Recent content by rwbowser
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300 win for Pronghorn
I’m not an operator, just a lawyer without a ton of confidence in my shooting ability. I just started hunting the last 3 years and have one nice elk to my credit though, 352 yards downhill. Proud of that shot since I’d literally never shot on a range that went past 300 and based my holdover on... -
300 win for Pronghorn
I’m quite guilty of what you’re suggesting. I’m not too much of a gear nerd but I live in Florida and have more money than time, and not nearly the access to places to shoot as those of you who don’t live in a city with 3 million other people. But I’ve taken up hunting in the last few years and... -
300 win for Pronghorn
I wish I knew how to use it a little better! But yes I have it set up for my round with a sig scope married to a sig rangefinder with all the bullet data and muzzle velocity, it’s a nice little system. The Gunwerks rounds are great out of this rifle and I’d just as soon keep everything as is... -
300 win for Pronghorn
Thanks for all the advice everyone! I’m shying away from buying another gun because I’ve got champagne taste and a beer budget at the moment. Stupid COVID pay cuts at my place of business, should hopefully be back to normal soon but until then I’m focused on making sure everything stays the same... -
300 win for Pronghorn
So I’m pretty new to hunting and have only one hunting rifle, but it’s a doozy: Gunwerks Magnus in 300 win, set up to shoot their 208 gr round. It’s a comfortable and accurate rifle, no complaints. But I’ve got my first antelope hunt next year and I fear this setup is a bit overkill. Any factory... -
Kodiak Blacktail Hunt
I can’t speak to Alaska but I just started hunting as well, 3 years in a row southern Montana for elk. I was told to buy gaiters and I’m so glad I did. They’ll save your pants from getting beat up and soaked, stop Water from getting in the top of your boots. They’re cheap and light to pack. Well...- rwbowser
- Post #22
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Let’s See Your Favorite Mount
Awesome. My hunt is in the northernmost part of NL, which I hear has good moose and fewer roads. It’ll be a combo moose and caribou, really hoping to get a shot at a moose as nice as yours.- rwbowser
- Post #77
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Alaska for the paranoid
Just started noticing how many boat based hunts start with a sea plane ride to wherever the boat is moored. I’ll pay close attention, thanks!- rwbowser
- Post #32
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
Thanks for the advice, I’ll be sure to add some cushion to both sides of any trip there. I have a Newfoundland hunt booked for this year (highly doubt it’s going to happen due to the travel ban) and I was surprised to see how few flights there are, requiring me to add a few extra days just to...- rwbowser
- Post #26
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
Thanks for the support on that, I appreciate it. I’ve heard stories of being stuck out there in situations like that where the outfitters lack of planning or attention really created risks for their hunters.- rwbowser
- Post #25
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Brown Down
Holy smokes. That is terrifying, and impressive he kept it together. Not sure I would have been able to.- rwbowser
- Post #4
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
A big part of me agrees, but I mitigate my risks when I can. No more road cycling (in a busy city it’s nuts), no more motorcycles, but I’ll still skateboard around my (quiet, gated) neighborhood with my 8 year old, just not jumping off anything anymore! I’ve loved the adventure of elk hunting...- rwbowser
- Post #22
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
Great, I’m looking for a guide who fits that bill. I even called WTA and was told in no uncertain terms if I’m not flying in a bush plane I absolutely cannot hunt Alaska. Probably just meant that WTA couldn’t sell me a hunt that didn’t involve a bush plane, so I’ll keep looking. Hoping for a...- rwbowser
- Post #18
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
That would be great. If you or anyone else reading this has a guide recommendation I’d love to hear it!- rwbowser
- Post #17
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
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Alaska for the paranoid
I appreciate your honesty there. I used to ride motorcycles and do lots of other things I probably shouldn’t have (!!) but these days with three little ones I’ve caught the fear—not really for myself but for my kids in the event something happens to me. Seeing a pilot white knuckled and sweating...- rwbowser
- Post #16
- Forum: Hunting in Alaska
