is a tough topic because there is an unlimited amount of scenerios that could present. I have done good I. my first 4 years of hunting to only take shots I'm 100% comfortable with. does this mean I've had many missed opportunities because I wasn't confident in the shot...yes. but 3 of 3 animals that I have shot I've recovered within 10 feet of where I shot it. I like close shots with a bow and only distances I've practiced with a rifle. I know eventually something will go wrong but I want to keep the odds in my favor thru practice and good shots. it takes restraint to pass up shots

I had the monarchs for years. absolutely loved them. last year i decided to make my first big hunting purchase and i looked at higher end binos. I went with swaro10x52 EL. I carry them in my bino strap with a cover. for other long distance situations they work beautifully on a tripod. I carry that on my pack too sometimes. couple weekends ago I used the monarchs and i couldn't believe how many animals I've probably missed over the years by not being able to see them. it really is a huge difference on how small of a detail you can pick out with good glass.

I put it in my case and use cargo netting. nothing fancy but works for me. I also started putting something soft under my sight so there's no pressure on it (had 1 break before). I have an old fleece scarf I use.

good info!

scout and find roosting trees. if no opportunities in the morning, walk around slowly and they may be close. this is how I got mine. we missed the fly down but I was able to get in front of them on the ground.

Absolutely beautiful pics! my tag would look just as beautiful on any one of them

I'm going with Kuiu. I have tried the more affordable gear and its not what I want. I've used my rain gear many times every year up north and down south. last Jan I chased deer for days down south in the rain. I'm ready to stay dry!

I was too late but very cool site!

outdoorsman. I love mine. pricey but I looked at it that its a one time purchase.

+1. You must be able to use it to protect yourself period. does little good otherwise. come to think about it, I like the revolver idea for someone who doesn't shoot a lot. the only downfall for me is reloading if needed. I like to pop a slide out and pop one in. a revolver takes ME forever. +1 laser

I have a dilemma. I carry a Ruger LCP .380 (w/laser) with me when I’m hunting. I like it because of its size and ease to carry. Well, 2 weekends ago my husband and our hunting buddy were chased by a mama bear with a cub. My husband was carrying a 40 caliber and his shot gun for turkey. The bear chased/charged them multiple times and they had to shoot their shot gun in front of her 3 times and finally she backed off enough to let them get out of the area. My husband spoke to a friend who was carrying a 40 and was attacked by a bear in Colorado. It took 6 shots to take the bear down. I want to upgrade to a bigger caliber sidearm, but am unsure if I should go with a smaller caliber that holds more rounds or a larger caliber that holds 2 less rounds. I also prefer something small enough to carry inside my waistband. I know it’s not likely that I will ever be attacked by a bear, but I want to be prepared if I am…LOL. Just curious of others thoughts/opinions on this.

I take back my recommendation. my MIL had an LCP. but had a hard time with the slide (she was not strong enough ). guess it depends on the woman's strength.

we have a close to stock rhino and love it. my sister had a ranger and i felt it was too big, stiff ride, and uncomfortable seats.

I have a ruger lcp w/ laser. fits me fine. small and easy to conceal. easy on kick

this is from one of my 1st posts here. I've come quite a ways since then but look at my pics of the deer G&F said was a hybrid. I've never seen pics of him taken so if someone has them, plz post http://forums.coueswhitetail.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=22799&view=&hl=&fromsearch=1