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    Another One Bites The Dust... So long Kuiu

    Gotta love when a company loses their value prop. We are low overhead, direct to consumer, meaning better products at lower prices is gone.....
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    AZ Limited Opportunity Elk

    That is a really really tough hunt. There are elk scattered in tiny pockets but there is way more country that doesn’t hold elk. If you really want an elk, I’d hire a guide.
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    My son tore his ACL…

    My wife is a D1 athletic trainer and has returned over 20 athletes from ACL surgery back to competition. Quad tendon is the gold standard for reconstruction. The biggest things post surgery are getting the knee moving as quickly as possible to regain flexion. Next will be regaining strength...
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    Kaibab Plateau Early Rifle Hunt

    Khunter, your story led me to stop applying for those GC bison tags. I couldn't imagine spending that much time and money in apps to have the entire group of hunters go zero.
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    Arizona Deer OTC Archery 2026

    The biggest thing I've seen is people are now shooting 50+ yards on deer. The challenge to get within 50 is massive compared to the 100-50 yard range.
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    Kaibab Plateau Early Rifle Hunt

    His back forks look weak from the drought stunting them. The weekend is looking good weather wise, so I'd expect some other opportunities.
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    Kaibab Plateau Early Rifle Hunt

    Rut doesn't happen till December down here.
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    Kaibab Plateau Early Rifle Hunt

    It should be open
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    Kaibab Plateau Early Rifle Hunt

    I heard that the deer are still in the burn area, and are a lot easier to spot. It may be a banner year with a lot of bucks getting shot with the increased visibility.
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    AZ spring draw is hitting credit cards

    I'm in the phx area if you ever want a partner
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    AZ spring draw is hitting credit cards

    I party apped with someone and didn't draw. Now I'm going to have 4 points next year for javelina....
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    PERMIT NO. 001

    Congrats, if you want any tips let me know. I know that area pretty well.
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    Carry a stove? Solo?

    Unless the forecast calls for wicked cold, skip the stove. I’d carry more weight for warm beverages / hot water bottles at night.
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    2025 Colorado Bighorn Sheep Hunt

    This might be one of the all time greats live threads. LFG!!!
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    Sunday Pic of the Day

    Racing the haboob home from work.
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