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Well, I don't live in Tucson so I don't read the Daily Star. Didn't realize the reporter had such a reputation..... Also likely due to my own ignorance, I don't completely understand the negative comments towards the G&F on this. Seems like Donnie did the right thing by reporting the event. Then it seems like the G&F investigated and gathered as much info as they could on it. Looks like that's the end of the story. I didn't see any kind of 'guilty until proven innocent' on this thing. Oh well, either way it's pretty cool to think that there is still the occasional Jaguar running around. S.

Absolutely my favorite holiday of the year! Family, friends, food, football, and giving thanks! Happy Thanksgiving all! S.

I don't know the areas that you mentioned, but I grew-up in Kearny. We used to see plenty of pigs in the hills along the 37B side of the San Pedro and Gila rivers..... Good luck! S.

Read more: http://azstarnet.com...l#ixzz1eYkhVUQC What is the purpose of this in the story? To make it sound like the guy is getting rich off of killing lions? I would have NEVER called the G&F in the first place. You never know when they might try and cite you for harassing an endangered species. I've seen plenty of stories in newspapers where they add a little post-script to the article that sometimes calls out details of the subject and/or object of the interview. Seems to me like it was maybe the reporting giving Donnie a little PR...... Not sure what the writer's motive was to put this 'factoid' in at the end of the article, but that's how I interpreted it..... S.

On the weekends that we're not hunting together, my oldest is usually busy with a 'not so common' sport! He is on his high school's Crew team. For those that don't know what the sport of Crew is, it's ROWING! It's a great team sport, with coordination, teamwork, and LOTS of conditioning being mandatory for success! The weekend after our mule deer hunt found us out in Marina Del Rey for the annual Fall Regatta (that's what they call the rowing tournaments....). This was an open event, with teams from all over the country, not just high school teams. There were some high school teams, some college teams (ASU was there), and some 'club' teams. They have various races, from single sculling boats, all the way to 8 man (and/or woman) sweep races. Spent a nice day watching the races, then had some evening fun with a friend in Santa Monica while Erik and his team hung-out together. All in all, a great weekend. Erik competed in a four man boat. The boy has some serious guns and dug-in deep for the 5K race! They ended-up taking second place in a tough field of open competition. Proud of him! Anyway, just thought I would share something quite different than hunting! S. Officials getting the race set-up at sunrise. Awesome flat calm water for rowing that day! Getting lined-up for the race! His boat is on the right...... Erik's boat on the right. Digging in deep! He's second from the right..... Me and the Big Man after his race!

+1 on rthrbhntng and Amanda's posts! Definitely some opportunities out there! Or you can do what I did yesterday! I don't have my kids this weekend (single dad....) and I had some free time, so I drove down to the 36A/B youth camp that SCI is hosting. I showed-up just before light and it didn't take long for a father/son to come into camp. I offered my help, and 30 minutes later we were out in the hills glassing for a buck together. Didn't end-up finding anything for the kid to shoot, but he and his father definitely appreciated me being there! (or maybe it was the Swaros they appreciated.... ) Either way, it was another fun morning of deer hunting with a kid! Thanks for your interest Mark! Many on this board have made a difference by volunteering to help kids, and it always leaves a great impression on them! S.

Outstanding!!! Congrats to your boy! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

Great post Coach. I cant agree more. And for me butchering your kill is part of the fun. I really enjoy the entire process. And your 100%correct on taking off all the fat you can. That stuff will turn your meat gamey in a hurry. I usually add pork fat back to the hamburger to keep it together. Butchering our own game is one of those things I am so thankful my family has always done and something I was able to learn form my family. And for the guys that have not processed your own game yet you should really give it a shot. It may not be perfect the first few times you do it but who cares. You will learn and have the satisfaction of knowing you did the job yourself and did it the right way. +1 on this!! I'm no expert, but you don't have to be one.... The internet has plenty of 'how to' information, diagrams, etc. on how to butcher your own, and I LOVE doing it! My oldest son killed a little 3 point muley on a hunt a couple of weeks ago. We deboned the meat and kept it clean and cool. A couple of days later, a buddy and I enjoyed a few beers together while cutting, wrapping, and vacume sealing the meat. Suppose it depends on how you look at it, but to me the butchering/cutting/wrapping is all part of the experience. Kind of like the cherry on top of the hunt! S.

Awesome pictures and video footage! Congrats on a great hunt! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

Congrats on a great buck! Also, thanks for a great story!! (Just what I needed to ease the stress on a crappy/busy work-day! ) Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

AWESOME! Good for Austin! Thanks for sharing the pics and story with this site! S.

VERY cool!!! Good for you (and for dad, for taking you out!)!! Congrats on your buck, and thanks for sharing with this great hunting site! S.

AWESOME!!! VERY, VERY, awesome!!!!!! Nothing compares to hunting with your children and seeing their success/exitement! Congrats to her on a great shot, and a great trophy! Thanks for sharing with this site! S.

I've seen a few muleys there. Check the low hills in the extreme southern end..... Good luck! S.

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Mr. Quimby, You are a man of letters and have made a living as such. You are also a gentleman of the highest order; always patient, dignified and kind. Coming from you, this is the highest of compliments. It may be against some Internet norm or protocol to acknowledge your kindness but I don't care. Thank you. -Jim I thank YOU, Jim, for your kind words. You have a genuine and natural talent as a wordsmith, and it would be a shame if you did not pursue it. As for "We slaughter the pig's (?) in Barter Town... Masta Blasta! LOL" and "Break the deal, face the wheel......" I have absolutely no idea what you guys said. I obviously am several generations behind the times and need to get my grandkids to translate. Bill Quimby Bill: Maybe your grandkids could translate, but only if they're fans of the Road Warrior movies. Just a pop-culture reference from the mid 80s. Nothing deep or significant there..... Separately from pop-culture however, as mentioned in a different thread I prefer to use the word 'kill' over 'harvest'. Simply my preference though, and I hold no ill will towards anyone that uses the word harvest. Also, as a man who has to write LOTS of business reports, e-mails, etc., I'm continually reminded of how little I understand of the English language (written or verbal). I used to think I was a fairly good writer but for sure, I have much to learn. S.

AWESOME! This quote is great: "...... still in shock of how it went down and didn’t really know what was coming out of my mouth at that point....." Luv it!! Cngrats on a great bull!! Thanks for sharing your story & pics with the site! S.

AWESOME!!!! Very glad for Emily and you! Outstanding pics, BTW..... Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

VERY, VERY awesome!!!! So cool to get the kids out, and great that you all had some success!! Thanks for sharing with the site! S.

Huh???? 'enjoying her second week in Hawaii......' SECOND week????? :blink: Who's minding the store?? Not many folks deserve it more than her (and Paul)!! I'm sure she'll give us the full run-down when she finaly gets back to the real world. S.

AWESOME!!! Congrats to Cameron!! S.

Mr. Quimby, You are a man of letters and have made a living as such. You are also a gentleman of the highest order; always patient, dignified and kind. Coming from you, this is the highest of compliments. It may be against some Internet norm or protocol to acknowledge your kindness but I don't care. Thank you. -Jim We slaughter the pig's in Barter Town... Masta Blasta! LOL Break the deal, face the wheel......

Awesome! Thanks for sharing with the site!! S.

+1 Also +1 to the post about deer being found throughout..... High, low, just go! S.

Another junior hunter in the world!!! AWESOME! Sincere congratulations! Enjoy the ride..... S.