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    Preoccupation with Score

    I know a couple of people who, no matter what hunt they are going on, what animal they or someone else takes, it's always about the score. This scores better than that one, I wouldn't shoot that one, etc. They are totally fixated on score and I honestly get tired of all of their texts and emails...
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    0 degree synthetic recommendation

    Going on a late Oct goat hunt in BC where its going to be wet, and looking for a 0 degree synthetic. Backpack friendly. Any recommendations?
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    Increasing Warmth of Sleeping Bag

    If I have a 20 degree bag, but need a 0 degree, can I wear goose down pants/a heavy base layer top inside the bag? While I prefer sleeping in boxers and a shirt, I'd rather not have to pay for another bag if there is a more practical way to accomplish the same thing I will have a 5R pad FYI
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    Coastal AK/BC goat hunting seasons

    What is considered a late season goat hunt in coastal Alaska or coastal BC as far as dates/time of year? Other than billies having longer hair than early season, what are some things that are unique about "late season" vs "early season" or "winter hunt"? TIA
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    Trophy Qualities for Mountain Goats

    In looking at various goat outfitters, some advertise 10" average, some say 9-9.5, some say 8.5-9+. Seems the coastal billies are biggest, and late season gives best odds for a "book billy". When I ask an outfitter about this they will usually give a range, but many will dismiss the horns and...
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    Elk Rifle Conundrum

    I’m planning to go on a backcountry elk hunt this year where I need to be ready for a 600 yard shot. Here is what I currently have: 20 inch 270 22 inch 300 win 24 inch 7mm-08 I’ve run the numbers on all of these with loads I have on JBM ballistics and a 200 grain accubond out of my 300 win...
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    Sheep Show in Reno

    I live on the East Coast and am thinking of going to the sheep show. I make just over $135K/year, so after paying the mortgage and other bills, I really dont have much of a hunting budget left over. I do dream of hunting all the sheep, many of the goats, and just love being in the mountains...
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    Outfitter Recommendation for 2024 (MT and CO)

    Looking for archery elk for this year. Should draw a general tag in MT, but If not, backup plan is CO OTC Looking for a wilderness hunt.
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