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    Carrying a rifle for bear during an archery elk hunt in New Mexico

    I've applied for a few units in New Mexico for archery elk that have an OTC any-legal-weapon bear season at the same time. If I'm lucky enough to draw (not holding my breath), would I legally be allowed to pick up an OTC bear tag, and carry a rifle with me as well? Obviously would only use it...
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    Utah archery hunts in the early part of the season?

    Due to my schedule this Fall, it looks like my only chance to get out west will be to head to Utah for a general archery hunt in the early part of the season (Mid-August). Any advice for what type of terrain/cover to look into, or any other tips? Not looking for units or locations - I'll do...
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    Use grandpa’s old 30-06, or buy something new?

    I’m hoping to head out west this Spring for bear, and might do one rifle hunt/year after that. I’ve got my grandfathers Remington 742 in 30-06 that’s in good condition. I’ve also been eyeing a Savage Axis, or Thompson Center Compass - partly because the rebates have made them so affordable...
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    What's the minimum amount of time you'd consider for an archery Mule Deer hunt?

    I'm planning out 2019, and I'm considering trying to double up on hunts this year. I live in Ohio, so the biggest issue I face is making the actual trip out and back. I have the points to draw a Utah general archery hunt for Mule Deer, and I'm also considering a Colorado OTC elk hunt. In a...
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    Pick a new spot, or try my luck again in the same area?

    So - last year my partner and I kind of stumbled into a decent little patch of woods that seemed to hold plenty of elk. It was our first hunt, and I got a shot at a good 6pt (wounded him, tracked him for miles, never found him. I posted the story a few months ago). The area looked like it was...
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    Colorado OTC, or Wyoming General for 2019?

    My 2018 elk season is over, so I’m already thinking ahead to next year. I have 2 pts in wyoming, which will hopefully be enough to draw a general tag. But, Im also considering OTC in colorado again. I know there are exceptions to everything, and there are good and bad spots in both, but in...
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    The story of my first elk hunt. From the highest of highs, to the lowest of lows.

    After two years of lurking on here, reading everything I can find, and saving, planning, and saving some more - I finally made it out to Colorado for my first Elk hunt. Here's the story: Due to my work schedule, the only chance I had this year was the first week of the season. After working a...
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    Keeping dead horns in wilderness area?

    Found this on a recent elk hunt in a wilderness area of Colorado. I left it because I wasn’t sure of the law, and because I felt like that horn needed to be on the mountain. I found it in a ridiculous hell-hole, and if anyonelse ever makes it up there they deserve to find it too. But, I was...
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    Smoke situation in Colorado

    Was planning on heading out on Friday for our OTC archery hunt. Depending on how the drive goes, we have two areas in mind - either the Mt. Zirkle area, near Steamboat - or the West Elks. Any idea what the smoke situation is like in either of those spots? The West Elks adds on about 3-4 more...
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    What does "Being in shape" mean to you?

    It seems that every single piece of advice I read on any forum, article, tea-leaves etc. all say the same thing: "be in shape". Regardless of unit, everyone says "Man, that's some rough country. You better be in shape." So - what does that mean? I'm heading to Colorado in a couple weeks for...
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    How many Havalon blades do you take with you?

    Heading into the Colorado mountains in a few weeks, and finalizing my gear list. This will be my first year with a replaceable blade knife. Just curious how many blades you take with you into the field? I realize I could take like 15, and probably not noticed a difference in weight - but it's...
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    Send me your GPS coordinates for honey holes in Colorado 63.

    Kidding, obviously...(but, if you want to send me info about honey holes, I won't turn it down). Buddy and I are heading out to Colorado 63 for archery season. It's our first time in the area, and any info you might have about general logistics would be really appreciated. Also, trying to get...
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    California Blacktail in July

    Hey all, My schedule in the Fall is really busy with work, so I have to try and get most of my hunting done before the second week of September - which obviously makes things a little complicated. I've got an elk trip planned this year, and am looking for options for the next few seasons. One...
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    Colorado Hunter's Ed Requirement

    Filling out my application for preference points in Colorado (nothing like waiting until the last minute) and it's asking for my education number. The only options I'm able to select are "Firearm's Certified" or "Test 50". Do I select "Firearm's Certified" and enter my Ohio number? That seems...
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    Synthetic pant odor control

    I'm heading on a week-long hunt this Fall, and I'm trying to get my gear sorted out. I'm a midwest guy, so I'm new to this whole backcountry thing. I'm looking at a couple different synthetic pants, because I'd like to be able to use them for other stuff besides just hunting, and most of the...
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    Possible dry fire - how to tell if bow is ok?

    So, I bought a Tru-Fire draw check a few weeks ago to work in a few practice draws inside without risking a dry-fire. Huge mistake. The thing just broke while I was letting down, and sent a missile flying across the room, shattering a window. I’ve checked the bow out, and everything seems fine...
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    What do you love about Mule Deer Hunting?

    Im a Midwest guy who sits in a tree all fall, playing on my phone, waiting for waiting for a whitetail to wander by...or not. However, this year I’m heading out west for my first hunt in the mountains, and I cant wait. I applied for New Mexico Elk, and when I don’t draw that, the plan is...
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    YouTube bans videos that sell guns - how will this affect hunting videos?

    https://www.engadget.com/2018/03/21/youtube-bans-gun-and-accessories-videos/ Just came out today. A TON of hunting shows are sponsored by firearm/ammunition manufacturers. Will be interesting to see if this affects them as well. Big Fin - is your channel in jeopardy?? Reddit also had a...
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    Arizona Points Question

    So, I’m still trying to figure this whole western points game out, and I keep waffling on my decisions. I wasn’t convinced I wanted to drop $160/year on AZ Deer/Elk/Pronghorn points, so I didn’t apply during the elk draw. Now, I’m having second thoughts. My question is, if I buy the AZ license...
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    Reasonably priced (<$200) boots?

    I’m in the market for a pair of boots for my first elk hunt this fall and need some suggestions. I’ve seen good stuff about Kenetrek, but I justcan’t justify spending nearly $500 on a pair of boots. I don’t mind making an investment, but I can’t make that work right now. Any other suggestions...
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