stanley

Thanks for the info Jim. As usual, comprehensive and thoughtful! I bought The Claw a couple of seasons ago now, and suppose I really have not put it to it's true use. Really, we just used it as a glorified tripod mount on my son's last hunt, as opposed to truly 'locking it in' and supporting the butt with sticks, etc... I generally shoot bolt action rifles, but have a 7.MM BAR that we use on occasion, and I had considered the 'clamp' effect and positioning on the action of that rifle for sure! I too, have become VERY accustomed to shooting sticks. I carry them on every hunt, and definitely use them with/for my kids. As demonstrated by my little Greta last month, they are invaluable for a 'small' shooter who doesn't necessarily have the arm strength to support a heavy gun on their knee, much less make a shot! I personally, always try to shoot off the sticks, as it gives me a rest that makes me feel comfortable/confident. Thanks a bunch for the thoughtful write-up and information! S.

Good write-up Jim! Curious; Have you used The Gun Claw? If so, I'm curious as to how you would compare the two?? Thanks, S.

Sorry, I don't know 20B. I think though, that there will be a Junior Camp in 20C as usual! You should get in touch with the guys at Youth Outdoors Unlimited, and/or the G&F to inquire about the camp. My guess is that they will be able to help you for your hunt in 20B! Good luck! S.

Hilarious!!!!

Uh...... I can see that I have a LOT to learn about shooting!!! I thought that you just figured that the distance to target needed to be measured 'as the crow flys', ignorning eleveation..... S.

Way to go Britt!!!! Awesome!! S.

I would definitely support it! If they did it, I doubt it would be instead of a later hunt. I would likely be 'in addition to', as it is in A. Are you going to be down for the 36A/B junior hunt next weekend?? I'll be there with my two boys. If you are, you should stop by the Juniors Camp off othe Botemote Roade that the G&F and SCI are sponsoring! Gabe Paz & others will be there. They are the folks you should be directing your question to! If you're not going to be there, you should call the Tucson G&F office and ask for Mark (36A/B Wildlife Manager) to give him this feedback directly! S.

AWESOME!!! How about that big boy in the second pic???? Thanks for sharing! S.

Awesome post!!!! My dad is just a bit too old to go humping around the hills anymore, but I'll always treasure the good times we had! Of course now, I'm building more great memories with my brood! Thanks for sharing! S.

Amazing post!!!!! Love it! Thanks for sharing! S.

Awesome post Mitch!!! Kids/family & hunting is an unbeatable combo!!!! Thanks for sharing! S.

+1 My father was a navigator in a B-17 in WWII! I've lived in awe of his sacrifice/courage, and that of all Vets all of my life. He is 86 years old now, and still loves to recount the days flying missions over Europe! I also LOVE hearing his stories over & over!!! Never get tired of hearing a hero speak!! Called him this morning to honor/thank him like I do every Veteran's Day. Sincere thanks to all that have served! S.

+1 for me on this one! I too, would like to see the statistics on any truly 'innocent' American tourist being harmed in Northern Mexico (or anywhere in Mexico, for that matter....). I don't think it's a matter of having your head in the sand Casey, I think it's a matter of being 'alarmist' or 'realist'...... I went to Rocky Point last May for a nice weekend with a friend. My family told me I was crazy, but show me where the statistics prove tourists are at great risk there? I had a great time there as always, BTW..... I had this same argument, and eventually agreed to disagree with my dear mother on the topic. She could NOT find any examples in significant numbers that proved tourists are at risk! I have also had the same debate with friends regarding hunting the far Southern units. Anyone who knows me, knows that I am VERY fond of the 36's. Like Casey and others, I've been down there many times. I'll be down there next weekend with my boys on a junior hunt. I will not fear for my or their lives in the least. All of the illegals that I have encountered have not wanted to have ANYTHING to do with me! They just hide & run. My mom hates it what I hunt there with my children, but again, show me stats that say it is dangerous to the average hunter?? Good luck to all hunters/tourists North AND South of the border! S.

VERY, VERY COOL!!!!!! Congrats to all!!!! S.

Just saw this post! What a great buck Amanda!!!! Great pics too! Looks better here than it does on the tiny Blackberry screen! Congrats to you & Scott on a great hunt! S.

Good for your little girl!!!! There is NOTHING like hunting with your kids!!! S.

THAT is a very awesome pic Doug!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing! S.

Awesome Jack-O-Lanterns follks!!!! Thanks for txting the pic of your's Amanda!! No Halloween in India, so it was great to get a taste of home!! , Home on Weds, and then coues hunting next weekend!!! Can't wait! S.

Way to go Jim!!!! Man, you are living the life!!!!! S.

Awesome!!!!! Great pic too!! S.

AWESOME!!!! S.

AWESOME!!!!! Good for them!!! S.

Awesome Doug! Congrats!!!!! S.

Most comments have covered the generalities...... As mentioned though, the laws/rules regarding road hunting are both 'strict', while at the same time being 'soft'..... Meaning, it is up to the WM to determine whether you are road hunting or not. If you're driving around with your rifle 'handy', and there are rounds in the mag, then a WM might make the judgment call that you are 'road hunting' if checked. Some WM's could be strict, and some not. I know one personally who told me that if/when he comes across a bow hunter driving down the road with a release on his wrist, then he will site them for hunting from a vehicle. Interpretation of the laws/rules is just that: INTERPRETATION! Bottom line though, as has been stated, it is NOT illegal to have a loaded weapon in your vehicle! S.

GULP?!?!?! NICE!!!!!! That is one gorgeous rack!!! Check those eye-guards out!! Also, check-out the time stamp! I'm hoping that in 11 hrs you are DEEP into this thing!!!! I'll definitely stay tuned!!!!! Sincere good luck on that beast!!!!! S.