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    How to pick a spot to get dropped off for a caribou hunt?

    I’m hoping to plan another caribou hunt after the lackluster hunt that I had this year. Rather than using a transporter again, I’m instead leaning towards dealing directly with an air taxi service. I’m quite familiar with e-scouting for Western big game like elk and deer, but not at all for...
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    The caribou hunt that almost wasn’t

    This is the follow up of the caribou hunt that I had originally planned with Arctic Air. After a late cancellation of our hunt by Arctic Air, we scrambled and were able to book a hunt with an airboat transporter on the North Slope of the Brooks Range south of Deadhorse. Disclaimer...
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    Gut punch - September caribou hunt cancelled

    I got an email from my transporter this morning that he is canceling all of his hunts out of Fairbanks this year. I originally found out about this transporter from a member’s positive review of his trip on this forum a few years ago, so I wanted to warn others here who might consider using...
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    Trying to locate a new Winchester Model 70 .375 H&H

    I’m trying to find a new Winchester Model 70 (preferably Safari Express) in .375 H&H. I have notifications set for most of the major retailers, but none seem to have come in stock in the last 9 months. If you happen to see one for sale at a gun shop I’d love to know. Thank you!
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    Fairbanks, AK things to do/places to eat?

    I’ll be flying into Fairbanks as a starting point for a hunt in September. I’ve never been there before. Are there any must do activities or things to see there? How about the best places to eat? The airport here in Missoula is closing that week for 5 days, so I will likely start my trip...
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    Sheep feet custom insoles

    Does anyone have recent experience with Sheep feet custom insoles? I’m particularly interested in durability, since they are pretty expensive. For background, I have big (size 15) relatively flat feet. I have a pair of custom orthotics made by a podiatrist some time ago. I normally put that...
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    Anyone hunt with Unguided Alaska/Arctic Air this year?

    I paid a deposit on a transporter hunt with Unguided Alaska for caribou in September of 2025. Has anyone hunted with them this season? I understand that mid-season they changed their base from Kotzebue to Fairbanks. I’ve read a few less than encouraging trip reports on other forums regarding...
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    Further restrictions proposed for NR caribou hunting in Alaska

    I’m not sure if this has been posted already, but there are proposals to further restrict NR caribou hunting in NW Alaska. https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/proposals-to-close-non-resident-caribou-hunting-in-northwest-alaska/ It’s sadly another example of total ignorance of the science...
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    Afreeeca!!

    Here are some of the animals I hunted during my trip to South Africa in June. It was my first time hunting outside of the United States and it’s much different than hunting here, both in terms of methods and opportunities. We hunted exclusively on private land, which is the majority of hunting...
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    New camera recommendations?

    I’m headed to Africa in June for a 2-week trip, and I expect to take a lot of pictures. It got me thinking that I might want to invest in a camera. I have an iPhone 14, and they definitely take amazing pictures for a phone camera. I’m wondering if I might get better picture quality from a...
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    Fresh Tracks+ on LG tv

    I recently bought a new LG tv. I’m trying to add the Fresh Tracks+ app. On the TV’s list of “All Apps,” there is no Fresh Tracks listed. When I search for it I only find the TV show and YouTube videos. Has anyone else had success in adding the app to an LG tv?
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    2024 Arizona elk application deadline?

    Does anyone know when the AZ elk application deadline will be next year (2024)? I’m trying to figure out when to apply this year to maximize the mileage on my base hunting license, but I also don’t want to cut it too close if it’s not necessary. Thank you.
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    Maui things to do…

    A similar thread on another Hawaiian island inspired me to ask about Maui. My wife and I are headed there in 3 weeks. It is a 10th wedding anniversary trip of sorts, and our first trip without kids along in 8 years. What are some of your must sees? We have plans to do the Hana highway and...
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    Lund boat build

    I’m about to pull the trigger and put down a deposit on a Lund Tyee 1975 for next season. This will be a step up from my previous boat which was a 16 foot Tracker. I’ve gone over the details multiple times, but I’m curious what everyone’s must haves are? Anything you wish you had done...
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    “Travel” spinning rod for salmon

    My Dad and I are headed to Alaska this summer to fish for silvers. I’ve been looking for a 8-9 foot spinning rod rated for about 12 lb line that breaks down into 3 pieces. I have plenty of 2 piece rods, but they would be a little cumbersome on the plane. I haven’t had any luck thus far...
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    Why did this euro turn yellow?

    I had this euro done by a “professional” who uses a beetle cleaning method. When I got it back in spring 2019, the skull was very white, albeit stinky. Fast forward to now and it no longer smells, but it has yellowed significantly. It is still white under the areas that he glued (no clue why he...
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    Accessing National forest beyond private

    I am trying to figure out how to legally access a section of National Forest in Beaverhead County, MT that lies beyond private land. The private is actually enrolled as type 1 Block Management, but I’m not interested in hunting that property, but rather traveling through it on the road that is...
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    First shed

    My 6 year old found his first shed today, a pretty nice 4-point whitetail antler. I think he’s hooked.
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    Recommendations for Cody, WY area outfitter?

    I’m looking for recommendations for outfitters for a backcountry elk hunt near Cody. I’m a nonresident, hence the need for a guide to hunt the wilderness. I currently have 9 points and will probably cash them out in the next 2 or 3 years. I know good outfitters can book a year or two out, so...
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    Rifle prep for monolithic bullets?

    I would like to try a Barnes bullet this upcoming elk season. It will be my first time shooting them. I read that you should do a thorough cleaning of all the copper in your barrel before switching from a jacketed bullet to a monolithic bullet, or else the fouling will be worse due to the...
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