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    Drought for the west

    Good soaking rain overnight into this morning, now off and on at 7800', SW CO. And damn, do we need it. Forgot to set up my rain barrels last night, though, big mistake.
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    House Insurance Canceled due to Wildfires Potential

    Thanks for the reminder, been meaning to check with my insurance agent to make sure we're not too underinsured, risk is going to be high this year. Whenever I've had to talk to my car insurer, they give the "you can save by bundling your home and auto" spiel. I laugh and ask them to give me a...
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    Facebook Marketplace Gold

    I'd agree if it was going to a baby in need, but apparently there's a market for breast milk in the body-building community. Beefcake Chad doesn't deserve donations. The things you learn when you have a baby... Haven't convinced my wife yet to test the market.
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    Drought for the west

    Which rivers? Waiting on lottery permits, though I did take into account the terrible winter when choosing dates... SW CO has had basically no snow (about 16" at 7800'), after a similar winter last year. Could be an ugly fire season.
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    The dream that began it all

    Gaper!
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    Chainsaw Safety gear

    Anyone else use their chainsaw chaps for pronghorn crawlstalking? Not exactly cool in the heat, but sure help with the cacti.
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    Tent camping in November

    BV/Salida are in the "banana belt" known for their mild weather compared to pretty much everywhere else at similar elevations. No hesitation to camp in third rifle. It can be plenty cold, of course, the higher you go...
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    All criticism warranted, minus the roadkill, I've got no regrets there. I definitely thought I had a better handle on things than I really did, and was feeling confident for this late part of the season, wrongly, in hindsight. Certainly didn't mean to make it sound like I'm blaming anyone but...
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    A few days are left in the season, but my efforts are over, had to get home to head out for thanksgiving Monday. Put in a total of 10 days hunting plus some scouting without seeing a single sheep. Not a great tally. With an assist from @Oak I did talk to the biologist, who gave me some helpful...
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    270 win ammo at 1990 prices.

    Sold out again, alas.
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    Also, to add to my tale of incompetence, I took a trip into town yesterday to borrow a couple things. Mr. Buddy heater and swanky canvas tent are clutch, but I forgot to borrow my buddy's spotter, so I'm glassing with my 8x binos (on a tripod at least) - which are great for the thick timber...
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    I've spent most of my time within that stretch - reservoir and a bit up, trying to glass the south facing hills going up from the river - either from above or below. They definitely are here at some points, so it could be I just need more glassing time. Or they're here at a different time of...
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    Thanks, I'd love a phone number! Was planning to call tomorrow again anyway. Not sure why the weird response discouraging me from talking to the biologist, seemed odd.
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    I have been playing phone tag with the local wildlife officer since June. I'm winning. I've called the local CPW office asking for a biologist instead - I've always been told, no you don't want to talk to them. Not a vote of confidence from your colleague. I joined the RMBS, but live a good...
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    An incompetent CO ewe hunter bleats for help

    Sorry to disappoint.
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