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Great story and pictures Ernesto. Congratulations on your success. I really don't know much about their breeding season or if it is the norm to have so many in an area of that size but I can tell you I have noticed much more coyote activity in all the areas I hunt. They caused one of my many excuses not to tag a cow during my archery hunt this year. I have to admit I'm a softy when it comes to shooting them. I shot one back in the mid 70's and almost cried. lol I just couldn't believe I killed something so beautiful and I wasn't even going to eat it. I will leave the thinning of these dogs to you predator hunters and shoot a few for me because I know we have way to many. TJ

There was a time when rain or wind would not stop me from walking the hills but as I get older I'm not walking in the stuff any more. It will stop sooner or later. I now will go sit in my truck and wait for it to stop or sit in the comfort of my ground blind staying warm and dry. This storm moving thru our state, starting tomorrow, will lite them bucks up so be prepared for some great glassing. Rain won't bother them much this time of year when they have other things on their mind. Get out there. Beats sitting at home or in camp. TJ

Congrats on your buck. How far was the shot? TJ

Congratulations to all the hunters and you on your buck. Nice bucks for sure. Thanks for sharing. TJ

My congratulations to Jeremy on another amazing buck. I'll bet alot of work went into this and my hat's off to you Jeremy. Just awesome! TJ

Hope this day brings good health and a big present. TJ

Welcome to the site and posting pics like that is the way to get attention for sure. Great find and thanks for sharing. tj

Ryan, how you doing man? Been awhile since we've talked. Glad to see you all had some success. Great buck and thanks for sharing. TJ

I tried the rage and couldn't get them to fly accurate from my set up and returned them for a refund. One of the blades fell apart and that was enough to turn me against using them. I want to really try and use these mechanical blades but still haven't found one that I can trust. I will continue to try everyone that comes on the market. Not impressed so far. TJ

Good seeing you also at basspro this evening Christain. You seemed like you had your mind on your San Carlos hunt more than work. You sure seemed excited about it. Don't really blame you. I hope you shoot the buck of your dreams. TJ

Sounds like you need to buy a trail camera from Amanda and you will never miss another unexpected moment that could be shared with us all. lol TJ

Chef, you got to pm Peggy and I your phone number. Peg is an excellent cook and it shows on this body of mine but she is always wanting to try different receipes. TJ

Happy Birthday Mike and best wishes for the new year. TJ

Congratulations on an awesome bull. Thanks for sharing and enjoy the cow hunts to come. Can't eat the antlers. TJ

Chef, I showed Peg and we are going to try that this next week. Now I have to go get something to eat because of you. Thanks! Merry Christmas! TJ

Awesome piece of work. Thanks for sharing. TJ

Good looking picture there Ted. That was a good day and we sure got our exercise for the day. Your dogs worked really good that day, for not hunting together, for the first time. If anyone hasn't hunted behind a good dog you need to take it upon yourself to do so. It is a thing of beauty. Thanks for asking me to tag along on this day and you're right about nothing better than hunting with friends. Lexie stood by my side the whole time I cleaned them birds when l got home and completely forgot we left her home. TJ

Very nice and a Safe and Happy Holidays to you as well. TJ

Great post Amanda and a great cause for helping out so many who need it. Peg and I have donated thoughout the year and hope everyone finds it in their heart to do the same. TJ

Glad someone finally brought this subject up. Where I've been dove hunting there are hundreds if not thousands of shotgun shells on the ground and it just make me sick to think anyone could think it is alright not to pick them up. I personally try and pick everyone of mine up. I don't always because of chasing a down bird but I make up for it by picking up empties while I'm waiting on birds. I usually have a bag full at the end of the day and wished more bird hunters would do the same. Sorry to get carried away and changing the message of the post. TJ

Now them are some great looking bucks and a big congratulations to the both of you. Putting the smack on them with a bow had to be an awesome feeling for you both. Thanks for sharing. TJ

Lark, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year back atcha. I wish you and all your family a Save and Happy Holidays and especially to your Granddaughter for what she has been thru. She has been in my prayers ever since you first posted about her condition. I'm so glad she is doing so much better. Your post have always been one of my favorites to read and I can understand your language cuss we think alike. lol Them nova scotia people are in for a treat when you arrive. I'm sure you will be the talk of the country by the time you get'em all thinkin your way. Have a safe trip and God Bless your family. TJ

I'm very late replying to this post and can't hardly believe the size of those bucks everyone in this post shot. My congratulations to each and great stories from you all. I have never seen a buck of these size in my lifetime. All I can say is WOW and why haven't I been hunting archery bucks up there in the past. Awesome and thanks for posting.

Thank God I finally got someone to do my dirty work for me. Here's last night with jackshoe. The shooting was unbelievable. A little rainy but awesome bird action.

Just wanted to share with you all the progress Lexie has made thru this year. I haven't spent the time I would have like due to the deer and elk scouting /hunting but I am pleased to say I have the start of what might become a good bird dog. Weather or not that happens she will always be my new best friend and I can't remember when I have ever had so much fun sharing her company. I have several people to thanks for the pm's and all the good advise towards her training and most of all to Ted Bounds ( aka jackshoe ) for all his advise and helping me to gun break her. Here are a few pictures during her training. 5 weeks retrieving ball. First fishing trip to Roosavelt around the camp fire. Lexie's first turkey hunt. 0002.jpg]Saguaro Lake 20 weeks Training last month on pigeons with the help of Ted Bounds. Plumb wore out. After a few hours of training last month first real bird was a pigeon last month First dove/pigeon traing. Lexie showing off her first pigeon as a cwt. dog member Lexie's first real dove hunt and first bird a few days ago. Today! Lexie dragging sticks out of the water between birds Today! Lexie's second dove hunt and she retrieved all the birds. Should have had our limit but my shooting sucks. I can't wait til we get out again. Sorry for all the pics of Lexie. Can you tell I love this dog? TJ