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Get the best glass you can afford! I upgraded from a Diamondback 4-12 x 50 on my .300 win mag to a 4-16 x 50 HS LR VIPER W / Target Turrets. I have no regrets! don't let the adjustable turrets scare you from getting into them. They are actually really simple. I pretty much taught myself how to use them through youtube videos and trial and error at the range. I practiced shooting long range in a prone position at the range in the late summer and early fall. Shot out to about 800 yards and was pretty consistent on paper with box ammo. I ended up killing my elk at 900 yards with my .300 using a 16 power scope and factory ammo (hit him in the lungs on the first shot). I would say get the Viper! Check out Cameralands they have great deals on demo scopes!

So have you seen him this year yet? I think its interesting hearing how hunters keep track of certain bucks for several years!

nice wedding picture Tres!

I wear the kind with the ridged plastic frame and little orange plugs around my neck while hunting. Like $5 at Home Depot. Shoot a big boom stick with a muzzle break just once without ear plugs and you'll make sure you always have them.

I just bought the 7200 from Elwood.........these packs are bad a**!

Pretty sweet!

Check out Cameralands website and keep an eye on their deals. Good place to buy.

Well that didn't take long. Sold pending funds.

FS Outdoorsmans Optics Pack. Used one season and just broke in. Packed out one Coues and a few Elk quarters has a few faint blood marks on the inside. Has some scratches on the plastic frame from normal use. No torn fabric. Overall I would say this pack is better than a brand new one because its broke in just right and you won't have to listen to the squeak that I did last fall. $330 Call or Text 602.292.9264

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That thing is Sick! Good Job. Should be able to smoke some Yotes.

Any advice on seat covers? I want something that fits really tight. Possibly camo canvas material. This is for a 2015 Dodge full size truck. Thanks

Went ahead and ordered from marathon. They look like good ones! Thanks guys

Unit 22 Coues!

Waddell?

Those scabbards are BAD AXX. I had a horse go down one time and land on the scabbard with my rifle in it. not a scratch on the rifle scope was true. Big enough for a full size custom rifle with a big scope. I use mine a regular gun case as well. I'll take it if sale falls through.

Is anyone planning on going to Payson to run in the Mountain High Games this weekend? I'm planning on giving it a shot this year..................Should be fun in the rain ! Hope I don't break anything. Good luck to all who are going to compete! Don't know how to post the link but if you search Mountain High Games for Payson you should find it.

That's my son! He is going to follow in my father in-laws footsteps and be over 6' by the time he is out of high school. I'm hoping he makes it into the NFL lol. That picture was taken when he was 2. He is 5 now and as is bigger than most 7 year olds. I tell people I'm going to have to learn jujitsu just to keep him in line!

The old camera on camera trick? Try to catch the dudes messing with cameras?

That's a cool little bow.

The best thing to do is have a Wrangler. What I mean is bring someone along who can care for the horses. Not only in camp but while hunting as well. Maybe you and your partner can take turns. If you jump deer the wrangler can get off hold the horses or tie up while the shooter gets a reasonable distance away and can shoot without all heck breaking loose. One thing I have seen work in the past is if you see deer and they are not too spooked.....keep riding.... the shooter gets off and the horses and other riders keep riding while leading the shooters horse on. That way the deer will focus on the horses while the shooter can get set up and shoot. Similar to the old get out and try to get a shot while the truck drives on (I have never seen this done but heard about it). Take your animals with you to the range and set up and shoot right next to them. Obviously if you are shooting a gun that is loud as heck get a reasonable distance away, their ears will hurt just like yours if listening to loud gunshots. Puffy hair scrunches or a dissected tampon works well for horse earplugs (kind of weird but they work a lot of Rodeo cowboys use them while competing in buildings with loud crowds). It is best to pack your best animal that way you minimize chances for a wreak. Leg your animals up and know their quirks. Every horse has things they don't like even the good ones. A fresh animal who never gets ridden is way more likely to give you trouble or get you hurt out in the hills. If you aren't conditioned for your hunt and someone pushes you physically odds are you aren't going have a very good time and feel very good. Horses and livestock aren't any different, you have to condition and work with your animals if you want them to be less of a headache. Know your limitations and your horses limitations. If you have a horse that just might break in two and try you on at any given moment, don't take him on a cliffy steep trail. Its not worth getting hurt. Do your homework and do your best to know the type of terrain you are up against and plan accordingly. Don't be afraid to get off and walk. I have rode in some of roughest country in the state that a horse can go and I'm not afraid to get off and walk in hairy spots. Don't overload your animals. Just because they have hooves and can carry a lot of weight doesn't mean you need to bring everything you would as if you are hunting out of the back of the truck. We usually pack the same gear as if we were going on a backpack trip, with the exception of some better food usually frozen and canned and a few frosty beverages for the end of the day (about 3 per person per day), and a few other small luxury items and stuff for the animals. Use good tack that fits and watch out for sores. Remember never let your guard down even on a "bomb proof" animal. Good Luck and have a SAFE time out there this fall. JS

You NEED to listen to the Jay Scott Podcast on hunting these Buffalo! I find all of his podcast enjoyable to listen to when in the truck for long periods of time. Just plug the phone into the headphone jack and listen away. Good job J!

Hunting off horses has pros and cons. Give me a call 602.292.9264 or send me a PM and I'll do my best to answer any questions you might have.

In the past few years My hunting partners and I have packed in the back country with horses. Had some great trips and were fortunate enough to take some nice deer. I'm thinking of going a different route this year. Horses are a great way to get way back in there but they are ALOT of work. You not only have to pack way more stuff (Tack, equipment, feed, pellets......), but once your in camp it's almost a full time job taking care of them. Someone usually always had to stay back at camp or is limited on how much they can hunt. I'll still do it but this year I think I'm going to go a different route. I'm thinking a solo backpack trip. I'm sure there is a thread similar to this out there but I thought I would strum up a new one. My question is what are essentials and what should be left behind? I'm thinking of packing in 2-3 miles for about 3 nights. That's in your pack? There is what I was thinking........ Outdoorsmans pack Compact bed roll Bivy sac Water purification system and hydration bladder Tin cup and fork Jet boil type system Mountain house Misc jerkey granola bars etc...... Light jacket Extra socks Light tripod 15x50 vipers Gloves and beanie Super light first aid kit P-cord TP Tag game bags havalon and gloves THATS IT. O and a gun either my heavy .300 LR rifle with turret scope or super light .22-250. Can't decide on a gun. What one would you take? Am I forgeting any thing? Do I need to cut anything from the list?