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Any teams from CWT.com? BTT

More than you and I probably want to read. (some google search results) http://www.rifle-accuracy.com/harmonics.htm http://www.shootingsoftware.com/barrel.htm http://mistressatarms.blogspot.com/2008/05...-harmonics.html Video clip showing whip Figure that the Sims barrel "kong" works similar to the Browning BOSS

And we were worrying about IA in the southern units? Now there's snakes to contend with that will swallow ya whole.

For those baiting with corn and like hearing the whir of a Sweeney, there is KornKamo If you ever get into a high fence situation, try this ChainLinkCamo:

Glad it worked out and you found the buck and some benevolent hunters. Was the first shot the one seen in the photo- ahead of the shoulder? RR

AAA, that black cross is beautiful! 308, your bud did indeed get a stud of a buck. Doug~RR

Blacktails and Harlequins from Kodiak a few years ago. and a few bear (like close to 30-40) in some beautiful country with tranquil coves surrounded by nasty dense alder thickets but best seen from high

You can inject formalin/formaldehyde with a syringe (wear rubber gloves and safety goggles) in the veins every 1/4" under the velvet, or submerse it in formaldehyde, or keep if in the freezer to "freeze dry" it. Also, some companies can flock the antlers with synthetic velvet. Search taxidermy.net

Steak & pre-baked potatoes. You can cook your pasta meals ahead of time and freeze them in a good ziplok or vacuum seal bag and reheat in boiling water. Stouffers entrees that come in a plastic tray like lasagna can be heated in a covered pan of boiling water. Pre-baked spiral cut ham

But will he change his mind again?

If it's dry, sitting water will still work.

How far is long range? for up to500 yards, you could easily stick with a ballistic reticle like the Leupold Boone& Crockett, or the RapidZ 800 on the Zeiss Conquest For about $640, you can get a VX3 4.5-14x40 with CDS turret, and when you have a load settled for your rifle, have them make the custom dial. http://leupold.com/hunting-and-shooting/pr...-5-14x40mm-cds/ Turrets are easy if you have a chosen load. To be "simple" you can zero at 200 yards, and determine with free programs how many inches or minutes you need to come up to adjust for different distances. An easy program where you inputthe data and hunt conditions are these on here: http://www.jbmballistics.com/calculations/calculations.html The small u range cards are handy to print and tape to the stock. Since temp and especially altitude effect trajectory, enter the best conditions for your hunt area, and another for where you will sight in and verify the load and come-ups. 308nut, et al, can tell you that life can get more exacting with TPW meters and palm pilots with exbal ballistc programs in the field, ACIs, scope levels, etc. A wealth of information here and in the LRH forums (especially the articles) http://www.longrangehunting.com/index.php Turrets 101 sans pics http://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/u...true#Post141082

I can like a good cheesecake

Archery deer begins in two short weeks! Don't forget to register for the Coues Buck Contest before the Aug 21 season opener. Coues Buck Contest Information

Shylo, I will make a note for being a youth. Good luck on your hunts. There is not youth category for archery, but will put your buck in the category where it does best. Doug~RR

Last week to enter if you are archery hunting. http://forums.coueswhitetail.com/forums/in...showtopic=14573

Considering a 125 BT @ 3600fps from a 300 mag, and a 180gr BT @ 3000fps: With the 125 BT, the recoil will also be less. But the wind drift will be more 19" @600yds for the 180gr, and 22" @600yds for the 125gr. Wind is harder to judge than distance especially with an LRF. With a rangefinder and turrets or ballistic plex reticle, a difference in drop is moot. Without either, a faster bullet may be a good consideration. At 800 yards the 125 shows a drop of 98" and the 180gr shows 123" But I think the key will be bullet construction. The 180 BT has a thicker jacket than the 125. I suspect a 125 at 100 yards @ 3350 fps could make an ugly mess. You might load both up in your WM and shoot both into some wet newspaper of phone books at 100yards and report your findings.

Where are you located?

A natural salt/mineral block in a more rock-like shape. http://www.topratedadventures.com/Mfg/TrophyRock.htm

Bill/WFG That avatar is great! I can enjoy a good mule deer hunt as well as I can a coues hunt. I don't see a need to alienate/degrade those here that chase muleys, but can appreciate good-natured ribbing either way among friends. Doug~RR

I averaged the hunt success in 2008 for 6 southern units. (34A, 36AB&C, 33, 35B) Oct - 31% Nov 7- 26% Nov 28- 28% Dec- 55% Not much difference in success between the first 3 hunts that scouting, knowledge and hunter effort won't overcome. If you look at temp averages for Tucson, the average high for the end of Oct is 80*. The average high for the end of Nov is 70*. http://www.weather.com/weather/wxclimatolo...mnav_undeclared

For you Muley hunters: Big Carp Contest

I have the Balcom attached to the Mathews LX. In addition to the shoulder string they provide, you can put a small loop on your pack's shoulder strap to attach the hook. http://www.schafferarchery.com/bow-sling.html

Cabela’s Offers Free Women-Only Intro to Outdoors Day Camp GLENDALE, AZ. – Cabela’s is offering women an opportunity to get involved in the great outdoors by offering six free mini-seminars during a one day female-only camp on Saturday, Aug.15, 2009 at the retailer’s store in Glendale. The morning sessions will begin at 8:45 a.m. and include an introduction to handguns, shotguns and archery, followed by a free picnic-style lunch and keynote address by author Debbie Ferns. Ferns is from Tucson, and authored Babes with Bullets. Other presenters include Ashley Lynch, Arizona Game and Fish; Todd Hulm, Alpine Bows; Paige Carter, Taser; and Ben Koller, Hook-Up Outfitters. The afternoon sessions will include a primer on TASER personal protection, fishing, casting and fish cleaning. An optional hands-on archery demo will be held after closing ceremonies. There will be several raffles and Cabela’s discounts for everyone in attendance. Participants should be at least 15 years of age, and pre-registration is required as space is limited. Whether you’re a casual enthusiast, hunting widow or planning your very first outdoor experience, this day is for you. All classes will be held in Cabela’s conference facility in Glendale. The event will be over by 3:30 p.m. Cabela’s is located at 9380 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale. For registration please call (623) 872-6700. The day is free, and students need not bring anything but their enthusiasm.

You can always check the radar on weather.com http://www.weather.com/weather/local/USAZ0...om=recentsearch