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Propane! Just a little Coleman 'cheapy'..... Also, we have enough space in the tent that I heated coffee & hot cocoa on a Coleman stove inside the tent in the AM. Between the stove & heater, it got nice n warm in the AM very quickly. We don't leave any of the stuff running at night though, that's what nice warm bags are for. As for the condensation, yes it was there. We had four of us in the tent, so I suspect it was more from us ex-hailing all night long, as opposed to the propane. I ended-up hanging-out a bit longer than anticipated on Sunday prior to leaving for home just to let the tent air-out a bit more. I looked at some wood stoves, but packing space is limited with three kids, so I didn't really consider it. S.

Cool story Sir!!! S.

Thanks Doug! Yes, I absolutely enjoyed it as much as Greta (maybe even more.... )! Regarding the initiation, no blood smear on the face, but we DID dine on the heart on Saturday night for dinner! Kind of an initiation of sorts I suppose...... Plus she insisted on munching on a few raw scraps while we were cutting the meat on Sunday AM! The Ultimate Alaknak tent worked-out great, thanks! We've had it out in the field several different times camping this year already, and we're loving it. I'm also a big fan of the 'bunk cots' that Cabela's sells (brand is 'Camo-cots'). VERY sturdy, and it makes it much easier to fit 4 people in the 12x12 tent. S.

Way to go mulie hunter!!!!! Nice job getting the kids out there!!!! Awesome that you all had a good hunt there! Thanks for sharing those great pics & memories! S.

I tend to get pretty good service when I'm hunting in 36A around Arivaca. I have AT&T...... Good luck! S.

Welcome to the forum!!!!! I'm a novice 'dog' bird hunter!! I have a female Vizsla that LOVES to hunt!!! We get out a few times per year, but we're a LONG way from being a 'well oiled' hunting pair!! Look for Redrabbit and Scottyboy (after he gets back from Africa), and others to chime in.... S.

Great pics and story!!!! Thanks for sharing the experience!!!! S.

Thanks for all of the very nice comments all. She is my little sweet shining star (and my future heart-ache), that's for sure!! Hector, yes, I was soooo much looking forward to hunting with her! Also, yes I had to throw that pic in there. She would not leave the tent without 'primping'!! She is ALL girl, and I love it!!!! lol TEAM JESUS; yes, kudos for this hunt! I know that many folks don't approve of it because it means less deer North of the river, but I personally agree with you! This is a great opportunity for youngsters to go on a very high success rate hunt. If they are looking to recruit young hunters, then they definitely succeeded in this case. She is absolutely hooked for life!!!! S.

Congrats khaller!!!! Awesome buck! Good job, and thanks for sharing!! S.

Way to go!!!! Thanks for sharing! S.

Good for Forrest!!!!!! Thanks for sharing with us!! S.

As mentioned in the other thread, GOOD JOB GRANT!!!!! Thanks for sharing this story!!! S.

Way to go!!!!! Thanks for sharing! S.

LOVE IT!!!!! Awesome for Grant!!!!!!!!! S.

Leaving after school today! Kiabab doe hunt for us! Taking my youngest child up for her first deer hunt! Can't wait!! S. PS: For those who care: She is a little tiny thing for her age, and the Remington reduced-recoil ammo ROCKS!! I would highly recommend it for the range if you have any little ones that are a little 'kick' shy..... She'll be shooting the .308 with confidence tomorrow!

Wow Amanda!! Yes, big damage can occur with large hail!!! My parents lost 4 sky-lites, and it looks like their foam roof took a beating too..... Crazy stuff!! S.

Way to go Doug!! Nice antelope!!! Great pics & story as always, too! S.

Welcome to the site!!!!! Love 36A!! Plenty of deer there..... If you've never hunted the desert, then that's likely why you didn't see any. You'll figure it out though! I'll send you a PM. No Cards tickets necessary! S.

YES!! Done! He CAN hunt when he is ten, and has passed hunter's safety! S.

Sorry I missed this yesterday Hector! Sincere belated birthday wishes! Regards, S.

Wow Lark! Babies/children are the most precious things on earth! Especially those that are close to us. God bless. S.

I'll be up there with my daughter next weekend! I've done several youth hunts with my kids over the years, but lately the hunt has been in early Nov. This year is obviously a bit earlier..... That being said, we'll likely focus a bit lower then the 8000-9000 foot level. We'll likely start down more in the 'transition' type of habitat (Ponderosa, oak, etc...). I've got some friends heading-up with their kids for fall turkeys this weekend! I'll try to post a report of what they find in their travels..... Good luck up there! It's a great hunt for the kids! S.

Congrats and thanks for sharing!!! S.

Well, I'm back for a couple of days of office/school/kid duty after spending 6 days up chasing bulls! As has been reported by several already, it was a bit tough. When we arrived last Weds, the bulls were bugling plenty at night, and continuing into the light of the morning. After opening morning however, they virtually shut-up! No surprise with the army of hunters wandering/calling! That being said, we did our best and ended-up getting into some bulls. I was able to pass shots on 4 smaller bulls before finally GROSSLY mis-judging the yardage on a 6x6 and missing him clean on Sunday evening!!!! I sat trails and water at various times, having success both ways. Did some tree-raking (sp) and had a bit of success with that too. Also was able to spot & stalk to within 30 yards of a little feeding bull on Saturday AM. Had a spike and a raggy 4x3 standing at about 5 yards on Sunday evening, and they never knew I was there! GOOD FUN!!!! I'll be back up either Thurs or Fri (depending on kids schedule....) for more hunting. I have a couple of friends from this site coming to help a bit (Amanda and Hector), so hopefully that will change my luck a bit!!! Either way, I'm getting the most out of this hunt!!! Good luck all! S.

Cool pics Lark!!! Love the old vintage stuff...... S.