AKretschmer
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P and L upholstery is the only shop I go to in Tucson, they have been in business for years and do great work.
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I sent mine in earlier this year for a broken eye cup, I had them back at my house within 2 weeks.
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Ruger M77 Mark II Ultralight .308
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Awesome, I will be up in 3C next weekend scouting for my elk hunt, hoping to see some nice bucks like that while I am up there.
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Glass the shade and be out glassing mid day. You will see a lot of deer up and moving mid day when the sun shifts and they move for shade. Typically they will feed for a few minutes before laying down again.
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I use both the 5.11 and Kuiu. I like the Kuiu for archery, they are extremely quiet and comfortable. For the money I like the 5.11's. They are very comfortable and also really quiet.
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They are going fast, only 83 for the coolers and only 14 left for the optics.
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Very cool, I'm in!
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3A/3C for both me and my boy!
Awesome! I will be in 3c a lot scouting for my elk hunt, I am excited to see what the unit holds for deer, I saw a ton of deer when I went up early June.
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Tag #1 for my second choice, I must of just barely missed getting the late tag!
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Yep! got mine. still says for elk and antelope only but shows deer results.
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Very nice, love that he did it with his bow!
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If you are in Tucson stop by P and L upholstery, they have done a lot of work for me over the years and it is always top notch. The only thing I have had them do on my pop up was replace a window zipper but I'm sure they could repair canvas.
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A lot of great area in 34a, the west side can get some pressure but most of those people will be driving the roads or glassing from their trucks. There are plenty of places you can hike in a little ways and get away from other hunters. My card got hit so I will be in there Either late November or December. (Hopefully December!!) Like oneshot I don't use high power optics to glass, I use my 10x42's on a tripod and I have a pair of 20x60's that I just use to get a closer look once I find something. You will be surprised at how many coues you will find down low so don't just concentrate on the hills. Good luck!
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The display looked awesome, I want one now! Thank you for your support of our chapter!
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WOW!! Great Job!
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Thanks guys, I have been looking into the Merino, just wasn't sure if it was up to all the hype or not.
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What have you guys found to be the best base layer for cold weather? I have the November archery tag in 3a/3c this year and I want to get a good base layer so I don't have to wear a bulky jacket.
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We have 407 people preregistered! If you haven't bought your tickets yet I would get on it, space is running out, we only have space for 420 with our current table set. You can go to www.azsci.com and buy your tickets.
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I'm with 5 guys! However I did take the ASM program as well as diesel and auto program at WTO tech 15 years ago. Won't knock the school, they taught me to type and how to wear a tie but as far as jobs go I came out making just above min wage. A lot better obviously now after 15 years but I would not recommend that school or the other big one to anyone!! Best to just start at a shop and apprentice for a few years if it's what you want. 100% cheaper and you get paid.
Agreed, I almost went to Wyotech and ended up staying in AZ and going to UTI. UTI in general was worthless, the only part I actually enjoyed was the Ford FACT program. Definitely wish I would have just gone and started at a shop, I am still paying on my student loans!
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Here is the list of live auction items. We will have about 40 silent auction items as well and around 60 bucket raffle items.
1. Rusted American Metal Flag
The flag is 44” x 27” made of steel and weathered wood, made and donated by Travis
Carpenter.
2. Sterling Silver Chain Bracelet
9” Sterling silver chainmail bracelet, made by Sandra Froman, past NRA President
3. 10 Day Alaskan Grizzly Bear Hunt for 1 Hunter
Hunt: 10 days, Alaskan Grizzly Bear
Donor: Alaskan Wilderness Enterprises
Outfitter: Joe Letarte
Date: Spring 2016-17, May 21-30
Location: Alaska, trip arrival and departure point must be Fairbanks, Alaska
Accom: Cabin/tent
License: Is at cost, license $85 tag $500
Extra Hunters: Cost for extra hunter $13,000, non-hunter $200 per day
Extra Game: Wolf $425 plus trophy fees
4. Fishing with a Pro
Donor: Marty Hendrickson
A day on the lake with a Professional Bass Fisherman.
One day fishing trip for 2, equipment and boat provided. Your choice of any southern Arizona lake. Your trip can be scheduled for March-June 2016. You must provide your own food and drinks.
This is not a guided fishing trip and our Pro Fisherman will not accept any compensation or tips for his donation.
5. Custom Organic Latex Mattress and Foundation
Donor: A-1 Mattress Inc.
Bidder’s choice of bed size: Twin, full, queen, king or custom cut to your specification. Organic Latex is hypo-allergenic, dust mite resistant, does not off gas. Cover is Organic Cotton with Wool insulation. Shipping available nationwide and Canada.
6. 5 day New Zealand Tahr Hunt
Hunt: 5 day tahr hunt
Donor: Southern Mountain Adventures
Outfitter: Croc Adams
Dates: 2015-2016
Location: South Island New Zealand, trip arrival and departure is Queenstown airport
License: not included
7. Commissioners Tag for Mountain Lion
Yearlong Arizona Mountain Lion tag. Good statewide from
August 14, 2015 to August 13, 2016. Good in any open unit that’s prescribed by Commission
order. Winner may prescribe to whom the tag is issued. All proceeds from this tag go to
AZGFD for turkey management and research
8. Ride Along with a Game & Fish
Officer choice of Gabe Paz, Mark Freiberg, or Ben Brochu
9. Coach Purse
Description: A modern pink ruby purse.
Feminine carryall. Durable scratch-resistant cross grain leather.
10. Indian Cuisine for 6
Donor: Muhki Singh
From Twisted Tandoor
Dinner for 6
11. 2 day blackbuck antelope hunt
Donor: Scott Kendrix from Global Pursuit
Dates: Oct. 2015- April 2016
No accommodations
12. Camp Dinner for 10
Donors: Michael Boido & Gabe Paz
Dinner is choice of smoked brisket or pulled pork with Michael’s special barbeque sauce.
Dessert is Dutch oven treats made by Gabe Paz.
This dinner will be prepared at your deer camp, fishing camp or family gathering in Southern
Arizona. (Region 5 only.)
Dinner and dessert dates must be coordinated for availability, taken in 2015 or 2016. (Holidays
Excluded)
13. 7 nights in a 4 bedroom condo in San Carlos, Mexico
Donated: Mark and Cindy Kuhn
Dates: Must be coordinated for availability, in 2015/2016.
Lodging includes: 4 bedroom 3 bath condo, with kitchen. Condo is located right on the beach
of the Sea of Cortez.
www.bahiadelfincondominiums.com
14. Bushmaster 50 cal. BMG
Flat top Bolt Action, Bi –Pod included
15. 5 Days Mexico Whitetail Deer Hunt
Hunt: 5 day whitetail deer
Donor: Mexico Outfitter Unlimited
Outfitter: Clay Young
Dates: December 2015 to January 2016 or December 2016
Location: Acuna, Mexico. Trip arrival and departure Del Rio, TX
Accom: Ranch house, meals included
License: Tag $500
Extra Hunters: Cost for extra hunters $9000
16. Three Night, Two Day Fishing in Montana for 2
Donor: Iron Wheel Guest Ranch
Outfitters: John &Sherry Cargill
Fishing locations will be Montana Big Hole or Jefferson Rivers or small creeks.
Species: Rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout.
Dates: Summer 2016 from June through end of July. (Weather dependant)
Number of clients: 2
Cost for additional non-participant: meals and lodging for 2 days 3 nights separate room 1 person $330, 2 persons $410. Upgrade available.
Accom: Includes meals, lodging and transportation from lodge to fishing areas.
License and/ or Permit: Must purchase $28/ person for 2 days, buy online or on arrival at any sport shop.
www.ironwheel.com
17. Commissioners Tag for Bear
Yearlong Arizona Bear tag for one of Arizona’s two species. Good statewide from August 14,
2015 to August 13, 2016. Good in any open unit that’s prescribed by Commission order. Winner
may prescribe to whom the tag is issued. All proceeds from this tag go to AZGFD for turkey
Management and research
18. Spanish Mountain Hunt 1 Iberian Mouflon Sheep or 1 Iberian Red Deer (hunter choice)
Donor: Gonzalo Colomina
Includes: Reception at Madrid airport and gun clearance. All ground transportation. English
Speaking professional hunter.
Dates: Season fall Sept. 15 – Feb. 15 2015-2016
19. 1 ¾ day of deep sea fishing in the sea of Cortez
Donors: Norman and Michael Don
Includes 2 nights lodging, food also provided.
Transportation to San Carlos, Mexico is not included.
Must be flexible on dates.
Holiday weekends and Tournament weekends are excluded.
License and fishing tackle included
20. 5 Day Bear Hunt with Hounds
Hunt: 5 day southern Arizona bear hunt
Donor: Treed One Outfitter
Outfitters: Rodney Jones Jr.
Dates: Fall 2015 or Fall 2016
License: Hunting license and tag required
21. 5 Day hunt for 1 hunter in South Africa
Donor: Amanzi Safaris
Includes: the trophy fees for one (1) Burchell’s Zebra, (1) Common Waterbuck, and (1)
Blue Wildebeest.
Also includes Arrival and Departing day/ pickup and drop-off at Bloemfontein International
Airport South Africa, accommodations, meals, laundry, refreshments, snacks, and trophy field
preparations.
Dates: Hunting period is Between May 1st and 31st of September 2015 or 201622. Cordoba,
www.amanzisafaris.com
22. Argentina Dove Hunt for 4 for 3 days
Donor: Todd Smith
Hosted: Long time outfitter Manuel Lainez and organized by Burnt Pine Travel.
This hunt includes three days of dove shooting, lodging at La Aguada or El Palomar, all meals
Wine, beer and local alcoholic beverages; along with impeccable Argentine service.
Hunters must provide their own shells, license, gun rental, gratuities, and airfares.
The hunt must be taken within one year of auction date.
www.burntpine-travel.com
23. 7 Day hunt for plains game in South Africa
Donor: Thormahlen & Cochran
1 hunter, 1 observer included
Dates: Must be booked between the months of March and November valid for 2015 and 2016.
This is a 7 day safari; hunter receives a credit of $1,000 on the total of trophies hunted.
This includes exclusive hunting lodge with spacious bedrooms and fully equipped bathrooms,
excellent cuisine, hearty breakfasts, 4x4 Land cruiser hunting cars, highly trained trackers,
skinners and professional hunters.
Additional hunters can be added at $450, additional observers can be added at $250 per day, additional trophies can be added as per the current pricelist.
Does NOT include airfare to or from Nelspruit/Kruger-Mpumalanga Airport (connecting airport upon arrival in Johannesburg)
africatrophyhunting.com
24. 5 days amazing Spanish hunt for one hunter
Donor: Vicente Gil, Casa Hispanica
Includes $2,500 credit for any trophy fee
Species available: Spanish Ibex (Gredos, Beceite, Southeastern and Rhonda)
European red deer, Spanish Fallow deer, Pyrenean & Cantabrian Chamois, European Mouflon
Sheep, Barbary sheep, Roe Deer and Balearean Boc.
Dates: Hunt can be taken 2015 or 2016
Hunter’s choice of weapon
Must fly into Valencia, Spain
Hunting license $250.00
infocasahispanica@gmail.com
25. World class fishing trip in Longlac, Ontario for 1 Angler
Donor: Bob McConnell
Includes 5 days fishing 6 night stay
Fish for northern pike, Walleye, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, And Jumbo Perch at McKay Lake and
the 5 rivers that flow into it.
Lodging is in private rustic cabins, meals included.
Dates: Trip can be taken 2015 or 2016, Season is from May 20th to October 1st upon availability
16 foot Crestliner aluminum boats with motors motor are provided.
Trip can be upgraded to fully guided. Guides are available (additional cost of $200 per day)
26. Commissioners Tag for Javelina
Yearlong Arizona Javelina tag. Good statewide from August 14, 2015 to August 13, 2016. Good in any open unit that’s prescribed by Commission order. Winner may prescribe to whom the tag is issued. All proceeds from this tag go to AZGFD for Javelina management and research
27. New Mexico Elk Hunt
Donor: John Olivas – Jaco Outfitters, Holman, NM
Dates: 2016 or 2017
This Hunt is for 1, guides 2x1
This hunt can occur in public or private land at the discretion of (JO)
The purchaser of this hunt is responsible to contact (JO) and request information as to which unit the hunter should apply.
The purchases of this hunt will apply for the lottery drawing for a public elk hunt for the year 2016 and if unsuccessful the purchaser can again apply in 2017.
If unsuccessful in the lottery drawing 2016 and 2017 the purchases will have the opportunity to purchase a landowner elk tag from (JO) at his cost.
Included: Lodging, meals, and transportation to and from the hunting grounds.
This trip can also be extended $800/ Day.
jacooutfitters.com
28. 3 Day Turkey and Prairie Dog Hunt
Hunt: 3 day turkey hunt for Merrian’s Turkey and Prairie Hunt
Donor: Routier Outfitting
Outfitter: Ryan Routier
Dates: 2016-2017
Location: South Dakota, trip arrival and departure is Buffalo, South Dakota
Accom: Bunk house
Method: Bow
Extra: Hunt is done by spot and stalk or blind on private property
www.huntsd.net
29. PSE Bow
Model is the new Decree HD bow
RXW Arrows
PSE Neoprene Sling
Covert-X Quiver
Vitron IF Stabilizer
X-Force hunter Sight
Assasin Buckle Release
Whisker Biscuit Rest
30. World class Hunting & Fishing trip in the Upper Peninsula in Western Michigan
Donor: Bob McConnell
Includes: 5 days 6 night stay
Trip is fully guided and winning bidder will enjoy 3 days of splitting Grouse hunting with our
world class bird dogs and 3 days guided fishing on Lake Gogebic for Walleye, Northern Pike,
Smallmouth Bass and perch. On The 4th day they will enjoy an action packed day on Lake
Superior aboard a Charter Boat chasing giant Lake Trout. Day 5 will close by enjoying a full day
of guided Grouse hunting.
Hunter can use shot gun of choice.
Dates: Trip can be taken for the 2016 hunting season from Sept.15th-25th
31. Commissioners Tag for Choice of Merriam’s or Gould’s Turkey, Presented by the Arizona Chapter National Wild Turkey Federation
Yearlong Arizona Turkey tag for one of Arizona’s two species. Good statewide from August 14,
2015 to August 13, 2016. Good in any open unit that’s prescribed by Commission order. Winner
may prescribe to whom the tag is issued. All proceeds from this tag go to AZGFD for turkey
management and research.
32. 10 Day Mountain Lion Hunt
Hunt: 10 day mountain lion hunt
Donor: Rincon Creek Outfitters
Outfitter: Jerry Smith
Dates: August 1, 2015-July 31, 2016
Location: Southern Arizona, trip arrival and departure is Tucson, AZ
33. Abbott Taylor Ring, Blue Topaz
Local jeweler, 40 years in Tucson
Comes complete with appraisal
34. Mozambique Plains Game Hunt for 2
For Two Hunters for 8 Nights / 6 Hunting Days with Theron African Safaris
Package includes: 2x1 PH hunter ratio, 6 full hunting days with tracker, All the transport in the hunting area, Hunting for SCI Trophy Class animals, not representative animals or culls. Upscale Safari Bush Lodging on a 20,000 acre Mozambique estate, Assistance with choosing a USDA Certified Trophy Import Broker, Assistance with choosing a USDA Certified Taxidermist (only if necessary), Assistance with having your trophies mounted is South Africa if you choose, Assistance with securing U.S. Customs Form 4457 (without leaving your home).
Includes: 8 hours of game drives through Kruger National Park, Access to rifle permit concierge service, 3 meticulously prepared meals per day, Wine and Beer in moderation, laundry on a daily basis and field preparation of trophies, Round trip transportation from Eastgate Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
This Safari Does Not Include:
Trophy fees for animals harvested or wounded and lost, airfare, accommodations before or after the hunt, dip and pack, taxidermy or trophy export costs, Mozambique gun permit ($700), VISA ($90), gratuities, observes or non-hunters ($200/day).
Plains game and Cape buffalo or estate hunts. Hippo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and crocodile and free range. PAC permits may be available.
This Mozambique Safari hunt donation is for two hunters and is valid for the 2016 or 2017 season only. This is NOT a Photo safari nor can it be exchanged for one. Non- hunters cannot be substituted for hunters. Trophy selection and hunt dates must be made by the auction winner within 45 days of the event, along with the receipt of a non-refundable deposit of $500 per hunter to confirm the hunt. The deposit will be applied 100% to trophies taken on a per hunter basis – no trophy fee deposit sharing. Trophy fee deposit can also be applied to dangerous game. We will ask the hunt winner to sign a liability waiver. Due to the fluid nature of international hunting, Global Sporting Safaris reserves the right to revise our outfitters at any time without prior notice. This includes hunts sold at auction where we subsequently determine that the featured outfitter(s) no longer meet our performance standards. In those cases, an alternate hunt of equal or greater value will be substituted as deemed appropriate at that time to ensure a quality hunt. This hunt may be transferred to a family member or friend. Same conditions above apply to new owner. This donation is not refundable nor can it be exchanged for any other hunts represented by Global Sporting Safaris, Inc.
35. A 6 Night 7 Day in a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite at Hacienda Cerritos
Stay one week in a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite at Hacienda Cerritos. The week is good for any available time with no black-out dates. Enjoy great food and drinks on the beach while listening to live music. Cerritos Beach is well known for its exceptional surfing, and more fun activities.
36. 5-Day Mentor & Youth Coues Deer hunt with Diamond Outfitters & your Arizona Chapter SCI Leadership
This incredible hunt brings together an adult (mentor) and youth hunter (under 18) into a Diamond Outfitters of Arizona camp for the elusive "gray ghost of the desert". This hunt for two in November 2016 will be hosted by the board members of this Arizona Chapter (George Alcorta, Bobby Boido, and Pat Romero) and the owner of Diamond Outfitters, Dan Adler. Dan is a co-host for The Best of the West TV and tonight's keynote speaker. Collectively these men make up some of the most accomplished Coues deer hunters and guides on the planet with an incredible track record of finding and harvesting mature Coues deer. An ideal parent/child or other adult/youth combination hunt especially for aspiring new hunters, please bid this one up for our chapter and for conservation!
Donor: Diamond Outfitters of Arizona
Outfitter: Dan Adler
Diamond Outfitters, Elk, Mule Deer, Coues Deer, Antelope, Arizona Guided Big Game Huntinghttp://azdiamondoutfitters.com/
Fair Market Value:$7,000
2 Hunters
Free Ranging
Guided 1 guide for the 2 hunters(2:1)
Southern Arizona November 2016
Cowboy style cabin-tent accommodations and/or travel trailers
All meals included
Hunters to purchase AZ license and deer tags, Outfitter will assist
Extra hunters welcome and encouraged at a discounted price, non-hunters welcome at $150/day
Field prep included
No additional trophy charge for predators including mountain lion!37. 5 Day Kansas Whitetail hunt
Bell Wildlife Specialties
Hunt location: Harveyville, Kansas
Semi Guided hunt for 1 person
Hunters choice of Archery, Muzzleloader , Crossbow or Rifle season
Hunt in unit 14
Bunk room style lodging and meals included
Not included, License 72.00 and non-resident tag 336.00
Dan Bell, 785-589-2321
huntingkansaswhitetails.com38. Commissioners Tag for Coues Whitetail
Yearlong Arizona Coues Whitetail tag, good statewide from august 14, 2015 to August 14, 2016, good in any open unit as prescribed by commission order. Winner may prescribe to whom the tag is issued; all proceeds from the sale of this tag go to AZGFD for Coues Whitetail management and research with direct input from our Chapter as to its use.
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We should have the list finalized on Monday, I will post it when we get it complete. Here are some highlights though,
10 day grizzly hunt in Alaska for 1
5 day New Zealand Tahr Hunt
Commissioners tags for Coues, Javelina, turkey and mountain lion.
2 day blackbuck antelope hunt
7 Night stay in a 4 bedroom condo in San Carlos
5 Day Mexico Coues hunt
5 day AZ bear hunt with hounds
10 Day AZ Mt. Lion hunt
we have many more items and I will get them up as soon as I can
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I have had good luck with the Moultrie, very inexpensive and take pretty good pictures.
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The method I have found to work best is blow out the plug well with compressed air, back each plug out about 1/4 turn, soak them with a carb cleaner, carb cleaner works well because it helps loosen the carbon. let the carb cleaner work for an hour or so, longer is better. Then back them off 1/4 turn and turn them in 1/4 turn like you are tapping threads, do this until the plug is out, this allows the carbon to break loose and fall into the cylinder rather than jam the plug.blow out the cylinder with air and move on to the next one. This takes some time but it is still less time than if you break one. Good idea to have the tool though, wish I had one to let you borrow. good luck!