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Sorry for the late response. Had a family member pass away, and life’s been hectic. We ended up getting the big Bo pass, and we ended up camping in my trailer out there. Before the hunt there was some pretty good rain in that area, which made for some very muddy roads. But it dried up for the most part before the hunt started. In two scouting trips I found 4 different groups of elk, and a few nice bulls. On opening morning we set up on a spot where we had found the biggest bull. It was a nice 6x7 in the 340-360 range. Unfortunately on the way up, my dad fell really hard and landed on the gun. We hoped for the best, but our fears were confirmed. We got a good shot at the bull and my dad missed. We went and sailed the gun back in and went back to work. We never could turn up that bull again, and some other hunters moved in. We went to another few spots, and saw bulls, but they were always too far for a shot. We tried a few walks through the thick stuff, and it was productive. If I had the tag we could have shot a few nice bulls. My dad was always just a few seconds too slow. On day five we lowered our standards, and went to a spot we had seen elk crossing in the mornings, and set up. When I looked through my binos for the first time that morning I instantly saw three bulls. 2 decent 6s and this little goofy bull. My dad couldn’t make out which bull was which, and took the clearest shot. It was a nice 282 yard shot from my shooting tripod I put together for my kids. It was an absolute pleasure getting to help my dad on his last elk hunt, and have my son there with us. His Parkinson’s is definitely getting the better of him, and it was hard to watch him suffer. But he was a trooper and we put 3-4 miles on our boots every day, with some being longer. I just want to say thank you to everyone who offered help, and gave me pointers. I really appreciate it. You guys are awesome. That’s one more great memory I’ll have of my father, and I wouldn’t trade it for any amount of money. My dad figured that since it’s likely his last hunt, he’d have extra jerky made. It’s his favorite thing to eat. The look on the processors face when my dad told him to make half of it into jerky was priceless. 😂

No sir. My wife, 3 month old baby and I got out opening day. We hiked 6.6 miles and were at a decent spot. It was hot out so we had to stay down by a creek under trees instead of going up our normal hill and getting roasted by the sun. We got to glass for about an hour. Got some good pictures with the baby and hiked back out. Didn't see anything. When we got home I realized I messed up my shoulder some how. We took Saturday and Sunday off. We picked the toddlers up from daycare early Monday and went back out. We hiked all around with all the kiddos played in the creek and had a good time. No glassing was done at all. We drove up to Humbouldt MtN observation and the kids ran around and we got some more good pictures and saw the sunset. We live in the heart of Phoenix so really dont ever see good stars. We drove out slow so it could get dark. We stopped at Sears Kay ruins and the 4-1/2 year old got to see real stars for the first time. We dropped toddlers off at daycare the next day and took the baby with us. Went to a different spot. I hiked up a nice hill and actually got to glass for a while. It was hot and didnt see anything. I could hear and see the wife was having a hard time with the baby. Hiked down and asked her what she wanted to do. She was frustrated and we drove home. My wife let me go solo the last day of the hunt. Was sitting on a hill before the sun came up. Saw three does in the first 30 minutes of light. Never saw another deer. It was 42 degrees when i hiked in and 82 degrees when i hiked out. The thing I have learned about hunting Coues is you need to put in the effort. I have been very successful hiking in to places. With toddlers and a baby it makes it very hard. Will need to wait until they get a little bit older or keep going solo. It was still great to get out with the family.

This little guy on this does tail all over the mtn. IMG_3226.mov

At 74 years old, I finally realized during this last deer hunt, that I can no longer conquer the mountains of southern Arizona. If you're interested, I am selling my 50 Caliber Pedersoli Missouri River Hawken. I have only shot approximately 20 shots out of it. The William Malcohm 6x scope was patented in 1855 in Syracuse, NY. 30" Barrel with a 1 in 24" twist. Will include any and all accessories. All the specs can be seen on www.Muzzleloaders.com. Asking $2,000

Like this? Sorry not for sale.

Just returned last week from a Dec hunt. We killed 2 good bucks for it being full moon and hot. Crossing into Mexico and coming back to the USA was super smooth.

That's hardcore. Success isn't always measured by killing something. Good for you guys!!!

Took my boy out this year. He’s ten so it’s a lot easier.

2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 139,000 285/70/17 Falken Wildpeak A/T with about 90% tread 2in Rancho Suspension Runs great, everything working ARB on board air compressor Kenwood(Apple CarPlay )stereo with Rockford Fosgate speakers including subwoofer Smittybuilt winch Rigid cube spot lights Under seat lock boxes Rino roof rack- not currently on vehicle but part of sale. All maintenance kept up to date No trades -Serious inquiries only -don’t need help selling $14000 or best offer. Motivated seller More pics if interested

Hello All, Metal artwork available. Starting to do some skull mount. Can design with the hunt unit , state and name. What ever you are thinking. Located in Vail, AZ  Can ship on your dime. Thank you

Thank you!

Member has been banned after a quick search pointed them to be shady. Keep in mind, your cell phone number is plastered all over your history. It's not that challenging.

So it looks like we have a scammer. So Duckworth sent me this in a PM about a WTB post I made the other day. I have also attached wilderness1's post from 2019.

I was in 35b last weekend and saw none. All bachelor groups

You won. I wouldn’t change a thing from what you are doing. Right now you are teaching those little dudes to love the outdoors. Build that and eventually the deer will come. And you will have the very best hunting buddies for life.

Decided to go try a new hunt in Wyoming with a buddy. He has hunted the area a few times and had good success. Arrived on a Friday morning and drove a fair amount of country trying to cut tracks in the snow. The day was a bust on sightings or tracks. Next day we split up and the morning was a bust, however the evening I hiked into a canyon and found a couple bulls and a few cows but last light with no time to make a play. Day 3, I hiked into a drainage near where I spotted the elk the day prior and found 10 bulls. I closed the distance to 270 yards and put 3 bullets in this one. Beautiful country but man the wind sure does blow up there…almost every day it seems. Great cap on an awesome season!

Hey, my login here still works! Been a little while These MX coues hunts keep me motivated each year knowing that we get to go back each January. Always a great time

Your house, buy it Russ

Getting old, looking for a comfortable Early 80's El Camino that aint beat to heck. Thanks,

The reservation has some great lakes also. Its great they haven't frozen over yet. Gonna head up next week. Goodkuck

I chatted with G/F and they said Black River, Big Lake and Silver. I'll start there (long drive on the first two). Open to hear about any ideas on the Rez too!

That gypsy band of midget strippers?

Just killed a small coues buck yesterday evening and my last day to hunt. Shot and killed at 513. This is my personal best at an extended range. Before was 343...

We are trying to kill the deer, not pet it. respect as very little to do with it. Have you ever seen predators kill a deer or elk?? They eat it from the back end forward most of the times. We are better than animals but we are still trying to kill them. Every time I make stupid decisions (buck fever) it is at 50 yards and under. I'm a much more respectful person at 700 than 25 if the metric we we are talking about how, is howcalm we are and how well we can make a "good shot". I've seen plenty of wounded animals from people at 100-300 yards. I'm kind of sick of this holier than thou attitude that people have for other hunters. The real sign of respect and integrity come from WHAT YOU DO AFTER YOU HIT A DEER, do you chalk it up to miss, poor shot? Do you track it until you find it or do you give up after 5 minutes? Do you even go look for it? Do you check for it for multiple days? To me that is what shows the moral and ethical side of a person. That being said in todays world/internet its best to leave off yardage. I"ve never seen much good come from it. Congrats on a fine deer and a heck of a poke.