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Brent, The November archery bull success seemed to vary wildly. 0% in 4 to 40% in 1&2. Many were around 10-15%. Unit 9 was only 22%. If there is a regular snow around Halloween, imagine success will drop as the water hole sitting would be less successful. Last year was dry until about the last day. Wonder why unit 1 success was much higher than other units? Anyone talk with any of those hunters? Doug~RR

Wonder if the top of the falls were eroded away. I imagine many of the pools were wiped out. They are to reopen June 1, so many pics may not have surfaced yet.

Thanks Kent! Enjoyed it. I have not been down there since an Easter about 39 years ago. Have you seen any pics since the flood to show any changes? Doug~RR

Does anyone still know how to use a map and compass?

You can convert that wood stove also. Their Hunter stove package with water heater and pellet conversion would be cheaper than the Clarry. http://www.outfitterwarehouse.com/pellet-burner-p-72.html http://www.outfitterwarehouse.com/hunter-s...ckage-p-63.html or a Riley Stove http://www.walltentshop.com/RileyPellet.html

Steelheads, Good luck this fall on your hunts. If you are bowhunting only, you would stand a great chance to draw on the North Kaibab 12A. Rather than a climber, you might consider a hang-on stand and/or a Double Bull considering the trees available in AZ. Doug~RR

Any unit jumpers out there? With the regs out and apps due in a couple of weeks, are any of you going to change units for your coues hunts? If so, why the change? (note that I did not ask "What Unit?" ) Since I am applying with a nonresident and we are not in the max point pool, I have eliminated the previous top unit as we would have no chance due to the NR cap being reached in the 20% pass. Hence a different unit.

Saw this on the Barnes site. http://www.barnesbullets.com/information/b...talk/lab-tests/ Compared bullet expansion through a hard object then gelatin with the TTSX, Accubond, Ballistic Tip and VLD at two sets of velocities. If you look closely, you can see the disturbed gelatin around the wound channel. The accuracy data is meaningless to me as loads can vary widely.

Had not heard of the bowline till now. http://conceptarchery.com/Believer.html

Jay and Cade at the GunClaw can set you up with the Manfrotto tripod and head http://thegunclaw.com/ Doug and Joel at CameraLandNY carry Manfrotto and should be able to set you up with excellent service. They list the 501HDV head, with is a little heavier than the 701HDV. Imagine that Joel might have it or can get it for you. http://www.cameralandny.com/tripods/bogen....manfrotto501hdv http://www.cameralandny.com/tripods/bogen....e=bogen190xprob Amanda carries the Velbon Sherpa tripods in the CWT.com store http://www.coueswhitetail.com/bookstore/tripods_adaptor.htm Jim White may also have the Manfrotto heads and tripods. 928-635-5316

Yep. A tripod head with the RC2 plate will wiggle as it is not secure enough. You want the Manfrotto 701 HDV head (or heavier 501 HDV) with use with the Claw. You may want to get an extra plate strictly for the Claw, remove the rubber strips, and epoxy the plate to the Claw. I found the Rubber strips on the plate allows for some movement. In my tests, the 700 RC2 and the Velbon 157Q heads were not desireable with the Claw. Doug~RR

Amanda, Is Julie now out searching, finding and bringing in antlers like the so-called antlerdogs? Be careful, or Josh may abscond with her. Doug

Is this the HD version? What eyepiece is in it? Out of curiosity, what scope did you get?

1) Like Bill said, a special hunt to Africa, New Zealand, Wyoming, Canada or Alaska may be in order with your best hunting buddy. 2) Adding a camera to my pack sure has added to the enjoyment and fullfillment of the hunt. 3) Put in for a new unit so scouting becomes a needed part as opposed to going to the same spot each year. 4) Become active in one of the critter groups. 5) Is there a kid in the neighborhood, son's friend, or friend's son that you can take out and tutor? 6) Change weapons- try archery, handgun or muzzleloader hunting. Doug~RR

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: May 15, 2009 PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST ANNOUNCES RESTRICTIONS TO BEGIN MAY 21ST For Immediate Release May 14, 2009 Contact: Sean West (928) 777-5667 (928) 925-6393 PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST ENTERS STAGE I FIRE RESTRICTIONS PRESCOTT, AZ (May 14, 2009) – Campfire and smoking restrictions will go into effect on the Prescott National Forest beginning Thursday, May 21, at 8:00 a.m. Forest managers have determined that key trigger points have been reached to warrant taking these restrictive actions. These include increased forest visitor use, abandoned campfires, unseasonably dry fuels and rising temperatures. The following fire restrictions will be in effect for the entire Prescott National Forest: • Campfires, charcoal grills, and stove fires (wood, charcoal, and coal burning) are prohibited on all Prescott National Forest lands, roads, and trails; except within developed recreation sites where grills and campfire rings are provided. • Pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns and heaters meeting safety specifications are allowed. • Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least three (3) feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. • Campfires are not allowed at the designated dispersed sites within the Prescott Basin. Metal posts identify designated dispersed sites with a number. Campfire and smoking restrictions will remain in effect until forest officials determine that conditions have changed sufficiently to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfire. Violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment of not more than six (6) months, or both. The public is reminded that fireworks are always prohibited on all national forest lands. For current information on fire restrictions, closures or wildfires on the Prescott National Forest, call 928-777-5799. Coconino NF- Red Rock District -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: May 19, 2009 COCONINO NATIONAL FOREST ANNOUNCES SOME RESTRICTIONS; KAIBAB URGES SAFETY For Immediate Release May 18, 2009 Contact: Karen Malis-Clark (Coconino)928-527-3492 Punky Moore (Kaibab)928-635-5653 Campfire safety urged this Memorial Day weekend Fire Restrictions on Red Rock Ranger District Campfire and smoking restrictions will go into effect on the Red Rock District of the Coconino National Forest beginning this Thursday, May 21, at 8:00 a.m. The restrictions are consistent with those on the Prescott National Forest and apply to most of the Red Rock Ranger District, including the national forest land in the Verde Valley on the east side of the Verde River, Oak Creek Canyon, lower Sycamore Canyon, lower West Clear Creek, Fossil Creek and Bullpen. The area southeast of Interstate 17, east of Forest Road 618, and north of Forest Road 214 is not included. These “Stage I” restrictions mean: • Campfires, charcoal grills, and stove fires (wood, charcoal, and coal burning) are prohibited on National Forest lands, roads, and trails; except within developed recreation sites where grills and campfire rings are provided. • Pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns and heaters meeting safety specifications are allowed. • Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least three (3) feet in diameter that is cleared of all flammable material. Campfires are allowed on the rest of the Coconino National Forest “above the rim,” and on the Kaibab National Forest this weekend. A few campfire safety reminders include: • Use existing campfire rings to minimize impacts to the soil. Make a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out. Never leave your campfire unattended. • Avoid making a campfire during the windy part of the day. Winds usually diminish at night when a campfire is welcome. Keep your campfire as small as practical. • To make sure your campfire is out, drown with water and stir with dirt, making sure all burned materials are extinguished. Feel with your hand to make sure it’s out cold. Fire managers continue to evaluate weather and fuel conditions and will re-examine the need for fire restrictions on a weekly basis. For fire restrictions on public lands in Arizona, visit http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php (http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php ), or call toll free 1-877-864-6985. Most Forest Service offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Red Rock Visitor Station south of Sedona and Williams Visitor Center will be open.

TONTO NATIONAL FOREST ENTERS FIRE RESTRICTIONS For Immediate Release May 12, 2009 Contact: Fire Information Officer 602-525-1042 Tonto National Forest begins fire restrictions May 14 PHOENIX (May 12, 2009) – Drought conditions, hot temperatures and increased fire danger have resulted in fire restrictions for the Tonto National Forest beginning Thursday, May 14 at 8 a.m. The forest will prohibit most types of fire or fire-causing activities across the entire Tonto National Forest. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or charcoal-burning device is prohibited. Restrictions also apply to smoking outside of a cleared area, operating internal combustion power tools, using welding equipment or torches with open flames, operating combustion engines without spark- arresting devices in effective working order, or discharging firearms except in taking game in accordance with Arizona hunting laws. Use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns, and heating devices are allowed, and some developed campgrounds are also exempted from these restrictions. (Please see attached list). “Because of ongoing drought and dry forest conditions, fire restrictions are needed to protect forest users, structures and natural resources from the increased potential for dangerous wildland fires,” said Tonto National Forest Supervisor, Gene Blankenbaker. “These precautionary measures are intended to enhance our visitors’ quality recreation experiences. Most areas of the Tonto National Forest remain available for recreation activity, including all the Salt River system lakes.” For further information regarding recreation sites and fire restrictions, please contact the Tonto National Forest at (602) 225-5200, or check online at www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto. For general information on fire activity and restrictions in Arizona call toll-free 877-864-6985, or visit http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php (http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/AZ.php ) Violation of these restrictions is punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 and imprisonment for up to six months. For more information regarding forest recreation sites and fire restrictions, please contact the Tonto National Forest at (602) 225-5200, or check online at www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto.

. . . . . . . . I have 100 F205Ms amd 100 GM205Ms

Yes, recorded calls are legal. No reason not to use a Montana Decoy.

Hey Chris, Hope you have a good celebration this weekend. Doug

Have been using the Trophy Ridge Dropzone for several years with no problems. RR

J, Some good deals on there for sure. I picked up a couple of Sitka T's. My pant sizes have been sold out. RR

SBD, Yep, spendy, but first rate like most top-end hiking/climbing gear. http://www.schnees.com/catalog/hunting/hun...ntain-gear.html Might be able to get 2008 stuff on clearance- looks to be about 1/3 off http://www.storycreekinc.com/m-16-sitka-hunting-gear.aspx RR

Jason, They still offer the Mountain Mimicry camo and some solid colors. Doug

NG topos Google Earth http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunting_units.shtml call the unit Wildlife Manager www.e-scout.com