Learn how to use e-scouting tools. EVERYONE is tougher when typing on a keyboard. I use slope angle to find and pick my way up slopes.(Or figure out if it is doable) It is amazing how you can plot your way up. (See attached for reference)
I fish out of a kayak. Much better tools for the job vs a kayak. I built outriggers for mine and I still would not load a deer on it. (Maybe a cottontail or a squirrel!)
RE: Draw. Not 100% wrong. But the issues I have with a draw are as follows.
Eliminates all in person purchasing (After listening to a recent commission meeting, I sense they are still trying to have an opportunity for residents to purchase for an NR (EX Dad in now lives in FL)
Even with system...
I had 6 elk zones (prioritized) on my list. When my number came up, one zone was left (My lowest 2 zones were tied on my priority list) I took it. If another state comes through for me, the tag goes back. If not, I will be hunting ID for elk in 2024.
Every possible purchasing method has...
Great and/or lucky. (also keep in mind they happened 45-50 years ago and less "wise")
As a "ute", I killed a blackbird at ~ 50 yards with BB gun. Launching shots like we always did. It was at the top of a large tree. When I shot, it rotated 180 to hanging upside down. Never could hit it again...
No questions, but commendation! Great lead up story. Excellent capture of hunt and writing technique. And last but not least kudos to your daughter and yourself. You have made memories to last both of your lifetimes. Thanks for bringing us along.
For USFS, find the most recent MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map). Google the US forest and MVUM. (Some forests may have multiple maps due to size)
MVUM's are also downloadable via Avenza (Free) so you can have them on your phone.
Squirrel.
The MN DNR has NEVER cared about deer herd quality in MN. Their priority is "opportunity" (IE $$$$$$. Tag sales)
Look at when they schedule the gun/rifle season (Peak of rut in Nov. EVERY YEAR)
Look at what it takes to buy a deer gun license. (You can buy a buck tag, OTC, until the...
I would not give whiskey unless you know they like it. Might even offend them.
One of the things I have done is look up the local farm store and get them a gift card. (Always things they can use around the ranch) Per Rocky, hand it to them in person. Small gesture, but it sets you apart and...
Congratulations Brock! Take a victory lap. But having been involved in political battles over the years, keep this in mind. You have to win every time. The political opposition only has to win once. Be prepared next legislative biennium. And the next,,,,,,, and the next.