AZP&Y Report post Posted February 9, 2007 My philosphy is 2 fold. I am in the process of hiking sections of the Arizona Trail . You know , 800 miles from the Mexico border to the Utah border. So I'll do say 30 miles in 3 days and always "scout out" some new country. Traveling over 100 miles on foot last year allows me to really see the topography, stop read a map, take a picture, mark a water hole. You get the picture. Quads move to fast and I'm not in a hurry anyway. Goal for 2007 is to get another 100 miles under my belt and scout out new country. I'm also an Arizona Trail steward, so I get to talk to many hikers, forest service personel, equestrians to find out what they have seen along the way. It never hurts to ask questions? Like HOW BIG WAS THAT BUCK ???? Enjoyed reading the philosphy and how each 'hunt/scout' style is unique. AzP&Y And if you're interested check out http://www.aztrail.org/ Catch you on the trail.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHT_MTNMAN Report post Posted February 9, 2007 I've only hunted a few of the good areas, and what draws me to each unit for bowhunting is dependent upon the vegetation and "stalkability" of an area. Last year the southern units had lots and lots of tall grass and during the dry times I didn't hunt it at all because of stalking. I spent more of my time north in areas that had better "stalkability". As you can see it really paid off with the big buck I didn't shoot this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobbyo Report post Posted February 9, 2007 I like to e scout. Hunters say they hate e scouters and like keeping their spots secret, but deep down they can't help themselves. if they find a good spot, they are really dying to share it with people. it is hard keeping secrets. Plus everyone wants to show off a little. In addition hunters with great spots always thinks they can find a better one , so what would be the problem in telling just one person.... Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues 'n' Sheep Report post Posted February 9, 2007 I like to e scout. Hunters say they hate e scouters and like keeping their spots secret, but deep down they can't help themselves. if they find a good spot, they are really dying to share it with people. it is hard keeping secrets. Plus everyone wants to show off a little. In addition hunters with great spots always thinks they can find a better one , so what would be the problem in telling just one person.... Bob LOL!!! I like that.... and I might even resemble that remark!!! Always chasin' rainbows! I think we all do that, a little.... or a lot. But, I can tell you this..... the best way to keep me out of a spot I've never been is to tell me that you are hunting there. To me it is like casting across the guy next to you who is catching a bunch of fish.... My dad had term for that, and it is not acceptable to say in public.... so I won't repeat it. I mean what pride is there in Piracy..... I have to drive my 4-wheeler farther or get my Wife out of bed 2+ hours before daylight to drop me at a trail when I hunt with a bow now days.... That is a pain. That is why I am interested in trying new things where fewer people know what I drive..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shortpants Report post Posted February 9, 2007 For me trying new areas is what makes it fun. I love learning new areas and whether or not I succeed or fail at harvesting a trophy buck doesn't matter (ok maybe a little). I say welcome the challenge and enjoy every adventure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COOSEFAN Report post Posted February 9, 2007 My philosphy is 2 fold. I am in the process of hiking sections of the Arizona Trail . You know , 800 miles from the Mexico border to the Utah border. So I'll do say 30 miles in 3 days and always "scout out" some new country. Traveling over 100 miles on foot last year allows me to really see the topography, stop read a map, take a picture, mark a water hole. You get the picture. Quads move to fast and I'm not in a hurry anyway. Goal for 2007 is to get another 100 miles under my belt and scout out new country. I'm also an Arizona Trail steward, so I get to talk to many hikers, forest service personel, equestrians to find out what they have seen along the way. It never hurts to ask questions? Like HOW BIG WAS THAT BUCK ???? Enjoyed reading the philosphy and how each 'hunt/scout' style is unique. AzP&Y And if you're interested check out http://www.aztrail.org/ Catch you on the trail.... This is good info.........the AZ trail winds smack dab in the middle of some of my favorite "honey holes"! WHT-MTNMAN also has great info.........the "stalkability" of an area is a huge consideration! Your time is better spent in an area that offers a better chance of actually getting a good shot at the deer you find. Some areas are great at finding deer, but killing one is a different story........ie: I'd rather find less deer and have a better chance of also getting a shot! My opinion is when looking at new country, find areas with limited access and get away from the crowds. Spend alot of time there covering ground on foot in hard to get places and you'd be surprised at how fast you learn the area and find hidden water sources or trail intersections and bedding areas. Also, like bobbyo touched on, don't tell anyone about what you find.......keep it for yourself! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IHunt2live Report post Posted February 9, 2007 My philosphy is 2 fold. I am in the process of hiking sections of the Arizona Trail . You know , 800 miles from the Mexico border to the Utah border. So I'll do say 30 miles in 3 days and always "scout out" some new country. Traveling over 100 miles on foot last year allows me to really see the topography, stop read a map, take a picture, mark a water hole. You get the picture. Quads move to fast and I'm not in a hurry anyway. Goal for 2007 is to get another 100 miles under my belt and scout out new country. I'm also an Arizona Trail steward, so I get to talk to many hikers, forest service personel, equestrians to find out what they have seen along the way. It never hurts to ask questions? Like HOW BIG WAS THAT BUCK ???? Enjoyed reading the philosphy and how each 'hunt/scout' style is unique. AzP&Y And if you're interested check out http://www.aztrail.org/ Catch you on the trail.... This is good info.........the AZ trail winds smack dab in the middle of some of my favorite "honey holes"! WHT-MTNMAN also has great info.........the "stalkability" of an area is a huge consideration! Your time is better spent in an area that offers a better chance of actually getting a good shot at the deer you find. Some areas are great at finding deer, but killing one is a different story........ie: I'd rather find less deer and have a better chance of also getting a shot! My opinion is when looking at new country, find areas with limited access and get away from the crowds. Spend alot of time there covering ground on foot in hard to get places and you'd be surprised at how fast you learn the area and find hidden water sources or trail intersections and bedding areas. Also, like bobbyo touched on, don't tell anyone about what you find.......keep it for yourself! I like what Coosefan had to say. I also like to find those areas that hard to get to. The harder it is to get to the better hunting is. It's those places to search for an old coues. I've also found a lot of deer hunting places while quail hunting. I cover a lot of gound while quail hunting and well, I'm searching for birds not deer so i don't feel to bad bugering up the area sence I won't be in that area for a while. I search for any deer sign and look water. Basicly what I'm saying is that put some rubber on the ground and explore before the deer hunting season. I also look for those places that allow me to glass a lot of country. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjmhunter Report post Posted February 10, 2007 "also, like bobbyo touched on, don't tell anyone about what you find.......keep it for yourself! Don't tell him that Jim, I wont have a new place to hunt next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4Falls Report post Posted February 10, 2007 Gino, I know its hard to give up on "proven" areas. This year Ive decided to just drop all my sweet spots and start fresh, so to speak, closer to home. It made no sense to drive away from perfectly good deer and elk. Although I may have to broaden my horizons and start hunting mulies. Anyway, with your knowledge of coues deer I think if you just apply what you already know to any unit you will be successful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues 'n' Sheep Report post Posted February 11, 2007 "also, like bobbyo touched on, don't tell anyone about what you find.......keep it for yourself! Don't tell him that Jim, I wont have a new place to hunt next year. Next Year????? How bout this year?????? Got to get off of the sofa to hunt, or Scout for that matter! Only the guys that show up get to see the new stuff......cuz.... I'lllllll nevver telllllll.......... ....... Manny......... :lol: Hey, Jeff. Good luck on those new spots.... May they become, "Honey Holes"!!!! And thanks for the vote of confidence! I think that understanding the animal you are hunting and the time of year you are hunting them is very important in searching out any future "Honey Hole". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Huntn coues Report post Posted February 12, 2007 Gino- Guess I need to take the LOW JACK off your truck since your areas went to crap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted February 12, 2007 Gino- Guess I need to take the LOW JACK off your truck since your areas went to crap. Ya, I'll pull the tracking device out of his range finder too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues 'n' Sheep Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Gino- Guess I need to take the LOW JACK off your truck since your areas went to crap. Well.. .. I knew that there had to be a reason all my favorite spots to pull over and take a leak were getting hunted so hard! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Huntn coues Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Speaking of taking a leak- I think you wizzed on my stands back in December cuz I did not see jack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues 'n' Sheep Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Speaking of taking a leak- I think you wizzed on my stands back in December cuz I did not see jack. Nope.... I just put up Detour Signs around your stand.........the deer seemed to follow the Detour signs..... ..... How bout you Troy....... How are you gunna go about finding a new spot this year???? Are going to pick a new unit closer to home this year? Or do you stay in the same unit and work a lot harder???? That is the real Question.... for each of us to answer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
