Coach Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Just around the corner, still two weeks away and I can barely sleep! Somewhere up there is a huge buck that I hope to out-maneuver! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KaibabHunter Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Good luck coach! Hope you find what you're lookin for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bonecollector Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Good luck I hope you smoke a big one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twigsnapper Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Good Luck! Keep us updated if you can. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle Eye Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Good luck! What a tag to have... any scouting reports? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted October 26, 2012 So far, what I've heard is bucks that were 200" last year are 190-ish this year. Very little water in the spring seems to have had a negative affect on growth. That said, I can count the 190" bucks I've seen alive, in person on one finger, so I'm not too discouraged by the "less than optimal" horn growth. I'm not going up there with "200+ or nothing" approach. I just want to have a good time, see some good deer in amazing country, and if it is my turn to get a crack at one of those big boys, I hope all my practice and preparation come together when it counts. What's really cool, is how many people have been willing to share information so when I get up there I'll have a clue what I'm doing. Most, if not all of the people who have gotten me pointed in the right direction are from this site, and I am truly grateful to all of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhunter Report post Posted October 26, 2012 Glad to hear the positive feedback on info from hunters, no one gives up their spots for oct in 36 b since its an easy draw but when someone gets a once in a lifetime tag everyone is willing to help out, good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tjhunt2 Report post Posted October 26, 2012 Good luck my friend and I hope you shoot a good buck. Wish I had some info but infortunately I don't. TJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trphyhntr Report post Posted October 26, 2012 Just around the corner, still two weeks away and I can barely sleep! Somewhere up there is a huge buck that I hope to out-maneuver! yellowjacket pride! good luck bro, im jealous as can be Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted October 31, 2012 Huge thanks again for all the support. At this point, I'm on track with as much information and planning as anyone going up there "self-guided" can be. I put that in quotes, because in no way will I be self-guided at this point in the literal sense. I may very well be alone for the full hunt, but I'll be sleeping in a wall tent provided by friends (both Mark and Big Bry have offered their wall tents), focusing on areas that were suggested by people who have been up there and hunted it in the past, including one of our members (Ryan) who hunted it for 22 days during the archery hunt, a couple guys who guide up there, but were willing to give some very detailed advice (Kent McClendon, Eric Santanna). My new friend Jason Standage was up there doing road work around St. George. Jason sent me pix and updates of everything he saw in his down time. I can't say enough about Kent McClendon. He's currently running an outfitting buisiness.http://www.extremetrophyhuntsaz.com/. I first met Kent through CWT, and was just learning how to hunt in Arizona, a long time ago. We have yet to meet in person or share a hunt, but over the years we've been in touch. When I realized I had drawn this hunt, my first call was to him. So, whatever happens on this hunt, even if I come home empty handed, I have a LOT of really nice people to thank for making sure I don't start out clueless. I'll do my best to chronicle the hunt, take notes, and pass on as much as I can to the next CWT member that embarks on this journey. One thing I can promise, I type a lot and take lot of pictures, so if you want a long story, you are in for a treat whether I kill a buck or not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snapshot Report post Posted October 31, 2012 A 16 day hunt on the strip. What an awesome time you will have. Enjoy yourself and be safe. The big one is waiting for you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
izquik72 Report post Posted October 31, 2012 That is great you were able to secure knowledge and experience from other members here. I am sure you will so great and have an awesome hunt. Hopefully someday I will get the opportunity to travel the same path. (13 pts and counting) Cant wait to hear about your adventure Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cramerhunts Report post Posted October 31, 2012 Good luck Coach! Go get em and I can't wait for your return to read all about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huntscout Report post Posted November 12, 2012 Tease, tease, tease!!!!! I got a text last night from Coach that said Buck Down.... No picts, details, etc. C'mon Jason... get that cell booster running. You're killing me!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhunter Report post Posted November 12, 2012 Awesome news! Rather quick hunt, must be a beautiful buck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
