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    hunting a burn

    I hunt burn areas in So New Mexico, unit 36 primarily. The elk there hang out all over it...totally feed driven. The area burned 5yrs ago so there has been substantial growth with grazing all through the area. I would imagine that like most areas, the best feed will hold them and keep the...
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    Trekking poles

    I would echo Black Diamond brand. The chouce then becomes aluminum or carbon fiber which really is a price/weight decision. They are extremely helpful on uneven terrain. My ortho doc insisted that I use them post-op.....I did and now use at least one most of the time. It doubles as a bino...
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    sleeping bags

    I'm using a Western Mountaineering Sequoia x-long. Sized to fit 6'6"...5 degree rating. Pricey but exceptional piece of gear. Packs small, and very very roomy. I'm 6'2. 195 and a side sleeper....no issues at all. Toasty. Also have an EE 20 degree quilt that allows for a lot of movement...
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    New Mexico - Elk - 3rd Season - Unit 12

    Camping potential at a BLM site on Hwy 117 W of Grants near 'The Narrows'. Also, take a look at the chain of craters area(north of 117), often overlooked but can produce. Also check maps for the country 3 or 4 miles due north of Quemado, also overlooked by most but produces consistently...
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    NM Drought.

    work your maps & google earth, lots of two-tracks in 'A", great hunt tho.....jealous!!!
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    Info on 16A NM archery Elk first season

    take a look at the country around Collins Park (find on maps), its on the edge of A but a great jumping off location
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    NM Drought.

    Hey lastlight....lots of water in the Gila. Many stock tanks and waterholes. The waterholes may get low if the summer monsoons don't hit in Juy/Aug.. I would assume no potable water unless you're in a improved campground. Bring a filter or water treatment method. Bulk water availble in...
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    MT/NV Timer

    Hello all, I've been registered for a while but now getting around to first post. Hunt primarily Mulies & Elk, both in NM and Montana. Grew up hunting in Nevada pre-draw years. When I don't draw I guide in NM usually archery and mz....fills the need to be in mountains chasing game. Didn't...

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